
Family-friendly vacation rentals in Cardiff
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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.

Family friendly Mini-Ranch in Elfin Forest
Newly updated studio flat nestled in the enchanted Elfin Forest of San Diego County, a short drive from Encinitas and Carlsbad beaches. This cozy flat offers easy access to miles of scenic trails perfect for hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy stunning views from every window in this large studio flat, featuring a kitchen, bathroom with stall shower, Amazon Fire TV, WiFi, and convenient parking. Step outside to see friendly farm animals—horses, goats, and chickens—adding to the rustic charm.

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

Cozy Cottage in Encinitas Highlands
Our cozy cottage has a studio area with a queen bed, and a private room with a double bed..comfortably sleeps 3 adults or a couple with 1 or 2 children. Quiet and sweet. Walk to Swami's beach or drive to Moonlight Bch. There is a step from the main bedroom into the dining area. Also from the cottage to the back patio. If you have friends and family in the area, you must meet them off the property...there are many restaurants and in town for meet ups with family and friends.

Solana Artistic, Renovated and Private Beach Loft
Steps from the ocean artistically renovated, spacious studio loft with high end finishes and professional design by Solstice Interiors. Location can't be beat! Ocean breeze and short walking distance to Solana Beach's amazing Cedros Ave Design District and steps to Fletcher's Cove Beach. 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.

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

Ocean view Cardiff paradise (pet friendly!)
Take in the breathtaking 180 degree view of the Pacific Ocean from the balcony of this pet-friendly 2BR / 2BA Cardiff paradise. Perfect for couples, pairs of couples, or the family. Bring your furry friends on a short (.5 mile) walk to the beach, or hit up the nearby markets, shops, restaurants, and bars. Fully furnished, modern appliances, private washer / dryer, off street parking, and a private entrance.

Serene Coastal Guest Suite in Gorgeous Encinitas
Our Guest Suite is located in the beautiful community of Leucadia in Encinitas, California. Our peaceful neighborhood is a close 20 min. walk to Moonlight Beach, and a wide variety of bars, restaurants and shopping. We are 5 minutes from the freeway for quick access to all the great attractions in San Diego. A easy 25 minute drive from the airport. and high speed Wifi.

Cardiff-by-the-Sea Walking District
Beautiful and private 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, an easy walk to the beach, restaurants and shopping. The high quality, beautiful gardens and cleanliness of the space are indicated by the numerous 5-star reviews. Also the apartment is cleaned and disinfected prior to each arrival following AirBnB's Covid 19 guidelines.

Beautiful Cardiff Paradise / Sanitized cleaning
Come and be captured by the warm sunset views in the beach community of Cardiff. This laid-back community is ideal for taking the time to slow your pace a bit and relax. The morning view and the breeze of the ocean welcome you each day. Permit # 15-1050.
Popular amenities for Cardiff family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

The Ultimate Family Vacation Home | Hot Tub | A/C

1 Bedroom Condo at Wave Crest Resort

Home at the Sanctuary

Bungalow w Hot Tub-Sauna-Cold Plunge

Leucadia Beach Cottage

Gorgeous Ocean Views with A/C!

The Outside Inn at The Tipsy Goat Ranch

Cozy Hilltop Garden Studio w/ City Views & Jacuzzi
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Christian’s Cottage at Orkney Lane

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Family Friendly House with Private Yard

Detached, Small Private Studio, PET friendly!

Ocean/Lagoon View/New Luxury Casita /Walk To Beach

Entire Beach Bungalow | Private Oasis West of 101

Ocean View Poolside Retreat
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Relaxing Condo on La Costa

Hilltop cabin retreat with lake & mountain views

Breathtaking Views - Steps to the Sand

Private Apartment - Secluded 2 Acre Estate/Orchard

Relaxing Private Condo in La Costa, Carlsbad

1,000 SF Pool House on a Spacious Quiet Oasis Lot

Beautiful Condo in the La Costa Resort

✻Beautiful & Spacious Oside Oasis Family Retreat✻
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 | R5,686 ZAR | R5,789 ZAR | R6,012 ZAR | R6,234 ZAR | R6,526 ZAR | R8,324 ZAR | R8,769 ZAR | R8,564 ZAR | R5,892 ZAR | R6,063 ZAR | R6,560 ZAR | R6,114 ZAR |
| 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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Cardiff vacation rentals start at R856 ZAR per night before taxes and fees

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90 properties have a dedicated workspace

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130 of Cardiff vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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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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