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Encinitas Beach Haus 2BR1BA lovely midcentury modern beach house blocks to ocean

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Welcome to Encinitas Beach Haus!
Enjoy the big front deck
A great place to enjoy coffee in the morning
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 496.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Dryer
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Outdoor space
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Popular LocationSelf Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens2 min walk
  • Popular LocationMoonlight State Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Diego Botanic Garden4 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)34 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom Main House

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Encinitas Beach Haus 2BR1BA lovely midcentury modern beach house blocks to ocean

Fabulous 2BR/1BAhouse in a great location - close to beach and close to the action on the 101! (casita/ADU also available for reservations >30 days). No check-ins on Sundays.
Encinitas Beach Haus is a lovely contemporary beach bungalow in the heart of downtown Encinitas and only 1/2 block to breathtaking ocean views. Beach access is just blocks away at Swami's, D Street, or Moonlight Beach (C and B street). The house is located West of the 5 freeway AND West of Coastal Highway 101, meaning no highway crossing required to access the beach. It features a sleek, stylish design boasting high-end finishes and appliances, including bamboo flooring throughout, expansive exposed beam ceilings, La Cantina door to enhance indoor/outdoor living, and stainless steel KitchenAid appliances. The main house offers 2 bedrooms (both with King beds – perfect for 4 people), 1 bathroom w/shower, plus an open-concept kitchen, dining area and living room with modern gas fireplace (this provides heat for the front house). The large back courtyard features outdoor seating, gas firepit, and large bar island with lots of space. The bedrooms have shades on the main windows, but they are more for privacy than for blocking light. If you are sensitive to light, I recommend you bring an eyemask. Like most houses in coastal San Diego, this house does not have a/c. (At the back of the property there is a casita/ADU that is available for 30+ day rentals only. The casita/ADU offers 1 bedroom (with 2 Queen beds), 1 bathroom plus living room with sofa bed, kitchenette, skylights, ceiling fan…but only for rentals >30 days. There will be an additional nightly charge if renting the casita/ADU (30+ day rentals only). If you are renting only the front house, there will be no one in the casita/ADU while you are there so you will not be sharing the yard with anyone. The laundry room is in the casita/ADU but other than the laundry room renters will have no access to the casita/ADU.)

This home is located within walking distance to 2 great beaches: Moonlight Beach in Encinitas (about 6 blocks) and Swami’s beach in Cardiff (about 0.4 miles). Moonlight Beach is a wonderful family-friendly beach that features sand volleyball courts, playground equipment, fire pits, tennis courts and new facilities, including restrooms, beachside snack hut and equipment rental shops. Swami’s is one of the greatest surf beaches in the area and is located next to the world-famous Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens. You can walk through the gardens just down the street from the Beach Haus. Included in your rental are beach chairs, beach wagon and other gear and to help you enjoy your time at the beach. An outdoor shower with hot water allows you to easily rinse off the sand from your day.

Please note: This is a very nice house and is special to us. If you can not treat the house with respect and follow all the rules (no additional people, no social gatherings of any kind, no pets, no smoking of any kind, etc.), then this is not the rental for you. You will be required to complete a contract sent to you by the owner before your reservation will be considered final. Casita/ADU on property only for rentals >30 days. Discounts available for longer term rentals. No a/c on property (but plenty of fans) and no heat other than the fireplace in the front house.

Encinitas Beach Haus is only 2 blocks to all the wonderful shopping and restaurants available on Coastal Highway 101. There you will find many dining and drinking options within walking distance to keep you entertained throughout your stay including City Taco, Culture Brewing, Encinitas Ale House, Union Kitchen & Tap, Blue Ribbon Pizza, Trattoria I Trulli, The Taco Stand, Swami’s Café, The Bier Garden, Urbn Pizza, Cali Cream and so many more.

