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70 steps to surf! A+ location! A+ Patio! A+ parking!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, SeaWorld
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

70 steps to surf! A+ location! A+ Patio! A+ parking!

This surfside cottage is a family favorite! We are located at 726 Dover Court in South Mission Beach, with one amazing parking space and an outdoor courtyard that will be your favorite place to rest and relax after a day in the sun! The unit sits on the ground-level of a two-unit building, with a spacious courtyard patio that is private to the cottage. The patio is about 15 x 20 feet in size and is an outdoor space you will not find easily elsewhere for this value! Enjoy grilling and dining while just steps away from the deep blue sea, the boardwalk, sandy beach, and surf! Play in the ocean right in front of lifeguard tower #12, located straight from the sidewalk leading you to the beach. Just four doors from the shore, it will take you only 70 steps to get to the boardwalk, sand, and surf! We love that all of the adventures and activities are so close, yet perfectly distanced so you can still find quiet respite at the home when desired. Take a short stroll a few blocks North and you will find fun for all ages at Belmont Park. The famous Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, arcade, minigolf, shopping, dining, and more can be found right here on the boardwalk! Beautiful fitness center and indoor Plunge pool welcomes all ages for fun out of the sun. Small grocery markets and eateries are all conveniently located within walking distance from the home. There are many nearby rental shops offering bicycle, kayak, surfboard, sailboat rentals and much more! Keep your vehicle parked and explore the area by foot, bicycle, or blades! We would love to have you visit us! We have lots of returning guests come back year after year to their favorite beach spot, and we hope you will too!

Interior:
This bright and sunny cottage-style unit is perfect for a single family with kids or two couples. Sleeps up to 6 guests in beds, or 8 guests using sofa bed. The home is very welcoming and open, with all rooms connecting in a large circle. Enter the home from the front door and you will be in the kitchen that overlooks the living area and the courtyard patio. From the living room you will pass the bunk bed caves (TWO TWIN BUNKS which are open to the hallway and living area with their own TVs) and to Bathroom 2 and then Bedroom 2 (KING BED). You will then find Bedroom 1 (KING BED) which has the ability to close a door to this hallway, creating a main suite that attaches to Bathroom 1. Bathroom 1 has two entry doors, one leading to Bedroom 1 and the other leading to the front door and kitchen. There is a private stackable washer & dryer in Bathroom 1, allowing for convenience and light packing! Updated vinyl plank flooring can be seen throughout the home, along with fresh beachy decor. Full kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, pantry, and plenty kitchen appliances. Lots of windows give this beach house character and a bright beach cottage feel. Work from here with fast WiFi and plenty of space to sit at the breakfast bar or outside on the patio.

Additional Information:
PLEASE no pets! While we love our furry family, we have a strict no pet-policy in order to keep our homes clean and allergy-free for all guests!
PLEASE no parties! We are a very family-friendly property and will not tolerate partying or noise complaints of any kind. Many residents live here year-round, so please be a good neighbor!
Enjoy the selection of beach/sand toys and boogie boards available at the property.
Additional guest laundry room with two washers and two dryers are available for use as well.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mission Beach. You'll find features like a gym and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the beach
  • Steps from Mission Beach and 10 minutes by foot from Belmont Park
This vacation home offers its guests a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Gym
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out time is 10 AM
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Noise curfew 10 PM as builidngs are so close at the beach and we do our best to be GOOD Neighbors ALWAYS! NO smoking anything any where on site!

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 518567, STR-04954L

Property is also known as

Surf Side Cottage! 70 Steps to Sand!
Surf Side Cottage! 70 steps to sand! Kid Friendly!
Beach Cottage With Patio! 70 Steps to Surf! Kid Friendly!

70 steps to surf! A+ location! A+ Patio! A+ parking! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 238 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas I.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day Weekend 2025

Very pleased, quiet area, close to beach and other attractions was the biggest plus.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation weekend.

The home was perfect for our family while we were attending SDSU graduation. We were able to come back after ceremonies and relax in the yard area with the fire pit. Communication with Sharon was excellent. We look forward to staying again when our next SDSU Graduates in 2027!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family of 7!

The accommodations were perfect for our family. The proximity to the beach, spaciousness of the home, and wonderful backyard made for an amazing vacation. Our 6-year old grandson said, "I'm going to miss this place the most!" over the Zoo and Sea World (especially his bunkbed with his own tv!). Thank you for sharing with us - we certainly hope to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barrett p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing communication!

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiley H.

