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Charming Casita in Sleepy Beach Community

Holiday home with a hot tub, near Moonlight State Beach

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Casita surrounded by Palms and Plumeria.
Entry to casita over the Garage
Romantic Master suite with walk-in closet and bathroom with all amenities.
Panoramic view of living room and kitchen.
View of kitchen from fireplace hearth.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming Casita in Sleepy Beach Community

Beautifully furnished romantic casita, located on gated grounds, just a short walk (6 blocks) to downtown Encinitas, Moonlight Beach and train station.

After a day of enjoying surf and sand indulge in the diverse restaurants, coffee houses, and shopping Encinitas has to offer. Legoland, Del Mar Track, San Diego Wild Animal Park, Petco Padres Ballpark, Gaslamp District, Old Town, Cedros Design district, and Del mar Racetrack are also just a short drive away. Bicycles available for cruising Encinitas.

Onsite parking. 1 bedroom with walk-in closet, beautiful bathroom w/shower, fully appointed modern kitchen (stainless steel appliances, blender, coffee maker, iron, toaster) living room with large TV, WiFi, breakfast bar, and very large deck overlooking grounds. Ideal for barbecuing or or just relaxing. Fully equipped with teak eating and lounge furniture. Ceiling fans in both living and bedrooms.

As of 1/1/2009 the City of Encinitas has added a 10% tax to all rentals less than 31 days for the purpose of restoring the beach sand. All proceeds go to this effort and we appreciate your support. The tax will be added to the rental rate.

453 Oceanview Terrace
Encinitas, CA 92024


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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Open stairs leading up to deck.
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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

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 deadlock
Property Registration Number RNTL-020793-2022

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 and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad State Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Torrey Pines Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at San Diego Polo Fields or Frontwave Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Leucadia State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 15 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buona Forchetta Encinitas - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Casita in Sleepy Beach Community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Casita in Sleepy Beach Community?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Casita in Sleepy Beach Community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Casita in Sleepy Beach Community located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Moonlight State Beach and Beacon Beach. San Diego Botanic Garden and Self Realization Fellowship are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 186 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

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

Awesome stay

The casita is welcoming and a perfect Encinitas getaway. Eric is a great host.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roland S.

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

Business trip to SD

Great place. Very clean and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Lovely little place

Just spent 5 nights at this lovely little Casita. Had a relaxing time and loved the location! Walking distance to downtown Encinitas, Moonlight Beach and some amazing restaurants. The Casita is located at the end of very private street, was fully equipped with everything that you could need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

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

encinitas

Great time. Very nice casita, clean, on dead end street, quiet, couldn't be better.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kali M., Denver, Colorado USA

Stunning apartment

The Casita was beautifully decorated and maintained. We had lots of privacy and were just a 5 min drive or 20 min walk to the beach and downtown area.

10/10 Excellent

Aria F.

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

Great location

The casita was super comfortable and very easy to access. Our host was great and very friendly. They have a dog that is super sweet but as long as you ignore him he’ll just mind is own business. Location is walking distance to moonlight beach and downtown Encinitas. Would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Thank you

Nice stay in Encinitas. Doris and Eric were helpful and made my stay pleasant. This property is unique and Beautiful. Bravo the boxer was absolutely wonderful and he was an added bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

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

Exceeded Expectations—Wonderful Stay!

The Casita was beautiful, clean, well maintained and extremely welcoming and comfortable! Eric, the host, was very personable, friendly and super helpful with knowledgeable of the area and generous in every way to ensure that I had a nice stay at the casita and in Encinitas. He even brought me local produce to share! I really loved being greeted by Bravo when I would come and go as well. Thank you so much Eric, Doris and Bravo for helping make my stay so wonderful and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arnold M.

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

Refresh

I stayed for 30 days and it felt like it went by in a week. It was located close to everything that you could need, most importantly the ocean and the unique town of Encinitas. By close, I mean walking distance! Doris and Eric were accessible and responsive making the logistics of the trip easy. Bravo, their dog, was a plus who was hard to leave, and I’m not a dog owner. All in all, a terrific stay for my peace of mind and well being!
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet F., Surrey, BC, Canada

Relaxing Retreat in Coastal Beach Community

We enjoyed an idyllic eight days at the Casita in Encinitas, and have returned home with our batteries fully recharged! Eric and Mandy are friendly and welcoming hosts, and the casita is beautiful. The fully stocked kitchen allowed us to prepare some of our meals on site, the bed is very comfortable, the front deck is an oasis for reading or just relaxing with a glass of wine. We used this as home base and explored surrounding beach communities and gorgeous San Diego, with all it has to offer. It was delightful to return home each evening to the comfortable casita. We'll be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ed O., Fort Collins, CO/USA

Nicely Decorated

The unit was described well. It is within walking distance to the beach and train. (Less than a mile). Eric was available to answer any questions. The one negative was we stayed in August and the unit got very warm. We had to keep the windows open for some breeze. The noise from Hwy 5 was very loud and disturbing. We found it annoying sitting on the lovely patio due to the highway noise.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016

8/10 Good

Diane Y.

