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Ocean View Dream Getaway! Romantic Cardiff by the Sea

Holiday home with kitchen, near Moonlight State Beach

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Relax in our airy, ocean view sun room
Spacious, ocean view bedroom with french doors
French doors open wide onto the sunny  patio
Newly remodeled bathroon
Living room looking out to the sunroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 31250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
  • Place, San Diego Botanic Garden
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean View Dream Getaway! Romantic Cardiff by the Sea

RNTL-024778-2023

Welcome to our beautiful attached home in the heart of the romantic surf town of Cardiff By The Sea. Our home is a spacious, one bedroom, one bath, newly remodeled bit of paradise. Maximum occupancy (3), vehicle parking (1). It is decorated with a tasteful mix of old Mexico and Aloha spirit.



There are Saltillo tiles through out, a roomy and fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops and all the amenities. From your ocean view bedroom you can open double French doors and step out onto the tiled patio with adjoining lawn and breathe in the ocean air. You can enjoy your meals and sip wine in the ocean view sun room or on the deck overlooking the lush, colorful garden. Our lower garden includes an expansive lawn and a meditative koi pond. There is also a flat screen TV, stereo system, and overhead remote fans in every room and a gas BBQ on the deck.



Sunsets are incredible all year round and can be enjoyed wherever you are on the property. But better yet — why not walk to the beach and watch the sunset there? It will only take a few minutes to walk the two blocks to the beach where, besides sunsets, you can enjoy sunbathing, surfing, swimming, boogie boarding and scenic beach walks. There you can see dolphins, pelicans, various sea birds and even migrating whales — when in season. We also supply a beach parking pass so you can go to any beaches in San Diego. Our home overlooks some of the best surfing spots in California —Swami’s, Pipes and Cardiff Reef; all which are in walking distance.



The charming Cardiff by the Sea Downtown Village is only three blocks away. There you can visit the many restaurants, an upscale wine bar, Seaside gourmet market, boutiques, Iron Cross Surf Shop, the iconic Sunny Skys Bikinis and VG’S Doughnuts. One mike down the beach you can experience beachfront dining at the many varied restaurants.



Nearby attractions:

10 minutes – famous Del Mar Race Track, the village of Del Mar, the Belly Up Tavern, Legoland, the Flower Fields and strolling the San Elijo Lagoon Trails

20 minutes – Sea World, Torrey Pines Golf Course, Stephen Birch Aquarium, La Jolla, and hiking Torrey Pines State Park

30 minutes – San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, historic Balboa Park and Museums, USS Midway, Fisherman’s Landing Sport Fishing, Sea Port Village, the Gas Lamp District of downtown San Diego and Lindbergh International Airport

45 minutes to Old Mexico and 90 minutes to Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm.

Keywords: Ocean view, romantic, lush tropical gardens, twin home
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Beautiful koi pond, but not suited for toddlers
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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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 11 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Lounge Encinitas - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Waverly - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shanty - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View Dream Getaway! Romantic Cardiff by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Dream Getaway! Romantic Cardiff by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Dream Getaway! Romantic Cardiff by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Dream Getaway! Romantic Cardiff by the Sea located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Encinitas Community Park, Self Realization Fellowship and Swamis Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Cardiff State Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home in an amazing location! Would absolutely stay here again if I ever find myself back in San Diego!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great getaway!

The home was just as described. Roomy, well maintained, beautiful garden!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina E.

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

Lovely

We had a beautiful stay, owners right there, super nice couple, very respectful of privacy and place was really beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Great Location

This was a great location that was affordable for this area. Cute boho type apartment. Sweet backyard with fruits, trees and plants with a continuous sound of flowing water. Just lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

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

Better than the photos!

A lovely relaxing stay with beautiful ocean views and cool breezes. Everything was very well done. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K., Telluride

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

Cardiff Cottage

Great location -the hosts were so nice and helpful. It was perfect for our family. Hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P.

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

Anniversary Trip

Everything was amazing! It was our 1st wedding anniversary and we were so lucky to snag this spot! Karen and Craig were so kind and accommodating, the location of the house was perfect and we just loved it so much! We will definitely be booking again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer B.

