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Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels
Beach nearby, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat

Summary:
Welcome to our dazzling new condo, where every detail ensures your comfort and convenience. Nestled at the heart of Mission Beach and the bay. Newly updated with chic beach-inspired décor and furnishings, our cottage promises a serene retreat. Whip up delicious meals in the fully stocked kitchen, and rest easy knowing we've provided all the essentials for both bathroom and beach outings. Get ready for an unforgettable beach vacation filled with epic adventures.

The Space:
This wonderfully updated 1 bedroom 1 bath unit is located on bayside in Mission Beach just south of Santa Clara. Completely renovated with no expense spared you will not want for anything during your stay. Fully updated and stocked kitchen. This is the lower level 1BR and it opens into the courtside patio.

Living Room:
* Sleeper sofa (queen size can sleep 2)
* Roku Tv for app streaming services. ( no regular cable)
* Mini split cooling/heating system
* Open Layout

Kitchen:
* 12 drip coffee maker
* Gas stove range/microwave
* Cookware/ cooking essentials
* Dishwasher


Bathroom:
* Step-in shower (no tub)
* Shampoo/conditioner/body wash/ hand soap provided
* Towels
* Blow dryer

Bedroom:
* Queen size bed
* Roku Tv for app streaming services. ( no regular cable)
* Closet
* Ceiling Fan w/ remote

Outdoor:
*Seating area
*Shared bbq ( bbq utensils provided in kitchen )
*Outdoor shower for rinsing sand
*Shared laundry room

Beach equipment (shared):
*Beach chairs
*Beach umbrellas
*Boogie board
*Kids sand toys
*Beach towels ( in unit )

All you need to do is pack you bags! We will take care of the rest. This unit has been recently updated with new furniture and decor. You will love everything it has to offer.

Guest Access:
The grounds are a shared common area but each unit has its own set of outdoor furniture. Note your patio furniture is in the front of your unit.

The Neighborhood:
Mission Beach is an amazing coastal community designed around "courts" with all of the residences facing one another across a sidewalk. That design creates a cozy and homey feel (and also limits the amount of car traffic) making Mission Beach the ideal spot to "live at the beach"
Enjoy several miles of long, flat boardwalks for riding bikes or skateboards or just going on a stroll at sunset. Restaurants, bars and amusement parks are all within walking distance. And of course, the beach on one side to surf or the bay on the other for more casual water play (unless you decide to kayak, stand-up paddle board or sail...all rental options are just minutes away)

Getting Around:
Please note that there is no parking at this residence and street parking tends to be difficult find in peak season. You can always park in alleys (just look for breaks in the fire lanes or on Mission Blvd (Just check the street sweeping signs). If you head east on Santa Clara Pl towards the Mission Bay Aquatic Center, there is free daytime parking (not for overnight use). Next to Santa Clara is the Mission Beach Women's Club, which offers paid parking when they have it (look for the envelopes by the door. Finally, in a pinch you can drop stuff off and then park in Ventura Cove and grab a Bird scooter and jet back to the property. Most of our guests never use their car once on site since everything at the beach is walkable (or Uber-able in a pinch).

Other Things to Note:
There is a fully stocked kitchen with all items needed to bake, cook or grill, pots/pans, cookie sheets, casserole dishes, outdoor plastic dishes, knives, cutting board, blender, coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, salt, pepper, sugar, coffee, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, first aid kit, a/c & heat, wifi, Smart TV, hair dryer, iron, iron board, shared washer-dryer, luggage rack, hangers, extra linens, pillows and blankets, beach towels, beach chairs, beach toys, beach umbrellas, and patio furniture.

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.

Interaction with Guests:
We are a self-service destination (check-in details will be sent 3 days prior to arrival). However, we are also a full-service, professional management company (that has been a Superhost/Preferred Partner for over 4 years running) and we are just a phone call/text/email away and have agents that are almost never more than 10 minutes away should a need arise.

Property manager

Aaron Beard (Guesty)

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)

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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 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
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 STR-03469L, 627647

Property is also known as

New Luxurious Condo in Mission Beach Steps to Sand
New Luxurious Condo in Mission Beach~steps to Sand
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Ormond 3 · New Luxurious Condo in Mission Beach~steps to Sand
New Luxurious Condo in Mission Beach 100 Steps to the Sand Condo

About the neighborhood

Map
San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mission Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪World Famous - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat located?

Located in Mission Beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Mission and Pacific Beaches and Pacific Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan P., Oklahoma City

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
What a wonderful stay. The property manager was fantastic. Timely communication, and this may be the cleanest house we have stayed in. Such a short walk to the water. Fantastic restaurants nearby. If you appreciate chill and relaxed book here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim I.

