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Oceanfront Retreat on Sandy Carbon Beach - Dolphin

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Relax and enjoy the ocean views from the deck
Aerial photo showing the location of vacation rental
Enjoy the panoramic views from the living room
Living room includes flat screen TV & fireplace
Beautiful cottage style living room & dining room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Malibu, CA
  • Malibu Lagoon State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Malibu Pier
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Pepperdine University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Retreat on Sandy Carbon Beach - Dolphin

The unique part about this area of Malibu is that everything is very close by! World class restaurants and several modestly priced cafes, Malibu Fitness Center, surfing lessons and rentals, kayak and diving rentals, charter a fishing or sailboat, trendy local stores for shopping and experiencing the flavor of Malibu. Enjoy the numerous hiking and biking trails in the Malibu/Santa Monica Mountains. There is a large private deck for relaxing & outdoor dining, master bedroom, Jacuzzi tub, granite counters & stainless steel appliances and garage parking accent this comfortable rental. HD Flat Screen TV's in the living room and master bedroom, BluRay and stereo system with an IPod connection. Fully equipped with a barbecue, gas range, microwave, refrigerator, washer/dryer, linens and all essentials for cooking & dining. Fireplace pictured is for decoration purposes only (not operational).

Fully equipped with all essentials: Fully equipped with a gas barbecue, gas range, microwave, refrigerator, washer/dryer, linens and all essentials for cooking & dining.

We provide all linens, towels, beach chairs and the kitchen is fully equipped, so you don't need to pack those essentials. There is also a washer & dryer on site for your convenience.
There is garage parking and the property is gated for extra privacy.

Carefree with all the electronics: You can plan for a wonderful, carefree, relaxing vacation. There are panoramic ocean views, a large deck for relaxing and dining. Steps to a dry sandy beach with an outdoor shower for washing off the sand. When you are not on the beach, you can enjoy the two flat screen HD TVs, Blu-Ray, stereo with IPod connection, CD player and Wi-Fi.

Malibu Beaches: Enjoy the beautiful beaches of Malibu. This unit is on the sand with panoramic views of the ocean and the Queens Necklace of the Santa Monica bay. It is next too world famous Surfrider Beach with a amazing view of the Malibu Pier.

We are pet friendly and there is a pet fee.

Property manager

Sea Change LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Limit is 6 persons in the vacation rental & on the deck at all times. For tranquility, no loud noises or music before 9am or after 9pm on the deck.
Parties/parties like atmospheres are not allowed. Owner reserves the right to cause Guest to forfeit the rent, security deposit & possible eviction.
Report any concerns, issues and problems to onsite staff immediately.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number STR25-0007

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Malibu

Located in Eastern Malibu, a neighbourhood in Malibu, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Annenberg Community Beach House and Ocean Avenue are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Malibu, CA

What's nearby

  • Malibu Lagoon State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Malibu Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surfrider Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carbon Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pepperdine University - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Chatsworth Station - 34 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪New Nobu Malibu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Broad Street Oyster Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Malibu Farm Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marmalade Cafe - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Retreat on Sandy Carbon Beach - Dolphin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Retreat on Sandy Carbon Beach - Dolphin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Retreat on Sandy Carbon Beach - Dolphin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Retreat on Sandy Carbon Beach - Dolphin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Eastern Malibu apartment building is just steps away from Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Malibu Lagoon State Beach. Surfrider Beach and Malibu Pier are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 151 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We had a great stay at this location. There where 4 of us, including 2 teens and we had plenty of space. Lots of kitchen items for cooking and dining as well as plenty of choice for eating out. The property is right on the beach and the waves do come right in, we loved it! Saw dolphins and sealions daily. Very easy access onto the beach, boys enjoyed surfing and we enjoyed morning walks on the beach with our coffee. Great sized balcony to enjoy the views. We would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great Location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

phillip v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sun, sea and sand

I've returned here many times. It's a great spot on top of magical Malibu carbon beach. My only concern was with some noisy long-term tenants(as I did in the past) I guess being considerate of neighbours doesn't come naturally to all. The property manager was responsive and offered generous extra free nights. Thanks!
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

thanks.

A great stay with adult kids. Amazing location My bride asks that we have a few more mirrors. I still have no idea how to turn on the tv.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tish I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean waves so soothing

Thank you once again for a lovely stay at your cottage on the beach. Great views, and relaxing sound of the waves on Carbon beach, what's not to love? Sam is a friendly helpful point person. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taro K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Malibu

Great location, property and host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Malibu get away

We loved the place it was such a great location to be right basically on the ocean! Only complaint was the bath tub I am 5ft tall and had to climb over the side of the tub to get in the shower! Other than that place was clean and location was great! We loved walking to the Malibu pier !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason E.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disgusting & misleading advertisement

The minute we approched the property the front door was damaged. Notba good sign In the property it was filthy. The floor. The patio eindows. Tables rusty. Rusty light fittings. Paint missing from bedside tables like it was 50 years old. Totally wrong adadvert VarBO should remove yhis
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat

We had such a great time at Dolphin. Beautiful location with beach right out the back door. The condo itself was clean and charming. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

All about location

The location was 5 star, but the property itself was very underwhelming… Not very clean, furniture was worn out, uncomfortable beds, smaller than expected (doesn’t fit 6 comfortably), outside smelled like cat urine. But again, the location was fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sharon c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Beachy

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location!

