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Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia

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A balcony with a view of the ocean, featuring striped cushions and a round table.
A coastal view with clear skies and calm sea.
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a dining table with chairs.
A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a dining area, and a ceiling fan.
A modern living room with a fireplace, dining area, and kitchen.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Beacon Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Leucadia State Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia

Welcome to Coastal Soul, a breathtaking Encinitas oceanfront vacation rental perched on the bluff in the heart of Leucadia. This stunning beach house captures everything people love about Southern California coastal living, panoramic Pacific Ocean views, vibrant sunsets, and the soothing rhythm of waves rolling below. With luxury amenities, newly updated windows and furniture (Fall 2025), and a bright, laid‑back design, this home offers an unforgettable escape for families, couples, and extended stays along the Encinitas coastline.

Professionally managed by Stubbs Vacation Rentals, trusted in North County San Diego since 1976.
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Why Guests Love Coastal Soul
- True oceanfront location with sweeping views from the living room, dining area, kitchen, and primary suite
- Private balcony overlooking the Pacific, perfect for sunrise coffee and sunset wine
- Walkable access to Leucadia beaches, cafes, boutiques, and iconic local eateries
- Spacious multi‑level layout ideal for families and groups
- Cozy fireplaces, luxury finishes, and newly updated furnishings
- Pet‑friendly with prior approval, making it easy to bring your dog along
- Central access to top San Diego attractions including LEGOLAND, SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, and Safari Park
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Main Level - Oceanfront Living & Coastal Comfort
Step into a bright, open living space designed to frame the ocean at every angle. Large windows showcase endless blue horizons, while the living room's cozy fireplace creates the perfect ambiance for cool coastal evenings. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, sleek granite countertops, and everything needed for effortless vacation cooking.

A private ocean view patio with a grill invites you to dine outdoors, gather with family, or simply unwind while the sun sets over the Pacific.
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Upper Level - Primary Suite Retreat
The upper level is home to the luxurious primary king suite, offering:
- Private oceanfront balcony
- En suite bathroom with soaking tub + separate shower
- Cozy fireplace
- Small TV for relaxed evenings
Wake up to panoramic ocean views and fall asleep to the sound of waves, this suite is the definition of coastal serenity.

Guest Bedrooms
- Bedroom Two - Upper Level
- Two twin beds + trundle
- Private full bathroom
- Ideal for kids, teens, or additional guests

Bedroom Three - Main Level
- Queen bed
- Adjacent full bathroom
- Perfect for couples or multi‑family stays
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Oceanfront Amenities & Coastal Lifestyle
- Oceanview patio with grill for sunset dinners
- Easy beach access just three blocks away
- Ceiling fans + natural ocean breezes (no A/C)
- Spacious 2‑car garage
- Washer/dryer, Wi‑Fi, and large TV
- Wet bar for evening relaxation
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Walkable Leucadia Location
Stay in one of Encinitas’ most beloved neighborhoods, known for surf culture, artistic flair, and laid‑back coastal charm. Walk to:
-Pannikin Coffee & Tea
- Corner Pizza
- Juanita’s Taco Shop
- Shatto & Sons (“Keep Leucadia Funky” tees)
- Haggo’s Organic Taco (featured on Diners, Drive‑Ins, and Dives)
Plus, enjoy quick access to:
- LEGOLAND
- SeaWorld
- San Diego Zoo
- Safari Park
- Downtown San Diego
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Pet‑Friendly Stays
Dogs welcome with prior approval.
- $500 refundable deposit + cleaning fee
- No cats (allergies)
- Pets may not be left unattended or allowed on furniture
- All waste must be properly disposed of
- HOA rules included in your welcome packet
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Additional Info
- No smoking anywhere on the property
- Professionally laundered towels and linens provided
- Stairs to front door (10+)
- Ceiling fans + ocean breezes keep the home naturally cool (no A/C)
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Coastal Soul blends luxury, comfort, and true oceanfront living, offering an unforgettable Encinitas vacation experience, all professionally managed by Stubbs Vacation Rentals, your trusted experts in North County San Diego coastal stays.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number RNTL-028376-2023
Property # 111769vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Encinitas

Located in Leucadia, a neighbourhood in Encinitas, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad State Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at San Diego Polo Fields or Frontwave Arena. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and ecotours nearby.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Beacon Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Leucadia State Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 15 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puntamar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Juanitas Taco Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Serrano's Mexican Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leucadia Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia on 9 May 2027 start from AU$4,755, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Soul – Oceanfront Encinitas Vacation Rental on the Bluff of Leucadia located?

