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An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!

Family-friendly guesthouse with water park and fitness centre

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Take advantage of a water park, a garden and a playground at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$472
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

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About the area

Map
Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Leucadia State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Ponto Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cancun Mexican and Seafood - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Agave Birriera - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Atelier Manna - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pannikin Coffee & Tea - ‬20 min walk

About this property

An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!

Family-friendly guest house near LEGOLAND® California
Take advantage of a water park, a garden and a playground at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Games, secured bike storage and barbecues
  • Outdoor furniture, water sports equipment and beach towels
  • Books
Room features
All guest rooms at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! boast comforts, such as private pools and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
For checkout before 10 am, please leave all the sheets on the bed. Hang shower towels on the rack across from the shower.
Tidy as much as possible and take all trash/recycles to the bins outside by the gate.
Please clean the BBQ if you used it. Everything else we'll detail clean.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Plz, no amplified music or parties. Thx for being considerate w/ noise levels, as neighbors are just over the wall. Quiet time after 10 pm outside.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number RNTL-013573-2020

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$471.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! located?

This family-friendly Encinitas guesthouse is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Beacon Beach and Leucadia State Beach. Moonlight State Beach and South Ponto Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant!

The place was extremely clean and approachable. having our own pool and space was amazing. The walk to the beach is a little longer than expected. However, it was great to get a lot of walking in the warm weather. Thank you Jason! Great Job!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach getaway with our Labrador retriever. The Grotto had everything we needed and Jason the host was very welcoming and responsive. It was close to all kinds of restaurants and within a short drive of dog beach in Del Mar. The weather was exactly what we were looking for, an escape from the Arizona heat. We will definitely rebook this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!!!

We and our pup had a great stay. Now we’re looking for reasons to go back so we have more time to explore the neighborhoods, food options and the beaches. Very private and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Wonder

I had a really lovely time. I felt safe, and loved the pool so much. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

Our host was very accommodating. We had an issue with some rain and they came within a half hour to address the problem. Check in and check out was easy. Place was clean and met our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Convenient Location

We had an good experience staying at this property. The property was very clean, exactly as described, and met our expectations. The neighborhood is walkable and is a quick drive to restaurants and shops. Jason provided a water bowl and a cushion for our dog, which was very thoughtful, and there is a small turf area for dog potty breaks. The owner was incredibly responsive and provided clear instructions for self-check-in and checkout, which made the process stress-free. I recommend this place to anyone traveling with pets or looking for a clean and convenient vacation rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short and Sweet

Stayed for a few days early November. Easy to find in quiet neighborhood and nearby beach access as well as great places to eat. Property and living area are super clean and provides much privacy. Two thumbs up for extra comfy bed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sushane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

My partner and I stayed for two nights with our two dogs. We were able to enjoy the whole property and loved that the pool was completely private. It was the perfect little getaway to celebrate our anniversary. We also appreciated that Jason and Denise were very communicative. Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach retreat

Great place and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean and pet friendly

This place is fantastic! It’s in a safe neighborhood, close to the beach, pet friendly, very comfortable, fairly priced, and exceptionally clean. What more could you want? We stayed over a month with a dog and cat and loved every minute of it. Thanks Jason and Denise for sharing this wonderful home with us!
Stayed 32 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024