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Experience the charm of a 1920's historic bungalow at Mission Beach Cottage, just steps from the boardwalk and beach. This cozy home features hardwood floors, Dutch-door entrance, and an array of amenities like kayak rentals, garage parking, outdoor shower for easy clean-up after water activities.

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9.0 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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About this property

ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. 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.

    Please know that this is not a new "cookie-cutter" condo. If you need to have everything "brand new", you should consider newer construction. Retaining Mission Beach history is very important to us. Thanks for understanding.

    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.

    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 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

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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

Pets not 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
Property Registration Number STR-00731L, 624162

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Belmont Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Aerial of Mission Beach in San Diego, CA
    Mission and Pacific Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach
    Mission Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Belmont Park
    Belmont Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Bay
    Mission Bay
    7 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bahia Point Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 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
  • Ruriberto's Taco Shop
    5 min walk
  • Draft Coffee
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING located?

Located in Mission Beach, this holiday home is steps away from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Belmont Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 242 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is perfect and the host is responsive. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David was very responsive. Property had a great location. Overall, a very good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erinn V.

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

10/10 Excellent

Katharine C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

10/10 Excellent

barry z.

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

Family stay

Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Beach house

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

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith O.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Erica S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debrea K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atomic A.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Great location

We had a great time in this lovely home. We walked everywhere. It was especially hot the week we were there but the fans in the home helped tremendously. I recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

We chose to stay here because of its location, it’s SO close to the beach. Vintage beach cottage full of character. Needs a deep cleaning. Very quiet, peaceful-we enjoyed San Diego. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Short trip

My family and I are from Minnesota and stayed here for the weekend cause we had a wedding to go to. We loved it, very very close to the beach and all the attractions around. Kids thought it was great with the bunk beds. Nice and clean. A spot to park your car/rental in the garage. We would/will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gia T.

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

Loved the cottage!

The cottage was perfect for me and my family. We truly enjoyed our stay. The location was awesome! I loved the fact that we were only a few steps away from the beach. My kids were able to enjoy the beach all day on Saturday. Weather was perfect. David was a great host. Whenever I had a question, his response time was amazing. Thank you, David, for allowing us to stay at your cute cottage. The Nakama's
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

Grew on me

Enjoyed the stay and the house great reading selections the beach chair came in handy tv took a minute to get just watched a couple movies on Roku but I mostly read when I was in a nice comfortable recliner would be an outstanding ad thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Patricia B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy W.

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

Quaint Beach House

The location of this cottage was perfect - walking distance to the beach and restaurants. The owner was friendly and responded quickly. Dave accommodated a late check out so we could enjoy nice weather before heading home. The home was clean and had great décor of artifacts and books and provided all the necessary household goods. The kitchen was stocked well, but the cooking items were very old. The beds were okay, mattress could be replaced/updated. This cottage and location was a great value for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023