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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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San Diego, CA
  • SeaWorld
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Ocean Beach stay.Your stay at this Ocean Beach apartment places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Also, Ocean Beach Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Dog Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • SeaWorld - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Belmont Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Mission Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee And Plants - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Reunion Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪California Wild Ales - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Bella - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖

Perfect for a romantic getaway or road trip destination! Newly decorated! Stay in one of San Diego's most charming beach communities. Walking distance to OB's Newport Avenue, where you will find amazing cafes, breweries, and restaurants, as well as one of San Diego's best beaches and the longest concrete pier on the West Coast. This spacious studio cottage is located in a laid back neighborhood which immerses you in the true OB vibe. Short-Term Residential Occupancy License: STR-06950L

I am so excited to be able to offer this brand new listing to you! Will be redecorated soon! Absolutely perfect for the fun, outgoing traveler that wants the ease of being able to wander and walk everywhere! Several of the studio cottages in the complex has been converted into cozy, clean and comfortable vacation rentals near the beach. Dogs are welcome for $25 a night per dog.

Welcome! I am always available for any questions or recommendations. Never hesitate to text or call me anytime! I want to make sure your stay is wonderful and meets all your expectations.

Perfect for a romantic getaway or road trip destination!

There is no A/C but being so close to the beach, you get a great sea breeze, but just in case, there is a portable fan (stored in the closet).

Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between stays and contact-free check-in.

If there is no availability, please look at unit # 4

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7689281?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:homeaway:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=7689281


OR

unit #2

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7532040?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:homeaway:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=7532040

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Water skiing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

1.Have fun and enjoy Ocean Beach 2. Catch a sunset 3. Check out the famous OB Pier
$15 per night pet fee paid directly to owner (Venmo, Apple Pay or cash). Limit one dog.

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 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-06950L, 632105

Property is also known as

OB Cozy Studio C BEACH RESTAURANTS OPEN!

Frequently asked questions

How close is OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 to the airport?

This apartment is 4.2 mi (7-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 to the beach?

This apartment is a short 13-minute walk from Dog Beach and 3.6 mi (11-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 to downtown San Diego?

This apartment is 5.2 mi away from San Diego.

OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shoshana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at this property! Clean, simple, close walk to lots of coffeeshops and food that we enjoyed. It had everything we needed for a small weekend getaway. If you are looking to cook, the kitchen is a little limited and there is no coffee grinder as is listed. This didn’t impact our stay too much, we still had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ally S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This rental was perfect for our stay in Ocean Beach! Walking distance to the beach and all amenities we needed were included in the apartment. Even street parking was manageable. The airport is close by so you do hear planes flying over during waking hours. The host was easy to reach and very accommodating to us. Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

Great stay. Cute place. Weather was warm while we were there. Little warm without A/C, but all in all, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the place and enjoyed our time. The only thing is that the airplanes were really loud. Must be in the take off/landing path.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryPat L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and cute

Great location, near beaches, shopping, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place, very cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient for beaches and city. Easy to find & access.Parking nearby not too difficult.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaina F., Lafayette, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was great! Good location and very clean. Parking was a little tricky but I was able to find a spot 2 blocks away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jef W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean Beach Getaway

Great location with walk-able access to food, coffee, and the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

The VRBO stay was a cute little tiny home feel. We had everything we needed, however it was a little bit dusty. The location was great for a younger crowd. My husband and I enjoyed La Jolla and Coronado island. So ocean beach didn’t end up being our priority. But I think if you enjoy a free spirited place to gather you would enjoy staying here. It’s a little bit of a distance to the beach but it is right next to a grocery co op!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Property

Clean, comfy, enjoyed our time tremendously!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

christopher m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location,easy walk to some of my favorite places

Needed a place to stay for a quick surf trip. Zen was clean easy to find and easy to check in to. More emphasis needs to be made about parking. Even though it's far from the beach it still suffers from " Beach parking" issues as it's street parking only. Great dogs for a single traveler and can be difficult to park close. Pro
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brance H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and clean

Great spot close to the beach walking distance to shops and restaurants in OB.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

LL

Far from beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine & Greg T., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing break away!

Hubby and I had such a lovely visit to San Diego and loved this little studio apartment! Close to everything, amazing neighbourhood; the studio was super clean and had the little amenities (coffee!) you need. Highly recommended !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy small apt perfect for a couple

The hosts were very easy to work with, quick with communication, their neighborhood recommendations were great, and the place was small (consistent with descriptions in profile) but perfect for my girlfriend and I when we visited San Diego. Had a great experience and recommend it to any other couple visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Honeymoon

Perfect for my wife and I! Great location, clean place, friendly people. Loved it and plan to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little studio in main area of OB

Location was easy to find and the place was tidy. I would have liked more cooking utensils in the kitchen, there was very limited glassware as well and no sponge to do the dishes. Communication with the owner was easy and the place matched the pictures! Definitely a prime area for OB
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa Z., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness

New favorite!

This is our new favorite little cottage! Stayed in July and stayed again last week! It’s prefect for the two of us! And a short walk to ocean beach! The new ramen place across the street is amazing! Can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sabrina m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location-walking distance to everything

Was within walking distance of everything in OB but yet also was quiet and away from noise. The only downside for us was that our side of the building the windows didn't face the ocean so we did not get the direction of breeze and no way to get a cross breeze flowing. Small fans so they were not as helpful during the unusual heat wave during our stay. Other than that the unit was clean and comfortable and she was wonderful to work with. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M., Irmo, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little place

We had a wonderful time in San Diego (Ocean Beach) happen to be having a heat wave so a little warm, but we're from the South so dealt with it. Very clean, cute place. Thank you very much for a Fantabulous vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Lee R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely requires more than a day 😃

It was so cute and perfect for a couple or 1 person! I wished we stayed longer. It can get kinda warm during the summer. I wished I had seen the tower fan sooner. But that was kinda my fault for not looking enough. (Maybe a note on the check in sheet would be helpful. ) Parking can get tricky as street parking is only option, so plan accordingly. I will definitely stay again and book for more days next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Good stay. TV remote doesn’t work. Don’t watch much tv so no big deal for me

Love OB
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

My husband and I stayed here for a week. The check in process was so easy. The place was comfortable. It is small but worked out great for 2 adults. Great location and grocery store, convenience stores are just steps away. It is close enough to the beach to walk in 10 minutes or less but far away enough so that you don't hear any of the beach's nightlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022