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1. 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, (131 reviews)
"This was our 2nd time staying at this sweet studio. It is perfectly located. Immaculate and very comfy for relaxing."
United States
janet w.
The price is CA $201
CA $429 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Cozy, Charming, Ocean View studio / Work desk, internet, sanitized cleaning

2. Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown

Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown
Downtown Encinitas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (203 reviews)
"Very nice close to beautiful beach and great restaurants "
United States
Whitney G.
The price is CA $250
CA $476 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown

3. Private Encinitas Casita & Patio

Private Encinitas Casita & Patio
Encinitas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great location, nicely decorated, super nice and responsive host. "
United States
Cassandra D.
The price is CA $331
CA $520 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Private Encinitas Casita & Patio

4. A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534

A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
La Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Nice big resort."
United States
Wellington
The price is CA $374
CA $748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534

5. Sunny & Cozy Beach Escape: 5 star Location - Outdoor space w A/C

Sunny & Cozy Beach Escape: 5 star Location - Outdoor space w A/C
Leucadia
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our time here! Property has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need if you enjoy cooking at home. There are also, beach chairs, umbrella, towels, etc for a fun day at the beach. It’s an easy walk to the beach, or a quick walk to local restaurants and shops. Having a parking spot in the shared driveway was a bonus. Thank you Tracy!"
United States
carrie m.
The price is CA $351
CA $751 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Sunny & Cozy Beach Escape: 5 star Location - Outdoor space w A/C

6. 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, (67 reviews)
"The place was incredibly comfortable for our group - we will stay here every time we come back to the San Diego area. The host was very responsive to our questions and the house was exactly as described. Bonus comment: the little Mexican restaurant at the Valero gas station is surprisingly good..."
United States
Michael H.
The price is CA $467
CA $810 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

7. ~OPEN 9/20-25! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~

~OPEN 9/20-25! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~
Aviara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"The house was lovely and met our needs."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $243
CA $524 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
~OPEN 9/20-25! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~

8. Hotel California" La Costa Resort Life

Hotel California" La Costa Resort Life
La Costa
The price is CA $221
CA $801 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel California" La Costa Resort Life

9. ~OPEN 9/1-4! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

~OPEN 9/1-4! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~
Aviara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (205 reviews)
"My family & I had a wonderful stay and everything went smoothly from start to finish. The home was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. We really enjoyed our time here and appreciated the great experience. We would definitely stay here again and look forward to returning."
United States
Jennifer
The price is CA $269
CA $627 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
~OPEN 9/1-4! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

10. Coastal Paradise - Private Luxurious Spacious Resort Beach Living!

Coastal Paradise - Private Luxurious Spacious Resort Beach Living!
Encinitas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful home and great communication from the host"
United States
Michael J.
The price is CA $367
CA $878 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Coastal Paradise - Private Luxurious Spacious Resort Beach Living!

11. SoCal’s Tropical Paradise with Hot Tub

SoCal’s Tropical Paradise with Hot Tub
Leucadia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"clean and comfortable. would stay here again."
United States
Robert S.
The price is CA $473
CA $958 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
SoCal’s Tropical Paradise with Hot Tub

12. Colorful & Comfy Gem: Close to Beach - Yard - w A/C

Colorful & Comfy Gem: Close to Beach - Yard - w A/C
Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time at the property and was a good place for us to celebrate a college graduate. I would recommend this place."
United States
John S.
The price is CA $401
CA $894 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Colorful & Comfy Gem: Close to Beach - Yard - w A/C

13. Sea La Vie 4 Bed Home

Sea La Vie 4 Bed Home
Leucadia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Leucadia is very laid back & pretty. I look forward to staying in this area again. "
United States
Julia S.
Sea La Vie 4 Bed Home

14. ~OPEN 9/14-17! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~

~OPEN 9/14-17! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~
Aviara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"The house was everything as advertised! Very clean, open space and plenty of room. We look forward to returning next year for annual Carlsbad 5K. "
United States
Ernie C.
The price is CA $427
CA $842 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
~OPEN 9/14-17! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~

15. Sandy Feet Retreat, 4 bed home close to beach

Sandy Feet Retreat, 4 bed home close to beach
Leucadia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location, easy to find, spacious, clean and welcoming!"
United States
Ariadna R.
The price is CA $643
CA $2,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Sandy Feet Retreat, 4 bed home close to beach

16. Encinitas Gem - Walk to Downtown & Beaches, Hot Tub

Encinitas Gem - Walk to Downtown & Beaches, Hot Tub
Downtown Encinitas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The house was clean and well supplied. Super fantastic location in a quiet neighborhood."
United States
Amy S.
The price is CA $970
CA $1,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Encinitas Gem - Walk to Downtown & Beaches, Hot Tub

17. Carlsbad Coastal Escape Walk To Beach• Legoland

Carlsbad Coastal Escape Walk To Beach• Legoland
Aviara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The house itself and the neighborhood it is in was amazing. The host (Justin) responded fast to all communication. The comunity pool was nice and clean and was never too busy. I will definitely hope to stay here again!"
United States
Anthony H.
The price is CA $449
CA $829 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Carlsbad Coastal Escape Walk To Beach• Legoland

18. The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!

The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!
Downtown Encinitas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Our family enjoyed our stay. Wonderful location just a few blocks from the beach."
United States
Jim W.
The price is CA $1,363
CA $2,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
The Perfect large Family Beach Getaway! 3 Min Walk To Beach - Family reunions!

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

Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Host and home were amazing! "
United States
Anthony H.
The price is CA $1,245
CA $2,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View

20. Experience coastal charm near Moonlight State Beach

Experience coastal charm near Moonlight State Beach
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Unbeatable location and killer view of the ocean on the patio"
United States
Jack
The price is CA $1,384
CA $2,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Experience coastal charm near Moonlight State Beach
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Find out more about Encinitas

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 Encinitas. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Encinitas?

Yes, there are vacation rentals in Encinitas close to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, or you can choose a secluded option if you're looking for extra privacy while you relax. Visitors to Encinitas speak positively about the popular beaches and seafood restaurants in this destination. While you're here, grab a bite or have a drink at the cafes.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Encinitas has to offer?

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC: This highly rated vacation home rental in Encinitas 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. Some other top choices in Encinitas are Gorgeous Eight Bedroom Oceanfront Home E396-0 and Remodled Encinitas Home Close to Beach, Restuarants, Shopping and Coaster.

How many vacation rentals are there in Encinitas?

Expedia has 170 vacation rentals for your stay in Encinitas.

What can I see and do in Encinitas?

Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas family-friendly attractions include Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens. LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay are other popular places to visit in the area.

What are vacation rentals like in Encinitas?

Vacation rentals are privately owned accommodations you can reserve for several days or more in Encinitas. Vacation rentals feature amenities such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll have all the conveniences of home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of privacy away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive option for family trips.