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A beach with a staircase leading down to the shore, a lifeguard tower, and a sign indicating no dogs allowed.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 183100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Encinitas, CA
  • Place, Moonlight State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Encinitas Surfboards
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Encinitas

Located in Downtown Encinitas within a 5-minute walk of Encinitas Surfboards, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Moonlight State Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Encinitas Surfboards - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puntamar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Juanitas Taco Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Serrano's Mexican Food - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!

Welcome to Moonlight Beach Place!

This listing is a combination booking of two separately licensed short-term rentals located within one building—ideal for family reunions and multi-generational stays.

• The Flat (Upstairs) – 4 BR / 3 BA – City STR Permit #027705-2023
• The Terrace (Downstairs) – 4 BR / 4 BA – City STR Permit #027706-2023

Each home has its own entrance, kitchen, and living areas. When booked together, they provide 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms total.

This combined listing simply streamlines the booking process for guests seeking both permitted homes at once. Each unit remains fully compliant under its individual City of Encinitas STR permit.

This newly remodeled, professionally decorated beach home is a perfect resting spot for families wanting a close walk to the beach as well as walking distance to trendy shops and restaurants on the 101 and even the 'Coaster' (train that runs up and down the California Coast) is just a short walk away. For those with cars, we are ideally situated on the coast. To the north is legoland (15 min) Disneyland (50 min) and to the south is Seaworld (20 min) San Diego Zoo (25 min) Balboa Park (25 min) and Old Town (20 min) and Downtown San Diego (25 min) The home is a duplex, but rented as a single property so you get the benefit of 2 kitchens and ample area for dining and lounging. There are 4 bed, 3 bath upstairs and 4 bad 5 baths downstairs.
Moonlight Beach Place offers groups the ultimate flexibility with ample room with privacy. The property is a duplex although it's rented with both units together. With this setup, you get double kitchens, dining rooms and living area. It's ultimate for 2 or more families or a family reunion.
Moonlight Beach Place offers newly paint, carpet, bed linens and mattresses. Be one of the first to experience this great getaway. Enjoy a full day at Moonlight Beach with 2 complimentary bikes and 2 surfboards (checked out at Concept Rentals) then enjoy a nice dinner at one of the many trendy Hwy 101 restaurants and come home to a delicious sleep with the sound of crashing waves from the Pacific Ocean.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 8 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 8 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Partying or smoking of ANYTHING
respectful of neighbors, NO outside music, loud drunken behavoir, screaming etc. All outdoor activity brought inside after 10:00pm or risk eviction.
No flushing ANYTHING down the toilet other than small amounts of toilet paper

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee and pet rules required, must inform owner

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Encinitas within a 10-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Encinitas Surfboards. You'll also find Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and San Diego Botanic Garden within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions! on Sep 16, 2026 start from $1,726, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 9.2 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 21.1 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!?

Yes, every house at The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions! comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Our family enjoyed our stay. Wonderful location just a few blocks from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We had a wonderful time with our large family in this perfect location. The house wasn’t quite as nice as I had expected but overall our experience was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim. T.

Kids loved the beach and the accommodations.

Disappointed one bathroom didn't work but it was a very close walk to the beach. Wonderful weather!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

A great place to stay for the beach, San Diego attractions and Disneyland! Our family of 15 fit comfortably in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We had a great stay and it was so easy working with Rebecca. I'd recommend it for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

Great experience, perfect for large gatherings. Host was responsive and very accommodating. The place was very spacious and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Niki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50th Anniversary Celebration

This property was perfect for our party. The location was great, the beach provided hours of entertainment, and the town was close and very walkable. Everyone of our guests was extremely happy with the place. The nice, big, well equipped kitchen was the center of lots of great meals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Duplex Set up for organized large group

We had a few friends in town for a race and made a weekend out of it. Comfortably fit the entire group and felt like 1 space with 2 distinct areas if anyone needed to take some time to themselves. Really recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

Terrific!

