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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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La Mesa, CA
  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Viejas Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Palm Cottage San Diego

Charming Craftsman Cottage in the heart of La Mesa Village, San Diego. Enjoy the charm of a historic home with a fully remodeled and stylish interior featuring both Dutch & French doors to let in plenty of sunshine. Large private yard w/ covered outdoor living area creating the ultimate indoor/outdoor lifestyle. You're steps from the local grocery store, village shopping, coffee shops, restaurants, bars and the trolley. You could not ask for a better location!

Property manager

Willem
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

La Mesa

La Mesa is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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La Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • San Diego State University - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Viejas Arena - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 14 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • La Mesa Boulevard Station - 4 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Super China Buffet - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Palm Cottage San Diego pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Palm Cottage San Diego?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palm Cottage San Diego?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Palm Cottage San Diego located?

Situated in La Mesa, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and within 6 miles (10 km) of San Diego State University and Mount Helix Park. Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km). La Mesa Boulevard Station is only a 4-minute walk and Spring St Trolley Station is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C.

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

A true blessing

I could not have found a place as close to what i was looking for as this cottage. A stressful remodel less than 10 miles away and what i needed most was to come here to feel safe and at peace. A little home away from home what more could an oldlady ask fir?
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

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

Fantastic place

Great location, everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen K.

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

Comfortable and convenient location

Very comfortable and clean. Walking distance to stores and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia V.

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

Lovely, well situated home!

The house is beautifully appointed and feels so welcome and cozy. And to be walking distance to many cafes and conveniences made for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

La Mesa home away from home

This is my fourth or fifth stay here over 2 years. I love this property and location! I don't rent a car when I stay here, because I can walk to coffee, dinner or pickleball. It's 7 min from my daughter at SDSU. The house has a great indoor / outdoor vibe which I enjoy. Thanks Willem and Brittany!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristie g., Greensboro, NC

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

Perfect Stay!

We absolutely loved the cottage. So comfortable and in an amazing location. Beautiful decor and outdoor space. If we ever return to this area see would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kassie B.

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

Super charming! Come stay here!

We made a last minute booking to stay at this adorable home, and I'm glad we did! The decor is so cute, beds are very comfortable, and the place was stocked with anything you might need. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

Stay in or go out

Great area. Came with family and visited family in San Diego. The cottage was comfortable to hang out in and to come back to after going out. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter R., South Glens Falls

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

A perfect location

We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage. The upstairs loft was ideal for my office work. The outdoor space is outstanding and the hot tub was an added treat. Finally, the location allowed us to easily explore beautiful La Mesa’s shops and restaurants. We will definitely be back. Peter and Judi Ruscitti
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Love this place.

Very roomy and charming. Large private garden area with covered patio and area for dining.outside. Check all the kitchen cabinets, as you find all kinds of neat things. Walk to downtown shops and dining. Quaint residential neighborhood. Easy parking. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Julie U.

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

Great stay

We have friends that live in La Mesa and wanted to stay near them. This charming cottage is in an ideal location. You can walk to cute coffee shops and many restaurants and the drive to San Diego is not bad! The backyard is relaxing with the swinging chair and hot tub. It was a little tricky for me to figure out how to get in the house but I am directionally challenged! We had a great stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoJo G.

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

Charming & cozy!

Kitchen had many modern updates and had everything we needed! We enjoyed cooking because of this lovely kitchen. High vaulted ceilings made it feel spacious. Beds were so comfortable. Outdoor area was much appreciated for relaxing and eating. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Perfect LaMesa stay

Palm Cottage is perfect in every way. The house lives a lot larger than you would think; the loft is nice and private, the kitchen well designed and functional, and the outdoor spaces fantastic. The kitchen was generously outfitted with quality cooking implements. You can't beat the location for convenience; easy and plentiful parking, too. The linens were lovely and everything was model-home pristine. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful. We are looking for any excuse to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H., Long Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Vintage Home with Great Backyard

Palm Cottage knocks it out of the park if you're looking for a home with 100-year-old charm and a spacious backyard to relax. The house has an updated kitchen and bathroom, and has been thoughtfully furnished inside. Willem and Brittany were very communicative and even helped with a couple specific requests before our arrival. It was a little unclear how the Airstream is figured into the room count. The house itself only has a single shared bathroom and the upstairs loft bedroom does not have a door on it. If you're not planning on using the Airstream, it's better to consider this a 2 bed/1 bath rental, with one of those bedrooms not being private.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Great stay in La Mesa

We just completed a month long stay at Palm Cottage as we were helping out in La Mesa with our newborn grandson. The cottage was perfect for us as we traveled back and forth from our home each week. First, it is a charming older home that has been updated inside to have all of the conveniences you need. The beds are comfortable, great linens and lots of pillows. The kitchen is really well stocked with everything you will need including all cleaning supplies. The bathroom has a large walk-in shower, great towels and well supplied with soaps, etc. There is a lovely, shaded outdoor area where we had coffee and breakfast each morning and an additional large outdoor dining table which we did not have the opportunity to use. The home is situated one block from the main street where you can find lots of restaurants primarily doing takeout at this this time. We enjoyed smoothies from Swami’s for lunch almost every day (highly recommended). Despite being this close to “downtown” the home is nice and quiet and you will not be bothered by traffic noise. This was really the perfect situation for us and we hope to be coming back soon.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R., Alexandria, VA

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

Great location and the PERFECT respite!

