Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Cardiff, CA

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Cardiff, CA

Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea

Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea is a trusted senior living community set in Manchester Avenue, Cardiff by the Sea, CA, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Take in the picturesque scenery with elegant and spacious residences with a wide array of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community is committed to delivering top-tier care, adapting to seniors’ ever-changing needs, and supporting them throughout their journey.

With its spot near mesmerizing attractions and convenient amenities, seniors are given the time to explore with friends and ensure their needs are within a few steps away. The community strives to meet seniors’ dietary needs and cater to their tastes with healthy and delicious meals. With its scenic campus surrounded by an inviting community and breathtaking amenities, Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea is a haven for seniors to spend wondrous golden years.

Bed community size
175-bed community Rank #235 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th out of 1648 homes in California for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
13 years in operation Rank #534 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 534th out of 1494 homes in California for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100 Rank #1771 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1771st out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
91%
Rank #313 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 313th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
160 / 175
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceAugust 1, 2012
CountySan Diego
RCFE Number374603231

Ownership & Operating Entity

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea is legally operated by Belmont Village Cardiff Tenant & LP and Belmont Three, and administered by Ashley Marcellus.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool
Chef-Prepared Dining
Bistro
Fitness Program
Salon
Free Scheduled Transportation
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Housekeeping Services
Specific ProgramsShort Stay, Whole Brain Fitness, Health & Wellness, Social and enrichment activities

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #461 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (38% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% below)
• Citations per year (71% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Complaint visits (15% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Complaint investigations (40% below)
Latest Inspection March 4, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3 10 This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 0 3 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 3 4 This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2019. 0.4 1.4 This facility has 71% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 1.4).↓ 71% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.1 3.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 22 16 This facility has 38% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (22 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 38% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 11 13 This facility has 15% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 15% better Rank #884 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 884th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 8 7 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 3 4 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 6 10 This facility has 40% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The June 18, 2024 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair with all safety equipment compliant.
  • The February 22, 2026 complaint investigation substantiated six deficiencies including failure to notify police of abuse, inadequate resident assessments, insufficient staffing, and improper billing for unprovided services.
  • The February 22, 2026 complaint also substantiated failure to meet residents' basic needs such as showering, mobility assistance, and leaving residents in wheelchairs for prolonged periods.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cardiff's city center to Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea

Who is the owner of Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea?

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea is legally operated by Belmont Village Cardiff Tenant & LP and Belmont Three, and administered by Ashley Marcellus.

Is Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea in a walkable area?

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea?

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea's occupancy is 91%.

Are pets allowed at Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea?

Yes, Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea?

Ashley Marcellus is the administrator of Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea.

How many beds does Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea have?

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea has 175 beds.

Has Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea had any citations?

Belmont Village Senior Living Cardiff by the Sea has had 3 reported citations since 2019 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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