If you need a break from the beach, Encinitas also is home to many yoga studios, the classic La Paloma movie theater, and the San Diego Botanic Garden with four miles of garden trails and numerous exhibits including rare bamboo groves, desert gardens, a tropical rainforest, California native plants, Mediterranean climate landscapes, succulent gardens, an herb garden, firesafe landscaping, a subtropical fruit garden, and native coastal sage natural areas. The meditation gardens are just down the street and are incredibly peaceful and beautiful.

Outside of Encinitas but still close, you can enjoy the Del Mar racetrack, Carlsbad, Legoland, Sea World, the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Parks, Seaport Village, Cedros Design District, the Stephen Birch Aquarium, Torrey Pines for hiking, Balboa Park, Coronado Island, Old Town and the downtown Gaslamp District. Within a 1-hour drive in Anaheim are Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm.

There is no end to the fun San Diego offers, and most are a quick drive or train ride from Encinitas. The central location of this special home allows you to leave the car behind and enjoy many wonderful in-town experiences, or hop on the Coaster (train) and explore further afield.

Note: You will need to complete, sign and return a contract or you will be required to cancel your reservation. A copy of identification will be requested. Cameras are installed on the outside of the house for security purposes only. Home is not to be used for business events and NO PARTIES/SOCIAL GATHERINGS are allowed. Only people listed on the contract are allowed on the premises. Any infractions of these rules could result in your security deposit not being returned. Maximum of 5 adults. Not child-proofed and not suitable for very young children. No access to the casita/ADU for short-term renters other than use of the laundry room.
STR Permit #RNTL-029644-2024

Property manager

Debbie Way

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No child-proofing and steep stairs.

Events

No events allowed
NO SOCIAL gatherings of any kind

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, juuling, vaping, etc. ANYWHERE
Renter to sign provided contract or must cancel reservation themselves. False/incorrect information=renter cancels reservation. No checkins on Sunday
Security deposit will be forfeited if additional guests are on the property or in the yard who are not on the provided and signed contract.
No refunds given due to storms, fires, snow issues, road closures, construction, weather, environmental, air quality, or other adverse conditions.

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: NO SOCIAL gatherings of any kind
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Encinitas

Located in Encinitas, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Torrey Pines Golf Course and Oceanside Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Fairgrounds. Check out an event or a game at Del Mar Racetrack, and consider making time for Birch Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 2 min walk
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 4 min walk
  • Swamis Beach - 10 min walk
  • Moonlight State Beach - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Biergarden Encinitas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gelato 101 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Herb & Sea - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Encinitas Beach Haus 2BR1BA lovely midcentury modern beach house blocks to ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Encinitas Beach Haus 2BR1BA lovely midcentury modern beach house blocks to ocean?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Encinitas Beach Haus 2BR1BA lovely midcentury modern beach house blocks to ocean?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Encinitas Beach Haus 2BR1BA lovely midcentury modern beach house blocks to ocean located?

Located in the heart of Encinitas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Moonlight State Beach. Self Realization Fellowship and San Elijo State Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa S., Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely, well-equipped home
We had a great stay. Debbie was easy to work with and the house is comfortable and very well-equipped. We walked to get coffee, food, etc every day, and could walk 30 seconds to see a gorgeous sunset every night. Renters should be aware that there is no HVAC system in the main house at all. There is a fireplace in the living room that does an admirable job of heating the space over time, but there is no thermostat so you can only adjust the heat by turning the fireplace off and on. Most of the time: no big deal. During a cold January....it was a bit of deal. We used a small space heater in the master bedroom/bath area so that helped. Also...a plus is the huge windows front and back for natural light...and also a minus, since there is not great privacy. Kind of a fish bowl, but we got used to it. And the bedroom roller shades are not opaque, which could be an issue if you have people staying across the courtyard in the casita. At night, with the lights on in the bedroom, you can see in. Could benefit from some opaque blinds.
Stayed 49 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great location
We really enjoyed our stay. The property is nice and updated, has everything you need, and is in a great location. The fact that there is a separate casita and a nice outdoor patio and garden in between makes it feel even more open and spacious. Debbie was very nice to work with. I definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection @ The Beach Haus
We spent a wonderful week at the Haus in mid August. The home itself was spotless, tasteful and well furnished with all the supplies a vacationing family could want. The separate little home, or casita, was truly a big win for our 17-year-old. But the setup would also suit two families very well. Location is perfect ... 1/2 a block and you are at a small park, ideal for watching the sun burn into the Pacific every evening. Head East a few blocks and you are on the 101 with all the coffee shops, restaurants and shopping you can handle. And Moonlight Beach is only a quick couple of blocks away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and great location
Beautiful home in great location.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is located so that you can walk to the downtown and moonlight beach.
It's nice to have to separate living areas- would be nice to have an umbrella in the outdoor space for the afternoon sun.

