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Floating on Top of the Ocean

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A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach.
A spacious room with large windows overlooking the ocean, a sliding barn door, and a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed with blue and white bedding, and a wooden ceiling.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located right on the beach, this vacation home offers breathtaking beach views. It accommodates 7 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy outdoor activities like surfing and swimming, and unwind on the patio. Nearby attractions include Beacon Beach and Leucadia State Beach.

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand

    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Leucadia State Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Air-conditioning
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Beacon Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Leucadia State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Floating on Top of the Ocean

Perched above the bluffs & overlooking one of San Diego's top Surfing locations - Beacon's Beach. Just 4 house separate you from the entrance to Beacon's access point. Enjoy endless sunsets, and sit down view of the surfers both from the balcony and inside the home - in the living room and Master bedroom. This upstairs duplex unit lives like a single family home, with private access, separate driveway with 2 dedicated parking spaces including a 2-car garage. Fully upgraded, furnished interior - with designer finishes throughout. It is a truly magical place that you will not want to leave.
Short Term Permit number: RNTL-033157-2024
We have minimum stay requirement of week-long rentals which primarily have check-in and check out days on Saturday; based on minimizing long calendar vacancies.
For stays over 31 day, no short term local tax is due. Please send us an inquiry message and we can remove the tax from those longer stays.
Special Monthly rates are as follows for stays 31 days or longer;
Jan- March: $14K, April-May: $15k, June: $23K, July: $30K, Aug: $26K, Sept: 18K, Oct-Dec: $14K
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1334684vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Encinitas

Located in Leucadia, a neighbourhood in Encinitas, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad State Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider The Sound and Del Mar Highlands Town Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Beacon Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Leucadia State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grandview Surf Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Encinitas Surfboards - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 14 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puntamar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Juanitas Taco Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick & Hawk - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Floating on Top of the Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Floating on Top of the Ocean?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Floating on Top of the Ocean?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Floating on Top of the Ocean?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Floating on Top of the Ocean located?

Located in Leucadia, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Beacon Beach and Leucadia State Beach. Grandview Surf Beach and Encinitas Surfboards are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorial Day getaway

amazing views
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prime location and views

Great location in nice surf town, on the best street in Leucadia. Unblocked views of the ocean and beautiful sunsets. Property was clean and stocked with everything needed. Walkable to coffee and shops. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach house

The house was beyond our expectations!! Amazing view of the ocean and so nice to listen to the crashing waves. The place was clean and roomy for all of our family! It had all the house and beach amenities we needed. It was a quick and easy walk to the beach, restaurants and shops. We definitely hope to come and stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

College trip

Had a wonderful time. The house is clean and beautiful and the view is spectacular. The location is perfect - walkable to everywhere. Jenn (house manager) was terrific. Would absolutely go again. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Home was very clean. Beautiful ocean view just like the pictures show. Owner was excellent to deal with. Note the coastal train comes through so there is some noise from that. Home is fully stocked with everything you need and has plenty of beach toys as well. Very close to great restaurants, coffee shops, etc. We had an excellent stay and didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Encinitas Thanksgiving

The property was a fantastic location, we ran into some maintenance and cleanliness problems at the property. They were addressed by the manager. Overall we had a good Thanksgiving vacation with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2025
We truly apologize for the inconvenience of the maintenance issues that you experienced during your stay. We always strive to give guests a 5 star experience and are very sorry that we were not able to do so based on the unforeseen issues. We appreciate your understanding.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glorious Retreat

We treated ourselves to a weeklong stay at this property to celebrate a special wedding anniversary. This truly is a special property. The ocean views are amazing, the condo is beautiful, and the location is highly desirable. The condo is well-equipped with everything one needs, tastefully decorated, and with comfortable beds. There are a lot of things to walk to within easy walking distance. This is one of the best rental properties my wife and I have experienced and we recommend staying here with no reservations whatsoever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Beautiful!

Gorgeous view out of this beautiful property. I spent hours just watching the surfers who were directly outside our location every day from dawn to dusk. The place was immaculate. The property manager was very responsive, great to work with. Already planning our next visit.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best ocean views ever!

I stayed here for 8 nights with my 2 oldest (adult) sons. We can’t wait to return. Our weather wasn’t the greatest, but the house was cozy and comfortable. The instant fireplace was a bonus. The kitchen had everything we needed. House was stocked with basic supplies. The location couldn’t be beat. Parking was easy - we had 2 cars. The master bathroom was special. Ocean views while showering! There is even a pull-out sofa bed in the very large living area. My son chose to sleep there rather than the triple-bunk bed room, which would be great for a family with smaller kids. We left the bed open, as there is also a cozy sectional couch in front of TV. Communication was easy with property manager. Did I mention the views? Cannot be beat. We loved everything about this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing niche on the dunes of a spectacular beach

My family and I just spent 5 weeks here and had an amazing time! We we’re originally booked for 4 weeks but extended it another week. The rental has gorgeous views from the living room/family room and the master bedroom, we saw dolphins and there’s a constant full line up of surfers to watch all from the living room.
Stayed 36 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, stunning views

My family and I stayed here for ten days and had a wonderful time enjoying Beacon’s Beach, the local places to eat, and the incredible views! Being able to use the garage was great, and there was one bike, four beach chairs and boogie boards too—great for those of us flying in. Communication with the owner was easy, she was very responsive and considerate. We would stay again, thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excelente en cada sentido de la palabra

Estuvimos pasando unos días en esta casa de Leucadia, la verdad que fue una experiencia increíble. La casa está divina y muy similar a como se ve en las fotos. También tratar con Jennifer fue increíble, siempre servicial. Muy, pero muy recomendable, y ojalá podamos volver pronto. Lo único mejorable la presión de la ducha, el resto 5 estrellas. Gracias Jenny!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Spot in Perfect Location

Perfect location for a Leucadia vacation - walking distance to both shops, restaurants and coffee shops as well as a stone's throw away from Beacons. Beautifully remodeled interiors and the primary bedroom is absolutely stunning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unbelievable oceanfront experience!

My husband and I stayed here for a month to kick off our retirement and what an awesome experience it was. The views are mesmerizing! One of the most relaxing and beautiful settings we could have hoped for. Jen was extremely responsive to all of our needs and any issues we had were rectified very quickly. She is very easy to work with, from getting the reservation established (which required some flexibility during covid and Jen was very accommodating) to being accessible and responsive during our stay. We can’t say enough about the amazing views and updated interior of this place. Waking up to the ocean every morning from the master bedroom, to watching the dolphins play in the surf, to catching beautiful sunsets in front of the huge windows everyday is something that will stay in our memories forever. The kitchen is very spacious with two sinks and ocean views from every angle, it’s a chef’s delight. Some noise from the nearby train can be heard in the guest room so earplugs might be suggested, but the ocean drowns out the sound in the master. The beds are extremely comfortable and the place was well stocked with linens, toilet paper, soap, shampoos and other cleaning necessities. This was truly a magical experience for us and we will definitely be back for another stay! Thank you Jen for a wonderful stay in your beautiful slice of heaven.
Stayed 32 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely fabulous place!

Our family stayed here for a week and enjoyed every single day of our stay. Jennifer made everything so easy and was great to communicate with. The view is spectacular and the huge windows made you feel like you were on top of the ocean. Feels brand new inside with beautiful finishes throughout. The photos don't even do it justice. You will not be disapointed. Awesome location with easy access to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jen Gates

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We are looking forward to sharing our dream home with others who will love it as much as we do.

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