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Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Cardiff, California
  • Eli Howard Surf School
    5 min walk
  • Cardiff State Beach
    15 min walk
  • San Elijo State Beach
    15 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    27 min drive

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About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Seaside stay .Stay at this Cardiff-by-the-Sea vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Eli Howard Surf School and 2 miles (3 km) of Cardiff State Beach. San Elijo State Beach and Encinitas Community Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cardiff State Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 9 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Confessional by The Lost Abbey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Coast Grill - ‬17 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.

Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear!

Summary:
This renovated and beautifully decorated bungalow sits right near the heart of town in the walking district. Extensive cleaning and linen service after every single stay. A quick 2 minute walk to town and only a few more minutes to the beach, includes use of: boogie and surf boards, beach chairs and towels, sand toys, and beach umbrellas. Want to know more about the Cardiff/Encinitas/Leucadia area and all our different homes and bungalows check us out @encinitasbungalows.

The Space:
We love to travel, appreciate great quality, and have taken great care to fully outfit our vacation home with all the things we love! And we hope you do, too!

Sleeps up to five. One king-size bed, two twin beds, and a sofa which we can provide bedding upon check in for an additional $100 fee.

Beautifully renovated kitchen fully stocked with everything you’ll need to prepare gourmet meals, and designer furnishings throughout.

4K HD TVs in the living room and master bedroom, AT&T fiber high-speed 600MB upload and download speed internet and full YouTube TV (including Sports Plus, Entertainment and 4K Packages), Apple TVs with over 1,000 movies, Lenovo Bluetooth bedside clocks with speakers and USB charge ports, a master charging station for all components, and even a portable iHome Bluetooth speaker for you to enjoy outside or at the beach.

The bungalow includes: a fully enclosed private back yard complete with a sitting/sunning patio area with a gas fire-pit, an outdoor dining area along with a covered and enclosed laundry room with a stacked LG washer/dryer. A BBQ grill just off the kitchen is also included for usage during your stay. Additionally, a shared outdoor hot water shower for both people and pets is located between the front and back bungalows. A dedicated pet relief area is located just behind the fire pit area along side the house.

The shared sports shed includes: boogie boards, surfboards, beach chairs, beach towels, sand toys, sand wagon and beach umbrellas are all for you to use during your stay. Split type air conditioning system is provided to keep you cool on those hot summer days. All laundry, bathroom, and kitchen amenities are included. Electric car charging available onsite for an additional fee nightly, please inquire.

Located on a quiet street, a short stroll from the heart of Cardiff’s many restaurants, cafes, boutiques, yoga studios, salons, library, post office, wine bars, and local favorite – the “Seaside Market” grocery store, plus great surfing and beautiful beaches!

A short drive away you can hike the bluffs overlooking the ocean at nearby Torrey Pines Reserve, catch the thrill of the world-renowned Del Mar Racetracks, snorkel in gorgeous La Jolla Cove, or take in a Padre game after a long day on the beach.

Some pets allowed, please inquire.

Owner and hosted by Airbnb_Superhost and Vrbo_Premier Partner, Keith Clarke and customer experience team leader Stacey Peterson, every little detail has been taken care of!

Jump on over to our other 7 properties, to read our reviews — you'll see we're all about outfitting our properties to be a vacationer's dream.

Guest Access:
Guests have the entire bungalow to themselves along with a private fenced in yard. Yale keyless door entry coded uniquely to each guest.


The Neighborhood:
Located just 30 minutes North of busy San Diego and is the south part of Encinitas, this laid back town promises a slower pace and some time to unwind. The beaches are endless and a quick walk gets you to the water. Cardiff by the Sea is nestled in the center of the best beach towns along the 101. Just South of the home is Solana Beach, Del Mar, and La Jolla while going North brings you to Encinitas, Leucadia, Carlsbad, and Oceanside. There's lots of shopping, attractions, and dining close by, or if you're not in the mood, there's plenty of space to get comfy!

