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
Tour Carlsbad Sports - Golf, Beaches, Races and much more.
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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

Carlsbad Sheraton Resort Hotel 5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Cannon Road Exit from I-5 Freeway This new upscale luxury resort opens in February 2008 and is positioned to become the most exciting property in Southern California. It is situated on a hilltop looking towards the Pacific Ocean and adjacent to both Legoland California and the Crossings Golf Course. The resort has eleven large banquet rooms and is the largest meeting facility for San Diego North County area and is closeby to the Carlsbad Ranch business district. Over 25,000 square feet of meeting and conference facilities.

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.

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.

Museum of Making Music - Carlsbad Ranch
5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008; (877) 551-9976; Museum Website;
Open: Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM;
Located at the headquarters of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) next to Legoland;
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. Research library and archives are also available. Their goal is to preserve, exhibit and promote the history of the music products industry. Ask about guided tours.



Biplace, Air Combat and Warbird Adventures - Palomar Airport
Palomar Airport, 1-800-SKY-LOOP; Attraction Website;
Palomar Airport Barnstorming airplace rides - Try the Top Dog Air Combat or Warbird Loops and Rolls. Fly over flower fields, coast & beaches, inland over orchards & vineyards. Each flight can be more thrilling than a roller-coaster or gentle as a featherbed.

K1 Speedway - Carlsbad CA
6212 Corte Del Abeto, Carlsbad, CA 92009; (760) 929-2225; Speedway Website;
Experience the thrill of wheel to wheel racing in high-performance Italian karts! 1Speed is the largest indoor karting facility on the west coast. Their 75,000 sq.ft. facility has over 2000 feet of racing excitement! Adult, Junior and Competition state of the art carts with 20HP engines (capable of upto 120 km/hr) instead of the typical 6.5 engines.

Tour Carlsbad Flower Fields
Located on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Flower Fields transform each year into a giant 50-acre rainbow of country when millions of brightly colored Ranunculus blossoms come to life.

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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 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: Palomar Airport Road Exit from I-5 Freeway; 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.

Carlsbad Homewood Suites
2223 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009;
Location: Near Airport
The brand new Carlsbad Homewood Suites resort hotel is centrally located near the extensive Carlsbad business parks and the city's landmark attractions. This California Hotel features 145 brand new guestsuites with separate living and sleeping areas and a fully-equipped kitchen. These new one- and two-bedroom suites feature all the comforts of home including a sofa sleeper, two TVs with on-demand movies, phones with dataports and voicemail with free local calls, hair dryer, and iron and ironing board.

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San Diego Padres - N.L. West
Come watch the Padres play in San Diego's new signature baseball park. Petco Park is located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter and opened to the public in April 2004. This facility, which includes some quirky features and a 95-year-old warehouse, is sure to a hit a home run with local fans.

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Encinitas Econolodge - Moonlight Beach
This Encinitas Vacation Lodge has easy access to Moonlight Beach and is only five miles to Legoland California. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, seasonal outdoor pool, All guest rooms are equipped with refrigerators and coffee makers.

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Carlsbad Art Splash - Carlsbad Ranch [SEP]
Armada Drive; Festival Website;
Unbelievable Chalk Art Street Paintings with dozens of talented artists from Southern California. Showcased will be dozens of experienced street painters, who will over the course of the two day event, create spectacular masterpieces of chalk art and color on Armada Drive.

Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall
5620 Paseo del Norte, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008; 760-804-9000; Mall Weblink;
Mall Hours : Open daily 10AM-8PM;
With 90 stores you can find impressive savings at Banana Republic, Barneys New York, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Crate & Barrel and many more.

Carlsbad Ranch Restaurants
Local Dining Adventures
Bellefleur Restaurant - Carlsbad Outlet Mall - The Tuscan style restaurant complete with its 40ft. tower is reminiscent of the old world charm and beauty of Italy.
Ruby's Diner - Carlsbad Outlet Mall - Premier 1940's family restaurant
Karl Strauss - Palisades Resort - Restaurant and Brewery overlooking the Carlsbad Flower Fields and Legoland California.
West Steak Seafood and Spirits - Cannon Road - only the highest quality steaks, chops and seafood complimented by an outstanding wine selection.
Claim Jumper - Avenida Encinas - Favorites include USDA Prime and Choice steaks, fresh fish, rotisserie chicken, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pies, specialty salads, wood-fired pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more.
Marie Callenders - Avenida Encinas - classic restaurant and bakery
Kings Fishhouse - Carlsbad Outlet Mall - the house that seafood built.
Rubios - Carlsbad Outlet Mall - fresh Mexican grill famous for fish tacos
San Sai Japanese Grill - Carlsbad Outlet Mall -

