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Giraffe House Chula Vista

Family-friendly stay with water park in Chula Vista

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Dining
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, Netflix, Hulu, streaming services
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chula Vista, CA
  • Place, Otay Community Health Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chula Vista

Castle Park stay.Your stay at this Castle Park vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Chula Vista Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. San Diego Bay and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Otay Community Health Center - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Chula Vista Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 14 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 17 min drive - 13.2 miles

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hogetsu Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Loco - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wienerschnitzel - ‬17 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.

Giraffe House Chula Vista

Come spend a few days in our warm and welcoming home. You'll feel right at home here in Chula Vista, California.

Whether you're visiting family or friends, looking for adventure, romantic getaway, or business trip, we are close to some of San Diego’s best shopping, dining, and recreation areas. Downtown San Diego is 15 minutes away and Mexico is just a quick 10-minute drive South.

Remodeled duplex in a quiet and safe neighborhood.

This apartment is a duplex unit and shares a wall with the adjacent unit. The apartment has its own private entrance and backyard.

It offers;
- Air Conditioning and heating
- Two bedrooms (Bedroom #1 with one King or two Twin beds. Bedroom #2 has one Queen bed)
- One bathroom
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Smart TV in each bedroom with large 4K TV in the living room - Netflix and hulu for local broadcast.
- Living room with sofa-bed (full size) and second sofa has three recliners
- Free WiFi
- Private fenced backyard
- Parking for two cars inside the property; plus plenty of street parking
- Access to washer and dryer in the garage

We are close to several major shopping centers; Downtown San Diego/Gas Lamp is 15 minutes away and Mexico is just a quick 10-minute drive.

We are conveniently located within a short driving distance to a wide range of restaurants, local breweries, and popular sites such as;

Public transportation is also within a 5-min walk.

* Downtown San Diego/Gas Lamp (15 minutes away)
* San Diego International Airport
* Mexico is just a quick 10-minute drive
* Chula Vista Marina
* Sea World’s Aquatica Water Park
* Chula Vista’s Amphitheatre and
* Living Coast Discovery Park

You have full access to all areas of the apartment, as well as the front and back yards.
You are welcome to use anything that is in the house.

We give our guests space by using a self-check in process; however, I can meet you in person and show you around if you prefer. I will provide the code to the lock-box two days before your arrival.

Our property is located in the old part of Chula Vista; however, the neighborhood is safe and clean. We are close to shopping, restaurants, and freeways.

Public transportation is also within a 5-min walk.
- Quiet hours are 10:00 pm

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 STR24-0095

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Giraffe House Chula Vista to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.5 mi (33-min drive) away from the Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Giraffe House Chula Vista to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.1 mi (17-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 6.2 mi (10-min drive) from Imperial Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Giraffe House Chula Vista?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Giraffe House Chula Vista?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Giraffe House Chula Vista?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Giraffe House Chula Vista have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Giraffe House Chula Vista to downtown Chula Vista?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Chula Vista.

Giraffe House Chula Vista Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy, the host were very nice and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, supper cute and clean, location is a little tough if you're looking for it in the dark as it's behind another house, but didn't cause too many issues. We had our dog with us and it was great for him too! The back yard is well contained and I didn't need to worry at all. Beds were comfy and so we're the sofas. Kitchen was well equipped. Check in and check out were super easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenke S.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fred J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming property that meant all of our needs. Especially traveling with pets. The host were available and quickly attentive to any issues that arose. We appreciate them hosting us. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jorge m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, quiet neighborhood!

The property is "half-of-a-duplex" in a very quiet neighborhood. It has a 2-car parking in an inner lot accessed by a wide driveway. Additonal parking is available in the main street. I rented the place for a niece and 2 nephews, but it can accommodate up to six people (two bedrooms, plus two sofa beds). My guests were always well rested in the morning!The hosts/owners were easy to communicate with, answers promptly, and were very accommodating! My niece and nephews loved the place, and we will definitely try to get it again in future needs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean Home

Very clean home. Easy access to daily necessities. Everything we needed was provided. Good communication with the Hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy with our 3yr old

Stayed here with our 3 year old, who loved eating outside and running around the fenced backyard. It’s a 15 minute walk from a great playground as well.The property was as described: clean, quiet, safe. Maricarmen was also a great host: clear, timely communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

THE BEST property for my family and dogs!