Getting Around:
Parking is available in private rear driveway only. If you're looking to just hang around the Cardiff/Encinitas/Leucadia area during your stay, it's easy to get places by foot or on e-bikes which can be rented.

Other Things to Note:
* 10% discount for stays 7 days or longer
* 17% discount for stays 30 days or longer
* Encinitas occupancy tax (10%) waived for stays 31 days or longer
* $100 Pet fee for additional cleaning is required for all stays that include any kind of dog, see policy below
* $100 additional guest fee for the 5th guest for the additional wear and tear
* Stays longer than 21 days require a full cleaning approximately every two weeks



PET POLICY

We love dogs, and our policy is really pretty simple. If you are bringing a dog(s) we need them to be crated if left alone. If you don’t have a crate, we have ones you can use. We understand if your furry family members can’t stay off the sofa or bed; we do have special sofa blankets and/or beach towels to protect the furniture. We try our best to accommodate all our guests and can’t have dogs directly on the furniture as it’s unhygienic for others who might be more sensitive. We also incur extra cleaning fees to prepare for our next guests. Cleanliness and sanitation are very important standards to our overall business. For this, we do require an additional cleaning fee. Finally, we expect our guests to pick up any dog waste daily in the yards and rinse down the area where the waste was picked up.



CITY PERMIT DETAILS

City of Encinitas Permit RNTL-000206-2015 and RNTL-019918-2022. We expect our guests to keep noise down to a minimum as this house is located in a residential neighborhood and quiet times are from 10pm to 7am. We have a maximum overnight occupancy of 5 guests. Maximum of one parking space is available in the private driveway around back. Trash is picked up on Friday mornings and all trash and recycle goods should be placed in the containers by Thursday night as pickup is usually very early.



CLEANING POLICY

The TLDR;
We’ll let you in on a little secret: good, thorough cleaning takes a lot of time—& it takes a village!

We’re slight neat freaks over here (it’s a good thing, we promise).

Our top-notch team takes pride in meticulously preparing the bungalow for you. Here’s an in-depth overview of how we’re spending the hours leading up to your arrival.

First things first—let in that coastal breeze!
By leaving windows and doors open for multiple hours, the fresh air starts flowing in while we get to work cleaning. In addition to our normal routine, we now disinfect all high-traffic surfaces too.

Each and every bed linen piece (even mattress pads, pillow protectors, duvet covers, and blankets!) will always be laundered between uses. Regardless of use, all bath linens (shower curtains and bathmats, too!) are laundered between visits to keep things extra fresh.

Woah there! We hear you.
Folks have shared their sticker shock concerns when seeing our cleaning fee for the bungalow. We understand that our cleaning costs are high—hence why we’re breaking it all down for you here.

Our crews—from the family-team cleaning the living space to our partners tackling laundry—are all compensated with fair wages. We believe good, hard work deserves an honest living!

To get into the nitty gritty, we typically spend ~15 hours readying the space & laundering the linens (all 10 loads of ‘em) as detailed above.

Here’s the the thing: what you see (and pay for) is what you get. We want you to feel right at home each and every time you visit the bungalows, and a spotless space is essential to that experience.

Your cleaning fee fuels our professional crews and allows us to upkeep our high sanitation standards—so thank you for helping us make the bungalows your fav clean & cozy getaway spot!

Note our cancellation policy for longer term stays is different than what is published on the booking site, if your reservation is longer than 15 days please note our modified policy below.



REFUND POLICY

For stays less than 15 nights, a 100% refund for cancellations with more than 30 days notice given before the check-in date. A 50% refund will be given for cancellations between 30 days and 14 days before the check-in date. If cancelling with less than 14 days notice no refund will be given.

For stays of more than 15 nights and less than 32 nights in length, 60 days notice is required for a 100% refund. A 50% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 60 days and 30 days notice of check in date. If cancelling with less than 30 days notice no refund will be given.

