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Ocean view, beach close escape to nature.

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Dining
Golf
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

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Encinitas, CA
  • Leucadia State Beach
    4 min walk
  • Beacon Beach
    9 min walk
  • Grandview Surf Beach
    10 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    14 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean view, beach close escape to nature.

Private retreat with ocean-view deck and only two easy blocks to beach access. (Please see our video on YouTube https://youtu.be/OZ8NCeRmRUg.)

Find us on Facebook at MyBeachStay.
Encinitas Short Term Rental Permit #RNTL-007098-2016.

Located in charming Leucadia (a section of Encinitas, California), this very private vacation rental consists of a living room with comfortable queen-sized sofa sleeper and a closet, a nicely appointed bedroom and a beautiful bathroom, plus outdoor living areas and an OUTDOOR kitchen that have features our guests love.

From the living room, there are French doors that open to the kitchen, which is OUTDOORS. There is also a door to a hallway that separates the living room, the bedroom and the bathroom, so both areas have complete privacy. The bedroom has French doors that open to the kitchen, too, so both the kitchen and living room with sofa bed can be separately accessed to and from the outdoor living and kitchen areas.

The outdoor kitchen is mostly "covered." This kitchen is well-equipped for almost any kind of cooking method: frying, baking, broiling, grilling, microwaving, crock-potting or doing things stovetop.

The outdoor, flagstone living area is bordered by flowers and artificial grass, frequented by hummingbirds and has an outdoor fireplace with hearth.

Your spaces are part of a residence and have a separate entrance. There are no stairs, except for the ones to your ocean-view deck. It is private and apart from the owners' quarters.

Enjoy warming around, lounging and dining by the fireplace with a outdoor wicker sectional and cushions. Or go up to your ocean-view deck and enjoy the sunset, work at the table or read a book. The kitchen counter area is all under cover, as is the granite breakfast bar that runs parallel to it. Dice at the counter, pour something from the refrigerator, scoop something from the freezer and serve at the bar. (Also next to the kitchen, there is a warm water rinse-off shower for after the beach!)

PETS ARE ALLOWED BUT MUST BE WELL-BEHAVED. If they have separation anxiety which results in howling, barking, chewing, wetting, etc., they cannot be left alone for more than one half hour. Thank you!

This quiet street has easy freeway access, walking distance to a grocery store, restaurants and shops. Several beach outlets available and within walking distance. This is a perfect place to begin and end a day if you venture out to do and see all that the San Diego area has to offer. There is Coaster train access to Solana Beach, Old Town and downtown San Diego is only 2 miles away in downtown Old Encinitas.

Your like-new kitchen (mostly under cover) includes:

* Top-of-the-line gas grill with easy start
* Gas stove burner with easy start
* Keurig single-cup coffeemaker for K-cup or your own coffee
* Regular coffeemaker
* Electric teakettle
* MIcrowave
* Toaster oven
* Blender
* Like-New Crockpot
* Whole house water filter system
* Newer Under Counter Refrigerator
* New Good Size Counter Freezer
* Pans/dishes/utensils, etc.
* Storage shelves and cabinets
* Drapes that can be pulled during more inclement weather
* Small heater for the kitchen if needed
* Outdoor shower

Fully-fenced outdoor living area:
* Flagstone
* Large group of furniture
* Gas log fireplace with stone hearth
* Umbrella with lights
* Granite counter bar with four stools (mostly under cover)
* Garden of artificial grass, flowers, hummingbird feeder, birdbath
* Upstairs deck with table and chairs and nice ocean view

Amenities include:
* Two Smart TV's, Firestick
* High Speed Wireless internet (Free Wifi 6) supporting an abundance of devices
* You Tube TV service
* Netflix and Amazon Prime streaming
* Work table in bedroom
* Sitting area in bedroom*
* Remodeled bathroom with tub/shower combination and drawers for storage
* The bedroom has Queen-sized bed with a gel mattress cover and lovely bedding. There is storage space beneath the bed. There is one upholstered chair and a small sofa, high-top dresser and large closet for storage.
* The living room can also be used as a bedroom with a top-of-the-line Pottery Barn Queen-sized sofa/sleeper selected for a highest quality mattress and very comfortable cushions when used as a sofa. Bedding is included. The living room also includes an easy chair and ottomans along with one other upholstered chair PLUS a dining table for four people. There is lots of storage space beneath the television cabinet and a closet.

* Beach towels for two to four
* Bath towels for two to four
* Fan and space heater (There is also central heat.)
* No separate laundry, but for $75 a month per two people extra paid on site you can use the owner's laundry and detergent in the garage.
* Monthly rental includes professional cleaning at about two week intervals.

Also included:
* Two beach chairs
* Boogie boards on request
* Beach umbrella on request
* Sand toys on request
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Leucadia State Beach. Enjoy features like a water park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Moonlight State Beach and 13 minutes from LEGOLAND® California
Ocean view, beach close escape to nature. offers its guests a water park. Ocean view, beach close escape to nature. also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Encinitas apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Sheryl and Bob Chase

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please tell us about your pet prior.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number RNTL-007098-2016

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Ocean view, beach close escape to nature. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Getaway
I had a great stay here this summer. The hosts are lovely and thoughtful, the place is comfy and low-maintenance, and the location is fabulous: one block from the beach, and one block from the main drag with great restaurants and shops. If you’re looking for a beach getaway, you couldn’t do better….
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Encinitas
Sheryl was great, she communicated quickly and even gave us some great recommendations for places to eat and go. The location was awesome and they had body boards and items to use at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S., Centreville

Liked: Cleanliness
March with the Smith’s
Bob and Sheryl are fabulous hosts! Beautiful outdoor space. Everything on the inside was comfortable, clean and cozy. We were worried about the outdoor kitchen space, however it was just fine. Well stocked and fun. Added a bit of adventure to the trip. We had our grandkids visit over the visit and having the outdoor space was very welcome. Location is perfect. We love walking on Neptune, quick walk to Peachy’s and Leucadia donuts! Of course also easy walk to all the 101 restaurants. We will be back!
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
Very special place. Beautiful back yard with fireplace. Owners are very accommodating. This is our 2nd stay and will be back.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen t., Carmel Valley, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
We were looking for a home away from home and we found it! Friendly private and lovely backyard
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

NANCY G., Atlantic city

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location !
I'm was very impressed with this property! It was well thought out and put together nicely. The people renting it were a lovely couple and very accommodating.
Stayed 34 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to unwind and enjoy ocean breeze.
Our stay was such a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Sheryl and Bob have created an extremely welcoming space with a secluded patio surrounded by all types of florals and in walking distance to the ocean, restaurants, shops, bars, ect. We felt rested and rejuvenated following our stay and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
👌
Sheryl is a wonderful host and the property is in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great outdoor space
Loved our stay. Great location. one block from ocean. Apartment was clean and cozy. Outdoor space exceptional. Loved the gas fireplace and outdoor furniture. Outdoor kitchen worked well. Had everything we needed. Table and chairs inside was helpful on chilly mornings. Best of all Sheryl and Bob were wonderful hosts. We will be back.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

sharon & tim k., Austin USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
We loved our 5 week stay at this little place perfectly located between Beacons and Grandview beaches. It's a great neighborhood with restaurants, surf shops, a USPS post office, and small grocery market all within a few blocks. Walking our dogs to Beacons to watch the sunset became one of our favorite evening activities. Bob and Sheryl are great. Sheryl greeted us upon arrival and gave us a quick tour. They are both very conscientious about giving their guests privacy. We hardly saw them unless we needed something and then they were immediately available. The apartment is small but the space is efficient. There was plenty of storage space for our things (2 large closets and lots of empty drawers). I appreciated that the bathroom was roomy with a nice shower/tub combo and lots of counter space. The outdoor space is big enough to have friends over and was our favorite place to hang out with our pets. The outdoor kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals. It was a treat to have access to the extra upstairs balcony with a dining table for 4 and a fantastic view of the sunsets. A friend came to stay with us for a weekend and said that the pull out sofa was very comfortable. If you are looking for a comfortable place to stay with great access to two surf beaches we highly recommend Bob and Sheryl's place.
Stayed 35 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Leucadia Beach Retreat
Great place and location. Just a short walk from the beach. Easy to get around Leucadia and Encinitas. Very neat and tidy place, the outdoor living area was just what we (and our dog!) needed. Sheryl and Bob were very welcoming and nice! Thank you for letting us stay at your place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and wonderful hosts!
Sheryl and Bob were wonderful hosts. They are warm, kind and super helpful while being extremely respectful of our privacy. The unit is in an amazing location - walking distance to Beacon's and Grandview beaches which are great surfing spots. It's also biking distance to Moonlight and Ponto Beaches which are a bit more roomy for family fun in the sand. There are tons of great cafes and restaurants within walking distance and a small super market that's practically next door, selling local produce and essentials. The place has a nice and quiet bedroom; living room with a comfy pull out couch. There's an outdoor kitchen with access to an ocean view deck. It's a great a great place to socialize while preparing meals outside in perfect summer weather, with a myriad humming birds and butterflies visiting the garden. The kitchen's well stocked w/ everything you could need on vacation. We stayed for 6 weeks w/ 2 elementary school age kids. It is a bit small, but manageable, for such an extended stay w/ a family (our kids definitely started missing their room and yard towards the end). However, I would highly recommend it for a shorter family stay or a stay of any length for a couple or a single person.
Stayed 41 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walk to the beach was perfect. We loved that you could walk to the neighborhood market, a coffee shop, taco or pizza place in addition to other shops. Immense gratitude to Sheryl & Bob for graciously accommodating our needs and requests. I do hope to plan to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeneyl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Backyard Oasis
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Leucadia. The location is perfect. A short walk to Just Peachy, our favorite produce market, short walk to the ocean, restaurants and shops. The patio had everything you needed to enjoy the sun during the day and a gas fireplace to warm you up in the evening. My husband and I love being outside so having an outdoor kitchen was right up our alley. The hosts are warm and welcoming. They were very accommodating when our dates changed and made it work for us. I would give them a 5+ rating if I could.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described!
Sheryl and Bob were incredible hosts. We stayed at their beach house with our two young children and our dog for more than a month while we waited to move in to our new home. The location can't be beat as it's just blocks away from two beach accesses. We will miss our evening hang-outs on the patio and sunset strolls to the beach. Thank you Sheryl and Bob!
Stayed 44 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

