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Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a hanging light fixture.
A dining area with a long table, blue chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchair, and a wooden coffee table. There is a flat-screen TV mounted above a white cabinet with glass doors.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a sliding glass door, a TV, and a small table with a plant.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a white cabinet with decorative items.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Cardiff State Beach

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

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

Powder Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
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. Consider The Sound for a night out or Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens if you're travelling with kids. 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.
Map
Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Eli Howard Surf School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Elijo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 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) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shanty - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Breakers CBG - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Best Pizza & Brew Cardiff By The Sea - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a 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 does it cost to stay at Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear! on 29 Nov 2026 start from AU$4,414, 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 Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear! located?

This family-friendly Cardiff-by-the-Sea holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Cardiff State Beach and San Elijo State Beach. Swamis Beach and Encinitas Community Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay at the “Montgomery South” house! Stacey and Keith are some of the best hosts I’ve encountered! The house provided everything we needed for our family vacation. Very well thought out, nicely decorated and convenient to everything. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place/Location, Very Responsive Owners

Overall, everything was great. The home is very clean and in an ideal spot to the water or restaurant/market area. Stacey and Keith were great to us and very responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turn Key Luxury & Walk to it All!

This was an incredible rental!! Keith and his team were professional and helpful all throughout the reservation process and our stay. The home was beautifully designed, fully equipped and was the most perfect Cardiff location to walk to the beach, restaurants and more! We were so thankful to find this rental and will be back!
Stayed 31 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Week in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

We could not ask for a better place to stay for our grandson's wedding week. While there were only 5 of us sleeping at the house, approximately 10 people were there for dinner every evening. The house was comfortable and very "family" friendly. Easy living!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Christmas memories

We loved our stay here!! It felt like our home away from home and fit our whole family comfortably. The upstairs patio is the best place to watch every sunset and the kitchen is a dream! Everything is super organized and easy to find. The hosts were super responsive and came by the house when needed. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

We really enjoyed the house in Cardiff. Recently updated, plenty of space to relax and super convenient location for hitting the beaches, restaurants, etc. Despite being in a busy area it was very quiet and relaxing. Well managed, Keith and Stacey were very communicative and went the extra mile to ensure we had everything we needed. The small details go a long way. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Great Stay in Cardiff

This is our second time staying at one of Keith and Stacey's properties, our first time at this particular location. The home was gorgeous and well appointed. Location to the beach and Seaside Market (our favorite) could not be better. Our BIL + SIL flew in from the east coast to join us had similar comments. Communication with the hosts was excellent when a few minor things tripped us up but, all was handled well and satisfactorily. Can't wait to come back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

San Diego Fun!

Very clean, well equipped home in a great neighborhood close to the beach and within walking distance to restaurants, etc. A fun surprise for our family was all of the games and puzzles and beach equipment provided for our enjoyment. We loved our 5-day vacation close to Legoland and to Sea World. We especially appreciated that the host was willing to meet us after we arrived from the airport and not make us wait until 4:00 check in. Stacy and Keith were very considerate and available to answer questions, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible time

WOW do we love this house. This was our second year renting to get away from the cold Chicago winter and once again, we had an incredible time. The house is in an amazing location and walking distance to everything, it is completely updated with anything you need, Keith and Stacy (the property managers) are amazing and so responsive, reliable and have excellent recommendations. We loved having cocktails on the deck watching the sunset, what exquisite views! We felt right at home and truly did not want to leave. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 36 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic San Diego

Amazing trip to San Diego with the property our home away from home in Cardiff. Super clean, great location, great property owners, 1/2 mile to the 5. Beach an easy walk, great restaurants right in Cardiff and Encinitas a 5 min drive (or great walk). Only disappointment was i did not get a chance to use the surf boards that the house has. Would strongly reccomend the property for adults and families. Keith and Stacey were great hosts. We will return.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect House

This house and location are simply wonderful. House is clean and organized with a fresh feel. Superb decor and a home away from home feel. Very comfy and cozy, perfect in every way. I was so pleased with every detail the home offered. Keith and Stacey were available if needed and welcomed us with communication and presence. Thank you for making this a perfect experience, I only wished we had longer stay, next time I will be booking in advance to get the extra time! We will be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Difficult neighbors, strange street.

