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Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views

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Sunset view from the balcony
Ocean Views from the Deck
Outdoor dining
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to San Elijo State Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • Place, San Elijo State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Eli Howard Surf School
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views

Ocean view 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath twinhome in Cardiff by the Sea. Panoramic views from the deck, living room and kitchen. Partial ocean view from the master bedroom balcony. This well-appointed home boasts granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Newly furnished as a vacation home. Minutes from world-class surfing beaches. Walk to the village of Cardiff for shopping and restaurants.
If you like the horses, we are located only 3 miles from "where the turf meets the surf", Del Mar Racetrack.

This Stunning Cardiff Ocean view home location that will provide you and your family the ultimate vacation experience..

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please hang up used towels on towel racks or over shower doors so they can dry and not get musty. Turn off all exhaust vents or heaters in all the bathrooms.
Please be sure the air conditioner/heater is off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please keep the noise level down when out on the deck. We ask that you come inside after 10:00 p.m. as it is a quiet neighborhood. No candles.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1046507vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 natural beauty can explore Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach. Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Cardiff by the Sea, CA

What's nearby

  • San Elijo State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eli Howard Surf School - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swamis Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Encinitas Community Park - 3 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 11 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Breakers CBG - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shanty - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Best Pizza & Brew Cardiff By The Sea - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cardiff Beauty with Ocean Views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from San Elijo State Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Del Mar Fairgrounds. Cardiff State Beach and Encinitas Community Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

Philip S.

Comfortable home.

Enjoyed our stay in this property. Convenient to the beach (walked with stroller and grandson) and to the highway. Well equipped kitchen and the rooms and linens were very clean.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
I am so glad you liked your stay. Please come again when your back in town. Andrea Johnston
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

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

Fantastic!

This is a great place. The view is beautiful, the place is well suited for a great getaway. The owners were great to communicate with as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

The home was a perfect location to enjoy the sites along the nearby beach!

Beautifully furnished. Loved watching the waves along the beach and the sky in both am and pm from the front deck. We had a hummingbird that perched on a branch across the street every day - What a treat! Beds were comfy. Kitchen had everything we needed to enjoy breakfast every day and the grill was used the final evening to create a delicious feast. Having filtered water from the fridge saved us from having to buy extra bottles. Overall we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this home! We hope to come back someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Ann, Thank you for the review and so glad you enjoyed your stay.. Please let me know when your back and town and you want to rent again... Andrea Johnston Property Manager...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

You can't go wrong!

Kelly's property has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. They generously stocked everything from toiletries to pantry staples. The rooms are spacious and the beds are very comfortable. The best part is the location and the incredible view! The neighborhood is very quiet and easy walking distance to the beach, restaurants and market. We had a couple small glitches but these were managed well with prompt communication.
Stayed 31 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

doreen h.

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

Great place near the beach!

Owners were very helpful and responsive to any questions- even when the answer was obvious! Kitchen was great!! Enjoyed the stay very much.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Better than we expected

Great place nestled in a quiet and quaint neighborhood just a short walk from the beach and lots of restaurants and shopping. Property had all the amenities and was very comfortable. Owners and management were extremely responsive and we highly recommend the place. Sunsets from the deck were spectacular!!!
Stayed 42 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elonia M.

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

Paradise!

We fell in love with Cardiff staying here in their lovely home. The view was spectacular. It was even more beautiful than the photos and we would have gorgeous sunsets each day. The house itself is spacious and clean with a kitchen outfitted for cooking. The location is great! 10 minute walk to the beach and nearby spots like Seaside Market (famous for their tri-tip!). Ideal for spending a lot of time outdoors, either by the ocean or on running paths in San Elijo Lagoon. The hosts are wonderful and incredibly responsive and warm. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 36 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Fred T.

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

Beach View

The property is in very good condition with a lot of space. The deck is good size with a great view of the beach and white water.
Stayed 60 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Christmas in Cardiff

Please list our 5 star review with all the rest. This was by far the very best experience we have had with a rental property. This was a wonderful house for us to celebrate Christmas with our adult children. The house was so well equipped we did not need anything else. Owners were great and very helpful. We had a great vacation. Steve Rooney
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Successful Surf Trip with 3 year Old

This is a great spot for a family basecamp adventure in Cardiff. We were thankful for the respite from the rain and enjoyed the good value and proximity to the beach as well as the park where we were able to walk easily with our 3 year old. The home was clean and the Kitchen well stocked. With views to the ocean. We'd stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Great little house, perfect location, great ocean view!

