Pacific Serenity

From the living room sofa, the Pacific stretches out beyond the terrace – a view that makes it easy to lose an afternoon. This Solana Beach apartment sits just one row back from the cliffs, with direct beach access from the complex for walks or time at the water's edge. When you're not on the sand, two pools, tennis courts, and a barbecue give you plenty of reasons to linger closer to home. The main bedroom is calm and light-filled, with outdoor access, and treetops frame the kitchen and sitting room for a sense of easy, green seclusion.

Home truths:
* We recommend hiring a car for ease of getting around. On-site parking in the underground carpark – it has low clearance, so it works best for smaller or mid-size vehicles.
* This apartment has no air conditioning – it relies on ocean breezes and fans to keep things cool.
* The complex has multiple stairways between levels with no step-free alternative, so it may not suit guests with mobility concerns.
* You'll have access to the on-site tennis courts and swimming pool here. They're shared with the building's other residents.
* The fireplace here is decorative and not operational.