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ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING

Holiday home with a water park, steps from Mission Beach

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Beach
Marina
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom74 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Belmont Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Mission Beach and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Mission Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a patio, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home has a water park and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Mission Beach holiday home include Port of San Diego and Mission Beach Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Belmont Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bahia Point Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mission Bay - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Sports Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ruriberto's Taco Shop - ‬5 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.

ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING


The former home of a writer and educator, this 1920's historic bungalow has been completely restored to provide a very comfortable stay at America's finest beach. Just steps from the boardwalk and beach (three houses from the boardwalk) and near Belmont Park and the Roller Coaster, the house comes equipped with all you will need for the perfect vacation. Kayak, beach chairs, sand toys, garage parking and an extra outdoor hot water shower.

The master bedroom has a queen bed and flat screen TV. The second bedroom has bunk beds with a single and double. The comfortable futon in the living room makes into a double, where there is another flat screen TV. We also have a Pack N Play for your toddler.

The shelves are lined with over 300 quality books of all varieties. I keep the prices very affordable compared to any other stand alone house in Mission Beach, so it books out very well. Many people really like this historic-style cottage feel rather than 'all-the-same' condos that line much of the beach, and for good reason. The hard-wood floors and Dutch-door in the front provide a nostalgic step back in time, while enjoying the upgrades to the cottage over the years.

When our kids are grown we're moving back in!! So come enjoy the Mission Beach Cottage while you can. :)

World famous Sea World is five minutes away and the San Diego Zoo is ten minutes. World class dining can be enjoyed in downtown's Gaslamp Quarter, a ten minute drive. Mission Beach offers nightly sunsets, biking, sailing, rollerblading, surfing, boating, a roller coaster and the country's most entertaining people-watching.

Book now, for the vacation you deserve.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-00731L, 624162

Property is also known as

Just Steps TO THE Ocean Front San Diego
Just Steps TO THE Ocean Front Private vacation home
Just Steps TO THE Ocean Front Private vacation home San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING?

Yep, ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING is a short 1-minute walk from Mission Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING?

No, ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING?

No, pets are not allowed.

ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. JAN, FEB DISCOUNTS! INSTANT BOOKING Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 232 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is perfect and the host is responsive. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erinn V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just returned from an unforgettable stay at this charming beach house, and I cannot stop thinking about the unbelievable location! Seriously, you could not get any closer to the ocean. Stepping out the door and hearing the waves crash right there was pure magic. If your priority is direct, stunning, and immediate access to the sand and surf, this property is an absolute dream come true.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M., Pueblo, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is very cute. It is dated but definitely adorable. The garage is a very tight fit. It was chilly one morning & the heater wasn't working. We contacted the owner & it was taken care of that day. We had an amazing week being so close to the beach was fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location; lots of character; plenty of space including washer and dryer; the kitchen needs a few items but it's fine for beach living for a week and there are plenty of places to walk to get coffee and breakfast so no need to cook anyway. Parking in the garage is a real plus, but the car has to be small to fit. Mission Beach is very crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay in this cottage that is full of character and so convenient to the beach. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth W., Oakland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a charming house with a quick easy walk to the beach. It is an older home, classic for the area, so no A/C (but plenty of fans) or dishwasher, but we've been here many times and love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach vacation

Check in was easy, house is as advertised, and host was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our family’s favorite tradition

We’ve been staying at the beach cottage for a few years now. My kiddos were devastated when we couldn’t come last year, so it was super important to us to be able to come back this summer. We made the best memories together and just adore the originality of the home. The location is perfect and the accommodations are always incredible. Feels like our home away from home Thank you for having us, David!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location!

Great place for family fun! Located steps from the beach and a short walk from Belmont Park. We come back every summer because we love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen P., Phoenix, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
I want to start off by saying that my family and I had an amazing time staying at Dave's cottage. The proximity to the beach (Maybe 100 feet to the boardwalk) was the key selling point and we will 100% be staying again. We walked down to the boardwalk at least 8 time each day to either play in the water or just simply stare out at the ocean. The Tourist shops, Belmont Park, and restaurants are also only a 5-minute walk which meant we rarely had to drive for food/entertainment, or random gifts for the kiddo.As i was booking, i already knew that the place needed a little TLC (per other reviews) which was fine for my family and I as it does have the authentic beach house vibe we were looking for and we are very much into old, historic places. However, i gave the cottage 4-5 stars because some things truly did need some touchups, as i was afraid that we would break some things simply by using them. A Few examples:1. The outdoor shower pipe is loose, so you have to hold it while turning the water on, so you don't stress the pipe. 2. The bathroom doorknob is really loose and doesn't work from the inside without pulling hard while turning.3. The Foton had screws falling out which I tightened, luckily before it broke. None of these issues were a big deal to my family and I but wanted to list them to justify the 4/5 stars as opposed to 5/5. With that said, these issues will not deter my family and I and we will 100% be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank V.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Erica S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

