Disappointing
by Michele Patterson
Good location and amazing ocean view but way too many deferred maintenance problems. Smoke detector went off for no reason. Thankfully not in the middle of the night. Took it off and water came down evidently from the upper unit. Dishwasher wouldn’t start because it was off bottom tray was off the track because there wasn’t one. Front burner of the stove didn’t work. If you stay here be ready for surprising problems. Maintenance company said they are overwhelmed and can’t keep up. I would avoid this place
Thank you for sharing your experience, we’re truly sorry to hear that your stay fell short of expectations. While we’re glad you enjoyed the location and ocean view, we understand how frustrating the maintenance issues must have been. This is certainly not the standard we aim to provide.
We take your feedback seriously and are already addressing the concerns you raised, including the smoke detector, dishwasher, stove, and overall maintenance responsiveness. We're actively working with our team to improve turnaround times and ensure future guests have a smoother experience.
We appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention and regret that we missed the mark during your visit. Your comments will help us do better.
February 23, 2024 - Website
Baby shower
by Paula
The location was perfect, I just loved the main rooms, and was way bigger than I expected. I wouldn\'t mind coming back again.
Hi Paula! We're overjoyed by your 5-star review! Providing an amazing beachfront
vacation rental experience is our top priority. Your appreciation for the property
warms our hearts. Looking forward to exceeding your expectations on your next
visit.
-The Team at Beachfront Only
October 15, 2023 - Website
2023 Family trip 10 adults 2 kids
by James Droubay
The house was great. We really enjoyed the bi-folding doors allowing us to enjoy the sound of the ocean day and night. It was also nice to circulate the air throughout the unit. Everyone commented on the comfort of the king sized beds. Rooms were quite 9smaller than I expected and we basically had to live out of suitcases because several of the rooms had no dressers. I was not a big fan of the timed light switches, but understand the need to cut down on waisting energy. You might want to let guests know about the sensitivity of the glass that sits on top of the gas fire stand. My daughter pulled the cover off and the glass came with it and broke. We had glass everywhere, but quickly cleaned it up and they brought us another one. Just wondered if it happens frequently or not.. We were also a little dissapointed in the lack of pots and pans in the kitchen . Unfortunately, we. had to buy our own pan to cook with.
Hi James,
Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad you enjoyed the panoramic doors and the beds. We apologize that the bedrooms were smaller than expected, we will be sure to review the pictures on the website to ensure the size is accurately reflected. I sincerely apologize that you had to deal with broken glass - we are so glad no-one got hurt! That has not been an issue in the past, but we will be sure to add that of the list of items to assess prior to arrival. We apologize that you felt the need to buy a pan! Our team would have been happy to deliver any additional pots/pans upon request. We hope that you and your guests were still able to enjoy your vacation and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
-Beachfront Only Vacation Rental
October 8, 2023 - Website
Had a good time even with the units issues
by Jann
Stove top would be nice in the upper unit. Adjustable lighting in kitchen dining area would be nice. TV in one room didn’t work, bottom rack in lower level dishwasher needs to be replaced ( I see review from last year had same issue). AC unit wouldn’t turn off and light switch in one of the bedrooms had issues. We notified BFO , but didn’t feel they had to fix while we were there as none of the maintenance really effected our stay. Parking illustration is a bit deceptive as it looks like driveway is longer and we really could not park 2 cars/ trucks without hanging into the street. We parked in the street except for sweeper service day. One dryer missing and would it have helped getting clothes/ towels done. Gkids loved the sand area and fire pits and grills worked. Beds were comfortable and unit was clean. Great location and views. Some of the fixtures and furniture should be repaired or replaced. I’m sure that most items are just normal wear from being a rental unit. We would rent it again and having 2 floors worked out great.
Hi Julie,
Thank you for your detailed feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the location, views, cleanliness, and that the layout worked well for your group. We appreciate you pointing out areas for improvement and have shared your notes with our maintenance team for review and resolution. Your comments help us enhance the experience for future guests. We’re happy to hear you'd rent again and hope to welcome you back soon!