For stays of more than 32 nights, 120 days notice is required for a 100% refund. A 75% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 120 days and 90 days notice of check in date. A 50% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 90 days and 60 days notice of check in date. A 25% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 60 days and 30 days notice of check in date. If cancelling with less than 30 days notice no refund will be given.

However, we understand events happen outside of our control. If you need to cancel inside the "no refund" window, we always refund all the cleaning fees and occupancy tax if it was collected. In addition, we will attempt to re-rent the property and will refund back to you at your nightly prorata rate all the nights that we are able to rent.

Interaction with Guests:
We like to have our customer service leader Stacey Peterson meet all guests upon check-in and give a tour of the property. Managing partner Keith Clarke lives a short drive away and is available via phone or text. If you find that the home seems to be missing something that you’ll need during your stay, please don’t hesitate to ask. We’re happy to accommodate requests. This home is our happy place and we’re sure it’ll soon be yours, too!

Property manager

Keith Clarke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please inquire if you have more than 2 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RNTL-019918-2022

Cardiff "Manchester Back" ~ short walk everywhere with beach gear! Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts, great place!
We loved our time here! Keith and Stacy were friendly and responsive. The outdoor space was perfect for hosting small gatherings. The neighborhood was very walkable. All around, great rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comin back to Cardiff!!
The bungalow in back was great. It was stocked with everything you need. I SO appreciated that. The communication with the hosts was awesome. Any questions I had were answered immediately! Also appreciated all the toys provided for gettin around town and the beach. I would definitely stay again. The bungalow made my stay visiting my daughter wonderful. Thanku everyone!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Cardiff Bungalows. The location was awesome & walking distance to beaches, food and Seaside market. They allowed our dog, which made it great. Thanks.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Bungalow
We enjoyed our stay at the bungalow. Stacey met us at check in and gave us a thorough walk thru of the place! You cannot ask for a better place to stay. Very clean, organized, and had everything that we needed. The outdoor space was so relaxing, great place to eat dinner and enjoy the evening by the firepit. The location is excellent, easy access to the interstate and to the scenic highway. There is a grocery market and several restaurants within walking distance. Keith is a great host, checking in with us to make sure everything was fine during the week. Don’t wait, reserve this place now!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely awesome!!
We cannot recommend this property enough!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tito D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Bungalow!!
My wife and 20-month-old daughter stayed at this wonderful bungalow and Keith made us feel at home right away. Within hours of being there my wife and I were already talking about coming back. Keith was extremely helpful and the property has everything you need. I mean everything you need, from health and beauty items you may have forgotten to pack to laundry detergent so you can do a load of laundry. Keith and his team have great attention to detail! The bungalow was extremely clean and the furnishings were very nice and comfortable. Amazing location right near the beach, as well as shops, restaurants, grocery stores etc. all within walking distance. The property also has beach cruisers and an Instep bike trailer for toddlers which worked great for us when we went on a family bike ride. In addition to the cruisers there are surfboards, boogie boards, wetsuits, beach chairs, and more all for your use while staying at the property! Can’t wait to return!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cardiff by the Sea
Hands down the best VRBO experience we have ever had.Kieth and Stacey had every angle covered. We were comfortable and treated like family from arrival to our departure. We are customers for life!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

