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The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!.

Vacation home near Balboa Park in San Diego

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Exterior detail
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Seaside stay .A stay at this Downtown San Diego vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Balboa Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Petco Park. Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Port of San Diego - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 10 min drive
  • 5th Avenue Station - 11 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 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.

The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!.

This luxury detached house is located directly in Downtown San Diego in Cortez Hill, close to San Diego Convention Center, Gaslamp district, Civic Center, San Diego Symphony, Marina, Seaport Village, Little Italy, Airport, San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, . You’ll love this beautiful modern house because of the ambiance, the light, the comfy beds, the neighborhood, luxury appointments, the convenience, the access to the city without the city noise. Perfect for couples, business travelers, families (with kids), and groups

If you appreciate luxury, style, and quality you will love this house. This is the only house available to rent in downtown. Why stay in a condo that is essentially a hotel with more Covid, when you can stay in this sparkling clean, cozy home located in the safest, nicest neighborhood of Downtown San Diego.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

We require a government issued photo id and selfie photo within 3 days of booking. We require a photo id of all adult guests.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 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

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, 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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 622521, STR-07653L

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. to the airport?

This vacation home is 3 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.7 mi (19-min drive) from Mission Beach and 13.6 mi (26-min drive) from La Jolla Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from San Diego.

The BEST One of a Kind in Downtown San Diego, Enjoy Life! You deserve it!. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was on the property and attentive to anything that we needed. A nice add-on.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susi b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great unit with an ideal location. Neighborhood is really nice and quiet. Steve was very responsive to requests.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great and we loved the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Utsav

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing and extremely comfortable. Steve was very helpful and the property is perfectly located to access pretty much everything.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great Experience and Great Host

The stay was great and Steve was super helpful with any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille

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

San Diego vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed staying here! Great location, clean and perfect for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene A.

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

Perfect location

Easy check-in, real close to the airport and downtown. Great location. Steve was great, easy to work with and very responsive. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

**Donna G.

Great place in a great location!

We had a great stay at this lovely place! Steve was great from check in through check out. He was super helpful in giving us information about the area, his favorite places and how to contact him if we needed anything. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

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

Birthday weekend

Easy access and good walking area.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Great Host and Great Location

Steve was super accommodating and very responsive. Location was a huge plus as well. Right in the middle of everything you want to do and see.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

Great property and great location!

We truly enjoy renting this property. This is our second year here. Steve is a great host. The proximity to the freeway and downtown is exceptional. We look forward to renting again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

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

Lovely Place

The location was perfect for us! Steve was a great host. He was communicative and had wonderful dining recommendations!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

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

Great little spot for a San Diego Break

Very good property overall. Steve was great at communication and his dogs are just awesome too. Glad we got to meet him. Really beautiful little spot and super easy to get around town and to the beaches from.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE W.

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

Nice Quiet Neighborhood

We enjoyed the house. It had everything we needed. The area is residential and quiet but close to anything you need downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree H.

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

Very nice place!

Very clean and nice. Great location. Parking available (for an additional fee) was convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

We Love San Diego!

Great location! We truly enjoyed our stay and will be back! The place was clean and modern. Steve was helpful and a great host! Bonus- the neighbors were kind, friendly and made great suggestions of things to do in the city!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bri S.

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

Fantastic spot

We are always extremely pleased with this property. The location is fantastic and it is always clean and comfortable. We were able to find on street parking nearby each day. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Henry's Place

Loved the TV stand! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

Great property and host!

Really enjoyed our stay at this property. Centrally located to downtown, the beaches, and all the other great parts of San Diego. Steve was a great host. Took care of one minor glitch without a problem. Look forward to renting this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shera B.

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

Perfect Downtown San Diego Property/Location

This was a perfect fit for our family of three to explore San Diego and attend orientation at SDSU for my daughter. Very clean and beds are comfy! Steve is super nice and happy to make recommendations for dining and things to do. Overall a great stay! Thanks Steve!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

AAA

The owner, Steve, had made we feel like home. It is a beautiful and clean place. I will definitely come back and recommend anyone who needs to rent a place in San Diego. This is way better than hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time at Steve’s

We all had a great time staying at Steve’s comfortable house next to Balboa Park. We would come back in a heartbeat. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Best place to stay in San Diego!

Everything was lovely! It was very clean, inviting and comfortable! Steve the host is the best and made sure we had a great stay. The location of this property is supreme and made its easy to see and do everything we wanted. I highly recommend this place. It doesn’t disappoint (even the kids called it living in luxury)!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

Superb

Charming 2 level cottage/granny flat with luxury amenities in the best kept secret in San Diego. Our go-to rental in Cortez Hill.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Great!

Steve's property was beautiful and very clean! The furnishings were very comfortable and the place felt like home. It was very close to everything. Steve was friendly and very helpful. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018