-Beachfront Only Vacation Rental
October 8, 2023 - Track Survey
by Julie Nietz
I would recommend Unit to friends with hope all repairs are addressed I felt like I was being picky in reporting issues and some I didn’t bother to list. But if things are broke , missing or damaged before I arrive I don’t want to be held responsible. Unit needs several minor repairs, but nothing that really distracts from having a great time in Oceanside. Parking info is a little off. Best for small cars. There is street parking. One tv wasn’t able to be fixed during stay, told part on order, but stores near by showing Roku in stock. There was som kind of weird plumbing issue from unit above, just glad no one was standing under it. We have stayed with beachfront only several times in the past and have always had great experiences.
September 24, 2023 - Track Survey
by Melissa Hoppe
The property was great and the location in Oceanside was good. We were disappointed in the lack of usable beach right off the property.
The tenants mid week were loud and the noise insulation wasn’t great.
Overall it was a great experience.
September 3, 2023 - Track Survey
by Rick Albers
No beach items for teneant use. No highchair available. Garage door broke, luckily car wasnt locked in there.
August 21, 2023 - Track Survey
by Michelle Roccoforte
The property is beautiful. The views were spectacular. As with most beach rentals, the property is a bit seasoned with its wear and tear which was appreciated since we had our two Golden Doodles with us. The kitchen was fully stocked and very clean. The BBQ was great. We made every meal and appreciated the two refrigerators. We had a couple of older family members with us and we liked the fact that they could stay on the main level for all of their needs, while the younger ones could go downstairs for their social time. The only suggestion that I have (and its very minor) is to clean the walkways to the unit. A blower or broom on the walkways would have created a better first impression. We absolutely recommend this rental for a large group with two dogs for a fabulous week at the beach.
August 28, 2023 - Track Survey
by Nancy Winkley
Great stay. We will be back again in January
July 28, 2023 - Track Survey
by Jenifer Merriam
We had a good experience. Bottom floor room need ceiling fans. Also the bottom middle bedroom had outlets that didn’t work.
July 10, 2023 - Track Survey
by Angie Radermacher
You can’t beat these views, and the dolphins everyday were a nice touch haha. The kitchen situation was not what I expected as in not enough dishes, upstairs dishwasher didn’t work and no stove or oven in the upstairs kitchen which is actually garage level, so there was a lot of carrying groceries up and down stairs, but the beds were comfy, the living rooms nice, patios were fun to hang out on, and we loved the location.
June 20, 2023 - Track Survey
by Marcel Routhier
It was great
June 7, 2023 - Track Survey
by Cynthia Smith Johnson
We had a great time. This property was perfect for our family. Location was within walking distance of beach, pear and shops. The sandy backyard was a great hit for my grandson. The only downside was when the top floor had occupant's with barking dogs.
May 11, 2023 - Track Survey
by Lynne Snyder
First members of our family to arrive could not get in with the code and didn't read the directions for sending a "text" to get directions in case of a problem. Was happy to see an ironing board as it was needed for the event we were going to! Great view, ample space. Would have liked seeing some games for families to play or puzzles to put together. Other than that suggestion it was great!
March 19, 2023 - Track Survey
by Betty Sahs
BFO was very responsive to our needs
November 23, 2022 - Track Survey
by Rod Gode
Overall we were very happy with our stay and experience. As I mentioned in my text on the first day, there were a couple of items that detracted from a 5-star rating. I also recommend the owner get these items fixed for safety/operational reasons:
1. The door code was not working when we arrived, and it took an extra hour to get someone out to allow access to the property
2. The downstairs coffee pot had a crack in it and was unusable.
3. The downstairs left slider bolt lock does not work, so the door does not lock
4. The right burner knob on the BBQ grill is very rusted and the plastic knob does not turn the gas on/off - I had to remove the knob and use a metal BBQ tool to turn the knob
5. The downstairs dishwasher bottom rack does not stay on the roller track once loaded with just a few dishes - we had to load the dishwasher without pulling out the rack
One other note - on our last night, the new clients in the upstairs unit (#1) had a guest arrive at 2am in the morning and was pounding on the door and yelling to be let it for 5 minutes which woke up all the folks in our #2 and #3 units - very disconcerting.
