An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!

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A modern house with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A bed with a striped blue and white bedspread, two starfish pillows, and a wave painting above it. There are two bedside lamps on either side of the bed.
A beachside building named "Leucadia Beach Grotto" with three vehicles parked in front.
A hallway with a frosted glass door, a painting on the wall, and a glimpse of a bathroom with a sink and cabinets.
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and two bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Leucadia State Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Leucadia State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Beacon Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandview Surf Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Queen Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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Exterior
Private, vintage, 2bd, 2ba, third acre lot, ocean views, amazing sunsets!
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  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 51 reviews
The price is AU$1,277
AU$639 per night
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 28 Jan 2027
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Frequently asked questions

Does An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! located?

Located in Leucadia, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Beacon Beach, Leucadia State Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon. South Ponto Beach and Encinitas Surfboards are also within 2 miles (3 km).

An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason is an INCREDIBLE host! This spot was just magical. Just what I needed for a fun adventure get-away. Super clean, incredibly dog friendly and the pool was pristine. Will definitely be going back. Jason is very communicative, helpful and kind!Thank you for having me and my pup as guests!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason is a great host! He offered me early check in. The check in and check out process was easy. The property was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason was a big help. He made our stay excellent, we really enjoyed spending our anniversary there. Rest assured we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful extended weekend at the Grotto with our dog. The owner was very accomodating and checked in with us to make sure all was going well during our visit. The check-in progress was easy. The property was nicely equipped with everything we needed for our stay.We enjoyed our meals on the lovely patio by the pool as the weather was just perfect.The location is very close to the beaches, shopping and downtown. We can only highly recommend this host and we would consider another stay in the future.The property was very clean and we felt very comfortable during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! The perfect location very private and safe and close to everything. The outside pool patio was a huge plus especially traveling with Tallulah our 3 yr old pitbull. Jason was a great host and made me feel extremely comfortable through the whole booking process and stay. I would definitely book this again, hopefully sooner than later!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding place to stay if you are planning a trip to Encinitas. The property has everything you could need and the host is super responsive. A nice extra is the pool just steps away from your accommodations. We will be back one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location, quiet neighborhood, and cozy place to spend a week. Host was super responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place. Very close to all the good surfing spots. Nice neighborhood. Had all I needed in one spot
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach retreat

Great place and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is all about the outdoor options. great seating, pool, loungers etc. our 15 year old labrador was very comfortable as well. walking distance to food spots makes things easy, and only 10 minutes from moonlight state beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was cozy. Thank you, Jason!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location!!!

We and our pup had a great stay. Now we’re looking for reasons to go back so we have more time to explore the neighborhoods, food options and the beaches. Very private and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private Wonder

I had a really lovely time. I felt safe, and loved the pool so much. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so helpful and accommodating.Jason provided us with great information about local restaurants and stores. He also responded very quickly to all messages answering all questions. The house and outdoor pool area was very quiet and relaxing. A true oasis.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Grotto was such a delightful place to stay! It was very quiet and we woke up each day to the sound of birds chirping. Jason was a fantastic host -- he was very responsive and gave clear, concise instructions. The property was easy to find and well-located. I started most days with a run along the path 2 blocks away and finished with a dip in the pool. The Grotto was also the perfect place to vacation with our dog!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

My partner and I stayed for two nights with our two dogs. We were able to enjoy the whole property and loved that the pool was completely private. It was the perfect little getaway to celebrate our anniversary. We also appreciated that Jason and Denise were very communicative. Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Short and Sweet

Stayed for a few days early November. Easy to find in quiet neighborhood and nearby beach access as well as great places to eat. Property and living area are super clean and provides much privacy. Two thumbs up for extra comfy bed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Super clean and pet friendly

This place is fantastic! It’s in a safe neighborhood, close to the beach, pet friendly, very comfortable, fairly priced, and exceptionally clean. What more could you want? We stayed over a month with a dog and cat and loved every minute of it. Thanks Jason and Denise for sharing this wonderful home with us!
Stayed 32 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

Our host was very accommodating. We had an issue with some rain and they came within a half hour to address the problem. Check in and check out was easy. Place was clean and met our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach getaway with our Labrador retriever. The Grotto had everything we needed and Jason the host was very welcoming and responsive. It was close to all kinds of restaurants and within a short drive of dog beach in Del Mar. The weather was exactly what we were looking for, an escape from the Arizona heat. We will definitely rebook this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I frequently vacation to San Diego. This is by far the best experience we’ve had renting out a place. Everything was very clean. The hosts also made sure to think about nearly everything someone would need including towels, beach equipment, floaties for the pool, aloe Vera, mosquito repellent. The small details is what makes this the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re living in a home away from home. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Great relaxing vibes with awesome amenities. Pool, bed and bathroom were elite!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Leucadia Beach Grotto was a great find in this quaint seaside town. The private enclosed yard was perfect for relaxing by the pool and very dog friendly! I appreciated our host, Jason, welcomed our little pup with a bowl of water and dog biscuit. The place was super clean and the Keurig coffee machine with pods was an added bonus. The secure off street parking was also nice in an area where parking can be limited. Jason was super responsive to messages and informative about the area. I’ll definitely be back when in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant!

The place was extremely clean and approachable. having our own pool and space was amazing. The walk to the beach is a little longer than expected. However, it was great to get a lot of walking in the warm weather. Thank you Jason! Great Job!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, Convenient Location

We had an good experience staying at this property. The property was very clean, exactly as described, and met our expectations. The neighborhood is walkable and is a quick drive to restaurants and shops. Jason provided a water bowl and a cushion for our dog, which was very thoughtful, and there is a small turf area for dog potty breaks. The owner was incredibly responsive and provided clear instructions for self-check-in and checkout, which made the process stress-free. I recommend this place to anyone traveling with pets or looking for a clean and convenient vacation rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

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