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Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103

Beachfront apartment near Mission Beach

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Exterior
Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Terrace/patio
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

On the beach.Your stay at this Ocean Beach apartment places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Ocean Beach Park and Dog Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dog Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean Beach Farmers Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ocean Beach Pier - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee And Plants - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪OB Surf Lodge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hodad's Ocean Beach - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103

1 Block from Ocean Beach & Dog Beach – Perfect for beach lovers and pet owners.
Clean & Comfortable – Thoughtfully maintained for a fresh, welcoming stay.
Great Host Communication – Responsive and attentive to guest needs.
Excellent Reviews – Highly rated by past guests for comfort, location, and service.

THE SPACE
Newly Updated:
Fresh paint, new decor, and modern furnishings.

Fully Equipped Kitchen:
Full-size appliances, all cooking utensils, plus coffee & tea.

Bathroom Essentials:
Towels, toiletries, hairdryer, straightener, and curling iron.

Entertainment & Extras – Handheld massager, toys, games, and magazines.

Beach Gear Provided :
2 boogie boards, 4 beach chairs, umbrella, mat, towels, a rolling cooler, and collapsible beach wagon for easy transport.

Yoga Supplies:
Yoga mats, blocks, and weights.

Tech & Connectivity:
WiFi, Smart TV, and Google Mini.

Outdoor Features:
Enjoy a big bay window with partial water views and a balcony with a table and 2 chairs, perfect for your morning coffee!
Gas BBQ grill is available in the shared courtyard.

Convenience Store Nearby:
Just 1 block away for bottled water and snacks.

Dog-Friendly:
$50 non-refundable fee per dog.
Please notify the owner in advance if bringing dogs. Towels provided to clean your dog by the front door.

Parking:
Free Street Parking Only! No designated parking. Uber/Lyft recommended.

Exceptional Service:
Our property is owner-managed, with two local managers just 10 minutes away. We take pride in meticulously maintaining and cleaning after every reservation. Sofa has sofa cover which is washed after every reservation. Extra clean towels and beddings always available for longer stay.

Great for Large Groups – Ideal for wedding groups or multiple families gathering. The entire property accommodates up to 24 guests when all four units are booked.
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Additional Units Available – If your dates aren’t available, check out our other listings in the same building.
Top Floor 2107-1128383
Bottom Floor 2101-1191673
Bottom Floor 2105- 1128448

Whether you're visiting for a relaxing beach vacation, yoga retreat, or group getaway, we ensure a seamless and enjoyable stay.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside, $250 deposit will be forfeited!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Dishes: Load and start the dishwasher. Kitchen knives and wine glasses are NOT dishwasher safe.
Laundry: • Place all used towels in the bathtub. • If you used the sofa bed, remove the sheets, extra pillowcases, and blankets and place them next to the front door to indicate they need washing.
Trash: Remove all trash (except recycling) and leave it outside the front door. Recycling is for glass bottles, plastic bottles, cans, and clean boxes only.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please don't bring sand into the property, especially INSIDE shower stall or bathtub which will cause clogging issues for the next guest checking in.
Please only throw toilet paper into the toilet. Please leave open food on the dining table and not on kitchen counter to keep ants away!
Quiet time is from 10 pm to 9 am on the balcony and downstairs common areas. No smoking inside the apartment and in the common area to avoid a fine.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Max 2 small pets, with $50 non-refundable fee each

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Beach toys and pack and play provided for babies

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside, $250 deposit will be forfeited!

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 644595, STR-03383L

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Brand New Highly Tastefully Upgraded Remodeled 3rd Unit
Brand New! Highly Tastefully Upgraded Remodeled 3rd Unit!
Brand New! Highly Tastefully Upgraded Remodeled 3rd Unit!
Brand New! Highly Tastefully Upgraded Remodeled 3rd Unit!
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 to the airport?

This apartment is 5.2 mi (17-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 to downtown San Diego?

This apartment is 5.7 mi away from San Diego.

Steps to Beach! Newly Updated, Pet-Friendly & Highly Rated – Top floor 2103 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy stroll to beaches. Easy access to community events. Well stocked with all essentials and non- essentials. Very thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This condo was like your own home. It was full of beautiful dishes, appliances and utensils for every type of cooking. There was beach accessories for everything, we used all the chairs which were in a wagon, how great is that! Boogie boards, umbrellas-all greatly appreciated. It was just beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nikita G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and we really appeeciated the amenities for the beach the host provided! It would be nice if there was a dog potty area in the courtyard since its hard to find potty spots in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness
This place has all the extras!Hand soap, shower gel and shampoo. Quality linens on the beds and different types of pillows to please everyone. Nice throws to cuddle up on the couch. Tea, coffee, sweetener and a fresh carton of 1/2 & 1/2. Beach chairs and throws for the chairs. A short walk to the beach. We only stayed 2 nights so I am sure I’m missing something but I’ll be back There are stairs to consider if you have a lot of luggage. Still 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is clean and comfy and has everything you could possibly need. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shops. This place is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

It’s Got It All

This recently refurbished 2 bdrm apartment is conveniently located and has everything you might need (beach chairs & toys, games, yoga gear, umbrella, iron…you name it). The host is very responsive and thorough. We’ll beback
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARLA O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place!

