21 Encinitas

**California Cove Laguna Beach Rental | Updated 2BR + Loft Home with Private Garden, Ridgeline Views & Trail Access** Available for a one-year lease, this updated 2-bedroom plus loft and 2.5-bath Laguna Beach rental home is located in the highly desirable California Cove neighborhood. Offering approximately 1350 square feet of living space, private garden, ridge line views, and direct access to hiking trails connected to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, this residence combines coastal living, natural beauty, and everyday convenience just minutes from Laguna Beach's renowned beaches, restaurants, galleries, and shopping. The light-filled interior features soaring ceilings, crisp white walls and flooring, elegant marble accents in the kitchen and surrounding the fireplace, and an open-concept layout designed for comfortable living and entertaining. The home includes two full bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an en-suite bathroom, plus a flexible loft with scenic ridge line views that is ideal as a home office, media room, reading retreat, guest space, or creative studio. The 2.5 bathrooms include a soaking tub, while the attached two-car garage offers a lockable storage room for added convenience. Ample street parking surrounds a charming island of mature flowering trees, contributing to the neighborhood's welcoming atmosphere. Residents enjoy a unique sense of community, enhanced by a neighborhood FreeLibrary and friendly daily dog walkers. Outdoor living is a highlight of this California Cove home. A private wraparound garden inspired by Mexican design features colorful artisan tilework, three tranquil fountains, multiple seating areas, and beautiful ridge line views. Whether relaxing with a morning coffee or entertaining guests, the outdoor spaces provide a peaceful retreat in a truly exceptional setting. Nature lovers will appreciate the home's direct access to scenic trails leading into Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, located just a five-minute walk away. This quiet cul-de-sac location offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility, allowing residents to enjoy a serene environment while remaining close to the best of Laguna Beach.