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The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside

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A beach with a pier extending into calm waters during sunset. - The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside (Oceanside)
A modern kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and a built-in sink. There is a balcony with a glass door and a view of the street. - The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside (Oceanside)
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A coastal residential area with houses, palm trees, and a clear sky. - The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside (Oceanside)
Close to Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Beach, The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside provides a water park, laundry facilities, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

1 bathroomSleeps 214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

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About this property

The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside

  • Welcome to The Shining Sea! This newly renovated mini Oceanview studio offers a cozy and inviting escape just steps from the beach in Downtown Oceanside. The studio features a comfortable sleeping area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a relaxing living space with stunning ocean views. Take a short stroll to nearby restaurants, shops, and the historic Oceanside Pier. With modern amenities including Wi-Fi and complimentary laundry facilities, The Shining Sea is your ideal seaside retreat.

    Please note: this property does not include A/C. The unit stays comfortable through cross ventilation, fans, and the coastal ocean breeze typical of the area.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 151 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Townsite, a neighborhood in Oceanside, this condo is near theme parks. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oceanside Beach and Carlsbad State Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider The Camp Store and The Landings. Parasailing and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Oceanside travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with palm trees, people, and a lighthouse in the distance.
    Oceanside Strand Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a pier.
    Oceanside Pier
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A pier with lights reflecting on the water at sunset.
    Oceanside Beach
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buccaneer Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocean's Eleven Casino
    3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center
    5 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Camp Coffee
    8 min walk
  • The Rooftop Bar
    7 min walk
  • Finney's Crafthouse
    10 min walk
  • Haunted Head Saloon
    10 min walk
  • 333 Pacific
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside located?

Located in Townsite, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Oceanside Strand Beach and Oceanside Pier. Buccaneer Beach and Regal Oceanside are also within 10 minutes. Oceanside Transit Center is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for one

Comfy bed, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love everything about the property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No, couldn’t get in, door was jammed. That’s ok, wasn’t even close as advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026