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Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!

Summary:
This Cardiff Vacation Home has it all — ocean views from the main living area and master bedroom, easy walking to Cardiff Town Center & the beach, and plenty of space to entertain your whole crew! Want to know more about the Cardiff/Encinitas/Leucadia area and all our different homes and bungalows check us out @encinitasbungalows.

The Space:
Discover the mirror twin property to "Montgomery North".

This home has been newly decorated with upscale furnishings and is immaculately cleaned each time you come to stay.

The top floor of the property features an open concept living-dining-cooking area. Catch a glimpse of the big blue Pacific each time you peer outside. The front of the space boasts a well-furnished outdoor balcony, perfect for morning snacking or happy hour sipping, and endless lounging and sunset watching.

Just inside the glass doors lays a sectional so cozy that you may find yourself dozing off in the middle of movie night, it also has a queen sofa sleeper (available on request for a nightly fee). Steps back, the dining table spaciously seats 6, and the gourmet kitchen is designed to make cooking easy! Finally, just off the kitchen is the east patio complete with a propane weber grill. With luxury appliances, and cabinets stocked full of cooking tools, feeding your group at home will be a painless process! We have everything you need to help you keep all of your peeps’ bellies full.

On the middle floor, you’ll find the first two bedrooms connected by a jack and jill bathroom. Each of these guest bedrooms has room for two people, outfitted with queen-sized Casper mattresses and flatscreen TVs. Down the hall you’ll find the spacious Primary Suite, featuring a walk-in closet, a large bathroom, a TV, a desk workspace, and a king-sized Casper mattress. You’ll be sure to rest easy here as you fall asleep to the sounds of the coast and awake to views of the ocean from your bed.

Below the bedroom level is a mudroom storing a portable crib and a high chair for those with little ones, and a two-car garage packed full of all the beach accessories you could need. There are tons of boogie boards, surfboards, kids' life vests, beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels! Get ready for endless fun in the sun and easy beach day activities.

Our Cardiff Vacation Home also offers the conveniences of Gigabit highspeed Wifi, YouTubeTV, and a keyless entry security system.

Managed by Airbnb_Superhost and Vrbo_Premier Partner Keith Clarke and customer experience team leader Stacey Peterson, every little detail has been taken care of at the Cardiff Vacation Home! Jump on over to our other properties, to read our reviews — you'll see we're all about outfitting our properties to be a vacationer's dream.

Guest Access:
Sleeps up to seven. One king-size bed, two queen beds, and a queen sofa sleeper (available on request for a fee). Guests have the entire home to themselves along with a private fenced in yard. Yale keyless door entry coded uniquely to each guest.

The Neighborhood:
Located just 30 minutes North of busy San Diego and is the south part of Encinitas, this laid back town promises a slower pace and some time to unwind. The beaches are endless and a quick walk gets you to the water. Cardiff by the Sea is nestled in the center of the best beach towns along the 101. Just South of the home is Solana Beach, Del Mar, and La Jolla while going North brings you to Encinitas, Leucadia, Carlsbad, and Oceanside. There's lots of shopping, attractions, and dining close by, or if you're not in the mood, there's plenty of space to get comfy!

Getting Around:
The property has private driveway parking, but if you're looking to just hang around the Cardiff/Encinitas/Leucadia area during your stay, it's easy to get places by foot or better yet, rent an e-bike and cruise up and down the 101.

Other Things to Note:
* 5% discount for stays 7 days or longer
* 12% discount for stays 30 days or longer
* Encinitas occupancy tax (10%) waived for stays 31 days or longer
* $100 Pet fee for additional cleaning is required for all stays that include any kind of dog, see below
* Stays longer than 21 days require a full cleaning approximately every two weeks



PET POLICY

We love dogs, and our policy is really pretty simple. If you are bringing a dog(s) we need them to be crated if left alone. If you don’t have a crate, we have ones you can use. We understand if your furry family members can’t stay off the sofa or bed; we do have special sofa blankets and/or beach towels to protect the furniture. We try our best to accommodate all our guests and can’t have dogs directly on the furniture as it’s unhygienic for others who might be more sensitive. We also incur extra cleaning fees to prepare for our next guests. Cleanliness and sanitation are very important standards to our overall business. For this, we do require an additional cleaning fee. Finally, we expect our guests to pick up any dog waste daily in the yards and rinse down the area where the waste was picked up.



