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Casa Mariposa |3BR Charming Old Town Home +Hot Tub

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Heritage Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Whaley House Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Casa Mariposa |3BR Charming Old Town Home +Hot Tub

HIGHLIGHTS
• Historic Renovated San Diego Cottage
• Prime location in Old Town San Diego
• 3 off-street parking spaces
• Outdoor courtyard with hot-tub
• Outdoor fireplace and dining patio
• Walk to dozens of restaurants and shops

SUITABILITY
• 2 steps up to a single-level floor plan
• No smoking
• Pets OK!
• All guests ages 25+ unless family groups
• Equipped with decibel meters - No parties
• Back yard curfew is 10:00 PM

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS
• Bedroom 1 – Cal King bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 3 – Twin over Full Bunk + Single (sleeps 4)
• Living Room – Sofa Sleeper Queen (sleeps 2)

Casa de Mariposa is a wonderful historic landmark home in the heart of Old Town San Diego. This lovely Spanish-style property features plenty of charm and interesting details while providing guests the perfect location to stay while exploring all that San Diego has to offer.

A gated landscaped courtyard greets you and leads to a solid wood door in an arched entryway. Step up to the light-filled living room with conversational seating and accented with hardwood floors and arched ceilings (indoor fireplace in pictures is not for guest use). Streaming TV and Cable is located inside the antique armoire.

Adjacent to the living room is the dining room, complete with seating for up to 8 (with leaf) and views to the outdoors and conveniently next to the kitchen. The fully equipped kitchen makes whipping up your favorite meals a breeze. There is a breakfast nook with seating for 6, and a door leading directly to the outdoor courtyard dining and entertaining.

The fully walled and gated courtyard makes the perfect place for relaxing and enjoying San Diego’s world-famous climate. You and your guests will enjoy this well-designed and welcoming outdoor space complete with mature shade trees, Saltillo tiles, a walk-up bar with stools, a chiminea-style fireplace, and a group outdoor dining table under an open-beamed covered patio. Mature tropical trees and splashes of colorful Mexican tiles complete the space and add to the feel of this special retreat. After a full day of sightseeing and activities, there is nothing like sipping a cold drink and soaking in the bubbling hot tub while sharing stories of the day’s adventures.

There are 3 sleeping rooms, each fitted with hotel-style linens and comfortable beds. The primary suite features a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a jetted tub and shower. French doors open to the interior courtyard and bring light into the space. Bedroom 2 features a queen bed and bedroom 3 comes with a twin over full bunk and a single bed that can sleep up to 4 with children. Each room is equipped with Streaming TV's and Cable services in the Master Bedroom.

Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, ready-made beds, one towel set and beach towel per guest, and a starter kit of all soaps and paper goods.

This home is a designated historic landmark and has been lovingly restored to offer all the modern amenities expected by our guests, but still maintains the charm and old-world touches that make this home something really something special.

Message the Bluewater Vacation Homes team for help finding the perfect home for your group or for assistance planning your vacation to San Diego. Once you arrive, our guest services team is available 24/7 to ensure you have an exceptional experience.

LOCATION
Casa de Mariposa is situated in San Diego’s most popular destination, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Founded in 1769, Old Town was California's first settlement and is the historic heart of San Diego. Known for authentic Mexican Cuisine, Old Town boasts over 30 restaurants, sure to please even the choosiest eater. Dotted with 32 historic sites, attractions, live entertainment, 75 places to shop and the Junipero Serra Museum, Old Town is a must-see for any visitor and those lucky enough to stay at Casa de Mariposa get to live right in the middle of it!

NEARBY SAN DIEGO ATTRACTIONS
• Balboa Park and Museums: 3.4 miles
• Belmont Park: 5 miles
• Gaslamp/Downtown San Diego: 4.5 miles
• La Jolla Cove: 10.5 miles
• Mount Soledad Veterans Memorial: 10 miles
• Old Town State Historic Park: Walk
• San Diego International Airport 3.5 miles
• San Diego Zoo: 5.5 miles
• SeaWorld San Diego: 3 miles
• Seaport Village: 4 miles
• Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve: 15 miles
• USS Midway / Seaport Village: 4.5 miles

THINGS OF NOTE
The indoor fireplace is not for guest use. Yard is not enclosed, pets must be walked offsite.

