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South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil

Vacation home near Balboa Park in San Diego

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Beach
TV, offices
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81141 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Balboa Park Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

North Park stay.Your stay at this North Park vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. San Diego City College and San Diego Natural History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Balboa Park Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Desert Garden - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Balboa Naval Medical Center - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • 32nd - Commercial Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bock - A Neighborhood Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Harland South Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Intazza Coffee Mug & Grub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Stop Bar - ‬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.

South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil

Summary:

★ "Great house and great neighborhood to walk. Short walk to restaurants and stores!" ★



☞ Centrally located in charming South Park

☞ Fully-equipped kitchen

☞ Washer/dryer

☞ Free parking on premises

☞ TV and Wi-Fi

☞ Backyard area to enjoy the sunshine



The Space:

Sleeps 8: King bed, two Queen beds, & a Queen-sized air mattress/couch



Other amenities:

→ Dedicated workspace

→ Air conditioning

→ Exercise equipment

→ Self check-in with keypad



Unwind in tranquility at this centrally located haven. As you arrive, breathtaking eastern mountain views greet you. Nestled in the charming South Park neighborhood, you're steps away from delightful shops, cafes, and restaurants. The famed San Diego beaches beckon, just a short 15-20 minute drive away. Inside, a plush couch invites relaxation, stylish bedrooms promise comfort, and an outdoor sitting area basks in the California sunshine.



★ "We had a really peaceful and safe time in this lovely home with a beautiful canyon view!" ★



Attractions:

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✩ South Park Shops, Cafes, & Restaurants (Walkable!)

✩ Balboa Park (approx. 2.7 miles, 9 mins)

✩ San Diego Zoo (approx. 2.7 miles, 9 mins)

✩ Fleet Science Center (approx. 4.4 miles, 12 mins)

✩ Gaslamp Quarter (approx. 3.2 miles, 10 mins)

✩ USS Midway Museum (approx. 4.0 miles, 13 mins)

✩ Coronado Beach (approx. 7.0 miles, 18 mins)

✩ Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (approx. 6.7 miles, 13 mins)

✩ SeaWorld San Diego (approx. 10.3 miles, 16 mins)

✩ La Jolla Cove (approx. 14.0 miles, 25 mins)



San Diego's biggest draw for locals and visitors alike are the beautiful beaches. During the summer and autumn months, the surf is relatively gentle, with warm waters in the 70s. Swimmers, snorkelers, scuba divers, kayakers and surfers can enjoy the golden sands of La Jolla Shores, the Cove and Windansea. And be sure to keep an eye out for migrating whales off the coast as they travel to and from Baja California.



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Guest Access:

Guests have access to the entire house and backyard area, just not the locked garage.



The Neighborhood:

South Park is a charming residential area with popular neighborhood restaurants that range from innovative vegan food to upmarket Italian eats. Tree-lined Fern and 30th streets, the main thoroughfares, are also home to indie boutiques and cafes, while nearby Grape Street Dog Park has views over the downtown skyline.



Getting Around:

South Park is a very walkable neighborhood but a car is the best way to get around San Diego. Uber / Lyfts are readily available if you aren't bringing your own car!



Other Things to Note:

For your safety, there is a ring doorbell camera and a camera for the backyard and driveway.



Pets are welcome with prior approval and additional $125 pet fee.

**No pets without prior written approval. If you're bringing a pet, you must follow airbnb's pet rules: dispose of all pet waste properly, never leave pet unattended in the home or backyard, and keep dogs leashed when walking them outside of the home.



Please Note: We have a minimum age requirement of 25 years old for all primary renters.



San Diego now requires all guests to sign a Good Neighbor Policy document prior to staying. We do enforce their policy so it must be signed in order to receive checkin info, but we will make it super easy for you to initial and sign :) It can all be done online.



