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Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District

Vacation home near Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 393 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Encinitas

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Encinitas vacation home, you'll find Self Realization Fellowship and San Elijo State Beach. Also, Swamis Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • San Elijo State Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 11 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Herb & Sea - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rosemarie's Buns & Brews - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District

Welcome to the PBC in Encinitas Historical District, North County Coastal San Diego. Enjoy this quiet house in the best and most centric place to stay for the North County San Diego Coastal experience! The PBC is a modern & spacious 1,000 sq. ft. freestanding beach house situated within a 10,000 sq. ft. lush tropical palm grove. There are over 200 palm trunks offering filtered shade and tropical ambience accentuated by the light ocean breezes passing through the palm leaves. The entire property has been designed with excellent attention to detail, amenities and your privacy. Imported Indonesian furniture from Bali makes you feel like you are on your own private island!

The PBC has about everything you would expect in your home and immediately makes you feel comfortable and at ease. High open-beam vaulted ceilings incredible modern yet subtle indirect illumination, lots of natural day lighting from the seven sky lights, great professional cooking facilities and luxurious linens! The PBC has had the rare distinction and verification by the original VRBO Bear as a Top 1% Listing when VRBO had the program!!!

Great tropical outdoor living areas provide amazing retreat and entrainment options. The front fire patio with its outdoor fire place chimney is surrounded with relaxing deep seating arm chairs creating the perfect day & evening garden fire-side lounge. The rear fireside Tiki-deck provides a perfect fireside dining and cocktail spot as well as a peaceful morning coffee venue. The new TIKI-TUB (Deeply Relaxing Hot-Tub for All Humans) is available for your exclusive enjoyment. Enjoy your own private hot or cold soak in the cowboy style "Tiki-Tub" just off the master bedroom with its own outdoor fireplace and real gas tiki torches! Take it all in & enjoy the ample on site retreats spaces that take you away from your daily life to somewhere special!

The PBC is an ideal escape for 2-3 adults (or 2 adults +1-2 children <12yrs) looking for a high quality resort style property on a personal (non-hotel) scale in the best of locations! PBC's web site has many links and local activity details too! The PBC is within the Walking District of Old Down-Town Historic Encinitas provides a fantastic coastal community experience. Walk to all local restaurants and beaches or grab the original 1970's Schwinn beach cruiser bikes for a local spin along the beach or to a local spot. Try long boarding on one of the surfboards or grab the beach gear and hit the sand! Everything you need is waiting for you to walk in and feel immediately at home. Enjoy the best of all outdoor lifestyle in coastal Southern California! Stay local and be local.. You are a native in your home town!

Many friends love visiting repeatedly! If you see short availability windows between bookings on our calendar, please feel free to inquire via mail about last minute & sub minimum stay occupancy opportunities! Make sure to watch the PBC video tour and also take the PBC Google 360 property tour! Feel free to inquire or book the PBC knowing it will be a neat and safe place to visit!

The PBC is considerate of current events and provides you with an extremely clean free standing cottage with indoor and lots of exclusive use OUTDOOR spaces for working or relaxing in a comfortable atmosphere.

Welcome!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • 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

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
See Welcome Guide for Additional Detail
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Futon, Sofa. or Air Mattress. w linens

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RNTL-000167-2013

Property is also known as

Plantation Beach Cottage House Encinitas
Plantation Beach Cottage House
Plantation Beach Cottage Encinitas
Plantation Cottage Encinitas
Plantation Beach Cottage
Social Distancing Seclusion Retreat @ Plantation Beach Cottage

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.2 mi (18-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from San Elijo State Beach and 13-minute walk from Swamis Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District to downtown Encinitas?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Encinitas.

Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a perfect stay. The house is very well appointed, well-maintained and included every amenity that you would hope for. Owner communicated very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We continue to come back to this rental because it's by far the best place we've ever stayed. We love all the amenities in the lodging; the fire pits, the tiki tub, it's all just so incredible relaxing and serene. Eric, Anne, and adorable pup Juan are fantastic hosts and always responsive. Best of all this place is always spotlessly clean. We can't wait to come back and enjoy this rental again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property management lives nearby and are nice and communicative. Place has a lot of charm and is plenty of space for 2, even the kitchenware is top quality. Location is hard to beat in Encinitas, walkable to restaurants and the beach and between the 5 and 101 but not too close to either. Would book again
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor, great landscaping, great amenities, great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The moment you step through the front gate, the cottage grabbed you with the beautiful tropical manicured yard, then to step into a tropical themed cottage that was cute and cozy. Eric has spared no expense in providing his guests with all the amenities and then some, to the wood burning fireplace, the cute hot tub off the bedroom and an amazing well stocked kitchen! Thank you for making our stay memorable, A hui hou!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The location was perfect, close to everything. The cottage was cute and had everything needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cory a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing space and vibe

