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1 block from the beach, family friendly, w/ private backyard & air conditioning

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Exterior detail
Queen sized bed and blackout shades.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1 block from the beach, family friendly, w/ private backyard & air conditioning

**We are no longer offering modifications to our cancellation policy due to covid-19 so please review our terms and let us know if you have any questions.**

This modernized, air conditioned, non-smoking, family friendly beach cottage, is part of a well maintained duplex. It's located in the prime, centrally located town of Ocean Beach, San Diego.

The property is well managed and maintained by the owners who occupy the adjacent duplex unit (we share a wall as well as backyard fence), so you can rest assured you are the sole guest allowing for rest, relaxation, and fun.

Our rental unit is ideal for those vacationers and families seeking a place to retreat for relaxation after a day at the beach. We encourage all potential guests to consider what it is they want out of their precious vacation time and make sure that this quieter, non-partying location is a good fit.

We allow up to 2 medium sized dogs with an additional $75 pet fee, but please keep in mind that even the best behaved dogs can act differently in a new environment. They will miss you when you are gone and may bark and howl more than they do at your home. If you intend to spend most of the trip without your dog, please consider if it is a good idea to bring your dog as they cannot be left alone for more than 2 hours. Dogs also cannot be left outside unattended at any time. We live here and have dogs ourselves. We expect that barking is curtailed quickly as we will do the same with ours. Please let us know when you book/submit a request if you would like to bring your dog(s) along.

For our guests who work remotely the home has: Gigabit Ethernet Switch (located behind the TV). 3 available access ports to improve connectivity during work-from-home situations. Average internet speeds of 170+Mbps down, 10+Mbps up. Ethernet cables available upon request.

**There are security cameras on the property. They are exterior and are trained on front and back gates and parking spaces.**

We are close enough to the ocean (1 block) such that you can hear the surf and sea lions at night. Stroll down in the morning with your coffee to check the surf and be in the water shortly thereafter.

This location is ideal for those seeking either a high walk-ability factor or as convenient launch point to day and night adventures allowing for a rich Southern California experience.

Ocean Beach offers a unique blend of energy, diversity, and soul. As the saying goes, 'Ocean Beach: its an attitude not a place'. From hacky sacking, hula hooping, and people watching by the grass flat near the pier, to the weekly Farmers Market with Live Music, shopping, and awesome fresh fare, to the vast offering of dining ranging from fish tacos to romantic fine dining there's something for everyone here and you'll be but minutes by foot to take it in at this rental.

Our unit features 2 comfortable queen sized beds, central AC/heat, plenty of private yard space, a high end kitchen, two flat screen TV's with cable, free NetFlix streaming, and Roku3. Tank-less water heaters allow for relaxing post ocean swim showers, followed up with unwinding in a comfortable living room.

You'll have off street uncovered alley parking that allows for one full sized car, mid sized SUV, minivan, or mid sized Truck which is very desirable in this area. Sorry but no RV's or tandem parking. If you chose, the property is a $20 cab ride from the airport, so if you're looking to stay local, a rental car may not be needed. With cabs, bikes, and the trolley, a reasonably energetic person will fare very well!

We have boogie boards and surf boards, some fishing gear, beach chairs, and an umbrella for your use. There is a shared (with us) washer and dryer for your use on the property. You will have a Weber gas grill with plenty of propane for your use.

If you decide to book with us, we will email you a welcome letter with the necessary information you will need to get to the home shortly after booking. Your personalized contract/pet terms (if applicable) will be attached. We ask that they are returned to us within 72 hours of receipt. We will need you to provide an email address for us to send these documents to you.



Starting May 1, 2023 San Diego requires ALL Guests staying at Short Term Residences (less then one month) to acknowledge and agree to the guidance in the Good Neighbor Policy notice provided by the host.

Property manager

Rich & Adrienne

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a Pack 'n Play available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to 2 small/medium dogs. Contact owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property.
No smoking anywhere on the property. No candles or incense. You'd think it would go without saying, but no fireworks...EVER.
No parties or loud behavior. Have fun while you're out on the town or beach. When you're home be courteous of us and our neighbors. This is our home.
Washer and dryer are shared with us and are for your convenience during your stay. They are not for friends or family who live in the area to use.

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
Property Registration Number STR-05957L, 607801

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Ocean Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Bay and Mission Beach, while San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Pechanga Arena, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Dog Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Mission Beach - 14 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hodads Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Luigi - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 block from the beach, family friendly, w/ private backyard & air conditioning pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 1 block from the beach, family friendly, w/ private backyard & air conditioning?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 block from the beach, family friendly, w/ private backyard & air conditioning?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 block from the beach, family friendly, w/ private backyard & air conditioning located?

Located in Ocean Beach, this golf holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ocean Beach Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Mission Bay. Ocean Beach and Dog Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelty W.

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

Comfortable and great location

This was a wonderful beach cottage. Great location in walking distance to beach, shops, restaurants. The cottage was clean, very well appointed, comfortable, quiet, and just as advertised. The hosts were very thoughtful and great to rent from. I would love to return one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MLM M.

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

Ocean Beach

Small town vibe
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ignacio b.