Car Country Carlsbad
Car Country Carlsbad Several new and used car dealerships located parallel to I-5 Freeway between Poinsettia Lane and Cannon Road. Dodge, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Chevrolet, Hummer, Volvo, Hyundai, Toyota, Lincoln, Mercury, Buick, Lexus, and Ford Dealerships.
Cal Worthington Dodge -
Bob Baker Mitsubishi of Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Bob Baker Subaru of Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Weseloh Chevrolet & Hummer - New, Used & Parts
Carlsbad Volvo - New, Used & Parts
North County Hyundai - New, Used & Parts
Hoehn Motors - Mercedez-Benz, Maybach, Porsche, Audi, Infiniti, Acura, Honda, Mazda car dealerships
Toyota Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Townsend Lincoln Mercury - New, Used & Parts
Rorick Buick Cadillac - New, Used & Parts
North County GMC Pontiac - New, Used & Parts
Lexus Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Ken Grody Ford Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts

Carlsbad Hampton Inn 2229 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Located across from entrance to Palomar-McClellan Airport A brand new 94 room hotel ideal for both business and leisure travelers. The Carlsbad Hampton Inn Carlsbad hotel is centrally located near the city's landmark attractions, golf courses, airport and amazing beaches.

Carlsbad Inns of America 5010 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92009; Location: Cannon Road Exit from I-5 Freeway / 2 blocks from beach Brand new beautiful 98 suites hotel located 1/4 mile from beautiful Carlsbad Beaches, Legoland, Flower Fields, Palomar Airport, and Business Park. Interior corridor hotel offers continental breakfast, fitness center, business center, pool, spa and shuttle to Legoland. Spacious suites with kitchens, nintendo, pay per view movies, data ports, and high speed internet access.

Encinitas Portofino Inn 186 North Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024; Location: North of Encinitas Blvd junction with Coast Highway Along a historic stretch of Encinitas and just 2 blocks from legendary Moonlight beach, stands a hidden oasis of solitude for those travlers seeking a delightful atmoshere and comfortable beach-life accommodations at an affordable price.Long known for its coastal views and nostalgic feel, this oceanfront community provides the ideal backdrop for the newly remodeled Portofino Beach Inn.

Oceanside Harbor Guesthouse International Inn 1103 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054; Location: Camp Pendleton Maingate Exit from I-5 Freeway by Harbor Walking distance to beautiful Oceanside Harbor Villiage and numerous watersport activities. Conviently located less than 5 minutes from the main gate of Camp Pendleton. The Flying Bridge Restaurant overlooks the harbor and offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.

Valley Center Rincon Resort California Indian Gaming Resort 777 Harrah's Rincon Way, Valley Center, CA 92082; Rincon's tall 21-story hotel tower is a most impressive local landmark. There area 653 spacious guestrooms for you to choose from, including 101 vacation suites. Each room features one king or two queen size beds, a large luxury bath with tub and a separate glass-enclosed shower. Other amenities include in-room guest safes and high-speed Internet access. Guests can also take advantage of our dry cleaning and laundry services, mail service and fitness room. This resort frequently pulls in many big name acts for special live performances throughout the year and at its outdoor summer concert series.

The Crossings Golf Course
5800 The Crossings Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008; 760-444-1800; Course Website;
Location: Eastside of Legoland California and Carlsbad Sheraton Resort;
Named for five landmark bridge that cross various scenic hazards on the course, the Crossings features views of the sparkling blue Pacific Ocean to the west and the Southern California Peninsular Mountain Ranges in the distance to the east. This state-of-the-art, 18-hole championship municipal golf course and event facility offers visitors magnificent views and a relaxing natural environment. Developed and owned by the City of Carlsbad, this public course is nestled among more than 1,000 acres of Carlsbad's coastal terrain and natural habitat. It's home to wetlands, sage brush and other plant, animal and bird life.

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Rancho Carlsbad Golf Course
Rancho Carlsbad, one of the finest manufactured home communities in California, is a 504-space property with a 18-hole golf course.

Carlsbad Golf Center
CGC proudly serves as the practice home of aspiring professional golfers and several local high school teams.

Moonlight Beach Encinitas Inn Best Western Resort Hotel 85 Encinitas Boulevard Deluxe service Encinitas hotel situated just off of Interstate 5 in California in close proximity to Moonlight Beach. This Best Western Resort Hotel is located atop the bluffs in Encinitas and comes with every amenity to make guests feel at home. The hotel provides easy access to Moonlight Beach and all beach recreation. Guests will also find themselves close to many local attractions including the Carlsbad Flower Fields and the Quail Botanical Gardens.

