Staci is a very gracious owner/host. As with any rental property there were minor questions. Staci responded to texts within a few minutes, and she stopped by to deal with questions in person. I’ve rented many beach homes in the Del Mar, Solana Beach, Leucadia area during past summers. Staci’s home was among the very best properties we’ve had the pleasure of leasing. The home was extremely clean and well-stocked. The view is spectacular. The location is great. As I told Staci, while it sounds odd there are two tests I have for whether a host offers a really great place (because, after all, you expect the place to deliver what the online description contains)…one is that all the sliding glass doors and screen doors actually work (they don’t in many expensive beach rentals because of the corrosive effects of the sea air), and the other is that the barbecue both works and is clean. Staci’s place scored on both counts. Meeting these two odd criteria showed that Staci takes care to maintain her property better than most. We’ll stay with her again.

This was a great location. Views were awesome! Stacy was always there when needed.

The home was everything we hoped it would be. It was clean, comfortable and accommodated our family with older kids. From relaxing on the patio listening to the waves while enjoying the views, to the nice walks to the nearby shops, restaurants and beach this was the perfect spot for us this year.

Renting and checkin was easy. The view is unsurpassed. The backyard could use some updating to make it safer. There are 2 cables along the pathway which have come out and it would be possible for a child to fall down the steep cliff. We didn’t allow our grandchild anywhere near obviously, but it felt like a security risk. The description of the rooms for sleeping are not clear. It could certainly not be considered a 4 bedroom house. There are 2 king beds, one in the main house and one in the casita. A curtain divided the casita room and there is a double bed there. The house has a bunk room. Perhaps 2 couples and a few children could be comfortable there. There wasn’t enough room for the 8 people we had planned on having. It was a very pricey rental for the available space. I would have it listed for 4-6 persons, 4 adults at most. The kitchen is equipped, but the cleaning could be better. You can’t count on using oils or spices like you might normally think you would have to use. We only cooked there twice out of 7 nights. If I do a beach stay like this again I will definitely check the accommodations out better. A week long beach stay is a very expensive proposition and I feel like the value wasn’t equal to what I paid. The view is amazing. The beaches are far from the property. You have to be willing to drive to the beach.

Property was exactly as promised. The view is breathtaking. We saw dolphins six of the eight days (!!) we were there, and the sight/sounds of the tide were soothing for even the youngest family member. (The Amtrak noise took some getting used to, but we adapted.) The house and casita were comfortable and well-equipped. There were plenty of boogie boards, chairs and umbrellas for beach trips. Best family vacation of our lives. (BTW, the owner was quick to respond to questions/issues. A couple of the window screens need attention, but that didn’t affect our comfort at all.) Fabulous property. We’d go back tomorrow if possible!

Absolutely breathtaking views. Walking distance to many great restaurants/shops. Perfect stay. There was construction directly across the street the whole time and it was a bit of a nuisance and wasn’t brought to our attention before our stay. With that being said, the views were so incredible that we’d absolutely stay here again. Stacy and her husband were very responsive and accommodating.

Absolutely breathtaking views. Walking distance to many great restaurants/shops. Perfect stay. There was construction directly across the street the whole time and it was a bit of a nuisance and wasn’t brought to our attention before our stay. With that being said, the views were so incredible that we’d absolutely stay here again. Stacy and her husband were very responsive and accommodating.

A wonderful house that worked perfectly for 2 families of 4 (4 adults, 4 kids under 6)! The house was clean, well equipped, a great location - can walk to all kinds of restaurants and coffee shops, central to the highway to get to activities, AMAZING views, the owner was wonderful to communicate with. We would absolutely stay here again!

A wonderful house that worked perfectly for 2 families of 4 (4 adults, 4 kids under 6)! The house was clean, well equipped, a great location - can walk to all kinds of restaurants and coffee shops, central to the highway to get to activities, AMAZING views, the owner was wonderful to communicate with. We would absolutely stay here again!

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay at this cozy home with a beautiful view, a short walk to local coffee shop Pannikin that our teens enjoyed a daily visit to, as well as several delicious local restaurant within walking distance and a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed relaxing on the patio as much or more then even going down to the beach, but we visited in March when it was sometimes cool. Don't hesitate to book this for a relaxing trip to the coast and a beautiful ocean view!