We enjoyed our stay in Mission Beach. The house was the perfect location, and had everything we needed. The host was awesome, and the description was accurate.The house os old and charming but with that, felt dirty and needed a little more tlc if renting. I would have loved updated bedding, towels, and kitchen ware.charming
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Patricia B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not what I expected

Very outdated and unkept. No entrance through the front door. Ants were abundant in the living area. All of the fans were filthy and or rusty. Location was nice..but otherwise would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

The location was fantastic—couldn't have asked for a better spot for the price! The owner was incredibly responsive, even through VRBO messaging, which made the entire experience seamless. The cottage itself was a real gem. Growing up in Michigan, it reminded me of the older homes there, bringing back great memories. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home—it was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it

Me and 4 kids. Enough room and close to Belmont, has a washer and dryer so no trips to the laundromat, and 2 parking spaces. Whenever I had a question, Dave was quick to answer, great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy B., Bellemont,Az

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome trip!

Love this cute little cottage by the beach!.. my family and I have stayed here every year for the last 3 years! Perfect location for all the activities!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply Amazing!

The location is unbelievable. A 3 min walk to the bay. A 1 min walk to the ocean. A 5 minute walk to Belmont Park. We rode bike everywhere and barely used our rental car. I cannot express how incredible this property is! The only knock is that there are signs of aging. Having said that, nothing was in such poor shape that we couldn’t enjoy ourselves. The kayak was so much fun for the family. Even our 5 yo gave it a try on Mission Bay! Fans are available in the house to help keep things cool. The outside shower was so helpful. Also, plenty of beach toys for the kiddo… and OMG, the patio! I can’t forget how relaxing it was to hang out there in the morning and again at night. The futon was incredibly comfortable for the teenager. Communication with the owner was fantastic. He was super responsive and helped us along the way. Did I mention the location was unbelievable? You should stay here. There’s no doubt that if the opportunity presents itself again, we will be booking this property for even more spectacular memories. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie S., Peoria, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Bliss

Location! Location! Location! You are a minute’s walk to the beach, and 3 minutes walk to anything you might need (food, ice cream, Starbucks). You’re also a 3 minute walk from Belmont Park which has an arcade and amusement park rides. My friend and I took our 14 year olds with us. Plenty of room for the 4 of us. The home is an original build, so it’s got that feel, but still comfortable and functional. Tons of books in the house, plus games. There’s a TV though we never turned it on. The host also has boogie boards and beach chairs in the back, which we did enjoy! There’s a tight garage, but once we parked, we never moved until checkout, because everything we could want was in walking distance. I plan on coming back with my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach house

This was our third time here. It’s a great location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Getaway in Mission Beach!

I recently stayed at a Vrbo property in Mission Beach and had an amazing experience! The location was perfect, just steps away from the beach, which made it incredibly convenient for daily beach outings. The property itself was cute and exactly as described in the listing. It had a charming and cozy atmosphere that made our stay enjoyable and relaxing. We had a lot of fun exploring the area and taking advantage of the nearby attractions. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a fantastic beach getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atomic A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location

This house is all about location! Steps to the beach and a short walk to Belmont park. The perfect place to stay with kids. Love that they had lots of boogie boards and beach chairs to use. My daughters had a blast. Also, it has a garage which is a bonus! My family loved staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quant little house

We had a great stay at this little bungalow. The location cannot be beat. Dave was a communicative and attentive owner. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mission Bay Vacation

Location is great but the weather did not allow us to spend time at the beach It was very easy to get to all the recommended activies
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

So first I have to give a shout-out to David the property manager, he was GREAT! Location was close to Belmont so the kids had a blast and steps to the beach. Whenever I had a question for David, he responded quickly. Parking was great, I have a large SUV and there were two parking spaces for me. Washer and dryer on premises so no spending hours at a laundromat and wasting quarters. Love it and would recommend this place highly.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Nimmo W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs refresh

The location is excellent, the bungalow is not restored… the heat and fireplace insert are not functional and or clean therefore the interior, including all the books, is moist and moldy. The ceiling has a lot of moisture damage. We do not have high expectations, this house did not meet ours… we will be staying nearby in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024