Nestled on the beach, this Leucadia holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Beacon Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Leucadia State Beach and Encinitas Surfboards are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location! Nothing beats sipping coffee on the back deck! Home is a bit dated and worn but all of the essential amenities are there. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the wonderful location and those peaceful coffee moments on the back deck. We appreciate your feedback about the home and are happy to hear it had everything you needed for a great stay. We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the view and location. Great spot to walk to restaurants and walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the view, the location, and being able to walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. We’d love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and its views were perfect. Great family getaway. The Team st Stubbs were very responsive to some minor needs that we had, including swapping out the grille on short notice.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you for the wonderful 10/10 review! We’re so glad the property and those views made for a perfect family getaway. Our team will be thrilled to hear their responsiveness made a difference, and we’re happy the quick grill swap helped keep your stay running smoothly. We’d love to welcome you back again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach Weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Relaxing and amazing
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5‑star review! We’re thrilled to hear your stay was relaxing and amazing. It means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property! Walk in and you will immediately feel welcomed… towels shaped into nesting swans on the beds… travel-size kits for every need in the kitchen and bathrooms (shampoos, lotions, soaps, etc) …. Beach towels, beach chairs, surf boards, deck chairs and table with sun umbrella. Views views views !!!! Ocean views too beautiful to be described . The perfect place to watch the sunset. We expected to rent bikes but everything is within walking distance. And the area is so lovely I couldn’t stop taking pictures, so I was glad to be on foot. Each beach is unique . Visit them all and then head home to this sanctuary spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the property made you feel welcomed from the moment you arrived, from the swan‑folded towels to the stocked amenities and beach gear. And those ocean views truly are something special. We’re especially grateful for the beautiful photos you shared; you captured the magic of the area perfectly. We’d love to welcome you back to this little sanctuary by the sea.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Delighted with comfortable, modernized /updated home with the ocean view and breezes we enjoy . Also in a nice neighborhood with access to beach. Lots of stairs to beach and home has lots of internal stairs from garage ground floor to master suite on 3rd floor. Excellent experience overall. Attentive management
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the updated home, ocean views, breezes, and the great neighborhood with beach access. We appreciate your note about the stairs and are happy to hear you still had an excellent stay. Our attentive management is always here to help, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is incredible! Nothing beats hearing the waves coming in through all of your open windows. Place has been updated and having a BBQ is key. Close to walking to downtown Encinitas, restaurants and beaches. The reason for not giving 5 stars is the refrigerator leaks all the time and so you constantly need to be swapping out towels to absorb it. The leak is pulling up the flooring and can lead to mold. This is the owners problem however Stubbs reality was very quick to remedy when dishwasher and dryer broke. They also delivered more towels for the leak. We will definitely stay here again and hope that the owner will prioritize replacing the fridge/floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Thank you for the kind review. We’re so glad you loved the views, breezes, updated features, and walkability. We appreciate your feedback on the fridge leak and have passed it along to the owner. Our team was happy to help with repairs and extra towels. And thank you for the beautiful sunset photo — it perfectly captures the magic of the unit. We’d love to host you again.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Heat Relief

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is great. Dog friendly a requirement for us. But, the fridge is on the fritz. We have meds that require constant 37°. The fridge has a 10° various from top shelf to bottom shelf. Had to turn control to 10 and only found one location at 38°. Then the fridge condensed and ran water on the door. Based on the floorboards cracked warped beneath, this has been a long term issue. I'd dry out the floor and replace the fridge before you get a structural issue. Anyway, the maintenance crew for that and garage door were responsive and terrific. All in all a great vacation with a few significant glitches.
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10/10 Excellent

