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SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA

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9.9Outstanding

(114 Ratings)

The house was perfect for a family stay, clean, well-appointed, with great ocean views and amenities. We can't wait to return!

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9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(114 Ratings)

House in Cardiff, CA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

Permit #RNTL-026549-2023 Escape to the charming coastal town of Cardiff-by-the-Sea and experience the perfect vacation at our 3-bedroom vacation home. Nestled just a 4-minute drive from the serene Moonlight State Beach and a 16-minute drive from the exciting LEGOLAND® California, this property offers the ultimate getaway for families and friends.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a full kitchen complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill and all the necessary appliances and utensils to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table or enjoy your culinary creations on the balcony, taking in the breathtaking ocean views.

Unwind in the cozy living room, where a fireplace and smart TV with satellite/cable channels provide endless entertainment options.

The 3 bedrooms will accommodate 7 guests, 6 adults and a child, in beds.

Onsite parking is available for 3 vehicles, 1 inside the garage and 2 in the driveway. Street parking is also available.

Venture out and explore the nearby attractions, such as the renowned Del Mar Racetrack, just a 6-minute drive away. When you return, relax on the beach loungers, play in the outdoor play area, or simply soak up the sun on the balcony. With free Wi-Fi, a desk and chair for remote work, and a selection of games, this vacation home caters to all your needs, ensuring a truly memorable stay.

Amenities at SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA

Pets allowed

Map of Cardiff, CA

city location on map

Nearby attractions

USS Midway Museum

Torrey Pines State Reserve

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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Top rated by guests

9.9Outstanding

(114 Ratings)

The house was perfect for a family stay, clean, well-appointed, with great ocean views and amenities. We can't wait to return!

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(114 Ratings)

House in Cardiff, CA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Map of Cardiff, CA

city location on map

Nearby attractions

USS Midway Museum

Torrey Pines State Reserve

About this house rental

Permit #RNTL-026549-2023 Escape to the charming coastal town of Cardiff-by-the-Sea and experience the perfect vacation at our 3-bedroom vacation home. Nestled just a 4-minute drive from the serene Moonlight State Beach and a 16-minute drive from the exciting LEGOLAND® California, this property offers the ultimate getaway for families and friends.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a full kitchen complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill and all the necessary appliances and utensils to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table or enjoy your culinary creations on the balcony, taking in the breathtaking ocean views.

Unwind in the cozy living room, where a fireplace and smart TV with satellite/cable channels provide endless entertainment options.

The 3 bedrooms will accommodate 7 guests, 6 adults and a child, in beds.

Onsite parking is available for 3 vehicles, 1 inside the garage and 2 in the driveway. Street parking is also available.

Venture out and explore the nearby attractions, such as the renowned Del Mar Racetrack, just a 6-minute drive away. When you return, relax on the beach loungers, play in the outdoor play area, or simply soak up the sun on the balcony. With free Wi-Fi, a desk and chair for remote work, and a selection of games, this vacation home caters to all your needs, ensuring a truly memorable stay.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(114 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

The house was perfect for a family stay, clean, well-appointed, with great ocean views and amenities. We can't wait to return!

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

10.0 / 10.0

We loved staying at this home! It was very comfortable for our family & dog. The photos are exactly how the home looks. The back porch was our favorite place to hang out & our dog loved to play on the turf. The kitchen was fully equipped so we cooked & ate all meals at the home. The location is close to the beach. Only wish we could have stayed longer! We highly recommend & we will rent again!

10.0 / 10.0

This home was perfect for our stay in San Diego! Located just a bit north of the city, Cardiff on the Sea is a captivating and beautiful community with beaches, shops, and restaurants close to the San Diego Botanic Garden. We wished we had more time to explore the town! We loved being so close to San Diego, yet in a more relaxing environment with a small town feel. The home was comfortable and beautiful. The living area was spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were super comfortable. Great shower in the master bathroom. It’s so nice when there are directions for everything and no mysteries as to how to connect to WiFi etc! We loved the outdoor area with bar, lots of seating, a great grill. We ended every evening watching the sunset on the top deck. We were close enough to UCSD to enjoy graduation activities there. Also close enough to Balboa Park and Zoo, about 25 minutes. Host was super accommodating too.

