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Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.

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

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Marina nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)

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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mission Beach
Perfect size for myself and teenage son very near the beach and lots of things to do. No AC so was pretty warm at night but the ocean is very close if you need to cool off.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022