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Quintessential Ocean Beach cottage just 1 block from the beach!

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Living area
Living area
Spacious living room
Front entrance to property
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • SeaWorld
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Quintessential Ocean Beach cottage just 1 block from the beach!

Darling getaway. Steps from all you need for a beach retreat. Close to water, shopping and restaurants from casual to fine. This cottage boasts vaulted ceilings and not only looks spacious but actually is. AC has been upgraded to a mini split system located in living room. Not stand alone unit as seen in dated pictures. Also have window AC unit in bedroom if needed.

Delightfully decorated to inspire sun and surf fun. Kitchen ready for delicious meals, small shared deck for serene coffee mornings. All you expect from a hotel stay in a quaint neighborhood a stroll from sunsets. Beach gear, games, smart TV. Close to freeways and local attractions.

This one bedroom is nestled in the heart of Ocean Beach. This unit is one of the four in the complex. The other units are occupied by year round tenants who have come to appreciate and enjoy the quite community they have created.

Ocean Beach is a lovely beach community where vacationers have been coming to for years. Park the car and walk to everything you need. Newport Avenue is our main drag and boasts great restaurants, happening bars and excellent antiquing opportunities.

Take a walk out on our pier or a stroll down Sunset Cliffs.

The kids can enjoy the skate park in Robb Field.

Property manager

Katrina Barry
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs allowed pending approval + 150 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs allowed pending approval + 125 fee
Please be considerate of your neighbors at all times of the day by keeping the volume of your voices and music to a reasonable level.
Dogs require approval, 150 pet fee. Two dogs a maybe and additional fee may apply. Pets not allowed on bed or furniture and not bark or cry.
Garages on site can accommodate a mid-size SUV. Large trucks will not fit. Max vehicle length 16 feet and garage door opening is 7 1/2 feet wide

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 616021, STR-04413L

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Ocean Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • SeaWorld - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Belmont Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Mission Beach - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hodads Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Luigi - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quintessential Ocean Beach cottage just 1 block from the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Quintessential Ocean Beach cottage just 1 block from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Ocean Beach cottage just 1 block from the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Ocean Beach cottage just 1 block from the beach! located?

Located in Ocean Beach, this 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

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 156 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

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

Great getaway

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes V.

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

Weekend getaway

Great place to stay! Very clean and very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessie N.

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

perfect beach getaway

Katrina was wonderful and made the check-in and check-out process very easy with her clear communication and thorough instructions. Not only is the place adorable, but it's walking distance from the beach and many great restaurants and cafes. We enjoyed our stay and would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Cute and comfy OB cottage for 2

Where to start… as soon as we arrived we were greeted by Katrina, the owner, who personally oriented us to the condo and the facilities. She even helped us bring in our luggage and helped us with parking in the garage. She is incredibly nice! The complex that contains 4 units is all contained with in one little oasis area blocked off from the street by fencing. Our unit, Grant’s Getaway, had such cute styling and was very homey. It had all we needed for a comfortable stay, and even had all the beach gear you could want or need! We had a wonderful stay for the July 4th holiday weekend exploring OB and surrounding area, and loved our home base for the weekend! Would certainly return to this complex to any one of Katrina’s Katrina’s rental units!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt F.

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

Darling cottage near everything

The beach cottage is decorated in a darling, eclectic retro mix that feels like a fun treat to visit. The location is great and walking distance to many Ocean Beach attractions, including local cafés and restaurants, as well as the beach. All the gear is provided for uo to a family of four
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen L.

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

Super cute, cozy, colourful cottage steps from the beach!

My 16 year old son and I really enjoyed our stay. Cottage was super clean and comfortable, and our host provided great instructions. Beautiful little garden complete with a lemon tree. Funky, fun neighborhood with lots of great restaurants. Pizza Port was one of our favourites and offered great gluten free pizza and excellent local beer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Well-Equipped Vintage Cottage

Very cute cottage, well equipped with beach towels and beach equipment. Location is great, a block from the beach and 3 blocks to the action and pounding surf. I hope to come again.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion D.

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

Great little give away a block off the beach

In the heart of Ocean Beach, great location and dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Charming spot near the water

The space is nicely decorated with comfortable furniture and a cozy feel. And it’s a block and a half from the water, with accommodations to rinse off at after a day on the sand. The host was most responsive and provided thorough and clear instructions for everything from check in to WiFi. What I liked best was the fact the place is colorful and attractive; not worn and old looking like other places I’ve seen and rented in the area. And it is walking distance to shops and restaurants. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carl H.

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

Great Location in town

Stayed here while visiting family that lives in Ocean Beach. The neighborhood was a little noisy but to be expected in a crowded area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Nice place

Our only complaint is that the weather was not what we expected for San Diego. Two days of solid rain But, alas, we can’t blame Katrina for that! Anyway, the place was great, but a little smaller than it appeared from the pictures on the listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen R.

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

charming cottage great location

Cottage is in a great location. Bed is comfortable. The living room smelled a bit like dog, but the place was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Cute beach bungalow

This place is all about the location! We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leona S.

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

Cute and cozy beach getaway

Great location to walk around and enjoy the beach. Cute and cozy accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

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

Dog time.

I had a problem getting my check in info but My host was quick to respond and made everything better! The place was prefect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

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

Everything you need

This property, was as described, cutely decorated and had everything we needed for a fun weekend in Ocean Beach, Dog Beach. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Great place and location

Great place and location! The courtyard is absolutely beautiful and the cottage was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

/. /.

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

Ocean Beach Vacation

We liked the decor. And the space worked for us. Two adults and a 3 year old. Close to the beach. Cute outdoor area with lots of plants. Most everything we could have needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie S.

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

Great cottage - awesome location

Very clean, cute and comfortable. I would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy V., El Paso, IL

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

Loved it!

Great accommodations and walked everywhere!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joelle W.

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

Beach and comfy!

This was an ADORABLE bungalow and you can not beat the location. Definitely rent a small car if staying for a length of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie G.

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

Birthday Getaway

My husband and I booked a trip for a little birthday getaway with our daughter and dog and the host went out of the way to turn the air conditioning on before we arrived to make sure we were comfortable. We are looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassidi W.

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

Cutest little beach house

Happy and bright little house, conveniently located close to beach and stores, but far enough away from the busy streets to be quiet at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Beach Visit

We needed a rental quickly and Katrina was very helpful with getting us settled. The unit was clean, well stocked and the location was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kerrie J.

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

Loved the vibrant colorful ambiance!

Loved our stay. The location was great. The place is cozy and perfect for a get-away trip to the beach. I Recommend it as we will be back to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Katrina Barry

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Owner is a long time Ocean Beach resident and welcomes the opportunity to show off all the charm of a lovingly decorated beach cottage.

Why they chose this property

This space offers luxury accommodations in a setting from the days of yesteryear as this darling home was crafted back the 1940's.

What makes this property unique

One bock to the beach, parking in a one car garage, on site laundry.

Languages:

English

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