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Condo in Oceanside
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews*Beach Break* Oceanfront/Balcony/Walk Everywhere
We loved our stay here! This is a beautiful condo with an amazing view and great ambience. Bart and Debra have this decorated so well. It has such a comfy, beachy vibe. North Coast Village is fabulous! The landscaping feels like you are in an oasis! It is so clean and the security and tranquility is top notch! We will definitely be back! Thank you!!
Home in Oceanside
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviewsSouth Oceanside Rare Tropical Beach Hideaway
This was a true 5 star place. You get the entire property to yourself and the surrounding gates/plants make it feel very private. That said, the location is great because everything you need is in walking distance; eats, coffee, beach, corner store. The best part is the house is located in an area the passing trains aren’t allowed to blow their horns so you won’t get woken up by them if you aren’t used to it. My kid had fun walking down the block to watch them pass during the day. Amazing amenities included; covered garage for parking, grass lawn, outside table with umbrella, hammock, tv inside, huge bathtub with shower and fully stocked kitchen with numerous appliances. The bed sheets were actual bed sheets! Not the cheap paper kind every other single airbnb tends to provide. Plenty of pillows and towels. Comfortable couch and bean bag chair. Host was extremely kind and responsive. Great place for singles, couples or families. We will be staying here again, no doubt!
Condo in Carlsbad Village
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews#3, Ocean Front Studio by the Beach in Carlsbad
What a special place with an ideal location for beach walks, sunsets, and access to downtown Carlsbad. Because of its coastal location next a public lot, it’s a bustling vibe, but we never had trouble parking, and there’s a lot for the condo unit in the back. Our particular unit had a small management office built on its patio, limiting the patio size and causing narrow access for my elderly mother. Going through the patio is the only access point to the unit. The unit was small but well designed to maximize the space and included beautiful blue glass tile and matching decor. Seating was plentiful too. What a treat to enjoy this special spot.
Condo in Oceanside
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviewsHottest Neighborhood! Walk to Beach!
Loved our stay here. This place is great to explore Oceanside - Plenty of space, Clean kitchen and bathroom - Access controlled, very safe place - Excellent and plentiful food places and coffee shops within 10-15 minutes of walking radius - Beach is readily accessible - Train station is less than 10 minute walk away (We took a train to San Diego from Oceanside, one day) All in all, very happy with the experience!
Home in Oceanside
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews*3 Blocks to Beach w/ Beach Gear, Private Backyard
Lauren's place exceeded our expectations. The house was very clean and located within walking distance to the beach. We stayed during the Thanksgiving week and Lauren even reached out to check if we need any extra accommodations for the holiday. Overall, everyone enjoyed the stay and we will book again in the future.
Home in Carlsbad
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsOcean Breeze with ease, near Carlsbad Village
GREAT LOCATION!!! Very clean! I would stay there again!
Condo in Oceanside
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviewsBeachfront Luxury Vacation Condo in Oceanside
We had a great stay. Amazing location right on the beach with a lot to do in walking distance. The property was gorgeous with a lot of amenities. Paul was a great host. Very responsive and gave clear instructions.
Home in Carlsbad
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviewsResort-Style Beach House on Pacific Coast Highway 101
We really enjoyed Tamar's place! Beautiful location, with just a quick walk down to the beach. We enjoyed morning walks along the cliffs and our kids loved playing in the sand. Super close to legoland (the whole purpose of our stay). The house was very comfortable with 4 adults, 2 kids, and 1 dog.
Oceanside house rentals
Home in Encinitas
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviewsThe Ultimate Family Vacation Home | Hot Tub | A/C
What a great stay! Helen’s house was just lovely. Full of light, and so peaceful. Plenty of room for our large family gathering. Multiple spots for lounging and visiting, both inside and out. The hot tub was a hit with our teens/ young adults:) Fully supplied with everything you could possibly need. Great location, close to grocery stores and restaurants, but out of earshot of any traffic noise. Helen was a wonderful host and made us feel welcome. We’ll be back next time we’re in the area.
Home in Vista
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsLuxury New 2BR Home +Parking +Gated
Place was spacious, clean, and a good location.
Home in Bay Ho
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviewsPalisades by the Bay Whole House Rental!
Overall we had a great stay. The pool did take a couple of days to really heat up but for November it was great. Bring your own Tupperware.
Home in Pacific Beach
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviewsPacific Beach Bungalow - Steps from Mission Bay!
This great Airbnb had all we needed for our long weekend in PB. Everything was clean and uncluttered. The neighborhood was quiet and within a few mins walk to incredible restaurants and coffee shops. We were so happy to see the shed on the property offered, among other things, a frisbee, corn hole boards, and beach chairs which we enjoyed. The instructions for arrival and parking were clear and we felt so safe in this neighborhood.