10.0 / 10.0

My husband and I brought our 21 year old niece from the East Coast to watch pro live surfing. We loved the area and were super impressed with this home. It was beautiful inside and out! We loved sitting on the back patio area and watching tv by the outside bar. The housevwas stocked with everything we needed. We loved havubg the garage with the beach supplies. Washer, abd dryer! Wish we could've stayed longer! It was a peefect location and easy travel back and forth to the Trestles Pro, La Jolla, Encinitas,Oceanside etc. Thank you for the awesome home there!

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed at this property for a month. Beautiful home, wonderfully decorated, super clean! The owner was always available for any questions or concerns. Wonderful location. So close to Solona Beach, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Oceanside. Don't hesitate to pick this one for needs in these areas! Wonderful stay.....we hope to be back!

10.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed staying at the house with our dogs, nice private backyard with a beautiful view of the ocean and sunsets.Great to communicate with George, we will definitely return.

10.0 / 10.0

This home gets high marks for good reason. Great floorplan, backyard, and amenities. The owner is attentive and great to work with. This is our go to place for San Diego visits!

10.0 / 10.0

Well maintained property with great indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. Very convenient location. We would definitely stay here again next time we visit the area.

10.0 / 10.0

The property was clean and comfortable with a great outdoor space

10.0 / 10.0

Our group of 4 felt like we won the lottery with this amazing home with distant views of the ocean from the kitchen window and an expansive view of the ocean from the rooftop patio. We loved the outdoor kitchen and bar for hanging out and remote work. Sunsets on the rooftop were spectacular. We are serious home cooks and the kitchen had literally everything we could possibly need cookware and tool wise. Cardiff was a great spot away from the crowds and traffic of LaJolla with quick access to beautiful Solana Beach and charming seaside destinations from Del Mar to Encinitas. We will stay here again for sure!

10.0 / 10.0

Stayed here with my parents and family of 4 for my nephew's high school graduation and it was perfect!

10.0 / 10.0

The house was perfect for our stop in San Diego on our road trip. My husband and I stayed for 5 days and also worked a few days from home, even spent a few of those outside on the patio! The house had everything we needed to make all our meals and was the perfect layout for hanging out and relaxing. We can’t wait to return again, hopefully when skies are clear and we can catch the sunset from the upstairs deck!

10.0 / 10.0

This place has it all! Great location, well appointed, and fabulous sunset views!

10.0 / 10.0

Very clean home, just as shown in the listing pictures. View deck very cool with great views of the Pacific Ocean and sunsets!

10.0 / 10.0

Had everything we needed, was super clean and well appointed. The only issue we had was that the internet would drop at times, not sure this was in the owner's control so we didn't contact anyone about it. the house was gorgeous! Would stay there again.

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed here for a wedding and other events. The kitchen is complete, the amenities fantastic and the communication great through the property notebook and host. Comfortable beds and gorgeous viewing deck with ocean views. Highly recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

The home was very well kept and all items for a four day stay were in place. True ocean view from top-deck and nice back yard. This was one of the best homes we've chosen over the years. Hope to come back. The owner communicated well. Thanks George! Matthew S.

10.0 / 10.0

Property was very clean. Owner kind to let us in the property a little early. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

I booked this rental for friends visiting from all over California, it truly was a retreat! They enjoyed the outside space, deck and huuuuge kitchen.

10.0 / 10.0

The house is nicely updated and well equipped. It’s in a nice neighborhood that is close to downtown Encinitas and the freeway as well as the beach. The only thing I would mention is that there is a natural gas smell in the garage. It’s not that strong and the owner was very responsive when I mentioned it and came to check it with a meter. We loved our stay overall.

10.0 / 10.0

Well appointed, higher end , gorgeous house with exceptional appeal and well loved. Very comfortable and roomy. No stone left unturned when planning furnishings. Light and airy. Outside seating/eating area lovely and the sundeck ...perfect! Quiet area within a mile to very nice beach which can be seen from the house. Amazing sunsets. Will definitely return. George is a great host.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved the house! Great beds for sleeping, great outdoor space for an 8 year old to play, very good kitchen setup and space. We will be back!!

10.0 / 10.0

George was great to work with and very responsive. The house was clean, and the outside patio and rooftop deck were our favorite parts. Thanks for a great place to call home in the San Diego area for a week!

10.0 / 10.0

Would stay again. Didn’t want to come home

10.0 / 10.0

We had a wonderful time at the Cardiff house. The house was very clean and is only a mile to the beach, great restaurants, and shops. George was extremely responsive. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The best part is the upper deck with views of the ocean. We’d go up there every morning for yoga and breakfast, and at the end of the day for sunsets. If I were to mention any negatives it would be that you can’t regulate the heat in the house yourself. It has a set program, so if it gets cold, like it did when we were there, George will have to change the program to make it warmer from his end. Also, you can hear the Hwy which is just a few blocks down the hill. But we didn’t notice that after a while. We look forward to staying there again sometime!

