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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6138 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • Cardiff State Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Seaside stay .You'll find Encinitas Community Park and Eli Howard Surf School within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Cardiff State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Encinitas Community Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 9 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Round Table Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Confessional by The Lost Abbey - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA

Escape to the charming coastal town of Cardiff-by-the-Sea and experience the perfect vacation at our 3-bedroom vacation home. Nestled just a 4-minute drive from the serene Moonlight State Beach and a 16-minute drive from the exciting LEGOLAND® California, this property offers the ultimate getaway for families and friends.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table or enjoy your culinary creations on the balcony, taking in the breathtaking ocean views.

Unwind in the cozy living room, where a fireplace and smart TV with satellite/cable channels provide endless entertainment options. Catch up on laundry with the in-unit washer and dryer, and enjoy the convenience of having all the essential amenities, including two bathrooms, towels, and basic toiletries.

Venture out and explore the nearby attractions, such as the renowned Del Mar Racetrack, just a 6-minute drive away. When you return, relax on the beach loungers, play in the outdoor play area, or simply soak up the sun on the balcony. With free Wi-Fi, a desk and chair for remote work, and a selection of games, this vacation home caters to all your needs, ensuring a truly memorable stay.

Property manager

GEORGE

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,487 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet Fee $100 per dog Per Stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Highchair & booster seat available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RNTL-000196-2014

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cardiff By The Sea Retreat Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Cardiff By The Sea Retreat Private vacation home

SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eve M., Tomball

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Stay in San Diego area

This home was perfect for our stay in San Diego! Located just a bit north of the city, Cardiff on the Sea is a captivating and beautiful community with beaches, shops, and restaurants close to the San Diego Botanic Garden. We wished we had more time to explore the town! We loved being so close to San Diego, yet in a more relaxing environment with a small town feel. The home was comfortable and beautiful. The living area was spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were super comfortable. Great shower in the master bathroom. It’s so nice when there are directions for everything and no mysteries as to how to connect to WiFi etc! We loved the outdoor area with bar, lots of seating, a great grill. We ended every evening watching the sunset on the top deck. We were close enough to UCSD to enjoy graduation activities there. Also close enough to Balboa Park and Zoo, about 25 minutes. Host was super accommodating too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, comfortable, and spotless

My husband and I brought our 21 year old niece from the East Coast to watch pro live surfing. We loved the area and were super impressed with this home. It was beautiful inside and out! We loved sitting on the back patio area and watching tv by the outside bar. The housevwas stocked with everything we needed. We loved havubg the garage with the beach supplies. Washer, abd dryer! Wish we could've stayed longer! It was a peefect location and easy travel back and forth to the Trestles Pro, La Jolla, Encinitas,Oceanside etc. Thank you for the awesome home there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellant! Superb! Outstanding!

We stayed at this property for a month. Beautiful home, wonderfully decorated, super clean! The owner was always available for any questions or concerns. Wonderful location. So close to Solona Beach, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Oceanside. Don't hesitate to pick this one for needs in these areas! Wonderful stay.....we hope to be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cardiff house

We enjoyed staying at the house with our dogs, nice private backyard with a beautiful view of the ocean and sunsets.Great to communicate with George, we will definitely return.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Home for a North San Diego Getaway!

This home gets high marks for good reason. Great floorplan, backyard, and amenities. The owner is attentive and great to work with. This is our go to place for San Diego visits!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property for a family stay

Well maintained property with great indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. Very convenient location. We would definitely stay here again next time we visit the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

The property was clean and comfortable with a great outdoor space
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views of ocean! Well equipt kitchen

Our group of 4 felt like we won the lottery with this amazing home with distant views of the ocean from the kitchen window and an expansive view of the ocean from the rooftop patio. We loved the outdoor kitchen and bar for hanging out and remote work. Sunsets on the rooftop were spectacular. We are serious home cooks and the kitchen had literally everything we could possibly need cookware and tool wise. Cardiff was a great spot away from the crowds and traffic of LaJolla with quick access to beautiful Solana Beach and charming seaside destinations from Del Mar to Encinitas. We will stay here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great house for 6 people and great owner!