Moonlight Beach Days Inn - Encinitas 85 Encinitas Boulevard The Moonlight Beach Days Inn is conveniently located off the I-5 on Encinitas Blvd. between Los Angeles and San Diego. This vacation property is in close proximity to Legoland and all major San Diego attractions. Spacious two room suite featuring a king size bed, a pull-out couch (queen bed), coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, and color TV with remote. Hotel offers a sparkling heated outdoor pool and sun deck for your enjoyment.

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Del Mar Racetrack & Fairgrounds
The racetrack was famous for years as a favorite hangout for many Hollywood celebrities including Bing Crosby and Jimmy Durante. Race Season runs from Late July to Early Sept annually.

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Carlsbad Ranch Golf Business
"Golf Manufacturing Capitol of the World"
Noteworthy distinction that Carlsbad has earned by hosting the headquarters offices of the following distinquished golf equipment manufacturing firms including Callaway, Taylor Made, Top Flite and Sonartec.
Callaway Golf Company
TaylorMade Golf - A golf industry technology leader since 1979 - subsidiary of Adidas-Salomon
Top-Flite Golf Co - world's second largest golf ball maker
Sonartec - a fairway wood manufacture / driving cavity developer

Floral Trade Center
5600 Avenida Encinas Carlsbad, CA 92008-4452; 760-438-5595; Center Website;
Open Mon-Fri: 6AM-1PM
A supermarket for florists and flower retailers. The Floral Trade Center is not open to the public. You need to be a retail florist or floral retailer to purchase here.

General Business Operations
Major businesses:
Colors Gourmet Pizza - Distibutor of fine foods in San Diego Co
Tropical Fruit Trees Nursery -
Grand Pacific Resorts - Resort and Hotel Management Co.
24 Hour Fitness - Operator of Chain of Fitness Centers
Invitrogen - Life Science Research Center
Yulex Corporation - world's leading resource in manufacturing and marketing a safe, natural rubber latex for medical products.
Pulse~LINK's - Developer of Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology
Document Sciences - dynamic content publishing solution

McClellan-Palomar Airport [KCRQ]
2198 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA; 760-431-4646;
County Municipal Airport first started operations in 1959. United Express and America West provide regular commercial service.
Runway 6 - 4897 x 150 ft. / 1493 x 46 m
Runway 24 - 4897 x 150 ft. / 1493 x 46 m
Airport Weblink
Palomar Airport Association - general-interest, public-benefit community service organization for pilots and non-pilots alike, for Palomar-McClellan Airport (KCRQ).
Great Circle Aviation - Private Air Charter Service

Gemological Institute of America [GIA]
5345 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, California 92008; 760-603-4000; Institute Weblink;
Since 1931, this organization has worked to become the world's foremost educational authority on diamond grading and gem identification. Facilities include largest gem library, GIA School of Business and ground-breaking scientific research.

Rancho Bernardo Inn San Diego's Legendary Golf Resort and Spa Set in the San Pasqual Mountains just 25 miles north of San Diego and surrounded by 265 acres of carefully manicured golf course and lush California landscape, the Rancho Bernardo Inn features 108 holes of great golf, state-of-the-art tennis, fitness and spa facilities and two award-winning restaurants offering the finest dining experience rated highest among San Diego restaurants.

Carlsbad Residence Inn 2000 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Junction Faraday Avenue and College Avenue This beautiful Residence Inn, opened in August 1999, is the perfect place to stay when traveling to the North County Coastal area of San Diego. 121 all suite property with full kitchen, sofa sleepers, and complimentary hot breakfast daily. Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad's business district, yet minutes to local beaches, Legoland, premier outlet shopping, dining and other area attractions. Corporate travelers will also enjoy our location with easy access to all corporate facilities in Carlsbad and just one mile from Carlsbad's McClellan/Palomar Airport. Our spacious suites offer separate living and sleeping areas and fully equipped kitchens.

Carlsbad Oakwood Mirabella 2000 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Near Carlsbad Aviara Resort Mirbella at Aviara is located just down the street from the Aviara Golf Resort. It is 10 minutes away from the Carlsbad beaches. The property has a multitude of special touches. Restaurants, shopping and movie theatres are within minutes of the property. With all the comforts of home, our suites have queen beds, fully equipped kitchens, linens, VCR, TV, and custom housewares. Local phone, basic cable, weekly housekeeping and all utilities are included. Welcome home to Oakwood at Mirabella at Aviara.