Title: Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=9154&destination=Oceanside%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=33570959&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access ## Photo gallery for Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access ![Exterior - Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access (Oceanside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571000/33570959/66ce3590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, stereo - Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access (Oceanside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571000/33570959/f7a3e223.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access (Oceanside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571000/33570959/b8c8cf92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access (Oceanside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571000/33570959/1966db38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access (Oceanside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571000/33570959/edd967a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Carlsbad State Beach, Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access provides a garden, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms2100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access Summary: Nestled in an exclusive gated community as featured in Architectural Digest, St. Malo 65 offers a seaside living experience within a fairytale-like community, built in French Normandy style. Access community amenities like tennis courts, pickleball, volleyball and more, with home amenities such as bikes, ping-pong, BBQ, and ocean view patio. The home is situated on and enchanting lake with lush grass yard and and features 4 bedrooms, 4 baths - each room with its own private entrance. The Space: Here's an overview of what to expect at our little slice of heaven... **EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW \~** • 1-min walk to private community beach cabana • Panoramic lake views + partial ocean views • High-speed wifi + dedicated workspace • Sun filled living space w/ vaulted ceilings • 55” SmartTV w/ Hulu included • Gas fireplace + central heating • 6 Bikes + tennis/pickleball rackets, frisbee • Beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels • Family-friendly: children’s toys, beach items • Yoga mat, jump rope, bands • Patio w/ seating + Weber BBQ + lake views • Level 2 ChargePoint home EV charger • Fully private & gated community • 24/7 security guard and patrol Each home in our gated community was designed with the architecture of St. Malo, France. Paved roads, great for kids, family-friendly - many say that St. Malo offers a truly unique experience; you'll forget you're literally in the heart of Southern California.......Enjoy full access to our community amenities during your stay with us: **COMMUNITY AMENITIES ACCESS \~** • 2 Tennis courts • 4 Pickleball courts • 1 Paddle tennis court • Association beach & cabana • Sand volleyball • Beachside firepit • Fully bikeable & safe With its perfect location right on the Carlsbad/Oceanside border, St. Malo 65 is a perfect home base for exploring all of which the greater Southern California region has to offer. From Legoland to nearby golfing, a ton of beautiful beaches and world-class dining, you'll have endless things to do nearby... **NEARBY ATTRACTIONS \~** • Heart of Carlsbad → 1 mile • Heart of Oceanside → 1 mile • Legoland → 6 miles • Carlsbad Outlets → 6 miles • Aviara Golf Course → 9 miles • Encinitas → 12 miles • Torrey Pines Golf Course → 20 miles • La Jolla → 27 miles • Sea World → 35 miles • San Diego Zoo → 38 miles • Newport Beach → 49 miles • Los Angeles → 85 miles **THINGS TO DO \~** • Surfing + Swimming • Fishing + Boating • Stunning Local Golf • Local Sightseeing • Yoga + Meditation + Massage • Bike The Trails • GoJump Skydiving • Explore SoCal Beach Cities Most of our favorites are a short walk or bike ride away - we'll share our full list upon arrival, and here as a resource for your entire stay! **LOCAL DINING \~** • Revolution Roasters (Coffee) → 1 mile • Beach Break Cafe (Breakfast) → 1 mile • Wrench & Rodent (Sushi) → 1 miles • Campfire (American) → 2 miles • Nicks on State (Steakhouse) → 2 miles • Jolie (French) → 2 miles • Handles (Ice Cream) → 2 miles • Shoots (Fish Tacos) → 2 miles • Bluewater Grill (Seafood) → 2 miles • Himalayan Sherpa (Ethnic) → 3 miles • Fish101 (Seafood) → 5 miles **NEARBY AIRPORTS \~** • San Diego (SAN) → 36 miles • Orange County (SNA) → 51 miles • Los Angeles (LAX) → 89 miles **FAQ \~** ➤ What do guests enjoy most? There’s really no place like St. Malo in the world....it feels like you're in a different country because the architecture is so charming. The house itself has prime position on the Buena Vista lagoon, the lush grass meets the water plus you have ocean views on the front side of the house so its just a very special vacation home. To wake up and sip coffee looking at the ocean, or meditate on in the backyard with amazing views, its the perfect place to relax and recharge. ➤ Is the area safe and good for families? Totally. It’s also great for kids. Our house is in a private, gated community with a full-time guard. The roads are paved, tons of kids (drive slow!). If you have very young children, they must be supervised at all times because the house is lakefront.. ➤ Is it good for remote workers? We have high-speed internet in every room and there's a ton of quiet areas to get work done should you need to while here on vacation. ♥ Meet your host St. Malo 65 is a family home that my grandmother built back in the '70s, and it’s a place very dear to my heart. The energy here can’t be matched outside the gates. We’re so privileged to be able to share our family’s little slice of paradise with people like you and hope that you feel at home, create lifelong memories, and know that we’ll be here for you at all times to ensure it. Every detail of our home has been thoughtfully curated with our guest experience in mind....so if you enjoy good old fashioned hospitality, you've found the right place! Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. \-Evan Haskell Guest Access: Guests will have full access to the home and community amenities subject to the Association’s published rules & regulations. Other Things to Note: » HOA requires short pre-arrival form w/ ID » Guests will check in with the security guard » Absolutely no parties or unregistered guests » Noise complaints from St. Malo homeowners may result in eviction » All guests must be registered to enter gates » No outside guests allowed without owner consent » Commercial vehicles not allowed to park inside gates (ie: sprinter vans) » No commercial photography, filming, drones allowed » House doesn't have AC (but you probably won't need it!) Layout: • 4 Bedrooms each w/ private entrance \- Master Suite #1: King bed, ensuite bathroom, ocean view \- Guest BR #2: King-size bed \- Guest BR #3: King- size bed + twin bed \- Guest BR #4: 2 Twin Beds • Fresh and clean linens + towels provided • 4 full bathrooms with bath essentials • Kitchen w/gas stove + dishwasher • Coffee maker, toaster, blender, swiss cutlery, etc. • French press, tea kettle, coffee grinder • Parking for up to 6 cars + EV Charger • Private balconies w/ lake views • Lush backyard w/ incredible melaleuca trees! • Multiple outdoor seating & dining areas • Washer + dryer (w/ detergent + dryer sheets) Interaction with Guests: While you'll have the home 100% to yourself, we'll be here every step of the way for anything you need and our support team is local. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a zoo - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as 67ad72c0e893980012b3b03a ## About the area Located in South Oceanside, a neighbourhood in Oceanside, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carlsbad State Beach and Oceanside Beach. Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and California Surf Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, cycling and horse riding. [Visit our Oceanside travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oceanside.dx9154) [View more Holiday homes in Oceanside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oceanside-Private-Holiday-Homes.d9154-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.16595%2C-117.35890&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7KVHDQUgC_m9vVF2uXUz91KsNlg=) Oceanside, CA ### What's nearby - ![A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173215/fc047199-0b8e-4c8a-95d5-f85cc53b6eef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carlsbad State Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Rode bikes from a bike shop in Carlsbad to this spot! Absolutely gorgeous! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/f139a6d5-42e5-4269-877c-7c3b32212881.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tamarack Beach 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![sunset on the ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977995949/b4d61e49-3a15-45d3-a944-0017d3a1ead6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oceanside Beach 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Saint Malo Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Magee Park 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Carlsbad Village Station 14 min walk - Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - Baba Coffee - Coffee Carlsbad 5 min drive - Coyote Bar & Grill 6 min drive - Tanner’s Prime Burgers 3 min drive - Angelo's Burgers 4 min drive - Pure Project Brewing 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access? ### What time is check-in at Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access? ### What time is check-out at Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access? ### Where is Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fairytale lakefront estate w/ full amenity access Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jake G. 11 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Great location. Quiet place. Would like to come back again ##### Jake G. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Judith P. 22 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation St Malo is a great location for multi generation family. Ocean access, lagoon views European courtyard concept of this home great for privacy in separate en suite bedrooms ##### Judith P. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent! Beautiful location and plenty of amenities for entertainment within the home. My family and I had a wonderful time celebrating my Graduation. I Definitely recommend for tranquility and relaxation! Checking in and out was very easy and host was clear, and timely in communicating instructions! ##### Brittany Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Margaret W. 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tennis getaway We picked this property for the location to the beach, tennis courts and gated security. It had 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with a central living room kitchen area. Great for us to watch movies and games together, then private bedroom and bathroom. ##### Margaret W. