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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10323.0 sq m
Popular amenities
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Encinitas, CA
- Place, Moonlight State Beach2 min walk
- Place, Encinitas Surfboards5 min walk
- Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens18 min walk
- Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)40 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5/Office
1 Queen Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
5 bathrooms
Ensuite Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Full Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bathroom 5
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Steps to Beach+Shops, Oceanview, Hot Tub+Firepit | Moonlight Modern by AvantStay
Welcome to Moonlight Modern, where modern luxury meets coastal charm for the ultimate San Diego beach getaway! This amazing, custom beach home comes with a private hot tub, deck, waterfalls, and garage and is right across the street from the main entrance to Moonlight Beach (no steps required!),. It is located in one of California's most iconic beach towns, Encinitas in Northern San Diego (rated the best vacation destination in California by Forbes Magazine).
You'll be just two blocks away from all the excitement of the 101 and the main street offers. Enjoy amazing ocean and beach views from multiple rooms in the house, including the first-floor family room which opens to a resort-like yard. Here, you'll find a state-of-the-art spa, two waterfalls, and a custom fountain.
The main level has a bright and open great room with beach and ocean views, as well as a convenient patio with an outdoor Evo Grill. With two complete levels of comfort and convenience, this modern, custom home is waiting to provide your family and friends with beach-living memories of a lifetime!
Steps from the beach, you have a beach-facing, gated front and side yard with bright and spacious outdoor living areas featuring modern and thoughtful decor, gorgeous porcelain floors, and lots of contemporary furniture throughout.
The modern spa tub has the best view of all the beach action, with three levels of waterfalls adding privacy. There is seating around a large, modern fire pit and a full wall opening up to the family room on the first floor.
Head up the stairs onto the wooden deck to find a looped, wicker lounge chair, another waterfall fountain, and wonderful beach views amid a garden of palms and succulents. This resort-like yard also includes an outdoor shower, a 12-foot umbrella, a four-person dining table, a shack, and fantastic beach views.
The first-floor family room features a large sectional couch surrounding a mounted 80-inch flatscreen TV. You'll also find a well-equipped kitchenette, a number of musical instruments that include a keyboard and guitars, access to 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and the laundry room and garage.
Through the front door, the great room is bright and sunny, with a state-of-the-art chef's kitchen, a large dining room, and a guest bedroom/office with a Tonal Gym (membership needed).
The living room area has a large entertainment space featuring a washable Restoration Hardware Cloud sectional sofa, a fireplace, mounted flatscreen TV, and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the beach that the pictures do not do justice to, as the view is exceptional given the home's height above the sandy beach, playground, volleyball courts, fire pits, cliff, and white water waves.
Serve a large family at the handsome wood dining table that seats up to 10, and then pull a special bottle from the wine fridge to enjoy on the deck with friends. When it's time to call it a night, you'll have five spacious bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths for everyone in the group to take advantage of. The primary bedroom off the great room includes an ensuite bath and access to the deck. There is also a Murphy bed available in the second-floor multi-purpose room — a great space for fitness, yoga, or to indulge in a soothing massage (a table is provided).
Work from a private home office on the upper floor with a large monitor, printer and a desk that configures for a sitting or a standing desk!
The house is across a cul-de-sac from this popular, renovated beach area, and feels like you're living in a scene from a movie. The playground, volleyball courts, beach bonfires, snack bar, beachside yoga classes and rental area are just a few yards away.
Most beach houses in San Diego are on a very high bluff or, if in Pacific Beach, in front of a busy walkway. Ours has easy access to the beach on a sidewalk. It's also just two blocks from the main shopping street and Encinitas train station. It's truly an ideal spot for a vacation and close to the highway for a short drive to the Del Mar Racetrack, LegoLand, San Diego Zoos, Sea World, and downtown.
Neighboring beaches and surf spots such as Swami’s and Beacons are just a short walk away along the beachfront.
This is a great house for families of all ages! Little kids will love the park, while older kids will love the volleyball and beach access. Everyone will have a great time at the bonfires. Older adults have easy access.
Everyone can gather on the beautiful patio and enjoy the view of all the activities on the beach and surfers in the ocean waves. It is so close you can see and call in your kids on the beach from the patio!
