Title: Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride Vacation home with kitchen, near Del Mar Beach ## Photo gallery for Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride ![Property grounds - Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride (Del Mar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29610400/29610327/a494f389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride (Del Mar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29610400/29610327/5ff19545.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride (Del Mar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29610400/29610327/6d0d6b42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride (Del Mar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29610400/29610327/6f073c97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride (Del Mar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29610400/29610327/0c69b590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride, you can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this vacation home. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride Unique cedar sided pole house designed by famous architect Stuart Resor. 4 bedrooms, with 3 private bathrooms. Whitewater view of surf (and surfers) on 3 reef breaks from kitchen, dining room and living room. Walk to the beach. Beach Toys are listed below Central living area is upstairs with views . Humming birds come to the feeders all day long. The house is surrounded by 80 ft Torrey Pine trees. Tropical garden below with 3 Koi ponds. Outside living room, 2 kitchens and dining areas. Summer months have one week minimum. June-September. Toys: 2 bicycles, 4 boogie boards, 1 surfboard, beach chairs, coolers included. July and August requires 7 nights if booking a weekend-any questions you may contact the owner. Any weekend booking requires a minimum of a 6 night stay. Any holiday requires a 7 night stay. Keywords: beach house, 2 story, 180 degree ocean view all living areas, walk to beach/town, tropical back yard, koi ponds, nice neighbors. Sunset and ocean views with pelicans from house ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74630000/74622300/74622286/cb271d00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1.5 Blocks From The Beach: The High Tide in Del Mar Del Mar - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=74622286&PinnedHotelID=74622286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33960600/33960509/0edb16ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach House in Del Mar - Amazing Ocean Views! 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Adult supervision required for young children around the 2' deep coy pond. ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 ### Property is also known as Relax Bluff House Relax Bluff w/ Whitewater Views Steps Beach High Speed Internet Relax Bluff ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.95034%2C-117.26376&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H_K61QvQJx3cUgwYy4l53rh5yxQ=) Del Mar, CA #### What's nearby - Del Mar Beach \- 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - Seagrove Park \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Del Mar Plaza \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Free Flight \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km #### Getting around - Sorrento Valley Station - 10 min drive - San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive - San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬15 min walk - ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬14 min walk - ‪Board & Brew - ‬11 min walk - ‪Pacifica Del Mar - ‬15 min walk - ‪Stratford Court Cafe - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride? ### What time is check-out at Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride? ### Where is Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 50 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan W. May 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Wonderful stay ##### Jan W. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ron p. Mar 6, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Emjoyable Very rustic place to unwind and enjoy the beach and beach community. ##### ron p. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki Turner B. Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness This is a wonderful, unique property. We had six 70 somethings and the house worked well especially the patio with koi ponds. That was lovely. The property owner is very responsive and easy to work with. The house has a great location. The only negative I would say is that if you are a clean freak, this might not be the house for you. If you can stand dust and clutter, this is a GREAT HOUSE!!! I am a clean freak and I was able to overlook those things because the rest was so fun! There is an ocean view from the upper deck and you can see the sun set into the ocean every night unless clouds obscure it. Since we are all from Kansas very far from an ocean, we really enjoyed this! ##### Vicki Turner B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosalyn S. Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay in this fun, creative, quirky house. The outdoor kitchen with surrounding koi ponds were what we liked the most, as well as the Del Mar location. Comfortable beds. Plenty of seating areas. Beautiful sunset views. Walking distance (1 mi.) to Powerhouse Park and the beach, with easy access to Del Mar restaurants and shops along the way. The only thing we thought needed improvement was to have better organized kitchen drawers and cupboards. The owner was accommodating and responsive. You should note that this is an older house and not pristine, so if you want an upscale resort setting, this is not the place for you. ##### Rosalyn S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gavin W. Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful stay We had a lovely stay in Del Mar at this property. We really liked the different layout and loved the outdoor kitchen space. Close enough to walk into the town and visit the restaurants and walk along the beach. ##### Gavin W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie W. Nov 11, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Amazing sunsets Unique property with great location and amazing sunsets. A bit “rustic” ##### Julie W. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H. Nov 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view, great location to town, excellent communication Great view and location. Will responded quickly to anything we needed, even lighting the outdoor oven to cook our Thanksgiving turkey. ##### Susan H. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott L. Jun 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Del Mar Surf/Beach house This is a cool funky place to stay. Funky in a good way. We surf and like cool original houses. The back yard is great for grilling and chilling. Location is fantastic. ##### Scott L. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer D. Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Del Mar views The sunset views from the deck were amazing. We enjoyed lounging in the “pond” room as we called it. The outdoor kitchen was well stocked and a great feature in this home. A huge thank you to the host of accommodating an early check in. ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yossi B. Jun 8, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The house is in an amazing location; walk to the overlook of the beach, walk to coffee shops and restaurants, and a short drive to other near by communities. Amazing views and very spacious. A well equipped and large outdoor kitchen. Awesome architecture! ##### Yossi B. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica M. Feb 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot in Del Mar! Stunning location and unique and beautiful place. This home has everything you need to stay comfortably, cook, relax enjoying the ocean views, take day trips down to the beach, and outdoor entertaining. The host was easy to reach and friendly. A great spot in Del Mar! ##### Jessica M. Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine B. Jul 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views We had an excellent stay! The views are stunning and Will has provided binoculars to see dolphins, surfers, etc. It is an easy walk into town to enjoy some shopping or dinner. The outside kitchen was great and a lovely space to enjoy dinner. Will was excellent with communicating and was a great host. We would love to stay again! ##### Christine B. Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles A. Mar 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable ocean-view home with interesting features This was our second stay in this home. We especially enjoyed the upper level balcony with a view of the ocean; the ocean views from the living/dining/kitchen areas; the quiet setting; the proximity (ten minute walk) to Del Mar beach; and the series of interconnected koi ponds both in the back and in an enclosed indoor-outdoor room. A very desirable place to stay. ##### Charles A. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### christie s. Feb 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location fantastic host William has resorted my my faith in VRBO. He was so easy to deal with. No check out requests/demands, Direct communication, effortless, check in process. I highly recommend this property for adults. The view from the main level is breathtaking. The outdoor kitchen was perfect for our group. The koi ponds are gorgeous, but probably not ideal for small children. Great spot for anyone looking to enjoy north county. ##### christie s. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### LINDA G., WAYNE Apr 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An unusual home We enjoyed our stay, but this home is different and may not be for everyone. The stairs could be a problem with small children and anyone with mobility issues. If you are looking for a comfortable, different place with ocean views in a beautiful neighborhood, this is worth a visit. ##### LINDA G. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzy S. Mar 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic place for a Del Mar getaway! Our family really enjoyed our stay at Will’s unique home. Plenty of room for the 5 of us. Really convenient having 3 bathrooms. We especially loved the view from the upstairs living area and spent a lot of time on the balcony overlooking the ocean and beautiful sunsets every night. The outdoor living area and kitchen are charming with the koi ponds. Didn’t get a chance to use the outdoor kitchen, however, because it was a little chilly. Will was a fantastic host and very responsive. Location to beach and downtown Del Mar can’t be beat! ##### Suzy S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathryn S. Sep 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Home Away From Home 6 of us spent 6 nights here while checking our granddaughter in at UCSD. Her take on the house: "its like your cool uncles house"! The location is perfect, the view from the main floor of the house is spectacular. The outside room, the backyard with all the koi ponds and outdoor kitchen area were so awesome we found ourselves always gravitating there. We had ample room to spread out. The house was clean and tidy, linens were clean. Communication with Will was super easy. We felt very comfortable and relaxed here and will definitely stay again if/when we come back as a group. ##### Cathryn S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles S. Jun 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Creatively cool! This property is unique, quirky and cool. The outdoor sitting and cooking areas are beautiful and relaxing. The bedrooms are very comfortable (although the upstairs bed is a bit hard). But the upstairs living and kitchen areas were the highlight with such a beautiful view of the sunset and ocean. Although you cannot see the beach, it is in walking distance. A lovely, creative, wonderfully cool home. Although the downstairs is handicapped accessible with walk in shower, the upstairs is not. ##### Charles S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### stephanie s. Oct 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### helpful owner Other than a hiccup upon arrival and waiting occupy and to unpack, everything was great. Will, the owner, certainly went out of his way to correct the problem and stayed in contact as a courtesy which was most appreciated. Hoping to rent again in the future. There was no property manager but owner responded quickly. Good vibrations felt by all. Kindest regards, Stephanie Stone-Stinson ##### stephanie s. