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Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun-loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

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About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Mission Beach), this vacation home is steps from Mission Beach and a 4-minute drive from Mission Beach Boardwalk. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Mission Bay and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from University of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Belmont Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Point - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!

Tropical Retreat is now a monthly rental which means rates are lower per night so your vacation can be longer and in the same price range you would spend for a typical summer stay. One level, ground floor with a private patio, just 60 steps to the sand! Boardwalk and is just steps away from the sunset every night! Excellent location close to Belmont Park and within walking distance of all the attractions and eateries! This is a great value and very close to the beach, just steps away from the boardwalk. You will love our location. Only three doors to the shore, near the corner of Ocean Front Walk and Dover Court. Bright and sunny cottage-style unit with a big patio area and covered parking. We have two of these cottages sitting side by side. See photos that show two of each room and click on the map to see how close we are to the surf! Our Sandcastle is located on the beach OCEAN side of Dover Court in South Mission Beach, just 3 blocks south of Belmont Park. Enjoy grilling and dining while just steps away from the deep blue sea, the boardwalk, the beach, and the surf! Close to the action, yet quiet and relaxing for a peaceful stay. Your kids can play in the ocean right in front of lifeguard tower #12 in the summer months which is located right out on the beach where you will set up your day at the beach! Extra guests will enjoy the quality Sofa Sleeper in the living room, always a favorite place to sleep with the open beam ceilings and TV. The sofa sleeper is full-sized. This one-bedroom can comfortably sleep up to four. Lots of windows give this beach house character and a beach cottage feel. We love our furry family, but please leave your pets at home. We have a strict no pet-policy to keep our homes clean and allergy-free for all guests! The Famous roller coaster at Belmont park, local grocery markets, and oceanfront dining are all within a 2 to 3-block walk. Lots of bike, kayak, surfboard, and sailboat rentals are all nearby. Plenty of boogie boards and sand toys are available at the property for guest use. We have a guest laundry room with multiple washers and dryers that will help you pack lightly. Carport parking is covered and semi-enclosed. Check out all of the extra photos! Compare with others! This is the best value in Mission Beach! We would love to have you visit us! Activities nearby: Golf, Tennis, Theme Park Amusement Park, Zoo/Wildlife Park, Shopping, Sightseeing, Restaurants, Kayaking, Sailing, Boating, Water skiing, Para-sailing, Jet Skiing, Shelling, Swimming, Snorkeling/Diving, Surfing, Windsurfing, Biking, Wildlife Viewing, Fishing, Fitness Center/Gym, Health/Beauty Spa, Racquetball, Basketball Court, Antiquing, Cinemas/Movie Theaters, Live Theatre, Museums, Horseshoes, Miniature golf, Hot Air South Mission Beach, GROUND FLOOR, PATIO
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sharon Rose Davis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Surf Sun Cottage!
Tropical Retreat! 70 Steps to the Sand! San Diego
Tropical Retreat! 70 Steps to the Sand! Private vacation home

Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 128 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., Indianapolis Indiana USA

Liked: Cleanliness

2025 Six weeks visit with family

This is a great place for a retired couple who are also grandparents to rest, vacation with family in and around Mission Beach, Pacific Beach and greater SD, and play with our grandson on our patio or on the beach just steps away. The property has everything we needed to call it home for 6 weeks…full kitchen, grill on the patio plus a great propane “fire pit” for roasting marshmallows for s’mores! and for keeping warm while visiting on chilly January evenings!As with any home it had some maintenance surprises but when informed the owners were very quick to reply and repair. This is a quieter neighborhood than closer to Pacific Beach and very walkable to markets, restaurants and bars. Belmont Park is close but not too close to be noisy.We had a great time and want to come back again next year!
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Two Month Stay

Convenient to the Beach!
Stayed 60 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Vacation in July

Great place, great patio and perfect location to ocean, bay, restaurants and shopping. Parking is also easy which is key when at the beach!!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun stay

It was really good. We had some difficulties with parking when the maintenance people were there. Other than that it was great. It really is so close to the beach and shops. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa m., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We had a great time in this condo. It was a great location and very clean. It had everything we needed. The fact that there was parking is a HUGE plus. It is tight for larger vehicles but the other people that stayed in the condo were gracious enough to work together and everyone fit perfectly!!! We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanna U., Tucson, AZ

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very Cute for Couple getaway

