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

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Take advantage of a garden, a playground and a gym at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is £310
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

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About the area

Located in Leucadia, a neighbourhood 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at San Diego Polo Fields, or consider a night out at 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 mountain biking nearby. Visit our Encinitas travel guide
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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 - 0.6 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.
    Beacon Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A coastal beach with houses on a cliff, waves, and people.
    South Ponto Beach
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Grandview Surf Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Batiquitos Lagoon
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Puntamar
    4 min drive
  • Juanitas Taco Shop
    2 min drive
  • Serrano's Mexican Food
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Buona Forchetta Encinitas
    3 min drive

About this property

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

  • Guest house near LEGOLAND® California
  • Take advantage of a garden, a playground and a gym at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this guest house include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Outdoor furniture, barbecues and games
    • Books, bike parking and water sports equipment
    • Beach towels
  • 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 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% organic food
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 10 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything! on 31 Aug 2026 start from £310, 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).

How much is parking at An Encinitas Gem "The Leucadia Beach Grotto" * Pet-Friendly Steps 2 Everything!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

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

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