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Walk to the beach! The Moonlight Beach Bungalow - New Listing

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Large dining area/kitchen area
Cozy and classic coastal charm! Relax in this inviting living room, perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach.
Cozy and classic coastal charm! Relax in this inviting living room, perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach.
Roku TV & desk work station.
Work desk in living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5136.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Jack & Jill

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Walk to the beach! The Moonlight Beach Bungalow - New Listing

Experience the charm of a classic beach bungalow perfectly situated one block from the golden shores of Moonlight Beach and two blocks from the vibrant energy of downtown Encinitas. Stroll to an array of top-rated restaurants, charming boutiques, lively brewpubs, and inviting coffee houses—all just minutes from your doorstep. This thoughtfully designed retreat offers two spacious bedrooms, a comfortable sunroom with a cozy daybed, and two full bathrooms. Enjoy the convenience of a two-car garage for easy parking, while the heated outdoor shower is perfect for rinsing off after a day of sun, sand, and surf. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee with an ocean breeze or exploring everything Encinitas has to offer, this home is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and soak in the coastal lifestyle!

2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
- First Bedroom: King bed, smart TV, and a Jack and Jill bathroom with a double vanity and a tub/shower combo
- Second Bedroom: Two twin beds with a Jack and Jill bathroom featuring a double vanity and a tub/shower combo
- Sunroom at the entrance: twin daybed, no closet, privacy screen
- Hallway Bathroom: Includes a step-in shower, toilet, and sink

AMENITIES
- Outdoor dining table & seating
- Desk with a charger station for remote work
- Heated outdoor shower
- Board games & mini library
- BBQ grill
- Fully-stocked kitchen
- Dining area
- Washer and dryer
- Smart TV's
- Heating
- Beach gear
- EV charging outlet (240v outlet)

PARKING
- Up to 2 vehicles in the detached garage.
​​​​​​​- No driveway or street parking.

HOUSE RULES
- MAX OCCUPANCY AT ALL TIMES: 5
- QUIET HOURS: 9pm - 9am
- NO PARTIES, GATHERINGS, NO EXTRA GUESTS THAT OVER OCCUPIES THE HOME, OR EVENTS ALLOWED. Strictly enforced.
- THIS HOME IS DOG FRIENDLY: There is a $40 fee per night, per dog. Up to 2 dogs allowed. We only accept dogs. Please inquire about other pets allowed with our Reservations Department. Please note that on Airbnb these fees are collected after the booking has been paid and someone from our team will reach out to you to collect the pet fee.
- VIDEO & PHOTOGRAPHY: There shall be no video, still photography or film production of any kind without the express written consent of the owner. Fees apply.

PLEASE NOTE!
- Please take note that this home is NOT baby and/or child proofed. It is your responsibility to walk the home and/or property upon arrival, to make this space safe for your children. We assume no liability for harm/death to any baby or child staying or visiting this vacation rental.
- Please note that early check-ins and late check-outs are available at our discretion. There are extra fees for either of these add-ons when available.
- Exterior surveillance cameras are recording video 24/7. One camera is positioned above the garage, while another is on the side of the house, monitoring the front gate and a small section of the side patio (not directed at the patio table).
- A separate apartment is situated above the detached garage, with its own private entrance, patio, and parking space. There are no shared areas. The tenant parks on the side of the driveway, while you have access to the garage for parking.
- This home is near the train tracks so you will occasionally hear the train horns.

CANCELLATION POLICY
- A thirty (30) day notice is required for cancellation. Cancellations that are made more than thirty (30) days prior to the arrival date will incur no penalty, aside from a $500 restocking fee.
- Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay, that are made within 30 days of the arrival date, forfeit the full advance payment (not including deposit and cleaning fee).
- Cancellation or early departure does not warrant any refund of rent. If you wish to shorten your existing reservation with VRBKIM, and your reservation is further than 30 days away, we do charge a $100 restocking fee to make this adjustment.

