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

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cardiff, CA
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪32 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

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
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
Ocean view

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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

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

Located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this cottage is near the beach. 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. Check out an event or a game at Del Mar Racetrack, and consider making time for Birch Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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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 by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of San Elijo State Beach, Self Realization Fellowship and Swamis Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Encinitas Community Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Patrick G.

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

Great place for adventure

This was a great place to stay with kids. We were central to a lot of fun, adventurous spots, and there is great food in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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

Noah B.

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

Wonderful fathers day weekend

Stayed here for Fathers day weekend, 2024. Wonderful location, gorgeous views, quiet setting. Loved our stay here, and would definitely come back. Easy walk to Cardiff Village or Encinitas, you wont regret choosing this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Amazing View!

The property was cute with a great location and amazing view! Beds were comfortable and nice to have 2 bathrooms.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

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

Amazing getaway

The location is perfect and the owner is so attentive! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa D.

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

Wonderful Property

We had a wonderful stay! Highly recommend this property for a small family or group of friends. The location and views are unmatched and the home is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

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

Beautiful Cottage!

Our group had the best time staying here for my sister’s wedding. Awesome view, location, parking, cleanliness, communication! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Perfect little getaway

This is a charming little cottage, with beautiful views! It is on a busy road, but the view makes up for it. It was nice that we weren't far from coffee shops, shopping or restuarants!! We enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

Jenna C.

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

Wonderful views and location

This little beach cottage was absolutely perfect for our family with 2 young girls. Conveniently located to the beach, trails, shops & restaurants and you can’t beat the view! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

leslie w.

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

Darling Beach Cottage

I live locally and was looking for a place for my out of town family to stay close to me. This darling beach cottage was perfect. It was clean, had multiple decks where you can enjoy the ocean view and was walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shops. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

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

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

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests