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Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View

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A white outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of the ocean. - Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View (Encinitas)
A two-story house with a covered patio, a barbecue area, and a well-maintained garden. - Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View (Encinitas)
A spacious living area with a kitchen island, bar stools, and a dining table. - Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View (Encinitas)
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view to the living area. - Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View (Encinitas)
A beach with a lifeguard tower, umbrellas, and a palm tree. - Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View (Encinitas)
Located close to Moonlight State Beach, Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View provides a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. This vacation home is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 11279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View

  • Perfect for family reunions and get togethers! There are 3 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms which could be used by parents/grandparents and then 2 more queen bedrooms and a bunk room which all share 2 bathrooms. The floorpan is very family friendly and nice and open. Enjoy one of the nicest beaches in southern California just steps from the front doors, relax on the balcony and soak up a dramatic sunset all the while enjoying a rare private yard. This home has a large private garden in front which is unheard of so close to the beach. You truly get the best of both worlds being across from the beach, yet have rare privacy of beach homes.

    This home was completely refinished in 2015. All the surfaces are new. The mattresses are all top of the line memory foam, encased and then fitted with luxurious linens. The home is professionally decorated with a clean, sleek beach theme.

    Listen to the waves crash as the ocean lulls you to sleep at night. Watch your children play volleyball on the sand courts right from the comfort of your balcony or enjoy a family dinner in a private yard setting. This is one of the closest homes to Moonlight Beach and you can walk to the beach in a few seconds and enjoy white water views from every room upstairs and on the balcony.

    Downtown Encinitas is just a short walk away with trendy shops, award winning restaurants and a small beach atmosphere with the perfect amount of night life. Hop on the Coaster train and head down to San Diego or up to Santa Barbara. There is really no need for a car, but the home has parking for 3-4 vehicles.

    Moonlight Beach is a great locals beach with a typical southern California beach feel. There is a boardwalk, fire pits, beach snack bar, nice public restrooms, beach rentals and a newly constructed children's play park. It truly has something for everyone!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Bring used towels to laundry room, leave beds unmade
Start a load of towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

From mid June to August only 7 day bookings - saturday to saturday
ID requried prior to arrival

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Property Registration Number RNTL-039591-2026

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Encinitas, a neighborhood in Encinitas, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Carlsbad Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider LEGOLAND® California, or check out an event or a game at San Diego Polo Fields. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Encinitas travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.
    Moonlight State Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A garden with trees covered in ivy and a dirt path.
    San Diego Botanic Garden
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • D Street Viewpoint
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Encinitas Surfboards
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Taco Stand
    9 min walk
  • Puntamar
    5 min walk
  • Better Buzz Coffee
    8 min walk
  • Serrano's Mexican Food
    10 min walk
  • Juanitas Taco Shop
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View located?

Located in Downtown Encinitas, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Moonlight State Beach and Encinitas Surfboards. Beacon Beach and I Street Viewpoint are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have a better location for Encinitas. Especially for a family that’s literally steps from Moonlight Beach which is the most family friendly beach along that coast. The house is clean and filled with beach toys, chairs and everything you need to have a spectacular beach vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and some family friends have stayed here a couple of times (with multiple children). It’s a fantastic location right next to the beach with so much to do in the area. The view from the patio is great, the enclosed yard for the kids is wonderful, and the house is honestly perfect! We ran into a slight issue at one point and I contacted the owner and she immediately handled the issue and was extremely pleasant to speak with. (Was not the owners fault!). Great house all around! We will likely always stay at this property when in Encinitas!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Multi-Generational Family Spot

Close to the beach, food and shopping - for families who range from grandparents to grandchildren, I cannot imagine a better spot to gather.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful spot for a family reunion

You can’t beat this location! A few steps to the beach and just a couple blocks to the bars and cafés.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing family vacation

My family enjoyed our trip so much. The location and accommodations were perfect. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for 8 adults, all family. Everyone had their own space yet the common space was perfect for us!More towels for the kitchen please.The one stool in the kitchen is very wobbly and we did not use.Loved the view and you provided so many things to use and enjoy at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

DGs Reunion

We enjoyed the home, the location and large gathering area seating for 9 of us to visit nonstop. Thank you for a wonderful, memorable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mrs

Amazing views! The host was sooo responsive and respectful,great place for kids to stay! Plenty of room, I especially liked waking up in the morning and watching the Ocean view. Beautiful beach thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Wedding

The house was perfect for all 10 of us. Lot's of great memories. Location outstanding. Owner very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best location for kids in Encinitas