Incredible setup with everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage and a great location. Eric is a superb host. Would definitely return in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brewer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Great location, beautiful home and property. Couldn't have asked for more in our short stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

We had a wonderfully relaxing stay af this amazing home in Encinitas. Quiet neighborhood, walkable to everything, and great accommodations. We’d love to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Home

Amazing location…Everything was great, we really enjoyed our stay. Eric was very accommodating and we loved the tiki tub and Juan!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location and Accommodations

Really enjoyed our stay! Eric’s place is perfectly located and has a wonderful vibe. Especially enjoyed Juan, one of the goofiest/ friendliest dogs I have ever met. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dave b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great stay in Encinitas

Really nice--and comfortable house. Kitchen has everything needed for cooking. Nice fireplaces (inside and out) and a cool small hot tub.And great to meet the caretaker--Juan the black lab!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sinisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in greater San Diego

Thanks Eric and your dog Juan for a wonderful five days in your Plantation cottage. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week for our family

Thanks Eric and Anne for a great week! Property was beautiful, Juan was a treat, and the hosts helped us roll with a few hiccups along the way. Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical getaway

Such a romantic and cozy place! Juan the lab greeted us and helped us eat bacon. Would highly recommend and would stay again! Lazy Acres has great food to cook in the fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

encinitas stay

very pleasantly surprised as to the quality of the home.. all amenities were top notched.. cottage was very cooly decorated, bed was comfortable. ,, outside living area was quiet and relaxing.. could not have asked for a better accomadation...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding place great location for a Encinitas.

Fun, comfortable, inviting, well equipped great location, nicely decorated beach pad. Good Internet & AV. Nice sitting areas in front and back. Stayed for five nights. Had a great time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

justin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As Advertised

Perfect all around, reviews are reality…perfect place to unwind
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother's Day Weekend Stay

Great time. Great place. Great location. Whether you are out of town checking out San Diego or you live in the city and need a staycation...this is an excellent option. My family of 4 had a great time hanging at the house and it is an excellent base of operation for exploring the beach communities. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We loved our stay at Pacific Palm Grove! The cottage and grounds were just beautiful...so well-designed, well-equipped and comfortable. And we so enjoyed walking in the historic neighborhood..such an eclectic array of homes with pretty gardens and foliage. Gorgeous beaches nearby too, and a lovely botanic garden. Great restaurants and cute shops in the area. Our host, Eric, was incredibly helpful and nice. We'd go back in a minute!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So relaxing.

This was our second time to stay at Eric’s Palm tree oasis. We are so comfortable there, feel so relaxed, and love the vibe. I made sure to use the patios more this time. At night, we lit the awesome fireplace in the living room. He made some nice updates with the surround sound and ambiance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a Workcation & Surfcation

This property has everything you need to work (incredibly fast WIFI), relax (loved the soaking tub), surf (very close to Swamis), and cook (incredibly well appointed kitchen for a rental - sharp knives and cast iron?!? Amazing). I want to keep this place a secret, but that wouldn’t be fair! We will be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect relaxation

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful stay at the PBC and can't wait to come back and stay again in the future. We loved all the incredible amenities (tiki tub, fire places, tiki torches, etc.) And the town of Encinitas has everything you need and more. Perfect location to access a walk along the coastal rail trail or wander into the center of town and visit great local restaurants. A short drive from San Diego, but you feel like you are in an island oasis away from it all. This place is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding tropical oasis! Loved every minute!

From the moment we stepped onto the property, we knew we had picked an extraordinary haven for our visit. We walked through the door to the sounds of Hawaiian music, we scanned the room to find a unique, spectacularly decorated, inviting backdrop for our time near the beach! Eric, our host, was incredibly friendly and extraordinarily helpful. The stay was restful, the atmosphere was charming, the host exceptional! We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023