[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101! Vacation home with kitchen, near Moonlight State Beach ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78120000/78116200/78116134/d0db6cbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78120000/78116200/78116134/07b2ba86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78120000/78116200/78116134/4216d8a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78120000/78116200/78116134/3e4f509a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78120000/78116200/78116134/2b89eb32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Encinitas, Surf Shack is your home away from home. Enjoy beautiful Southern California weather in the indoor-outdoor living space or stroll two minutes to a gorgeous beach overlook. With a fully-stocked kitchen, BBQ on your patio, and ample parking nearby - this stylish 2bd, 1ba house has everything you need. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome to the Surf Shack! A cozy & stylish 2bd, 1ba home steps away from downtown Encinitas and only a few blocks from nearby beach access. Recently remodeled and full of everything you need to call Encinitas your home away from home. Enjoy the year-round beautiful weather with the indoor-outdoor transitional living space. Stroll two minutes to a gorgeous beach overlook or ten to your pick of beach entrances. This luxurious and fully remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house is the perfect spot for those looking to experience Encinitas! Walk out the french doors in the living room to your patio complete with a BBQ, fire pit, and string lights to take in the beautiful Southern California weather. You will find a fully-stocked kitchen and everything you need to make a home-cooked meal or instead visit one of the many delicious restaurants Encinitas has to offer. Bedroom 1 contains a King bed and bedroom 2 down the hall has a Queen bed. Both bedrooms share a stunning bathroom with double sinks as well as a shower & bath combo. One off-street parking spot is located behind the home and there is ample parking on the street for any other vehicles. Encinitas is a magical beach town just north of San Diego. Full of character, Encinitas is brimming with great restaurants, cute cafes & coffee shops, beautiful beaches, and unique shops. Come and enjoy the healthy outdoor lifestyle and perfect Southern California weather! \*The owner lives on the property in the lower level unit of the home. Full privacy will be given unless you need assistance\* \*Stays longer than 14 days subject to a mid-stay cleaning\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### 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) - First aid kit - Outdoor lighting - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72284400/72284394/93a7e9e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private, vintage 2bd/2ba, 1/3 acre lot, ocean views, amazing sunsets! 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Encinitas - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=95357598&PinnedHotelID=95357598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### 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 ### Rules Please respect our neighbors with quiet hours from 10:00PM-8:00AM. Noise and nuisance complaints are closely monitored and strictly enforced. No parties, large gatherings, or events. No smoking. If we find evidence of smoking, including on the deck or in the yard, you will incur an extra cleaning fee in accordance with the damage ### 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, outdoor lighting, 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.03989%2C-117.29478&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ylKhLpMJwd8z5CpBwIIuzTpib5w=) Encinitas, CA #### What's nearby - Self Realization Fellowship - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Moonlight State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - San Elijo State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - San Diego Botanic Garden - 3 min drive - 2.3 km #### Getting around - Solana Beach Station - 10 min drive - Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Taco Stand - ‬7 min walk - ‪american legion 202 W F Encinitas, Ca - ‬5 min walk - ‪Temaki Bar Sushi - ‬9 min walk - ‪Biergarden Encinitas - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101! located? > Located in Downtown Encinitas, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and Moonlight State Beach. Self Realization Fellowship and San Elijo State Beach are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Welcome to the Surf Shack! Cozy & Stylish 2BD home- walkable to beach & 101! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy A. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay! The property looked exactly like it does online-lovely! It had a well-equipped kitchen, great location and was perfect for a girls trip. I would highly recommend this home. ##### Judy A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark F. Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family getaway Just a perfect spot for a family getaway. Walking distance to everything. Immaculately kept and Cara is just an awesome host! Couldn’t be happier! ##### Mark F. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holley S., Denver, CO Mar 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot! The surf shack was the perfect spot for a family visit in Encinitas. It is beautifully appointed, very clean and comfortable and a perfect location, close to the beach. We loved having a larger, nice kitchen to cook meals. The patio with fire pit and grill was such a lovely spot to eat dinner. We couldn’t have been happier with our choice. Thank you Cara! ##### Holley S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Domitilla B. Aug 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfetta La casa di Cara è luminosa, accogliente, funZionale e tenuta benissimo ! Un vero piacere passare la vacanza qui ##### Domitilla B. 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