evrfwd

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host and location
Keith was a wonderful host and always available if needed. A welcome basket with goodies was so sweet. Little thoughtful touches made the space special. Plenty of kitchen tools to cook at home. They even had a vitamix. Beds were very comfy. We also appreciated all the beach supplies. The area was nice and quiet. Walking distance to the market, beach and restaurants. We definitely will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
This property was the easiest, most well-organized, supplied, and owner-communicative that we have encountered in any rental we have stayed. There was no item or detail overlooked and we appreciated the qualityl inens, furnishings, and supplies. If you are planning on preparing meals, all details from sharpened knives, has stove, grill, and complete cookware and crockery is supplied. Location to grocery store, restaurants and coffee in less than 5 minute easy walk. Thank you for such a lovely, relaxed local beach stay. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
We had a really nice time there. It was quiet, quick access to the beach and other places!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherif E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
Keith goes above and beyond into making sure his guests have a good time. The organization of the property is top-notch with a small booklet for suggestions of things to do and information about everything that may be needed during the stay. The house is located at the heart of Cardiff by the sea with walkable access to San Elijo beach/Cardiff state beach which makes it great for a beach getaway. The house itself is equipped with everything we needed to have a good time. Keith is a very pleasant person, made sure to show us around and give us pointers to ensure me and my parents have an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood that was conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and the beach. We made use of the surf and boogie boards. The house was well stocked and clean. The owner was very accommodating and provided great recommendations for things to do and places to eat. Great family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay--exceeded expectations
The property was just perfect for our family of four (2 kids ages 3 and 6). The outdoor space was excellent, every little detail was taken care of, the neighborhood was super cute, quite and walkable and the hosts were super friendly and responded right away with any questions. The best equipped rental we've stayed in ever!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place !
great!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calming
Everything was as described and then some. Not my first time in Cardiff and certainly not my last. I will be staying at this great find going forward. Thanks a Keith.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun visit
We had a great stay here. It was our second time visiting. Walking distance to the beach and some restaurants. Clean, well equipped and great movie selection for our kids when we weren't at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

suzanne d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Bungalow
Stacy and Keith really thought of everything when it comes to the customer! I have never stayed at a rental that had every amenity, and we took advantage of them all. Surfboards, beach chairs, and boogie boards made for a blast at the beach. We rode the bikes to Encinitas for cocktails and dinner. Played a cut throat game of Perudo in the crows nest, and chilled by the fire catching up with our kids. We were here only for the weekend, but Stacy and Keith made it easy to pack a lot into our short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place is fantastic!
Seamless. Keith is awesome and has set this up as a perfect Cardiff beach rental. Super clean and everything is well thought out. We took complete advantage of all the surf gear and bikes. Thanks for a great stay. Well he back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place !
The place is amazing !! They thought of everything . Great location . Can’t wait to come back .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations
Everything was fantastic and the perfect beach vacation. Can’t wait to return and stay in the same house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our getaway to Cardiff
From the moment we stepped into this property, we knew our stay was going to be special. Upon our arrival, we noticed a welcome basket with snacks and drinks. The garage is fully stocked with bikes, surfboards and more. We spent hours around the fire pit at night enjoying dinner and roasting marshmallows. They were very communicative throughout the process and checked in during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. It was all the extra little details they thought to add that made our stay really memorable. We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and easy bungalow
We really enjoyed this house. Keith & Stacey were excellent hosts. We had no complaints.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T., West Deptford, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Well appointed conveniently located to services markets restaurants Binder packed with info on activities restaurants conveniences Garage filled with bikes beach chairs and other accessories Comfortable layout with well supplied kitchen
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s all there!
The owner thought through every detail to make the stay enjoyable. The house had all the right little things for easy living.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Christmas Family Vacation!
We had a delightful stay in the Cardiff bungalows for our family of five - kids ages: 21, 19, 15 and parents older than that :) - over the Christmas holiday. The exceptional customer service began once we booked our stay with timely communication from our host including detailed instructions (with pictures) on how to find the location and an enthusiastic personal greeting and a tour of the place by Keith (host) upon arrival. The excellent service continued as Keith made himself available by text as we had questions along the way and followed up with us at the end of our trip. Keith and Stacy go to great lengths to create a comfortable, clean, livable space to vacation with family. They provide you with suggestions of local activities and eats to keep you satisfied and entertained. As a family who was seeking lots of beach/surf time, freedom to wander, roam, bike, and walk in a less touristy town, the location was perfect with a local vibe and friendly people. Although the location is close enough by car to some of the big theme parks and day trips, you can certainly entertain yourself locally and nearby towns and have a great time as we chose to do. The big draw for our family was the garage full of bikes, surf boards, wet suits, etc. We would definitely recommend this stay for others and will likely return! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019