Title: Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33550628&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion Beachfront apartment with a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion ![Property grounds - Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion (Malibu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550700/33550628/a1ceb447.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion (Malibu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550700/33550628/386b4168.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion (Malibu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550700/33550628/340088ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo - Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion (Malibu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550700/33550628/f5e4792d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion (Malibu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550700/33550628/e309dfd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into this beautiful beachside retreat in Malibu, where every room boasts panoramic ocean views. Unwind on the spacious deck, enjoy a wood-burning fireplace on chilly evenings, and savor gourmet meals in the fully-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom1000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Gym ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion Panoramic ocean views from every room. Located on the sand. This beautiful, restful beach is known as Carbon Beach or Billionaires Row, catering to many celebrities. Less than a minute to restaurants, world famous Malibu Pier and Surfrider Beach! This vacation rental is open and spacious. This deluxe 1 bedroom sleeps 5\. It has a wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, a very large deck and panoramic views of the coastline. The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. There are stairs to the beach that lead directly from the vacation rental. The rental has 1 bedroom with a king size bed. In addition there is a large sleeper sofa and a day bed in the large living room. Included with the rental is a one-car garage and parking for an extra car. In addition, the property is gated for extra privacy. Fully equipped with a gas barbecue, gas range, microwave, refrigerator, linens and all essentials for cooking & dining. We provide all linens, towels, beach chairs and the kitchen comes fully equipped, so you don't need to pack those essentials. There is also a washer & dryer on site for your convenience. There is garage parking and the property is gated for extra privacy. You can plan for a wonderful, carefree, relaxing vacation. There are panoramic ocean views from every room and a large deck for relaxing and dining. There are steps from the vacation rental to a dry sandy beach with an outdoor shower for washing off the sand. When you are not on the beach, you can enjoy the two flat screen HD TVs, Blu-Ray, stereo with IPod connection, CD player and Wi-Fi. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of Malibu! This unit is on the sand with panoramic views of the ocean and the 'Queens Necklace' of Santa Monica Bay. It is next to world famous Surfrider Beach with an amazing view of the Malibu Pier. Across from Malibu Fitness Center/Gym, Health/Beauty Spa, access to private trainers, pilates, yoga classes and relaxing. Movie theater, Adamson House, shopping, sightseeing and restaurants within minutes. Drive to the Getty Museum, Music Center, LA Zoo, Santa Barbara Zoo, Griffith Observatory, Hollywood, and theme parks (Disney Land, Universal Studios, Knott's Berry Farm & Magic Mountain). You can relax on the beach or enjoy a number of activities such as swimming, surfing, wake boarding, boogie boarding, diving, fishing, snorkeling, water skiing, boating, sailing, windsurfing, jet skiing, biking, wildlife viewing, hiking, rock climbing, horseback riding, golf, and tennis. We are pet friendly and there is a pet fee. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) - 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For tranquility, no loud noises or music before 9am or after 9pm on the deck. Parties/parties like atmospheres are not allowed. Owner reserves the right to cause Guest to forfeit the rent, security deposit & possible eviction. Report any concerns, issues and problems to onsite staff immediately. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### 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 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 Registration Number STR25-0006 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Oceanfront Cottage on Sandy Carbon Beach Sea Lion Deluxe Oceanfront Cottage on Dry Sandy Carbon Beach Sea Lion ## About the area Located in Eastern Malibu, a neighborhood in Malibu, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Candy Cane Lane is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center, or consider a night out at Malibu West Beach Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Malibu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Malibu.dx10217) [View more Apartments in Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Apartments.d178280-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.03836%2C-118.67358&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9SBcWWNagmWpwEMEopP0meFsT0Y=) Malibu, CA ### What's nearby - ![cool rock formations that are amazing to see. Best to go during the week, as it is not so busy, but if weekend is the only time, then go early or late. Very busy :-) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6285/4a4d95d6-7644-47ed-8a5c-13f81038ff92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Beach in Malibu, California coastline, USA ; Shutterstock ID 229395874](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172541/8a4632d7-547a-4095-b2a7-d2b1a1ae51b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Malibu Lagoon State Beach 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![0_LS019464](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639732/f11b80dc-b5f2-4229-8122-3938831e1409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Malibu Pier 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Surfing or just enjoying the ocean #california #surf #malibu #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10217/fc5da326-1c0a-4399-9d63-5b083fd5fa77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Surfrider Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Carbon Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Chatsworth Station 34 min drive - Van Nuys, CA (VNY) 56 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min walk - Zinqué 2 min drive - Nobu Malibu 3 min walk - Alfred Coffee 17 min walk - Chipotle Mexican Grill 16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion? ### What time is check-out at Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion? ### Where is Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 128 8 - Good 21 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHRISTINE E. Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location loved it would stay again. This is our second stay here it is a fabulous location and I cannot fault it. Angel was fantastic kind and helpful if we needed anything managing the property. Always available and lovely. We highly recommend this property and location . Location next to the Malibu Pier and restaurants' you can walk to. ##### CHRISTINE E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Enjoyed the direct access to the beach, proximity to the pier, walks on the beach and wild life. The sound of the waves throughout the night was the most relaxing thing! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul P., Gilbert, AZ Oct 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### ON the beach Beautiful location, waves breaking under the patio. This is a great property to relax & unwind on the porch. It is an older property, but clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay here again. ##### Paul P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert C. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Malibu on the beach!! Great location on the beach, awesome view, close to everything!! Walk to the Malibu Pier or stroll the beach. Great place to recharge!! Everything was perfect for us. Will definitely come back!! ##### Robert C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kitty P. Dec 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We adored this place! My twin sister and I spent a relaxing weekend, listening to the waves and walking on the beach to celebrate our 50th. You can’t beat the location and the views. You can walk to restaurants or take a short drive to the Malibu Country Mart. We enjoyed the fire at night and had morning coffee on the deck and down on the beach! I would definitely stay here again! ##### Kitty P. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHRISTINE E. Mar 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous stay Beautiful place to stay . We had a great time , everything about our stay was amazing. We loved it. Hopefully we will be back. Thank you so much to your team, for their help and kindness. Best wishes Christine. ##### CHRISTINE E. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy S. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect What was perfect: Being on top of the water. Being able to walk to awesome restaurants. Drive to dume point, drive the PCH, hike Santa Monica mountain, go to a beautiful winery with views that will knock your socks off...and MORE! ##### Nancy S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn T. Oct 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful!!!! This property exceeded our expectations. From checking in to property location to cleanliness I’d the unit. It was perfect. ##### Carolyn T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William G., Elk River, MN USA Dec 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome oceanfront This was our second time at this complex and this unit is amazing... The deck is huge. The location and views are spectacular. FYI: if you want your car to fit in the garage, get a very small one. ##### William G. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Maree D. Sep 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views We loved staying at the Sea Lion! The deck was beautiful and lots of good places to eat. Just a note to bring ear plugs and eye masks if anyone is sleeping on the pull out couch as the waves are quite loud and there is no blind on the sliding door. ##### Maree D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice M. Feb 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location, Location, Location! Leave your soundscape app at home. It is unnecessary! Beautiful view as well. I think having more than 2 people might be a challenge as there is only one bathroom. We were greeted upon arrival, and more than once we were checked upon to see if everything was okay. We will retutn! ##### Janice M. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wavolicious It's like you are on a cruise ship! The view and the sound of the ocean waves are incredible. Bed is comfortable and the size of the unit was perfect. Loved the fireplace as it was a bit chilly when there. Any issue we had (and there were very, very few) was quickly handled. Only challenges are if you have a larger size car very difficult to fit in the garage and if you like to cook bring your own knives - these did not cut well but the manager did say he would get new. We would definitely rent this unit again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney B. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dreamy Solo Trip I stayed in another unit of theirs a few years back with my mom, and absolutely loved the location. So I booked a solo trip for myself to unwind for a few days and that's exactly what I did. Relaxed, napped, cooked, read - all to the sounds of the waves crashing. You honestly feel like you're in an aquarium or on a cruise ship with the proximity to the sea. Not to mention such a perfect location for walking to the lagoon, the pier, and even shop at Malibu Country Mart, which was especially important for me, as I didn't have a car this trip. Will definitely return. 10/10 ##### Courtney B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie T. Feb 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### January escape My husband and I had a wonderful time staying in Malibu and in this cute abode to close out the end of a very cold & grey January back home in the Midwest. It was just what we needed. The property managers were wonderful to work with and very responsive. The unit is outfittted with everything we needed and we appreciated how clean and fresh everything was. We felt like we were staying literally “in” an aquarium with the ocean and sealife just outside our door. We enjoyed dolphin watching every morning and watching the various sea birds. Thank you to the hosts and we have this on our “must return” to list. ##### Laurie T. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Location ! We've stayed at Sea Lion and the other VRBO properties owned by this host for over three years now. Angel the on site property manager is always super kind and helpful with any of our needs during our stay. I would absolutely recommend this place for folks who want a fabulous location and who like the ocean so close that it feels like you're sailing. Now this place is not Super Luxurious but neither is the price so I think it's very reasonable. For folks that prefer luxury and opulence the neighboring hotel has rooms starting at $900 a night :-/ This is more of a cozy cottage and it's just great. We will definitely stay here many more times. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Greg W. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### The Sea Lion The proximity the ocean and the terrace made up for any shortcomings if the house itself. Kitchen was clean and had all the utensils and appliances we needed. Beds we’re comfortable and clean. Small things like lamps, dvd player were old and 3 out if 4 didnt work. Towels, blankets, pillows were plentiful and clean. Malibu is crowded and there is little parking but staying at the property and enjoying the view and sound of the ocean made up for the negatives. ##### Greg W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth S., Tarzana Jul 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My Malibu balcony Three days at Sea lion apartment A was just perfect. 10 miles as the crow flies - for a vacation never crossed my mind but oh boy this is the best - we had fog / felt chilly at first/ had amazing sunshine ( while LA was in a heatwave) all setting the mood for this place. The waves are loud and the views beautiful. This is an historic Malibu building and we think it has all the charm and nostalgia we wanted from our trip, plus a great view of the pier and queens necklace . Get up for sunrise - or an early morning walk - chairs on the sand - cook and eat on the balcony - or the pier - repeat ! Book an extra day it’s very hard to leave - the apartment is well stocked with plenty of room but it’s won’t matter too much because the large balcony will be the spot for your time here…… just watching the ocean….the beach…..the coastline …..and the sky…. You will be greeted by Angel and crew who were very helpful throughout our visit. Can’t wait to come back ##### Beth S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brittany M. Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Beautiful Views, Terribly Outdated Condo While the views were gorgeous and location was perfect for walking to the pier, we were quite dissapointed with the condo itself. We paid luxury prices (500/night) and sadly this rental is very outdated. The floors are in need of replacement and were terribly scraped up and cheap vinyl peeling off (not hardwood floors as described). The tile in the bathroom floors were cracked, there were stains on the toilet, the shower tiling is falling apart and the shower head was not grouted to the wall and hanging there. All the furniture was in need of replacement, with the dining table covered in stains and scrapes, and the living room table is wicker and is so filthy you can see all the dirt and sand in the crevices. There were no curtains in the bedroom and a very bright light outside that was on all night and illuminated the entire room, so we weren't able to sleep well. The kitchen was clean, but there is no dishwasher and all the kitchen pots/pans/etc. Is well used and needs replacing. All in all, we enjoyed the views and location, but for the luxury price we paid, we were expecting a much nicer condo. ##### Brittany M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie O., New England, USA Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The unit was ready, easy to access upon arrival. Angel, was wonderful - accessible, friendly and helpful. The sound of the waves was incredible and we slept better than we have in years. It was wild having the waves crashing just below the deck. We loved just sitting on the deck immersed in the ocean sites/sounds. Unit was well-stocked with kitchen items and linens. Location was amazing…steps to the shore of one of the most famous beaches in the world, and a short walk to the pier. We found some lovely sea glass and shells and experienced a few exciting up-close encounters with famous people as we strolled the beach. We enjoyed breakfast on the pier, dinner at Duke’s down the road, and accessible shopping in town. Very affordable relative to other properties that close to the beach/ocean in the area and that more than made up for the things we thought could be better. The unit needs some TLC because of the toll the salt water/air takes on things and it was challenging keeping the floors clean of sand and salt water. There were two lamps in the living room space that didn’t work - one seemed burned out and the other had a broken switch so we couldn’t turn it on. There were 1 or 2 broken window latches and the sliding door didn’t lock properly. Sometimes high tide sprayed water onto the deck and into the door. A floor mat there would be helpful. We truly loved it and we hope to return in the future. ##### Julie O. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian S. Aug 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic place to stay with easy access to numerous local spots ##### Christian S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul P. Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is our 4 year at this property. Enjoyed the coffee machine and a few other upgrades. Amazing location!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/19f78b2b-a4d7-4964-9748-5f0a63d32bca-1759952496140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Paul P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### K Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was wonderful! Can’t wait to book again. ##### K Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### brumby b. Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was terrific. Easy check-in amazing time wish we could stay longer. ##### brumby b. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katya K. Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can’t beat the view We loved this cute little place for our Malibu getaway. Great location, comfortable and clean. Will come back again. ##### Katya K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda O. Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Bliss! What a great place! Close to lots of great restaurants, Whole Foods, the Pier and shopping. If you like walking on the beach, hanging out on a roomy balcony, watching a beautiful sunset, listening to the waves crash over the rocks, this is the place to be! Clean place, helpful staff (Angel is so nice!), and easy parking! Will definitely return! ##### Belinda O. 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