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Charles C. May 6, 2021 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Horrible experience We told the owner we would be raring late at night. The key was supposed to be under the door mat. It wasn’t. There were no exterior lights and no key. We called the owner. No answer. We went to a hotel at 2 am. The following morning I booked another rental. The owner called at 9:30 and insisted there was a key. He was rude and augmentative. The only concession he offered was a free night at the end of our stay. Don’t rent from this person ##### Charles C. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy M. Mar 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this place! If you are looking for a kooky fun abode to stay in while in Del Mar this is it! If you are a clean freak, this is not for you! Not that it's dirty, but its hasn't been updated, so has some film of age. Luckily we are the former and not the latter. This is a charming house built in the 70's, with many unique features. The top room is incredibly relaxing with a full view of the ocean. The light system is retro space age. The kitchen is adequate, with accumulated utensils from over the years. The outside koi ponds are inventive, and if you have pets at home and miss them can transfer that to koi feed and care. Will is incredibly responsive and helpful. Each bedroom truly does have a bathroom, so easy to share with friends/family from afar. Beds are a big deal to us (back issues) - the upstairs bed has a nice firm mattress, and the downstairs rooms less firm, so options. The bed linens are premium quality. Would stay again, thank you Will! ##### Wendy M. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey O. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 A Unique and Charming Stay with Stunning Views and Exceptional Hospitality! My family and I recently stayed at Will’s charming Del Mar home, and it was an unforgettable experience! If you appreciate unique, quirky homes with loads of character, this place is perfect for you. The house has a nostalgic 70s vibe with many original features, which we found incredibly charming. The location is absolutely fantastic. It’s a short walk to the beautiful beach bluffs and close to great local restaurants and coffee shops. We loved taking leisurely strolls to a nearby French bakery for breakfast. The views from the house are stunning, especially from the upper level where you can enjoy breathtaking ocean sunsets. The house itself is spacious and creatively designed. Each bedroom having its own unique bathroom was a huge plus for our family. The koi ponds added a unique touch, and our animal-loving teen enjoyed feeding the fish every morning. Will was an exceptional host, always responsive and helpful throughout our stay. His attentiveness and welcoming nature made us feel right at home. While the house has some signs of age and could be considered “funky” in some aspects, it’s part of its charm. If you’re looking for a sterile, modern hotel experience, this might not be the place for you. However, if you love character-filled homes with history you’ll love staying here. Overall, we had a fantastic stay! ##### Lindsey O. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa K., PORTLAND, Oregon, USA Jan 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming, very unique home in relaxing, beautiful Del Mar! Do you love unique, memorable stays? Do you like to support creative individuals who share their own spaces, rather than staying in crowded and generic hotels? If so, you will love Will's place! (As another reviewer said, it is like staying at your cool uncle's house :-) You can enjoy finding all the hand-built wood, tile and stained glass details — and see ocean-horizon sunsets and peek-a-boo views of surfers right from the dining table! The neighborhood above the cliffs in Del Mar is quieter and less crowded than being on the lower part of the beach – which we liked coming back to after busy days of “touristing”. You can easily walk to great restaurants a few blocks from the house, including a delicious French bakery. The location and vibe worked great for us. Although we enjoyed seeing surfers climbing straight down to the beach barefoot with their boards, we took the longer, more mellow routes through town or on the path along the railroad tracks, all being in our 50s and 60s. A main focus of our trip was taking a differently-abled relative to the Zoo and Safari Park for her birthday – and she loved seeing all the fish in the koi ponds each morning. They helped our animal theme come to life every day! Will was kind, welcoming and easy to communicate with - thank you for a great stay! ##### Lisa K. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Renee W. Aug 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location with some downsides This house is in a great location - walking distance to beach bluffs (and beach if you are a walker - about 3/4 of a mile) and town. The views are unbelievable. All the windows make for an almost panoramic view of the ocean and awesome sunsets. The outside ponds and waterfall are really cool. Will was very responsive when we reached out to him with questions. There were however some things that were not ideal. The biggest issue we had was being comfortable when we slept. The bed itself was comfortable but we were quite warm due to some ventilation issues and no air conditioning. I lived in SD for some years with no AC and never had an issue unless there was a heat wave. The living room would get very warm in the evening after the sun had been beating in the room, but then was very cool at night. I ended up sleeping on the coach a few nights since the bedroom was very warm. The house was definitely clean but there was a very musty smell in the house, particularly in the entry hallway. The bikes had very rusty chains so we never used them but it was nice to have beach chairs and boogie boards available. We did purchase a beach umbrella and left it there for future use. We still had a great time at the house - but thought people should be aware of these things. ##### Renee W. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephan Karl Maria A. Apr 18, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### California 24 Gut. Lage des Objekts sehr gut. Badezimmer sind bis auf das Master sehr eng und unbequem. Leider war das Haus auch nicht sehr sauber (Spinnweben und Staub zu hauf). Der Preis dafür ist meiner Meinung nach zu hoch. ##### Stephan Karl Maria A. 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