Stayed here with my parents and family of 4 for my nephew's high school graduation and it was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S., Denver, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay in Cardiff

The house was perfect for our stop in San Diego on our road trip. My husband and I stayed for 5 days and also worked a few days from home, even spent a few of those outside on the patio! The house had everything we needed to make all our meals and was the perfect layout for hanging out and relaxing. We can’t wait to return again, hopefully when skies are clear and we can catch the sunset from the upstairs deck!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B., Kennett Square PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

This place has it all! Great location, well appointed, and fabulous sunset views!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised!

Very clean home, just as shown in the listing pictures. View deck very cool with great views of the Pacific Ocean and sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay , beautiful home

Had everything we needed, was super clean and well appointed. The only issue we had was that the internet would drop at times, not sure this was in the owner's control so we didn't contact anyone about it. the house was gorgeous! Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic spot central to the best of North SD county

We stayed here for a wedding and other events. The kitchen is complete, the amenities fantastic and the communication great through the property notebook and host. Comfortable beds and gorgeous viewing deck with ocean views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cardiff By the Sea Visit

The home was very well kept and all items for a four day stay were in place. True ocean view from top-deck and nice back yard. This was one of the best homes we've chosen over the years. Hope to come back. The owner communicated well. Thanks George! Matthew S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cardiff

Property was very clean. Owner kind to let us in the property a little early. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly an amazing retreat!

I booked this rental for friends visiting from all over California, it truly was a retreat! They enjoyed the outside space, deck and huuuuge kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eliza H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

The house is nicely updated and well equipped. It’s in a nice neighborhood that is close to downtown Encinitas and the freeway as well as the beach. The only thing I would mention is that there is a natural gas smell in the garage. It’s not that strong and the owner was very responsive when I mentioned it and came to check it with a meter. We loved our stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G., Fullerton, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection!

Well appointed, higher end , gorgeous house with exceptional appeal and well loved. Very comfortable and roomy. No stone left unturned when planning furnishings. Light and airy. Outside seating/eating area lovely and the sundeck ...perfect! Quiet area within a mile to very nice beach which can be seen from the house. Amazing sunsets. Will definitely return. George is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, very good location, close to ocean.

We loved the house! Great beds for sleeping, great outdoor space for an 8 year old to play, very good kitchen setup and space. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home!

George was great to work with and very responsive. The house was clean, and the outside patio and rooftop deck were our favorite parts. Thanks for a great place to call home in the San Diego area for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A., Brawley Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

It was great and peaceful

Would stay again. Didn’t want to come home
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G., Tahoe, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house close to everything!

We had a wonderful time at the Cardiff house. The house was very clean and is only a mile to the beach, great restaurants, and shops. George was extremely responsive. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The best part is the upper deck with views of the ocean. We’d go up there every morning for yoga and breakfast, and at the end of the day for sunsets. If I were to mention any negatives it would be that you can’t regulate the heat in the house yourself. It has a set program, so if it gets cold, like it did when we were there, George will have to change the program to make it warmer from his end. Also, you can hear the Hwy which is just a few blocks down the hill. But we didn’t notice that after a while. We look forward to staying there again sometime!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a cozy town

I really liked this house. It's very spacious with lots of areas to hang out in, inside and outside. The master bed is amazingly comfortable and I really loved being able to access the backyard from there as well. The kitchen is stocked with plenty of pots/pans/devices which was a nice touch. There's a high chair and a packnplay in the garage which will be a lifesaver for anyone planning on bringing a little one. Check in was easy, house was clean and welcoming and the sunset view from the sun deck is not to be missed. I highly recommend this house and I hope to return some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay in Cardiff!

Great communication from the host, and an excellent location in a nice quiet neighborhood close to everything! Very clean with everything you need, for a comfortable stay with a great west-facing backyard and upper deck to enjoy the sunsets. We are two adults plus our two french bulldogs. Everyone was happy staying here. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in town.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022