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The Cozy Beach Nook, 150 Steps To The Sand

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books, offices
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

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About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Ocean Beach), this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Hotel Circle and University of San Diego. .This vacation home is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Mission Bay and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Mission Beach.

What's nearby

  • Dog Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Mission Beach - 14 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hodads Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Luigi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Template - ‬10 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.

The Cozy Beach Nook, 150 Steps To The Sand

Summary:
Step into laid-back luxury just steps from the beach! This fresh 3-bedroom retreat sleeps 6 and features a stylish open-concept design, high-end finishes, cozy beds, and a private yard with a BBQ. Bright, breezy, and beautifully appointed—your perfect beach getaway starts here.

The Space:
Enjoy comfort and style in this freshly updated 3-bed, 2-bath beach home! The open layout connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas—perfect for family time. Sleep soundly in the king, queen, or twin trundle beds. Enjoy stainless steel appliances, a coffee bar, 55” TV, and a lovely yard with a BBQ, lighting, and seating. Shared laundry out back. Want extra space? Ask about the charming 1-bedroom private cottage just behind the house!

Living room/Dining room combo:
* Table to sit 6
* Mini split for heating and air conditioning
* 55 inch smart tv ( app based streaming only)
* Full bathroom with extra large shower, rain shower head and plenty of lighting

Kitchen:
* Coffee maker w/ coffee and sugar provided
* Toaster/Blender and basic cooking essentials provided
* 5 burner gas stove & microwave
* Dishwasher
* Toaster
* Blender
* Kids dinnerware/Outside dinnerware
* Stainless steel appliances
* Side door for access to the backyard

Bedroom 1:
* King size bed, extra blankets
* Plenty of storage
* Iron & ironing board
* Mini split for heating or air conditioning

Bedroom 2:
* Queen size bed
* Storage space
* 32 inch smart tv
* Shared bathroom with bedroom 3
* Access to this room is from bedroom 2 or can utilize the french doors but only able to lock them from the inside. It is best to gain entry to the queen bedroom from bedroom three.
* Mini split for heating and air conditioning

Bedroom 3:
* Twin trundle bedroom features 2 twin beds. ( The bed rolls out from under the twin bed )
* Mini split for heating and air conditioning
* En-suite bathroom w/ shower shared with bedroom 2
* Private entry from backyard

Back yard:
* Shared laundry. Shared with the back cottage guests. Hours of operation Mon-Sun 3p-9am
* Shaded outdoor seating and lighting
* Propane BBQ and beach equipment ( beach chairs, boogie boards, beach umbrella, kids sand toys, ice chest, and beach towels)
* Fully fenced
* Outdoor shower for rinsing your day off at the beach (warm water)

* Please note the 3 bedroom are all connected. From inside the home, you will go through the master bedroom to get to bedroom 3 (aka kids room with the trundle bed. Then bedroom 2 (back bedroom with queen bed) is connected to bedroom 3. All doors have a lock. Bedroom 3 (kids room) has its own private entry way from the back yard. Bedroom 2 (queen bedroom) has french doors that open out but we would not consider this as a private entry as you can only lock the door from the inside. This layout is common for homes built in the 1940's. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Guest Access:
The entire home is yours including the exclusive use of the outdoor patio adjoining the home (note, however, there is a separate guest house with its own space adjoining the backyard at the rear of the property; while the guest house is adjacent to the backyard it has its own separate parking and outdoor space...While the 2 are connected the spaces are in no way shared (other than the common area washer/dryer in the courtyard)).

You may also rent the entire property and host up to 8 guests across 2 separate spaces, please contact us if you are interested.

The Neighborhood:
OB is the hippest and most "neighborly" of San Diego's beach communities. There is nothing quite like the non-corporate lifestyle of Ocean Beach. The locals here love OB for its eclectic community that supports a range of wonderful small shops, restaurants, bars and coffee houses. You will find some of the best food, drink and shopping in the local area. Very walkable and close to the beach. All of OB is accessible on foot from this location. So enjoy and take it all in!

Getting Around:
Rental bikes and scooters are plentiful for rent by the hour/day/week. Uber/Lyft are very active in San Diego and the assigned parking guarantees that you will always have parking should you venture out into greater San Diego.

