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Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis!

Vacation home near Mission Bay in San Diego

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An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beachfront, dense residential area, and a marina with boats.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a dining area with white chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a potted plant, and a wardrobe.
A patio with a wooden table and chairs, a small garden, and a house with a gray exterior.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and white cabinetry.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Pacific Beach stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Pacific Beach vacation home, you'll find Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches. Mission Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pacific Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mission Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 4 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Riptides PB - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Society PB - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪SD TapRoom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vallarta Express - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis!

This completely remodeled, air conditioned 3BR, 2BA gem is a stunner! With brand new wood floors, a sparkling white kitchen, modern appliances and a private outdoor space -- you`ll never want to leave your beach vacation!

Mermaid Cove is a modern beach oasis, located just two blocks from the sand and salt waters of Mission Bay. It is a completely private, detached guest house with a car port and two parking spots available. There are two Smart TVs, an open concept living room and kitchen, pristine bathroom with floor to ceiling tile, an outdoor dining set up (complete with brand new BBQ grill) and the perfect, coastal bright & airy feel. There are two bedrooms in the `main` house: the master (queen bed) and the guest room (twin over full bunk beds). The third bedroom is detached (queen bed) and has its own bathroom & shower. There is free laundry onsite. Take a five minute stroll down to the water and experience all the vibrant San Diego bayside has to offer, from bike rentals to kayaking and paddle boarding!

Check-in is completely contactless, and you will have your own private entrance. The owners of Mermaid Cove live in the front house separated by a fence, and interaction is not necessary (unless you want to say hello!).

Check-in is virtual, as you`ll be provided with a digital Guest Portal and a personalized door code. Vacation Rentals by Aaron is a full-service property management company, and will be available 24-7 in case you need anything during your stay.

Looking for a way to get around Mission/ Pacific Beach during your stay? We`ve partnered with a local company, PB Golf Cart Rentals, that offers daily rentals in a customized Golf Cart. Whether you need it for the day, the weekend, or the week, they`ve got you covered. With flexible pricing and local pickup & drop-off, you’re minutes away from riding around San Diego in style. Please mention that Vacation Rentals By Aaron sent you!

For stays longer than 30 days, I require a deposit in the amount of one month`s rent to be paid offline due 60 days prior to arrival as well as a formal lease agreement.

Beach Equipment: despite the inclusion of snorkeling gear, we do not offer it at our rentals
Important notes/house rules:
-Quiet Hours: 10pm-6am (weekdays); 11pm-6am (weekends).
-Absolutely no parties or gatherings are permitted at our properties--being overly disruptive to neighbors will result in the immediate cancellation of your reservation and forfeiture of any monies paid (including your refundable deposit).
- There is no smoking permitted at any of properties.
- Please treat our properties and, more importantly, our neighborhoods as you treat your own. Keep San Diego vacation rentals vibrant and thriving!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

Important notes/house rules: -Quiet Hours: 10pm-6am (weekdays); 11pm-6am (weekends).

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

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 639256, STR-07001L

Property is also known as

Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! San Diego
509653

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches and 13-minute walk from Pacific Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 7.3 mi away from San Diego.

Mermaid Cove: Your private Pacific Beach Oasis! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Good proximity to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. Clean and comfort cottage. Convenient location. Good communication from hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great amenities and location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Clean and comfortable for our short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good location, beds comfortable, well equipped kitchen, host responsive.The outdoor area was nice and private. Need more places to put things….luggage, wet towels, toiletries, The shower in the small unit needs a shower mat,… it is slippery. Also the water in the shower which is very weak will suddenly get cold and then goes hot again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super location to bay and beach. Lovely and comfortable home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

It was exactly how it was described- beautiful property in an amazing location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Property

Lovely stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Comfortable, immaculate, great location - very walkable to both bay and beach. We were visiting relatives but had downtime to walk around. Overall, a great stay,
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

Great property, great location. Super clean and cute little house, would book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for beach vacation with young kids.

Beautiful space. Great kitchen! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Wandering along the bay and beach is just a couple of blocks away. Restaurants are also within walking distance. Found a good Indian place acceptable to my vegan son.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot!

This cute little spot is a few blocks from the bay, beach, and downtown Pacific Beach. We had a wonderful stay here, Aaron was very responsive and a great host!
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beau K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic House

We had a great stay here with our 4 and 1 yo. An easy walk to the beach and a lot of restaurants. The host was extremely responsive and helpful, even on a Sunday. 10/10 no complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation to San Diego

Had a fabulous time here. Rental is perfect! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little piece of Heaven on Earth

Beautiful place, very clean, pictures don’t do it justice, host is very friendly and responds back quickly. Located in a great spot and nice neighborhood. Would recommend and will be back!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home in a great neighborhood

Walking distance to Mission Bay and the beach and lots of restaurants and activities, this is a clean home in a great neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay here. Communication with the Property manager via text & email was excellent - just the right frequency/timing with all the information we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Space for Work Trip

3 of us stayed here for our work trip. I loved how the 3rd room was detached from the main house so I could be separated from the guys and have my own bathroom (being a woman). Check in was smooth and the place was clean! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location, great space

The Pacific Beach neighborhood was perfect for our family vacation, so many things in walking distance! The VRBO was quiet and clean, beds were a bit small and softer than we like, but overall it was a great fit for us. AAron was super easy to communicate with and made everything smooth and easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

delores h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Alley Access

Excellent property once we were able to locate it. Check in before dark if you haven’t experienced alley access.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vaca

The guest house and “casita” was perfect for our group of 6. With 2 children we were able to eat-in or walk to great places for dinner. Playgrounds and the beach were also within walking distance. Would definitely recommend and return again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Great cottage, lots of space, very clean and nicely decorated. Nice walk to beach. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed having a detached room and bathroom suite, which was enclosed with the main house. Felt like a small and private compound. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic in every way!

Mermaid cove is a perfect getaway for those looking to take in all San Diego has to offer. The Casita gave privacy for my teen. The main apartment had everything for us to make delicious meals after shopping at the farmers markets. We could walk to the beach and it was a quick drive to all the city sights. The decor is immaculate and tasteful. Truly a gem. We can’t recommend it enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Nice location. Cozy spot. A nice separate apartment. We never received the check in email so that was a bit of an ordeal (we walked into homeowners house by accident as we didn’t receive the check in instructions) It was quickly remedied and all was well after.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This property is amazing. Had everything we needed to feel comfortable for a weeks stay. Close to so many things (walking distance) like the beach, restaurants, coffee and donuts! Grocery store is very close as well. Quiet, clean and easy to find. Will definitely book again when I visit San Diego in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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