Carlsbad Beach Vacation Home Rentals
Stay luxurious vacation homes, some located right on the beach. Many feature a peace of history. Non-Smoking and fully equipped with appliances. Nightly and weekly rates are both available.

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Tour Carlsbad Village - This place captures true romantic charm of New England and Mediterranean style architecture while located adjacent to one of California's quieter beachfronts.
Tour Carlsbad Ranch - This commercial district is located in the heart of the city and is home to such fine attractions.
Tour South Carlsbad - This portion of the Carlsbad is home to upscale resort residential communities, famous golf resorts,and precious natural habitat.
Tour Carlsbad Beach - Oceanfront adventures, watersports, and lagoon wildlife refuges.
Encinitas California - North County Beach City - Recreation and Attractions - Home to Quail Gardens and Moonlight Beach

South Carlsbad Accommodations:
More vacation resort lodging available in this area:
Carlsbad Sheraton Hotel
Carlsbad Palisades Resort
Carlsbad Seapoint Resort
Carlsbad La Quinta Inn
Carlsbad Hilton Garden Inn
Carlsbad Ramada Suites
Carlsbad Holiday Inn
Carlsbad Inns of America
Carlsbad Beach West Inn

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Located on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the junction of I-5 freeway and Palomar Airport Rd, the Flower Fields transform each year into a giant 50-acre rainbow of country when millions of brightly colored Ranunculus blossoms come to life. The Flower Fields is one of the very few places in the world where the general public is invited to walk down guided pathways. Guests experience the brilliant yellow, orange, soft rose, pink, red and white flowers glistening in the sun.

The Flower Fields also include a majestic rose garden and a wide range of flowering garden plants for sale. There are also some unique art projects onsite for public viewing.

Floral cultivation in Carlsbad was started in 1923 by Luther Gage and Frank Frazee. World leading producer of thousands of ranunculus. Nearby fields produce upto 90 percent of the world's flowering poinsettia plants.

The best time to come here is in the spring when the 50 acres turn into a rainbow of pink, gold, red, orange, white and other bright colors. Visitors can buy flowers and other flowering garden plants at a significant discount over retail price. [BRH]

Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
5600 Avenida Encinas, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008; (760) 930-9123; Fields Website;
In Season: Mid-March to Late-May;
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Carlsbad Strawberry Fields
Cannon Rd and Paseo Del Norte;
Open Daily 9AM-6PM during strawberry season;
Giant commercial field that is visible from the I-5 Freeway at Cannon Rd (Legoland exit) that lets you pick your own berries (seasonal Apr-Jun). They also feature wholesale produce to the public.
Carlsbad Strawberry Fields - Strawberries by the Sea

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Flower Capital of the World - Encinitas CA
Encinitas is famous as the "Flower Capital of the World" and is home to an extensive collection of fine nurseries and gardens. Several of these wholesalers and retailers will ship fresh cut flowers to any destination in the world. This industry started with the poinsettias of Paul Ecke Ranch and has since grown to include many horticulture greenhouse operations.

Museum of Making Music - Carlsbad Ranch
Exhibits date back to 1890 to trace this history of innovations in popular music. Over rare 450 musical instruments on display in a 6,500 sq. ft. exhibit space divided into five major themes.

Tour Legoland California
Only themepark of its kind in America, over 40 major rides and attractions in the bright Legobrick colors. Designed primarily to give a fun educational play experience to young children ages 2-12. The many attractions, rides, shows and play areas feature the bright cheerful Lego colors and toys. Play activities include driving electric cars, boats and aircraft and to explore many fantasy settings.

Poinsettia Festival - Encinitas [NOV]
Annual event since 1978 with over 400 special vendors presenting music, arts and crafts. This premier North County holiday shopping event features the Flower Capital Pavilion and toga parade.

San Diego International Floral Trade Center
5600 Avenida Encinas Carlsbad, CA 92008-4452; 760-438-5595; Center Website;
A supermarket for florists and floral retailers. The Floral Trade Center is not open to the public.

Carlsbad Palisades Resort Hotel 5805 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Junction of Armada Dr and Palomar Airport Rd Carlsbad's Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel is a world-class hotel and timeshare resort with magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean. It is situated adjacent to both the beautiful Flower Fields and the amazing Legoland California theme park. With luxurious furnishings and a complete array of resort amenities, this California Resort will offer a family vacation experience everyone can appreciate. Guests may choose between deluxe hotel rooms or vacation condos.

Carlsbad La Costa Resort & Spa Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009; La Costa Resort and Spa is legendary among spa aficionados and professional and amateur golf and tennis players. The resort has hosted PGA tour events for nearly forty years and it is the site of the World Golf Championships -Accenture Match Play Championship. Its tennis center, home of the Acura Classic Tournament, regularly plays host to the marquee names in tennis. La Costa's two championship golf courses have also been enhanced. The entire resort, linked by walkways and washed in color by lush vegetation and gardens, enjoys a village-like ambience. Carlsbad La Costa Resort features newly re-designed guestrooms and suites. Room comforts include crisp bed linens and plush terry robes to a signature line of personal care and bath products. .

Carlsbad Beachview Lodge 3180 Carlsbad Boulevard , Carlsbad, CA 92009; Scenic ocean views of the Pacific coastline make this resort hotel in Carlsbad, California the perfect vacation spot. The Best Western Beach View Lodge is located near Carlsbad State Beach and the Seaside Promenade in Carlsbad with easy access to major southern California attractions. Hotel guests will enjoy visiting the many sidewalk cafes, shops and restaurants along the beach promenade.

Carlsbad Hilton Garden Inn 6450 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, CA 92009; Location: Junction of Coast Highway and Palomar Airport Road This Beach resort features a blufftop location with romantic views of the Pacific Ocean. Hilton Guest Rooms Feature: *GSS Sleep System Beds Available Upon Request *Ocean View room types available *Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access *Complimentary High-Speed Wireless Internet Access *Complimentary 24-Hour Business Center

Carlsbad Courtyard Marriott 5835 Owens Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Palomar Airport Road near Airport Entrance This Marriott Courtyard hotel surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make business and leisure travel easy. Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad's business district, yet minutes to local beaches, Legoland, premier outlet shopping, dining and other area attractions. The hotel offers a warm and modern decor, including newly renovated lounge with plasma tv, updated Courtyard Cafe serving breakfast daily and 24-hour fitness center.

Carlsbad Olympic Resort 6111 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Juntion of Palomar Airport Road and El Camino Real This California Vacation Resort offers the ultimate combination of luxurious surroundings and recreational opportunities for active business and family travelers. The resort is designed to make any stay, from a family vacation to a weekend getaway, to a business trip, as enjoyable as possible. And the hotel's business guests always appreciate our top facilities for executive meetings, conferences, or conventions.

Carlsbad Holiday Inn 850 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Adjacent to Carlsbad Flower Fields The hotel with the famous windmill landmark. The Carlsbad Holiday Inn features 150 spacious and comfortable guest rooms each with private balcony or patio, complimentary wireless Internet, microwaves & refrigerators. Several cool restaurants are adjacent to Hotel including Ruby's Diner, Islands and TGI Fridays. Only one mile to Legoland California, Crossings Golf Course, Museum of Making Music, Gemological Institute, Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall and Pacific Ocean Beaches.