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Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all!

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Aerial view
Dining
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Point of interest

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4101 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission Valley Mall
    6 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo
    6 min drive
  • Balboa Park
    7 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    11 min drive

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at this vacation home in San Diego (Mid-City), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Hotel Circle and San Diego Zoo. .This vacation home is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Balboa Park.

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • San Diego State University - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Snapdragon Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Balboa Park - 7 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Grantville Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancho Villa's Farmers Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soda Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rabbit Hole - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lestat's Coffee House - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all!

Summary:
Located in the hip neighborhood of Normal Heights, this charming bungalow is your home while enjoying San Diego. Owned by a fashion designer & musician, this home is designed to reflect the artistry of the husband and wife duo, and is sure to be the backdrop for an unforgettable stay! It’s a perfect central home base for family vacations, Comic Con, Pride, and music/craft brew festivals.

The Space:
This charming Craftsman is full of custom-printed textiles, original art & photography, and hand-painted touches. Make music with a tacked piano and vinyl record collection, enjoy cocktail hour in the private courtyard, or family & friend time in the sun-drenched living room.

Washer/Dryer is shared with studio unit in back (located on the patio).

The Neighborhood:
Walk to Adam's Avenue to enjoy craft coffee & cocktails, buzzy local eateries, and live music. Normal Heights is one of the fastest growing neighborhoods in San Diego at the moment, with unique shopping, nightlife and family-friendly spots. Trolley Barn park is a gorgeous playground & park, and is a quick drive. Beaches are close--just a quick 15-min drive to the nearest one!

Getting Around:
Besides the one reserved space behind the house, there's also street parking. However, at certain times it can be challenging to find a spot. Please also be aware of street sweeping days so you don't end up with a parking ticket.

Other Things to Note:
This house has an additional guest studio in back. It is completely detached, no walls are shared. The studio guests may use street parking only--the parking space between the two units is reserved just for you! Please note that the washer/dryer is located on the patio of the guest studio. This is the only aspect of the property that is shared with other guests.

Pets are welcome with prior approval and additional $125 pet fee.
**No pets without prior written approval. If you're bringing a pet, you must follow airbnb's pet rules: dispose of all pet waste properly, never leave pet unattended in the home or backyard, and keep dogs leashed when walking them outside of the home.

San Diego now requires all guests to sign a Good Neighbor Policy document prior to staying. We do enforce their policy so it must be signed in order to receive checkin info, but we will make it super easy for you to initial and sign :) It can all be done online.

STRO LICENSE NUMBER: STR-01817L

Interaction with Guests:
Although we provide self-check in for a completely contactless experience, we are available to help answer any questions prior to and during your stay! For the fastest response - pls message us through the Airbnb / VRBO app.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Cardo Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1088 sq ft (101 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
Property Registration Number 643631, STR-01817L

Property is also known as

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Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicole W.

So so
I will start with the positives: location is fantastic, beds are comfy, sheets were crisp and clean, amenities are pretty decent (we didn’t use the stove or oven), bathroom was clean. Negatives: the house had a weird odor (like pet urine), the floors weren’t very clean (my father’s white socks were filthy after walking around), the courtyard area could have used some nicer outdoor furniture, one of the bedroom windows wouldn't close and some of the windows needed curtains or shades.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M., Draper, UT

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay to move twins into SDSU
We wanted a place close to San Diego State University but also in a fun area to explore. Great location and secure parking was a necessity for our move. Cardo Vacations was very responsive and helpful with all our inquiries. My only recommendation would be to possibly update outside furniture and clean free of Spiders and webs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa d.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect location
loved my stay!!! the house was perfect, well stocked and near all the best things to do in San diego. I will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
What a lovely home to stay in. It had everything we needed and close to a lot of places. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Clean, cozy. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had the staples, couch and living area were comfy. A/C is only in the main area. A good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fam vacay
The house was the perfect size for us while in San Diego. It was a very nice place to come to after a full day experiencing all that the area had to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but older facility
The process of renting and accessing the facility was great as was the process of keeping me informed. The facility was neat and clean. I have two recommendations. First. You do need some minor maintenance (e.g. loose door handles, minor mold in the bath tub, etc.). Second. You really need to put up some black-out curtains in the bedrooms. The street lights and early morning sunshine made sleeping a little bit of a challenge.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to everything
We stayed for a month with two dogs. It’s a bit cozy and sometimes the neighbors like to be a bit loud, but you’re a quick drive or Uber from the best spots in town. Parks within walking distance for the dogs. Codes for the front gate and door made me feel safe. Check-in/out we’re very easy and when I had issues/questions, the property manager was on it immediately. There is a cooling unit in the front room that does a good job of keeping the house warm with the exception of the back master room, which needs a tower fan for comfort level.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks!
Lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA N., SACRAMENTO

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to attractions
The home was 15 minutes from the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, and Old Town. Perfect for a family of 3. Has private, gated parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy G., Carrollton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
San Diego
House was perfect for our visit. Clean and comfortable accommodations. Quick responses from host when contacted. Area was safe and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little place
It was perfect for just the few days we were there. I know a lot of places in SD don’t have AC, it was comfortable the back room was hot but with the fan it worked for us. We really liked how the “garage” was close it was a tight squeeze with our rental but again it worked for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jason W., Brea USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick get away
Just getting away for a couple of days with the family. This property is within 10 mins of Zoo and Balboa park which is very convenient. It is also only a couple minutes from North Park which has a great choice of restaurants and bars. Great having private gated parking as SD can be tough to find parking in. Host were extremely easier to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
This is a sweet little house that has been nicely refurbished. The only thing that was difficult was parking. The assigned parking was unavailable. Street parking is difficult. But the house was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and clean
It’s a cute spot with comfy spaces. Pros: Clean inside Easy private parking 20 minutes to La Jolla, Balboa Park, and Coronado Great kitchen Prompt communication The only improvement I would suggest is cleaning the outdoor furniture from any cobwebs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022