Home in Oceanside
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews5mins from Beach Private Pool/Firepit/BBQ/Patio
Beautiful place and even nicer than the pictures. Everything was spotlessly clean and the furniture was very comfortable. Some places have cheap uncomfortable furniture to save money but not this place. The couch is deep, comfortable, and good quality. You feel like you can actually relax and stretch out. The location felt very safe and the backyard felt peaceful and private.
Home in Pacific Beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviewsPacific Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach
Great house in an amazing location. Space was perfect for the 6 of us (3 generations!). Sunlight filled front deck and beautiful and spacious back yard. Jeff was very responsive when we had a very minor and immediately fixable issue with the kitchen breaker. Walkable to restaurants (try breakfast at La Clochette and Harry's for tacos) and beach. This was our first time at Jeff's place but hopefully not the last. In reading the guest book, there are several families who are repeaters. That speaks volumes! PB is a stunning area to visit. Extra bonus is Trader Joe's within 1 mile.
Home in Oceanside
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsRenovated 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Close To The Coast
Mitchell was a wonderful host that accommodated us last minute after a public safety power shut off in our place. He was able to squeeze us in same day and sent over everything we would need to know about the house that we would need during our stay. Would absolutely recommend for people to stay.
Home in Bay Park
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsContemporary San Diego Home
this was our second stay at Barry's house. our first stay there we had to leave early because of the hurricane shut down the fishing. this year we were lucky enough to stay the whole weekend Barry's house has a spectacular View of the fireworks every evening from the backyard balcony. the house is very clean the AC worked phenomenal. overall I have to say this is probably one of the most comfortable and quiet airbnbs that I have ever stayed at. we were gone during the day so we only came back in the evening the neighborhood is quiet peaceful if that's what you're looking for I definitely recommend staying here.
Oceanside condo rentals
Condo in Mission Beach
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 375 reviewsMission Beach Dream Condo Only steps to the sand!
The place was wonderful. So close to restaurants, shopping, the beach. Lovely.
Condo in Mission Beach
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 318 reviewsMid Century Modern Beachside Condo Number seven
The location is great. At the end so it’s quiet, just steps to the powder sands. Yet so close to the crowds. I rented a bike for the week which was my means for transportation. (Only $70 and all you need. Beats the costs for Uber!) Market close for essentials. Instacart within the hour for groceries. Pacific beach with more options for dining and night life is a bike ride away! Second time to mission beach. LOVE THE AREA!!
Condo in Oceanside
4.72 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviewsLuxury on the Beach
Booked this place for my fiancé, it was his first time seeing and experiencing the ocean. We absolutely loved this place! Beach access 24/7, great restaurants at walking distance, peaceful surroundings, koi pond, and everything felt safe. There was initially a miscommunication with the cleaning service and we walked into a dirty place, but we let Paul know and had them there within the hour. We didn't mind as this can easily happen to anyone and Paul resolved it extremely fast with so much kindness. We will definitely be back, thank you Paul & Lisa! <3
Condo in North Ocean Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsOcean Front Beach Townhouse with Balcony
We had a wonderful first trip to San Diego and felt that this location was perfect! Close to lots of things to do and we always felt safe. The condo was well kept and very clean. Host was very responsive and flexible!
Condo in Mission Beach
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews2 Bdrm Condo + Parking in Heart of Mission Beach!
This place was amazing. This is our 8 year and 11th time to San Diego. We stay near this area. Carl’s places in above and behind our favorite coffee place, better buzz, so we may have gotten 1-2 coffees a day. We had a Toyota Highlander and fit perfectly in the parking spot, I think anything longer might be an issue. The beds were very comfortable! The half door was great little fun feature. Easy to walk to the beach and to walk to our favorite places to eat. The coffee shop closes around 5pm and we never heard any noise. We have stayed at more luxurious places in Mission/ Pacific Beach, but this place felt more homey. We would stay again! *Note worthy but, NO means a reason to rate it lower, these are just normal things that each place has and/or our highly obnoxious preferences like for stays: AC units when kicking on are louder. The guest room did not having any blackouts curtains. We use non-toxic cookware, and the many and various cookware there, was non stick.*
Condo in Pacific Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 459 reviewsOceanfront Elegant Condo - Remarkable Amenities
Unreal. From the moment we stepped into the apartment, we were stunned. The thoughtfulness, the thoroughness, absolute excellence. The pictures only provide you with half of what you can expect. The view was drop dead gorgeous, it felt like you were actually on the pacific. When we arrived the doors were open to let in the breeze, light music was playing, and it was like heaven. The place itself had anything you could want or need, coffee, espresso, bottles of wine, other things like vitamin C, fresh fruit, I mean really we have never had a bnb experience this wonderful. Checkin was easy, I was dumb and didn’t understand how to get the door code and Andy responded within literal minutes to help me figure it out. Very kind and personable. When you leave the apartment you step out to the boardwalk directly where there is so much going on,and it’s not super busy, at least when we went. Great restaurants within minutes, we checked out 4/5 places all walkable. Do not hesitate to book here!
Condo in Pacific Beach
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews1BR Condo, Private Patio, Fire-pit, Rooftop Patio!
