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2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 200 5-star reveiws

Holiday home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Moonlight State Beach

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Private backyard
Kitchen in main living area
Private kitchen
main living area with private yard outside
 Moonlight Beach just 2 short blocks away

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main living area

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 200 5-star reveiws

After your first visit, you will want to come back year after year..........look at the many reviews. Encinitas permit #RNTL-007074-2016.

I do neet to inform you that the house just south of the rental is being rebuilt, and thus there is construction noise from about 8am to 4:30pm. The noisiest part, demolition, is over, but I can not predict what comes with each day. If you expect to do things during the day, it is not a problem.

The private 1 bedroom unit is very clean and has granite counter tops, fully tiled shower, landscaped private backyard, large dedicated parking spot right in-front, and Air Conditioning which is unusual for most rentals in the area.

Located in a quiet area it has a completely private backyard and entrance from the house it is attached to. It is only 2 blocks from famous Moonlight Beach, and 4 blocks old-town Encinitas. Encinitas is considered by many as one of the true gem beach areas in the county, providing many niche eating and shopping options.

Amenities include a queen sized bed, stone floor, and the entertainment system includes a 50 inch flat screen TV with access to see and record on DVR all local and standard cable channels, plus Netflix. Sit in your private backyard and have a meal the patio table.

We have had great feedback, just check out the comments left by our guests.

Moonlight is one of the most popular beaches in North County San Diego, with facilities that include restrooms, showers, volleyball courts, fire pits, beach rentals , children’s playground, and even a great snack bar! If you want a more secluded beach, just walk about 100 yards north or south on the beach.

Walk into downtown Old Encinitas and eat at one of the many great restaurants or shop at the small unique shops.

The unit has complete set of dishes, linens, towels, beach chairs, umbrella, and wifi. Also has private washer and dryer. Drip coffee maker with filters.

There is no bath tub, so for small children, it may not be a great place.

We are dog-friendly. The unit is best suited for small to mid-size dogs.

House Rules:
Must me over 25 years old unless I specifically approve
No events or parties.
No smoking in unit or in backyard.
Quite time after 10pm, this is a quiet neighborhood
Dogs can not be left alone (inside or outside) if they bark.
Couch needs to be covered if you have a dog, and not allowed on bed.

If this unit is booked for the time you want it, look at my other VRBO properties (#4054307, #821584 and #1537733) which are both 2 bedrooms and also located just a few blocks to the beach in Oceanside, just 10 miles north of this unit.




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
If approved in reservation. dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking on entire property including backyard

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave key on washer in garage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking (even in backyard) Quiet time 10pm - to 8am No extra overnight visitors unless pre-approved. Guests only allowed from 8am to 10pm.
Must provide a cell phone number Trash must be placed in Trash Cans located in Alley on north side No events
Guests with less than a 4 star average review rating are subject to review and may result in cancellation.

Important information

You need to know

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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number RNTL-007074-2016

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Encinitas

Located in Downtown Encinitas, a neighbourhood in Encinitas, this holiday home is near theme parks. While the natural beauty of Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Torrey Pines Golf Course. Check out an event or a game at Del Mar Racetrack, and consider making time for LEGOLAND® California, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 10 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buona Forchetta Encinitas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Juanitas Taco Shop - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 200 5-star reveiws pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at 2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 200 5-star reveiws?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 200 5-star reveiws?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 200 5-star reveiws located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Beacon Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Self Realization Fellowship are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 318 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room was great. It was private and very nice. The location was awesome and we could walk anywhere in Encinitas. The host checked in with us to ask how we were doing and if we needed anything. We would definitely come back and stay there again. It was a very pleasant stay and experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts, great place. Couldn’t have gone better.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Wonderful getaway

Nice location. Very accommodating. Would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

cory a.

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

Great location and easy stay!

Easy access to beach and restaurants. Great communication and follow through!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Great Spot

The location is perfect and the accommodations were clean and comfortable. It was perfect for what we needed! The onsite parking is a plus too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim p.

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

Great place for the kids two of us

The property is in the perfect location! Short walk to the beach and town. The house is clean, very comfortable and Warren was a great host whose communication was super helpful. I would definitely recommend and will not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz R., Danville

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

The Beach

This was our second time staying here and it was wonderful. Everything is so close and walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

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

Lovely place. We enjoyed our 4 nights there.

Great location in quiet neighborhood close to the beach. Property is private and has nice yard. We did not bring our 35 lb dog with us on this trip, but well-mannered pooch would have been welcomed there.Warren was an excellent host -- prompt, attentive, and easy to reach. He is very knowledgeable and gave good advice re: restaurants, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H., Chandler, AZ

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

Encinitas Delight

This was a return visit for us and was just as delightful as the first time! Thanks, Warren, for providing a wonderful duplex and a warm welcome 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

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

Great little place

Wonderful location. Very clean and comfortable. The owner checked to make sure we had everything we needed. Thanks, Warren, for use of all the great beach "toys".
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Sheri K.