STRO LICENSE NUMBER: STR-02871L



Interaction with Guests:

Although we provide self-check in for a completely contactless experience, we are available to help answer any questions prior to and during your stay! For the fastest response - pls message us through the Airbnb / VRBO app.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,141 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
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
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
LEAVE SHEETS on beds and pile towels together on the floor PUT BACK extra beds, furniture you have moved or lights you have unplugged * TURN OFF coffee maker, A/C, heaters, lights, and TV
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

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Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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 first aid kit
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 first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 638630, STR-02871L

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.3 mi (19-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.9 mi (26-min drive) from Mission Beach and 7.4 mi (21-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from San Diego.

South Park | Mountain Views | Central | Tranquil Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Antonio B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall we enjoyed our stayed and found the house to be in a great location. The only reason we are giving 4 stars instead of 5 is due to the comfort of the beds. We found the beds to be very uncomfortable and the bed frame of the king bed very noisy.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an enjoyable week at the house. it was comfortable and in a very quiet neighborhood. The neighborhood was very walkable and close to all the major San Diego attractions. A couple of improvements would make this property a 5-star: The king-size bed needs a new firmer mattress and maybe a new frame that doesn't creak. The master bath needs some oil on the hinges so it doesn't squeak during night visits. Also, we couldn't figure out how to disable the auto-on light for night visits. in the kitchen, we also couldn't figure out how to increase the brightness on the oven controls. it is hard to set the oven temperature. Other then these items, great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

jeff h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Solid

Here for graduation. Space was good 3 bedrooms two baths but one bedroom is converted garage space so configuration is a bit awkward as you can access one bedroom from outside or through another bedroom. Also laundry located outside the house.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location!

Central to everything we wanted to do: every time we mapped a route it was a 15-minute drive. Fantastic view over a small canyon made the back patio feel private. Slightly awkward access to 3rd bedroom. Could use more silverware. No sign or smell of previous pet guests. Ample parking on a quiet street, which was good as we had an F150 4-door. Driveway on the small side. If Balboa Park's attractions are on your to-do list, this is the house for you.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryLynn T., Evergreen

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay in South Park

We loved everything about this South Park home. Beautifully decorated, great location and lovely views. We would love to visit again. Thank you so much for making our daughter’s law school commencement so memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location & view!

We had a great stay at this property. Great location in a quiet neighborhood. Easy walk to South Park restaurants. Beautiful view off back deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding

Here for a wedding. Neighborhood suggested by the groom who lives in the area. Quaint, cute neighborhood. Easy access to the surrounding area. House was close to other family members. Appeared to not have been completely made ready for the season. Back deck had alot of debree that needed to be swept up. Cushions on furniture were wet. Rug on deck in ill repair and some of the out door lights did not work. Kitchen sink handle was broken and had fallen off and the sprayer leaked as well.Main bath had double sinks but one of the sinks didn't seem to have hot water. Toilet handle broke and taped and shower control in main bath needs repair.When getting ready for the event we were to attend a fuse had blown and we had to reach out to report the issue. The problem had been resolved by the time we returned. Cute and comfortable place, just could have used a bit more TLC. Did have a bit of an issue getting the information for access to the residence. I was told that my ID was not on file and could not get information until I sent a picture of myself along with my ID.Thought that was a bit odd. Overall nice stay in California. staying in the area.members.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great South Park Location

This house has an amazing walkable location while still being very quiet and peaceful. We loved the back patio overlooking the canyon. Overall a very nice house but a major con were the king and queen beds. They were ridiculously creaky - like loud screeching sounds every time you get in, out, or move around in bed. Given the price and quality of rest of the property, they need to replace these beds ASAP!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Pretty house great for my family
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas in San Diego

This property is located only a mile from our middle daughter and son in law's home in South Park. Our other reason for choosing this property was that it has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to accommodate us and our son and younger daughter. The home is in a beautiful quiet neighborhood with a gorgeous view of the sunrise in the morning if you are an early riser. The 3rd bedroom and 2nd bath are located in back of the 2nd bedroom and there is a fairly big step down so maybe not ideal for people with young children or older folks. The big kitchen was great for our family because we always make Christmas cookies to decorate as well as other family favorites. The back deck is beautiful with a view of the canyon and would be perfect in warm weather. We took some nice walks with our dog and there is a cute little area with restaurants and shops in walking distance. I love beach type of decorating so that was perfect. We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandesh B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy place in south park

It was great place to spend time with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and nicely furnished. It had just the right amount of space for the 8 of us, never felt crowded. The patio is very nice, we very much enjoyed our morning coffee out there. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Favorite Rental!

