Gated Fairytale Estate | Lakefront w/ Ocean Views

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Situated just steps to the ocean in a fully gated community, in the best position on a lake, our property promises to deliver a magical experience...
Natural light floods the beautiful living space, with partial ocean views from within. The house is stocked with everything you'd need to cook, dine, and enjoy the company of friends and family...
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9.8Outstanding
(51 Ratings)
"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 rela..."
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(51 Ratings)

House in Carlsbad, CA

9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

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About this house rental

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 ~



➤ Can I host an event?

We totally understand the appeal, but we do have a strict no-event policy, enforced by both our front gate security and the HOA. Only guests listed on the reservation are allowed on the property unless approved in advance, and the community does not permit gatherings like weddings or birthday celebrations with additional guests - we appreciate you respecting this so we can keep everything running smoothly for everyone.



➤ 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

» All guests will check in with the security gate

» Absolutely no parties or unregistered guests

» Noise complaints from St. Malo homeowners may result in eviction

» No outside guests allowed without owner consent

» Commercial vehicles not allowed to park inside gates (ie: sprinter vans)

» No commercial photography, filming, drones allowed

» No glass is allowed at the community beach cabana

» No motorized scooters or motorbikes inside the gates

» If using our community beach cabana, HOA doesn't allow portable speakers

» No use of air-mattresses at the beach

» 5mph speed limit inside our gates (there are kids around...)

» Our home 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.

Amenities at Gated Fairytale Estate | Lakefront w/ Ocean Views

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(51 Ratings)
8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
Our family had a great stay at this special home. We stayed for Thanksgiving week and the host provided excellent communication. The amenities at the home are great for kids - we utilized the tennis and pickle ball courts, the basketball hoop and the beach volleyball. Unfortunately other than the sand at the volleyball court, there was no beach to walk on as the waves came all the way up to the rocks and stairs. The beach was the only thing missing from our almost perfect stay. The locaction is also great, within walking distance to shops and restaurants and easy freeway access. note, in the winter, the house is a bit drafty, but it was nice to have the fireplace. We would stay here again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
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!
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2023
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!
6 / 10Average·Apr 2023
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.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gated Fairytale Estate | Lakefront w/ Ocean Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

Is Gated Fairytale Estate | Lakefront w/ Ocean Views pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Gated Fairytale Estate | Lakefront w/ Ocean Views?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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