Leucadia · Encinitas

A walkable surf town.

Coffee, sand, and the farmers market.

The house sits in Leucadia, the quieter, more surf-shop-and-fish-taco end of Encinitas. Stonesteps Beach is four minutes on foot. Pannikin Coffee, two. The Sunday Leucadia Farmers Market is a six-minute walk from the front door.

Downtown Encinitas is a short e-bike ride south. Cardiff, Solana Beach, and Del Mar are all under fifteen minutes by car. Legoland, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Disneyland are easy day trips for the kids.

Everything within a short walk.

Stonesteps Beach
Beach

Stonesteps Beach

0.2 mi · 4 min walk

A quiet local beach with a steep set of steps down to the sand. Lower-key than Moonlight; perfect for morning swims and sunsets.

Pannikin Coffee
Coffee

Pannikin Coffee & Tea

0.1 mi · 2 min walk

An Encinitas institution housed in a converted 1888 train station. Pastries, breakfast, and a front porch that's a town gathering spot.

Leucadia Farmers Market
Market

Leucadia Farmers Market

0.3 mi · 6 min walk

Sunday mornings from 10 to 2. Local produce, prepared foods, flowers, and a vibe that makes Sunday feel like Sunday should.

Moonlight Beach and Playground
Beach

Moonlight Beach & Playground

0.6 mi · 12 min walk

The main Encinitas beach. Wide sand, lifeguards, volleyball nets, and a playground at the top of the bluff. Concessions and bathrooms.

Coastal favorites, within fifteen minutes.

Cardiff State Beach Tidepools
Beach + Nature

Cardiff State Beach Tidepools

3.5 mi · 10 min drive

Time your visit to low tide for a slow walk through the tidepools. Sea anemones, hermit crabs, the occasional octopus. Bring water shoes.

Annie's Canyon Trail
Hike

Annie's Canyon Trail

5.2 mi · 14 min drive

A short, family-friendly hike through a narrow slot canyon. The kids love it. Best in the morning before it gets hot.

Del Mar Racetrack
Day Out

Del Mar Racetrack

6.8 mi · 16 min drive

Summer racing meet from mid-July through Labor Day. Even if you don't bet, the people-watching and the bay views are worth the visit.

Legoland California
Family

Legoland California

8 mi · 18 min drive

The closest theme park, designed for ages 2-12. Plan a full day, arrive early, and check the calendar for park hours.

Bigger California adventures.

SeaWorld San Diego
Family

SeaWorld San Diego

22 mi · 35 min drive

Marine animal experiences and rides. A classic San Diego day. Get tickets in advance for the best price.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Wildlife

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

24 mi · 35 min drive

An open-range African plain with rhinos, giraffes, lions. Different experience from the main zoo — quieter, more space.

San Diego Zoo
Wildlife

San Diego Zoo

27 mi · 40 min drive

One of the best zoos in the country, in beautiful Balboa Park. Wear good walking shoes and bring sunscreen.

Disneyland
Family

Disneyland

70 mi · 90 min drive

Doable as a day trip if you're willing to leave early and stay late. Two parks, plus Downtown Disney. Plan ahead.

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The open floor plan of the kitchen, dining and living area is just so dope! Open up the glass door wall and feel the flow from the front door to the back yard. Loved being in Leucadia to grab the sunsets with the neighbors.
Todd · Stayed December 2023

Slow mornings,
every day.

Wake up four minutes from the sand. Walk to coffee, the farmers market, and downtown.

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