MARGARET MARY A., Anchorage AK

Liked: Cleanliness
Our February Stay
It was a bit chilly in the morning , and we did not use the outdoor kitchen very much , but owners were very responsive and did emery thing they could to make our stay pleasant .
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host, space and location.
We used this property to work, visit relatives, and enjoy nice ocean view walks. Sheryl is very communicative and responsive. Restaurants and groceries are walkable too. We will consider this location for future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Chad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inside was super cozy and quiet really liked it, the bed in the living is being upgraded which will make it that much better. The outdoor kitchen we liked but it was a little chilly for that time of year. A light around the grill would be nice for cooking in the dark. The hosts were great very friendly
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and Quirky (in a good way)
This unit is clean and very well equipped. Four of us (plus a puppy) we’re very comfortable. Even in a rare San Diego rain event the outdoor kitchen met all our needs. The deck at the top of the stairs provides a nice ocean view and the on-premise landlords were pleasant and accommodating. We recommend highly!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zaneta B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving
The place came with bonus great sunny weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Perfect
Couldn’t have asked for a better place. Sheryl was a gracious and thoughtful host. The place and garden was serene. The location was perfect for walking, dining and beach going. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 44 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda M., palm desert, ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous two month vacation break from Palm Desert
This is the first time I’ve ever stayed anywhere for two months and it is by far the best location I’ve seen in the area. Just a block from all the restaurants on Highway 101 and less than a block from the road that runs along the bluff to the ocean. Lots of places to walk and super convenient to everything else you need. The outdoor space was amazing and my dogs and I were out there at least 70% of the time. I’ve never seen them so happy, because we don’t have a yard like this in the desert. Bed was comfortable and the outdoor kitchen was fine for everything I needed. Loved having Hulu and Netflix, so I could binge on everything I missed. Bob and Cheryl live on site, which was fabulous. Super nice and very responsive, yet you will never know they’re there. I will definitely be back when I decided to stay at this part of the coast again.
Stayed 57 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
Great place and location! The yard was fantastic for working remotely in 75 degree weather! Walking distance to15 restaurants and a great little general store one block away. Bring electric bikes and you'll own the whole town of Encinitas. Thank you Sheryl and Bob for making us feel at home (and our pup Opus 😎) We'll be back!
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
We booked at 5 week stay with Bob and Sheryl while we relocated to the area. Bob and Sheryl are the nicest people and the most accommodating. Enjoy your coffee on your private balcony with views of the ocean or relax and read a book in one of the sitting areas also located in your own yard. Walking distance to restaurants, Beacon and Grandview beaches. Many thanks Bob and Sheryl.
Stayed 35 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 days of peace
Owners on site, very accommodating. Small backyard with fireplace and comfortable seating. Fully equipped outdoor kitchen and BBQ. Restaurants and beach are short walks. Sunsets at beach overlook are a must.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021