Maricarmen was an amazing host and right next door if any issues arose! Her property was ready for pets with a covered couch and a fenced in yard. We are military moving to a new location and had just moved out of our most recent home and she was there to help our transition with a fully equipped home. Plenty of parking space for our 2 big Toyotas! Overall, GREAT stay and it was exactly what we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

minhi k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Giraffe house

all the comfort of home but we missed the lack of cable network for watching live football and hockey.. Very nice interior theme with giraffe cuteness throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

This stay was just what we needed and more! Everything was perfect. Both the front yard and back yard spaces were lovely. The kitchen is awesome and the house was clean and the Hostess was very kind! Thank you Maricarmen for being so accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

We were very pleased with our stay here. The house was very well equipped and clean. The kitchen had everything you could possibly want and Maricarmen also provided the little extras in the bathroom that you may have forgotten to pack. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of pillows which was nice because we both use more than one pillow at night. The living room furniture had a reclining sofa which we really appreciated since that's what we are used to in our own home. We didn't bring a pet, but pets are welcome and she even provided food and water dished for your pet. I would definitely recommend this home for you next trip to the San Diego area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing space in a great location!

Very spacious and a great layout with a fantastic private yard! Wish we had more time to hang out at the house and take advantage of the full kitchen! Will definitely plan to book here again next time we are in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded, and lovely home. Had everything we needed for a memorable trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peyton B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Giraffe House Meets all Your Needs

Maricarmen's Giraffe House has everything a small party might need to visit the San Diego area. Maricarmen was an excellent hostess. She arrived when needed but was unobtrusive and always helpful. The property is secluded off the main road with two good sized bedrooms (large closets), a living room and an exceptional kitchen. The back and front yards have been obviously curated with plants and vegetation. Both front and back outside areas are restful and private. Perfect for relaxing. There is only a single bathroom that is nice and fully functional but could be an issue for bathroom intensive parties. However, the hot water never, ever, ran out and we were a party of three showering every day. Honestly, looking at the picture of the Giraffe House makes me miss it already.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Giraffe House

Enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped. We had everything we needed. The host was very good to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B., Girard, KS

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The accommodations are absolutely perfect and affordable. We did not do any cooking to speak of but the cabinets were well stocked with spices, coffee, dishes, pans etc. Actually anything you would need to prepare meals. More than plenty paper goods which is rare these days. Usually you get 1 roll of toilet paper and 1 roll of paper towels and maybe a couple trash bags. They went over and above on supplying these items which they deserve an A+ rating for. The neighborhood is very easy to navigate but also close to the sights that we were seeking to take in. We had a wonderful vacation and I attribute part of that to the outstanding accommodations. We would like to make another trip to San Diego and if we do this will be the unit I will try to rent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J., Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness

5 Star Giraffe Home

Our stay was very comfortable and perfect for our new year stay. Giraffe theme was very tastefully done. Additional features e.g. toothpaste, cotton buds, cooking oils and spices added to the thoughfulness of the host. Breakfast in the back gatden was lovely. Didn't get ttime to use the front shared seating area apart from taking photographs. Safe neighbourhood with many homes decorated for Christmas which gave it a festive feel. Shops in walking distance, plus buses and trains to get to and from San Diego Bay. Visited friendly local Baptist Church. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

G8 stay

Nice place very pretty best pillows evere
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helio and Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Clean, quiet, everything you need is there. Very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little place.

Cute little property. Super clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

This is the second time we have stayed here. It is so relaxing. The pergola is a plus. Clean, tidy, and feels like home. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING!

Pictures don’t do this place justice! It was such a cute 2 bedroom. This place with fully stocked with kitchen supplies, spices, toiletries… full size shampoo and conditioner… extra toothbrushes… everything! There was coffee & tee available to make. The beds were so very comfortable! And the couches were so comfortable, so many nights where one of us fell asleep on the couch! TVs in all the rooms, plenty of parking and a washer and dryer WITH DETERGENT! Also cleaning supplies and extra supplies If needed in their garage. The backyard was cute as well as the front. I know people mentioned the neighborhood looking sketchy but NEVER once did we feel scared. It was actually super quiet!! It was just us two moms with our two 9 year old baseball boys. We met the neighbors: next door, in front and one on the side with the pool (we stayed for 7 nights). If you rent a Tesla there is a super charger station very close and a lot of restaurants near by! We also met and were in constant communication with MariCarmen our host. She was also so very very sweet and open with communication. We asked for an ice-chest and she had one available in less then 30 mins. I cannot stress enough how wonderfully our stay was. We travel a lot and this was by far my favorite little place. I hope to come back to visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleased with our choice to stay at the Giraffe House

Our stay at the Giraffe House was a very enjoyable one. The home is beautifully decorated and furnished quite well. We were very impressed by our host and her home, and we do intend to stay there again if we’re ever in the San Diego area. We are a family of four and this was a perfect fit for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023