Beach house vacation rentals in Southern California

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Home in Malibu

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 326 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

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Home in Santa Barbara

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 255 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.

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Home in Cambria

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 389 reviews

Hummingbird House in Charming Cambria

- Please note: cannot accommodate young children or pets - Unique craftsman style - Short stroll to Nature Trail, on Park Hill, up the hill from park and beach - Window seat and deck w/distant ocean view - Free Wifi, AppleTV with free Netflix - Stairs Please note: We cannot accommodate young children or pets. Two bedrooms, 2 baths on different levels for quiet and privacy. A peaceful art-filled retreat near nature trails, park and beach. Note: There is an additional fee for more than 2 guests.

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Home in Malibu

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

The Deck House: Malibu's Best Ocean Views

Named one of the best Airbnbs in LA by Vogue, relax above it all in an architectural landmark with expansive outdoor space, the best views in Malibu and the tranquility of a private gated community only minutes from PCH. Renowned for its design, abundant glass windows and indoor/outdoor living with stunning views. Visit Malibu's beaches, restaurants and shopping, or enjoy the well-appointed home, Jaccuzi, and outdoor spaces, surrounded by ocean vistas, canyon hills and sparkling stars at night

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Home in Newport Beach

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Dreamy Ocean Views: Newport Beach (Upper Duplex)

Dreamy ocean views from this upstairs unit of duplex beachfront w/ 3bedroom/2bath. Upstairs 3 bedroom unit has sweet, modern upgrades, a wonderful master bedroom and spectacular ocean views. Enjoy views of the ocean, Balboa pier, sea & sand. (The porch use is for downstairs guests only). Our family has rented to families on vacation for 20 years. One on-site parking space & amazing beach, ferry, fun zone access. No smoking and no partiers; 9 pm quiet hour (SLP13142 City Tax 10% added)

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Home in Cambria

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 268 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!

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Home in Dana Point

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 544 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

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Home in Laguna Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 398 reviews

Villa Laguna -- ocean views, walkable, and new

Beautiful Laguna Beach villa with amazing ocean views. Imagine walking up each morning to beautiful ocean views and sipping your coffee while watching dolphins swim by. Next, you can step outside and walk just a short distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. Please note this listing is very strict regarding the number of guests allowed. Please screen any additional guests beyond the limit listed w/ the owner. Green Ruby LLC/Navid Filsoof AUP 17-1450 License 151911

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Home in Newport Beach

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

15th St - BEST OCEAN VIEW APT IN NEWPORT BEACH

This is NOT your everyday sticky beach rental with a couch full of Cheetos. This newly built 1 bed - 1 bath home has all new Thermador Appliances, new furnishings, and a wall to wall retractable sliding glass door providing a true indoor outdoor living space. This home provides a private deck, Queen bed, full kitchen, in unit washer and dryer, flat screen TV, 2 beach bicycles, gas BBQ, beach chairs, beach and bath towels, etc. - Queen Blowup Mattress can be provided.

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Home in Malibu

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 331 reviews

Ocean View Malibu Mountain Retreat

2 acres of landscaped mountainside, an experience often compared with the French Riviera, incredible ocean views. Conveniently located only 23 miles from Los Angeles airport (LAX), 15 min. from Santa Monica, seconds from gorgeous beaches and mountain hikes. If this space is not available for your dates or you look for something a little cozy we have another super cute apartment. Check it out at https://airbnb.com/h/ocean-view-malibu-hideaway

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Home in Huntington Beach

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Beachfront Oasis

Enjoy quality time with family or friends at our newly remodeled 1930's ocean front family beach home. Sun bathe on the deck in the Summer, catch some waves, rinse off in our outdoor shower, stroll along the shore at sunset, and enjoy barbecuing your favorite meal on our ocean front patio. We have Spectrum Cable, WiFi, Bluetooth Soundbar, heat and AC in each room, 1 parking spot and free street parking.

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Home in Oceanside

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Betty's Beach House with Seascape Cozy Cottage

Magnificent three bedroom two story beachfront main house plus separate cozy one bedroom cottage on the beach in S. Oceanside, CA. Includes lap pool, Cabana, private sand beach area, fire ring. and direct stairway access to beach and ocean. Gas BBQ at private beach with patio tables and chairs. A beach vacation paradise!