All work and no play is a recipe for mental and physical strain, and that’s why vacations are an essential part of modern life. The average annual vacation days in the U.S. is 11, giving you ample time to kick back and take a breather from your 9-to-5. Picking the ideal holiday destination isn’t always easy, but the City of Oceanside in The Golden State offers vacationers a unique and thrilling getaway experience. Here’s what you can look forward to from this charming West Coast gem.
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Top-Notch Vacation Rentals
Your accommodation dictates a lot about the quality of your vacation. Oceanside features some of the coast’s best rentals with quality amenities for a comfortable stay. For the best oceanfront views, rentals along the famous Oceanside Strand offer prime access to the beach while providing excellent amenities. You’ll also find Oceanside rentals with outdoor spaces and patio furnishings ideal for a relaxing afternoon lazing indoors or a quiet dinner with your loved ones. Amenities such as flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi are a mainstay in many rentals, making it easy to stream all your favorite movies and stay connected. There are rentals with fully stocked kitchens with ample cookware, sufficient counter space, and stainless steel appliances for those moments you want to whip up a home-cooked meal. If you’re not up for a swim in the ocean, some homes feature swimming pools and hot tubs for a relaxing aquatic session indoors.
Pristine Beaches
California offers some of the world’s most gorgeous seashores, with Oceanside featuring over three miles of coastline, giving you plenty of beaches to enjoy. Tyson Street Beach and Park is a popular stop for many vacationers since it offers activities for adults and kids. The beach park is within walking distance from the Oceanside Pier and has a lifeguard tower to ensure the safety of everyone in the water. The sugar-white sands, easy-to-access swimming area, and picnic tables make this park a popular summer spot for wholesome family fun. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a barbecue, Harbor Beach is the ideal stop. Famous for being one of Oceanside’s largest beach areas, Harbor Beach offers beach volleyball, picnicking, gazebos, and barbecue grills for an afternoon of fun in the sun. Buccaneer Beach offers a quieter experience with less foot traffic, making it the ideal spot for a tranquil oceanside session away from the crowds.
Serene Biking Trails
If you’re a bike enthusiast, Oceanside has an impressive variety of biking trails to enjoy a morning or evening stroll. If you’re looking for a challenging route, the Oak Riparian and Carlsbad Highlands Reserve Loop features 11.2 miles with a mixture of surfaces, including sand, dirt, and pebbles. The loop’s elevation change is around 1,800 feet and takes just over five hours to complete. The six-mile Marine Memorial Golf Course Loop passes through one of the Marine Corps Bases and offers riders a moderately challenging route across the beautiful California landscape. Remember to carry your ID for entry if you want to tackle this trail. The Guajome Regional Park Trail is a 4.3-mile trail with several amenities, including a caravan pavilion, green lawns for picnicking, and ponds with migratory birds. The trail passes through several Southern California habitats, including wetlands, woodlands, mixed grasslands, and chaparral, offering dynamic scenery. The Lake Calavera trail runs through Oak Riparian Park and features a 3.9-mile course with simple and challenging sections.
Epic Sightseeing
Oceanside has some of California’s most iconic sights that are a must-see in the city. If you’re a surfing enthusiast or interested in matters of surfing, The Surf Museum houses an expansive collection of records that explain the history of surfing. The Heritage Park Village and Museum offers a rich historical aspect of Oceanside, where you can learn about the city’s past in an immersive way. Once you’ve had your fair share of the museum experience, you can check out the city’s long wooden pier, an iconic 1,942-foot-long platform stretching out to the Pacific. The famous dock offers scenic views of the area and is ideal for a casual stroll or watching surfers tackle the waves. If you’re interested in a unique shopping experience, Oceanside Farmers Market opens on Thursdays from 9 AM to 1 PM with vendors selling Southern California’s freshest produce. Tremont Collective lies in the middle of Oceanside and hosts several premises, including retail stores where you can do a bit of window shopping. For the ultimate floral experience, Seaside Flowers has numerous flowers on display, and you can even pick out something for your dear ones.
Tasty Cuisine
Oceanside has steadily gained traction as one of San Diego’s best food destinations thanks to the mushrooming of numerous new top-notch restaurants. Talented local chefs push the boundaries by creating special menu items to excite your taste buds. If you’re looking for a sumptuous American breakfast, The Bunker House offers a robust menu with options that include French Toast sticks, breakfast burritos, breakfast sandwiches, mini waffles, and smoothies. For lunch, you can stop by Oceanside Broiler for a delightful variety of seafood. The restaurant serves an impressive collection of small plates, soups, salads, pasta, house specialties, entrée salads, tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and fresh seafood specials. Once dinner time sets in, The Miller’s Table serves tasty Mediterranean-style cuisine, including curated boards and daily specials. For the ultimate pizza experience, All Mine serves 12 pizza varieties, including Sausage Marinara, Bianca, Cheese Monger, Chicken Pie, and Verde. If you need your daily dose of caffeine, Oceanside also features several coffee shops, such as The Cup, Communal Coffee, and Revolution Roasters. After a long day exploring the Oceanside area, you can end your day at any of Oceanside’s breweries for some of Southern California’s finest brews.
Fantastic Fishing Excursions
Oceanside’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean makes it a fishing paradise. If you’re a beginner or prefer staying closer to the shore, Oceanside Pier offers one of the best spots to nab a few catches. The pier is a fantastic spot if you want a solo fishing excursion or fishing with a group. The best thing about fishing at the dock is you don’t need a fishing license, and you can quickly grab all the necessary fishing gear at Oceanside Pier Bait Shop. Oceanside Harbor also offers a beginner-friendly spot isolated from the ocean waters. If you’re a more seasoned angler, Oceanside has several private and public tour companies with expert guides offering deep-sea fishing tours. You’ll head out to the open ocean and hopefully catch some barracuda, sea bass, bonito, Chinook salmon, or Pacific Lamprey.
Book Your Oceanside Vacation Rental Today
Oceanside is an extraordinary vacation destination. This gorgeous seaside city offers vacationers plenty to do and see, making it an excellent holiday spot for most of the year. If you’re planning a thrilling getaway to this pristine destination, securing quality, comfortable accommodation should be a priority. At The Brick Hotel, we offer vacation rentals that can host two to six guests, making them ideal for a romantic couple’s getaway or a family vacation. Our rentals range from one to two-bedroom options and offer a variety of amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Contact us today to book your Oceanside rental.