Coastal soul is soul soothing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fabulous location! Deck views are spectacular. We had a couple questions for the rental company and they were very responsive. Be aware the unit does not have a/c. I overlooked that in the description. There were towels for each bathroom, however no extra towels- this would be a nice addition to the condo. There were also no beach towels - again another convenience which would have been helpful. Kitchen is fully stocked with pots and pans. No cookie sheet though and a few kitchen supplies would be helpful. For example foil, plastic wrap extra garbage bags. The unit was clean and the furniture was very comfortable. Out side could have beenleaf blown and tidied up a bit. The garage was very convenient for parking.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review and for sharing your experience. We are glad you enjoyed the location and views! We are sorry you missed the extra towels, they are stocked in the cabinets prior to each guest’s arrival, along with beach towels for convenience. We make sure every rental is fully prepared with these items before check‑in. We are happy you found the home comfortable and clean, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful location and property. Very minor things need attention and were immediately taken care of. Management co was very good and responsive!
View from Primary Suite
Family on Beach, Low Tide
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the beautiful location and property, and we appreciate you noting how quickly our team addressed the minor items that came up. Providing responsive, attentive service is always our goal, and we’re glad it made a difference in your stay. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for walks on the beach, watching the surfers, walking access to restaurants & coffee shops. Listening to the ocean blissful to this otherwise landlocked visitor. It was pleasant and comfortable to be at the condo both inside & out on the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that the location and ocean views brought you a sense of peace and connection during your stay. It’s wonderful to know the condo and deck offered the comfort and relaxation you were looking for. We’d love to welcome you back anytime—whether for more beach walks, surf watching, or simply soaking in the coastal bliss!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location couldn't be better! The ocean view is enough to take your breath away! Fantastic!! Sitting on the deck and watching the waves was so relaxing. The neighborhood was quiet and the garage parking made things easy. The house is close to everything and walking distance to the beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear the ocean views and peaceful setting made your stay so memorable. It’s great to know the deck, quiet neighborhood, and easy beach access added to the experience—and we’re glad the garage parking made things even smoother. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing coastal escape!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved the house and location. Not real convenient having to return the keys to the rental office
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2025
Thank you, Greg! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the house and its fantastic location. For future stays, feel free to reach out—we’d be happy to arrange a more convenient key return for you. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location
Great location the house was perfect but at this price I expected a much more updated clean place- I think the house needs some work also not enough supplies for a 6 day stay we had to buy our own garbage bags toilet paper and dish washing also no toilet scrubbers available
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the location and comfort of the home, and we appreciate your feedback. We provide a starter kit of essentials, such as paper products, soap, and trash bags, to help guests feel comfortable upon arrival. For longer stays, guests may need to purchase additional supplies during their visit. Your comments about the property condition are helpful, and we’ll share them with our team and owners. We value your input and look forward to welcoming you back to the coast.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Leucadia seaside getaway

Great views, ideal location for Beacon's and Stone Steps beaches. Watched dolphins and surfers from the deck and upstairs balcony. Walking distance to beaches, Vigilucci's Trattoria, Birdseye Kitchen, Pannikin coffee. Responsive property manager for easy planning, check in, and checkout. Plenty of towels and amenities made it very comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Thank you, Nathalie! We're thrilled you had such a great stay and enjoyed the beautiful views and nearby beaches. It sounds like you made the most of everything the area has to offer. We hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is what dreams are made of.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This location was prime! Walkable to so many. Restaurants and our favorite beach, Moonlight. The view and deck were unbeatable and the master bedroom was perfect!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Getaway

Stayed for a week with our family of 4 (kids 9yrs and 7mo) and my parents. It was mostly perfect with the setup, location, and ocean views.The only knock on this place is the photos make it seem much more upscale and updated than it is. But the large deck looking over the ocean and floor to ceiling windows were worth it. Being walking distance to the beach, coffee shops and restaurants was amazing. Plus Legoland is just down the street and so is much of San Diego.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay in Encinitas! We appreciate your honest feedback about the photos and will take a closer look to ensure they better reflect the space as it is today.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christmas on the Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Breathtaking view and spacious home for our entire family. We celebrated Christmas together and with absolutely select this VRBO again!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2025
Thank you, Rick, for your glowing review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had a memorable Christmas celebration at the property. The breathtaking views and spacious layout truly make it a special place for gatherings. We’re thrilled that the home exceeded your expectations, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another holiday or getaway in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View and location was great. House was clean. On the negative side, 3 rolls of cheap toilet paper provided only for a 3 bathroom house, zero beach equipment provided, like beach chairs, etc. How do you have a house on the ocean with no beach equipment. Really disappointing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re so glad you enjoyed the view, location, and overall cleanliness of the home! We’re sorry to hear about the beach equipment confusion. At Stubbs Vacation Rentals, beach gear is always available free of charge to all our guests, including chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and more. When you book your next stay, just let us know what your plans are, and we’ll make sure everything you need is set aside and ready for your coastal adventures. Your notes about the toiletries have also been shared with our team as we continue improving every detail of the experience. We truly appreciate you staying with Stubbs and hope to welcome you back for a smoother, fully stocked coastal escape!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

almost great

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was incredible, the apartment was spacious and suitable for our needs. The kitchen appliances, dish washer, coffee maker were sub-par. all the knives were too dull to use. When we arrived there was a film on every surface, the floors were dirty, however, the problem was remedy fairly quickly with a good clean. over-all it was a good rental but has the potential to be a great rental. we would consider renting it again if some of things mentioned above were updated.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Leucadia Ocean Front Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I enjoyed our stay at this property. The views were definitely breathtaking. Waking up and going to bed to the sounds of the ocean each day and night were unforgettable. The property location is amongst million dollar homes and prime real estate location in Leucadia. Many places to eat close by whether you want Italian, Coffee, Ice Cream, Deli, Sandwiches. It’s also very close to Carlsbad since we took our son to LegoLand - 15min drive. We also went to SD Zoo Safari Park in Encinitas - 45 min drive. Moonlight Beach is within walking distance just under a mile...it’s currently under repairs, however they have a nice cafe and playground for the children. The property is very spacious and well equip. The bed downstairs is very comfortable. The master bed room mattress is hard as a rock. There also is a room for the children with 2 twins. The master bed room needs some work although the bathtub is amazing with incredible views of the Pacific Ocean the windows around the bathtub do not open and close very easily. They are rusted out from the salt water. These need to be fixed. The shower and bathroom in the master bedroom are very small. We chose to use the bathroom in the hallway instead. The staff were very nice by accommodating a smooth check in and check out process. They even had some come and clean the windows middle of week because it rained a few days before. I would stay here again if the master bed room was addressed for the price of this place and the views you cannot go wrong.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Booked via Marriot -

