10 Best Beachside Vacation Rentals

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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