Sea La Vie - Cute Retro Oceanfront Stay with Beach Access, Pool
Solana Beach
Sleeps 3
1 Bedroom
1 Bathrooms
Economy
Oceanfront Serenity – “C’est La Vie” Condo in Solana Beach Embrace the magic of coastal living in this charming second-floor beachfront condo. With spectacular ocean views and cozy, beach-inspired interiors, this retreat offers the perfect spot to unwind, watch waves roll in, and savor seaside sunsets.
Please note: Construction is currently underway within the complex. While we strive to provide a peaceful stay, occasional noise may be heard during daytime hours. Additionally, the jacuzzi is currently closed indefinitely due to maintenance. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience.
7-night minimum stay required by Del Mar Shores Terrace HOA
Property Highlights
• Uninterrupted ocean views from a private balcony
• Comfortable living room with a beachy vibe and open kitchen layout
• Fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances
• Spacious bedroom with king bed, ceiling fan & dedicated workspace
• Oversized jacuzzi tub in bathroom
• Sleeper sofa accommodates an additional guest
• Wireless internet & cable modem
• Printer-fax-copier for remote work needs
• Unlimited long-distance telephone service
• TV with cable, HBO & Cinemax
• Ceiling fans throughout
• Telescope for stargazing and dolphin spotting
Location Perks
• Secure gated entry with assigned underground parking
• Heated ocean view pool & spa with breathtaking coastal vistas
• Recreation room & sunbathing terrace (subject to HOA guidelines)
• Direct private beach access via bluff side stairs
• Walking distance to Cedros Avenue Design District, local beaches, restaurants & Del Mar Racetrack
• Easy access to the Solana Beach Train Station and nearby cities
• Short drive to iconic San Diego attractions like SeaWorld, the Zoo, Legoland & more
Additional Info
• No smoking allowed anywhere on the premises
• No air conditioning (cooled by coastal breezes)
• No in-unit washer/dryer, but convenient laundry room steps away
• Professionally cleaned and sanitized per CDC guidelines
Managed by Stubbs Vacation Rentals—trusted in coastal North County San Diego since 1976
Amenities
AMENITY
combination tub/shower
jetted tub
king
shower
sleep sofa /futon
toilet
ATTRACTIONS
arboretum
bay/sound
botanical garden
caves
churches
cinemas
coin laundry
festivals
library
live theater
marina
museums
nude beach
playground
pond
recreation center
reefs
restaurants
ruins
synagogues
theme parks
water parks
waterfalls
winery tours
zoo
DINING CHECKBOX
Dining
ENTERTAINMENT
Television
GENERAL
Hair Dryer
Heating
Internet
Iron & Board
Linens Provided
Living Room
Parking
Towels Provided
Desk
Wifi
Free Wifi
Desk Chair
KITCHEN
Coffee Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
Dining Table
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
antiquing
beachcombing
bird watching
eco tourism
gambling casinos
horseback riding
horseshoes
luaus
outlet shopping
paddle boating
photography
scenic drives
sight seeing
walking
whale watching
LOCAL SERVICES AND BUSINESSES
ATM/bank
Babysitter
fitness center
groceries
hospital
laundromat
massage therapist
medical services
LOCATION TYPE
Beach
Beach View
Beachfront
Near The Ocean
Ocean View
Oceanfront
Resort
Water View
Waterfront
OUTSIDE
Balcony
POOL SPA
Communal Pool
Hot Tub
SPORTS AND ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
basketball court
cycling
deepsea fishing
equestrian events
fishing
fly fishing
golf
hiking
ice skating
jet skiing
mountain biking
mountaineering
paragliding
pier fishing
roller blading
sailing
scuba diving or snorkeling
snorkeling
sound/bay fishing
surf fishing
surfing
swimming
tennis
water skiing
wind-surfing
SUITABILITY
children welcome
non smoking only
pets not allowed
SUITABILITY CHKBOX
Minimum Age Limit for Renters
ARRIVAL DAY
flexible
CAR
recommended
DINING
Dining Area
THEME
Adventure
Away From It All
Family
Romantic
Sports & Activities
Tourist Attractions
Safety
Outdoor lighting
Smoke detectors
Health And Safety
Enhanced cleaning practices
Clean with disinfectant
No-contact check-in and check-out
High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF
SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP)
Living
Ceiling fans
Ironing Board
Linens
Linens - High Quality
Washer & Dryer in Unit
Business
Copier
Fax
High Speed Internet
Nearby ATM
Nearby FedEx
Nearby Internet Cafe
Nearby Post Office
Printer
Entertainment
Premium Channels/HBO
Television
High Speed internet
Kitchen
Coffee Maker
Cookware
Dishwasher
Full Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
Utensils
Outdoor
Balcony
Beach Walking
Beachcombing
Biking
Boating
Boogie Boarding
Community Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Community Swimming Pool
Community Tennis Courts
Fishing
Fishing - Deep Sea
Fishing - Fly Fishing
Fishing - Sound/Bay/Pier
Fishing - Surf Fishing
Golf
Hiking Trails
Jet Ski Rental
Kayaking
Rollerblading
Sight-Seeing
Snorkeling
Surfing
Swimming
Walkway to Water
Wildlife Viewing
Wind Surfing
Family
Beach
Library
Miniature Golf
Movie Theatre
Playground
Theme Park
Water Park
