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Explore 60 holiday rentals in Carlsbad

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Carlsbad holiday rentals start at $134 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
60 of Carlsbad holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Carlsbad rentals

4.9 Average rating
Carlsbad stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated Guesthouses in Carlsbad
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Private Carlsbad lagoon getaway. Stunning escape.
Private getaway with Incredible ocean, lagoon and Mountain View’s from your own hidden hilltop space in the most sought after location of beautiful Carlsbad. A stunning yard equipped with fireplace and BBQ, 1bedroom1bath with full kitchen laundry HVAC, a living room with 55in TV, all separate from the main house. Just a short walk to lagoon where kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing can be enjoyed. Less than a mile away from the ocean and all of what Carlsbad’s wonderful downtown has to offer.

Private, Bright Bungalow Suite. Heron’s Nest
RNTL035081-2025 Welcome to The Heron's Nest of Encinitas. Private guest suite/studio for two (Separate/Private entrance) perched atop our home. Microwave, Fridge, Keurig Coffee, Tea Kettle, Toaster Oven, Queen Casper Nova Bed, Living area with smart TV, Lovely Bathroom & Elevated porch with chairs. The location is 1.0 walk to Beacon's Beach, or 1.8 mile by car. We attract local and migratory wild birds with feed & water. Central to all of Encinitas & public trans. EV-charging not available.

Oceanside Coastal Home - Romantic, Relaxing, & Fun
Dream vacation home less than a mile to ocean! Perfect for couples, solo adventurers, & business travelers (not intended for children). Comfy home w/full kitchen, ceiling fans, cable tv in living room & bedroom, & outdoor shuffleboard. Beach chairs, umbrellas & boogie boards. Level 2 EV Charger across street. Perfect for private getaway & making memories. Private parking steps from entrance. Speedy internet: 333mbps. To support family & guests with allergies, we cannot allow any animals inside.

Solana Little House Charmer
Enjoy coastal living at it's finest in this completely gutted and beautifully furnished casita. Fully detached and private with it's own separate entrance, this unit is light with a private courtyard with a gorgeous fire pit and landscaping. Mini split systems cool/heat the unit and the bath has a washer/dryer combo for all your living needs. West of I-5, this casita's location could not be more ideal, as you are a bike ride away from beautiful beaches, the Del Mar racetrack, Flower Hill Mall.

"Inn Bloom" on Fire Mountain
Clean, family-friendly 2-bedroom charmer. Rates vary per seasons/holidays/weekends. (Returning guests=discount) $160-$180 bedrooms, Cal king bed and queen bed) Kitchen, living room, private fenced yard, plenty of parking. Free Wifi, shared gardens. Owner's home is attached, but separate. Near freeways: (I-5, 76, 78), shopping, restaurants, movie theaters, gyms. Five-minute/2 mile drive to beach! 10 minutes to Legoland 10+ minutes to Harbor and Pier 15 minutes to Camp Pendleton

Ocean Blue Vista One-Bedroom Private Guest House
Brand New one bedroom guesthouse with private entrance and private patio. Modern design, fully furnished, and fully equipped kitchen. One bedroom with a queen bed and in the living room a pull out sofa bed. Street parking in front of the property. Points of interest: -Downtown Vista (5 minutes away) with restaurants, shops, movie theater, and breweries. -Beaches (10-15 minutes away) -Legoland (20 minutes) -Safari Park (45 minutes) -Camp Pendleton (15 minutes) -San Diego (40 minutes)

Cozy Coastal Casita
**Recently updated**This 526 square ft. dream vacation guest house featuring 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a fenced private patio. The guest house is fully equipped with everything you will need, including heating/ac, ceiling fans, streaming TV with YouTube TV in living room & bedroom, a washer and dryer, a full kitchen completely equipped, a living area, and everything you need for a day of adventure at the beach. There is a full spa-inspired bathroom with a beautiful walk-in shower.