10.0 / 10.0

I really liked this house. It's very spacious with lots of areas to hang out in, inside and outside. The master bed is amazingly comfortable and I really loved being able to access the backyard from there as well. The kitchen is stocked with plenty of pots/pans/devices which was a nice touch. There's a high chair and a packnplay in the garage which will be a lifesaver for anyone planning on bringing a little one. Check in was easy, house was clean and welcoming and the sunset view from the sun deck is not to be missed. I highly recommend this house and I hope to return some day.

10.0 / 10.0

Great communication from the host, and an excellent location in a nice quiet neighborhood close to everything! Very clean with everything you need, for a comfortable stay with a great west-facing backyard and upper deck to enjoy the sunsets. We are two adults plus our two french bulldogs. Everyone was happy staying here. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in town.

10.0 / 10.0

We had a wonderful stay at the Cardiff house! The listing was exactly as described. The home was clean and well-equipped for all of our needs. We will definitely be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Great communication

Great communication

Very desirable location. Owner has great communication

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect spot for us

Perfect spot for us

This rental was perfect for our week. Quick freeway access was a big plus. The outdoor kitchen, covered patio and yard were wonderful. And the upstairs deck was ideal for early morning coffee and enjoying sunshine. The house had everything we needed and more. We will be back.

10.0 / 10.0

Cardiff Xmas

Cardiff Xmas

Nice house and yard, we had a wonderful time!

10.0 / 10.0

Great house with a great location

Great house with a great location

Stayed here for almost a week for a pre Thanksgiving vacation with my family. The house was very clean and great location, very close to the beach. The backyard was perfect for my kids to hang out and play around. The rooftop was a great addition to watch the sunset. Living room TV was not working but George the owner was on top of it to get it fixed for us. Would definitely come back.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect fit!

Perfect fit!

This property is wonderful and was a perfect fit for our weekend. Clean, beautiful patio and deck, and great communication from the owner.

10.0 / 10.0

Horse race hideaway

Horse race hideaway

Just a great place to stay and relax. Stayed 4 nights while attending breeders cup @Delmar. 3 miles from track,easy access To and from. Talked to George once and that’s all it took. Nice Seaside Market for groceries close by. Plan on booking again next summer. Thank you for offering a wonderful rental!

10.0 / 10.0

Immaculate Dog Friendly property

Immaculate Dog Friendly property

We had a wonderful two week stay here with our dogs. The location was perfect! Only a short trip to Cardiff State Dog beach and the Seaside Market. The home was immaculate with extremely comfortable furniture and beds. The owner was great! He responded immediately to any questions we had. We will return! Chris S. Tucson , Arizona

10.0 / 10.0

Wedding Stay

Wedding Stay

Great location and easy to find/access off the Interstate, as well as, being just blocks from the ocean. It was very clean and comfortable for our family of four. The only criticism I would make is the lack of extra garbage bags, and soap/cleaner/softener for the dishwasher and washing machine. If we had needed the house for more cooking type activities and other family stuff, instead of being busy at a wedding, the limited amount of those items would have been really frustrating. Otherwise, though, the property was nice and back yard setting quite comfortable and well equipped.

10.0 / 10.0

Really great property

Really great property

We had a lovely time at this property. The backyard is great with plenty of seating. The house was very clean and had a fully stocked kitchen. The beds were so comfortable. We all slept really well. I was very happy with the location being so close to the Seaside Market and downtown Encinitas. Plenty of parking. Nice neighborhood good for walking. I would definitely come back.

8.0 / 10.0

Overall was a nice stay

Overall was a nice stay

Good host communication, house good equipped. Pictures differs from listing.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect Getaway House

Perfect Getaway House

Quiet neighborhood with great views of the ocean; clean comfortable house; great yard with both backyard bar and rooftop sunning deck. Within minutes of village, restaurants, supermarket; easy access to San Diego attractions. A great stay!

5.0 / 10.0

Great place We enjoyed our stayHouse equipped with all small details Great ocean view

10.0 / 10.0

Very nice place

Very nice place

Great place We enjoyed our stay House equipped with all small details Great ocean view

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF BY THE SEA?

We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and pets allowed.

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