There are also tons of activities at the beach: yoga, drum circles, tennis courts, restaurants, surf rentals, concerts, street festivals, surf lessons, and day camps. A car is not needed. You can walk 2 blocks to the main street shopping and hip restaurants or take the train straight to downtown San Diego or LA. Don't worry about driving home! This home truly has everything you need for a memorable vacation.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Home Truths:
- This home allows up to 2 pets for a fee; undisclosed pets brought without AvantStay’s approval may result in a $500 fine per pet.
- Pack N Play and High Chair available by request.
- The massage chair is not available for guest use.
- The tonal machine in the upstairs bedroom is not available for guest use.
- Bookings must be made at least 24 hours before check-in. Same-day bookings are not permitted.
- Absolutely no exterior amplified music is allowed. Violations will result in a $500 fine.
- While we do our best to notify guests in advance, unannounced power outages may occur due to unexpected city maintenance.
- No events are allowed unless pre-approved and coordinated through Avantstay. This includes but is not limited to: rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, birthday parties, and social gatherings.
- All guests must comply with local laws regarding outdoor lighting, quiet hours, and limitations on parties or gatherings.
Parking Details:
- Parking is available for 3 cars.
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (10pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.
STR Permit Registration Number: RNTL-029831-2024
You'll be just two blocks away from all the excitement of the 101 and the main street offers. Enjoy amazing ocean and beach views from multiple rooms in the house, including the first-floor family room which opens to a resort-like yard. Here, you'll find a state-of-the-art spa, two waterfalls, and a custom fountain.
The main level has a bright and open great room with beach and ocean views, as well as a convenient patio with an outdoor Evo Grill. With two complete levels of comfort and convenience, this modern, custom home is waiting to provide your family and friends with beach-living memories of a lifetime!
Steps from the beach, you have a beach-facing, gated front and side yard with bright and spacious outdoor living areas featuring modern and thoughtful decor, gorgeous porcelain floors, and lots of contemporary furniture throughout.
The modern spa tub has the best view of all the beach action, with three levels of waterfalls adding privacy. There is seating around a large, modern fire pit and a full wall opening up to the family room on the first floor.
Head up the stairs onto the wooden deck to find a looped, wicker lounge chair, another waterfall fountain, and wonderful beach views amid a garden of palms and succulents. This resort-like yard also includes an outdoor shower, a 12-foot umbrella, a four-person dining table, a shack, and fantastic beach views.
The first-floor family room features a large sectional couch surrounding a mounted 80-inch flatscreen TV. You'll also find a well-equipped kitchenette, a number of musical instruments that include a keyboard and guitars, access to 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and the laundry room and garage.
Through the front door, the great room is bright and sunny, with a state-of-the-art chef's kitchen, a large dining room, and a guest bedroom/office with a Tonal Gym (membership needed).
The living room area has a large entertainment space featuring a washable Restoration Hardware Cloud sectional sofa, a fireplace, mounted flatscreen TV, and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the beach that the pictures do not do justice to, as the view is exceptional given the home's height above the sandy beach, playground, volleyball courts, fire pits, cliff, and white water waves.
Serve a large family at the handsome wood dining table that seats up to 10, and then pull a special bottle from the wine fridge to enjoy on the deck with friends. When it's time to call it a night, you'll have five spacious bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths for everyone in the group to take advantage of. The primary bedroom off the great room includes an ensuite bath and access to the deck. There is also a Murphy bed available in the second-floor multi-purpose room — a great space for fitness, yoga, or to indulge in a soothing massage (a table is provided).
Work from a private home office on the upper floor with a large monitor, printer and a desk that configures for a sitting or a standing desk!
The house is across a cul-de-sac from this popular, renovated beach area, and feels like you're living in a scene from a movie. The playground, volleyball courts, beach bonfires, snack bar, beachside yoga classes and rental area are just a few yards away.
Most beach houses in San Diego are on a very high bluff or, if in Pacific Beach, in front of a busy walkway. Ours has easy access to the beach on a sidewalk. It's also just two blocks from the main shopping street and Encinitas train station. It's truly an ideal spot for a vacation and close to the highway for a short drive to the Del Mar Racetrack, LegoLand, San Diego Zoos, Sea World, and downtown.