CITY PERMIT DETAILS

City of Encinitas Permit RNTL-012713-2020. We expect our guests to keep noise down to a minimum as this house is located in a residential neighborhood and quiet times are from 10pm to 7am. We have a maximum overnight occupancy of 7 guests. Parking is available in the private driveway around back or in the garage. Trash is picked up on Friday mornings and all trash and recycle goods should be placed in the containers by Thursday night as pickup is usually very early.

Note our cancellation policy for longer term stays is different than what is published on the booking site, if your reservation is longer than 15 days please note our modified policy below.



CLEANING POLICY

The TLDR;
We’ll let you in on a little secret: good, thorough cleaning takes a lot of time—& it takes a village!

We’re slight neat freaks over here (it’s a good thing, we promise).

Our top-notch team takes pride in meticulously preparing the bungalow for you. Here’s an in-depth overview of how we’re spending the hours leading up to your arrival.

First things first—let in that coastal breeze!
By leaving windows and doors open for multiple hours, the fresh air starts flowing in while we get to work cleaning. In addition to our normal routine, we now disinfect all high-traffic surfaces too.

Each and every bed linen piece (even mattress pads, pillow protectors, duvet covers, and blankets!) will always be laundered between uses. Regardless of use, all bath linens (shower curtains and bathmats, too!) are laundered between visits to keep things extra fresh.

Woah there! We hear you.
Folks have shared their sticker shock concerns when seeing our cleaning fee for the bungalow. We understand that our cleaning costs are high—hence why we’re breaking it all down for you here.

Our crews—from the family-team cleaning the living space to our partners tackling laundry—are all compensated with fair wages. We believe good, hard work deserves an honest living!

To get into the nitty gritty, we typically spend ~15 hours readying the space & laundering the linens (all 10 loads of ‘em) as detailed above.

Here’s the the thing: what you see (and pay for) is what you get. We want you to feel right at home each and every time you visit the bungalows, and a spotless space is essential to that experience.

Your cleaning fee fuels our professional crews and allows us to upkeep our high sanitation standards—so thank you for helping us make the bungalows your fav clean & cozy getaway spot!



REFUND POLICY

For stays less than 15 nights, a 100% refund for cancellations with more than 30 days notice given before the check-in date. A 50% refund will be given for cancellations between 30 days and 14 days before the check-in date. If cancelling with less than 14 days notice no refund will be given.

For stays of more than 15 nights and less than 32 nights in length, 60 days notice is required for a 100% refund. A 50% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 60 days and 30 days notice of check in date. If cancelling with less than 30 days notice no refund will be given.

For stays of more than 32 nights, 120 days notice is required for a 100% refund. A 75% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 120 days and 90 days notice of check in date. A 50% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 90 days and 60 days notice of check in date. A 25% refund will be in effect for cancellations between 60 days and 30 days notice of check in date. If cancelling with less than 30 days notice no refund will be given.

However, we understand events happen outside of our control. If you need to cancel inside the "no refund" window, we always refund all the cleaning fees and occupancy tax if it was collected. In addition, we will attempt to re-rent the property and will refund back to you at your nightly prorata rate all the nights that we are able to rent.

Interaction with Guests:
We like to have our customer service leader Stacey Peterson meet all guests upon check-in and give a tour of the property. Managing partner Keith Clarke lives a short drive away and is available via phone or text. If you find that the home seems to be missing something that you’ll need during your stay, please don’t hesitate to ask. We’re happy to accommodate requests. This home is our happy place and we’re sure it’ll soon be yours, too!

