Perched on the top floor of San Clemente's Del Mar Condominium complex, The Surf Shack offers an unforgettable beach vacation for all. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic ocean views from your living room, dining table, and pillow. With a 23-foot-long balcony affording amazing sights and sounds plus easy access to surf spots via steps to the pier and sand.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds!
Guests of this beach condo building will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a hot tub and a sauna. The condo has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Limited housekeeping is available.
Guest accommodation at this condo offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.
Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
Games
Music library
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Phone
Location highlights
Near the ocean
Things to do
Bicycles
Heated pool
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Located in San Clemente, this condo is on the beach. Mission San Juan Capistrano and Casa Romantica are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dana Point Preserve and The Pier Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Felipe Tennis Center, or consider a night out at La Ventura Event Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our San Clemente travel guide
Does Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Surf Shack - Panoramic Ocean View! Monthly discount for Snowbirds! located?
Nestled on the beach, this San Clemente condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Casa Romantica and San Clemente Pier. The Pier Beach and T-Street Beach are also within 5 minutes. San Clemente Pier Station is only a 4-minute walk.
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Great location next to the pier. Easy walk to numerous restaurants. Very nice swimming pool. Lots of free parking off street. Very comfortable.
Paul P.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Bethany M.
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great location but more attention to details would make 5*
Fabulous location, family had great time. Pros: comfy beds, soft cotton sheets, TONS of beach towels, stellar location to beach & main drag of cute downtown SC, highly walkable & next to Casa Romantica & to free trolley, gorgeous view, comfy leather furniture in living room, well stocked dishes/glasses, great pool/hot tub!
Cons: host scared us by not reaching out with check-in details, we were working with VRBO to book something else due to no contact, highly stressful, then my husband tracked host down on LinkedIn & said we were preparing to file a claim with VRBO, suddenly we get an email from him with instructions & he states he “doesn’t read emails”…ummm, I think a “Superhost” should check communication channels & know when guests are arriving. It was a total nightmare to think our family of 5 might have nowhere to stay. I was sure we’d been shafted when I saw host had multiple listings for same property “Surf Shack” & “Crypto Crib”…happily he somewhat redeemed himself by giving us 2 hour later checkout. Small details add up that would make this property a 5 star…no working smoke detectors, no kitchen towels just paper towels, ripped bed skirt, checkout instructions buried in tons of paperwork on bulletin board, no soap pump for master bath ( I bought one) just keeping up on supplies such as dishwasher tablets ( I bought some)etc.
Could not have been a better stay - owner was sooo easy to work with and condo was fully equipped! Gorgeous View - everything was as described… a true 10!!!
We had a great stay at the Surf Shack. Arrival instructions were detailed and easy to follow. The condo had everything we needed. We felt at home. Location is perfect with the pier & beach just a walk down the hill,and a trolley stop steps away from the exit of the building.The host is very responsive and helpful. I'll miss having my coffee on the balcony overlooking the pier..
The view from the balcony...wow!! It alone was worth the stay. ;) We had an amazing time at the Surf Shack. The home was clean and had everything that we needed for our trip. The proximity to the beach and the pier was unbeatable and the onsite pool and hot tub were such a nice bonus! We really appreciated our time there and would definitely stay again. Kimberly P.
Overall nice location and condo. It was very clean and modern. The kids complained about no locks on the bathroom doors but other than that, we were happy with it and would recommend it to others.
Hayden C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
13 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Great location, def not child safe, owner doesn’t respond
The location is great and the condo is nice, but the owner doesn’t respond to texts. It is very dangerous for young kids with a railing on the balcony with a large gap at the bottom. There is also a gate to get in the condo that locks you in, not great in an emergency. The condo was also not stocked with toilet paper, dishwashing and laundry detergent and the dryer sounds like it may fall through the floor. It was nice to be close to town and the beach but wouldn’t rent it again.