PARTIES & OVER OCCUPANCY POLICY
If the guest violates any of our rules regarding noise, parties, or over occupancy, and the host receives complaints from neighbors, a $500 fine will be imposed per occurrence. In addition, should these allegations be found true, the guest will be subject to immediate eviction without a refund.

RNTL-024182-2023

Property manager

Vacation Rentals By Kimberly
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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Children

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No events allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number RNTL-024182-2023

About the area

Encinitas

Located in Encinitas, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Fairgrounds are popular area attractions. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Batiquitos Lagoon are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Leucadia State Beach - 8 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gelato 101 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to the beach! The Moonlight Beach Bungalow - New Listing pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Walk to the beach! The Moonlight Beach Bungalow - New Listing located?

Located in the heart of Encinitas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Beacon Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Self Realization Fellowship are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Fabulous!

Great host - responded quickly, and very accommodating! Location can’t be beat! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JC H.

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

Great house & location for family

Stayed at Renee’s lovely house in Encinitas with my family and had a great time. Great location. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Excellent Beach Stay

This place had everything we needed for a short stay. House was clean, well stocked kitchen and grill, garage for parking, outdoor shower and beach chairs, etc. The location is perfect and so close to moonlight. We enjoyed everything about the house and hope we can come back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

A wonderful beach house!

Our family had such a wonderful stay at this home! The location is awesome - a quick walk to the beach, or to downtown Encinitas to eat/drink/shop. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

PERFECT LOCATION!!

What a fantastic place! Loved this home and the location. Awesome space for older kids, so nice to have the separate beds and sleeping spaces. Absolutely perfect location, SO close to the beach, just a few minutes walk to Moonlight Park and Beach. Super close to restaurants, even a tennis court at the little park, so bring your rackets! We loved the boogie boards, beach chairs, bikes, and beach towels, plenty of everything! Loved relaxing and eating outside on the private spacious patio, such a treat, lovely, lovely space, would certainly stay here again. This is such a walkable lovely community, such a treat, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle J.

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

Perfect for us

This spot was perfect for our famiily including our little one. Short walk from the beach and town, we never had to hop in the car.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Amazing time steps to Moonlight.

Spent 5 days and made years of memories. Weather was not on our side but we loved it anyhow. Location was amazing and the house was all we needed for our family of 4. We will definitely come back in the warmer months and hope this house is available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great spot

The house is close to the shops and the beach. House was clean and furnishings were nice. Beautiful private patio to hang out in. Everyone had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We rented this house for a mini-reunion - and it was the perfect size, perfect location and perfect setting for our group of 50 year old college friends and some of our kids. Plenty of space to relax, catch up, share meals - or walk to shops, the beach or coffee. Directions and communications were clear and helpful - nice and thoughtful touches throughout the property made it a perfect weekend (or even longer) retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

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

Great location and gracious host

Great location one block to Moonlight and one block to PCH. Renee is super responsive and made sure we knew where everything was and were comfortable. Even left us a gift card to a local ice cream shop. I highly recommend this rental and would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Wonderful

We would definitely stay here again. Renee was great with her communication and flexible with our check in and out time. The location is close to the beach and shops. The house was clean and had a nice outdoor area..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Great Accomodations!

We selected this property for its location and layout. The correct number and size of beds is always important for our family of 5. The property manager’s instructions were prompt and well organized. The house itself has such helpful amenities (lots of beach towels, outdoor shower with hot water, soft clean linens, kitchen with many items for preparing meals.) We were so happy with the walkable location to the beach and restaurants. While we did have a rental car, it got to spend a lot of time in the nice clean garage. Thanks for a great stay Renee!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Fantastic!!!

