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Perfection! Steps to the Sand w/ AC + Garage!

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 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.

Perfection! Steps to the Sand w/ AC + Garage!

* Note - If this property is booked, or does not suite your needs, please see my other Mission Bay Rentals - VRBO #497367 and #379170

Tucked along one of Mission Beach’s charming pedestrian courts, this bright and breezy beach cottage combines coastal charm, designer details, and an unbeatable walkable location.

Just 1/2 block to Mission Bay and a short stroll to the ocean, cafés, coffee shops, and restaurants, this is the perfect home base for families, couples, and friends looking to experience the best of San Diego beach living.

The cottage features warm wood finishes, vintage-inspired coastal décor, a sunny south-facing porch, and thoughtful touches throughout that make it feel cozy, relaxed, and welcoming from the moment you arrive.

This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and is full of character and beach-house charm.

The bright living room features:
- Beautiful hardwood floors
- A stunning stone fireplace
- Smart TV with cable + complimentary YouTubeTV
- Comfortable seating and coastal décor
- Lots of natural light and ocean breezes

The fully stocked kitchen includes:
- Quartz countertops
- Stainless steel appliances
- Gas stove
- Coffee maker
- Everything needed for cooking meals at home

Sleeping arrangements:
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed
- Bedroom 3: Custom-built cedar bunk room with its own TV

All beds feature high quality linens, comfortable mattresses, and soft bedding designed for a great night’s sleep after a day at the beach.

The bathroom includes a beautifully refinished clawfoot tub, subway tile, and antique-inspired vanity that fits perfectly with the cottage’s relaxed coastal style.

And the real highlight...

The sunny private front porch is the perfect place for morning coffee, afternoon cocktails, or simply relaxing and people-watching after a beach day. The porch includes outdoor seating, café lighting, and a propane BBQ grill.

Because the cottage faces south, the porch gets wonderful sunshine throughout the day.

Guests have access to the entire cottage, private porch, BBQ, and detached garage.

Please note:
- The half bath is located off the laundry room.
- Garage dimensions are approximately 186 inches long x 106 inches wide. Compact and midsize vehicles fit best.
- We have set up the garage so that the door can remain open if needed, allowing for approximately 4 additional feet of vehicle length for larger SUVs or trucks.

Free street parking is generally available within a few blocks for additional vehicles, though parking can become difficult during summer weekends and holidays.

Mission Beach is one of San Diego’s most popular beach neighborhoods... everyone wants to be here.

Located in the heart of Mission Beach:

- 1/2 block to Mission Bay
- 1.5 blocks to the ocean
- Walk to Olive Café, Better Buzz, The Mission, bars, restaurants & shops
- About 1/2 mile to Garnet Ave in Pacific Beach with shopping, bars, Trader Joe’s, Vons, yoga studios, gyms, and nightlife
- 1 block to the nearest bus stop
- 1 mile to Belmont Park and the historic beachfront roller coaster
- Short drive to SeaWorld, Downtown, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, and many of San Diego’s best neighborhoods

One of the best parts of staying here is that you can park your car and walk almost everywhere.

An information booklet is provided with local recommendations, favorite restaurants, coffee shops, beaches, hikes, and fun things to do around San Diego.

Please note:
- Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10pm to 8am
- No parties or events
- No unapproved visitors
- Guests not listed on the reservation must leave during quiet hours

This cottage is best suited for guests looking for a relaxed beach vacation rather than a party house atmosphere.

Air Conditioning
- The cottage features a mini-split AC system located in the main living area along with ceiling fans throughout the home.
- The setup keeps the cottage comfortable most of the year, though during extreme heat waves the bedrooms may be slightly warmer than homes with full central AC systems.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Mission Beach. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The cottage includes amenities such as a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Mission Beach and 10 minutes by foot from Mission Bay
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This San Diego cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Paddleboard
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash any dishes you use during your stay. A few coffee cups are no problem, but please do not leave a full meal’s worth of dishes for our cleaners to handle.
Leave all used linens on the beds (This helps us spot any stains that need treatment)
Start a load of towels/bathmat in the washer (This small step makes a big difference!)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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 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 620121, STR-00884L
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

Perfection Beautiful Fully Remodeled W/ac View Steps Sand
Perfection Beautiful Fully Remodeled W/ac View Steps Sand

Perfection! Steps to the Sand w/ AC + Garage! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect location

2 moms and daughters and we loved the house !! Perfect location and beds were comfy !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Enjoyed our stay. Great location for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla & Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach holiday

Great location. Cozy house and great communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay in the heart of Mission Bay, San Diego! Very cozy and quiet, with easy beach access and within walkable distance to several nearby restaurants. Great communication with the host, who offers an extensive list of very helpful local recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming house was perfect for the 4 of us. Everything we needed and more was right here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mission beach vacation

Great location quiet neighborhood Central for the north and south busier ends of the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a lovely stay! Perfect location and great for families

Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute and quaint house close to everything 🤩

Great time in a lovely location! Felt very homely
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Home Right next to the Beach!

Cozy house right next to the beach! Has everything you need to feel comfortable and at home while on vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and great place

My friends and I had a great time. Stayed there for a couple of days and everything was perfect. Easy to check in and out and it was a great space
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute and convenient cottage

Charming shabby chic style, comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Cottage with Oasis Charm

Look no Further - This cottage is a stones throw away from the beach and the bay. We loved our Staycation!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family location

Wonderful location - close to bay, beach and children's playground. Communication with Molly, owner, excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Cute cottage. Great location. Had everything we needed,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From check in to check out we had the best stay for our little weekend girls trip getaway..! Communication was on point with Molly the whole time we stayed! The place is decorated so beautifully and has everything you need for the best stay! Perfect location to enjoy the beach or the bay. We were able to walk to some amazing restaurants and shops! Everyone is so kind and neighborly! Just a great place and well worth staying at this VRBO you won't be disappointed! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect !

The property is charming and in a perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location!

We loved our stay at the property. Our family enjoyed walking to Olives bakery in the morning, grabbing treats, and watching the waves by the ocean. We appreciated all of the sand toys as well! You can’t beat the location and we’d highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

This property is well located, clean and excellent communication with owner. I would absolutely book this location again. We had 4 adults and two kids and the space worked very well. Proximity to beach is excellent. It was very quiet in the evening and the airflow was great with the windows cracked.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, a couple of steps to the bay and less than five minutes to the beach. Very clean. Perfect size for our family of four.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

Great property. Super convenient location to bay and beach. Molly and Shaz were super easy to work with. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Host super helpful! Will be back!!!

Perfect family reunion spot walk one block to bay or ocean or great restaurants small convenience store the ocean boardwalk !! Will be back for sure !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Az vaca

Clean, nice welcome basket, great toilet paper and extra paper towels. Towels weregreat, enjoyed the whole experience
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024