Ideal location for first time to Malibu! Great dining options within 5 min walk to the pier. Malibu Farms offered healthy options with indoor and outdoor seating (great view of the surfers) - a welcomed surprise! Other restaurants within walking. Pepperdine University is a 5 min drive down the street - beautiful campus with Sunday morning church service. An occasional dolphin and sea lion was spotted off our balcony and many surfers to watch near the pier. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr and Mrs

Nice,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Nannette B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Very Old

The condo floors were very dirty, pots and pans were horrible, stove top burners did not work. Floor Tiles were cracked and older people can not get into the bathtub because it is way too high. Sleep 6 but they only have 4 chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

It just doesn't get any better than this. Great views of Malibu Pier, the pacific, waves rolling under the deck. They did a great job with the interior as it's light and bright. Angel was there to great us and provide clickers for the garage and the gate. Succulents all over the property. Would stay here again for sure. Jeff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing location

This property is right on the ocean and the waves break loudly (good thing for me) and the water literally flows under the property. We kept the sliding doors open at night and the surf allowed us to sleep very well. The place has not been updated, the bed's mattress is not great, and there is no dishwasher. Otherwise, I recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun place to stay

We so enjoyed our stay. Loved being right on the ocean and even got to see dolphins! The condo was very comfortable!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

margot m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely condo on beach

Coming here for years. Great host and perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dolphin - Malibu

The Dolphin was just as advertised, just as expected. A bright welcoming and comfortable interior matched with a lustrous and breathtaking exterior right on the beach. Completely outfitted with everything you could need, it satisfied our "get away from home' needs so well. Great communication with the host, so kind and friendly. We can't wait to return there again someday soon. A++++
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location or great experience

This place was amazing and wonderful to stay at. I would definitely stay and recommend someone staying there. It was my girlfriend, son and a friend for the 3 beds and worked out perfectly. Wifi worked great and the ocean breeze and sounds were wonderful. The metal was a bit rusted in spots, but expected being on the ocean. The maintenance gentleman introduced himself and offered help where needed. Only drawback / complaint would be that the listing calls out quite/dark hours and I fully expected to comply, however, my son caught food poisoning one night and we were yelled at about quite hours, although after my response, some consideration was given. I get it, since the person lived in an apartment on the top floor probably full time as a renter or the owner, I had to take him to the hospital, so there was that. not fun. The other units are pretty close as well, so I get the consideration.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views

Has an absolutely wonderful stay. Beautiful views, nice balcony to enjoy eating and relaxing on and walking distance to restaurants and pier. Loved hearing the waves. Check in and check out process was very easy. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location!

The shower is only accessible by climbing over a three foot high and two foot wide rampart, which seems like a lawsuit waiting to happen and was pretty difficult to access. Anyone older or with any mobility problems should be aware of this. Besides that, this place is A+++! The owner and property manager are friendly and extremely helpful, and you're RIGHT on the water (which is why you are here!)- it's easily accessible and a beautiful walk. We'll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

tara f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic experience

My parents, and I stayed here with my 2 dogs & loved every moment of it :) You cannot get closer to the water/beach front vacation than this. You hear the waves and seagulls, and have the most magnificent view. It is located close to great restaurants, the Adamson House, and Whole Foods. We just left our car in the parking on the property, and walked everywhere. We cannot wait to return again! The only thing I would add is a step stool for getting into the shower. I believe due to the tub being a jacuzzi they had to make it higher, so it’s a climb to get in. People with back and hip issues would probably have a hard time, so a step stool would help. Thank you beyond measures (Mr. Angel was always accessible & wonderful)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pros and Cons

We had a fantastic time and we would definitely stay again. I feel like the cons I mention aren’t really that big of a deal and they are common in beach front properties. PROS: Price is awesome. You won’t find anything this amazing on the beach for the price. Location is nice Owner and staff are friendly Secure and convenient parking Private beach with tide pools in your backyard. We found hundreds of hermit crabs, little fish, some starfish, and some other wild life such as seals and dolphins. A seal came up to our balcony and talked to us. CONS: Ants in the bathroom (I saw about 10-15 ants randomly scattered) common in beach front properties. Sand fleas, also common but a bit of a nuisance and scary thought that they can burrow into your skin and live for 4-6 weeks in your skin. But they are common in beaches in California, they are nearly everywhere. So it’s not a big deal and they are only outside. Electrical problems: we had the heater, tvs, and lights go out a few times while we were there due to the breaker being tripped. Dated building: the building was built quite some time ago so it’s understandable it is a bit dated and worn. I didn’t mind this but I know some snobby people might be appalled at the site of rust and warped wood from the wet ocean air. To sum things up there were some minor cosmetic issues and the issues with the power but it was a fantastic home and I would love to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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