Property manager

Keith Clarke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee grinder
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167.2 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Please inquire if you have more than 2 pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
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, 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
Property Registration Number RNTL-012713-2020

Property is also known as

2018 Montgomery headline to come

About the neighborhood

Map
Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Cardiff State Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 9 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Confessional by The Lost Abbey - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Coast Grill - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear! located?

This family-friendly Cardiff-by-the-Sea vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Eli Howard Surf School, Cardiff State Beach, and San Elijo State Beach. Swamis Beach and Encinitas Community Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Montgomery "South" - Ocean views with a short walk everywhere with beach gear! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
San Diego Fun!
Very clean, well equipped home in a great neighborhood close to the beach and within walking distance to restaurants, etc. A fun surprise for our family was all of the games and puzzles and beach equipment provided for our enjoyment. We loved our 5-day vacation close to Legoland and to Sea World. We especially appreciated that the host was willing to meet us after we arrived from the airport and not make us wait until 4:00 check in. Stacy and Keith were very considerate and available to answer questions, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay in Cardiff
This is our second time staying at one of Keith and Stacey's properties, our first time at this particular location. The home was gorgeous and well appointed. Location to the beach and Seaside Market (our favorite) could not be better. Our BIL + SIL flew in from the east coast to join us had similar comments. Communication with the hosts was excellent when a few minor things tripped us up but, all was handled well and satisfactorily. Can't wait to come back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place/Location, Very Responsive Owners
Overall, everything was great. The home is very clean and in an ideal spot to the water or restaurant/market area. Stacey and Keith were great to us and very responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Difficult neighbors, strange street.
A resident on the block yelled at our puppy from over the fence. This woman was scary. The dog became terrified and barked protectively. My family was playing charades on the top floor living room, did not hear right away, and reponded too late. It ruined our family celebration. Overall, I did not feel safe in this neighborhood. Some neighbors were strange and belligerent with odd flags flying in their yards. The house itself was beautiful, well-appointed, and perfect otherwise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a great stay at the “Montgomery South” house! Stacey and Keith are some of the best hosts I’ve encountered! The house provided everything we needed for our family vacation. Very well thought out, nicely decorated and convenient to everything. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F., Carmel, Indiana - USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spring Break getaway!
We had a wonderful stay at Montgomery South, and I cannot think of a better spot to spend a week escaping the cold and dreary days we left in Indiana, for Cardiff-by-the-sea! Stacey and Keith are expert hosts, who have not only equipped their amazing bungalow with everyhting you'll need in a super comfortable, clean and stylish place but also made themselves totally available in case we had questions or needs along the way. Parking in the garage was a huge plus factor. The town is adorable, and a quick walk down the hill puts you on the Coastline, where you can run or walk along the rail trail, as we did each day, or sit on the beach and watch surfers do their thing. The gourmet market nearby has amazing food options, and the house is walking distance to several great local restaurants. Cardiff is in a corner of Encinitas that is sandwiched by great beach towns both to the North and South, and is totally accessible to the freeway. It's a quick 25 min drive to the aiport and San Diego proper. It's literally the perfect location for visiting the area. Hiking, biking, paragliding, museums, shopping, great food, and views abound. We did it all inside of a week, and found the house a most relaxing spot to come back to each day and chill, curling up and watching movies. I loved the kitchen, and the arrangement of the rooms was perfect for our family - (one boy teenager and one tween girl shared the J&J bath) You cannot go wrong with this house, or with these hosts. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Christmas memories
We loved our stay here!! It felt like our home away from home and fit our whole family comfortably. The upstairs patio is the best place to watch every sunset and the kitchen is a dream! Everything is super organized and easy to find. The hosts were super responsive and came by the house when needed. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
We really enjoyed the house in Cardiff. Recently updated, plenty of space to relax and super convenient location for hitting the beaches, restaurants, etc. Despite being in a busy area it was very quiet and relaxing. Well managed, Keith and Stacey were very communicative and went the extra mile to ensure we had everything we needed. The small details go a long way. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic San Diego
Amazing trip to San Diego with the property our home away from home in Cardiff. Super clean, great location, great property owners, 1/2 mile to the 5. Beach an easy walk, great restaurants right in Cardiff and Encinitas a 5 min drive (or great walk). Only disappointment was i did not get a chance to use the surf boards that the house has. Would strongly reccomend the property for adults and families. Keith and Stacey were great hosts. We will return.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice Davis Miller G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week in Cardiff-by-the-Sea
We could not ask for a better place to stay for our grandson's wedding week. While there were only 5 of us sleeping at the house, approximately 10 people were there for dinner every evening. The house was comfortable and very "family" friendly. Easy living!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A., Merrick. NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Love the area the house and host..
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay!
Keith was an excellent host and he communicated well. His home was beautiful and spacious. Everything was very clean and organized. Six adults stayed here very comfortably. The property is walking distance to the bike path which is along the beach and you are able to walk to all of the shops and restaurants in Encinitas. There are also shops and restaurants very close to the house in Cardiff. The house is also equipped with beach gear! Two foam surf boards, comfortable beach chairs, and a cooler were all an added bonus. We would love to stay at Keith's place again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking Cardiff by the Sea
We spent a week here and loved every minute of it. The place was clean and quiet. Very well appointed. The bed was super comfortable. We like vacationing in Cardiff and really come for the Donuts at VG's. Can't get much closer than this. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

