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Cardiff-by-the-Sea Holiday Rentals

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Holiday Rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Property grounds
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
"Everything was perfect for our short stay. Close to dining/eateries. Close to La Jolla Village,Torrey Pines and downtown San Diego. The upstairs space is perfect for a couple."
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
Aerial view
Luxurious Beach Retreat Just 100 steps to the sand
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"This vacation rental is well run by customer-focused staff who keep in touch and respond to questions and needs. We found the apartment very clean and well decorated. It had a nice balance of common area - living room, kitchen, and bath - and 2 cozy private bedrooms. The location was great for quick access to both the beach and the bay."
Luxurious Beach Retreat Just 100 steps to the sand
Property grounds
OCEANFRONT LUXURY—Summer booking fast so Hurry and book!<br>
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"We’re had a great time at Bradley’s place. He was very responsive and the place was clean and easy to access. We even saw dolphins in the water from the balcony. Thank you Bradley."
OCEANFRONT LUXURY—Summer booking fast so Hurry and book!<br>
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Beach
Amazing Proximity to the Beach and Bay with Direct Ocean Views!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (160)
"Cozy and clean. Owner allowed us to check in a few hours early. Bikes were fun to use. Would stay here again."
The price is NZ$1,001
per night
18 May - 19 May
Amazing Proximity to the Beach and Bay with Direct Ocean Views!
Beach
Mission Bay Studio w Ocean Views from Rooftop Deck
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (129)
"Studio is packed with everything you need, very clean and comfortable. Perfect communication from host."
Mission Bay Studio w Ocean Views from Rooftop Deck
Outdoor pool
Great Location With Comfort And Fun Included!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"Was as described. Hot tub was great! Quiet neighborhood. Owner was very responsive and helpful."
Great Location With Comfort And Fun Included!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Family Game Room with Wet Bar, Pool Table/ Ping Pong Darts and more!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"House could have been cleaner. There was cobwebs and dust on walls ceilings and fans. Great house otherwise. Lots to do in it including pool table, ping pong and hot tub. Great closed in yard for our dog also!! All in all we would definitely stay here again.👍👍"
Family Game Room with Wet Bar, Pool Table/ Ping Pong Darts and more!
A heated pool
Minutes to the beach with a heated pool, hot tub, waterslides & outdoor kitchen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (158)
"We stayed here for the night before and the night of our wedding. House was amazing. Everyone said they felt like they were at Disneyland!! Pool was unbelievable. My kids got to enjoy it the first night and I could barely get them out! April was amazing. Easy to reach and so kind when the boys got a little too loud in the jacuzzi. We will definitely be back!"
Minutes to the beach with a heated pool, hot tub, waterslides & outdoor kitchen
Exterior
Rooftop Deck with Ocean Views in Mission Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"All of our boxes were checked with this property! Clean, comfortable, and beautiful! It was nice to have the place fully stocked with anything we might have forgotten as well as extra linens."
Rooftop Deck with Ocean Views in Mission Bay
Pool
Clean & Next to beach! Pet friendly! Great reviews! Brand new aircon for summer!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112)
"Place was really nice and comfortable. The location was perfect for me and my family as so many options to walk to. Best of all is the owner. She cares very much about your stay and easy to get in touch with any questions you might have. Can't say enough about how helpful the owner was to me during my stay. Would definitely stay here again."
Clean & Next to beach! Pet friendly! Great reviews! Brand new aircon for summer!
Property grounds
Chic Bay View Condo < 10 Miles to Dtwn San Diego!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (78)
"Quaint little condo. Close to beach. Have to drive to better restaurants but that was ok. Would have preferred to walk. Amazing trip!"
Chic Bay View Condo < 10 Miles to Dtwn San Diego!
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Clean & Next to beach! Pet friendly! Great reviews!
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
"Owners communicated all the important information very well! The property was clean and ready early! She gave great recommendations of places to eat as well as places to go see! Loved the games they had, even though we brought some to play. Only “complaint” we would even have, which is NOT a complaint at all is it would be nice if there was more light in the living room. We will definitely stay here again!!!"
Clean & Next to beach! Pet friendly! Great reviews!
On the beach, beach towels
New photos! Sunset House - Panoramic Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, BBQs, Rooftop Deck
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"We absolutely loved our time staying in Sunset House on Pacific Beach. We are a family of five and this home away from home worked great for us. The ocean views and sunsets are stunning. The condo had everything we needed and my kids loved the heated pool and hot tub. Best of all, the beach is right there!"