The City of San Diego's Short-Term Rental Ordinance is strictly enforced. Parties and/or noise disturbances will result in a minimum $1,000 fine and eviction with no refunds.

Guests must sign a separate e-sign agreement with important terms and conditions and ID and credit card verification is required to complete the booking process.

Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM. To properly clean, sanitize and maintain the home, we are unable to accommodate early check-ins or check-outs if another guest is arriving or departing that day.

Furnishings and amenities are subject to change. No refunds are given for any reason unless the home is uninhabitable. Guest ages and plans for use of the home must be approved, and reservations may be declined or canceled at management’s discretion.

• License number: STR-03633L TOT Certificate: 639411
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
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 Old Town San Diego State Park. Features include a hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 9 minutes by foot from Old Town San Diego State Park and a 3-minute drive from Mission Bay
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Unit size: 1,591 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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 625521, STR-03633L
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

3753847

Casa Mariposa |3BR Charming Old Town Home +Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, as advertised. Wonderful space and location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janett M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect, we all enjoyed our stay. Our Son-in-law famous Chef well renowned and family from Tennessee enjoyed all the foods from many restaurants around the area. Thank you Lulu! Beautiful home!Janett & Javier Murrieta
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Angela Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was charming and a great location. Very quiet at night. The hot tub was a big plus. Would stay there again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was the best for our daughter’s Grandparents weekend at USD. Also, the location is perfect to walk around Old Town and get dinner seeing the parking is a nightmare usually. The house is beautiful and old with original detail. It was very clean and the Bluewater Vacation Homes was easy to communicate with. Beds were cozy and comfortable. I used the concierge service to have groceries delivered before we arrived which was such an easy process! I definitely recommend using Elite Concierge!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

September D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Six long-time girlfriends spent five nights in this charming home. We loved all the indoor and outdoor spaces. The Host provided everything we needed and check-in and check-out was a breeze. The home is so walkable to Old Town and a short walk to the Trolley Station. Many great shops and restaurants within walking distance. Short Uber rides took us everywhere we needed to go. We were very happy with our stay, and the Host is very responsive to questions. 10 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Inconvenient

The house was lovely. Getting in and out was inconvenient because of where the locks were.The master bath while lovely to look at was a small layout, had no counter space. The bed sheets were to big for bed, which made it uncomfortable.There was no coffee or water for guests. The filtered water was very slow to come out.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann R S K., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home for a family

My son and his wife, our daughter and her husband, and our two granddaughters all stayed with us and we had a wonderful time. We could walk to great Mexican and Italian restaurants in Old Town and our little granddaughters loved the Old Town trinket shops and the bunk beds in the house. Everyone liked the hot tub and the beautifully maintained historic adobe house with its big windows and elegant furnishings. The Bluewater rental team is so kind and they were so responsive to us any time we called. We were happy with everyone at Bluewater--and we loved the bright, beautifully decorated house that felt just like home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay-Feb 2025

My family stayed at this property for a week. We had a great time! The home is nice and cozy and the location is terrific. SD old-town is a block away and where there are many fine restaurants and shops. Many of SD popular tourist places including the downtown district are just a short drive away as well. The home is well kept and the host company is very accessible and responsive. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a nice place to stay in SD.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Historic Old Town Rental

This lovely historic property is conveniently located within walking distance of San Diego’s Old Town. I was very impressed with the beautiful and mature landscape plantings. The management company made everything convenient and was responsive to our needs. If you don’t have a car, you are just steps away from the San Diego Tour Bus Trolley which can take you to 11 points of interest in the city. We were pleased how nicely the home was laid out so each bedroom was private from the others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property, Great location!

Great property walking distance from the heart of old town and the light rail to downtown. House it super cute and unique to the old town vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Five Stars

Beautiful home very close to Old Town. Historical home that is bright, clean and comfortable with all you need to enjoy family time. Fully stocked kitchen (for utensils), bring what you need for cooking (seasonings, etc). With 7 people, did not feel crowded and back patio is wonderful to sit and relax. Well worth the price for comfort and cleanliness. Good communication with property management.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Location

We stayed for six nights and had a wonderful time. Property is across the street from Old Town and a five minute walk to the light rail and Amtrak stop, making it very convenient. We had six people in our group and had plenty of room. Could have had eight comfortably. The property was clean, charming and roomy. liewatwr was a pleasure to deal with and kept us informed of everything we needed to know we will assuredly stay here again. We
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Town Charmer