Spacious 1BD Casita - Sleeps 6 - Kitchen - Laundry
Private garden guest house 9 miles from the beach and LegoLand. Take a step inside your own personal oasis. Separate entrance, very private guest house (1,000 Square feet) Very peaceful and quiet family neighborhood- sleeps up to 5/6 guests comfortably. Solar lighting throughout garden and drought resistant landscaping. Located on a quite culde-sac street perfect for easy access parking and safe for families to stay. You own private garden and entrance. Bring the whole family!

Spa Tub for 2 | Private Lux Oasis | 20 min 2 Beach
Private Zen Oasis in Vista — Romantic Spa Retreat for Two TCB Groves is a top 1% rated private suite designed for couples seeking relaxation and connection. Perfect for romantic getaways, anniversaries, and special celebrations. Nestled on 1.5 lush acres just minutes to beaches, wineries, and dining. Enjoy an oversized soaking tub for two with mood lighting, organic bubble bath, bamboo bedding, kitchenette, and a quiet, peaceful, no-party retreat made for unforgettable stays.

The Little Blue Whale
A two story beach guest house located just a short walk away from the ocean in the beautiful South Oceanside. This beautiful residence is a short walk from local coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, parks, and a quiet beach area. Carlsbad Village is also located within a mile of the property. It has easy access to both the 5 freeway and highway 78. The Coaster train station is also nearby which provides transportation to areas from Oceanside to San Diego and much more.

Beach Rock Retreat - Private Encinitas Guesthouse
Enjoy San Diego’s North Coast in this tropical PRIVATE Encinitas guesthouse centrally located from beautiful BEACHES, world-class GOLF courses, upscale shopping, and amazing restaurants. Beach Rock Guesthouse offers plenty of PRIVACY in all directions from its SECOND STORY comfortable living space. At 780 sq. ft., it's quiet and airy with lots of LIGHT and everything you need to relax or work in COMFORT during your stay. Short Term Rental City Permit # RNTL-007659-2018

Beach City Bungalow
Detached 400 sf studio with full kitchen, private redwood deck, and own entrance/parking. Just a mile to the coast, the house is a 15-20 minute walk to the beach and a 25-minute walk into Encinitas, a classic beach surf town. Restaurants, live music, and quaint shops line nearby Highway 101. The large tropical garden has walking paths and seating areas perfect to relax in. The property is a true oasis! City of Encinitas business license #RNTL-007530-2017.
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Ridge Retreat in Vista

Vacation Paradise-Heated Pool+Hot Tub+FirePit+EV

Peaceful, Private, Coastal Retreat

Casita Sol Vista-Private Guest House w/King Bed

Somerset Cottage romantic king bed with spa & pool

Posh Guest House ~ Pool, Spa, Pickleball & Tennis

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Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.
Guesthouses with a patio

Beach views for 2! Jacuzzi, fire pit

Moonrise Cottage at Buena Terra Lavender Farm

La Jolla Private Guest House Ocean, Bay, City View

Quiet country casita 30 min. from the beach

Keighley Guest Apartment (balcony w/views, A/C)

Guest house with ocean views and private deck.

Santorini-Inspired Cottage w/ Hot Tub + Views

Peaceful retreat, private, beautiful views
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*BEAUTIFUL* Sunny Home in Golden Hill
Charming Seashell Cottage Overlooking Garden

Rancho Relaxo / Spacious Detached Guest House

Luxury Casita • Pool, Hot Tub & Gardens

Beautiful Historic Home and Gardens Near Downtown!

South Mission Beach Zen-Like Studio

Beautiful San Diego getaway!

Close to the city; closer to nature
When is the best time to visit Carlsbad?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $243 NZD | $234 NZD | $236 NZD | $243 NZD | $243 NZD | $243 NZD | $253 NZD | $251 NZD | $248 NZD | $243 NZD | $234 NZD | $243 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 23°C | 24°C | 24°C | 21°C | 17°C | 14°C |
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