Other Things to Note:
Note that this is a "traditional" beach bungalow. What that means is that a premium is placed on outdoor space so the rooms are literally connected to one another. However, 1 of the 3 rooms has it own entry. ((the master off the main living area and the two back bedrooms have doors that lead directly to the backyard) so privacy can still be had.

This is a family oriented neighborhood and good neighborly behavior is desired so we can keep thriving in this wonderful beach town.

For stays longer than 30 days, I require a deposit in the amount of one month's rent to be paid offline due 60 days prior to arrival as well as a formal lease agreement.

This property is pet friendly, though we don't allow cats here. There is a $200 pet fee applied after booking. If you have any questions please ask!

Interaction with Guests:
Check in is completely contactless. You will receive a text with a link with all the details you need for checking in, house details, and departure info. We are available 24/7 in case anything you need should arise.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Aaron Beard (Guesty)

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Theme park 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 519964, STR-03649L

Property is also known as

Ocean Beach Oasis~just Steps to the Sand
Ocean Beach Oasis Just Steps to the Sand
Ocean Beach Oasis 150 steps to the Sand San Diego
Brighton 2BR · Oasis Beach House Escape~blocks to Beach
Ocean Beach Oasis 150 steps to the Sand Private vacation home
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The Cozy Beach Nook, 150 Steps To The Sand Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vaca

Very fun. Close to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Perfect for a Family Holiday

My family had an amazing stay over the Christmas holiday. We rented out both properties so that my husband and I and our reactive dog stayed in the smaller guest house and the rest of the family stayed in the main home on the same property. It was such a perfect situation where we never felt over cramped and everyone had the right amount of togetherness and privacy as needed. Dog beach is a minute walk away and it was wonderful to wake up early and take the dog to the beach to play in the ocean, especially because he has only ever known the deserts of the Southwest. Magical.We also couldn't stop talking about how all the kitchen appliances were well maintained and well appointed, which almost never happens with vacation rentals. Thank you so much for the perfect holiday setting! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

An amazing family spot!

We had an incredible stay, so close to the beach and to many different shops!! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Our family, 5 of us ages 28-90, and one dog enjoyed our stay. The location is the best part. We were able to walk almost everywhere. I am giving the property 4.5 stars because I think a few upgrades, would make the property a 5 star. It is advertised as air conditioned. Two of the bedrooms have ac, but the living room does not. The living room was the hottest place in the house because of the afternoon sun. One of the AC units broke the first day we were there, even though they had a repair person there working on it as we arrived. It flooded the bedroon. They got someone out 2 days later to replace it. Mini splits would be a huge improvement. Also a little updating would not hurt. As much as we wanted to let the fresh air in, the curtains were cheap, and almost impossible to move, blocking the fresh air when we opened the windows. Some of the kitchen drawers were falling out, and there was peeling paint around the house. A dishwasher would be nice as well. We loved the front porch, and sat out there daily enjoying the ocean breeze. I would stay again, but would also seek out other properties in the same price range first.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise C., Southern California

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Beach Weekend

Our family of 4 adults and one dog enjoyed our stay! The house was well equipped, clean, as advertised, and communication was easy. We would love to stay again. The master bedroom was spacious, the other 2 bedrooms were smaller. The beds were comfortable and we used the a/c units in the bedrooms and the living room fan. We walked to the dog beach, people beach and to wonderful restaurants and drove once to Cabrillo National Monument. The 2 bathrooms were appreciated and so were the ample towels. We brought our own beach towels. Having the outside shower was great. The tandem parking in the rear was greatly appreciated. Access to the house was communicated well and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location!

Beach lovers dream! Having the new beach chairs and umbrella for use for the very short walk to beach was great. We walked to most restaurants and were happy to have a parking spot for nights we did leave the neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house in ocean beach

House was perfect for our family of 5. Plenty of space. Lots of awesome outdoor space to enjoy san diego weather. So close to the beach. House was very clean when we arrived. Host provided lots of extras that most places I rent do not have. House made our trip perfect. Thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great proximity to the beach.