This home is fantastic! Beautifully appointed and everything you need is provided for cooking. It is also so nice to have things like paper towels, Kleenex, shampoo, and other personal items provided. The location is perfect! Close to the beach and plenty of restaurants within walking distance. Renee is wonderful and very helpful in all her communications. The beds were very comfortable and the baths spacious. We enjoyed our stay immensely and will definitely return!! Thank you Renne!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Perfect family get away, close to the beach with lots of private outdoor space to play also

We love to visit Encinitas (our former home 10 years ago) with our family of 5 when we visit San Diego to see family and friends and this was by far our favorite rental property we have stayed in. It's price tag is well worth it, the short walk to the beach means that you don't feel pressure to stay all day and an just relax and not take all the things with you. The house is well and perfectly stocked with beach chairs, roll up beach mats, sand toys galore and plenty of beach towels! the outdoor shower was a favorite part of this house and made cleaning up the kids a much easier process after beach time! The kitchen was really well stocked with all the things we needed and there were some welcome snacks and sports drinks provided when we arrived. One of our favorite parts was how nice and private the yard is. We had friends and family visit and almost everyone commented on this. One thing good to be aware of is that the patio is not a solid slab, it has these decretive strips with bricks so adults and kids alike need to just be aware when walking, running, skipping, etc. ;-) Renee was super nice and came and took the trash and recycling bins out for us so we didn't have to worry about that either, she was super great with communication and very accommodating, definitely a fantastic host! Overall we were thrilled with our stay and plan to stay here on return trips. Food note: We did plenty of our own cooking but were really pleasantly surprised with the ease in getting very specific diet restrictions (gluten and dairy free) met at local restaurants which was super nice when we were exhausted and hungry from a day of fun.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Encinitas charm

This home provided my family with a wonderful 3 day weekend. Great location, easy access to beaches amd town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great family get away

We wanted a family trip close to the beach where we could relax together. My husband and I have 2 young children ages 5 and 2. The proximity to moonlight beach is great. We went to the playground there with the kids multiple times a day. The house is fully stocked. Nothing was needed. You can tell the owners of the rental property take pride in their house. We felt very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

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

Lovely Beach House & Great Location

We had such a relaxing, quiet, fun stay at this lovely, well-kept beach cottage snuggled right in the hear of Encinitas. Great house with happy vibes for our family of 5 with a fully-stocked kitchen. The owners have thought of everything! The host was quick to reply and thoughtful about our stay -- welcoming us and responding to any questions. The location cannot be beat - stroll to the beach or dinner, walk to your morning coffee at Lofty and the best is falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the waves. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Wonderful

We loved our stay here. Everything was exactly as it said it would be. Renee was thoughtful and responsive and the property was so great for our little family of five.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best beach house ever

We couldn’t have asked for a cuter house or a better location - two blocks from Moonlight Beach, and two blocks from a wonderful coffee house and plenty of other shops and restaurants. Renee was such a thoughtful and gracious host, and we can’t wait to come stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Great home would stay here again.

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

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

Perfect family beach home

Beautiful place with all the right amenities. Set up well with lots of beach toys and goodies. Quick, easy communication. Right near beach and great places to eat. Would absolutely stay here again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ronda L.

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

Moonlight Beach

The location is great! Short walk to the beach and to shops and restaurants! The house was perfect for my family of 6! We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Great place in great location

Went for a quick weekend getaway. Instructions and getting in were super easy. Lots of thoughtful touches and amenities on the inside to make for an easy weekend. Location is perfect, can get to beach and anywhere in town easily by walking. Outside patio is great too. Really great place. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grace K.

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

Lovely Beach Retreat

Very much enjoyed this sweet house. The deck and patio are lovely as well. Beds were comfy, and location was peaceful other than the train in the distance which you get used to. Walking distance to eateries and Moonlight Beach. It rained during our stay and the house proved cozy. Nice TV setup with all the bells and whistles. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

jamie g.

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

Great location

2nd time staying here. Fantastic location, close to everything. Easy walk to beach and great set up for our girls. Will come back again for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

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