The house is great - very clean, updated, and well laid out. The views of the ocean from the patio, living room, and kitchen are spectacular. The neighborhood is very walkable (shops, restaurants, coffee) and the town has an amazing farmers market on Sundays. Stacy was very responsive and accommodating. It's fantastic.

Great location, easy communication with host, fun place to stay with a family to have beach fun.

We loved our stay at this property. Gorgeous location, stunning views and everything about the house was described accurately. We would not hesitate to rent again!

Beautiful spot.

Beautiful spot.

Lovely home and awesome location.

Lovely home and awesome location.

Great view, location & kitchen amenities. We had a great family trip.

Great view, location & kitchen amenities. We had a great family trip.

We had an excellent time! The experience was amazing. Stacy was super sweet and responsive to all of our questions. She created a great guide for places to visit around town including stores and restaurants. Her property is amazing and located in a spot with a beautiful view of the beach and sunset and with easy access to the beach as well. We would definitely stay there again :)

Our family really enjoyed our stay at the Bird House. The house is great, and the views are amazing. Just a short walk to the beach. Stacy was great, and responded quickly to any questions we had. We would definitely consider coming back in the future.

Our family really enjoyed our stay at the Bird House. The house is great, and the views are amazing. Just a short walk to the beach. Stacy was great, and responded quickly to any questions we had. We would definitely consider coming back in the future.

Well appointed, excellent amenities, close to beach access, great choices for bars & restaurants.

Well appointed, excellent amenities, close to beach access, great choices for bars & restaurants.

Breathtaking views! Home was very clean and the kitchen was well appointed. Stacy was quick to respond to all of my questions.

Breathtaking views! Home was very clean and the kitchen was well appointed. Stacy was quick to respond to all of my questions.

Our family enjoyed our week at Bird House. The kids and parent slept in the casita and had privacy and quiet. The group were all able to be together in the main house and on the patio. It was great having coffee looking out at the Pacific. The kitchen was well-stocked. We would recommend and stay again!

Loved everything about this property! View was like you were at the beach all day, hearing and seeing the waves, but no sand mess. House was great with a nice open floor plan. Having the casita for our daughter, husband and baby was wonderful and they loved it! Would love to come back!

My friends and I stayed at this house on Neptune Ave for a week. The view of the ocean is completely breathtaking from the kitchen and living room area. Stacy has kept the house very clean and she is super responsive. She responded to my texts within minutes. We had a wonderful time while there. The house is within 5 minute walk to the closest beach and 20 minutes to another beach to the south of the house. There are tons of restaurants nearby and all the ones Stacy recommended are great. She is really one of the best hosts I have dealt with!!The only issue we had was the rooms in the Casita are a bit small. The fourth bedroom is more like a den to the third bedroom, with no doors in between. The lack of natural lighting in the fourth room makes the stay for my friends with 3 children a bit crammed.

My friends and I stayed at this house on Neptune Ave for a week. The view of the ocean is completely breathtaking from the kitchen and living room area. Stacy has kept the house very clean and she is super responsive. She responded to my texts within minutes. We had a wonderful time while there. The house is within 5 minute walk to the closest beach and 20 minutes to another beach to the south of the house. There are tons of restaurants nearby and all the ones Stacy recommended are great. She is really one of the best hosts I have dealt with!! The only issue we had was the rooms in the Casita are a bit small. The fourth bedroom is more like a den to the third bedroom, with no doors in between. The lack of natural lighting in the fourth room makes the stay for my friends with 3 children a bit crammed.

It was a beautiful week in Encinitas and the view from Bird House can't be beat!! Beautiful sunsets, dolphins, seals and just the calming sound of the ocean! The house was as advertised and had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Would recommend to anyone looking to get away from it all!

It was a beautiful week in Encinitas and the view from Bird House can't be beat!! Beautiful sunsets, dolphins, seals and just the calming sound of the ocean! The house was as advertised and had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Would recommend to anyone looking to get away from it all!