My trip to La Mesa was due to a family health emergency and I needed a place that was well situated to Sharp Grossmont hospital and because I was in town under stressful circumstances, I needed a place that could be a quiet sanctuary and respite for me - everything I could possibly need at home and nearby. This charming cottage was exactly what I needed at exactly the right time! I would have extended my stay if it hadn't already been booked. Hosts Brittany and Willem were amazing with their communication during the entire booking and rental process. Instructions were also easy. Although I did not use all the amenities available, I slept SO WELL and was so comfortable! Most importantly, this environment helped me stay strong under trying circumstances. A bonus find was the Millicent and Company Salon nearby. My hairdresser had a family emergency before I had to leave town, so I was thrilled to find a salon. I gave them a try and was extremely happy! Thank you Brittany and Willem for letting me rent your charming cottage! I would like to visit again, next time with my husband and on vacation, not a family emergency. Wishing you many blessings in the New Year!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

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

Excellent stay

Such a wonderful place to stay, the house was perfect for my family of 4. We really enjoyed the outdoor space and made great use of it! We would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie R.

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

Loved the Palm Cottage!

We spent our wedding weekend at the Palm Cottage and it was exactly what I wanted for our big day! The Cottage was clean and had everything we needed for the weekend. Brittany & Willem were very quick to respond and accommodating! I love that we’re able to drive by in a couple years and take photos in front of the Palm Cottage to remember our special day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kriss K.

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

Loved it!

We had a wonderful stay at the Palm Cottage. Clean, comfortable and loved the location. Our hosts were very attentive and helpful. We will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 36 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Christmas & A Baby Due

It was a great experience. Christmas was great with a early Christmas present arriving a little early. Would definitely do it again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice location

Very convenient for food shopping and dining out. A couple of facility issues that were solved. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Taylor Marie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cottage was charming, but Vintage Trailer needs attention

This property was very charming. The house and yard were very nice. A few notes of concern, the Hot Tub as dirty when we arrived, after a phone call, it was taken care of a day later. The trailer, I believe, had been cleaned, but the trash was full, dirty diaper..., some lights were burnt out and no hot water...., no soap in bathroom, etc again, loved the house, but for me, who ended up in the trailer, not so great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob F., Gig Harbor, USA

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

The Black Beauty House

We recently stayed at this beautiful La Mesa property, and loved its close proximity to Sprouts as well as shops and restaurants all within easy walking distance. The house was lovely inside with lots of special touches such as the gorgeous chandelier over the dining table and the framed window from the loft that opened up to the living space below. The house was a nice blend of vintage fixtures such as lights, faucets, refrigerator, etc. as well as modern features such as the beautiful countertops and new washer/dryer. There were quite a few kitchen items to use, and the house had several tv options as well. The owners also provided a manual explaining check-in/check-out as well as other frequently asked questions. My favorite part of this house was the outdoor area, which included a covered living space, bbq, hot tub, dining table with 6 chairs, gorgeous plants and string lights, and a fun trailer that served as an additional space to sleep, which our son loved! My husband and son had a “sleepover” together in the trailer, and I think that was our son’s favorite part of the whole trip even though we did fun things such as the zoo and beach. We were also able to invite our brother and sister-in-law over to join us for dinner on the patio, and that truly made our trip extra special. One of our favorite things to do when we travel, is to nickname the places we stay, and with how beautiful this house and property were, it seemed only fitting to name it the Black Beauty House. We would highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again the next time we visit San Diego.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

K. B.

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

Palm Ave Cottage

This cottage is a nice hidden gem with a good outdoor oasis to enjoy, if weather permits. With updated kitchen and partially updated bathroom (the sink is very antiquated, with separate hot and cold faucets). Despite mild heating inconsistencies, the Palm Cottage still offers a nice getaway in a quiet, safe neighborhood with a view of Mission Hills! Good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute and cozy property

We loved this house! Perfect for a weekend getaway. Quiet neighborhood with cute shops and restaurants. My kids loved it. My husband and I loved it. Would definitely book it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

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