Had everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

Cozy home, close to the water!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gizele R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Bungalow

My family (7 adults) had a very comfortable stay at Margaritaville! The kitchen was well equipped with all the dishes, pots, & pans we needed. The BBQ grill was nice to have...we enjoyed dinner outdoors. The front patio was perfect for our family and pups to hang out too. The beach was so close you could smell, hear, & see it from the front door. The beds were comfy. We were able to walk to most places, including so many coffee shop options, restaurants & shopping. Parking for 2 vehicles was great but also had no issues parking a 3rd vehicle on the street (just be careful on Wednesday- no parking 7a-10a). Ocean Beach and Dog Beach are next to each other which was great for those of our group that didn't have dogs and perfect for the two of us who brought our pups along. The pier is closed right now for repairs but didn't stop us from enjoying the beaches and shopping. I was able to wash a load of laundry in the washer/dryer on the patio. The rooms are connected but easy enough to navigate with multiple access points. Water stayed nice and warm for all of us & there was plenty of towels (no beach towels). They had beach gear available for us to use...it was great having beach chairs! We took a few short drives to catch some other views, it was great to have a comfy spot to come back to. We opened the windows and it cooled the house down fast! It is a little older but was very clean. We called once to get help with the ac hose and they were prompt & professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Steps to the sand.

Love this location! You are a 2 minute walk to the beach. Abbotts market is a 1 minute walk and all the restaurants and shops on Newport are a 10 minute walk. We usually stay closer to the pier but we booked on Brighton and I’m so glad we did. It’s a quieter more family friendly area. The house has a parking space you can’t beat that! Really appreciate the little touches like beach gear and beach toys. Water pressure is great for the showers and the outdoor shower has hot water which was really nice after taking a dip in that cold ocean water. Honestly I would highly recommend this cottage for families or a small group. The only complaint I have is I wish the floors under the beds and couch area had been a bit cleaner. But to give the benefit of the doubt this is pet friendly cottage and we may have come at an odd time because all the previous reviews had stated how sparkling clean the cottage was for them.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great times at the a beach

We had another amazing trip with the family. I recommend this place to anyone. Very close to the ocean.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

OB/Dog Beach

Stayed here for a 3 day weekend and saw a concert in downtown San Diego. Great location, easy walk to the beach or the fun OB town area. 15 minute Uber to downtown SD. Cozy little place with a fun atmosphere, great for dogs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!!

Great stay with the family. Parents walked on the beach daily. We will be back !
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lando W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little getaway

It was really nice to stay so close to the beach! There were so many shops and restaurants within walking distance that we rarely ended up using our rental car! Aaron and his team were so helpful and responsive when we had a couple issues pop up during our stay! We even were running a little behind on the day we checked out and he worked with us and was super forgiving! Next time we visit San Diego we will for sure make sure we stay at one of Aaron’s properties!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Diego trip

Clean fun and close to the beach … beds are very comfortable … everything was very clean and I’d stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

awesome stay - steps from the beach

cozy place - awesome beach location - good for short term stays
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki Lee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick getaway

Great location and house for our quick little beach getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Clean, great location and accommodations
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Margarita was in a perfect location. Met the owners who were very accommodating. Beds were comfortable, right size friends first, family second. Nice front porch from which to watch daily comings and goings on Brighton Avenue. Close to main drag with shops and restaurants. Aaron, property manager, always got right back to me to answer my questions, sometimes helpfully sometimes not so much. Only criticism is no ice machine in frig and no dishwasher. Great place though.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, so cute, perfect place for us

Me and 5 of my friends stayed for a week at this adorable beach house. We spent the weekend crafting and going to local hangouts. There was always plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Staffan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation house

The house was great for a 10 day vacation with my teen kids. It was clean and had everything we needed. The parking in back was a huge bonus, as were the boogie boards! We cooked a lot but also walked to the nearby restaurants and cafes. The beach is just steps away, Ocean Beach is fun to explore, and location has easy access to get around the city. The check in/out was super easy and hosts were very friendly. A great vacation house.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The property and location are great. Beds are super comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. Patio is very nice. Outdoor shower to wash off after beach. The grill is very nice for a bbq. Easy parking.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

House was clean and location close to beach was what we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Area and Property

Great stay; had an amazing time with friends. Aaron is extremely responsive and understanding. Highly recommend to anyone looking to surf in Ocean Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023