Best view in Solana Beach
Review by Paul A. — November 6th, 2024
This is our second time staying at Relax and Renew and we absolutely love it! We always come in the summer for the race meet and rent from Dave Stubbs and they are the best in helping us find the right condos for our growing family. This was our first time coming in October/November and we loved it! The condo has everything and the view is breathtaking! The only recommendation I could make would be that the kitchen could use an update, but we don’t cook alot so it didn’t bother us. Thanks to Tyler, Kevin and Jenifer for always setting us up with the best places to stay!
5 out of 5 stars
Solana Beach Song 8 Retreat
Review by Cynthia B. — June 28th, 2024
My husband and I enjoyed 10 days and nights at Song 8. The condo was exactly as described. We found it to be very clean, private, quiet, and relaxing. The main bedroom had a sliding door opening out to the sounds and sights of the Pacific. The main bathroom and closet were spacious. We enjoyed the condo surrounding balcony with very comfortable furniture and beautiful ocean views. The entire condo was very roomy. Our teenage grandson joined us and had his own bedroom and bathroom that gave him some privacy along with beach gear which he enjoyed. He also found the ocean views especially those on the balcony enjoyable. The Stubbs team was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and quick to respond. Our tv remote needed new batteries. After contacting the office, a person came and replaced them quickly even leaving extra batteries. While we were there, glass washers came and cleaned all glass on our deck which made our views fantastic! There was easy access to Fletcher Cove and good restaurants within walking distance. A grocery store is also nearby. The parking garage and elevator were easily accessible and a great addition to our stay. As was the security. We felt very safe. The washer/dryer were handy and an added bonus. I would highly recommend Song 8, especially if you are looking for a clean, safe, relaxing vacation stay. The area is close to De Mar, Torrey Pines, and La Jolla which are always fun places to visit. I would highly recommend Song 8 as a relaxing vacation get-a-way. My only suggestion is the kitchen might benefit from some updates. It was, however, well functioning and we cooked several delicious meals.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Wow, Cynthia, what a great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your time in Solana Beach and this lovely property. We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon.
Surfsong delight
Review by — February 8th, 2024
Gorgeous clean and comfortable unit. Only issue was pool was not heated (a potential deal breaker). Great location with excellent service by Stubbs personnel.
5 out of 5 stars
Repeat visit - Another lovely time
Review by Jessica W. — October 17th, 2023
We rented this unit because we had an excellent experience last year as well. Didn't disappoint. Great location close to Fletcher Cove, plus dining options. Comfortable furnishings, well-stocked kitchen. Would love to come again.
5 out of 5 stars
Room with a View
Review by Tamra W. — June 5th, 2023
My husband, daughter and her finance were very satisfied with our stay at this beautiful home. The views are amazing and it is a very quiet property. Great location! Close to the beach, town of Solana Beach and train station.
5 out of 5 stars
Coffee and Dolphins
Review by Nina C. — May 8th, 2023
We love this beach condo, it has all the amenities you could need in a prime location. Cozy living room, comfortable beds, and a view that you can't beat! The communal pool and hot tub were a wonderful way to relax after a beach walk. Local shops and restaurants are within walking distance-- perfect for families or couples. Nothing is better than drinking your morning coffee on the patio while watching the dolphins swim by. Will definitely be staying here again!
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you Nina! We can't wait to host you again.
Christmas Break Get Away
Review by Arin M. — January 18th, 2023
This property is wonderful. The Stubbs staff are great and helped with any small issues very quickly. Great location and even though the weather wasn't great we all had a wonderful time. Swimming Pool and Hot Tub was a hit with everyone. Thank you for the wonderful place to relax and restore.
5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Surfsong Condo
Review by Alyssa M. — October 31st, 2022
Enjoyed the amazing views and location of this condo. Very quiet and relaxing. Love the tennis and pickleball courts on the property as well as the quick access to all shops and restaurants nearby. Kitchen could use an update however it's functional. Twin beds in the guest room was not ideal for our needs since we were all adults however I do understand the reasoning.