The home is very cute for a couple. We are a family of four with small littles and it was too crowded for us. It’s a perfect location though! The house has very thin walls so you can hear everything from the rental above and to the side. The pull out couch was very springy but they had extra blankets that we were able to use to pad it. The home wasn’t very clean. The dishes had food residue, the toilet had caked up residue around the hood hinges, the floor didn’t seem like it was swept or mopped, and we kept finding random hair on the bathroom mat and towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S., Grantsville

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach House

Great property, nice and clean easy access to the beach with parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place to stay at the beach

This is a compact beach vacation cottage, not fancy or plush but comfortable. Close to the beach for walks and just a short walk to some nice dinners. Plenty roomy enough for two people. Very good king bed, and we slept well. Good shower and nice towels. They had a good Wi-Fi connection, which was needed as our Verizon cell phone service was bad (not owners fault). The walls are thin, however. Our neighbors were not sharing secrets, otherwise we might have learned them. A little noisy overhead. Thankfully, they quieted down at night. (And everyone in the neighborhood was wonderfully friendly.) Unit had a nice stove and fridge (I like to cook vacation breakfasts). So overall good. However, several little things could have made it more enjoyable. They did not leave enough dishwasher soap to run all our loads. Similarly, the clothes washer outside only had one laundry pod. The umbrella on the patio really needed some maintenance and oil, and was quite a chore to put up. Little things, but it detracted from what the unit could have been. Still, overall good place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Randy Russell Overland Park Kansas

We had a fantastic stay in SanDiego at Mission Beach! My boys loved the beach house and proximity to the beach boardwalk and Belmont park. Highly recommended for a spring break or family vacation in San Diego!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to beach

Small bathroom need to add a rubber Matt in shower. Parking is very tight! So small car suggested. Owner very helpful. A luggage stand would be good to add.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Thanks for letting me stay, loved the house and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, small rental

We loved being so close to the beach, and the outdoor patio would have been amazing but the weather did not cooperate. This is a great rental for a couple, but it is very small and the mattress on the sofa bed is badly in need of replacement. This neighborhood is super fun, especially with the beach path so close by. We saw dolphins and whales from the pathway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very quaint

We enjoyed staying here. It was close to the beach and restaurants. The owner was quick to respond to us with a minor issue and we appreciated that very much. We highly recommend this little bungalow. Hopefully be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome getaway

Perfect location just off the beach. Easy access everywhere we wanted to go and couldn't ask for more. Would definitely stay here again and the ability to book more of the house would be a great bonus with a group.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M., Lodi

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for quick weekend getaway.

We really enjoyed our time here
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as Expected

Start to finish was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ying Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy space

Love the parking space and locations of this property. I didn’t read all the information carefully so end up having to but shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion. They do y provide of that. The parking space is great but small.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Had a lovely week stay. Accommodation as listed and was great for us. Close to the beach and easy access to San Diego attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location to beach, easy to walk to markets and restaurants

Nice little spot with all the necessities . My only recommendation is if you are a light sleeper bring earplugs because you hear the planes flying overhead starting early in the morning
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, short walk to beach

Perfect for two! Nice and quiet. Nice selection of restaurants close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous location

This vintage style beach cottage is so close to South Mission Beach, and just a few blocks to Belmont Park, restaurants and little convenience shops. It was a very comfortable stay, with just a few things needing a refresh at this point in the season. The king size bed was comfortable. The bathroom has a nice size shower. It just took several minutes to get hot water which felt a bit wasteful. The kitchen is well stocked with dishware, glasses and cookware. The dedicated parking space was tight as all seem to be, and was very much appreciated. We were able to get a Chrysler Pacifica in the space, so quite doable. There is a great outside courtyard/patio as is typical for cottages in the area. We enjoyed watching the sunsets every evening, and once enjoyed dinner at the Cannonball on their rooftop space at sunset. I understand the owner has multiple properties in a row and it would work great for an extended family or groups of friend to rent multiple units being able to gather together and retreat to their own space. This might be something our extended family could do in the future! Owner/property manager was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini Beach Vaca

This property was great! Very close to Mission Beach and a nice walk to nearby amenities. Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joni S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Location is perfect, 30 second walk to beach. Everything you need to cook is in the unit. Comfortable furnishings. The only negative would be the lack of closet and dresser space. No place to put clothing that would normally go in a dresser. A suggestion would be to get rid of the little desk area in the bedroom, remove the nik nacks on the shelving there as thy are not necessary. Cute but not needed. Make that space shelving to put your clothing on.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beach getaway

Great place to enjoy the beach life! The patio hangout areas of all the houses in the area are especially great if you like to be social and see people coming and going. Steps to the boardwalk and beach, and all the entertainment and food around Belmont Park. Very nice place for a couple to relax for awhile!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022