Neighboring beaches and surf spots such as Swami’s and Beacons are just a short walk away along the beachfront.
This is a great house for families of all ages! Little kids will love the park, while older kids will love the volleyball and beach access. Everyone will have a great time at the bonfires. Older adults have easy access.
Everyone can gather on the beautiful patio and enjoy the view of all the activities on the beach and surfers in the ocean waves. It is so close you can see and call in your kids on the beach from the patio!
There are also tons of activities at the beach: yoga, drum circles, tennis courts, restaurants, surf rentals, concerts, street festivals, surf lessons, and day camps. A car is not needed. You can walk 2 blocks to the main street shopping and hip restaurants or take the train straight to downtown San Diego or LA. Don't worry about driving home! This home truly has everything you need for a memorable vacation.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Home Truths:
- This home allows up to 2 pets for a fee; undisclosed pets brought without AvantStay’s approval may result in a $500 fine per pet.
- Pack N Play and High Chair available by request.
- The massage chair is not available for guest use.
- The tonal machine in the upstairs bedroom is not available for guest use.
- Bookings must be made at least 24 hours before check-in. Same-day bookings are not permitted.
- Absolutely no exterior amplified music is allowed. Violations will result in a $500 fine.
- While we do our best to notify guests in advance, unannounced power outages may occur due to unexpected city maintenance.
- No events are allowed unless pre-approved and coordinated through Avantstay. This includes but is not limited to: rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, birthday parties, and social gatherings.
- All guests must comply with local laws regarding outdoor lighting, quiet hours, and limitations on parties or gatherings.
Parking Details:
- Parking is available for 3 cars.
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (10pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.
STR Permit Registration Number: RNTL-029831-2024
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About the area
Encinitas
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Downtown Encinitas, a neighbourhood in Encinitas. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Del Mar Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Frontwave Arena.
Encinitas, CA
What's nearby
- Moonlight State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Encinitas Surfboards - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Self Realization Fellowship - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- San Diego Botanic Garden - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Puntamar - 5 min walk
- Better Buzz Coffee - 8 min walk
- Juanitas Taco Shop - 8 min walk
- The Taco Stand - 10 min walk
- Buona Forchetta Encinitas - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nikki K.
8 July 2025
Nikki K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lydia R.
7 Apr 2016
Perfect group get-away
Lydia R.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
lesley L.
2 Dec 2015
A gem I would like to keep to myself
lesley L.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2015
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
31 May 2017
Pretty much as advertised
Steve T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Marzi C.
26 Oct 2016
Real Californian experience.
Marzi C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maria P.
1 Aug 2016
Moonlight beach home
Maria P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
ruth n.
6 Dec 2016
Thanksgiving week at this beautiful house!
ruth n.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
judy b.
24 June 2017
FANTASTIC BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY! GREAT OWNER! GREAT FAMILY REUNION!
judy b.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
17 July 2017
A perfectly elegant vacation
Robert R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent
RACHEL R.
16 Aug 2018
Spacious and perfect location
RACHEL R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
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4/10 Poor
Mike H.
4 Aug 2018
Dissapointed
Mike H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
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2/10 Terrible
Claire C.
28 July 2018
Unluxurious, problem-filled “quirky” rental
Claire C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jeff K.
6 Dec 2017
Amazing property in an awesome SoCal spot!
Jeff K.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cindi B.
12 Aug 2017
Great location, Wonderful house
Cindi B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany G.
27 Mar 2017
Great home away from home close to the beach!
Tiffany G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
5 Nov 2016
Fantastic accommodation for our corporate retreat
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stacy V.
21 Aug 2016
Relaxing wonderful stay
Stacy V.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Chad H.
26 July 2016
COMING BACK FOR SURE!!!
Chad H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kerry G.
16 Feb 2016
The Magic of Moonlight Modern
Kerry G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Melissa H.
15 Feb 2016
A yogi's paradise!
Melissa H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sheena L.
5 Oct 2015
Exceptional experience, beautiful house and great location!
Sheena L.
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Sylvie P.
26 Aug 2015
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