New photos! Sunset House - Panoramic Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, BBQs, Rooftop Deck
Beach
500 ft to Ocean in the heart of Pacific Beach - 2 parking spots and Fast Wi-Fi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"We hit cold & rain couple days. The heater helped. Loved the location. But carpet could use a cleaning. Host was great!"
500 ft to Ocean in the heart of Pacific Beach - 2 parking spots and Fast Wi-Fi
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Beach Front Paradise - Entire Condo- Crystal Pier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Everything about our stay was perfect. The location. The rooms, the kitchen, the view! It was just a beautiful home. The bunk beds allowed for my 3 teens to share a room but not share a bed. The closeness to the beach allowed for easy access back and forth to the beach. Loved that it was so close to all the restaurants and shops. I would stay here again f we came back to san diego. The owner has a great manual for any questions/ recommendations for places to go. But really I would just recommend...
Beach Front Paradise - Entire Condo- Crystal Pier
Beach towels
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"Cute cottage. Walkable to Dog Beach. Excellent hosts and great communication. Several places to drink and eat that are walkable."
The price is NZ$407
per night
27 May - 28 May
Ocean Beach #2 ‘Garden’ Cozy Cottage - Walk to the beach!
Oceanview Cottage 105
The Marbella
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35)
"Great ocean view for price"
The Marbella
Sundeck
Southern California Beach Club
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (425)
"This is the 3rd time I’ve stayed at this property. I love everything about it. It’s clean, it’s in a wonderful area, they have rooms with nice ocean views. The only change I wish they would make: please put a trash can in the bathroom."
The price is NZ$378
per night
19 May - 20 May
Southern California Beach Club
Private kitchen
Beach Bungalow, Free Parking, 2 blocks to the beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44)
"Really enjoyed the bungalow. Great location, very clean, comfy bed, and host couldn't have been more hospitable."
Beach Bungalow, Free Parking, 2 blocks to the beach
Property grounds
Ocean Front Above Beach-3Br/2Ba/7Bed/Multilevel/AC
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17)
"We were in San Diego for my sons Graduation from MCRD San Diego. We wanted to enjoy a great experience off the beach with family and our stay at the Ocean Front was perfect. The house had all the amenities that we needed, it was clean, and the view from our living room was breath taking. Nothing beats drinking your coffee looking out at the Ocean. Rick (host) went above and beyond for us when we had a mishap with important luggage and there are no words to explain how thankful we are to him. If...
The price is NZ$978
per night
22 May - 23 May
Ocean Front Above Beach-3Br/2Ba/7Bed/Multilevel/AC
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Beach nearby, beach towels
Hampton by Hilton Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Good"
The price is NZ$258
per night
23 May - 24 May
Hampton by Hilton Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area
Aerial view
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2439)
"The staff was great; friendly and helpful. Disappointed that there was no cash on hand so I could break a large bill so I could leave a tip for housekeeping "
The price is NZ$329
per night
19 May - 20 May
The Dana on Mission Bay
Garden
Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2466)
"Morning Restaurant staff is the best! "
The price is NZ$172
per night
20 May - 21 May
Best Western Seven Seas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Cardiff-by-the-Sea holiday 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. 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 holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Cardiff-by-the-Sea. 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 Cardiff-by-the-Sea. 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 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 holiday 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 Cardiff-by-the-Sea short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea close to Eli Howard Surf School, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing 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 cafés while you're in the area.

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

Minutes to the beach with a heated pool, hot tub, waterslides & outdoor kitchen: This holiday home rental outside Cardiff-by-the-Sea is located near the beach, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a selection of games and 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday.

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

With 94 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Cardiff-by-the-Sea stay.

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

Cardiff State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas family-friendly attractions include Eli Howard Surf School. In the wider area, you’ll find popular places such as LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay.

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

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Holiday rentals provide amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a holiday rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and busy lobbies while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also get more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great choice for family trips or small group gatherings.

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