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

Loved it

The owners were quick to respond and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Dog friendly beach house

Small but well furnished house in a great location in Ocean Beach. Perfect for us and our 2 dogs and walkable to good restaurants, shopping and the beach. The area was much quieter than we were expecting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

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

Great spot!

Very family friendly. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara J.

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

Perfect beach stay

This was the perfect location to stay near the beach with my parents. It was quite, clean, and had everything we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen P.

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

Great stay

The house is beautiful and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MLM M.

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

Great Stay

It was a wonderful experience. It's very clean and comfy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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

Really nice property and area in Ocean Beach

My father, brother, and myself stayed for three nights. Hosts were very communicative and provided detailed information about the stay well in advance, they also checked in frequently to make sure everything was okay. Walking distance to both downtown OB and the beach itself. Everything in the unit was clean and tidy. Outside patio was great extension of the living space. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen S.

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

Excellent location and excellent hosts

Nice place near the beach and within walking distance of a wide variety of restaurants and businesses. Would definitely stay here again if I were to come back to San Diego.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana N.

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

Cute Rental

Cute rental with all the amenities you’d need. Close to beach and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna M.

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

Excellent VRBO, highly recommend

This property met all of our needs and more. It had a wonderful backyard for our dog, 1 block from the beach, and within walking distance to restaurants. The location was excellent. The VRBO was very clean and had everything we needed. The owners were so helpful providing information and recommendations. The community is very quiet and laid back during the week. We would highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Wouldn't change a thing

The house was perfect. The town is awesome. The people are friendly. My son and I had a perfectly stress free vacation. We walked all over OB and never felt unsafe. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Wonderful Property

The house was spotless and everything worked perfectly. The location is in the middle of the places that we wanted to visit. Would recommend to anyone wanting to stay in this area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Walking distance to Beachshops and restaurants.

Great place to stay! Walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants! Place is very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Great Stay

Great stay in Ocean Beach! Richard and Adrienne were very communicative throughout the entire booking process and stay. The house was in a great location, walking distance to bars, restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke L.

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

Beautiful place

Communication was amazing. The place was very clean and had very cozy beds. The backyard was spacious and very much enjoyed the patio furniture!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Fabulous!

Wonderful all around
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Home away from home.

The hosts are great and have literally thought of everything to make your stay easy. If you forget something, they have probably provided it! Great location. Everything was awesome. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Peaceful, friendly place.

We had a very relaxing peaceful stay. No complaints about the property or the people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

maureen s.

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

Reunion

Place was great. Very comfortable for the time we spythere. Easy to get to all the sights. Local restaurants good and easy to walk to the beach. About would recommend And stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

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

Fun place to stay

We had a great time at this house. Great property for a family of 3. We loved how close we were to the beach. The property owners gave us good recommendations for local restaurants. We would definitely recommend and plan to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty T.

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

Great place and great location!

Lovely place and great location. It was equipped with everything we needed. Short walk to the beach. The owners were very responsive and extremely kind. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Lovely trip to the beach

My husband, 17 year old nephew, 2 pups and I just returned from a 3-night stay at this property. It was better than expected with ample room for the 5 of us. The hosts thought of everything and had all of the supplies we needed. Enjoyed using the kitchen for some meals, the backyard for the pups, and of course the proximity to the beach. The hoses and shower outside were so handy to get the sand off after our adventures. Thank you for a lovely stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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

Great find

We enjoyed thanksgiving in this great little find. Hosts are awesome. Hope to come back in 2024!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rich & Adrienne

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We live on the property in the front unit of the duplex. Ocean Beach is our home and we love it. We have extensive knowledge on what to do, who to talk to, and what to see during the day or night in Ocean Beach as well as the city.

On our off days we rarely get in our car to leave these few square miles we call home unless absolutely necessary; it has just about everything we need.

One of us is from the North East, one of us grew up in San Diego, and both of us are here to stay.

Why they chose this property

We have lived in Ocean Beach since 1998.

When this property became available, it fell into our laps and we think it was meant to be as it is a perfect fit for us.

We knew there was potential and have been upgrading ever since our move in. We are proud of our little slice of OB and are fortunate to have such a great community close by and friendly, long term neighbors.

As such, we've been renovating the property to create a space that we are comfortable in.

We're confident you will be comfortable and enjoy your stay as well.

What makes this property unique

We love hearing the waves and even the seals and sea lions on still nights.

While our property is a typical full lot in beach communities, we are fortunate to have a 'larger' backyard so close to the beach. Being 1 block from the beach allows you to retreat to a calmer, restful space in a matter of minutes. Coming home for lunch or an afternoon drink takes but a few minutes.

The beaches here are vast and you can always find a nice plot of sand to call your own for the day. Throw a line in the inlet for a little fishing if you choose or jump in to a volleyball pickup at the sand courts at the end of the block .

The West Coast is not particularly known for it's larger sandy beaches which makes us fortunate here in OB. With a little effort there are more secluded beaches very close by that will remove you from the manageable crowds here and make you feel as though you're away from the city , and we can happily provide the tips and tricks to get you there!