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Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach

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Interior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 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
    Walk to San Elijo State Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach

Enjoy this modern coastal Cardiff home, custom designed with neutral monochrome colors featuring limestone, Venetian plaster, and marble from your feet to the vaulted ceilings. You can find stainless steel railings and glass throughout the house.
This stunning property has 2506 square feet of living area featuring an open floor plan, a large chef’s kitchen, 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms. The upstairs master suite, which also features a fireplace and a personal sitting space, provides the ideal seaside outlook.

The two additional bedrooms both include a built-in study, making it ideal for any family! Thanks to the breakfast bar and center island built of natural stone, the large kitchen provides a sleek, functional, and friendly space for socializing. The living/family room's sliding doors open to a breathtaking terrace where you can watch the sunset over the ocean.

When you walk back from the beach, shower off in the outdoor shower before enjoying the private reflection pond. Enjoy your meal in the backyard, furnished with craft lighting, a full dining table, and a cozy sitting area.

This Cardiff home includes a 2-car garage with a Tesla charger and beach bikes for exploring the neighborhood! We are minutes away from lovely beaches, shopping malls, restaurants, and the famous Seaside Market. Whether you tour the town on a bike or walk, everything is close by!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2495490vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' are also worth visiting.
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Cardiff, CA

What's nearby

  • San Elijo State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eli Howard Surf School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swamis Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Breakers CBG - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shanty - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Best Pizza & Brew Cardiff By The Sea - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach on 2 June 2027 start from AU$1,834, 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 Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Luxury-by-the-Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Eli Howard Surf School, Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park and Encinitas Community Park. Cardiff State Beach and Self Realization Fellowship 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. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the house and the location couldn’t be better. The communication with the management company was great and we cannot wait to return. The house was clean and comfortable. The market is a super close walk and it so easy to bike down to the beach. We would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful. Location was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

Great Spot

Great house for a family stay. Clean, well located and we'll equiped.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Wonderful weekend in Cardiff!

We had a wonderful family gathering at this beautiful property in Cardiff. Thank you for making our get-away weekend so enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

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

Del Mar Opening Day

Great place. Just as advertised. Would recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa S.

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

Great location in a beautiful house!

We had a wonderful time at your beautiful home by the sea! My daughter got married nearby and we had the time and the space for all her brides maids to get ready before the big day! Kitchen had all the essentials and everything was clean and the views, wow! A great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ursula e.

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

Beautiful home

The host was very responsive and kind. We would return to Cardiff by the sea again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Modern house close to the beach

The house has a really fun retro modern design. The beds were comfortable and the house was super clean. You walk along a lovely path to get to the beach and there are lots of shops and restaurants nearby. It was perfect for our needs. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2022
Rebecca and her family were considerate, great guests, and are welcome back anytime
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
They told me in several emails not to check until 4 pm we get there at 4 pm cleaners still in the house couldn't get in till 4:30 or so. House very plain not worth the price. Great location however.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Perfect in every way

From the minute we drove up to the property we felt our cares disappear. To be so close to the beach and restaurants/shops was amazing! (The smoothie bowl shop and Cardiff market were favorites!) The only tricky part was the pull we felt to stay in and enjoy the house. Such luxury and relaxation! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

karyn s.

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

Great location but needs a little updating

The house was nice and well-equipped, but not quite what I was picturing. Some things could use a refresh (for example, the towels were pretty threadbare and the bathrooms a bit outdated). Also, we were charged 200 dollars for checking out two hours late (100 for each hour past 10 am). I thought that was pretty harsh, especially because we came two days later than expected and still paid for the first two days. The best thing about the house is a great location (quick walk to Cardiff or Encinitas).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim h.

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

Great Stay in Cardiff

We had a great experience with this house and property manager. House was exactly as represented in pictures (actually felt a bit larger than we expected!). Property manager was responsive, proactive and friendly. The location is amazing with views of the ocean and just a 2 block walk to Seaside Market, Starbucks, VG donuts and lots of restaraunts. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan F.

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

Fantastic location

The location of the home was perfect for walking to the beach or grabbing a bite to eat. The house was clean and the check-in and out process was smooth.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

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

Wonderful Stay

Spacious, very clean, convenient to beach, shopping, & outstanding restaurants up and down the coast. Very quiet at night. Large back deck with a shower that was great for rinsing sand off after beach. Front deck for sunsets. Modern kitchen fully stocked for cooking with a Keurig and hot pot. Tesla Level 2 charger was a huge timesaver. Hosts Matt and Anna were terrific with helpful recommendations and how-to's on making the most of our stay. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Beautiful Home

We booked this home for a family getaway with adult children and a grandchild. It was an incredible experience. The home is fantastic a no convenient t to the beach. The interaction with the property manager could not have been easier. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Encinitas

Beautiful home, ideal location, a short walk from the beach. Very close to the running path, restaurants, and shops of Encinitas. We had four adults, three teenagers, and found it comfortable for sleeping and interactions. Wonderful backyard for outdoor BBQ'S in the evening, and spacious kitchen and living room for entertaining. All in all, highly recommended1
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kent a.

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

Absolutely Beautiful

We had a phenomenal time at this Cardiff-by-the Sea home. Communication was quick, complete and easy. The pictures of the home don't do it justice. Everything we hoped for and more. The location is convenient to everything. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

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