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Cardiff Beach Cottage, Unobstructed Ocean View, .5 Miles to Sand!

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cardiff, CA
  • Self Realization Fellowship
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cardiff Beach Cottage, Unobstructed Ocean View, .5 Miles to Sand!

Family-friendly cottage across from the ocean in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Come enjoy this freshly updated, retro beach cottage just a half mile from the sand and a 10-minute walk to Pipes (Cardiff State Beach) and Swami's Beach. This is a beautiful section of the coastline, and this home offers miles of beautiful Pacific views. You can stroll on the lovely walking and bike path from Cardiff to Encinitas. If you'd rather, you can relax without effort on 2 well-furnished ocean view patio decks.

Just a few steps from the great room is a long deck with high top stools and a wide railing, just right for morning coffee or an evening libation.
The second patio deck, down a few stairs, offers a stunning unobstructed ocean view and is the perfect place for a barbecue and outside dining for 4-6. A comfortable fire pit cluster is the perfect place to watch the glow of the fire and
the sunset at the same time.

This two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,400-square-foot, single-story cottage has had some modern updates and sports all new furniture both inside and out, all of which will delight the pickiest of guests. The great room, with a large window flanked by original stain glass overlooking the awe-inspiring Pacific Ocean, sports a large TV and a cozy and comfortable seating cluster.

A view-dining alcove has a ceiling fan to keep you comfortable at all times. The kitchen has all the modern conveniences you expect, making it easy for you to create meals and snacks. All you need do is add the food and the camaraderie and enjoy yourselves.

This home has two bedrooms - a king primary bedroom with an en suite bath with a shower/tub combination. The second bedroom has a queen bed and there is a kid-friendly loft with a queen foam mattress and a full sofa sleeper in the living room.
The second bathroom is shared, and all beds and bathrooms are furnished with an ample supply of premiere linens to ensure your ultimate comfort. Additional amenities include a washer and dryer for your convenience and WiFi and cable.

There is a kid-friendly loft with a queen foam mattress and a full sofa sleeper in the living room.

You are within walking distance to the Cardiff Town Center, home of the famous Seaside Market (Cardiff Crack), VG's Donuts, & many restaurants and cafés. Enjoy easy driving proximity to LEGOLAND, downtown, and many other world-class adventures in the greater San Diego area.

Outside there is plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy one another with a multi-level deck with an outside dining area, barbecue, and a comfortable fire pit seating cluster.

The backyard is well landscaped and maintained giving you the feel of the beach surrounded by lush landscaping and colorful plants to delight your senses. This cozy original cottage has all the charm you need to make this a perfect, and easy vacation destination.

This home sits high on a hill and may not be suitable for everyone as there are stairs to the entry and the beach.

THINGS TO KNOW
This home is west of I-5 and is on a fairly busy street.
There are two additional units on this property that are occupied year-round. The stairs on the south side of the property are the long-term tenant's access to their units.

This home is located in a quiet neighborhood and is only suitable for quieter groups. Our rental agreement includes a no-tolerance policy regarding excessive noise, occupancy, and/or parties. Deposit forfeitures and/or evictions are strictly enforced.

This home is managed by the family owners.
Encinitas permit number: RNTL-025649-2023

Parking notes: There is free parking for 1 vehicles. Make sure to park far right not blocking garage door.

Guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

Property manager

Lynn Adams
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

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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 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
PARKING: Make sure to park far right side of parking area - make sure not to block the garage door. Do not park in front of mailboxes.
10 pm starts quiet zone Please respect the neighbors and keep noise at a minimal level
Rinse sand outside! Please, use the front hose located by the guest parking to rinse sand before showering to prevent drain congestion.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number RNTL-025649-2023

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Cardiff-by-the-Sea is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Batiquitos Lagoon are also worth visiting.
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Cardiff, CA

What's nearby

  • Encinitas Community Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Confessional by The Lost Abbey - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪V.G. Donut & Bakery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pipes Cafe - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardiff Beach Cottage, Unobstructed Ocean View, .5 Miles to Sand! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cardiff Beach Cottage, Unobstructed Ocean View, .5 Miles to Sand!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cardiff Beach Cottage, Unobstructed Ocean View, .5 Miles to Sand!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cardiff Beach Cottage, Unobstructed Ocean View, .5 Miles to Sand! located?

Situated in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Eli Howard Surf School, San Elijo State Beach and Self Realization Fellowship. Swamis Beach and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

Cardiff Magic

Enjoyed one lovely week with my 9 yo and hubs. Amazing location and killer outdoor space. My son was enamored with the loft bed we dubbed his "nest". Highly recommend the space!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

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

Best host and beautiful place!

From the moment I had contact with the host I knew I picked the perfect spot! Beautiful, welcoming, peaceful! Do cozy! Beautiful sunsets right out the front window or on the front deck! So grateful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

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

Amazing views!

We had a wonderful stay at this cottage in Cardiff! Lynn, Kit & Tyler were very responsive and awesome hosts. It was the perfect home base to visit our family in Carls Bad. Our 20-something sons loved the proximity to 2 great surf breaks and my husband and I loved the walking/biking/running path to soak up the views and pick up some famous VG donuts on the way home. Excellent experience all around, will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Cozy get away

Great location, cute home, great communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Cardiff Delight

This well-kept home is in a perfect location to enjoy Cardiff, Encinitas, and Del Mar. Great communication with the owner. Everything is just as it is listed in VRBO. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholai H.

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

California bliss

Amazing view, spent as much time on the porch as possible soaking it all in. Location was great with a kid - easy walk to Encinitas and Cardiff. Place was super spacious and well equipped - hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Imran J.