This condo is at the perfect location. Beautiful views, walk to the beach, restaurants, coffee shop, pier, etc. My wife is from CA and we’ve been coming to San Clemente for years and love everything about this beach town! The condo is set up nice and is the perfect crash pad for your adventures. My only critique is the place needs a bit of attention. Nothing huge but quite a few little things. The carpet in the master bedroom needs replaced and all the bedding needs replaced as it’s just not what I would expect from a premium property. I’d rent it again but with hopes that the furnishings had been updated a bit. Owners were awesome and very communicative! Overall amazing property!
Surf Shack was completely as advertised, a wonderful location and super chill place to spend a week in the friendliest place in the US that I have ever been to. We will be counting the weeks until we can return, thank you Todd
The moment you walk through the front door you absolutely know you have been transported to your vacation spot! The gleaming water through the expansive sliding glass doors welcomes you and the climate here is absolutely perfect! The condo is thoroughly as described and even better. It was much more spacious than we had anticipated and fully accommodated the flexibility we needed in sleeping for our family. It allowed for a great family time with lots of open spaces but also creative ways to close off rooms so that people could sleep in or read quietly. The condo community is welcoming and varied there are families, elderly people and everything in between. The community in San Clemente pier neighborhoods is welcoming and absolutely provides everything you would need on a vacation. The restaurants are top-notch and we never once felt unsafe or at risk.
I have absolutely nothing negative to say and we positively cannot wait to return! The only small recommendation I would make would be for the owners to consider safety proofing the balcony bars for children under the age of five, making the property even more marketable
The owners were a delight and so was this beautiful condo! We look forward to returning and sending family here as well.
Thank you Kings💫
We had a great stay at the Surf Shack. Tony greeted us with a text upon our landing at the airport so we had his number should we need anything. Everything was perfect though, we never needed to contact him . Property is exactly as described. Beautiful view of the ocean from the living room , plenty of room for a family . Just a short walk to the beach , and places do eat . Great location if you want to do things All around California . During our week stay , we traveled North to LA to see the Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios , South to San Diego where we toured the USS Midway, East to Skull Canyon to go zip lining , even hit a comedy club in Irvine . In between we enjoyed the pool, hot tub and the beach . It was a perfect stay !
We've stayed at a number of different places in San Clemente over the past 3 years. This is the best view we've had. Todd's place fit are needs so well, we are coming back in May!! 3 minute walk to the pier. 5 minute walk to the bars/restaurants/shops on Del Mar Ave. Underground private parking too. Todd was available and quick to respond to questions we had. Looking forward to coming back in May!
We recently moved away from this area so knew how perfect the location of this condo would be. It was such an easy walk to one of our favorite eating and shopping streets in OC, and just as easy to stroll down to the beach. We were so busy trying to see all of our friends in the area that I kept wishing I had an extra day booked just to sit on the balcony and really enjoy the view. It was beautiful. We could see dolphins in the morning, and one afternoon saw whales fluking. The kind bed was comfortable with nice linens. My daughter ended up not sleeping in the bunk room but instead on the sleeper sofa, and she said it was comfortable as well. The owner was very responsive. We would definitely enjoy staying here again.
We were very happy with our stay here. The condo is very clean and the view is amazing. There is a large deck that overlooks the pier and an expansive view of the ocean. You can see both sunrises and sunsets. The doors leading to the deck open wide to open up the living room to the deck. The location is perfect with dozens of restaurants and shops within a few blocks walk so we never had to drive to dinner. The pier is a short walk down the hill from the condo and there are multiple good restaurants there. The internet & appliances worked well and the furniture was comfortable. Communication with the owner was very good. We really can't say enough good things about this property and hope we will get the opportunity to return one day.
Everything in the rental was just as pictured on VRBO. It was a short walk down to the ocean and the pier so the location was great. Owner was accessible and easy to work with and even mailed my son‘s AirPods to him after he left them at the property. I would stay here again!