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

Home Away From Home

We stayed here for 2 weeks. The Casita was sunny - never needed lights during the day due to so many windows, yet still felt private. Well-appointed so easy to find needed utensils for cooking, towels, laundry, etc. Host was communicative and hospitable, checking on us almost every day with recommendations of places to go, to eat, and things to do. Parking was easy. The 4-year old boxer was very friendly - we're dog lovers, but if you are not this might not be for you. The hard scape is beautiful and about a 15 minute walk to Moonlight Beach. There were a few minor issues, some of which were taken care of, some not. We would have liked (but not a deal killer) a full length mirror, a toaster oven, and a broom. There were plenty of other cleaning supplies. Overall, we have no problem recommending this place.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ken T.

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

Special casita

Great place (much nicer than the VRBO photos). Great neighborhood. And Encinitas is a very special place.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Cozy Setting

Small casitas for two with all the amenities. Nice seating area outside. Great shower and comfortable bed. Close to the freeway, but it didn't bother us. Enjoyed a full day at Moonlit Beach. Liked how convenient it was to get there from our place. Our son and daughter-in-law live in the area, so we are planning to be return guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy r.

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

Best place ever!

This place has everything anybody would ever want in a VRBO home! The kitchen has everything you need and the bed is super comfortable! This thing that stands out the most is Eric the Vrbo! He goes out of his way to make sure you stay is so comfortable! His dog is super friendly and us every day we come back home! The beach is so close you can walk or you can take the bike for a nice little ride! Such a beautiful place and great location! You don’t want to stay anywhere else! Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

California the old school way

Great getaway spot in one of the best spots in North County. Eric and Bravo (Hosts) are awesome. The only bad thing about this property is the parking. Its not the hosts fault, but the neighbor. I have never met anyone so upset about a parking spot. Someone needs a hobby. Definitely will be going back to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kirk s.

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

Beach life

So I stayed at the property for the whole month of August! I thought the location was great. It’s just right up the street from the beach Eric’s dog Bravo is great we visited a lot lol it was an easy check in. Eric is a really great host we got along great so all in all, I would stay there again I love the town of Encinitas And this place works just fine. It’s a real nice place. I really enjoyed myself. You can’t be going to the beach every day, so thanks again for the great stay you guys I will see you soon!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lawrence F.

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

Ocean view Terr

Beautiful casita, very nice landlord and I truly hope he can work out the parking situation with his very unreasonable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David C.

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

Encinitas ADU

I loved the property, the owner, his kids and dog. The property has a very nice expensive architecture and landscaping and Encinitas is awesome. The only reason this is not 5 stars for everything is the proximity to the freeway. When you are inside you could consider it white noise, but outside it is pretty noisy. I would go back though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shirley c.

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

Great location

Loved this cute Casita. Eric was very friendly and we loved his dog Bravo!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Encinitas casita

Delightful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denice W.

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

Encinitas Getaway!

We stayed the week here & was good central location for going into San Diego or visit north to LA -the weather was great & host was ready to answer any questions we had -highly recommend this awesome Getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Good Find Close to Moonlight Beach and Encinitas Town

I did not want to rent a car for my week-long stay so this property was nicely located within walking distance to the many of the cafes, restaurants, and beaches I wanted to explore. The property has a nice kitchen and is comfortable overall, with a great private porch. Owners were responsive to texting and questions. I recommend, especially if you like to walk rather than drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Steve A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Grumpy and unpleasant host

The host was so grumpy, insulting, and unpleasant that I left after the first week of my intended month-long stay. Avoiding the host was not an alternative because he lives on the property and there were ongoing problems with his large, undisciplined dog who has free run of the property. The dog jumped up on me repeatedly when I was outside and frequently ran away when I opened the gate to take my car out. The host got angry with me when the dog got out and blamed me for the dog's misbehavior. He was unwilling to make reasonable accommodations, such as restraining the dog or putting him in the house during the few times of the day when I needed to use my car. Not being able to come and go without getting into a shouting match with host was not my idea of a relaxing stay at the beach.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Cozy casita

Loved staying at the casita. Short walk to downtown, restaurants, grocery store and ocean. We love to walk so for us walking 1/2 mile to everything was easy. The casita has all your kitchen needs it really is well stocked. Eric who lives on the property that is separate from the casita, is very accessible and is very helpful.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Doris Arterburn and son, Eric Arterburn

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We bought the property when our Grandson was born in Encinitas and fell in love with the prospect of our son living in the main house and having a place for us to stay when we visit.

Why they chose this property

We loved the 1940's villa main house with the unique private 1 bedroom casita over the garage. The grounds are beautiful and the area is somewhat secluded in a residential neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful second story Casita setting overlooking Encinitas Beach community with endless sunsets and large deck for outside activity.

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