November 12, 2022 - Track Survey
by Ronald Tchorzewski
Overall stay was very enjoyable. There were little things that affected my ratings. I had to call/text at least 3-4 times to have a recycle bin delivered so we could properly dispose of recyclables. Had to call because the thermostat for heat was not functioning in unit#3. One of the Mr. Coffee pots had a visible crack in it and could not be used. TV in bedroom off the living room in unit #2 was making a loud noise and could not get audio. The lock on entry door for unit #3 was not functioning properly and had to be juggled while entering to get it to work occasionally. Maintenance said that unfortunately as the situation due to weather.
September 11, 2022 - Track Survey
by Kim Smith
Overall our trip was great but we were disappointed with how small the lower level patio furniture was. This was our third time renting this property and last year and the year before the furniture was a much larger set. We were not all able to sit there at the same time. There were no cookie sheets and we had several the previous years. Although we know the middle level does not have a stove in our previous years there were at least some mixing bowls. There weren’t any. And once again, we had trouble getting in at 4 PM. We had to call for maintenance. The bathroom attached to the room with no air conditioning had a leak coming from the vent that had to be dodged while using the toilet. We do already have reservations for next year but it would be nice to know that these issues will be corrected by then.
Perfect vacation spot
by Elizabeth Jensen
This place was the perfect vacation spot for me and my large amount of guests. We all had plenty of room, it was safe for our kids, and had everything we needed. I highly recommend.
Thank you for the 5-star review! It’s exciting to hear that you truly enjoyed your experience at our Beachfront property! Thank you for your review and we hope to see you all again soon. The Team at Beachfront Only
February 21, 2022 - Track Survey
by Holly Cortez
This place was amazing. Beautiful location. The pictures are a little confusing on how the house lays out. The furniture is also dated . The home was nice size and plenty of room for my family of 4
Thank you so much for your review, Holly! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at our beachfront property. You were wonderful guests and took great care of the house. We value your feedback and are looking forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Sincerely, The Beachfront Only Team
October 22, 2021 - Website
Amazing
by Hector Herrera
Amazing, with a spectacular view, large and spacious
Thank you so much for your review, Hector! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the house and the amazing views. We appreciate your feedback and we can't wait to see you again soon!
-The Team at Beachfront Only
August 19, 2021 - Website
Cant Beat the View but Updating Needed
by Dana Urick
There are not that many ocean front properties you can rent for just a few days in So Cal, so this property gets 5 stars for location, and that may be enough to some to overcome the rental price and the issues at the property that need some serious replacement or updating. Cushions and throw pillows need to be replaced - stained and dirty! There is no laundry soap, tin foil, sandwich bags etc. This doesn't cost a lot and should be provided. Two of the chairs outside were broken ( legs rotted). Propane tank was empty in the upstairs fire pit- but we knew how to replace it. We could not find any throw blankets to use to sit on the patio in the cold, misty morning. The hairdryer was completely rusted. The downstairs slider doesn't lock and made us fearful to have kids sleeping downstairs alone, though it is a pretty secure location. These are easy fixes, but take a bit of TLC which is lacking perhaps due to constant turnover. That said, if you want a lot of space ( the stairs are steep from floor to floor and not a good choice for those with mobility problems or toddlers) and an amazing oceanfront, semi-private ( neighbors on both sides) getaway, then you can't go wrong with this location. Still, a little bit of expense sprucing this place up and providing a few comfort items that most rentals provide, would go far. We didn't want to leave for our 2 days, so we used Uber Eats and made one run to the local Target ( about 10 minutes away by freeway). Rental staff is excellent and responded timely when we could not get the bedroom TV to work. We would probably come to this property again if one nearby that we prefer was not available if for no other reason the oceanfront location and peace. Happy travels!
