Cardiff-by-the-Sea is a truly pristine location in Southern California where one can find a harmonious blend of sun, shops, beach, restaurants, schools and parks that inspire the ultimate lifestyle. Cardiff embodies a moderate climate, spectacular ocean views, friendly outgoing spirited community, a school district that is in the top 10% of all California schools, family friendly community parks, Cardiff’s Restaurant Row congregated along Coast Hwy 101, world renowned surf spots/state beaches and just steps to the Cardiff Town Center.
Cardiff Reef is a popular surf spot in Cardiff that produces waves both professional and novice surfers enjoy year round. Surfing at Cardiff Reef has progressed from just a few surfers in the ’50s to become one of the most popular surfing spots in San Diego County.
In the central portion of Cardiff State Beach you have what is called “Restaurant Row”, with a good assortment of seaside restaurants and eateries. At night, the lights from The Beach House restaurant illuminate the water and it is another very beautiful sight. The light hits the waves at night creating a gentle sparkle. Come experience all that Cardiff has to offer!
The Cardiff School District is in the top 10% in academic achievement of all California schools! Cardiff and Ada Harris are 10-10 schools and two of only five elementary schools in North County and two of 13 in SD county! 10-10 schools are special, because the first 10 relates to overall achievement. The first 10 means that a school is in the top 10% in academic achievement of all schools in the state. The second 10 is the similar schools ranking. This ranking compares schools with similar student populations. For example, schools are compared by percentages of students that are English as a second language learners, low socio-economically impacted, similar parent education levels, and many other factors. A 10 in similar school ranking means that, taking into account many student and family factors, a school is in the top 10 percent of all schools that have similar demographics.
Family-friendly Glen Park is a large, secluded grassy area, set below street level, along rolling, hilly terrain, just south of Cardiff Town Center. The lower portion of the park is flat and has a large children’s playground with sand lot, two tennis courts, basketball courts, and horseshoes. Large cabana and picnic area with BBQ, other picnic areas with BBQs.
