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Terrace/patio
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8148 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Belmont Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

On the Sand! Bayfront Ground Floor + AC + Large Patio

Desirably located and tastefully executed, this stylish Mission Beach abode is the definition of coastal living. The beach, boardwalk, and spacious outdoor patio provide a charming greeting to this ground floor condo. Warm sunshine pours in through the living room to welcome you into this bright and airy space. The home features a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar, living and dining areas with water views from every window, and three bedrooms cozied up on the second floor. The primary suite is complete with unobstructed Bay views, a gorgeous ensuite, and a private balcony to soak in the peaceful serenity and beautiful views. Just a step outside the front gate to have the sand at your fingertips and water to your knees. Appreciate a memorable vacation here at this beautiful Bayfront home.

Highlights:
Ground Floor Bayfront Condo w/ Outdoor Living
Primary Suite w/ Unobstructed Bay Views and Private Balcony
Outdoor Patio w/ BBQ and Dining Table
Central Heat & Air Conditioning
Located on Mission Bay Boardwalk- Great for Entertainment!
Walking Distance to Local Shops and Restaurants
Kids Park & Playground @ Mission Point Park- located at the end of the boardwalk, less than half a mile from our home. Playground w/ picnic tables, grassy areas, and Bayside views

Things to know:
Cancel up to 30-days prior to your arrival for a full refund
This is a ground floor condo of a duplex property. Noise may heard from upper, second floor guests.
San Diego Airport flight path runs over South Mission Bay. Airplane noise may be heard; however, departing flights are not permitted between 11:30pm-6:30am.
This home is monitored by exterior surveillance cameras and interior noise monitoring devices.
Beach chairs and a beach umbrella are also provided for your use.
You must be at least 30 years old to rent this home. If all guests are adults, all guests must be over the age of 30, excluding families.

Neighborhood Notes:
Mission Beach is San Diego's lively take on the classic boardwalk beach town with over five miles of waterfront boardwalk, trendy shops, restaurants, and Belmont Park, a beachfront amusement park featuring the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, originally built in 1925 but since restored, miniature golf, bumper cars, rock climbing, and an arcade. Mission Beach is just a few minutes to Sea World, 15-20 minutes to The San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, San Diego International Airport (SAN), and downtown San Diego.

Attention:
This rental is located in a high-density neighborhood with strict house rules and is only suitable for quieter groups. No tolerance policy exists for excessive noise, occupancy, parties, smoking, or pets. Failure to abide by these policies may lead to immediate eviction without refund. Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies before renting.

Sleeping Accommodations:
Primary - 2nd Floor - King
Guest 1 - 2nd Floor - King
Guest 2 - 2nd Floor - 1 Bunk Bed (Twin over Twin) + 1 Twin w/ Twin Trundle

Parking:
1-Car Garage
Dimensions- 32'6” L x 8'1” W 7'3”
* Suitable for small-mid size vehicles
* Additional parking options- Street Parking on Mission Blvd- free & overnight; Public Parking Lots- located at N Jetty Rd (end of Mission Blvd)- free & overnight

Departure Instructions:
As your beach getaway comes to an end, we kindly ask you to follow these quick steps before checking out. Please turn off all lights, fans, and HVAC; lock all doors and windows; start the dishwasher with any dirty dishes; leave used towels on the bathroom floor and beds unmade; and remove all trash and recycling. Don't forget to report any damages, issues, or upgrade suggestions—we truly value your feedback! Check-out is at 10:00 AM, unless a late check-out was pre-approved. Requests must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance. Thank you for staying with us!
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The condo offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 12 minutes by foot from Mission Beach and a 5-minute drive from Mission Beach Boardwalk
On the Sand! Bayfront Ground Floor + AC + Large Patio offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This San Diego condo is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

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.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,589 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 623801, STR-02316L
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