Dana, thank you for your review. Please know your feedback is very valuable, we sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share. This property is definitely a favorite of new and old Beachfront Only guests. We supply extra propane tanks, and will bring over new tanks upon request. All cleaning supplies are provided, baggies are not. This information is provided on our website, in addition to your check in information. If stairs are an issue, please let our friendly sales team know prior to booking so we can match you with perfect property. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and peace of the property. We sincerely look forward to hosting you again! ~ Diana D.
So comforatale and relaxing!
by Shiela Blankemeier
This is our 3rd stay with Beachfront Only and it was as awesome as usual! There were some minor problems, but they were taking care of immediately. For example, we couldn't figure out how to open the panoramic glass door to the patio, and they had someone out there within minutes. There were some minor cleaning issues, like toothpaste on the wall in the bathroom and a dirty banister, but nothing that we couldn't take care of ourselves. The house was so well stocked that my mother regretted bringing too much with her that she didn't end up needing. The views were breathtaking and the beach was only a few steps away. We loved it and will be back again!
Thank you for the amazing review, Shiela! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed
your stay and that our service team was so accommodating to your situation. Thank you
so much for your review and we hope to see you all again soon.
The Team at Beachfront Only
Amazing Rental Inside & Out!
by Sarah Allie
I had a great stay with Beachfront Only staying at this lovely unit. The inside is very spacious with 2 generous kitchen spaces, 5 bedrooms all with King size beds, and plenty of outdoor space. We had an awesome time hanging out on the patio and shared private beach area. The glass window / door on the upper level was perfect, we had a fabulous view of the ocean. I would definitely stay here again!
Thank you for your fantastic review Sarah! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the amazing views, and all of the amenities this Beachfront home has to offer! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to having you come back soon! –The Team at Beachfront Only
Perfect for a family get-together
by Janice Shields
We rented 2&3 for our son-in-law's 40th birthday party. He was surprised, as we had his mother and aunt there before he arrived. It was a great get together as we have two sets of twins (2 and 11 months) and didn't want to do anything else that would involve a lot of Covid restrictions. The little ones couldn't get out to the beach, but there was an enclosed sand area where they played for hours. I liked that we all had our own bedroom and bathrooms. I wanted a couple of things fixed, and they management company came out and dealt with it promptly and politely. This is a great set up for a family and friends get together.
Thank you for the amazing review Janice! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that our service team was so accommodating to your situation. We value your feedback and are looking forward to welcoming you back again soon!
January 29, 2021 - Website
Amazing place to stay!
by Trinh Ho
The Place was very nice and the views were amazing. Comfortable stay and definitely would stay here again in the future.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the house and the amazing views! We look forward to having you come back soon!
The Team at Beachfront Only
January 7, 2021 - Website
Amazing Stay!
by Christian Chasmer
The rental is awesome, has great ocean views, and is close to the beach. Overall great experience, highly recommend.
Thank you for the 5 star review Christian! We love that you truly enjoyed your experience at our beachfront property! Thank you for review and we hope to see you all again soon.
Sincerely, The BeachFront Only Team
November 21, 2020 - Website
Thanksgiving on the Pacific
by Timothy Bembry
Waterfront Family Thanksgiving. The attention to detail was impressive with everything you will ever need when you are away from home plus all the concierge services to spoil anyone. Perfect location to fall asleep to the ocean waves. Surfing was great. Walkable sidewalks down to the marina and restaurants. Refreshing to see so many people enjoying the outdoors during the pandemic of COVID19. Wonderful family memories. Highly recommend and we will be booking again for the next three years as our oldest son and daughter-in-law are stationed at Camp Pendleton which is a 5 minute drive from the house.