Convenience
Area Fitness Center
Craft Shopping
Medical Services Nearby
Nearby Grocery
Outlet Shopping
Shopping
Stairs to Front Door - 10+
Culture
Ballet
Baseball Park
Basketball Stadium
Battlefields
Dance
Football Stadium
Lighthouse
Military Base
Museums
Soccer Stadium
Symphony Orchestra
Theatre
Geographic
Exceptional Sunsets
Exceptional Views
Near Beach
Guest Reviews of sea la vie - dmst17
Solana Beach , CA
stars
based on
22 user reviews
Beautiful oceanfront condo
We had a very nice stay at this property. The view is incredible- right on the ocean. We watched the surfers every morning. Nice layout of kitchen and bedroom. One thing I would change- not enough light to read by in the bedroom and there wasn't enough hot water to totally fill up the bathtub.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Good memories
My mom, sister and I had stayed at this complex often for the past 26 yrs and some of the stays were in #17, which was “Helen’s condo).. always a lovely place. This November when I walked in, it looked very much the same but also had not been taken care of. Peeling paint on the slider areas and windows, tape on the sliders, a really worn out sisal rug leading to balcony. Stains in the couch cushions etc. Another issue was no instructions for operating the tvs. Kevin came over and fixed/explained operation but next day could not get l. r. set to work. The view and easy walk in to the unit is a major good feature! The unit was well equipped and comfortable. The staff at Stubbs was wonderful and efficient. A nice welcome basket was appreciated. One drawback that Stubbs could not control was the renovation going on next door. Pretty constant drilling and hammering was not very peaceful! The unit had been cleaned well etc. it was a great visit but appearance and maintenance disappointing. Would recommend to friends with caveat of appearance.
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you for your detailed feedback and for staying with us again after so many years of wonderful memories at this complex. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the views, convenient access, and the welcome basket, and that our team, including Kevin, was helpful during your stay. We sincerely apologize for the maintenance and appearance concerns you mentioned, as well as the disruption from neighboring renovations. While we cannot control the timing of nearby projects, we’re committed to addressing the condition of the unit and will be sharing your comments with the owner. We’re glad the unit was well-equipped and clean, but we appreciate your honesty about the areas in need of attention. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide a more polished experience. Thank you again!Oceanfront Stay
We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning. A couple of concerns: Both sliding doors, one to the balcony oceanfront and the balcony off the master bedroom Do Not Lock. We had hiking sticks that we placed for security. This needs to be fixed please.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you for your feedback! We apologize for the issue with the balcony door locks and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you back.Fantastic view, comfortable stay!
We enjoyed our stay at the Sea La Vie property. Access to the beach was excellent and the complex was quiet and relaxing! The place was comfortable and clean for the most part. The couch is really soiled and should be replaced. The sliding door to the deck could also use some attention. The requisite meeting with the community ambassador was unpleasant. The message we took away from the meeting was "we don't really want you here and we don't trust you."
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the beach access, quiet atmosphere, and overall comfort of the Sea La Vie property. We’re sorry to hear about the couch and sliding door, and we’ll speak with the owner about making improvements. We also apologize for the experience with the Del Mar Shores Terrace community ambassador—that's not the welcoming environment we aim for, and we’ll be looking into this. We appreciate your comments and hope to provide a better experience next time!Solana Beach Solace
Had a wonder and refreshing stay at this condo overlooking the beautiful beaches of Solana Beach. Close to shopping and restaurants with all the amenities you could need, this condo is very nicely decorated and gives a relaxing beach feel for your perfect getaway.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Solana Beach get a way
This is the 3rd time we have stayed at this complex and have loved every minute. The views are spectacular and to watch the clouds over the ocean and storms move in is so magical!. We love the close access to the beach and the pool and hot tub overlooking the ocean. Stubbs is very helpful and helps with any needs. It's a great home away from home and we look forward to our next visit. We wish were still there and walking on the beach as we came home to Utah to snow!!!!!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
A Taste of Paradise!
