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Cozy, Charming, Ocean View studio / Work desk, internet, sanitized cleaning

Cozy, Charming, Ocean View studio / Work desk, internet, sanitized cleaning
Cardiff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"great place and location"
United States
Teresa H.
The price is CA $187
CA $412 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Cozy, Charming, Ocean View studio / Work desk, internet, sanitized cleaning

Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach
Cardiff
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"It was a very nice home and good place for friends to gather."
United States
Irene L.
The price is CA $492
CA $836 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!

Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!
San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Beautiful location, cozy and quite an experience"
United States
RAFAEL
The price is CA $197
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!

Breathtaking retreat in the wine country on the ranch with goats you can pet!

Breathtaking retreat in the wine country on the ranch with goats you can pet!
Escondido
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Gorgeous view, very responsive host. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend "
United States
Carol
The price is CA $258
CA $453 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Breathtaking retreat in the wine country on the ranch with goats you can pet!

Studio near San Diego attraction with amazing view

Studio near San Diego attraction with amazing view
Country Club
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Was a very nice place to stay! 10/10 will be staying again sometime in the future! Felt very safe. "
United States
Kimberly g.
The price is CA $82
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Studio near San Diego attraction with amazing view

Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views

Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views
Del Dios
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Loved this property. Pool and outside patio area with kitchen was great! The view from the cabin was wonderful under the stars at night and beautiful to wake up to."
United States
Leslie F.
The price is CA $181
CA $270 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views

Charming 2/1-house with Plantiful SunRoom and Hot Tub

Charming 2/1-house with Plantiful SunRoom and Hot Tub
Vista
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Our stay at Erica and Paul’s place was great! The house was very clean and cozy. I loved the plants especially in the sun room. Our little daughter enjoyed the backyard, games, books and the treehouse. Great hosts! They made us feel so welcomed."
United States
Aga
The price is CA $178
CA $644 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Charming 2/1-house with Plantiful SunRoom and Hot Tub

Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!

Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!
Escondido
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The amenities were great, the view and scenery were beautiful, and the property was very family-friendly. Would definitely recommend and stay again!"
United States
Joshua D.
The price is CA $228
CA $413 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!

Luxury Coastal Retreat-PrivatePool, Spa & Yard-Dog-Friendly-5 Min to Beach

Luxury Coastal Retreat-PrivatePool, Spa & Yard-Dog-Friendly-5 Min to Beach
Mira Costa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Great location. Host provided everything we could have wanted from a stay and the backyard was great for keeping our dog entertained. "
United States
McKenna B.
The price is CA $308
CA $557 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Luxury Coastal Retreat-PrivatePool, Spa & Yard-Dog-Friendly-5 Min to Beach

Cozy Pacific Beach Cottage w/Bikes, Private Yard & Entrance

Cozy Pacific Beach Cottage w/Bikes, Private Yard & Entrance
Pacific Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Second stay and we’ll be back !! Good location, owner easy to work with, clean & tidy !!"
United States
Kevin O.
The price is CA $217
CA $406 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Cozy Pacific Beach Cottage w/Bikes, Private Yard & Entrance

Casita Vino - Dog-Friendly Vineyard Retreat & Stay

Casita Vino - Dog-Friendly Vineyard Retreat & Stay
West Ridge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Beautiful, peaceful property and very helpful host. Definitely recommend and would love to stay there again! My dog loved it, too!"
United States
Hunter P.
The price is CA $222
CA $331 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Casita Vino - Dog-Friendly Vineyard Retreat & Stay

Adorable 1 bedroom house 8 min from La Jolla!

Adorable 1 bedroom house 8 min from La Jolla!
Bay Ho
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"The home is beautiful, everything was fantastic! The hosts were very helpful and accommodating. The location was convenient and quiet. "
United States
Paulina B.
The price is CA $170
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Adorable 1 bedroom house 8 min from La Jolla!

Glamping Yurt - Lavender Farm

Glamping Yurt - Lavender Farm
Valley Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We had a wonderful 1 night stay here. Nice location and great star watching. "
United States
Stephanie
The price is CA $172
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Glamping Yurt - Lavender Farm

Cheerful 4 bedroom

Cheerful 4 bedroom
Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Beds were very comfortable. "
United States
Kristina Y.
The price is CA $266
CA $489 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Cheerful 4 bedroom

The perfect stay for Families and Friends

The perfect stay for Families and Friends
Peacock
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Family trip to attend Sons wedding "
United States
Kristina J.
The price is CA $315
CA $651 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
The perfect stay for Families and Friends

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Carlsbad Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,656 reviews)
"Great staff and the room was very clean with comfortable beds, such cute town with little shops all within walking distance! Great place to stay!"
United States
Ann
The price is CA $205
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

California hidden gem, quiet and tranquil, peaceful with beautiful view

California hidden gem, quiet and tranquil, peaceful with beautiful view
Bonsall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Always a pleasant experience, would return when back in the area!"
United States
Michelle Braunstein
The price is CA $137
CA $274 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
California hidden gem, quiet and tranquil, peaceful with beautiful view

Quiet Guest Home With Beautiful Views + Pool and jacuzzi!

Quiet Guest Home With Beautiful Views + Pool and jacuzzi!
Bonsall
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Great location in Bonsal. Had a great time visiting family in Oceanside. Rental was clean. Would definitely return,"
United States
Sue V.
The price is CA $144
CA $477 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Quiet Guest Home With Beautiful Views + Pool and jacuzzi!

Luxurious La Costa Remodel by SPA w/Steam Shower and Washer/Dryer!

Luxurious La Costa Remodel by SPA w/Steam Shower and Washer/Dryer!
La Costa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay. "
United States
Brielle P.
The price is CA $172
CA $388 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Luxurious La Costa Remodel by SPA w/Steam Shower and Washer/Dryer!

Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio

Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio
Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Quiet, homey stay. Host left me homemade banana chocolate chip bread which was very sweet. Lovely stay. "
United States
Emma B.
The price is CA $167
CA $275 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio
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Find out more about Cardiff-by-the-Sea

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals where you'll be only 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from LEGOLAND® California, providing a more secluded option if you want a quiet place to stay. Visitors to Cardiff-by-the-Sea speak positively about the popular beaches and top-notch restaurants in this destination. Make sure you have time to check out the cafes while you're in the area.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Cardiff-by-the-Sea has to offer?

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Cardiff-by-the-Sea, which is located on the beach and has a balcony, a barbecue grill, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals are there in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

With 44 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Cardiff-by-the-Sea stay.

What can I see and do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

San Elijo State Beach and Cardiff State Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find popular places like LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay.

What are vacation rentals like in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can stay in for several days or more in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Vacation rentals offer amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can provide a sense of safety away from shared hotel elevators and busy reception areas while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for family trips or small group gatherings.