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our expectations !
Lovely home , wonderful owner who takes great pride in her property. Close walk to the beach and restaurants. Would stay again! The best yet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
Very clean and modern. 2 separate houses worked great for our family. The location in Encinitas couldn't be better, the beach and downtown are easy walking distance. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Great location and amenities
A group of 5 women stayed here for a girls weekend. The house has high end amenities and super comfortable beds as well as cruiser bikes and beach chairs. It had everything we could want and more. It is just a short walk to coffee and to the main street with all the shops and restaurants. I would definitely stay here again.

8/10 Good

Rene V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous and comfortable
The home was very beautiful with a great kitchen! We loved it. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because it was not as clean as expected. Bathroom mats were not washed and extra blankets were not washed. The kitchen had lots of ants that we had to take care of. Overall we had a great stay.

10/10 Excellent

Channing M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our trip!
This house is a short walk to the beach, stores, places to eat etc. We loved it! It was great being able to eat and hangout in the backyard after a long day at the beach. Perfect house!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Fantastic house and location
We loved this house! Great place to stay in and hang out, short walk to the beach, and walking distance to great food in Encinitas. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia K.

Loved the Beach Haus
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property. The house was clean and in pristine condition. The yard is lovely and there's plenty of room to sit outside and enjoy the nice weather. There is beach access within a few blocks in either direction. Walking distance to lots of restaurants and bars. The neighborhood is very quiet and relaxing. Debbie was easy to work with and the whole rental experience was very smooth. Highly recommend for a low-key stay in this beach town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jeff P.

Great house! Very clean!
Good beds, Debbie was very easy to work with, thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S., Stamford, Connecticut, USA

Beautiful place
Way to many administrative details prior to final confirmation took away from the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R., Dallas, USA

Encinitas Beach Haus - The Center of Everything!
I have rented many houses in the Encinitas area over the years and the Beach Haus is one of my favorites! The location is fantastic - an easy walk to Moonlight Beach, which has lifeguards and a playground, and into town for food/shopping/etc. The house is well organized and very well maintained, with comfortable beds, a full kitchen and an outside shower with hot water, making it easy to come and go from the beach. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

Beautifully designed
Wonderful beach house, beautifully decorated. We had a great Christmas here!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R., Phoenix

Best Encinitas Stay
For brevity, and before you read on, if you are even slightly considering the Encinitas Beach Haus for your next stay stay - book immediately. What an amazing home. The main house is well thought-out in terms of living space, kept clean, and is the perfect hangout in between beach visits and roaming around town. The Casita in the back is a secluded bonus - especially if multiple families are sharing the home and need space. Everything is well-labeled within the house, including home instructions. Thanks Debbie - we are anxious to return to your lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Amazing house for two families to share; walking distance to everything!
This is an extremely clean, and luxurious house but share. Less than 5min walk to town (tons of restaurants and stores) and amazing beaches for surfing swimming or families! Comes stocked with great ammenities- Netflix , sonos, everything u need to cook. I will share the level of detail/ rules and contract you get shown to rent is initially very daunting and way more than any home I've rented in 7yrs, but it is beutiful and Debbie was extremely responsive and easy to deal with!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacque G.

