SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF RETREAT
About this house rental
Situated in Cardiff, this charming house for $387 per night is a great option for your next vacation. Cardiff by the Sea is a romantic surfing village with beautiful beaches and incredible weather. Pack your gear and head to Cardiff State Beach for surfing, swimming or just a relaxing stroll. Its restaurant row offers abundant beachfront dining. Cardiff is home to Seaside Market, VG Donuts, numerous boutiques, shops and local eateries. Nestled between the cities of Solana Beach and Encinitas it is a short distance to the city of San Diego accessible by the “Coaster” our local train service. The ' Del Mar Race Track” is 3.2 miles south and “Legoland” in Carlsbad is just 8 miles north. The World famous San Diego Zoo, San Diego Safari Park and Sea World are just 30 minutes away. Other attractions such as Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm are just 1.5 hours north. This single level home was designed with an open concept to entertain inside and out. Grab your morning coffee and sit out on the front patio to watch the sunrise. The main living area has a 52in LED TV and a gas fireplace. It opens to the back patio/sports bar. It too has a 52in LED TV, bar fridge, gas BBQ and plenty of seating. The fully equipped kitchen allows you to prepare gourmet meals for your family and friends. It has travertine floors, granite counter tops and a floating island. It has numerous small appliances, coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, rice cooker, hand mixer and dinner service for eight. You can cook in or eat out. The home has Wi-Fi throughout. The sun deck offers a year round ocean/sunset view that stretches from Oceanside to Torrey Pines. On a clear day you can see the islands off the coast of San Clemente. CITY OF ENCINTAS PERMIT # RNTL-026549-2023
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Cardiff, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(93 Reviews)
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
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
Property was very clean. Owner kind to let us in the property a little early. Thank you!
5.0
Property was very clean. Owner kind to let us in the property a little early. Thank you!
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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
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.
5.0
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
Would stay again. Didn’t want to come home
5.0
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!!
5.0
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!
5.0
Would stay again. Didn’t want to come home
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!
5.0
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
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.
5.0
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
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.
5.0
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
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!
5.0
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!
5.0
Very desirable location. Owner has great communication
5.0
Great communication
Very desirable location. Owner has great communication
5.0
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.
5.0
Nice house and yard, we had a wonderful time!
5.0
Cardiff Xmas
Nice house and yard, we had a wonderful time!
5.0
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.
5.0
This property is wonderful and was a perfect fit for our weekend. Clean, beautiful patio and deck, and great communication from the owner.
5.0
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.
3.0
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!
5.0
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!
5.0
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
5.0
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
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
4.0
Good host communication, house good equipped. Pictures differs from listing.
4.0
Overall was a nice stay
Good host communication, house good equipped. Pictures differs from listing.
5.0
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!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Cardiff?
The average price for a rental in Cardiff is $437 per night. This rental is $50 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at SURF & SUN @ CARDIFF RETREAT. 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 RETREAT 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 RETREAT?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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