My group of 14 rented the entire house for the Breeders Cup. 5 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and conveniently located hallway bathrooms for the others. This is a nice home and I'd love to stay there again on another trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

richard p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Family Beach Vacation

Our family has been spending a week in a California beach house every summer for decades, from Newport to Mission Beach and several places in between. Our stay at this property was our all-time favorite! It's in a great neighborhood, a short walk to the beach, clean and well kept, with plenty of rooms and bathrooms. The kitchens are well stocked and everything works well, including the all important air conditioning! The owner is amazing! Very kind and easy to work with, responsive to anything that may come up. We hope to come back many times in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Business Owner

This house has been a perfect place for me to gather with my clients. Thank you for the consistency
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

The property was exactly what we needed. We ran into a couple of issues with the dishwasher and the entry codes but the owner was very responsive. The owner is very kind and engaging. Highly recommend it. The address is a bit confusing as it isn't on the street in the address but in the cross street.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family House

We had a great time at this duplex. We go on an annual family vacation and need a large space to accommodate our large group of adults and children (ranging from infant to 7 years old). It is really difficult to find a place big enough, but this place delivered. All the adults had their own bedroom and bathroom and even the kids had their own rooms. There were also toys and wagons for the kids to use and it made traveling to much easier. It was a close walk to the beach (even with 8 kids) and we walked to 2 separate playgrounds the kids loved. I would definitely recommend for large families looking for kid friendly accommodations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alysha N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Vacation Rental!

We had the best time staying in this home. The location cannot be beat! You are so close to the beach as well as our favorite places to eat on the 101. We walked everywhere! The home itself is perfect for families. We had kids at all ages and it was so nice to have the bunk rooms as well as plenty of bedrooms for couples. Loved that we had two family rooms as well-kids could watch a movie in one, adults in the other! The home has two fabulous patios that were basically added living spaces-we loved it out there. Tons of towels, two wagons, and beach toys as well. None of us wanted to leave. Rebecca was wonderful to work with and we can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023 Family Reunion

House, inside and out, was spacious, clean, and reasonably equipped. The enclosed yard was perfect for family entertaining. The kitchen, although spacious, was lacking in some essential tools, such as a cutting board. The bedrooms were very nice. The one exception was the upstairs master bedroom, which did not have a bathroom door! Common areas were very comfortable and easily accommodated all of us. The location was perfect! All in all, this is a very comfortable and convenient house for large groups. The owner was very responsive and very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

I rented this for my wife's 50th birthday weekend. The property is awesome, the location and surrounding area is great and it all helped make for the very best weekend possible. The property manager was accessible immediately for any questions or concerns. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and cooking supplies. Appliances and bbq grill all worked fine. The ladies all really liked that they had their own bathrooms. It was a great place for our kids ranging 6-13. Good amount of parking available for all the families. I cannot specify enough how much we all loved staying at this property. It is the PERFECT place for a family and/or friends gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most everything was as expected and advertised. We did have trouble getting one of the TV's to work and locate the channels. The 0wners came over to help but it was still too difficult to figure out with the 4 different controllers and the unusually TV service as well as the older TV. Also later on the upper level stove from was coming off and had to duct tape it back on to keep from falling open. Also the downstairs stove did not work. The parking was good for a busy beach area with lots of parking needed for the beach. Had to ask for more bath towels and paper towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the beach

Overall great stay with a good amount of space. Our rental included both floors. Upstairs - larger master, twin bunk room, queen room with en-suite, queen “pass through room” The pass-through room give you access to the backyard which is shared. Downstairs has smaller master, 4 twins bunk room with en-suite, one queen with en-suite and another queen bedroom. Very nice bathroom to bedroom set ups. Laundry both up and down. Both kitchens were well stocked. Parking for 4-5 cars. The big win to this property is the beach and all the goodies available to use. The beach is a short walk (even with babies) and the house provides wagons, towels, toys, small boards etc. we didn’t need to add a thing to enjoy our time at the beach. When we reached out to the owner with a concern it was handled immediately even when it was out of owners control.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Well furnished. Would highly recommend if wanting to stay in Encinitas.

The booking was exactly what we thought we were getting. Really enjoyed getting to stay here with plenty of beds so the whole party slept comfortably. The place was mostly clean when we got there. The beach is a 5 minute walk away so it is very well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

We had a great time. We rented both units and it was walking distance to downtown Encinitas. All around fantastic place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was perfect!

Close to beach and stores/restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property for lot group

Excellent communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Beautifully decorated and updated, great duplex for larger groups! Close to beach, great patio!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place, amazing host

We had an amazing Thanksgiving at Rebecca’s incredible house in Encinitas. Steps to Moonlight beach and a mile from Beacons with tons of space. I hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas vacation

Nice neighborhood, great house
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

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