FWIW, the back gate of Crosby drops you off right near Santaluz and Del Sur. There is another way out than Del Dios.
Absolutely agree with everything you said about Santaluz. I guess its just not my style. I like to be closer to the beach and spend alot of time in the beach cities. I eat dinner in downtown Encinitas every Monday and Tuesday. Even if I could afford it, i just wouldnt want to be that far out but I certainly see the appeal it has to others who feel differently.