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.

Carlsbad Village Accommodations:
More vacation resort lodging available in this area:
Carlsbad Beach Inn Resort
Carlsbad AmericaSuites
Carlsbad Beach Terrace Hotel
Carlsbad Beachview Hotel
Carlsbad Comfort Inn
Carlsbad Extended Stay
Carlsbad Homewood Suites
Carlsbad Mirabella Inn
Carlsbad Seabreeze Resort
Carlsbad Surf Motel

Hawaiian Island Getaway
One of the most popular tourism destinations in the world is the Hawaiian Islands. Local attractions include touring royal palaces, miles of beautiful beaches and polynesian cultural entertainment venues.

Carlsbad Village captures the romantic charm of New England and Mediterranean style architecture located on one of Southern California's quieter beachfronts. Take the Carlsbad Village Dr exit from I-5 and head straight to the beach. Also nearby are the Carlsbad Flower Fields which has the best viewing in April. The village is home to a lot of gift and antique shops.

Enjoy a great walking tour here. Carlsbad Village has the ambiance of a small town center with tree covered streets and lots of shopping ventures. It even has that small town train station with several daily stops by the Coaster. The heart of the tour starts at the train station and meanders east along Grand Ave and returning on Carlsbad Village Dr. [BRH]



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Tour Carlsbad Beaches & Lagoons
This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular, especially in summer. There area also three major wetland habitats.

Tour Carlsbad Ranch
This commercial district is located in the heart of the city and is home to such fine attractions as Legoland, The Flower Fields, The Museum of Making Music, Crossings Golf Course, and the Gemological Institute Several of the finest resort hotels in California are also located here.

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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 South Carlsbad - This portion of the Carlsbad is home to upscale resort residential communities, famous golf resorts,and precious natural habitat.
Encinitas California - North County Beach City - Recreation and Attractions - Home to Quail Gardens and Moonlight Beach
Tour Oceanside California - Visitors love Oceanside's pleasant climate, miles of Pacific beachfront, cultural activities, and its historic pier, mission and harbor.

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort 3075 Carlsbad Boulevard , Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Junction of Carlsbad Blvd and Carlsbad Village Drive; Located steps away from the beach in the historic Carlsbad Village, the Carlsbad Inn offers a wonderful vacation setting for the entire family. Most guestrooms have balconies, all have refrigerators and some have fireplaces or magnificent views of the beautiful garden and the Pacific Ocean.

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.

Adventure Tip: A Night in Carlsbad Village Start at the junction of Carlsbad Village Drive and Carlsbad Blvd (Coast Hwy) where you are across the street from several great restaurants. In the evenings, some of them feature live entertainment. Before or afternoon you can either head 1 block west to the beach or go east into the heart of Carlsbad Village with the feel of a historic small town with tree covered streets and all sorts of antique shops and galleries.

Carlsbad Aviara Resort 7100 Four Seasons Point, Carlsbad, CA 92009; Location: Overlooking Batiquitos Lagoon This 329 guestroom resort is one of Southern California's finest vacation experiences. The Carlsbad Aviara Resort offers casual elegance in a natural setting accented by wildlife and wildflowers. Guests may discover an extensive spa, the area's finest dining choices and Arnold Palmer-signature golf. The guestrooms at the Carlsbad Aviara Resort feature Spanish Colonial architecture that is designed to harmonize with the surrounding landscape. Each of the unusually spacious guestrooms and suites includes a furnished balcony or terrace, where guests can enjoy Aviara’s natural beauty.

Carlsbad Inns of America
Ocean and beach within walking distance. This lodge also offers free high speed Internet, free continental breakfast, outdoor heated pool, and business center.

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Village Faire Mall
300 Carlsbad Village Blvd, Carlsbad, CA; Mall Website; Open Daily;
Located in the heart of the historic village of Carlsbad, with its New England-style architecture with a Caribbean flare, this enclave of over 33 restaurants, shops and services surrounds a pleasant fountain courtyard with plenty of benches for relaxing.

Shopping Adventures in Carlsbad Village
Major attractions in the Village:
Children's Discovery Museum - Closed July 2006
Farmers Market - Every Wed & Sat 1-5PM on Roosevelt Street and Grand Ave - Fresh Produce ~ Flowers ~ Live Music ~ Arts & Crafts ~ Food & Fun
Carlsbad Village Business Association -
Beehive Waxing Salon - Petite specialty waxing salon
Bwarie Gift Baskets - the ultimate gift for all occassions
Anna Cabo Art Glass
Carlsbad Gourmet - Strawberries by the sea - fresh made preserves
Digital Sweat Shop -
Jewelry by the Sea - Fine art and jewelry
Kassebaum Photography -
Mulloys Jewelry -
Ohana's Creations - Beautiful flowers for every occasion
Mystical Dragon - gift ideas

Historic Magee Park - Carlsbad Village
200 Beech St, Carlsbad; Tours: Sat/Sun 1-5PM;
Enchanting 2.5 acre park located downtown at Beech and Garfield Streets. Adjacent to Heritage Hall, a 1926 vintage town meeting hall and the Magee House. Surrounding the museum are a variety of old fashion gardens that attempt to demonstrate Carlsbad's agricultural past. All of the gardens are maintained through the combined volunteer efforts of the Arboretum Society, the Carlsbad Historical Society and the North Coastal Rose Group, as well as city staff.
Carlsbad Historical Society

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.

