Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything!

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Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and a gym at Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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About the neighborhood

Located in Leucadia, a neighborhood in Encinitas, this guesthouse is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad State Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Fairgrounds are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider Elks Lodge and The Sound. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Encinitas travel guide
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
    Leucadia State Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
    Beacon Beach
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach at sunset with waves and a pink sky.
    South Ponto Beach
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Grandview Surf Beach
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Batiquitos Lagoon
    2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Juanitas Taco Shop
    2 min drive
  • Agave Birriera
    17 min walk
  • Birdseye Kitchen
    19 min walk
  • Chick & Hawk
    10 min walk

About this property

Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything!

  • Guesthouse near LEGOLAND® California
  • Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and a gym at Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this guesthouse include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Games, secured bicycle storage, and barbecue grills
    • Outdoor furniture, water sports equipment, and beach towels
    • Books
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything! offer thoughtful touches such as private pools and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Children's dinnerware and children's books
    • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas

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Frequently asked questions

Does Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything! allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything! located?

Located in Leucadia, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Beacon Beach, Leucadia State Beach, and Batiquitos Lagoon. South Ponto Beach and Encinitas Surfboards are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Encinitas - The Leucadia Beach Grotto - Pet-Friendly & Steps to Everything! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and private. Only a 15 minute walk from the beach with several local restaurants and coffee shops also close by. Private pool was fantastic and the place was stocked with everything you would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so helpful and accommodating.Jason provided us with great information about local restaurants and stores. He also responded very quickly to all messages answering all questions. The house and outdoor pool area was very quiet and relaxing. A true oasis.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Grotto was such a delightful place to stay! It was very quiet and we woke up each day to the sound of birds chirping. Jason was a fantastic host -- he was very responsive and gave clear, concise instructions. The property was easy to find and well-located. I started most days with a run along the path 2 blocks away and finished with a dip in the pool. The Grotto was also the perfect place to vacation with our dog!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I frequently vacation to San Diego. This is by far the best experience we’ve had renting out a place. Everything was very clean. The hosts also made sure to think about nearly everything someone would need including towels, beach equipment, floaties for the pool, aloe Vera, mosquito repellent. The small details is what makes this the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re living in a home away from home. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Great relaxing vibes with awesome amenities. Pool, bed and bathroom were elite!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Leucadia Beach Grotto was a great find in this quaint seaside town. The private enclosed yard was perfect for relaxing by the pool and very dog friendly! I appreciated our host, Jason, welcomed our little pup with a bowl of water and dog biscuit. The place was super clean and the Keurig coffee machine with pods was an added bonus. The secure off street parking was also nice in an area where parking can be limited. Jason was super responsive to messages and informative about the area. I’ll definitely be back when in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect, Jason was a great host! Roomy comfortable bed, pool was awesome. We will be back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason was a big help. He made our stay excellent, we really enjoyed spending our anniversary there. Rest assured we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! The perfect location very private and safe and close to everything. The outside pool patio was a huge plus especially traveling with Tallulah our 3 yr old pitbull. Jason was a great host and made me feel extremely comfortable through the whole booking process and stay. I would definitely book this again, hopefully sooner than later!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding place to stay if you are planning a trip to Encinitas. The property has everything you could need and the host is super responsive. A nice extra is the pool just steps away from your accommodations. We will be back one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location, quiet neighborhood, and cozy place to spend a week. Host was super responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place. Very close to all the good surfing spots. Nice neighborhood. Had all I needed in one spot
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach retreat

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is all about the outdoor options. great seating, pool, loungers etc. our 15 year old labrador was very comfortable as well. walking distance to food spots makes things easy, and only 10 minutes from moonlight state beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was cozy. Thank you, Jason!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient, private and comfortable property. The private pool and outdoor patio space was such a nice bonus and the unit was very clean and comfortable! Really appreciated the extra touches that helped our stay be more comfortable, such as access to beach chairs, extra blankets, pool floats, etc. Lots of things to make the stay more comfortable that are typically not included in rentals these days. Jason, the host, was extremely responsive and accommodating. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026