Beautiful location and house. Walkable with kids to restaurants, bookstore, shopping. Super clean and well-cared for.One bedroom can only be accessed through another bedroom or the patio entrance and there’s a step down to the second bathroom. Also, there wasn’t a room with twin beds like in the listing — king sized room and two queen bedrooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Quiet Neighborhood

This property was really nice. Centrally located in San Diego with easy access to freeways and stores. The neighborhood was very quiet and peaceful and the view from the balcony was lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable

We enjoyed our stay. It was clean, quiet, relaxing, and conveniently located.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcy V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute house in great neighborhood

We planned a short trip to San Diego, and the kennel we usually use for our 2 dogs was completely full. Luckily we found this house listed, and lo and behold it was pet friendly! It is in a great neighborhood, and we enjoyed walking around the area looking at houses. There was great communication from the property manager and easy check in and out. We cooked dinners and ate out on the back deck, which has a wonderful view. The neighborhood is quiet and the airport noise is minimal. I would definitely come back to this house for our next San Diego visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Saratoga Springs, UT

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time in SD

We had a great time in San Diego!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

We met our family and had a great visit. The location was central enough for us to do everything- deep sea fishing, mall shopping, the zoo and sea world. We even brought our own electric scooters and road to some close breweries in the neighborhood. The house was big enough for us to hang out and relax after long days. We all slept great and were very comfortable. I wish the outdoor patio furniture was a little more comfortable, it’s a wonderful area but not for a long period.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great location. Everything was clean and comfy. The master is down a couple deep steps so keep that in mind if you have mobility issues. But everything else was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari-Elena B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect place to explore San Diego!

My family stayed for 5 nights and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The home had every amenity we needed and was clean and comfortable. The deck out back offers beautiful views of the city and it's a peaceful quiet neighborhood. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness

South Park Gem

My family (5 adults) spent five wonderful nights in this beautiful South Park San Diego home. Everything is super clean with 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 beautiful bathrooms. We especially loved relaxing on the sun-filled back patio overlooking the gorge. The management team was incredibly responsive. One morning the coffee maker failed to work and they made a point to deliver us a brand new one by the end of the day! The location can't be beat. We enjoyed the quick walk to south park restaurants and shops - especially Secret Sister for delicious breakfast sandwiches and pastries, breakfast at Cafe Madeleine and the best ice cream at Mutual Friend Ice Cream. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amalia E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Area

The rental is located within a 2 min walk from a nice downtown area with cafes, restaurants, and bars.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We loved the character of this home. It still has some of the original mid century charm. The 3 bedrooms worked great, as the teenager liked his kind of secluded space the back. The view is amazing, as is the patio. We definitely hung out there when we could. We had a few friends come over, and they were definitely jealous of our place over the one that they had rented. The cleaning staff needs to do a better about cleaning the out of sight places like under the couch and beds. But, everything else was clean. We had a bit of an issue with the electricity. We plugged something in and the lights went off in the front of the house. Rich was pretty quick about getting back to us, and sent out an electrician. There was an outlet with wiring issues. It was fixed, and there were no more problems with the rest of the stay. We kind of chalked it up to part of the character and age of the house. The neighborhood is fantastic! Very cute, and nice to walk around. Also we were able to walk to some great restaurants. Breakfast at Matteo was fantastic. Carbon BBQ was really good as well. We walked around and checked out the small and eclectic shops. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiavash A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot to stay

great spot to stay with very nice outside patio area, middle bedroom was kinda small and felt like more of a hallway since it led to the master in the back but besides that no complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house and community. It was exactly what we needed. Low key, safe, and relaxing. We were able to take a walk down to the shops and restaurants located nearby and visit a few friends that lived within a mile of this location. The property managers were also very attentive and very sweet. Great find.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022