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Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear!

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An outdoor dining area with two white chairs, a fire pit, and a table set for two with plates, cutlery, and candles.
A residential property with a wooden fence, palm trees, and a staircase leading to a green door.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A pathway leading to a house with a dark exterior, surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden fence.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cardiff State Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Cardiff, CA
  • Place, Eli Howard Surf School
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, San Elijo State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Westfield UTC are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California. Travelling with kids? Consider Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin'. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Cardiff, CA

What's nearby

  • Eli Howard Surf School - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Elijo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swamis Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Encinitas Community Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 9 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shanty - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Breakers CBG - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Best Pizza & Brew Cardiff By The Sea - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear! located?

This family-friendly Cardiff-by-the-Sea holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cardiff State Beach, San Elijo State Beach and Swamis Beach. Encinitas Community Park and Elks Lodge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 133 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 133 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best place !

The place is amazing !! They thought of everything . Great location . Can’t wait to come back .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Well appointed conveniently located to services markets restaurants Binder packed with info on activities restaurants conveniences Garage filled with bikes beach chairs and other accessories Comfortable layout with well supplied kitchen
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely awesome!!

We cannot recommend this property enough!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hosts, great place!

We loved our time here! Keith and Stacy were friendly and responsive. The outdoor space was perfect for hosting small gatherings. The neighborhood was very walkable. All around, great rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic location

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Cardiff Bungalows. The location was awesome & walking distance to beaches, food and Seaside market. They allowed our dog, which made it great. Thanks.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comin back to Cardiff!!

The bungalow in back was great. It was stocked with everything you need. I SO appreciated that. The communication with the hosts was awesome. Any questions I had were answered immediately! Also appreciated all the toys provided for gettin around town and the beach. I would definitely stay again. The bungalow made my stay visiting my daughter wonderful. Thanku everyone!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Bungalow

We enjoyed our stay at the bungalow. Stacey met us at check in and gave us a thorough walk thru of the place! You cannot ask for a better place to stay. Very clean, organized, and had everything that we needed. The outdoor space was so relaxing, great place to eat dinner and enjoy the evening by the firepit. The location is excellent, easy access to the interstate and to the scenic highway. There is a grocery market and several restaurants within walking distance. Keith is a great host, checking in with us to make sure everything was fine during the week. Don’t wait, reserve this place now!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Modern, comfortable and walkable

We were fortunate to stay here, nestled within a mini-forest of mature plants including palm trees and jade bushes. Modern and comfortable, there is thoughtful attention throughout the dwelling.The two bedrooms were great for our family. The eat-in kitchen is organized and well appointed. There is even a table for outdoor dining, and a fire pit. The neighborhood is quiet and tranquil, yet a 4-minute walk from shops and restaurants including the stellar Seaside Market. They have an unexpectedly ample selection of delicious prepared goods. Across the street from the shops is the coastal rail trail for bikes and pedestrians. It extends north and south for miles along the Coaster railroad, and beach. Access to the beach is about a 10 minute walk.We hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Bungalow!!

My wife and 20-month-old daughter stayed at this wonderful bungalow and Keith made us feel at home right away. Within hours of being there my wife and I were already talking about coming back. Keith was extremely helpful and the property has everything you need. I mean everything you need, from health and beauty items you may have forgotten to pack to laundry detergent so you can do a load of laundry. Keith and his team have great attention to detail! The bungalow was extremely clean and the furnishings were very nice and comfortable. Amazing location right near the beach, as well as shops, restaurants, grocery stores etc. all within walking distance. The property also has beach cruisers and an Instep bike trailer for toddlers which worked great for us when we went on a family bike ride. In addition to the cruisers there are surfboards, boogie boards, wetsuits, beach chairs, and more all for your use while staying at the property! Can’t wait to return!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cardiff by the Sea

Hands down the best VRBO experience we have ever had.Kieth and Stacey had every angle covered. We were comfortable and treated like family from arrival to our departure. We are customers for life!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful host and location

Keith was a wonderful host and always available if needed. A welcome basket with goodies was so sweet. Little thoughtful touches made the space special. Plenty of kitchen tools to cook at home. They even had a vitamix. Beds were very comfy. We also appreciated all the beach supplies. The area was nice and quiet. Walking distance to the market, beach and restaurants. We definitely will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

This property was the easiest, most well-organized, supplied, and owner-communicative that we have encountered in any rental we have stayed. There was no item or detail overlooked and we appreciated the qualityl inens, furnishings, and supplies. If you are planning on preparing meals, all details from sharpened knives, has stove, grill, and complete cookware and crockery is supplied. Location to grocery store, restaurants and coffee in less than 5 minute easy walk. Thank you for such a lovely, relaxed local beach stay. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

We had a really nice time there. It was quiet, quick access to the beach and other places!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time

Keith goes above and beyond into making sure his guests have a good time. The organization of the property is top-notch with a small booklet for suggestions of things to do and information about everything that may be needed during the stay. The house is located at the heart of Cardiff by the sea with walkable access to San Elijo beach/Cardiff state beach which makes it great for a beach getaway. The house itself is equipped with everything we needed to have a good time. Keith is a very pleasant person, made sure to show us around and give us pointers to ensure me and my parents have an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood that was conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and the beach. We made use of the surf and boogie boards. The house was well stocked and clean. The owner was very accommodating and provided great recommendations for things to do and places to eat. Great family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay--exceeded expectations

The property was just perfect for our family of four (2 kids ages 3 and 6). The outdoor space was excellent, every little detail was taken care of, the neighborhood was super cute, quite and walkable and the hosts were super friendly and responded right away with any questions. The best equipped rental we've stayed in ever!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great place !

great!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

Calming

Everything was as described and then some. Not my first time in Cardiff and certainly not my last. I will be staying at this great find going forward. Thanks a Keith.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fun visit

We had a great stay here. It was our second time visiting. Walking distance to the beach and some restaurants. Clean, well equipped and great movie selection for our kids when we weren't at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Bungalow

Stacy and Keith really thought of everything when it comes to the customer! I have never stayed at a rental that had every amenity, and we took advantage of them all. Surfboards, beach chairs, and boogie boards made for a blast at the beach. We rode the bikes to Encinitas for cocktails and dinner. Played a cut throat game of Perudo in the crows nest, and chilled by the fire catching up with our kids. We were here only for the weekend, but Stacy and Keith made it easy to pack a lot into our short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The place is fantastic!

Seamless. Keith is awesome and has set this up as a perfect Cardiff beach rental. Super clean and everything is well thought out. We took complete advantage of all the surf gear and bikes. Thanks for a great stay. Well he back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations

Everything was fantastic and the perfect beach vacation. Can’t wait to return and stay in the same house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our getaway to Cardiff

From the moment we stepped into this property, we knew our stay was going to be special. Upon our arrival, we noticed a welcome basket with snacks and drinks. The garage is fully stocked with bikes, surfboards and more. We spent hours around the fire pit at night enjoying dinner and roasting marshmallows. They were very communicative throughout the process and checked in during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. It was all the extra little details they thought to add that made our stay really memorable. We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and easy bungalow

We really enjoyed this house. Keith & Stacey were excellent hosts. We had no complaints.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It’s all there!

The owner thought through every detail to make the stay enjoyable. The house had all the right little things for easy living.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
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