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Moonlight Seaside Retreat | Oceanfront Living in Encinitas

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A beachside patio with a sofa set, a table, and an umbrella.
An outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean at sunset, featuring a table with a bottle and snacks, and a lounge chair.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view of palm trees through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the ocean, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Moonlight State Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, D Street Viewpoint
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Encinitas Surfboards
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Encinitas

Located in Downtown Encinitas, a neighbourhood in Encinitas, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Ready for a night out? Consider Elks Lodge and The Sound. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • D Street Viewpoint - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Encinitas Surfboards - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 14 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Puntamar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Serrano's Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Moonlight Seaside Retreat | Oceanfront Living in Encinitas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Moonlight Seaside Retreat | Oceanfront Living in Encinitas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Moonlight Seaside Retreat | Oceanfront Living in Encinitas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moonlight Seaside Retreat | Oceanfront Living in Encinitas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Moonlight Seaside Retreat | Oceanfront Living in Encinitas located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Encinitas Surfboards. D Street Viewpoint and Beacon Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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. 32 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our family reunion.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Encinitas beach house! Walking distance to cute shops and eateries, and Moonlight beach! The house was stocked with everything you need for a day at the beach (boogie boards, surf board, umbrellas, towels, etc), and also everything you need to relax in the evening (all the kitchen supplies and utensils). 10/10 highly recommend, will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with great ammenities. The description of the house was accurate. We enjoyed sitting on the patio and watching the kids swim, fish and surf while we could enjoy sand free. Sunsets were magical. Everything that we needed was within walking distance, wonderful vacation. Perfect location for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is one of the best we have ever stayed at. The location is perfect for walking to everything- beach, downtown and shops. The views from every room are spectacular, and the decor of the house is next to none. It doesn't feel like a "rental". The pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the home and location. Hearing that it felt more like a home than a rental is one of the best compliments we can receive. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We really enjoyed the stay. The views are outstanding and easy to walk to stores, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2024
Awesome! Thank you for your feedback!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

We had a wonderful stay! The location was perfect, and the view was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2023
Thank you Angela :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Encinitas stay

Beautiful house. Excellent location!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2025
Thank you so much, Edward!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home and amazing location. We hap
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2025
Thanks so much Erin. We are so happy hearing your great experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfy and unbeatable location!

House was well stocked, and clean. Amazing views and location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Look forward to having you back! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Trip

Great location. House has a lot of room and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2025
Thank you for staying with us Patiance!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Outstanding!This is hands down one of the best vacation rentals our family has ever stayed in. From the moment we arrived, we knew we had found something special. Perched on the cliffs overlooking the Pacific, the panoramic ocean views are simply breathtaking. Morning coffee on the patio and sunsets over the water quickly became our favorite daily rituals.The home is spacious, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully stocked with everything you could possibly need. The kitchen is fully equipped, the furnishings are comfortable, and there was more than enough room for everyone to spread out while still enjoying time together.The location is unbeatable. In just a few minutes, you can walk to the beach for a day in the sun or stroll into downtown Encinitas to enjoy an amazing selection of restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and local boutiques. We hardly used our car all week.If you’re looking for the perfect family getaway, this is it. Incredible home, spectacular views, unbeatable location, and wonderful memories waiting to be made. We’ll absolutely be back and can’t recommend this property highly enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing views & great location!

With 3 kids (5 to 9) this house worked very well - lots of room & fantastic deck!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2024
Thank you so much for your feedback! Please stay again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach and Baseball

We visited for a week of beach and baseball and it was great. We hope to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Awesome!! Thank you Steve :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

So Cal Moonlight beach

The house location, view, bedding, linens etc. were spectacular. So close to restaurants, shopping, beach. Will definitely be back. Management team very responsive and helpful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT HOME IN A GREAT LOCATION

We travel to California every year with Friends & Family. This home, location, beach & town have been our favorite one over the last 5 years. Plenty of space in the home with great views! Plenty of towels, beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards were really nice additions. The local area/restaurants were also great. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Thank you so much John! We are thrilled to hear this kind of feedback. We hope to see you again, next time!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

House review

Loved it! Amazing views and well equipped. Easy walk to beach and Encinitas shops and restaurants. Super nice! Thank you!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a place!

Property was better than advertised! One of the best locations you can get and the house had a fantastic vibe. Couldn’t recommend this place any more. Views were off the charts and it was stocked with all the immediate needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2025
Wonderful to hear! Thank you for your feedback and please return anytime!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Vacation Getaway

Amazing location and home! Breathtaking ocean views from many parts of the home and beautiful deck. House is also beautifully designed, great appliances, very clean. Most difficult part was leaving. Fantastic, relaxing stay...can't wait to go back!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

GORGEOUS

An absolute gorgeous house, five stars all around from the Surf Style Vacation Homes management to the location to the views. It was a real treat for our children and grandchildren.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Incredible Vacation

From start to finish all 12 family members had an incredible stay at this ocean front beach house. The Surf Style managers made arrival and checkout very smooth, we enjoyed being so close to Moonlight beach for our kids, and the house itself was simply amazing. We plan to return next year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely home on the ocean

Was a comfortable clean home with beautiful view and right by the beach. outdoor area is not what is reflected in images. furniture was mostly covered and put away, not super clean outside. enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2024
Thank you so much, Maria! Ourdoor furniture is covered to keep outdoor furniture clean prior to guest arrival - but these covers can be removed. Any cleaning issues we are happy to return and reclean if notified by the guest. We are so glad you found the home clean & comfortable!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Encinitas

Beautiful view, quiet neighborhood. Very nice beach nearby, and easy to walk into town. I'm guessing the home is not very active during the winter rental season, so we incurred a few minor maintenance issues - thus the 4 star rating.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2023
Thanks for informing us of the sink drain, Ron! This is super helpful as it helps us to improve & maintain our homes at a high level. Rest assured our plumber took care of the drain. We hope you otherwise enjoyed your stay here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

World class surf and beach access

Location, view and property manager communications and engagement were all-time awesome. So many great shops and great food within walking distance. Generous beach accessories available for use in garage. Exceptional artwork and decor - no surprise I suppose in Encinitas!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed this home & its location. Happy to host again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moonlight Beach Magic

With school right around the corner and a birthday celebration to be had, we pulled the trigger on an amazing stay at Moonlight Beach. We had a large family of 13 that we fit into this home and it had plenty of space for everyone. The views of the beach from the kitchen made the chore of washing dishes very enjoyable. Whether relaxing in the living room with the super comfortable couch or enjoying the ocean breeze from the back patio, you were enjoying a slice of heaven on earth. The location was the best, steps away from the beach but also walking distance to some great food and fun stores along the coast highway. Our family enjoyed our stay and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
Thank you so much Malan! We are so so happy to hear that the home was enjoyed so much by your group. We'd be happy to have you back! Thanks again for the review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Gorgeous, Prime location close to the beach

this house was a great home for our large family to stay in - lots of space to spread out from the first floor casita to the three upstairs bedrooms. the flexibility to prepare our own meals and have space to spread out inside and outside was wonderful. Very close to walk down to Moonlight Beach- Garage offered a parking spot plus the driveway allowed for up to two more. Great location to beach and to walk to ice cream each night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2024
Thank you, Ashley! We greatly appreciate your feedback
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