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

Perfect weekend stay!

The unit is very nice, well put together, clean, and had everything needed. The small yard was perfect for our dog. The location is so convenient to the beach and shops at The Loft. The owners were communicative and available if needed. Will hope to stay again on our next trip to San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean prop. Easy communication with hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor D.

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

Great location

Although the unit is small, it was very clean and is well stocked with detergents, papergoods, and most any kitchen requirement. Meryl and Warren are attentive, responsive hosts who are happy to attend to any needs. The neighborhood is great! Easy walking distance to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin K.

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

Great Encinitas Stay!!

The unit is great!!!! Description online is accurate. Private parking, quiet neighborhood, easy check-in, fully updated and furnished unit. We walked 2 minutes to sunset everyday. Warren and Meryl were great hosts. We really enjoyed the use of the bikes and the private backyard. We hope to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E., Beaverton, OR

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

Great Encinitas Getaway

My wife and I loved our recent 5 night stay at this property, wishing we had booked a few extra days. The private back yard was a nice perk for us and our small dog. Conveniently located a couple blocks from the beach, shops and restaurants. This unit was clean, comfortably furnished, the kitchen was adequately stocked, beach chairs, cooler and bikes were made available and use of the washer & dryer an added bonus. Warren was a gracious host and we are already looking ahead to a future visit. Love our stay in Encinitas!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Excellent communication

We really appreciated the quick and easy communication with Warren. We ended up not being able to travel to San Diego due to the now–infamous Southwest ticketing debacle of December 2022, but Warren helped us to work out a solution that everyone was happy with. Next time we're in town we'll be staying there for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela V.

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

Fun getaway

My daughter and I took a quick getaway trip to the beach from the hot desert of Phoenix and this rental did not disappoint! The location was our favorite part. Literally a couple of blocks from Moonlight Beach. We walked there to watch the sunset most of the nights we were there. The amenities offered were great too. We had access to using bikes, boogie boards and beach chairs. The size was great for my daughter and I. I liked that we had our own private entrance. The property was a couple of short blocks from the Coast Highway, which offers all kinds of eclectic dining and coffee spots. The kitchen area was sufficient for what we needed to use it for and it felt like a safe area. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, pet friendly, fully stocked unit with everything we needed, ptivate yard and a wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Wonderful location, friendly hosts

The unit was clean and contained everything we could need or want. Walkability to beach, shops and restaurants was fantastic. I would return without hesitation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Nice cozy place close to the beach

Perfect place for couples that want to be close to the beach in a quiet neighborhood. Very clean, modern appliances, and a comfortable bed. Warren was easy to communicate with and very responsive. Downtown Encinitas shops and restaurants are right down the street, and grocery stores are close by. Will absolutely stay here again when we're in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

None N.

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

Wonderful

Lovely in law! Great neighborhood! Close to beach and shops! Will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Encinitas Bungalow

The property was clean and comfortable and the location was excellent. It was quiet and the little yard was perfect for our dogs. Warren made everything very easy from start to finish. He is an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyrene U.

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

The sweetest getaway location!

Warren and his family welcomed my boyfriend, dog, and I to stay at his amazingly located property. Perfect location - right next to Moonlight beach and downtown Encinitas. Barley drove our vehicle since everything we needed/wanted to explore was within walking distance. Warren was available to help with anything we needed. Amazing host and property (very cozy). 10/10 would come back! Thanks, Warren!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrique T.

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

Helpful host and beautiful location!

I had a wonderful stay at the moonlight beach house. Hosts were accommodating and helpful throughout my stay. The location is hard to beat! Great food and the beach is a 2 minute walk down the hill
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

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

Wonderful stay and wonderful hosts

Property was great - had a lovely yard and everything you could need for a nice vacation. The location is wonderful, but my favorite part was the hosts, Warren and Meryl. They were incredibly accommodating and very attentive for everything I needed. Thank you - will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Warren Goldberg

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I have lived in the San Diego area for over 34 years and in Encinitas for over 24 years. My wife and I grew up back in NY/NJ. I first visited the San Diego area while at Arizona State and immediately knew I found the place I wanted to live. I worked as an engineer.

Why they chose this property

Encinitas has a small beach town atmosphere, people are very friendly, and it has the best beach around. The rental unit is very private with its own entrance and typically I don't see our renters for days on end. But if you need something..I am close.

What makes this property unique

Take our beach bikes for a ride on the beach during low tide, it is a great experience. Also stream hundreds of Netflix movies at no charge.

Languages:

English

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