Such an amazing place! It is clean, great location, great communication. We definitely will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Haoyu D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at the beach to take my mind off work

Excellent property and location at OB. Far enough from the main strip to be peaceful, close enough to be convenient. Host was incredible and very responsive. I stayed here for a work trip and had significant issues with the wifi =( If you are looking to detach and enjoy the beach, this will be a great stay for you!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

Great location close to everything you would want to do in san diego! Property host was very responsive and made sure all needs were met. Was only a coupe minute walk from the beach, couldnt have asked for anything better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Layne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO I've stayed in

The apartment was very clean and well stocked. Easily the best VRBO I've stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great OB stay!

The apartment itself is great! Very clean, spacious and more than enough as far as amenities are concerned. We were very comfortable and impressed! Communication with the owner and prop manager was great as well, both were very responsive, helpful, and polite. The only downfall is the parking is horrible, but that can be typical for a beach town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R., Nevada

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Area

It was very comfortable and super close to everything we wanted to do in the city
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach location

This was a clean, cozy little place to stay by the beach. It's proximity to the beach, shops and restaurants was exactly what we were looking for. Also, it was not far to the San Diego Zoo and museums. Check in was easy and the owner was very responsive with questions. We will definitely check this place out again when we are in San Diego.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Letty V.

Liked: Cleanliness

So close to the beach.

We were so pleased as to how close the property was to the beach. It was just what we were looking for. The walkable restaurant options were a big plus as parking seemed limited in some areas during certain times of the day. It was a bit noisy at times with the amount of traffic but that's an uncontrollable variable. It's a popular beach with lots of visitors, so it made sense there would be lots of traffic. We were fortunate enough to arrive on the day when the Farmer's Market was going on and it was amazing to see all the different vendors and enjoy the yummy food. We kept the windows open most of the time we were there to enjoy the ocean breeze. The kitchen was well supplied with all the necessities. Comfy beds and plenty of linens and towels. My son loved playing the board games. Easy check in. Meiluen was prompt in responses and very helpful when giving us the details about our stay, as well as suggestions of some great spots to check out. She clearly wants her guests to not only enjoy their stay, but get the best out of their stay. She's a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C., Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, comfortable place close to the beach

This apartment was very clean, comfortable, had everything we needed (even beach chairs!) and was perfect for our group of kids and adults. It is also located right between a market and a laundromat which was convenient. It is nicely decorated and the owner/manager is very prompt and friendly to communicate with. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madhav P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Ocean beach vacation home!

Loved the location which was walking distance from the beach and close to most restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frederick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Get Away

My wife and I came down to SD for a long weekend to celebrate her birthday and stayed at the condo in OB. We found that the condo exceeded expectations and had an amazing location being only 1 block from OB. The host was very attentive and made us feel comfortable. Would definitely recommend and will be interested in staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Amanda W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Don’t stay here!

Street parking if you’re lucky enough to find a spot! Very noisy even with windows closed! No outdoor light which is a safety issue considering the people that walk around at night. Property manager is extremely picky and will charge you extra for sand or dog hair on the floor! I’m currently disputing an extra 100 charge for candles and dirty towels which I have no idea what they are referring to. I left the place cleaner than I found it; the property manager obviously running a scam!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

anne p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We loved it- loved dog beach. Area is a bit loud and a lot of airplane noise.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Sylvia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

It was loud with traffic on Friday night. The apartment is very hot because the sun beams right on it all afternoon. Beach is very close. Owner is extremely nice and accommodating. The step down into the courtyard is very steep so be careful. Beach chairs and umbrella were fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Tom M., Glendale, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place, lots of rules, no parking

Overall, the property was nicely maintained and stocked with necessary hardware. Wifi was fast. TV channels don't include national news, so bring a tablet to watch online. The amount of rules listed by the owner was irritating since these were not agreed to before signing up. Simplify this list to: "Smoking, excessive sand, or pet hair will result in a separate cleaning fee." Also, using the word "negligence" when referring to guests' potential behavior is inappropriate in a hospitality setting. (Though, I dont know if this is common for Californian VRBOs.)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eve F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Great location and walking distance to restaurants and pier. Very nicely furnished and very clean. Quiet at night. Owner very helpful. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Tim G., Scottsdale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

nice but noisy

condo was nice enough. The traffic noise at all hours is not good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020