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119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier

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Parking
3 bedrooms, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, internet
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Parking

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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

119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier

Summary:
Look no further, if you are looking to enjoy a San Diego beachfront experience that will keep you coming back year over year, at a price that won't break the bank.

Our house is located directly across from the historic Imperial Beach Pier (less than 100 feet to a sandy beach that goes on for miles), one of only three public piers in all of San Diego county. Its three stories tall, and has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a 2 car garage.

The Space:
The garage is on the ground level (obviously), and is stocked with all sorts of awesome beach toys so you don't have to bring your own, including wavestorm surfboards, boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrellas, and even a cooler so you can go relax on the beach and not have to worry about transporting your own toys, just enjoying your vacation, yet still have space to park your car in a secure garage less than 50 feet from the pier. Fast EV car charging with brand new Tesla charger gets you up to 42/miles per hour.

This house is all about location. Not only is it in a perfect spot to walk to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and get some drinks and tacos at Mike Hess Brewery, but 10 minutes by car (15-20 min by bike) to the famous Hotel Del Coronado, and less than 20 miles from, the San Diego Airport, Seaport Village, Little Italy, the Gaslamp, Petco Park, the San Diego Convention Center (home of ComicCon), and our world famous Zoo.

We've tried super hard to not only pick the best location but furnish the house in a manner that suits it's awesome location, with hybrid memory foam mattresses, upgraded GE Monogram appliances in the kitchen, new LG 4K HD LED TV's w/Cox Contour Ultimate HD package, all sports channels, HBO, Cinemax, Showtime, & Starz in the (65") living room, (55") master bedroom, (55") bedroom 1, (55") bedroom 2, a custom couch in the living room, a BBQ on the patio, blazing fast Gigablast internet up to 1 Gbps download speeds, high end toiletries, non-scarring toilet paper ;), and even keyless entry to the house, so you don't have to worry about losing the key in the sand, when you are taking your afternoon nap in the sun.

The Neighborhood:
The center of downtown Imperial Beach, steps to the pier, restaurants, hotels, surf shops, and award winning Coronado & Hess Brewing.

Getting Around:
There is parking in the garage, and plentiful street parking. A car isn't necessary, due to the proximity to downtown Uber is affordable, and most of your other needs are in under a 5 minute walk from the house.

Other Things to Note:
The house is also as kid friendly as possible, with two adult rooms with a King and Queen, and in the third room, double sized bunk beds (with pull out twin), allowing 5 kids to sleep in one room, perfect if you want to bring two families together for a great beachfront vacation. The bunk beds will support adults as well (top bunk 300 pound limit), so if you have a bunch of buddies looking for a surf weekend, we can make sure you have a great time too. Additional queen sized air mattresses are available in the middle bedroom's closet, to provide even additional sleeping if you have a large party, space to set them up is limited.There is also a full size futon in the foyer.

There is a playground located a couple blocks away at Reama Park, which is located at the corner of Elder Ave. & Second St.

Please check with local lifeguards about ocean water conditions. The beach is always open but there have been some recent water quality issues which is currently being worked on.

Refund Policy: All payment will be refunded minus the credit card processing fee %. All cancelations must be made 30 days before check-in date for full refund.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Imperial Beach, California

What's nearby

  • Imperial Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Diego Bay - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Las Americas Premium Outlets - 10 min drive - 11.3 km
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 11 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 14 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Palm Ave Trolley Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 21 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tin Fish Imperial Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Los Panchos Taco Shop - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Imperial Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from San Diego Bay. Silver Strand State Beach and Coronado Municipal Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