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is great and view is lovely.Beds were comfortable. However, the condition of the property is tired. The kitchen utensils, drawers, pots & pans were a hodgepode of items and nothing was organized in the cupboards - . Dirty drawers and rusted utensils. Toaster was archaic. One martini glass - thankfully, there were more wine glasses. Need to toss plastic bowls, etc., Knives couldn't slice anything. Window in master dosen't close and is in dire need of repair. Really didn't appreciate having other people's garbage smell the garage for days until pickup. No tissues, chair in kitchen is falling apart when you move it -Theatre room? Fitness equipment? Cupboards are laminate and loose. You can barbecue and they will charge you $25 if you don't clean it, but they don't leave you a barbecue brush?! You have to call in advance. Although I emailed Stubbs and, received a response days later stating I'm sorry - someone should have gotten back to you... and we are still waiting. Couldn't sit outside - cushions were filthy. Need to have someone pay attention to details to have a better experience. Spent most of our time not in-house.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amazing Ocean View, Sounds, and Breezes - great location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our 9 day stay in this nice townhome in a great location. Walkable and quiet neighborhood near beach, shopping, and restaurants. Overall a nice comfortable place that had some updates in 2023. Nice linens, extra towels, garage parking with garage door opener, wonderful deck, Master bedroom fan, W/D, sweeper/broom, lots of TV's, and updated furniture and blinds. Beds were firm, but we ended up sleeping decent. We did not cook a lot but kitchen seemed pretty stocked, other than we did not have any dish towels for drying hands or dishes. Home really needs new windows as many would not open at all, and this is an issue when no air conditioner. The big issues were the smell in the garage upon arrival due to the dog feces in the trash cans (smell stuck around for most of the stay), and the home not being properly cleaned after the prior guest. The home did not smell fresh and clean, and there was lots of dog hair on the floors. I paid an extra cleaning fee of $350.00 so my daughter's dogs could visit us at the rental, and the home was not even clean from the prior dog that was there. That was frustrating. The bathroom upstairs was not as clean as expected, and the tub had difficulty draining. I had gotten used to renting through private individual owners who seem to offer a more personal experience and touches. I have rarely ever had cleanliness issues with individual owners. Amenities like beach equipment would have been nice since we were so close to the beach access point. With a few improvements, this could be a 5 star property, and I might look to stay again when visiting our daughter who lives in Carlsbad.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful trip! The house and the views are amazing! The management team was really great and quick to respond. They made the whole process from checking in to checkout out so easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great trip and that the home, views, and our team all made your stay easy and enjoyable. And the pictures you shared are absolutely wonderful, we love seeing those moments. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The only redeeming qualities of this vacation home are the views and the location, which are undeniably spectacular. Being right on the water with uninterrupted ocean views is the reason to book this property—unfortunately, it’s also the only reason.The condition of the unit itself is extremely disappointing. It feels neglected, outdated, and poorly maintained. The furnishings are worn, the finishes are old, and nothing about the interior reflects the premium price you’re paying for the location. It’s clear that little effort has been made to reinvest in or properly care for the space.While the ocean breeze is nice in theory, it does not make up for the complete lack of air conditioning, which is simply unacceptable. During the day and even into the evening, the unit becomes uncomfortably warm, making it difficult to relax or sleep. In today’s market, especially at this price point, A/C is a basic expectation—not a luxury.Ultimately, this property feels like it’s relying entirely on its location to justify its cost, while ignoring the actual guest experience. Without significant upgrades and the addition of essential amenities like air conditioning, it’s hard to recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
Thank you for your feedback. The home’s furnishings were replaced just last year, and the listing description and rental contract both clearly state that the property does not have air conditioning. Most coastal bluff top homes in this area were built without A/C, and the combination of sea breeze, salt air, and the age of the original construction means the exterior and finishes weather more quickly than inland properties. Your note about the slider is accurate, the slider uses wooden dowels as the locking mechanism for these doors.

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