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Cute, clean private studio. Close to the beach!
West of the 5 Freeway! Close to beach! Very clean and modern studio apartment located in Cardiff by the Sea. Across the street from the lagoon and central to everything! Spacious for a couple. Close to Cardiff State Beach and the campgrounds. Very private and very CLEAN. Private entrance. Kitchenette and full bathroom. Two fridges, extra large TV, coffee maker, microwave, and more. Bed is SUPER comfortable. We take extra precautions with cleaning. Wonderful reviews. Discounts for longer stays.

Cardiff by the Sea, CA "Always on Beach Time!"
City of Encinitas Permit RNTL-007934-2018 Max 4 people Lovely, comfortable, 2 story townhouse/apartment-a part of a quiet family setting! Short walk to the Cardiff State Beach, 1 block from Glen Park, 2 blocks to unique,"downtown" Cardiff, thriving "Old Encinitas" and Swami's! Close to Moonlight Beach, Legoland, Del Mar Racetrack, UCSD. Perfect family "beach fun" place and Snowbirds!! Close to Torrey Pines Biotech corridor, Scripps Encinitas and Green Hosp/Clinic, UCSD medical center.

The Seaford - sweeping ocean view and pet friendly
The Seaford is a magical seaside property with panoramic ocean views. It’s both an experiential feast for the eyes, and a place made for the adventures of real life. Recently re-tuned and modernized, it's been designed to reflect the roots of our vibrant community so guests can feel fully integrated into what makes this town so special. Our goal here at The Seaford is to be a comfortable and relaxing backdrop for memories made, and our hope is to have you return year after year to make more.

Cardiff Hope House with Ocean View
Newly renovated 2 BR boho-style duplex home with large ocean view deck, high vaulted ceilings, and big backyard shaded by bamboo and palm trees. Front bedroom has an ocean view and master bedroom has large glass slider doors with garden view. A big feature of Hope House is the glass-railing deck, especially at sunset! Perfect for a family beach vacation, surf trip, girl's weekend, or creative retreat. Includes BBQ, laundry, parking, fiber WiFi, New 50" Smart TV with Netflix & Amazon Prime.

Zencinitas2
Come enjoy everything that Encinitas has to offer and live like the locals! It’s like staying at a friend’s place without feeling like you are invading their space! Very peaceful, clean and perfectly located between beach (with great restaurants and boutiques) and El Camino Real (where all the big shops are located). Your own private entrance with parking right in front of the gate. A private studio with newly remodeled spa-like bathroom. Attached to our home - but completely private.

Cardiff, Walk to Beach, Rooftop view, pet-friendly
Spacious, dog friendly, Ocean View from Rooftop Deck, Walk to the Beach, fireplace, BBQ. Unwind at this comfortable home-away from-home, a short walk to the beach. Spend the day at the beach or explore the charming Cardiff town, all within a 15 minute walk (hills, no sidewalk) Indulge in the comfort and tranquility of this contemporary home. The space features an open-concept layout, bright natural sunlight, and tasteful décor. We pay the occupancy tax. Permit RNTL-015618-2021

Hummingbird Oasis
Welcome to our private studio, suitable as a work space or a vacation get-away. Guests have full use of the Pool, Hot Tub and BBQ in the backyard, which is a shared space with us. The studio is part of the house, but not shared, and has a private entrance and patio area. Restaurants and shopping are within walking distance, the beach and popular downtown area are a 5 minute drive. Casper Queen bed, Wifi, Smart TV with HBO and cable, microwave, frig, toaster, Kerig coffee.

Spacious, Designed Ocean Loft in Solana Beach!
Steps from the ocean - artistic, spacious studio loft with high end renovation finishes and professional design from acclaimed Solstice Interiors. Location can't be beat! Ocean and Solana Beach's amazing shopping, restaurants, breweries, bars, grocery, the Cedros Ave Design District. Dedicated router within your space for your exclusive use and professional level customer service plan to address any ISP errors immediately. Perfect place to work remotely!

Walk to Beach & Downtown — Encinitas Getaway
1BR/1BA private space in the heart of Encinitas! Walk to Swami’s (0.5 mi) & Moonlight (0.7 mi) beaches, parks, yoga & more. Enjoy comfy beds, stocked kitchen/bath, private laundry, Wi-Fi & Netflix. Includes 1 parking space (street parking also available, please don’t park in front of neighbors). 🐾 Pets welcome ($75 per pet, max 2, disclose at booking). 🔇 Quiet hours 10 PM–8 AM. Ideal for beach getaways or remote work with all the comforts of home.

Cardiff Walk to Everything! Beach Retreat + Bikes
Live like a local! Walk down the hill (10 mins/.4 mile) to everything in Cardiff! Restaurants, bars, coffee, Cardiff Campground Beach, Seaside Market, The Shanty & gorgeous lagoon hiking trails! BEACH GEAR, BIKES & BOOGIE BOARDS included. Cozy Balinese style 1 bdrm, full bath/tub apartment with French doors that open to ocean breezes, a backyard garden & palapa, hammock & humming birds! Kitchenette w/mini fridge/freezer & Keurig. PARK in driveway.

Bungalow within walking distance to BEACH & TOWN!
This 1 bed/1 bath offers the perfect beach escape! Make sure to pack your sunscreen and sunnies for your stay at this completely renovated Encinitas beach bungalow. This modern surf shack is located just a quick walk to both downtown Encinitas and the popular surf beach, Swami’s! We provide all the modern amenities for an unforgettable beach vacation (including beach chairs, beach towels, and a hammock for lounging in the sun). RNTL-014634

Coastal Studio Guesthouse
New studio guesthouse located in a peaceful neighborhood between Swami's beach and Moonlight Beach. A short 15-minute walk to the beach or downtown Encinitas where you will find restaurants, coffee shops, surf shops, yoga studios, galleries, boutiques, spas & salons, and Encinitas train station. A perfect spot for beach-going, surfing, or taking in all that the Southern California coastline has to offer. permit #: RNTL-007176-2017
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When is the best time to visit Cardiff?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ1,219 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,241 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,289 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,337 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,399 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,785 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,880 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,836 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,263 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,351 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,465 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,513 |
| Avg. temp | 15°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 20°C | 21°C | 22°C | 22°C | 20°C | 17°C | 14°C |
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4.9 Average rating
Cardiff stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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