Beach getaway

We loved this property, it’s exactly as advertised! It’s in the perfect location just steps away from the beach and the outdoor space is really enjoyable. The only reason we gave 4 stars instead of 5 is due to the cleanliness of the floors. We had a crawling age kiddo and the floors turned his legs and feet black, as well as ours from walking on it. The floor felt grimy to walk on. Aside from that, it was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista W.

Liked: Cleanliness

spring break trip

We had a great stay! Location was amazing! The home is as described and seen in the photos. We loved the patio in the morning for coffee and again at night with the bonfire. We would definitely stay again if we return to San Diego.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron and Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Diego

We loved the place. Super convenient to everything we wanted to do. Clean. Nice touches like the firepit on the patio. Beach toys if it had been beach weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We had a great stay! Location, location, location! And the outdoor patio was awesome! It was the biggest and prettiest patio on the block! The house was very comfortable and exactly as advertised! We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very enjoyable stay

Had a great time staying in Mission Beach. Property was very close to the ocean. Enjoyed walking the beach and boardwalk. Property was great. Very family friendly. Owner was very responsive! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, Cute, Very close to the beach

I love this little beach house. We have stayed there the last 2 summers for a week. It steps away from the beach and close to Belmont Park. I love that the family could come and go as we pleased because it was so close to things- sometimes doing things together and sometimes apart. We had a fun and relaxing time. I was hoping to book again this summer but it looks to be blocked with grey. Maybe next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to boardwalk and resturants

Location could not be better. Nice outside patio to relax after the day at the beach or bay. Walking distance to many places.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

family vacation

We loved this place! Location was wonderful! House was clean and well represented in the photos. Communication with the owner was easy and fast. Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ya G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay.

The property is great. Location is great. The best thing is Sharon, the host, is always very responsive whenever we have any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location & cozy and beautiful home!

My parents, husband, and I loved our stay during our 3-day vacation in San Diego- the location was excellent and steps away from the beach. You can hear the waves sitting in their beautiful patio and it's very calming. There are a few amazing local stores, cafes, and restaurants around within walking distance which is convenient! We luckily got to meet our host Sharon when we checked in. She promptly responded to our questions and made sure everything was in place at our rental. The rental place is compact and had minor wear and tear but it wasn't a deal breaker for us because it was homely and worked for us. Highly recommend them!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katrina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacay

Cleaners come early while you are packing up. Owner visited. Perfect location and outdoor space was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location Perfection

This beach house is really in the middle of it all, yet it has a quiet, laid back vibe. It’s just steps to the beach and a very short walk to Belmont Park, They thought of everything and had beach chairs, towels, boogie boards, and sand toys to use during the stay. The washer/dryer combo was incredibly convenient for wet swimsuits. The whole stay was a wonderful way to begin our summer break. We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bestfriends trip

We had a great time gathering on the patio with a fireplace that warmed our hearts and our bodies. The property manager was so nice. The place was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked for all our cooking needs. A short walk to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Shreveport,

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for beach and city in San Diego

We stayed here for four nights in May 2024 and were very very pleased with the location, amenities, accessibility, and comfort of this beach house. It is a very short walk to the Mission Beach (we didn't even wear shoes some of the time) and a close walk to a market, a few restaurants, and Mission Bay. It is close to highway 8 so getting to other San Diego spots like the zoo and Balboa Park is quick. We had a minivan and it fit well in the spot provided. PLENTY of beach toys, boogie boards, chairs, and towels are provided. Sharon was so friendly, helpful and welcoming. My kids loved the bunk beds. Some areas of the house are showing some normal wear and tear, but nothing more than expected and all the appliances worked great. Linens, paper goods, and kitchen supplies were provided. It was very comfortable for our family of five, and again, the location is hard to beat. Book it, you won't regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location

Loved the proximity to the beach. There are a couple of markets within a couple of blocks and a great little coffee stand. Only complaint was that the sheets on the top bunk were not clean, they were covered in sand and crumbs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay for a family of 5!

I can’t say enough good things about this place. The sounds of the ocean echo through the living space and when you open your doors, The ocean waves remind you how close you are to Paradise. The decor is very cute and gives off vacay vibes. The beds are comfortable, the appliances Fit all the needs, and the outside area is such a wonderful place to chill. When I had an issue, turning on the fire pit, the owners came right away to show me how to operate it The location is really. Very close to Belmont Park, where there are plenty of places to entertain families. Also super close to some cute coffee, shops, and storefront restaurants that serve for great meals in a pinch. I would definitely stay in this location again And really loved every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and location

Stayed here for 4 days. We loved the location and the house. Kids had a great time playing the the backyard and being within a short walk to the beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024