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Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District

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Nestled in the heart of Encinitas Historical District, The PBC offers a serene retreat within a lush tropical palm grove. This spacious beach house features imported Indonesian furniture, high open-beam vaulted ceilings, and modern amenities that make you feel like you're on your own private island. Unwind by the outdoor fireplace or soak in the TIKI-TUB hot tub for an ultimate relaxation experience.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 31000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

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

Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District

Welcome to the PBC in Encinitas Historical District, North County Coastal San Diego. Enjoy this quiet house in the best and most centric place to stay for the North County San Diego Coastal experience! The PBC is a modern & spacious 1,000 sq. ft. freestanding beach house situated within a 10,000 sq. ft. lush tropical palm grove. There are over 200 palm trunks offering filtered shade and tropical ambience accentuated by the light ocean breezes passing through the palm leaves. The entire property has been designed with excellent attention to detail, amenities and your privacy. Imported Indonesian furniture from Bali makes you feel like you are on your own private island!

The PBC has about everything you would expect in your home and immediately makes you feel comfortable and at ease. High open-beam vaulted ceilings incredible modern yet subtle indirect illumination, lots of natural day lighting from the seven sky lights, great professional cooking facilities and luxurious linens! The PBC has had the rare distinction and verification by the original VRBO Bear as a Top 1% Listing when VRBO had the program!!!

Great tropical outdoor living areas provide amazing retreat and entrainment options. The front fire patio with its outdoor fire place chimney is surrounded with relaxing deep seating arm chairs creating the perfect day & evening garden fire-side lounge. The rear fireside Tiki-deck provides a perfect fireside dining and cocktail spot as well as a peaceful morning coffee venue. The new TIKI-TUB (Deeply Relaxing Hot-Tub for All Humans) is available for your exclusive enjoyment. Enjoy your own private hot or cold soak in the cowboy style "Tiki-Tub" just off the master bedroom with its own outdoor fireplace and real gas tiki torches! Take it all in & enjoy the ample on site retreats spaces that take you away from your daily life to somewhere special!

The PBC is an ideal escape for 2-3 adults (or 2 adults +1-2 children <12yrs) looking for a high quality resort style property on a personal (non-hotel) scale in the best of locations! PBC's web site has many links and local activity details too! The PBC is within the Walking District of Old Down-Town Historic Encinitas provides a fantastic coastal community experience. Walk to all local restaurants and beaches or grab the original 1970's Schwinn beach cruiser bikes for a local spin along the beach or to a local spot. Try long boarding on one of the surfboards or grab the beach gear and hit the sand! Everything you need is waiting for you to walk in and feel immediately at home. Enjoy the best of all outdoor lifestyle in coastal Southern California! Stay local and be local.. You are a native in your home town!

Many friends love visiting repeatedly! If you see short availability windows between bookings on our calendar, please feel free to inquire via mail about last minute & sub minimum stay occupancy opportunities! Make sure to watch the PBC video tour and also take the PBC Google 360 property tour! Feel free to inquire or book the PBC knowing it will be a neat and safe place to visit!

The PBC is considerate of current events and provides you with an extremely clean free standing cottage with indoor and lots of exclusive use OUTDOOR spaces for working or relaxing in a comfortable atmosphere.

Welcome!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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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
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
See Welcome Guide for Additional Detail
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Futon, Sofa. or Air Mattress. w linens

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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-000167-2013

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Plantation Beach Cottage
Social Distancing Seclusion Retreat @ Plantation Beach Cottage

About the area

Located in Encinitas, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach. Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Encinitas, CA

What's nearby

  • Self Realization Fellowship - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Elijo State Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 11 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪american legion 202 W F Encinitas, Ca - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Temaki Bar Sushi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Biergarden Encinitas - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Elijo State Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Self Realization Fellowship and Swamis Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Tropical Palms Plantation Beach Cottage - Historic Encinitas Walking District Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cory a.

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

Amazing space and vibe

Incredible setup with everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

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

Perfect location

The location was perfect, close to everything. The cottage was cute and had everything needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor, great landscaping, great amenities, great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

dave b.

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

great stay in Encinitas

Really nice--and comfortable house. Kitchen has everything needed for cooking. Nice fireplaces (inside and out) and a cool small hot tub.And great to meet the caretaker--Juan the black lab!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brewer R.

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

Wonderful Place

Great location, beautiful home and property. Couldn't have asked for more in our short stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

justin b.

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

As Advertised

Perfect all around, reviews are reality…perfect place to unwind
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C., Davie, FL

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

Amazing Home

Amazing location…Everything was great, we really enjoyed our stay. Eric was very accommodating and we loved the tiki tub and Juan!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Paradise

My husband and I vacation on Encinitas often and this was our first stay at Eric’s place. We loved it and plan to return! Well appointed and cozy! We didn’t need to bring anything and the place was very comfortable and clean. Eric was very responsive to any questions we had and told us he has plans this year to add a few more features to the home. This “bungalow” is a perfect space for a couple.Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles G.