Our family had a great stay at your charming historical home in the heart of Old Town. The house was clean, beds were comfortable and the private backyard with hot tub was amazing! Loved how we could walk to many shops and restaurants and the ease of getting anywhere in San Diego with the convenient freeway access.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location & Property, expected fewer problems for $$$$ spent

The location of this historic property makes it easy to get to Old Town or access the transit system. The walk to the house from the transit center is easy. When we checked into the house we found no sheets on the sofa bed in the living room. As it was late at night we weren't able to get sheets until the next day, so our we had to make due with a duvet cover, blanket, and duvet. The bed itself is a horrible sofa bed mattress, so don't expect a night of sound sleep. The kitchen is sparsely stocked. Other vacation rentals usually have the basics of foil, cooking spray, etc. There are plenty of utensils, basic pots and cooking sheets, and pans. There was no dishwasher detergent to be found, so we also had to call on that. The bedrooms throughout the house all had comfortable beds and linens. The en-suite's bathroom tub/shower is a step down tub, and could be inaccessible to some people. It took one very large step to get in and out of the tub/shower. That should be mentioned in the property description. The keyed entry is on the side of the house, which requires opening a electronic gate via a key pad near the front door. On the way out you have to use a garage style gate opener to open the gate and exit out to the street. No easy front door access. The backyard is lovely. Communication with the staff is easy and responses are quick via email & text For the amount of money we spent each night, the issues we faced left me feeling disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tia d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This place is so cute, very comfortable. The patio was great and the hot tub. Everything was clean except the master bathroom had hair in the tub and on the floor. They also equipped with towels,spa towels, toilet paper, soap, hand soap which was amazing for our long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koky J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome family vacation stay

Great location, beautiful home, easy to communicate with management. Two things to note, the garage gate keypad was a little difficult to find, and the driveway is pretty narrow, but there is a spot to park outside the gate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi khaft H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay for Ladies Weekend!

Property was great! Very easy check in and communication with agent, house was clean and everything was in working order, including the hot tub! Beds were all comfortable and everyone slept great. Location is perfect for Old Town - one block down is the main street so everything is in walking distance, and you are about 15 minutes from The Gaslamp District, airport, and Marine Training Center. Would definitely stay again! This is a registered historic home with original items like tiles, fixtures and locks. Lots of character and it was great for us ladies! If you are looking for a modern, sleek, brand new type of home this would not be for you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Town San Diego stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the property. Quaint historical home with excellent upkeep. Enjoyed relaxing in the quiet backyard with hot tub. Just a short walking distance to Old Town… lots of shopping and restaurants close by. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time and location.

Family stayed here for 10 days. Fun home with everything you need for cooking and towels. Great help from management. We enjoyed walking around old town and restaurants and used the MTV near us. Trip to zoo, harbor cruise USS Midway and more. I do recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Pike Road, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Town property

Good location for Zoo and Balboa Park. Nice Mexican restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Elise E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location but Not Impressed

From the outside, the home appears fabulous. However, it is an old historic home that smells a bit like a nursing home when walking in. Didn't have power for the first night, door handles fell off, ice maker stopped working, some power outlets don't work, etc. Worker for the home stated that the meter was shut off insiuating to us that the electricity bill hadn't been paid. Management called us close to midnight the first night stating that they could move us to another home, but I would have to evacuate the entire family in the middle of the night. Miraculously, power came back on when the electric company opened the next morning 🙄 really?? Management then tried to lie and stated that it was due to a car accident. However, all of the other homes around us had power, imagine that. Never received a call or voicemail from Management upon departure to try and correct the situation. Oh well, lesson learned.....just wanted to warn future occupants
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort and Location

Beautiful house in historic district. Walking distance to Old Town with restaurants, shops, and transportation. Many eating and outdoor visiting options for everyone to be comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This was the best managed, most perfectly stocked, clean and comfortable rental we’ve stayed in for some time. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The home was clean and well kept. We were able to adjust the temperature to our needs which was nice as it was cooler weather. The staff was available to assist with just a text. The location was within easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted & Debbie E., LADY LAKE, Florida USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful property in Old Town

We enjoyed the location very much-a half block to Old Town but not noisy and a short walk to Presidio Park. Rooms were comfortable and house had everything we needed. This will be our go-to place in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023