Perfectly located and custom built with travelers and family in mind. Totally private compact 2 bdrm/1 bath house with A/C, private entrance, full private roof top deck, with star gazing igloo and 2 outdoor patio! Eclectic neighborhood with our own quaint main street lined with amazing restaurants and bars-University Heights is where it's at! Only a short walk to Hillcrest and easy drive to North Park, $5 Uber ride to downtown, 10 minute drive to the zoo and balboa park, 15 minute drive to beaches.
During your stay at this guesthouse, you'll be within walking distance of Balboa Park. Features include laundry facilities.
Amenities include laundry facilities
Just a 3-minute drive from Balboa Park and a few minutes from San Diego Zoo
Perfectly located, Modern, custom built casita w/AC & rooftop igloo sunset deck offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This San Diego guest house is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
Games
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Spa
Massage
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Dryer
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please wash and put away any dishes used
Please bag up rubbish and recycling and leave outside the front door
Please turn AC off
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
No pets allowed
Note from host: we welcome your furry family
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: We have everything you need to travel with infants
Events
No events allowed
Send request if inquiring for roof top deck
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: send request if inquiring for roof top deck
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey W.
18 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
An absolute pleasure to stay at. Host is amazing and the property is perfectly situated! Close to great independent coffee shops and restaurants!
Jeffrey W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
The G.
7 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a family of four, they thought of everything from beach towels to toys and loved the convenience of washer and dryer. It’s in a great location, we walked everyday to breakfast and to get coffee. No issues with parking always found a spot on the street.
The G.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Zacary D.
29 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This vacation rental is one of the best I’ve stayed in. The location is about 15 minutes from anything you’d want to go see, the rooms are comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. We enjoyed the privacy of the patio and the host was gracious and happy to lend us children’s toys and beach gear for our stay
Zacary D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy k., Monterey
27 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great find. Was perfect home base for our time San Diego. The host was great, and made sure that we had everything we needed.
Jeremy k.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
25 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful stay! Before we arrived, Amanda reached out a few times to ensure we had everything we may need. The location was clean, parking was easy, and she thought of all the odds and ends. Things like beach towels, sun hats, games and other basic things that you'll want in San Diego but don't want to pack and haul with you is readily available. Highly recommend
Amanda C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Radhika N.
6 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The space was nice and cozy, and we especially appreciated the terrace, which gave my son plenty of room to work on his robotics skills for his competition. It's rare to find a place that feels both stylish and practical for the whole family.Would definitely stay again and highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique, well-appointed retreat!
Radhika N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Brenda B.
9 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very accommodating. The Casita was lovely and a great location!
Brenda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Karen L.
31 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The host are wonderful!! This VRBO is so quaint, perfectly located in a great neighborhood! Everything you need is here! Highly recommended, 10 out of 10!!! We will be staying very often!!!
Karen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Karamia G.
13 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay. Host was great at communication and place was everything as advertised. I would definitely stay here again.
Karamia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Debra M.
13 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, well set up house in convenient location. Amanda was very responsive, pleasant and has house set up well. Excellent!
Debra M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Rachel M.
12 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Did not cook since we were out and about all day. Condo was clean. Parking was easy as we were allowed to load and unload car near entrance before moving car.
Rachel M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trinity M.
28 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our host was extremely communicative! She also went out of her way to decorate for Christmas!
Trinity M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mahesh P.
23 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lively stay and a perfect host! Many thanks, Amanda!
Mahesh P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen R.
17 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay in a lovely home. Located centrally for so many of San Diego’s attractions (only minutes from the Zoo!) with plenty of parking our accommodations had everything we needed. Amanda was a great host and communication with her was exceptional.
Kathleen R.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barry W.
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
4th visit. great as usual.
Barry W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kyle C.
13 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Easy to get around to different parts of the city and surrounding areas. Great place for a family with all of the amenities for our two year-old daughter. Consistent communication from the host. Easy street parking throughout our stay. Would highly recommend!
Kyle C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly E.
5 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!! The beach is about an 8-15 minute drive depending on traffic.
Kimberly E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elena W.
25 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property…we will definitely stay here again when in town. Owner are great with communication…feels like a home away from home.
Elena W.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula and Bruce F.
19 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!We had everything we needed and MORE!Comfortable beds, the owner thought of everything we might need including beach towels and chairs. Perfect for our family of 3. The rooftop area was amazing!!We never had a problem finding a parking spot. Great, central location for all the “touristy” places!
Great unit, close driving distance to many tourist sites. Walking distance to a few restaurants and bars on Park. Fantastic water pressure for the shower! Lots of beach and kid-friendly gear provided. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again when I return
Kathy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris G., Wake Forest, North Carolina
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great weekend in San Diego. The location is very central so you can get downtown and the beach very easily. It was nice to be able to have places to dine on Park ave within walking distance. The unit was very nice. It had everything we needed for our stay.
Chris G.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth G.
28 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location was perfect for our zoo, Balboa park and Sea World plans. Safe, quiet and cozy location.
Elizabeth G.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dallas M.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amanda’s VRBO was perfect for our family vacation in San Diego. The location is excellent. 10-20 minutes from everywhere you want to go and in a really quiet neighborhood that felt very safe. The space itself was really quaintly decorated making it welcoming and homey. Very clean! Great beds for all four of us. High ceilings make it feel big. We loved it!
Dallas M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
James W.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
I was really surprised at how great if a location this is. I was prepared for traffic since it was a weekend in the Summer, but it seemed like we always ended up going against traffic. We didn't have any problems finding parking either.
James W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ann M.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Close to all activities. Great coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance. Host was always available if needed.