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Legoland California – Local’s Guide To Make The Most of Your Day!

(Updated January 30, 2026) Legoland California is located in Carlsbad, California. The founders of Haustay are Carlsbad locals and as Carlsbad locals with little kids, we have been to Legoland many times. We want to help you navigate Legoland so you can make the most of your day. Gates open at 10:30 AM most days, now lets get started! 🚗 Parking at LEGOLAND California: Standard vs. Preferred As you pull...

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How To Rent Out Your House As a Vacation Rental

A home is a huge asset, but a second home in which you don’t reside in can be an income producing asset. If you know how to rent out your house as a vacation rental, you can generate a steady source of passive income. However, how much you earn also depends on the condition in which you keep your vacation rental. There are several other factors that we will discuss...

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A Local’s Guide to a Perfect Day in Encinitas

Encinitas, located in North County San Diego, was recently named of the of the best surf towns in the world. Approximately 25 miles north of San Diego, between Solana Beach and Carlsbad, and about 95 miles south of Los Angeles, Encinitas is your quintessential beach town. Rich in surf culture, amazing places to eat, drink and see – Encinitas is where it is at if you want to experience true...

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5 New Hot Spots in Oceanside to Check Out

O’side (as locals lovingly call it) is a beach-side escape where you can explore everything from sandy beaches to a booming farm-to-table food and craft beer scene and even a quaint New England-style harbor. Oceanside as a town is growing so read on for five new spots to check out in this ideal coastal escape just in time for summer! 1. The Famous ‘Top Gun’ House 201 N Myers St,...

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Top 10 Tax Write-Offs for Real Estate Landlords

When managing one or multiple rental properties, making money through cash-flow and/or appreciation on your real estate investments is paramount. If you not securing either gain, the performance of your real estate investment becomes questionable. One of the biggest hindrances that come between landlords and net profits are dreaded taxes. There are a number of different taxes that landlords need to pay, depending on the law of their respective states. ...

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10 Fun Family-Friendly Activities in Carlsbad

Carlsbad, located in North County San Diego, is a laid-back beach town and home to 7 miles of beaches. But it isn’t only known as solely a beach town. You will find that Carlsbad has so much more to offer. Here are 10 fun things to do in Carlsbad with the family, including the best attractions, restaurants, and accommodations Carlsbad has to offer families.   1. Carlsbad Lagoon Located on...

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A Day Trip Guide To Disneyland

The world’s happiest place on earth is approximately one hour away from our Carlsbad and Oceanside properties and one hour and a half away from Encinitas and Solana Beach properties. If you want to take a break from the beach to go explore Disneyland, we have created a guide to help you make the most out of your day at Disney! What time does Disneyland Open? Depending on the time...

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What Is Normal Wear And Tear In A Vacation Rental?

Renting out a property comes with various responsibilities and a lot of things that homeowners need to be mindful of. Many homeowners want to know, “What is normal wear and tear in a vacation rental and how it differs from damages due to negligence?” The boundaries between the two can often be blurry, however, we want to try and explain what is normal wear and tear here in this article....

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Guide To Best Areas To Invest In San Diego Real Estate

If you’ve been thinking about investing, San Diego real estate is one of the best in the United States. The city has witnessed unparalleled growth in the last few decades and its economy is as strong as ever. Real estate investments are one of the most lucrative investments in today’s economy. As the individual financial situations improve, so does the demand for better housing and living conditions. Anyone who capitalizes...

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Getting Your Property Rent Ready

Homeowners often struggle to make their property rent ready on short notice. The problem can be even bigger when it’s a vacation rental. There are so many factors to look into and so many things to take care of. If you are not living near your property, it can be a lot of work.  But that doesn’t mean it is impossible or you need to spend tons of money to...

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Fully Furnished Condos for Rent in Carlsbad, Oceanside, & Solana Beach

Looking for a fully furnished condo to rent? At Haustay Vacation Rentals we manage over sixty vacation rental properties, many of which are fully furnished condos to rent. Here is what we currently have available to rent presented by each beach city. Carlsbad Fully Furnished Condos To Rent In the City of Carlsbad we currently have five fully furnished condos you can rent depending on their availability. If love walkability...

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Top 10 Things To Pack On Vacation

It’s almost time for your much deserved vacation. Woohoo! Now you need to figure out what to pack to make the transition into your Haustay Vacation Rental as smooth as possible. Don’t worry we got you covered! Here is our list of the Top 10 Things To Pack For Your Vacation.   1. Cell phone & electronic device chargers Your iPhone, iWatch, laptop, etc. Don’t forgot to bring your chargers...

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