San Clemente Retreat - Blue Whale Inn #E

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San Clemente Retreat -  Blue Whale Inn #E Apartment in San Clemente
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9.7Outstanding
(29 Ratings)
"My wife & I have stayed here 3 times now, and love it! Everything was clean, host is very nice."
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9.7 / 10
Outstanding(29 Ratings)

Apartment in San Clemente, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this apartment rental

View the sailboats, shorebirds, & sunrise from your balcony. Or pick up a boogie/surfboard at Pier Market & hit the waves. One block from the beach & local coffee shops, this perfect getaway will reinvigorate your life! Stroll or ride a bike along the scenic oceanside walkways. Enjoy Del Mar Blvd’s quaint shops & dining. Pet friendly. 2 bedroom. 1 King bed. trundle bed two single beds. //Pull-out sofa: double
(cot available at request)

* Beds: bedroom #1- 1 king bed, bedroom#2- trundle bed two single beds
* Private balcony with view,
* Rooftop deck above unit E is reserved for unit E and the portion of the rooftop deck above unit D is reserved for unit D. The two rooftop decks are connected by a bridge/
* High-speed internet via WiFi & Ethernet
* Smart TV: Netflix and Amazon Prime capable
* Ceiling fans in each room/ Portable fan in closet/ No AC
* Showers: indoor (hot/cold) and outdoor (cold water only)
* Laundry: Washer is $2.50/load and Dryer is $1.50/load.
* Cuisinart coffee maker - gold filter
* Keurig Coffee Maker
* Beach equipment: wagon, beach chairs, umbrella, and towels
* Family games: Monopoly, Uno, Tangrams, etc.
* Garage: 1 car maximum (garage)
* Street parking: for oversized SUV w/roof-rack, etc.
* E-V charger for electric cars in garage. No additional fee.
* Additional units #A, #C, and #D available for multiple parties.

Owner will be available on-site or via cell phone to assist with any questions or concerns.

San Clemente’s “signature” palm-covered umbrellas line San Clemente State Beach (.2 miles away - walking distance), providing a sense of tropical serenity to your visit as you relax in the shade. Volleyball nets and fire-pits for roasting marshmallows add to this beach’s charm. Be sure to take a walk along the historic San Clemente Pier where you will see fishermen casting their nets and if lucky, you’ll spot some dolphins or whales. Grab some clam chowder while at the base of the pier or stop by Fisherman’s Restaurant. Great surfing at this beach is a given. Note: Dogs are not allowed on the beach or on the pier, but there are great walking trails for Fido all along the beach. (See San Clemente Coastal Trail - directions) While on the walking trail, keep your eyes open for hidden painted rocks, painted by local artists! You might also find these hidden gems in Downtown San Clemente (see directions), the quintessential California beach town!

TRAIN STATIONS
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner (walking distance) - take train to San Diego or LA
Metro (about a mile) - take metro to nearby coastal towns


SAN CLEMENTE COASTAL WALKING TRAIL
Just head toward the pier (0.2 miles away) and there is a trail adjacent to the train tracks that extends 2.3 miles (about a mile in each direction from the pier) along the San Clemente Coast. This is a relatively flat trail and beautiful coastal views can be seen for the entirety of the walk making it one of our favorite San Clemente walking trails.

DOWNTOWN SAN CLEMENTE Avenida Del Mar & Camino Del Mar
quintessential California beach town with trendy shops and dining

GEAR RENTAL
Bicycles San Clemente, 1900 E. El Camino Real
San Clemente Cyclery, 2801 S. Camino Real
San Clemente Surfboard Rentals , 820 S. Camino Real St. L
San Clemente Electric Bikes and Rentals, 2345 S El Camino Real



SAN CLEMENTE SURF SCHOOL - 2102 S. Camino Real
Surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and gear rentals
Convenient meeting location at the pier;

SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE - 150 E. Avenida Magdalena
Well-manicured public golf course

OUTLET STORES - 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA 92672
Just off interstate 5 - a plethora of outlet stores including Nike, Calvin Klein, Converse, Loft and more

RAINBOW SANDALS - 326 Calle de los Molinos
A “staple” of beach-living in San Clemente, Rainbow sandals are world-renowned for comfort and quality. Great gifts too!

SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente
Spanish-styled architecture, outside lawn for picnics, easy walk from Pier, great selection of books

CASA ROMANTICA LOCAL CULTURAL CENTER AND GARDENS - 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
Beautiful grounds; local history lesson!

SURFING HERITAGE and CULTURE CENTER - 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, CA 92672
Original boards, photographs - a must if you enjoy surfing and want to learn more about the history of the sport

NEARBY BEACHES:
* San Onofre Beach 3 miles south of San Clemente on Interstate 5 at Basilone Road - dog-friendly trails
* Trestles Beach (1/2 mile walk from parking area) - hard to get to but well worth-it for surfers

* Dog-friendly. Must be house-trained.
* For the well-being of your dog & guests, dogs may not be left unattended in unit if they are barkers/whiners.
* No pet fee for one dog, but please contact owner re multiple dogs.

Amenities at San Clemente Retreat - Blue Whale Inn #E

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of San Clemente, CA


Ratings and reviews

9.7 / 10
Outstanding(29 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
My wife & I have stayed here 3 times now, and love it! Everything was clean, host is very nice.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
Lovely view, area, close walk to the beach. Enjoyed our stay, thank you for sharing your place! Will return.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. As others have said, the view from the entry door is stunning. The beds were very comfortable. Everything needed in the kitchen was provided. The short walk to the beach and pier was wonderful. We even saw dolphins on our first day! Definitely returning.
5 / 10·Jul 2022
Beautiful views of the pier, property is well organized, a bit eclectic with nice updates and some of the original elements but we liked it. Feels very airy and bright. Hope to stay there again.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at San Clemente Retreat - Blue Whale Inn #E. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is San Clemente Retreat - Blue Whale Inn #E pet friendly?

Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at San Clemente Retreat - Blue Whale Inn #E?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.