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

All about the views!

The place was fabulous with wonderful ocean views. The cottage was very well situated and everything was clean. The host was gracious to accommodate a late check out. We had an amazing time. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Perfect beach VRBO

Amazing location! Had a great time surfing every day and walking to shops and restaurants for great food. The home was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Well stocked kitchen and great to have washer and dryer. Thanks!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha L.

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

The Best of Southern Cal

After a wild week throwing a major national conference of educators in Anaheim, we found this cozy seaside cottage to be the perfect restful place to recharge our batteries. The tastefully outfitted vintage place was everything we needed, both physically and naturally, as we visited our favorite old friends and place in an area we know well. Fabulous beaches, dramatic sunsets, great restaurants, diverse hiking trails... all right there. The thoughtfulness and hospitality of Kit and crew added to the feelings of returning home. Thanks for a perfect stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

geoffrey m.

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

Heavenly cottage

Great location, weather, owner, views , clean and comfy.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Beautiful Sunsets

A great Host. A great house. A great location. Could not have been happier
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUCY L.

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

Excellent weekend

Beautiful view, great location, loved the interior, every detail was taken care of down to the first aid kit! On site property managers and owner were wonderful and helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Ideal location and cozy accommodations

The location was perfect. A 10-12 minute walk to the beach, grocery store, dining, shopping--Swami's Beach, Cardiff Town Center, and downtown Encinitas. And the weather was perfect for walking everywhere. We even took the Coaster train from Encinitas to downtown San Diego. The beach cottage was cozy and relaxing. Plenty of room for our family of four. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. The cottage was very clean and well maintained. We needed assistance with an item and the on-site person quickly responded and fully addressed our need. We'll definitely be back. We really enjoyed our time at the Cardiff Beach Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon z.

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

Family visit

Nice property, a few steps but managed ok.good parking. Just wish we had some sun but the cloudy conditions made it feel cozy and comfortable. My sister and brother in law loved watching the parade of walkers. Good assortment of appliances and although we did not cook it was nice to have options. Would certainly consider using again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Love!!!

We were excited to be back home and stay in Cardiff and this rental did not disappoint!! Great location! Very clean and plenty of room for our family of four. Lynn and Tyler were great hosts and the communication was perfect! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Wonderful

The cottage was so clean and decorated so cozy. The view is amazing with the best sunset views. The train wasn’t an issue at all. I would definitely recommend. I would book again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Grandpa’s 90th Birthday in San Diego

I booked this place for my grandparents and mom to celebrate my grandpa’s 90th birthday in San Diego. I live in San Diego and this location was perfect, walking distance to downtown Encinitas, ocean views, and outdoor space for BBQing. From the moment my booking was confirmed, Lynn made sure I knew there were stairs leading up to the house to ensure my grandpa would be able to take them. We enjoyed BBQing on the front deck, hanging out around the fire pit, looking out over the ocean. Lynn was very responsive throughout the entire process - from booking, answering questions during our stay, and after as well. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

This view!!!!!!!!!!

Perfect vacation place! Would highly recommend to anyone who want a relaxing holiday with an amazing sunset view. And walking distance to the Beach and Encinitas city.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mercys M.

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

It's all about the view

We had a very pleasant stay at this cottage. The view was stupendous. Lynn and Kitt and Tyler were all very helpful and available. The beds were very comfortable. Lots of towels. All the kitchen items you would want, such as toaster, coffee maker, pots, pans, etc. They thought of everything you would need: beach towels, oscillating fans, tv in living room and main bedroom. There were a few downsides: the outdoor deck, stairs, handrails, gate were termite infested and splintering. After two very large splinters in my hand I learned to not touch them. When I saw the picture of the back garden I thought it would be a nice place to sit and have a cup of tea. The garden doesn't look anything like in the online photo. I suspect they are in the process of redoing it because it is simply not the garden that is online. Other than these two bits, we did have a great stay and I will say it again, the view was wonderful and the hosts were very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

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

Fabulous vacation

It was very pleasant place to stay. Youngest grandson spent all evening on top place. Breakfast on deck with ocean view. Lunches with gentel breath from ocean. 12 minutes walk to Swami beach and 15 by Cardiff Train Trail to plaza with strabucks and market. Evenings on deck. Watching sunsets, stars and moon. And just few trains, if you like them. Kitchen with good collection of cooking tools.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

alfred B.

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

Family Get Together

Great visit. The house was convenient and comfortable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

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

Excellent

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick N.

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

Perfect location

We loved our stay here! Great location, great deck for great views and extremely comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark Z.

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

A wedding west coast style

Excellent location. Charming cottage with all the necessities. Property needs updating/ deferred maintenance. Rotting deck, splinters, etc. bathrooms are tired. Everything works and it was certainly adequate for a family vacation. Owner could not be more pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan t.

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

Reunion

Perfect house for a girls’ reunion. We chatted away in the darling breakfast nook. Thank you for a lovely getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lynn Adams

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We are a Southern California family who have enjoyed many years of love, laughter and fun here. We trust you will be enjoying our much loved family home as much as we have. Please enjoy your vacation home while you create your own special memories of sun, sand, sunsets and yummy food. Take photos, think of us and return often.

Why they chose this property

We came to Cardiff Beach Cottage and fell in love with the sweeping ocean views. We were then swept off our feet by the magical morning sunrises, noon sunbathing and evening sunsets all in one beautiful spot. Our family has been here since the early 1970's.

Languages:

English

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