Title: Mermaid Cottage By The Sea - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Mermaid Cottage By The Sea Family fun on the beach, with water park, near San Clemente Pier ![Smart TV, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75960000/75959400/75959334/a8cf8bc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75960000/75959400/75959334/c4b81777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75960000/75959400/75959334/6bb51e21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75960000/75959400/75959334/71543027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75960000/75959400/75959334/5f2ec6a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Mermaid Cottage by the Sea, a charming San Clemente gem within walking distance of beautiful beaches. Relax in the spacious great room with vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams or unwind on the patio overlooking a serene backyard. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102162 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Mermaid Cottage By The Sea Welcome to your home away from home at our Mermaid Cottage by the Sea. This San Clemente gem is within walking distance to the area’s best beaches and is sure to make a splash with lasting memories created among your closest family and friends. Recently updated, the Mermaid Cottage is designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation. The second-floor great room is the heart of the home – a 75” television with soundbar makes it the perfect spot for movie night, with enough seating for the whole family and soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed beams. Just off the great room is a patio overlooking the backyard with bistro seating for two – a peaceful spot for your morning coffee or evening cocktail. The great room flows into the kitchen and dining area, creating an ideal open-concept space for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, Viking gas cooktop, double ovens, French door refrigerator, and dishwasher—fully stocked for all your culinary needs. Planning dinner with friends? Chill your bottle of Rosé in the wine fridge for the perfect temp. The large dining table seats nine, with three more at the kitchen bar for a total of 12. A cozy sitting area adjacent to the dining room offers a great place to relax by the fire on chilly mornings or nights. The light and bright primary suite is the perfect escape after a day at the beach. A king-sized bed with crisp white linens and down comforter ensures a restful night’s sleep. The charming bay window lets in warm sunlight by day and is shaded for privacy when desired. The en-suite bathroom includes a double vanity, shower, and plush spa towels. Three additional bedrooms keep guests relaxed and comfortable. One guest room has a queen bed and access to a hallway bathroom with single vanity, shower, and sliding doors to the backyard. Another features a queen-sized bed and an attached bathroom with a single vanity and a tub/shower combo. The third is perfect for younger guests, with a twin-over-full bunk bed, twin trundle, and shared bathroom access. The beautiful backyard is sure to be a guest favorite. Fire up the grill and enjoy year-round al fresco dining with seating for eight. Spend the evening around the outdoor fire pit with seating for all, soaking in the salty breeze. For the kids, the tree house, swing, and outdoor games will be a highlight. A short walk from the cottage leads to several beaches. Don’t be a fish out of water—enjoy the California Riviera coastline during your stay! Prefer to drive? All area beaches have public parking. The cottage also includes fun amenities like outdoor games (corn hole, croquet, bocce ball, football), a full-size ping pong table in the garage, two bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and toys to make the most of your stay. Nearby attractions include downtown San Clemente and the pier, just a 5-minute drive away, offering endless options for dining and fun. Within an hour’s drive are Disneyland, Legoland, SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, and more—perfect for family adventures. \*\*Guest is required to sign our rental contract prior to receiving access to the house.\*\* \*\*An additional $200 cleaning fee will be charged for excess sand in the home (including on furniture or in beds). Damaged towels or linens will incur a $20 per towel and $50 per sheet fee.\*\* City of San Clemente permit #: STLU-315290 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 shared bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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 hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Table tennis - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,162 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48830000/48821200/48821165/w1571h1046x5y5-0a066713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### END OF YEAR BLOWOUT RATES! 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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 2778-232982 ## 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%7C33.41277%2C-117.61101&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Sv7bDMFDPMQHsI71vbl_691jd9w=) San Clemente, CA #### What's nearby - T-Street Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - San Clemente Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Casa Romantica - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Avenida del Mar - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - San Clemente State Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km #### Getting around - San Clemente Pier Station - 7 min drive - John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk - ‪Bear Coast Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mermaid Cottage By The Sea pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Mermaid Cottage By The Sea? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mermaid Cottage By The Sea? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mermaid Cottage By The Sea located? > Located in San Clemente, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Lasuens Beach and San Clemente Pier. T-Street Beach and The Pier Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Clemente Pier Station is 21 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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