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An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!

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Outdoor pool
Interior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Encinitas, CA
  • Moonlight State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego Botanic Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Encinitas

With a stay at this guesthouse in Encinitas (Leucadia), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Moonlight State Beach and 9 minutes from LEGOLAND® California. .This family-friendly guesthouse is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Carlsbad State Beach and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Del Mar Racetrack.
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What's nearby

  • Leucadia State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Ponto Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cancun Mexican and Seafood - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Agave Birriera - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Valentina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pannikin Coffee & Tea - ‬20 min walk

About this property

An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!

Captivating Coastal Retreat in a Relaxed, Luxurious Setting

Welcome to your exclusive guest suite, a newly renovated oasis just blocks from the beach, inviting restaurants, and vibrant local markets. This private haven offers a seamless blend of comfort and style, perfect for a romantic escape or a peaceful work-from-home getaway.

Enjoy your own private entrance and two dedicated parking spots....one gated, one in the driveway. Step inside to find a serene, Zen-inspired space featuring:

• A spacious Cal-king bed and two queen-size sofa beds

• 75" 4K TV with DirecTV and streaming options

• Private bathroom with double sinks and a walk-in shower

• Kitchenette with a fridge/freezer, Keurig coffee maker, and microwave

• Work desk with 400+ Mbps high-speed WiFi

• Generous closet space and storage drawers

Outdoors, relax in your exclusive-use swimming pool area, with plush lounge chairs, a 5-burner BBQ, and a cozy dining setup—ideal for al fresco meals and lazy afternoons.

Pets are welcome, and there’s a lovely park nearby for walks. Just let us know in advance (✔"I am traveling with pets) when booking.

Guest Access & House Rules

Guests enter through a secure, private gate at the rear of the main residence. A lockbox provides key access. The pool and BBQ area are for Leucadia Beach Grotto guests only. For everyone's comfort, quiet hours begin at 10 PM. We also ask guests to be mindful of and care for the lush plants and flowers around the property is staying 3+ days.

Please Note:

• All pets must be registered at the time of booking

• The guest count must match the reservation due to city and insurance regulations

• Outside visitors (even if not staying overnight) should be disclosed at booking

• City Rental License: RNTL-013573-2020

We hope you enjoy your stay and treat the space with the same care as your home.

Fun in the sun awaits!

Are you flying in and need a rental car?? I live near the San Diego airport and am happy to help with airport pickups. Ask about renting one of my 3 beach-ready rides:

* RAV4 Hybrid
* Tundra 4x4
* VW Beetle

Cruise SoCal in style and make your trip unforgettable! Please inquire for rental car links.

Inquire about addons like bikes and Surfboards.
There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a water park, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Additional features at this guesthouse include barbecue grills and bike storage.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
For checkout before 10 am, please leave all the sheets on the bed. Hang shower towels on the rack across from the shower.
Tidy as much as possible and take all trash/recycles to the bins outside by the gate.
Please clean the BBQ if you used it. Everything else we'll detail clean.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number RNTL-013573-2020

We should mention

This property does not have elevators