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

2 day getaway

Perfect location. Beautiful view and vibe. Comfortable. Hosts were very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

A Lil' Piece of Paradise

A little home away from home, that looks better than the pictures. San Diego beaches in October are enjoyable with spectacular sunsets. Quaint shops and local restaurants are nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHARON M., PLANTATION, FL USA

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

Ted and Sharon

The house was just as pictured and very comfortable. It was a great location for easy day trips up and down the coast. We enjoyed the outdoor deck in the evenings and even enjoyed a glass of wine with Karen and Craig!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Peaceful hideaway

It was exactly what we were looking for on this getaway. Tranquil & relaxing with a garden that made it feel like a tropical vacation. Home was comfortable, clean & well stocked. Thought of little extras like reserved parking to make the stay so easy. Look forward to spending time here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Surfing and sunsets

Relaxation and views! Karen was wonderful and helpful. We enjoyed every minute. Will definitely return. Beach Pass was very helpful too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

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

Great place to stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

We were only there for a couple of nights. It was a bit pricey for that but we greatly enjoyed our stay. Spacious and peaceful. Easy to walk to beach, stores, etc.Be aware that the owners live above you and their dogs will greet you coming and going. Having the parks parking pass was great. The kitchen is well set up and the unit is nicely decorated. Bottom line: would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria F.

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

A Magical Place

A blessed stay. I hope to return sooner than later. Thank you Karen and Craig. Thank you Robin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Tropical hideaway

Wow! All as described and more. We were pleasantly surprised. What a special getaway in a beautiful, relaxing place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot say enough amazing things about this property. First of all-Karen and Craig were both absolutely darling. Very communicative and responsive. We also got to meet one of their doggos-they are in a side yard and are super friendly-which is always nice. The property has multiple outdoor spaces and multiple indoor seating areas. Very spacious. Ocean views. Adorable koi pond and the babbling water provides relaxing ambience while enjoying a frosty beverage outside. For those looking to book-the owners do live on the property (their house is above the VRBO) but it still felt very private and they were very conscientious hosts. Husband and I did an hour walk both days of our stay and anything you could want is walking distance-brunch, coffee, dinner, shopping, etc with a Vons just a short drive away. Excellent excellent 5 star location and hosts. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

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

Paradise Oasis

The pictures don't do the property justice. It is even more beautiful and magical in person. The owners of the property are delightful and incredibly helpful. The bed is comfortable, and the casita has everything you need for a coastal vacation. No need to leave the property to view the sun set into the ocean, but there are gorgeous beaches nearby and a great walking path one minute from the property. If you are looking for a little piece of paradise to relax and enjoy the coast, look no further! I will definitely return as soon as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

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

Peaceful setting

Had a very nice stay here. Hosts are gracious and responsive and helpful. The views are wonderful- it’s a very relaxing and peaceful setting. Tons of space and lots of places to sit and unwind. Be warned that in the mornings you can sometimes hear the hosts who live upstairs. Wasn’t a dealbreaker for us but for some it might be. Also my wife wished there was a full length mirror. Very minor point in an overall great VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

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

Wonderful place and location

A little bit of Mexico, Hawaii and Cardiff beach stirred together and you have this wonderfully eclectic rental. We were very pleasantly surprised that the unit was as large as it was. You can sit comfortably in the skylight covered area or outside under an overhang when it rains... yes it occasionally rains in SoCal. Big kitchen. When you wake up in the morning you can see the ocean from the bed! The location is superb, just minutes from the beach and local cafes. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marge P.

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

great getaway!

my daughter and i were in San Diego area to watch a family member play soccer in the ECNL championshipsthe pace was exactly as described and Karen was available for our questions we very much enjoyed our 5 day stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ira F.

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

Get Away

We needed some rest and got it. Great Loca you can train to SD, easy access to shopping. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Amazing view, location - everything!

I rented Karen and Craig’s beautiful apartment for 6 nights and everything was wonderful. They couldn’t have been friendlier or more accommodating. The patio and view are amazing and sitting on the deck enjoying the sound of the ocean while watching the hummingbirds flit around and the koi swim in their pool was so relaxing. The backyard is an oasis, complete with grill. I loved this place and would book it again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Peaceful Paradise

This home was a peaceful paradise—lush plants, a koi pond, sunflowers, and a garden buzzing with hummingbirds and birdsong. The ocean view was stunning, and the Golden Girls vibes gave the spacious-yet-cozy house a charming, nostalgic feel. It was one of those places that instantly slows your heart rate and reminds you to breathe. We left feeling relaxed, happier, and more connected to the beauty around us. A true gem of a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient stay in beautiful setting.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamella

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

Perfect for what we needed

Karen was a terrific host and provided great communication before and during our stay. The house was exactly as pictured, was very clean with fun eclectic decor. It was very close to the walking path that heads from Cardiff by the Sea to Solana Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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