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Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo

Vacation home near Balboa Park in San Diego

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A heated pool
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • 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

Hillcrest stay.A stay at this Hillcrest vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Balboa Park and 2 miles (3 km) of San Diego Zoo. San Diego Natural History Museum and San Diego Museum of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Balboa Park Carousel - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rich's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Baja Betty's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gossip Grill - ‬12 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.

Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo

The enormous infinite edge pool floats above the jungle floor. Perched on a private canyon, this modern house is conveniently located in the heart of Hillcrest, walking distance to restaurants, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo. Private paradise in walking neighborhood! Cinema room with surround sound!

Pool may be heated to 84 degrees for entire stay at a cost of $120 x # of nights (full stay only). Spa heat is included free.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Quiet hours
No parking over or backing into neighbor's driveway

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property Registration Number 641946, STR-02513L

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.3 mi (18-min drive) from Coronado Beach and 8.4 mi (17-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo to downtown San Diego?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from San Diego.

Pool oasis home in central Hillcrest by park/zoo Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arthur E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is absolutely incredible. Will definitely stay here again! Everything was close by: downtown, the Zoo, Trader Joe's and Ralph's. The house itself is just amazing. It's like you're in a tropical forest even though you're next to downtown San Diego. The place looks even better than the pictures. The host was super easy to communicate with and very prompt/responsive. Loved our stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

TK K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay here, the pool and jacuzzis were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful inside and out the landscaping and pool as well as the two hot tubs were absolutely perfect and very relaxing and enjoyable. However, we were not aware how strict the rules were about quiet hours beginning at 9 PM outside. We were a group of 40 year-old women at a conference so we were not crazy and partying and out of control, but it was very clear that the neighbors on either side are not happy about this rental being in their neighborhood. We experienced very rude neighbors multiple times throughout our state and made us very uncomfortable and we ultimately did not spend any time outside after six or 7 PM due to fear of getting screamed at. There also could’ve been a little bit more amenities provided at check-in such as more towels, toilet paper, tissues, etc. but that was pretty minor. I would consider renting this house again, but I was very put off by the neighborhood experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheynee 1.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was exactly as described super easy to contact to get in
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025