Beach house vacation rentals in Southern California

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Home in Malibu, California

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

Sweeping Ocean & Mountain Views, 5 Min to Beach

Right in the center of Malibu and just a 5 minute breathtaking drive up the canyon from Malibu Seafood Cafe, Solstice Canyon Trails, and Corral Beach, this new 1 bedroom guest house is surrounded by the Santa Monica mountains, overlooking L.A., and sweeping ocean views. Enjoy a trailhead right on the property with views of Catalina Islands, or ride your bike up popular Corral Canyon Rd. Hike to a creek from the private trail. Or just relax in the backyard overlooking Pt Dume. Private & romantic

Mar 17 – 24

$381 per night

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Home in Santa Barbara

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews

Shoreline Retreat - newly renovated, walk to beach

Shoreline Retreat is your newly renovated Santa Barbara getaway, just a 6-minute walk to the beach. This breathtaking home features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, an open floor plan, and 9-ft bifold glass doors that disappear in the living room for California indoor/outdoor living. Step outside to a private oasis complete with hot tub, fire pit and beautiful landscaping. Just minutes away from the beach, ocean and walking paths -- this is Santa Barbara beach living at its finest.

May 5 – 12

$471 per night

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Home in Avalon

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Eagle's Nest | Voted Best Panoramic View in Avalon

Welcome to Eagle’s Nest! Stay in the heart of Avalon in your private haven, & enjoy 220° of Catalina’s most extraordinary ocean & mountain views. Catch a beautiful sunrise over the bay on your expansive terrace that boasts an all-seasons spa that seats 7. Take a short walk, or ride the golf cart to the beach and town in just minutes for ocean-front dining, shopping, nightlife & more. Come back to cozy up in your fully renovated retreat equipped with everything you need for the perfect vacation!

Jan 20 – 27

$807 per night

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Home in Long Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews

Belmont Bungalow - Fresh & Beautiful Escape

Enjoy this new elegant bungalow in a charming Belmont Heights neighborhood. Beautifully decorated with all new furniture featuring a patio retreat surrounded by a lush garden and a cozy living space with contemporary-retro décor. The location is ideal as it's centrally located to all things Long Beach has to offer. Beach access is just a short walk a few blocks away. Walking distance to 2nd St. where you can enjoy upscale restaurants and unique local shopping. Private lot, entrance, & laundry.

Apr 8 – 15

$156 per night

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Home in Malibu

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Malibu by the Sea - 5-STARS!

Villa Bella Malibu is a block from the Beach with exhilarating White-Water Ocean views. Luxurious furnishings, antiques & artistic details throughout. Private & romantic for couples - great fun for family & friends. Hi-speed internet (100 MBPS), 3 large flat screens with Directv, Netflix. Adventure awaits - surfing, biking, hiking, kayaking & paddle boarding. Beach gear provided - chairs, towels, boogie boards, umbrella & coolers for day trips. Host requires an Application & Signed Contract.

Jan 1 – 8

$895 per night

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Home in Newport Beach, California

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Indoor/Outdoor Living with Stackable Doors

Indoor/outdoor living at it's finest at this impeccably appointed Newport Beach home. Stack-able doors perfectly blends the indoor and outdoor space. Enjoy the seating area around the fire pit while listening to your favorite music from the outdoor speakers or watching the game on the TV that swivels from the family room. Upgrades galore in the kitchen - quartz countertops, white cabinets, mosaic glass backsplash, stainless steel countertops, and much more. One minute walk to the beach!

Oct 27 – Nov 3

$495 per night

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Home in Malibu

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Malibu Ocean View Estate- 360° Amazing Views

If you're looking for a house with privacy and the best 360 degree panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica mountains you've found it. This is a beautiful estate in Western Malibu overlooking the two best beaches in the city: El Matador and Broad Beach. Featuring the longest grassy backyard in Malibu that is 440 feet long, enjoy a private stay at our family owned residence with amazing views from sunrise to sunset! No parties/gatherings allowed during your stay. No exceptions.

Dec 20 – 27

$999 per night

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Home in Cambria

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews

Cute Cambria Cottage~Ocean Views and Dog Friendly!

Charming 1100 sq. ft. Cape Cod, 2 story quest cottage. Large, open living/dining/kitchen area plus 3/4 bathroom. Quaint beachy/casual decor. Queen bed downstairs, full and daybed upstairs. Cable tv/ dvd combo and Roku for streaming, electric fireplace and WiFi. Our stand alone cottage is separated from main home by a great enclosed deck with ocean views. Private walkway to cottage without stairs and wheelchair accessible, ample off street parking in large driveway and dog friendly, too!

Oct 28 – Nov 4

$141 per night

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Home in Summerland

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

"Strand Hus" An Ocean Front California Dream

"Strand Hus" Danish for "Beach House." This modern two level 2 bedroom 2 1/2 bath Danish style home is perched yards from the ocean. All rooms enjoy unobstructed sweeping ocean views. If you value privacy this is your place to relax, read, retreat, or simply "veg out." Witness daily dolphin migrations. Washer/Dryer, modern kitchen & parking included. Steps to the beach. Restaurants, Wineries,& Shopping. Accommodates 4 adults, no pets, no smoking, shoes off in the house please.

Mar 4 – 11

$969 per night

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Home in San Diego

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 366 reviews

Ocean Beach Close to all

*We are Covid-19 aware! We have taken extra precautions--sanitizing all surfaces possible, including remote controls, door handles, light switches, etc... after each visit! And we open all the windows to aerate before the next guests! One bedroom granny flat, separate entrance with off street parking for midsize car or smaller. Three blocks to the beach. Located at the edge of downtown OB close to all restaurants and night life. Centrally located to all main San Diego attractions.

Apr 9 – 16

$99 per night

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Home in Oceanside, California

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

*2 Blocks to Beach, Downtown, & Pier w/ Beach Gear

2 Blocks to: -The Beach -Downtown Oceanside (bars, restaurants, breweries, coffee shops) -Oceanside Pier -Bike Rentals -Surf Rentals -Private fully fenced yard - Beach Gear -Pack & Play, Baby Gate You can walk the boardwalk,or rent surfboards, paddle boards, and kayaks for daytime activities. At night, walk to explore breweries, bars & trendy and unique restaurants. There is a fantastic "sunset market" on Thursday evenings (think food trucks, live music, & local vendors)

Nov 13 – 20

$251 per night

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Home in Dana Point

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 528 reviews

Betty's Beach Bungalow-Pet Friendly! STR21-1232

Enjoy our cute & cozy 1 bedroom beach cottage a short walk to the Beach. Relax in your fenced front yard with gas grill, 2 adirondack chairs & glider and basketball hoop. Small dogs welcome. 2 blocks to Pines Park. 5 min to San Clemente, Dana Pt & San Juan Capistrano. IF BOOKED OR NEED MORE ROOM - SEE OUR SECOND COTTAGE UPSTAIRS, THIS COTTAGE IS COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM ANY OTHER LIVING QUARTERS AND CAN BE FOUND UNDER "BETTY'S BEACH VILLA" - . Dana Point Permit # STR19-1046

Apr 8 – 15

$156 per night