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10 Best Beachside Vacation Rentals

Enjoy the sun and sand all year long at these California Airbnbs

Nena Farrell
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Malibu Mountain Retreat, Malibu, CA

A stylish, open concept loft, this Airbnb is a hip retreat for enjoying views of the ocean, along with nearby beaches and hikes.

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Mesa Beach Guesthouse, Santa Barbara, CA

The beach views are grand at this guesthouse, plus you can't beat the location: it's a two-block walk to Douglas Family Nature Preserve and just a ten-minute stroll to reach Mesa Steps Beach.

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Venice Apartment, Los Angeles, CA

This minimal apartment is not only walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants, but it also has loaner bikes and a hot tub in the backyard.

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La Jolla Cottage, San Diego, CA

Tucked in between La Jolla Village and La Jolla Cove, this cottage offers quick walks to La Jolla’s Marine Street and Windansea beaches.

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Luxury Beach House, Venice, CA

There’s little that this beach house doesn’t have to offer: the listing is eco-friendly, it's located just steps from Venice Beach’s sand, shops, and boardwalk, and it houses a private roofdeck.

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Ocean View Malibu Hideaway, Malibu, CA

You won’t need to get out of bed to enjoy Malibu with the gorgeous views offered at this home. Situated on a sea-facing canyon with floor-to-ceiling windows, this open concept apartment provides an incredible ocean vista, as well as three acres of mature gardens with oranges, lemons, and figs to pick upon your arrival.

7 /10

Starfish Cottage, Newport Beach, CA

Enjoy the Balboa Peninsula at Starfish Cottage by walking a single block to the beach, with provided boogie boards and beach chairs in hand.

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Mission Beach Studio, San Diego, CA

This cozy studio is just steps away from the beach, and is the perfect size for a getaway for two, whether for best friends or a couple.

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Modern Beach Cottage, Pismo Beach, CA

Stay at this one-of-a-kind cottage for both a Venice Beach fix and architectural indulgence.

10 /10

Oceanfront Getaway, Cayucos, CA

This guest suite is right on the beach, offering a separate entrance, private patio, and even electric vehicle charging.