Thank you for the 5-star review,Timothy! It was our pleasure having you stay at our beachfront property. We are so glad that you were able to not only enjoy the wonderful property but the surrounding areas as well! We felt honored that you chose our home and we hope to see you all again soon.
Sincerely, The BeachFront Only Team
November 6, 2020 - Website
Just what I was looking for.
by Keng Singh
Was celebrating my birthday and wanted a beachfront property that was roomy enough for my family. This five bedroom property was perfect. Each bedroom except for one has its own bathroom with plenty of beds for families to share. It was convenient and near restaurants and shops. Couldn’t have asked for a better time. Everything was in working order and clean.
Thank you for the amazing review Keng! It was our pleasure having you stay at our beachfront property. We felt honored that you chose our home and we are so happy that it accommodated your family so well. Thank you for review and we hope to see you all again soon.
Sincerely, The BeachFront Only Team
October 14, 2020 - Website
A View To Die For
by Cathleen Nielsen
Our family reunion was a great experience for all 3 families. There was plenty of room. Not all bedrooms had adequate ventilation. The stairway from the property to the beach is in disrepair. The beds were comfortable and there were sufficient bathroom facilities.
Thank you so much for your review, Cathleen! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay in our beachfront property. You were wonderful guests and took great care of the house. We value your feedback and are looking forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Sincerely, The BeachFront Only Team
October 24, 2020 - Website
Perfect beachfront vacation home!
by Julia Yip
The house location is the best and it is exactly the same as pictured! The house is clean and the property manager is very responsive to emails. Gaining access to the garage and side doors were easy. Everything went as smoothly as it can be.
There are a few areas where I would like to call out so future renters are aware of. (1) We rented the ground and second floors of the house. When people walked or ran around on the top floor, you can hear it very clearly. So if possible, rent out the entire house. (2) Steps/pathway to the beach is broken, there's no direct access to the beach which was extremely disappointing to us. I wish it was noted on the description. (3) There is no stove on the second floor, the only way to cook is on the ground floor. All in all, my family and I had a great time! We love our stay and will definitely stay here again!!
Thank you for your fantastic review, Julia! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the home. As a suggestion, for your next booking with us, please contact our reservations so they can search for the property that would best suit your desires and needs. We have over 85 amazing properties to choose from. We look forward to having you come back soon!
Sincerely, The BeachFront Only Team
September 28, 2020 - Website
Great property right on the beach
by Ye Han
We loved this beach house, it’s so close to the water, really a beach front property! We had 3 families came together, 4 of the bedrooms has bathrooms, that’s really convenience for everyone. The view of the house is absolutely beautiful and breathtaking! We recommend many friends and would like to go back again.
Thank you for the amazing review, Ye Han! It was our pleasure having you stay at our beachfront property. We felt honored that you chose our home and we are so happy that it accommodated your group so well. Thank you for review and we hope to see you all again soon.
Sincerely, The Beach Front Only Team
Great place!
by Joseph Cefalu
We had a great stay at this rental. The views are stunning and the location is great. The house was in great condition, along with all the furniture and appliances. It is also a great area with plenty to explore. The ocean below isnt accessible from the broken stairs but we still enjoyed sitting on the rocks and looking at the ocean. It was a great stay and we would do it again!
Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay in our beachfront property. You were wonderful guests and took great care of the house. We value your feedback and are looking forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Sincerely, The Beach Front Only Team
Great get away
by Alisa Torres
this beach house was a breath of fresh air for our family of 5. We were able to unplug with sunsets and glowing blue waves. The house is beautiful and provided amble space. Our kids spent their days playing in the sand and walking along the beach. The house is perfect for families with little kids. Diana and the staff at beach front is amazing and did everything to set us up for a perfect stay.We will definitely book again!
Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay in our beachfront property. You were wonderful guests and took great care of the house. We value your feedback and are looking forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Sincerely, The Beach Front Only Team