Beautiful, Clean Beach House
The house was very clean and updated. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Location was convenient to restaurants and Moonlight Beach. There were boogie boards, beach umbrellas, towels, and bikes available to use during our stay. We didn't get a chance to use the bikes, but we enjoyed the beach cart and my sons learned to boogie board! My family and I enjoyed this house and the town of Encinitas. Legoland was also very close by. Would recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

kellie f.

Beautiful, modern Eninitas Beachhouse
My family stayed here in late July, 2018. The pictures don't do justice to how beautiful and clean the house is. All new finishes, hardwood floors, beautiful backyard courtyard, and awesome casita. Location was also great as we could walk to the beach. Beach toys and bikes are provided, as well as all towels so that was a plus. The only reason that I am giving it four instead of five stars is there is no central air. The house has beautiful big windows which let the nice breeze in, just would have been nice to close windows as sounds from traffic and train made sleeping a challenge (front room only).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

This Perfect Property Exceeded our Expectations
This is a fantastic property with a responsive and organized owner. It was my first VRBO and she was so helpful; answered all of my questions. The process, instructions, and home are very well organized (think discreet but helpful labels on the drawers, cabinets and so on). It is about a 5 to 6 block walk to the beach at D Street. (You do need to be able to walk stairs to access there and also the front entry as shown does have a steep stairway so probably not a good property if your mobility is impaired.) For our college aged kids and teen foreign exchange student, however, it was perfect. The boys had their own space in the guest house and husband, daughter and I had the main house. Home is simply, but tastefully decorated and we had everything we needed. Beds are super comfortable; shower, TV, and everything in the kitchen worked well.The home was spotless and well maintained. Outdoor patio area between the two buildings was great for lounging around.There are a number of very good restaurants within walking distance making the car unnecessary at night. There are also some cute little shops and a Starbucks nearby. The only negatives, and neither was not a problem for us: (1) the home has a lot of natural light and the bedroom shades don't keep a lot out so a very light sleeper might want to bring an eye mask and (2) we didn't see any AC. (We did see heat.) Temperatures were in the 70's so we didn't need it. Other than that, we thought it was perfect. Our exchange student said the time hanging out at the house and the beach in San Diego was his favorite thing he got to do in America! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jackie C.

Very disappointed with the experience with the owner!
The owner did not return any of our deposit for claims she didn't provide any proof. We took good care of the house and cleaned very well. She even went as far to say that since one visitor hung out for a few hours at the house whom was not on the contract (even though there is proof that he did not stay the night there), that we broke the contract. The outdoor area is made to hang out and socialize, although when we used the area, she claimed it was a party and we were too loud, despite not getting any complaints of noise.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Cozy, comfortable, convenient
Charming home: very convenient to beach, views, and fun of Encinitas. Comfortable patio connected the back guest house to breezy open air common areas, providing a wonderful socializing/dining space and maximizing privacy of the bedrooms. Bikes were excellent way to get to beach and toys were much appreciated in the waves. Owner provided exemplary instructions to enjoy house amenities and make check in & out a breeze. We’ll hope to stay here again our next trip to San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

karl s., Henderson NV

Great location!
Encinitas Beach Haus is beautiful, clean and tastefully decorated. It's in a perfect location. Nice, safe neighborhood. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, Meditation Gardens and beaches. We loved our stay here! Wendy is great to work with - It was a wonderful getaway! Thank you Wendy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Debbie Way

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We are a family of four who loves San Diego, Lake Tahoe and traveling. We have lived and traveled all over the world and just returned to California a few years ago. Our daughters have grown up skiing Tahoe in the winter, and enjoying the lake in the summer. I am originally a SoCal girl who lived in San Diego. We were so excited to get the opportunity to purchase a house in our desired location with plenty of room for friends and family. We hope you love the area and our home as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We love the location and feel of this house. Fantastic 2 bedroom front house and back 1+ bedroom casita make it the perfect vacation solution. Close to everything Encinitas has to offer - we love just leaving our car behind and walking to the beaches and restaurants of town.

What makes this property unique

Walkable to so much!

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