Jesse was an excellent host - great communication and responsiveness. Space was as described, with a couple exceptions we were advised about. Would highly recommend this location and space.
Condo in San Clemente
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviewsAmazing 2 bedroom condo steps to the beach
BEACH - I do not need to say more but I will.... Watched a pod of dolphins/porpoise feed just off the beach but within 50 yds of a group of surfers, overlooking the beach from the little park or walking down to the water just below... sitting on the deck hearing the crashing of the waves....
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Oceanside
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2.4K properties
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Your guide to Oceanside
All About Oceanside
Located in northern San Diego County, Oceanside is a lively beach town known for its palm tree-covered Harbor Beach and Oceanside Pier which juts into the Pacific Ocean. This coastal city is one of only 14 designated cultural districts in the state, and visitors can experience Southern California’s unique California Surf Museum that traces the sport's history with a surfboard collection and exhibits on famous athletes.
There’s a thriving art scene here, and sculptures, paintings, and drawings from the region are on display at the Oceanside Museum of Art. Oceanside’s large inlet hosts a marina, beaches, seafood restaurants, and casual beachy boutiques, making it a lively California getaway. Oceanside is also a fantastic pick for nature lovers with many surfing, fishing, and hiking opportunities.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Oceanside
Like most of Southern California, the weather in Oceanside is usually warm and dry from June to October. In August, the city hosts an annual surfing contest and beach festival, making it a lovely time to catch some waves and exciting competition fun. The Taste of Oceanside in October features food, wine, and beer tastings in this increasingly food-focused destination, so this is a popular time to book Oceanside vacation house rentals. November sees an influx of bikers for the annual Bike the Coast bike ride up Historic Route 101. Winters tend to be a bit cooler and partly cloudy, but the temperatures are still pleasant with a light jacket.
Top things to do in Oceanside
Local Farms
There are a number of family-owned farms worth checking out around Oceanside. Some even host community block parties and holiday festivals with live music and wonderful food trucks. Many offer other events that are great for all ages like tractor rides, curated crafts, and strawberry picking. Of course, you can also just enjoy shopping at the local farm stands’ and browsing the selection of fresh produce and seasonal flowers.
Colorful Murals and Street Art
Oceanside is home to many wonderful artists who have created more than two dozen vibrant murals in the center of town and in the southside. The best way to view them is to take a self-guided tour, and you can find a map with the location and a picture of each mural on the city’s website, so you can create your own route and snap the perfect vacation selfie.
Fishing and the Grunion Run
Oceanside’s long expansive shores and jetties, fishing charters, and two fishing piers allow for plenty of fishing and people-watching. For a truly unique fishing experience, check out Southern California’s famous Grunion Run. Each year between March and August, small six-inch silvery fish ride the waves onto the shore and beach themselves as part of their spawning. Those with a California sport fishing license can catch the grunion, but only with their bare hands.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the weather in Oceanside?
Oceanside has a Mediterranean climate with yearly temperatures ranging from 50°F (10°C) to 80°F (27°C). The city enjoys ample sunshine and mild winters, and rain is most frequent from December to March.
What are some of the best things to do in Oceanside?
You can explore the California Surf Museum, enjoy the beach at Harbor Beach, or immerse in the unique history at the Oceanside Historical Society. For nature lovers, spend some time at the Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center.
What is the best time of year to visit Oceanside?
Visitors often gravitate towards Oceanside in the summer months, from June to August, when the weather averages around 75°F (24°C). During this period, local events such as the Oceanside Independence Day Parade in July, and the Oceanside International Film Festival in August, draw a significant number of people.
What are the best places to stay in Oceanside?
Popular areas for accommodation in Oceanside include the vibrant Downtown district with its diverse dining and shopping options, the beachfront Townsite neighborhood, or the quiet, residential area of Fire Mountain.
What are the best places to visit in Oceanside?
The Oceanside Pier, Mission San Luis Rey, and the Oceanside Museum of Art are frequently visited places. If you're interested in military history, the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton is also worth exploring.
What are some hiking trails in Oceanside?
For hiking enthusiasts, the Guajome Regional Park provides various trails amid diverse habitats. The Coastal Rail Trail caters to both hikers and bikers, offering views of the surrounding coastal landscape.
What are some family activities to do in Oceanside?
Families can enjoy a day at Harbor Beach, visit the animals at the Sea Life Aquarium, or learn about local marine life at the Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center. The weekly Sunset Market also provides food stalls and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy together.
What are some of the best day trip ideas in Oceanside?
Day trips from Oceanside often include visits to nearby cities like Carlsbad, home to the Flower Fields and Legoland, or San Diego, known for its zoo and Old Town. The sprawling vineyards of Temecula are also less than an hour's drive away.
What types of vacation rentals are available in Oceanside?
Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in Oceanside. From over 650 condo rentals, over 300 apartment rentals to over 870 house rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Oceanside?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 1,340 vacation rentals in Oceanside featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
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