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Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo

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A covered porch with steps leading to a house, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a brick pathway.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fireplace, and a sofa with cushions.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a television.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Observatory North Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

This holiday home puts you in the heart of San Diego, steps from Balboa Park and within a 20-minute stroll of San Diego Zoo. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony, a fenced private garden and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this North Park holiday home include Petco Park and Port of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Observatory North Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Globe Theater - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sydney's Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pecs Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 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.

Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo

Set on an acre of tropical palms & flowering vines this Resort-like Duplex Residence offers its elegant upper floor - the spacious Treetop Suite - with its own private courtyard and handsome 5 room interior. Designed for a visiting couple or single traveller -- guests enjoy 1,000 sf of light-filled rooms with fine architectural details, an Airy Living Room with comfortable furnishings and Asian antiques, Charming dine-in Kitchen with gas range and dishwasher, Oversized dual pane windows with scenic outlooks from every window, Private laundry, Central AC, and one very spacious Bedroom w/quality King bed and en suite bathroom w/tiled walk-in shower and enamelled cast iron tub. Showcased by San Diego's Save Our Heritage Tour of historic homes and surrounded by an acre of exotic palm trees & flowering vines-- this exceptional property offers its "Treetop" guests a private resort-like experience in a prized historic area adjacent Balboa Park, 5 minutes from City centre and 15 minutes from San Diego International Airport. Across the street explore renowned Balboa Park -- 1200 acres of amazing gardens, famous Zoo, fine art museums, and award-winning theatres. Take an evening stroll through North Park's restaurant scene with over 1,000 eateries - from delicious budget-friendly tacos to superb fine dining - just streets away along North Park's lively 30th Street.

Keywords: Luxurious Upper Floor Apartment in 1920's Residential Estate

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: sorry, no smoking inside or in the garden areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This is a "Quiet enjoyment" property designed for visiting couples or individuals. We encourage guests to be mindful of other property guests.
Thank you for removing street shoes before entering the accommodation.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, no smoking inside or in the garden areas

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-06090L, 606161

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo ?

The closest beach to Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo is Mission Beach (10.9 km).

Does Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo have a pool?

Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo has a communal pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo ?

No, Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Grand Treetop Suite at Resort-like Estate... steps to Balboa Park & Zoo Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 220 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property that looked as nice as the pictures showed it to be. The location is great and very central to many San Diego attractions. We definitely recommend this property and plan to go back ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kent was an exceptional and gracious host. This property is an oasis and the decades of love and work he has put into it is incredible. If you get the opportunity to stay, only then will you truly understand the full beauty and peacefulness this place has to offer.Proximity can't be beat. Coupled with easy access to the interstate, Balboa park is only 1 block away, you're 5 minutes from the zoo, and its a nice leisurely walk to the many wonderful restaurants on 30th street.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great place to stay ,has a nice porch and patio area, great neighborhood .
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was curated with beauty and practicality both indoors and out. There were extraordinary surprises at every turn. Comfortable, quiet, and harmonious. A real pleasure to relax in beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was in an excellent location. Within blocks of 30th Avenue which has a vibrant and hip nightlife and excellent restaurants and eateries. Very close walk to Balboa Park and all that has to offer with museums and the San Diego Zoo. The propert itself was incredible! Lush landscaping made for cool days and relaxing nights. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for cooking. The location was very quiet. I would highly recommend the place and Kent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

A great place to stay, convenient to all the sites. Good restaurants around also. Love the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property is exceptional. Kent is a wonderful host who responds very timely to any questions you might have and to share recommendations. The property itself, is a beautiful tropical retreat, very relaxing, yet conveniently located to all San Diego has to offer. Your accommodations are lovely with everything you need for your home away from home. My husband and I couldn't have been happier with our choice and look forward to a return visit to Kent's home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous property!

Super clean and nearby to Balboa Park and zoo. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Kent, was wonderful and went above and beyond the entire time. Place was beautiful and ideally located. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing stay at Kent's wonderful tropical hideaway! The location was perfect for us—only 12 minutes from Coronado and downtown, yet far enough from the hustle and bustle of the city. We loved taking walks through the neighborhood to admire the historic Craftsman-style homes, and it was an easy seven-block stroll to some wonderful local eateries in the morning.As for the home itself, we couldn't have asked for more. The grounds, the spacious porch, and the beautiful interior felt like a private retreat. It's clear Kent has put so much heart and work into this property. He greeted us with the key, gave us a quick tour, and made check-in seamless. Having our morning coffee out on the porch was a true highlight. Everything was exactly what we were hoping for.... and beyond!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place perfect location kent keeps the grounds spotless
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at the Grand Treetop Suite. The home is lovely, extremely clean and well stocked. The grounds are absolutely stunning. It feels that you are in your own private oasis.Ken is an amazing host! He was incredibly attentive and provided us with a wealth of local recommendations, which made her stay that much more enjoyable! I cannot say enough about Ken and his beautiful property!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a weekend getaway

we loved the property and the location- it was a lovely place to recharge
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Always a pleasure to stay here. This was a second visit and love location, house and ease of working with owner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always love to stay at Kent’s place. The house is lovely, always very clean and the location is ideal for us. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Beautiful Trip

Kent was a wonderful host and this property was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay

The combination of the unit ( cleanliness, location), the owner being quality person, and SD weather make our regular stay here terrific.
Stayed 24 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic bungalow in North Park

Everything about Kent’s property was pretty much perfect! Exactly as described, just so charming and warm. And the gardens are spectacular…We just loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with the location. There were wonderful restaurants and they were easy to walk to. Also, the house was just as advertised. It felt like home. The host showed us around the house and answered all of our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property! Great Host!

It was a wonderful place to stay in San Diego, its a beautiful property that has been lovingly restored and is so close to so many wonderful things to do, see, and eat in San Diego
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

Property and owner were great. Clean, spacious, private, lush gardens, centrally located to just about everything. Would stay there again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Good location to everything, nice and quiet, very clean, Host very gracious! Always love our experience when staying there.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation!

Our stay was wonderful, beginning to end. Kent was a great host and the unit and beautiful surroundings were exactly as promised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment is a very special place. You feel when you walk through the gate. The breezy windows and lush views made us feel like we were on a tropical vacation. We enjoyed grilling on the private patio and also dining on the balcony. The firm bed was super comfortable, and we got great sleep. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed. Parking was never a problem. The location is close to the zoo and downtown. Kent is a wonderful host. It is clear that the house is loved and is more than just an investment to him. You can feel the love and pride all around you as you enjoy this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026