lori r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible time
WOW do we love this house. This was our second year renting to get away from the cold Chicago winter and once again, we had an incredible time. The house is in an amazing location and walking distance to everything, it is completely updated with anything you need, Keith and Stacy (the property managers) are amazing and so responsive, reliable and have excellent recommendations. We loved having cocktails on the deck watching the sunset, what exquisite views! We felt right at home and truly did not want to leave. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 36 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

P S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Cardiff Jem
Beautiful home by the sea, easy access to town, great management, loved the parking!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t have been better
This home is beautifully furnished and equipped, and in a perfect location. It’s great do be able to walk to stores, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect spot
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is beautifully decorated and well appointed. The location couldn’t be better. We walked to restaurants (recommended by Keith and his family), the fabulous VG donut place, stores and the beach. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This was by far the nicest place we have stayed. Very comfortable and welcoming, felt right at home. Close to great restaurants, coffee shop, Seaside Mkt. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cardiff Experience
Phenomenal location and super comfortable! Keith has thought of everything you may need! Including chip clips for ur tortilla chips Modern. New kitchen to cook from nearby seaside market-or choose one of the many local spots-that you can walk or bike too Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frances O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cardiff-by-the-sea
Beautiful home, close to the beach, excellent restaurants nearby and fun day trips

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The hosts could not be more accommodating to every single thing we needed. The location was perfect and we just had an overall great experience! Highly recommend this for families, friends and any and all guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., LAFAYETTE

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House
This house and location are simply wonderful. House is clean and organized with a fresh feel. Superb decor and a home away from home feel. Very comfy and cozy, perfect in every way. I was so pleased with every detail the home offered. Keith and Stacey were available if needed and welcomed us with communication and presence. Thank you for making this a perfect experience, I only wished we had longer stay, next time I will be booking in advance to get the extra time! We will be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Turn Key Luxury & Walk to it All!
This was an incredible rental!! Keith and his team were professional and helpful all throughout the reservation process and our stay. The home was beautifully designed, fully equipped and was the most perfect Cardiff location to walk to the beach, restaurants and more! We were so thankful to find this rental and will be back!
Stayed 31 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brantly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sweet Spot
Gorgeous accommodations. Super clean high-end everything. I havent stayed in a cleaner place .... including high end hotels. IPerfect area, close to local restaurants. You dont have to drive anywhere.. Great walking trails and the beach is, of course, beautiful. I will definitely go back. I loved my weekend there!

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Went for a girls trip. Lots of great places to shop, eat, and drink, all within walking distance. We walked to the beach too. Beautiful home, nicely decorated! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021