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Steps to the Sand | Shining Sea Oceanfront Retreat w/ Firepit

Vacation home with a water park, near Oceanside Beach

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Nestled in Downtown Oceanside, The Shining Sea offers a serene seaside escape. Relax on the private oceanfront patio with stunning views or cozy up by the fireplace in the comfortable living area. With modern amenities like Wi-Fi and laundry facilities, this charming beachfront cottage is perfect for unwinding.

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Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps to the Sand | Shining Sea Oceanfront Retreat w/ Firepit

Welcome to The Shining Sea! This new and charming one-bedroom, one-bath beachfront cottage is located steps from the beach in Downtown Oceanside. Enjoy a cozy bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a comfortable living area with fireplace and ocean views. Relax on the private oceanfront patio or explore nearby restaurants, shops, and the historic Oceanside Pier. With modern amenities, including Wi-Fi and free laundry, The Shining Sea is a perfect seaside escape.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Smart TV

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina

Things to do

Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching 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

Unit size: 500 square feet

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

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, a first aid kit, 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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Townsite, a neighborhood in Oceanside, this vacation home is near theme parks. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oceanside Beach and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. California Surf Museum and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Oceanside travel guide

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What's nearby

Oceanside Strand Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Oceanside Pier
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Oceanside Beach
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Buccaneer Beach
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Ocean's Eleven Casino
2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

Oceanside Transit Center
6 min walk
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
21 min drive

Restaurants

Camp Coffee
9 min walk
The Rooftop Bar
8 min walk
Haunted Head Saloon
11 min walk
Sound By The Sea
9 min walk
Johnny Mañana's
10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Sand | Shining Sea Oceanfront Retreat w/ Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Sand | Shining Sea Oceanfront Retreat w/ Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Sand | Shining Sea Oceanfront Retreat w/ Firepit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Sand | Shining Sea Oceanfront Retreat w/ Firepit located?

Located in Townsite, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Oceanside Strand Beach and Oceanside Beach. Buccaneer Beach and Oceanside Pier are also within 10 minutes. Oceanside Transit Center is 6 minutes by foot.

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Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10/10 Excellent

Lacey R.

Dec 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Oceanside Getaway!

We loved the location, close to the pier and beautiful ocean view! The home was clean and perfect for our one year anniversary!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Sep 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beachside getaway!

This was a perfect spot for our family and our dog! Super clean, comfortable, and baby safe. Million dollar view just steps from the ocean. Walking distance to our favorite taco shop! We will definitely be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilene K.

Sep 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Everything was exactly as pictured. Nicely updated great location . The enclosed patio with ocean view allowed us to enjoy outside with our small dog Recommend

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Feb 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow

The view was amazing. Loved the patio especially. You can even watch and hear the ocean from the living room. I loved that they allowed pets so my dog could join us. Many other guests at the other units had pets so it made a nice little community. Place was clean, seemed newly remodeled. Property manager was very responsive to any questions/requests. It was a great location for walking and to restaurants. I would highly recommend this location.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david w.

Oct 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick trip

Beautiful property you won’t be disappointed with the amazing view that it offers. The amenities offered are more than enough to enjoy yourself as they provide a lot. We didn’t really do much in the area just took in the view and relaxed but well worth the trip. Most definitely will book again and recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

Sep 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Place, perfect location, easy access to beach

Really enjoyed our stay. Perfect location, extremely easy access to beach, and very relaxing. My only objection is the patio is right off the beach and the constant traffic during the day was a lot, but night time was quiet. I also wish there were a broom and mop so we could clean floors as the beach brings lots of water and sand in house. Even though there is no AC the beach brings in cool air, plus the host has fans. I also love they have beach accessories as well. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri M.

Sep 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

For the most part everything was lovely, The parking was a little inconvenient.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J.

Feb 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great place to stay right on the strand!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Jun 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Everything about this place was perfect for us. We have a seven month old puppy and she loved meeting all the people and dogs as they walked by out on the patio. It was a perfect size for us. The neighborhood was great and the proximity to the ocean was wonderful. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lexus S.

Jun 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Communication

This beach house was beautiful & VERY clean! We were happy with everything it included! The outside patio area was our favorite place to be & being steps away from the ocean was such an amazing experience! However, be aware, it is a very tiny place making it challenging to maneuver around & feel very tight. A few other negatives: the sleeping arrangements are not what is listed. The room has a queen bed not a king, which we were looking forward to. The couch does extend, but I wouldn’t considered it a double sofa bed. (Would be fine for children but not adults) One of the biggest thing for us is we were so excited to bring our dog to experience his first time in the ocean & were very excited this place allowed pets. However, after we were told by friends to make sure Oceanside is dog friendly, we quickly found out it is not. Dogs can be on The Strand but are not allowed near the water. We were devastated & wished the listing stated this because we had to then find a dog sitter & keep him home. The other huge thing that was confusing was the unloading/loading area. We thought we had to unload in the parking area next to the house (which we got told by an occupant we couldn’t use when arriving) But then when someone came to change out the linens, they opened up the gate completely & we then realized you can unload & load in the area of the property. So we wished that was instructed better. Despite all the problems, it was an amazing place & we can’t wait to go back! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Oct 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was great. This is a pet-friendly area and the closeness to the beach is fantastic. This is the second time we have stayed at this exact location and we would come again!

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025