572284

On the Sand! Bayfront Ground Floor + AC + Large Patio Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Information made check in quick and painless. House was as pictured. Perfect for multi generational family vacation. Only complaint was that we did not stay long enough! Family is already planning a stay in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mckinsey D.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We decided to pay more for this house rather than stay at a cheaper location so we could be right on the beach and it was totally worth it. California does not have warm beaches so my kids get cold so it was so nice to be able to get back and washed off with the outdoor shower and warmed back up so quickly. It made it so we could play at the beach multiple times a day. The patio furniture made it absolutely perfect to sit out and enjoy watching the birds and views of the ocean. There is a sidewalk right next to the property before the beach and it was moderately busy but everyone was friendly and it was much quieter than on the ocean side. There is also the park and playground nearby that my kids enjoyed walking to. Parking was difficult with our Buick Enclave but still totally doable and so nice to have a garage. Aside from the amazing location it was also a lovely home. Everything was clean and organized and we just had a truly perfect stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very well maintained house in an amazing location. Great kitchen and amenities, well worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Novelyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay on The Bay

This was by far one of the nicest vacations we have had as a family. This house was EVERYTHING. Clean, Safe, Accommodating, Perfect Location AND if you love the sand and water it’s literally steps from your door. Nightly Fireworks. Drift Vacation Homes was amazing. Answered all my questions and even referred us to BabyQuip which saved us from having to haul a trunk load of baby equipment. I can’t say enough about this home and Drift Vacations. We will certainly be back soon. Thank you for making our trip and time together so seamlessly easy and perfect!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation weekend

If you are looking for a quiet beach front location look no further. Staying on Mission Bay is wonderful for easy walk out access to the sand and gentle water of the bay. Great people watching as walkers, joggers and bikers cruise along the boardwalk. The house had everything you need to enjoy the beach, and the house was clean and well appointed. Parking available in the garage was great to have, but small/mid-size cars only. Highly recommend this house for any gathering, especially families with young children. Lots of beach toys for the kids and the bay is ideal for the young ones to splash away in the gentle water. Love Mission Beach and this house only highlights what to love.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Mission Beach!

I had a great time visiting friends in San Diego and staying in this awesome property right on the sand on Mission Beach - Bayside!I love the south end of Mission Beach on the bayside because it is lovely and quiet. This property was right where I like to be - great view every morning drinking my coffee on the patio.I'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aeyrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Diego Bay

The property was as advertised, lovely location, excellent response from the host when needed! Will gladly return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location & view!

Great beach condo at the southern end of the Mission Bay boardwalk. Great views. Well stocked house with all the amenities. Very comfortable for our family of four. Noise from upstairs tenants was definitely noticeable, but is to be expected in close quarters of Beach living. We would rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful respite!

Loved the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location/ Bad bathroom

This is the 2nd time our family of 4 (two young kids) have stayed at this house. We hoped it would be "our spot" in SD, however we don't know that it will be. We love the 3 bed, 2.5 bath, easy layout, gate at stairs, laundry & most importantly the location! You walk out the sliding doors & are right on the bay. It's quieter & calmer than oceanside, which we prefer for our young kids. Now, the reason why we were disappointed... When we stayed at this house in Oct 2023, the downstairs 1/2 bath had what looked like some water damage and a smell. This year, Oct 2024, the bathroom smelled stronger (mildew/ musty) & looked to have signs of mold behind the toilet and in the top corner of the room. We chose to keep the door to this room closed during our stay to avoid the smell, however anytime the A/C would kick on, the smell would push into the lower level of the house. I felt like our family was breathing in mold. We then tried turning off the A/C, but we also specifically chose a house with A/C so we could stay cool particularly at night. Additionally, there was a smell to the 2nd floor jack & jill bathroom as well, which we also chose to use only for quick teeth brushing. I do hope they renovate the bathrooms as this could be such a great vacation house. They did update some area rugs, that needed it. I would love to see an upgrade on the couch & pillows in tv room too, which have seen better days. Great house, unfortunately, I just can't stay somewhere with that smell again. :(
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Darcie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, but slightly misleading

