The Nautilus – Manhattan Beachfront Retreat

Welcome to The Nautilus – Manhattan Beachfront Retreat, a north-facing oceanfront duplex located directly on Manhattan Beach’s iconic Strand. This two-story luxury retreat offers panoramic coastal views, contemporary beachside interiors, and a peaceful yet connected location just steps from the sand. Designed for couples, families, or professionals, this home delivers the best of Southern California living—relaxation, beauty, and walkable access to shops, dining, and oceanfront adventure. The space Experience the ultimate coastal getaway in this thoughtfully designed oceanfront duplex, where elevated comfort meets breathtaking Pacific views. This beachfront home is the perfect fall escape, ideal for a quick weekend staycation or an extended retreat to trade colder weather for warm ocean breezes. On the top floor, the primary bedroom opens to a private balcony overlooking the water, creating a tranquil space to wake up to the ocean breeze or unwind with sunset skies. A second bedroom on this level also features a king bed, 10ft ceilings, and blackout curtains, providing a restful, quiet escape with seamless access to the main living areas. The upstairs back room features sliding doors that open directly to a patio rail. Downstairs, a single sleeper chair near the entrance accommodates an additional guest if needed. Please note that this is not a traditional pull-out bed. This home also includes a memory foam cot, similar to those found in hotels, for added flexibility. The cot can be set up in the convertible bedroom space on the first floor, next to the pull-out sleeper sofas, providing an extra comfortable sleeping option for an additional guest. The kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances, including a Viking oven range,a Miele convection oven, a Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, a two-drawer dishwasher, microwave, French press, pour-over coffee station, wine fridge, toaster, blender, and electric kettle. Whether you're cooking in or bringing food home, this space was designed for functionality and flow. The living and dining areas are open and sunlit, framed by west-facing windows that bring the ocean into every moment of your stay. Two private balconies invite you to soak in panoramic views from Palos Verdes to Malibu, offering front-row seats to dolphins, surfers, and some of Southern California’s most beautiful sunsets. Stay connected with fast, high-speed internet, making it easy to work remotely or take video calls with confidence. The strong connection also ensures smooth streaming for movies, music, and entertainment after a day at the beach. Enjoy cooking at the rotisserie BBQ while taking in uninterrupted views of the beach and ocean. Multiple seating areas on the balconies, patio, and sunroom offer perfect spots to relax and admire the beautiful beach scenery throughout the day. A direct beach view, along with a public sand court located directly out front and easily accessible, further enhances the outdoor experience. Mounts for shore fishing are also available. The home includes air conditioning via mini-split systems, central heating, a washer and dryer, smart TVs in both bedrooms and the kitchen, and a private one-car garage. Guests will also find premium beach gear, a handheld steamer, and everything needed for a comfortable extended stay. Outside, you’ll have access to shared outdoor amenities with the adjacent unit, including a furnished patio, a shaded cabana, lawn chairs, grill, and a cozy firepit area. These shared spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and we’re happy to coordinate time slots upon request. Two bikes will be provided to guests to use throughout your stay. Guests will appreciate the convenience of a small grocery store, coffee shop, and several restaurants located within two blocks of the property. For those looking to explore, it is a scenic walk along the Strand sidewalk to downtown and the iconic pier, offering beautiful ocean views along the way. Quiet hours are strictly observed from 10 PM to 8 AM to ensure a peaceful experience for everyone. PLEASE NOTE: The property immediately to the north is undergoing a full home rebuild.  While the schedule fluctuates, you will experience construction activity, trucks and noise during permitted hours. The City of Manhattan Beach enforces strict regulations to minimize disturbances, allowing work only Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and strictly prohibiting construction on Sundays and City-observed holidays. Guest access The Nautilus is a private residence with its own separate entry and interior living space. Some outdoor features—including the firepit, grill, Adirondack chairs, cabana, and beachfront patio—are shared with the adjacent unit, The Triton. If one group is using the cabana, the other is welcome to use the alternate seating area or firepit. For specific timing, reach out and we’ll be glad to help coordinate. This home includes a private garage with one available parking space and one tandem spot directly in front. Street parking is limited in Manhattan Beach, so we recommend limiting your group to two vehicles and being mindful of local parking signs to avoid citations. Other things to note PLEASE NOTE: The property immediately to the north is undergoing a full home rebuild.  While the schedule fluctuates, you will experience construction activity, trucks and noise during permitted hours. The City of Manhattan Beach enforces strict regulations to minimize disturbances, allowing work only Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and strictly prohibiting construction on Sundays and City-observed holidays. This is not a party home. While both The Nautilus and The Triton are available to rent together for larger groups, guests must respect the quiet, residential nature of this community. Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10 PM to 8 AM. We welcome families and friend groups but ask that all gatherings remain considerate to neighbors. All guests are required to sign a Rental Agreement before check-in. A 14% transient occupancy tax will be applied to all stays under 30 days, in accordance with Manhattan Beach regulations. Smoking or vaping is prohibited on the property and along The Strand. A minimum $250 fine will apply for any violations. Pets must be approved in writing prior to arrival. Only small dogs are permitted with approval. Large dogs and cats are not permitted. Unauthorized animals or non-compliance may result in a charge of up to $1,000 and/or eviction, in addition to any other legal remedies available to the Owner and/or Company. Any damages or additional cleaning required due to the presence of a pet will be billed after check-out. Travel insurance is strongly recommended, as refunds are not issued outside of our stated cancellation policy. Utility Usage: Utilities are included up to the property’s recent average usage. Any excessive use above that amount may result in additional charges. If applicable, payment for utility overages is due within 14 days of check-out.  Thank you for considering The Nautilus. We look forward to hosting you and providing an exceptional beachfront experience in Manhattan Beach. DRE #0209 - 8407