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

Fantastic Stay

We had a wonderfully relaxing stay af this amazing home in Encinitas. Quiet neighborhood, walkable to everything, and great accommodations. We’d love to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A little slice of Aloha in Encinitas

Beautiful property!! Loved the fire pits and tiki torches. Definitely felt like we were on vacation !
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allyson C.

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

Great week for our family

Thanks Eric and Anne for a great week! Property was beautiful, Juan was a treat, and the hosts helped us roll with a few hiccups along the way. Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

encinitas stay

very pleasantly surprised as to the quality of the home.. all amenities were top notched.. cottage was very cooly decorated, bed was comfortable. ,, outside living area was quiet and relaxing.. could not have asked for a better accomadation...
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janan H.

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

So relaxing.

This was our second time to stay at Eric’s Palm tree oasis. We are so comfortable there, feel so relaxed, and love the vibe. I made sure to use the patios more this time. At night, we lit the awesome fireplace in the living room. He made some nice updates with the surround sound and ambiance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Tropical getaway

Such a romantic and cozy place! Juan the lab greeted us and helped us eat bacon. Would highly recommend and would stay again! Lazy Acres has great food to cook in the fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Perfect Location and Accommodations

Really enjoyed our stay! Eric’s place is perfectly located and has a wonderful vibe. Especially enjoyed Juan, one of the goofiest/ friendliest dogs I have ever met. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mirwan b.

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

A Gem in Encinitas

an adorable cottage w many amenities and within a 10 minute walk to town. the outdoor space is wonderful the indoor open plan is spacious. an absolute perfect setting for two
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

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

Perfect location & amazing spot

This was a 10/10! Honestly, the cleanest and most well equipped rental I’ve been to. The hosts are wonderful. They were accommodating and very communicative. The house was amazing. Perfect location, walkable to the beach and main strip. The space itself is beautiful! Bright and airy. Very comfortable bed, nice bathroom. The kitchen is stocked for serious cooking, there are plenty of towels, bathrobes, beach gear and extra blankets. And of course the outdoor space was incredible. We traveled with our baby and loved being able to have outdoor space to relax after her early bedtime. Highly recommend. We’ll be back and hope to use the tiki hot tub next time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinisa N., Davis, CA USA

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

Great stay in greater San Diego

Thanks Eric and your dog Juan for a wonderful five days in your Plantation cottage. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

Mother's Day Weekend Stay

Great time. Great place. Great location. Whether you are out of town checking out San Diego or you live in the city and need a staycation...this is an excellent option. My family of 4 had a great time hanging at the house and it is an excellent base of operation for exploring the beach communities. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

david j.

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

Outstanding place great location for a Encinitas.

Fun, comfortable, inviting, well equipped great location, nicely decorated beach pad. Good Internet & AV. Nice sitting areas in front and back. Stayed for five nights. Had a great time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody S., Houston

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

Perfection

We loved our time in Encinitas. The cottage and the patios were amazing. Coffee in the morning and wine by the fire in the evenings. We will be back!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B., Chicago, IL USA

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

Wonderful stay!

We loved our stay at Pacific Palm Grove! The cottage and grounds were just beautiful...so well-designed, well-equipped and comfortable. And we so enjoyed walking in the historic neighborhood..such an eclectic array of homes with pretty gardens and foliage. Gorgeous beaches nearby too, and a lovely botanic garden. Great restaurants and cute shops in the area. Our host, Eric, was incredibly helpful and nice. We'd go back in a minute!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Perfect relaxation

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful stay at the PBC and can't wait to come back and stay again in the future. We loved all the incredible amenities (tiki tub, fire places, tiki torches, etc.) And the town of Encinitas has everything you need and more. Perfect location to access a walk along the coastal rail trail or wander into the center of town and visit great local restaurants. A short drive from San Diego, but you feel like you are in an island oasis away from it all. This place is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly B., San Francisco, CA

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

Perfect for a Workcation & Surfcation

This property has everything you need to work (incredibly fast WIFI), relax (loved the soaking tub), surf (very close to Swamis), and cook (incredibly well appointed kitchen for a rental - sharp knives and cast iron?!? Amazing). I want to keep this place a secret, but that wouldn’t be fair! We will be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

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

Beautiful Relaxing House in Amazing location

Loved everything about our stay. The kitchen is fully equipped/stocked for cooking although we chose to frequent the wonderful restaurants just around the corner. The yard and fireplace (although we didn’t have a fire) were so quaint. Inside common spaces were just as relaxing. Bed was comfy and there was plenty of closet space to unpack (which I love to do when staying for more than a couple days). Not to mention host was incredibly responsive and accommodating! Would definitely stay here again and again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024