From the views, location, and comfort of the home, this place was exceptional. We had a big family with kids of all ages and it was very comfortable for everyone. There were 2 pack n plays, a high chair, and kids tableware, which made it really convenient. There is also an awesome children’s park, volleyball courts, really delicious snack bar, and beach access just steps away. We coul
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We stayed 4 nights for my daughter's wedding which was very close to this house. There was plenty of room for 10 adults and the view of moonlight beach was fantastic from the living room. There is a lovely garden area as well with plenty of parking for 3 cars. The property manager was so easy to communicate with and we appreciated her prompt responses and assistance! Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for letting us stay in your lovely home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome friends reunion

We had 5 couples celebrating our 60th birthdays. The location is amazing. You can walk to everything. We enjoyed cooking in as well as going out. The house was definitely as advertised. Rebecca was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Amazing location and a ton of space for a big extended family. House was in mediocre condition, used pretty hard. Seemed not super clean and didn’t have some of the things you would hope for in a more expensive rental home, like full shampoos in the showers, batteries in the remotes, etc. But again, can’t beat the location and lots of sleeping areas. Overall great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location, Close Beach, & Plenty of parking

Glad to have found this property for our family vacation. Overall it was a success! Pros: Close Beach, close to children's playground, lots of beach toys, wagon, chairs etc. Propane BBQ, Parked 3 cars 1 truck easily, plenty of room for 10 adults & 3 kids, close to restaurants and shopping, easy on/off freeway, 5 bathrooms, stocked kitchen utensils etc, beautiful view of beach, attached bungalow is great get away for a couple, great fenced in grass yard for little ones to play on, A/C, nice staff, right by a cool little painted rock garden, easy check in/out. Upstairs nice clean updated feeling to it. Cons: Property to the north has bad water leak that saturates the driveway and is very slippery. They do have mats placed down to help from slipping. Entire house slopes south, internet is very very weak, bad cell reception too. House was a little dirty upon arrival (sand on floors, understandable). Downstairs has musty smell. Furnace downstairs is always running to move air round house, very loud for those sleeping downstairs. Even with A/C and fan upstairs bedroom facing beach gets very warm in the afternoon. Overall, a great place and great stay. We had a great time! Still giving 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host and home were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Lived up to our expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liked the location - closeness to the beach and town - but could use a major upgrade to the many torn/damaged beach chairs and wagons in rough shape (one set of front wheels not attached). Cleanliness not up to standard for this location/price range - floors very dirty (not just from sand) - in need of a major scrubbing - probably need a strong power wash on the upper balcony! Other simple fixes - like a bin for storing beach toys vs just a big pile of them, fix closets/bath drain in lower level, etc - would also go a long ways towards enhanced appearances. Layout of the house is great, beds were good, host was extremely responsive (pack n plays delivered as requested) - this can be a 5 star place - just needs some TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
house showed some wear and tear issues and minor damage but everything functioned. Not enough reading lights in the bedrooms. it was clean and had sufficient towels. The 5th bathroom was essentially the laundry room and uncomfortably small. It would be a great house for families with small kids and worked well for us 10 adults. location was the best! Host responded quickly to our request for a room heater.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Fantastic location and close to everything! Unfortunately, we had a few hiccups regarding the home's general upkeep which was disappointing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Encinitas Family Vacation

Nice, large home right next to Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. Plenty of room for our large family, well-stocked kitchen, ample beach supplies, and Rebecca makes everything very easy. This is our second time staying here, and we are definitely planning on a third.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and clean property! Perfect family vacation home!

Loved the updated beach cottage look! Excellent location next to the beach. Loved the privacy of the courtyard. Comfortable beds and nice bedding! One of the best rentals I have ever stayed in. Walking distance to great restaurants! Casita (bungalow) is a wonderful bonus with this Rental. Highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We love the location, being that close to the beach is a real plus!

The house was perfect for us. We were 9 adults and 4 kids, ages from 3 to 75! It’s an easy walk to town (especially good ice cream place close by), easy drive to botanic gardens, legoland, grocery stores, train station, sweet little town. Perfect place for a vacation! Thanks Rebecca for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Doesn’t get any Better !!!

Clean, big, bright, comfortable great view, great outdoor spaces literally steps from beach, walk to shops…. Doesn’t get any better!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic location

We really enjoyed our stay! The property was clean and very cozy. The views are gorgeous. We enjoyed the little garden with roses and the fenced yard. The location is perfect, right next to the beach and walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. The parking lot is very big, we easily fit 4 cars on it. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023