5 out of 5 stars
All-around terrific week in Solana Beach
Review by Jessica W. — October 11th, 2022
Spent a week in October 2022 in this beautiful unit. AMAZING view, very spacious, comfy beds, comfy couch, great outdoor furniture for watching the waves. So easy to walk to Fletcher Cove; really appreciated the sand toys available too. Stubbs customer service was great as well. No complaints. We’d love to come back sometime.
5 out of 5 stars
SONG8
Review by Julie N. — September 27th, 2022
Loved location. Loved the view. Located in a wonderful complex. A better vacuum job would have been nice. Generally cleanliness OK. Small point, there was salt but no pepper requiring a run to the grocery store.
5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful stay!
Review by Marie S. — April 2nd, 2022
We had a wonderful stay in SONG8. The location of the unit couldn’t be better. The view from the balcony was absolutely amazing - a perfect view spot for the many sunsets. The unit was in great shape and clean when we arrived. The rental manager was very helpful and gave us a list of some wonderful restaurants nearby and he helped us find the best fish taco we have ever tasted, at The Taco Stand in Encinitas. We also enjoyed Jake’s in Del Mar, great food and a great place for sunsets. We enjoyed hiking at Torres Pines and Annie’s Coastal trail, so much to do in the area! I would definitely recommend this unit.
5 out of 5 stars
Great long term rental for us
Review by Rhonda S. — February 13th, 2022
We stayed in this unit for 7 weeks this past Dec/ January. Surfsong is a great complex, this unit is updated with the exception of the kitchen. The furniture, bed, bedding, pillows were all great.The bathrooms are newly redone. I loved the updated electrical with dimmers and sun screens. The fireplaces got daily use, TV is a smart TV. The kitchen needs some updating. I actually didn't mind the vintage vibe of the cabinets but please at least update the stove! Also could use a new set of pots and pans, lids didn't match the pots. Otherwise the kitchen was well stocked for our needs and we cook in a lot. I always like fresh flowers in the home and they even had some vases for use. Stubbs was great to work with, if I had a question or issue they were very prompt. Overall we enjoyed this unit very much and would stay here again.
5 out of 5 stars
Holiday Get-A-Way
Review by Arin M. — November 30th, 2021
We were in need of a getaway and this is the place. Great condo with all the amenities. Can cook inside or go out within walking distance. Very comfortable and quiet. With great ocean views and close beach access.
5 out of 5 stars
Breederscup stay
Review by Sara E. — November 9th, 2021
This was the perfect vacation rental , location , view was amazing
5 out of 5 stars
Fun Family Vacation
Review by Mark N. — October 25th, 2021
My family of four really loved this condo. We were able to walk to the beach (in bare feet no less!) each day followed by a swim in the pool and soak in the hot tub to warm up. The outdoor shower in the pool area was super convenient for cleaning up after our time at the beach. We found the kitchen to be well stocked and enjoyed preparing a few meals at the condo. When we dined out we found lots of great options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner within easy walking distance. Our two kids slept great in the second bedroom and my wife and I enjoyed the beautiful master suite with its recently updated bathroom. This is definitely a unit that we will return to in the future!
5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful relaxing getaway
Review by Priscilla B. — October 21st, 2021
Beautiful condo overlooking the ocean! We enjoyed our stay so much as it felt like a home away from home.
5 out of 5 stars
Surfsong 8 - Strong Contender for repeat visits.
Review by chris o. — September 13th, 2021
Surfsong 8's location could not be beat. The bed was comfortable. The furniture inside and outside were great. The unit has been significantly upgraded. That being said for a premium property at a premium price it should have full length bath towels, a Keurig, better plates and glasses. Regardless would definitely stay there again.
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
Review by — August 23rd, 2021
Exceptional
5 out of 5 stars
Overall good accommodations 2 location much better than first
Review by — June 16th, 2021
1st unit needs some up grades . Second unit ok could use tv in other bedroom ,also blankets available instead of heavy covers
4 out of 5 stars
A Wonderful Get-Away!
Review by LaVeda C. — March 24th, 2021
We enjoyed our first stay in Solana Beach. Our room was very nice and the view and sounds of the ocean can't be beat. Everyone at Stubbs were very helpful--especially when we had trouble figuring out the television. Loved the easy access from the garage to our room and the trash chutes right next to the elevator. The fireplace added the perfect ambience. The only downside we had was remembering that there is a step-down into the living room.