We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Very Comfortable

Nice organized kitchen, everything in working order, beautiful views and lots of extras to enjoy the beach. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

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

Great location & View in Quiet Neighborhood

Our family really enjoyed our stay at this property! Some of the BEST parts about the rental are its views of the ocean, location close to the town of Cardiff and the walking trail (We walked or ran every day), and its proximity to a couple of beaches (We did drive, not walk. They are 1/2 - 1 mile away and you have to cross Highway 101). In addition, the owners have so many amenities in this townhouse. We found the kitchen completely stalked with paper goods, cleaning supplies, and basic cooking needs including seasonings, coffee, filters, tea. All we really had to buy were the perishables that we were going to consume while there! There were plenty of bath and beach towels. Because we were there for a soccer tournament, we also appreciated the availability of the beach chairs! (2 low slung folding and 2 camping style canvas). There is not a yard at this townhouse but the view from the upper level balcony was wonderful and the ocean breezes delightful. My only caution would be to anyone concerned about stairs. There are stairs from the street parking spot up to the front door. The two main bedrooms are on the entrance level and then there is another flight of stairs up to the top level where the common living areas are and the third bedroom and laundry room. The parking spot behind the townhouse opens to this top level. The neighborhood is quiet and not much traffic. We would definitely stay here over Encinitas or Carlsbad!! Thanks for a great rental!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Great lots of fun!

Great central location, great views and sunsets. The place was clear, neat, and improved nicely. Check in and out was seamless as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Perfect for our family

This was the perfect place for our family’s annual summer vacation in the Encinitas area. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed. I love that it was a short walk to the beach, the Cardiff Seaside Market, Starbucks, and restaurants. We hope to come back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Sanjay R.

Fantastic views!

Outstanding property with everything included. Upper floor deck with panoramic ocean views. Equipment for enjoying the beach included. Excellent accommodations and outstanding location in a peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Terrific home and location. We plan to come back to it.

The home had a lovely ocean view and nice front decks, walk to town and beach location. Cardiff is still that village feel. The house was clean and kitchen was well equipped. Could have used beach chairs and more towels in general. Kitchen is a nice remodel and good gathering spot, great room has an open cottage-like feel with ocean views. All the beds were supportive and comfortable. All in all a wonderful experience.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Willa D.

Great house, great view.

We very much enjoyed our stay, the view of the ocean from the entire main floor is terrific. Every evening we loved watching the sunset. The house is well equipped and has very comfortable beds. Good location, easy walk to the beach, and our grandkids loved the local park and playground. I would highly recommend this house for anyone wanting to stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Christi G.

Wonderful Condo!

The property was clean and spacious! It was a great area with a short walk to the beach and then can walk or run for miles. Easy access on and off the I5 with grocery stores within 10 minutes away. We enjoyed watching the sunset every night on the patio. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin M.

Terrific View

A nice and perfect house to stay in Cardiff. It has everything you need, the kitchen is fully equipped. You can easily walk to Seaside Market and some other great restaurants, cafés, bars and of course the beach within a few minutes. We had such a wonderful time there and enjoyed the daily ocean view and its stunning sunsets. We would come back at any time.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Gorgeous get away in beautiful Cardiff!!

Beautiful property, absolutely perfect for our family of four (with two teenagers). We felt right at home, the furnishings are lovely and comfortable, and there was every amenity we needed to make our week long stay completely enjoyable. The location is wonderful for walking to the beach, the local grocery store (Seaside Market - I highly recommend!!), Starbucks, the Pipes diner for breakfast, any number of restaurants for dinner, and is a very short drive to any number of seaside towns that are fun to visit and shop at. The weather was a lovely break for us from Phoenix, and we thoroughly enjoyed the sound of the ocean as well as the view from the balcony and the living room every day/night. We will definitely be back as often as possible. Andrea, the property manager, was a pleasure to deal with and is super easy to reach with any questions. Thank you for proving such an amazing place! We will certainly cherish this vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Michelle, I am so glad you had a enjoyable trip.. .... It was a pleasure to have you and your family there. Please let me know when you want to book again.. Andrea Johnston..
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Cool ocean breeze

We loved staying in Cardiff. It was an easy four block walk to the beach and we could even hear the ocean waves from the unit. We had an unobstructed ocean view from the top floor. Restaurants and the upscale Seaside Market were even shorter walks than the beach. The property was clean, well-maintained, and stocked with kitchen essentials. We didn't have to rely on street parking as there were two spaces for alley parking. Linens and towels were in good shape and the furniture looked relatively new. It was very easy to access I-5 from a less-traveled section Manchester Drive and Encinitas and Solana Beach were short drives. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Madden

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We raised our family in Fountain Valley, Calif. When our children became surfers, we vacationed often in Cardiff, enjoying the outstanding beaches and excellent surfing conditions. Our neighborhood is known as the walking district in Cardiff. Our home is within 1/2 mile of Seaside Market, the library, many restaurants, shops, and of course the beaches. We look forward to retiring in the beautiful twin home we were able to purchase in 2008. We were renting the home out full time until a few years ago, when we decided to convert it to a vacation rental. Now we are able to enjoy it ourselves with our children and grandchildren whenever it is not rented.

Why they chose this property

Cardiff is a wonderful, laid back beach community. We have always felt welcome, and relaxed when we arrived to vacation. Because we enjoy staying here ourselves whenever it is not rented, we furnished the home with very comfortable beds, and quality kitchen equipment. The home has wonderful ocean views from the living room, dining room and kitchen. We love this place, and know you will too!

What makes this property unique

Walking distance to shopping, groceries, restaurants and beaches. We have a wonderful ocean view from the living room, kitchen and deck.

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