The view,the view,the view! Well appointed,clean and fun beach vibe throughout the condo. The sliding door could be tricky/loud,yet having a stubborn slider at our abode, we were able to manage.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Solana Beach rental March 2024
Unfortunately, the condo association was performing maintenance on piping, etc, which required us to use a porto-potty in the garage for 3 days. And yes, I understand this was thru no fault of the Stubbs rental company. They were apologetic and gave us a partial refund of our payments, so they DID try to help out. Our unit needed a serious deep cleaning, as it was starting to look rather worn, considering the $$$ paid for the unit. Best of all was the ocean view, with the amenities of Solana Beach close by. We would rent again from Stubbs, but a different unit.
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars
Solitude
Perfect location with great sunset views and surfers. Right on the beach. If you walk to the left, you will enjoy dog’s beach (vivid and joyful); if you walk to the right, you will enjoy solitude. We liked everything!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Great Fall Escape in Sunny Solana Beach
We spent a wonderful week at Sea La Vie in beautiful Solana Beach/Del Mar. It was a return to our favorite Southern California region, having lived in Poway for seven years previously. The location was ideal with easy access to Del Mar, Encinitas, La Jolla, Interstate 5, and all the other wonderful places in the San Diego area. The condo overlooked Solana Beach with a location where daily from sunup to sundown, surfers filled the sea and dogs from nearby dog beach chased one another in and out of the waves. The condo (with covered parking) was very accessible from Via de la Valle, and also had a beautiful pool, hot tub and easy access to the beach. The condo was fully furnished, including beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys (if you have kiddos) and anything else needed for a great day at the beach. We like to cook, and enjoyed all the kitchen amenities. There were a couple of cabinets that needed a little work on the latches and a sliding screen door that kept jumping its track, but the view and the attached balcony made those small flaws easy to overlook. Ceiling fans in the bedroom and living room helped on the warmer days, so beware that there is no AC if you there when heat is expected. The location did provide some great ocean breezes. Even though some of the condo felt a little dated, it was clean, the initial supply of paper towels, etc., was sufficient for the week and free access to the complex's laundry was a nice added benefit. It was also nice knowing the management team was just up the street should we have any special issues (which we did not!) Sea La Vie was a wonderful escape in a beautiful location!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Beach Getaway
It was a great relaxing vacation!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Solana Beach get a way
Our rental with Stubbs was fantastic. They were always there to answer questions, and the process was very fast and efficient.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Stay Week of September 10-17, 2022
Overall, it was good. David and Jennifer at Stubbs Realty were extremely helpful in getting me settled in.
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars
Room with a view...
Very nice apartment with an awesome Pacific view. We found everything we need for a beach vacation. We will definitely come back next year.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Location, location
This was a comfortable, nicely located one-bedroom unit from which guests can both enjoy ocean views and easily access the pool and beach. It was well-equipped. We would rent it again, maybe for two weeks, though the rates for the same time next year appear to be increasing by over 1/3. The cleaning regimen could be improved a bit; e.g., bedroom rug and closet had significant dirt on and in them. I understand the owners will be renovating the unit. While it may be considered slightly tired, the unit is after all a beach “house,” which shouldn’t be held to the same standard as other rentals.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful and Relaxing Week Away
What a beautiful and perfect place to stay! From the incredible view to the amazing proximity to the ocean/beach to the attention from Stubbs (the rental company), we enjoyed every minute of our stay. We highly recommend Sea La Vie (and Stubbs).
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Stunning ocean view
The location was terrific, enjoyed each day, sunsets were spectacular. Very relaxing vacation.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Winter 2022
We have rented DMST17 for 13 of the past 15 years through Stubbs. It has been our winter home away from home.We have been well pleased with the overall service. Great location.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Definitely coming back!
We stayed in this rental for a week, and absolutely will do it again. Fantastic location, spectacular view, quiet area. The condo was extremely well stocked with everything you could possibly want. The Stubbs rental staff were incredibly receptive and helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this unit, as well as working with Stubbs Vacation Rentals. We'll be back next year!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Sea La Vie was Fantastic
Really enjoyed this ocean side condo which was beautifully decorated and fully equipped. Was able to provide a full Christmas family experience in this fantastic location.
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you so much, Weldon! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you and your family again soon.Loved It!
Del Mar Shores 17 is a beautiful place in an amazing location! It was incredibly well equipped and very clean. This is such a wonderful place, thank you for everything!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
More Than We Were Looking For
Bo had experienced a software issue that had a slight impact on us. To our supreme delight Bo did everything he could and over delivered on getting this little glitch to be nothing and ultimately, because of his service, my family and I had a fantastic stay at the place. Thanks Bo!
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
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