5 out of 5 stars
Great condo with incredible views
Review by Ana V. — March 3rd, 2021
I spend some quiet time in Solana at this beautiful condo Very peaceful and well appointed Solana is a great little place to visit the S California coast Good restaurants and close to many attractions
5 out of 5 stars
Zen retreat for a winter break
Review by Magda A. — February 25th, 2021
Best view ever. This property is truly amazing. Quiet, friendly beyond beleif, clean, everything works, parking is a delight, amenities are fabulous, winter is the perfect time to visit as I gather in the summer is a lot more crowded. If you need a winter break with a zen view of the ocean this is it. Highly recommend it.The beach is endless for walks and since I never touched the water cannot review that.The walking trails all around are out of a storybook and the food delivery or supermarkets are extremely good.The local restaurants are not many but most are very good especially the sushi and the breakfast places.Yes I did discover Solana Beach just now but I am very glad I did!
5 out of 5 stars
Great condo
Review by Ana V. — February 17th, 2021
Very convenient close to shops snd restaurantsGreat view!
5 out of 5 stars
Vaca!
Review by Miranda Lartigau L. — January 19th, 2021
The only problem we had was that there was no gas in the grill and we had to go out and get our own. Left a message at the office and did not hear back.
5 out of 5 stars
Loved Everything
Review by Melissa B. — September 20th, 2020
This unit is better than the pictures! VERY clean! Much appreciated. Everything we needed. Loved extra beach towels and linens. New patio set! Love it! We will work directly with Stubbs again.
5 out of 5 stars
Relaxing and beautiful
Review by Sara M. — July 20th, 2020
We had a relaxing vacation with a beautiful view. All the amenities were available, and the property was in great condition. It was like a home away from home.
5 out of 5 stars
Priceless view!
Review by — July 7th, 2020
The condo was wonderful! The view and private patio made the entire experience so well worth it. We were there over the 4th of July so it was a busy time, yet, we still felt like we were on our own private island with our private view. It was wonderful to hear the ocean at night. There are alot of places nearby to get food and it was fun to be within walking distance of the beach (a very short walk). It was also wonderful to be near the design district. The condo is dated but still clean and very well stocked. We didn't find the beach chairs/umbrella until our last day so if you stay, know it's in the spare bedroom closet. That would have been nice to know up front in our paperwork. Stubbs was very responsive as we were booking. We didn't need to contact them during our stay because everything was perfect. We LOVED Claire's on Cedros for breakfast each day - if you go, you don't want to miss it. They were great about social distancing and all wait staff wore masks. Darling atmosphere and consistently wonderful food. We will definitely consider coming back to this condo for another vacation and we recommend this to anyone looking for a private, quiet getaway. Kids are definitely welcome - we were there with our teenagers but saw many young families.
5 out of 5 stars
Total comfort and relaxation with the BEST view!!!
Review by Miriam M. — April 2nd, 2008
My husband, my 9yr old daughter and I loved our stay. The condo had everything we needed (except food of course). It was as if we were borrowing a friends place for a week and didn't lack any of the essentials such as towels, dishes, soap, even laundry detergent. It was honestly one of the most relaxing vacations we've ever taken and look forward to returning soon!
All the towns along the coast close to Solana Beach are fun to explore and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from if you don't want to cook dinner in the condo. Having LegoLand so close was nice. No hassles getting there either and a lot of fun for all. Even me and my husband!
The beds are comfortable and my daughter got a kick out of having her own room with two beds. One bed for her and the other for her stuffed animals! We didn't go to SeaWorld or the Wild Animal Park but it was nice to know how close everything was if we had changed our minds.
I highly recommend this type of vacation to those with kids. Mom and Dad get to have their own bedroom to retreat to at the end of the day and the kids won't mind because they have one too! Enjoy!
5 out of 5 stars
SONG8
Review by Chris N. — March 31st, 2008
This is our second time to use Dave Stubbs. We love it. However, prices keep going up and we are going to have to skip it this year because we can't afford the pricing.
4 out of 5 stars