10/10 Excellent
Becca F.
5 Aug, 2025
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Becca F.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Cardiff by the Sea Casita
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Encinitas, CA
- Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens3 min drive
- Moonlight State Beach3 min drive
- San Diego Botanic Garden4 min drive
- Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)12 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Cardiff by the Sea Casita
Our sweet casita is a 800 square foot one bedroom loft like grannie flat.Lots of privacy and natural light, private enclosed yard for pets and everything you need for a beach stay. We are west of 5 in the Composer District, walking distance to beach, parks, seaside market and campgrounds. Washer and dryer access in main home can be scheduled. Great for Surfers, Skateboarders (Encinitas Community Park aka Poods) is walking distance. Also dog park.
Property manager
Charles Smith
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
About the area
Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this holiday home is 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. Surfing/body boarding offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Encinitas, CA
What's nearby
- Cardiff State Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Self Realization Fellowship - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Moonlight State Beach - 3 min drive - 4.9 km
- San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Carl's Jr. - 2 min drive
- El Pueblo Mexican Food - 10 min walk
- Sushi Lounge Encinitas - 16 min walk
- Plant Power Fast Food - 18 min walk
- Pacific Coast Grill - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Charles Smith
We are a surfing family who have made life long friends hosting in our beloved space. We like sharing all of the fun and adventurous things North County living has to offer. We are special hosts on that other platform and happy to now be on VRBO
Why they chose this property
We love Cardiff and proximity to activities. Likes of walking and biking options. Easy short distance to beach and shops allowing you to go days if not weeks with out having to get in a car.
What makes this property unique
Proximity to beach, parks and basic needs. Green space with real grass! Trees and good space for visitors and animals. Appreciation for the quiet neighborhood and willingness to be helpful in exploring Encinitas.
Languages:
English
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