A resident on the block yelled at our puppy from over the fence. This woman was scary. The dog became terrified and barked protectively. My family was playing charades on the top floor living room, did not hear right away, and reponded too late. It ruined our family celebration. Overall, I did not feel safe in this neighborhood. Some neighbors were strange and belligerent with odd flags flying in their yards. The house itself was beautiful, well-appointed, and perfect otherwise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Thank you for the kind words about the home. We are sorry to hear about your negative experience with the neighborhood, as we find Cardiff-by-the-Sea to be a safe, quiet, and relaxed coastal community. We wish we had been able to better help mediate the situation that arose due to your dog’s behavior. Following the first night of your stay, we were notified by guests in our adjacent property that your dog had been barking loudly since 5:30am. We attempted to reach you via text and phone but received no response. Following up in person later that morning, we informed your husband of the complaint and the local noise ordinance. In the following days, we received additional noise complaints from our other guests and two other neighbors. We again attempted to address the situation directly and suggested measures to reduce the noise such as ensuring the dog was not left alone. We were bummed to have to ask the dog to be removed from the property, as we generally love accommodating our guests’ pets.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spring Break getaway!

We had a wonderful stay at Montgomery South, and I cannot think of a better spot to spend a week escaping the cold and dreary days we left in Indiana, for Cardiff-by-the-sea! Stacey and Keith are expert hosts, who have not only equipped their amazing bungalow with everyhting you'll need in a super comfortable, clean and stylish place but also made themselves totally available in case we had questions or needs along the way. Parking in the garage was a huge plus factor. The town is adorable, and a quick walk down the hill puts you on the Coastline, where you can run or walk along the rail trail, as we did each day, or sit on the beach and watch surfers do their thing. The gourmet market nearby has amazing food options, and the house is walking distance to several great local restaurants. Cardiff is in a corner of Encinitas that is sandwiched by great beach towns both to the North and South, and is totally accessible to the freeway. It's a quick 25 min drive to the aiport and San Diego proper. It's literally the perfect location for visiting the area. Hiking, biking, paragliding, museums, shopping, great food, and views abound. We did it all inside of a week, and found the house a most relaxing spot to come back to each day and chill, curling up and watching movies. I loved the kitchen, and the arrangement of the rooms was perfect for our family - (one boy teenager and one tween girl shared the J&J bath) You cannot go wrong with this house, or with these hosts. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Upscale Seaside Home

Class, comfort, clean and safe. This seaside home has all the comforts of home and the conveniences of an upscale hotel wrapped into one. Here are some of the highlights that set this home apart: 1. The bed is incredibly comfortable. 2. The home is CLEAN. You can tell the cleaning crew goes the extra mile to deep clean, which we all know is important right now. 3. The home is quiet. There aren't rowdy neighbors or traffic noise to compete with the sound and views of the ocean from the balcony. 4. If you are concerned about safety there is a new, user friendly security system to give you peace of mind. 5. Filtered water and all the coffee accessories (Keurig, Nespresso, French press - you choose!) 6. Basic cooking supplies and ingredients. Ever been to a place and have to buy things salt or oil for cooking? Not at this house - it's all stocked and at your disposal. When it comes to the hosts, Keith and his wife truly are the salt of the earth. They care about making everyone's experience a positive one. This is the second time I have stayed at one of Keith's properties, and each time he has gone out his way to make sure I had everything I needed. If you need suggestions of places to eat, hikes to go on, or beaches to enjoy, Keith will be sure to point you in the right direction. I hope you enjoy your stay as much as I enjoyed mine!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house that is easily walkable to the beach. Safe area, house was well stocked and the outdoor decks were a nice place to enjoy some quiet time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Love the area the house and host..
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Stay!

Keith was an excellent host and he communicated well. His home was beautiful and spacious. Everything was very clean and organized. Six adults stayed here very comfortably. The property is walking distance to the bike path which is along the beach and you are able to walk to all of the shops and restaurants in Encinitas. There are also shops and restaurants very close to the house in Cardiff. The house is also equipped with beach gear! Two foam surf boards, comfortable beach chairs, and a cooler were all an added bonus. We would love to stay at Keith's place again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walking Cardiff by the Sea

We spent a week here and loved every minute of it. The place was clean and quiet. Very well appointed. The bed was super comfortable. We like vacationing in Cardiff and really come for the Donuts at VG's. Can't get much closer than this. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Cardiff Jem

Beautiful home by the sea, easy access to town, great management, loved the parking!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couldn’t have been better

This home is beautifully furnished and equipped, and in a perfect location. It’s great do be able to walk to stores, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect spot

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is beautifully decorated and well appointed. The location couldn’t be better. We walked to restaurants (recommended by Keith and his family), the fabulous VG donut place, stores and the beach. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

This was by far the nicest place we have stayed. Very comfortable and welcoming, felt right at home. Close to great restaurants, coffee shop, Seaside Mkt. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Cardiff Experience

Phenomenal location and super comfortable! Keith has thought of everything you may need! Including chip clips for ur tortilla chips Modern. New kitchen to cook from nearby seaside market-or choose one of the many local spots-that you can walk or bike too Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cardiff-by-the-sea

Beautiful home, close to the beach, excellent restaurants nearby and fun day trips
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