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn D. 28 Dec 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas Vacation Love this private community! The neighborhood looks like a fairytale. The owner is lovely and we felt very safe and comfortable. Kids loved all the trains running past the lagoon. Downstairs rooms are private and can be noisy if you're sensitive to upstairs sounds, and glad it wasn't raining because the only way upstairs is an outside staircase. Kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked. Garage has plenty of beach equipment and toys and we enjoyed the ping pong. Peek-a-boo ocean view upstairs and you can hear the waves clearly from the front rooms. No beach at high tide but there is a private sand area for the kids and you can climb over the rocks to get to the beach at low tide. Thank you, Cobe! ##### Kathryn D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### RANDY M. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Saint Malo House Always a great stay and Cobe is good to work with. The opportunity to stay in a quiet neighborhood with a private beach is worth it. ##### RANDY M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Audrey L. 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Vacation The location was wonderful! However the house is in need of maintenance and beds were old and in need of replacement. We still had a wonderful vacation as always in St.Malo. ##### Audrey L. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashely D. 1 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion It was a great private beach location. We had three couples and two kids. Everyone had their own space and bathroom. The family gathering area was perfect to relax and talk. Ping pong, beach and tennis made this location perfect. Not to mention near Torrey Pines. ##### Ashely D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### MaryMargaret B. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful St. Malo, Oceanside house I can’t say enough nice things about this house. First of all, St. Malo is a very special place. You feel like you are transported to Normandy France. The architecture makes it feel like a small village. The house was even better than the photos. They updated so you have all the modern amenities and kept the old world charm at the same time. I would recommend this for a family vacation. We will be back. ##### MaryMargaret B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher D. 17 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Vacation Very spacious property that allows for everyone in your party to have their own space. Each bedroom has it's own bath. There are four of them. Two on second floor and two on the ground level. Beautiful grassy backyard that backs up to the Buena Vista Lagoon. Rabbits, ducks, and even a baby possum visited the grassy backyard daily. Very safe and secure community that was nice to walk around and enjoy looking at the architecture. Everything you would need to prepare a meal was present. Toaster didn't work but used the toaster oven and that worked fine. Have stayed in many Vrbos and this one is, for sure, at the top of the list. Owner Cobe was very thorough with instructions about the property. Would definitely stay again in the future. ##### Christopher D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia O. 29 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Oceanside House, but not Beachside. This property in St. Mail development is beautiful and unique. We had planned to spend our family vacation at a beach, so we’re initially quite disappointed that you cannot safely access the waves from the “private beach access point.” Instead, we drove 15 min to Carlsbad beach for that. We did have fun playing with the grandchildren in the sand at the “beach club” property. From the pictures, we thought this was basically across the street from the property, but was about a block down the street. The house provided a very nice gathering/eating place as well as nice privacy and peace in the individual suites. We also had great fun playing pickle ball on the paddle court. Overall, it was delightful. We just had to adjust to the beach issues. Thank you! ##### Cynthia O. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanne H. 27 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, peaceful views in darling neighborhood We were totally impressed with this lovely home in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. The place was spotless, abundantly equipped with every amenity--kitchen, linen, beach gear, etc. The setup of the bedrooms offered even more privacy than we expected. Great for a multi-generation family. Walking distance to well-maintained tennis courts, and beach volleyball court, ping-pong table in garage and bikes all added to our activity level. The only drawback was the private beach was not one you could set up chairs and walk into the water. We drove to Carlsbad State Beach for that setup. However, if you simply want to set up a spot and look out on the ocean and listen to the surf, the private beach is fine. And speaking of looking out on water, the backyard with mature trees and expansive green grass going clear to the edge of the lagoon offered many hours of relaxation for the less athletic of us! ##### Jeanne H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay P. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### St Malo Paradise we love our stays at this amazing home, and working with the owner is a breeze. We look forward to this trip every year, and the house and its location never disappoint. ##### Lindsay P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 28 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Spot Amazing house and location. Incredible private community. ##### Robert S. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle J. 17 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect in every way!! Our family of 8 had the nicest stay in St. Malo. This property is fantastic! We especially loved the beautifully landscaped yard backing the lagoon, the private areas for each bedroom, the well appointed kitchen, and the quaint beach cottage feel. The gated community and private beach are enchanting, and everyone was so friendly. We loved riding to the beach and around the village on the bicycles, playing ping pong, and use of the beach items. Everything you could need or want is here. We were worried about not having air conditioning but the cool ocean breeze was perfect. This is our new favorite ocean vacation destination, second only to Hawaii. If you have small children who need to be supervised, this may not be the place for you. The separated private quarters for all 4 bedrooms was perfect for older children and teens, but could be an issue for children under 12\. It was perfect for our family. You also must be able to climb stairs to enter the main living area, which was also not a problem for us. ##### Michelle J. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### PATTI M. 13 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Sleepover We love St Malo Beach! A hidden gem. We look forward to our next adventure at St Milo 65\. A most perfect place for family fun! ##### PATTI M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie P. 11 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home! We had a wonderful stay with two other couples. St Malo is a very special place and we loved being there! ##### Katie P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara M. 25 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful home for a family vacation! This lovely home in the unique and charming St Malo Beach gated community is very special. It is the owners vacation home of many years and is cozy and well equipped with everything you need. It has 2 bedrooms on the first level and 2 on the second level. Nice deck, patio and yard for the children to play. We watched the sunset every night at the small beach club nearby. Owner helpful and responsive. ##### Barbara M. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim L. 8 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50th Anniversary Family gathering Very unique community and home. Like being back in France or Germany. Very comfortable and well equipped. NOT appropriate for those with difficulty climbing stairs. ##### Kim L. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette O. 20 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Surprise! This place is an experience! Stocked kitchen for cooking and dining. Comfortable bedrooms, updated bathrooms, and cozy living room. Just loved it!! Hope to go back again. ##### Annette O. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy H. 30 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Quiet Paradise for our family I don't know how I have I NOT heard of St Malo before our VRBO stay?! Cute old world architecture, the house amenities were great, ample bikes to use and a beautiful private beach area. Kids had a blast with the sand volleyball, the pingpong table, and the backyard lawn. We had 3 generations of our family stay here. Sadly, we discovered the beautiful sunset only on our last night there. Cobe was super responsive to all our questions and needs. ##### Peggy H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah W. 25 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Phenomenal St Malo 65 Our family enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful time. The location is amazing and quiet. The home is lovely and cozy. The patio and backyard view of the lagoon is breathtaking and serene. ##### Deborah W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### RANDY M. 23 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### St Malo Stay Such a beautiful area and a nice house to stay in. Quiet and private and so easy to get to the beach. The owner is always responsive and friendly. We keep coming back again and again! ##### RANDY M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### woody t. 28 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Saint Malo is the closest thing to a New England private beach community on the West Coast The whole experience was seamless from communications with Cobe before and during our stay to exceeding our expectations as a place to come for quiet and fun. There is nothing like Saint Malo on the California Coast that has access to a beach, private tennis courts and stunning homes. We did t just have a great get away we felt like we had an experience. ##### woody t. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. 13 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### True Beach Privacy Tucked in - hidden gem. We will be back soon. Great neighbors, great area, great weather, great food. Private beach, volleyball courts, tennis courts and so on. Very dreamy place! Thanks Cobe! ##### James W. 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