Beautiful property and so close to the sand! You cannot beat the sunrise from the master bedroom balcony! The bunk room worked out nicely for my sister and her daughters. There is a "Jack and Jill" bathroom between the bunk room and the 2nd guest room which was really convenient for my Mom and sister. The master bedroom is spacious and the master bath is beautiful. The outdoor patio was really cool. I loved sitting by the fire pit and visiting with people who walked by on the path. We even had some trick or treaters on Halloween on the path (no one came to the door.) What I found misleading was that the VRBO posting says "ground floor" which the living space is ground floor. I could not see any information about all three bedrooms being on the second floor. In the pictures it looked like the master was on the first floor. I should have confirmed, so that is on me. My mom has trouble walking so going upstairs was a hassle. There was no hand soap in the "Jack and Jill" bathroom, which is pretty minor in the whole visit. The only other thing that was inconvenient was the narrow garage. I could barely fit my SUV in the garage and had to exit out the passenger door to barely get out the car.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary R., Yuma, AZ., USA

Disliked: Cleanliness

40th was fabulous

Stayed here with our daughter for her 40th with her husband and our granddaughters aged 9 and 11 and hubbys mother- overall great experience and perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent family Stay

This was the perfect place for 6 Adults and two toddlers. We had a lovely visit. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Our family really enjoyed our stay! The property is beautiful, and the location was perfect for our family! Little walking distance to some restaurants and coffee but the tradeoff is the quite location and having a great park (with parking) nearby. Owners have thought of everything for a great stay. We were even surprised to have access to a kayak and paddle board. Can't wait to book another stay at On the Sand!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This house was amazing, steps away from the Bay. We loved ever minute playing games in the sand. Sitting on the porch every night with a fire going was the greatest end to every day. House was clean and had everything we could image made are stay even better. We will be telling our family and friends about Drift vacation rentals. Property manger was on every email fast and efficiently. One of the best vacations ever.....♥
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location and unit

The location was amazing! Walking distance to food and fun! Beach in the back yard and great unit!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location!

This was the perfect stay, the house was amazing and it was the perfect location. The host was very responsive to messages! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and great stay

Enjoyed the stay, and it was very peaceful and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property but pricey

Great location, great lay out. Unfortunately weather was not great so we didn't make use of all the amenities like paddle board, beach chairs, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place

We loved everything about it. The location is right on the bay with a sandy beach and the view from the big windows of the master bedroom is amazing. The furniture is attractive and comfortable. The kitchen is very well stocked and excellent for cooking. We enjoyed using the paddle board and sitting out on the patio watching the fireworks each night from Sea World
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location!

This is a great house on the quiet end of Mission Beach/Bay. It was the perfect location for our family who enjoys fishing near the channel, boogie boarding in the ocean and paddle boarding in the bay. The house was well equipped and spacious. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t say enough about this property!

This our 2nd time staying! It is the most practical, luxurious, convenient, home with all the amenities you need! The property manager was in constant communication, accommodated to our needs, even brought a pack and play for our little one! The bay is so much fun for families and the kids can swim without worry! Maximize your vacation by staying here! We will definitely return, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beachy retreat on the bay

This is the second time my family has stayed at this property and we love it. The bay is quiet and peaceful with the clean, sandy beach right off of the patio. When we want a little more action, we just walk a few blocks over to Belmont Park. The owners are very easy to communicate with and it’s just an all around enjoyable spot to stay in San Diego!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

christi h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location and good for a small family

We were a group of seven. 2 couples and 3 older kids. The townhouse is actually set up for 5 people comfortably since there is a small living area with seating for 5 max. The patio is great and so is the master bedroom. We had super loud renters above us for half our trip, and they were using our patio to walk to the boardwalk, which was inconsiderate- but just be aware of other renters sharing the space. The place was very clean and a beautiful location on the bay and a quick 5 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022