119 Elm Ave · San Diego Beachfront House 60s to sand, surf, pier Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jennifer g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fair
The house was great. Communication with prooerty management was good. However the neighborhood is really tight. Parking is tight! The neighbors were extremely loud all hours of the night which made it impossible to get sleep. I wanted the house because it was close to the beach as thay was our plans for the weekend. The beach however was closed due to pollution in the waters and had been for over a year. So do your research before you go to see if the beach is even open before you decide to stay. We had to drive to a beach 40 mins away which defeated the whole purpose of getting this house! Again the house was perfect along with communication! It was clean! Driveway and parking is tight though. If you have small cars or small suvs it would be ok. Definitely not for bigger vehichles!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie A., Quinby, Va.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Worked well for us. Fun place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norene B., Irving, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice and spacious for our group
The space worked out really well for 6 adults and 3 children (3-7). The stairs were a workout but who doesn’t need that? The pier was very close as were shops. It was very relaxing and lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
We had the best time! There was delicious food walking distance to the house, our favorites being Brigantine and Mike Hess Brewing for tacos!!! The house was perfect for our family of 6 (4 adults and 2 kids). I would highly recommend staying here. There's delicious ice cream across the street from the house. We had a great view of the beach from the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Imperial Beach stay
This property has a beautiful interior including floors, kitchen, and bathrooms. The home is very well outfitted including towels, beach gear and kitchen utensils and appliances which made it a great place to stay with our family. Beds were comfortable. I’d love to see an upgraded shower head in the master bath, but that’s really the only suggestion I have for the owners. Lots of steps so if you have older people with you, just keep that in mind. Otherwise we would definitely stay here again. Very convenient to restaurants, coffee shops, beach and a short drive to Coronado.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location right on the beach, easy to get to things!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Great house for the family and great location. We would recommend it to anyone and plan on staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property for larger groups!
Super clean, great condition. Everything was as shown in the pictures. Host was quick to communicate and helpful. The house had everything we needed! Steps away from the beach and pier. Great location for larger groups.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Holidays
We met with my son and his family for the holidays before he ships out. We had a fabulous time. We have stayed in Imperial beach before. The location of his condo is great. Right across the street from the beach and pier. The pier is opened back up all the way to the end once again. The Christmas decorations were lit every night and looked great. Can't wait to go back. If you stay here or at another location in the area please check the local church on your way home. They will take anything that is left over from your stay. Food, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Imperial Beach
Great house, well stocked with garage parking, in an excellent location. We walked to most meals, shopping, and of course the beach. Easy drive to Balboa, Coronado, and downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Exactly as shown in the listing. Beautiful property and neighborhood. Everything was within walking distance. We did go for groceries, and it was just a few-minute drive away. Loved everything about our stay! Would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JENALYN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem across from the beach
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home across the street from the beach and IB pier. The boys loved the bunk beds and the bed in the master bedroom was so comfortable. Having the garage was a bonus since parking around the beach can sometimes be hard to find. There are a lot of places to eat within walking distance. Whether you want to go surfing, walk on the beach, or just relax on the balcony watching the sunset, there is plenty to do and enjoy here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Great location, clean, modern, great hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful home. Nice accommodations and location is great.
Process was very easy and owner delivered everything promised and more. I would highly recommend property to everyone. Beautiful home with beach across street and plenty of restaurants and bars and play area close to beach for kids. Plenty room for hosting
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location!!! Amazing.
Amazing location! Comfy beds and truly amazing property! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiya N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Spring Break
The home was super clean and close to the beach. It is spacious and provided what we needed to cook our own meals and enjoy the beach. The owners have added great little touches of things you might not think of when traveling like beach towels and toys and board games for those evenings inside. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to othes.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this property very comfortable and cost everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family with teens getaway
We were a group of 7 people, 4 teen age boys and 3 other adults. The house fit us perfectly. The bed configuration was perfect. TV's in all the rooms was a bonus for keeping the peace. The garage is small, but we managed to fit a large Suburban on an angle into the space. The beach is so close that the boys could walk over. There are several restaurants along the beach, only a few can handle groups as large as 7. The area is beachy but overly touristy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location to the Beach & Restaurants
We liked this house and definitely recommend it to other families. We had two adults and two kids and it was perfect for our size, but would definitely hold more people sleeping wise. PROS: Close to beach & pier Lots of restaurants a short walk from house Washer/dryer 3 Bedrooms with extra bed options Upgraded appliances/water/ice in fridge Family games on site TV in all bedrooms and living room Garage for indoor parking Beach stuff to use (though we didn't use on our trip) Beds are comfortable Small shower gel and shampoo in each bathroom (which was nice for my son who forgot to bring stuff) CONS: The bedrooms face the alley which has a lot of activity from early morning to late evening, (big trucks making deliveries and people throwing trash in the dumpsters. ) You need to bring the trash across the alley to a locked roll up door. My husband said the door is really heavy and doesn't stay up on it's own, so be careful here. SIDE NOTE: There are a lot of stairs, (3 levels) this wasn't an issue for us but if you have bad knees, know that from entering you need to go up 2 full flights of steps to go to bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debabrata D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and excellent house
The location was excellent, and the house is well maintained. The hosts also provided board games and beach supplies which kept the kids entertained throughout the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Abundant amenities right near the beach
We had a great stay in IB at this incredible house! All the amenities you could want. Just a short walk to the beach, pier, restaurants, coffee shops and breweries.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian B., Scottsdale, AZ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place across the street from Imperial Beach!
We loved our time at this property. They really had everything that we needed. Especially loved having the surfboards and boogie boards. Communication was fast and easy and the property was clean, comfortable and family-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed for a beach rental!
The house was very clean, organized, and had a very easy check out process compared to others we have stayed in. We absolutely loved the location! It was a 2 minute walk to the beach which was never too crowded, surrounded by multiple restaurant options, and multiple parks for kids to play! We loved that parking was easy since it had a garage as well. It is added to our list of places to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location..
Great location, Great house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021