Carlsbad Beach Terrace Inn
2775 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008;
Location: Downtown Carlsbad Village by the Beach
Beach Terrace Inn is the only vacation hotel located directly on the beach in Carlsbad and features 49 distinctive one-bedroom guestsuites. The resort is offering magnificent ocean front and ocean view rooms along with a private balcony. Each of our one-bedroom suites is equipped with a kitchenette, fireplace, and private balcony. Guests will appreciate the newly renovated Pool Terrace Building which overlooks our refreshing beach level pool as well as the Pacific Ocean.

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Carlsbad Comfort Inn
3700 Pio Pico Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008;
Location: Tamarack Avenue Exit from I-5 Freeway
This Carlsbad Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Carlsbad where there is a variety of boutiques and delicious restaurants. Nearby attractions include the seasonal Carlsbad Flower Fields and Legoland. Carlsbad contains everything from historical museums, golf parks, and shopping malls.

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Carlsbad Sheraton Resort Hotel
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.

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Restaurant Dining in Carlsbad Village
Find many unique dining adventures here:
Ocean House in Carlsbad - Formerly Neimans Restaurant - fine dining, live entertainment and banquets inside the 112-year-old historic Victorian mansion
Le Passage French Bistro - Carlsbad Village
Vinaka Cafe - Carlsbad Village
Fish House Vera Cruz - Carlsbad Village
Greek Village Taverna - Dine, drink and dance in the Greek fashion.
Pizza Port - Tasty Grub & Grog
Vigilucci's Cantina - Family of Fine Italian Restaurants
The Armenia Cafe - Breakfast, lunch or dinner near the beach.
Tom Giblin's Irish Pub - enjoy the atmosphere of an authentic Irish pub
The Daily News Cafe at the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Cilantro Live - Raw Organic and Vegan meals
Fresco Trattoria - Fine Italian
Las Olas Mexican Restaurant - Great Mexican Food served by a friendly crew.
King's Fish House Carlsbad - Fresh Seafood Locally Caught

Art Boutiques in Carlsbad Village
Find many unique shopping adventures here:
Ivanffy Uhler Gallery - New Art Gallery in the Village

Carlsbad Village Theatre
2822 State Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008; 760-720-2460; Theater Website;
A multi-purpose auditorium that provides a unique historical venue for a variety of live entertainment, cinema, business and community events. The 294-seat Theatre was built in 1927 and is located in the popular Carlsbad Village commercial area.

New Village Theater Arts
2787-B State Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008; 760-433-3245; Theater Website;
New Village Arts is Carlsbad's award-winning professional theatre. Now beginning its seventh season of plays, New Village Arts has become known for outstanding ensemble work and intensely thrilling productions. Founded by graduates of the Actors Studio Drama School, New Village celebrates the power and passion of the artist in an intimate indoor space, and then brings the show outdoors for the Free Shakespeare in the Park in August.

Carlsbad Village Street Faire [MAY/NOV]
First Sunday in both May and November; Festival Website;
Location: Carlsbad Village Dr & Carlsbad Blvd;
Shuttle: Sears at Westfield Plaza Camino Real;
The Village Faire features over 850 unique vendors with a little of everything: arts & crafts, antiques, unique clothing, items from around the world, and more. Children's rides, an international food center, and an old-fashioned pancake breakfast guarantee that you'll find fun for the whole family!

Carlsbad Art in the Village [AUG]
2nd Sunday in August; Festival Website;
Location: Carlsbad Village Dr & Carlsbad Blvd;
Browse over 200 of the finest arts and crafts vendors in the most beautiful of settings in the Village of Carlsbad, just two blocks from the beach. Art in the Village highlights fine art, sculpture, photography, ceramics and handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing and wood crafts. Live onstage soft jazz music helps to cultivate a leisurely atmosphere of the arts.

Carlsbad Rotary Oktoberfest - First Weekend in October
Holiday Park, Carlsbad Village; Festival Website;
Annual event since 1982 will feature German food, live music, polka dancing, face painting, antique fire engines and a giant pumpkin patch.

Farmers Market in Carlsbad Village
2930 Roosevelt Street (Between Grand and Carlsbad Village Dr);
Every Wed: 1PM-5PM and Saturday: 9AM-1PM; Market Website;
Enjoy the fresh and fabulous delights you'll find at the Carlsbad Village Farmers' Market, located in the heart of the Village. In addition to our fresh produce, flowers, plants and foods, check out our cottage-business craft vendors selling designer jewelry, sea shell crafts, stained glass items, handcrafted fashions and natural skin care products.

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 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.