Liked: Cleanliness
My go-to property in Mission Beach
I've stayed here before and I will stay here again. This gem is just as described. It is extremely clean, well maintained and very inviting. The bed and bedding are extremely comfortable. The air conditioning works well for the very rare occasion of a hot summer evening. The kitchen was outfitted with everything we needed. The shared laundry room was clean and easy to use. Plenty of beach equipment to take out on the sand. This property is in a prime location in a quiet neighborhood just 50 steps to the bay and 200 steps to the beach. It's on the narrower part of the isthmus so you will find things to be much less crowded than near Belmont Park or Crystal Pier. No parking for this particular property but we were able to always find a spot, even in the middle of August, on Santa Clara Point just two tiny blocks to the north (I didn't count the steps to the parking lot). Shout out to our host, Vacation Rentals by Aaron, for thorough, thoughtful communication always at just the right time. We never needed to reach out for an issue of any kind but I knew, if needed, Aaron and the team would be right there for us. Bottom line: Book this place now, before I do. And you know I will!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Gem, 2nd Stay
This little gem doesn't disappoint! Second time we've stayed here and we love the location and property. Aaron and team are great and very responsive to any and all questions. So close to the beach and local life Definitely recommend this place, you won't be disappointed if you stay here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

katie m., chandler, az

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family of three
This little place was great for my husband daughter and I. Cute, clean and great location! There were plenty of towels and beach supplies for us to use. There isn't really any closet space so if your someone who needs to hang their clothes up, this might not work for you. After going back and forth with finding a parking space the first two days we ended up just leaving our car parked and walking along the beach for the rest of the trip. It was a very short 4min walk to the beach and if we wanted to go to belmont park it was only a 15 minute walk or pacific beach was only about 20 minutes away. There is so much to do in these beaches, we rarely found the need to go any further.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Cute place in a great location! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get Away
It was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the price
We enjoyed our stay and the location is great as our daughter lives just a few blocks away. The place was very clean and had just about everything you would need. The noise from upstairs is more than we were expecting, especially when they came crashing in at 4am talking very loudly then having some extended “intimate” fun which we could hear quite clear. A few things that would cause us to give a full 5 starts: darkening curtains or roller blinds in the bedroom. There was quite a bit of light coming through and we had to use a blanket over the blinds to block it out, there were only 2 skillets that were quite small and had to cook in stages, the shower door is missing a screw causing it to not operate smoothly, the bedroom chair in the corner was not attached to the base causing a safety issue, the coffee pot has no auto off and we mistakenly left it on all day, lastly some distilled water for the iron would be nice so all the minerals don’t end up on your clothes like they did with mine. Other than that we do recommend this place and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We spent five nights at the condo. The proximity to Mission Beach is less than a block. It was lovely to spend time on the beach and walk the boardwalk. There is an amazing bakery close by- Olive’s- highly recommended the cinnamon buns. Aaron was easy to communicate with and did his best to accommodate us. The condo is clean and stocked with coffee, filters, sugar etc. Appliances are new and clean. There’s an outdoor shower to rinse the sand after a day at the beach. There is little space to unpack your suitcase as there are no dressers in the bedroom. There is a large closet, however. Perhaps some under the bed pull out storage containers would alleviate this issue. If you’re hesitating over booking this condo, don’t. It’s better than the photos and I could not have chosen a better location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
I stayed here with my husband while celebrating our 3rd wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint. It was very clean, quiet, comfortable, and in a great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, and the beach gives an amazing view. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaVonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Nice place, very clean and a great location. We'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar Location
Great location just steps from the bay and a very short walk to the beach. Lovely quiet outside patio space and well appointed kitchen. On site laundry was also a plus. Lots of amenities helped make the week relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
San Diego Stay
Overall it was great. I couldn’t figure out how to adjust the thermostat, but the weather was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
It was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Live like a Local
This apartment was renovated nicely, and once you figure out how to use the stuff, it was very comfortable (the A/c is also heat in the living room!). I enjoyed the location but if you have a car (and I did) it was sometimes a bit difficult to find parking; but if you are willing to walk a bit, not really an issue. The only issue I had was with the construction of the place, you hear every sound above you. Not to mention the planes. But I am a light sleeper and like to sleep until 8 am. The owner did make my life difficulty with lots of back and forth (no telephone conversations allowed) making things more difficult than they should have been. He did apologize and I believe he would be available if I had needed him. All in all, a nice place to stay where you can cook and not be at restaurants every night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristin M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely location…..
Lovely location nestled between the bay and ocean. Directions to the place were a little confusing to both myself and Uber driver but with the help of a kind woman in the rental office was able to find it right away. I was very sad all the outdoor cushions were not only rain soaked but filthy; pretty much the reason why I rented this unit was because of this potentially lovely outdoor space. I understand they’ve gotten a lot of rain but the sun was shining when I arrived and those cushions should have been brushed off and set to dry in the sun! The indoor space was great with a well stocked kitchen ( although ice in freezer was an old half used stale bag of ice I immediately threw out). I would also recommend better lighting; half the outdoor lights were burned out and minimal lighting inside with the exception of very bright overhead lighting ( can you spell mood spoiler) and the wall sockets were in hard to reach places as I wandered around wondering where to plug my things in. The hair dryer was filled with old hair and dirt rendering it useless and disgusting. First time I opened the closet door the entire door came off its tracking! I will close with saying the rental agency was very quick to respond to my calls; although most disappointed when they said there was nothing they could do about the wet/ filthy cushions outside. Believe a little more attention to cleanliness lighting ( including easier access to wall sockets) would help this rental imensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mission Beach sojourn
Lovely downstairs unit (we were there in off season and could hear walking around in upstairs unit but nothing too outrageous) within walking distance of ocean beach, bay and restaurants, bars, etc. Had a very relaxing time and enjoyed our stay. Management easy to communicate with and entry a breeze. Unit was clean and ready for us (acceptable size for two). Only negative- a bit of an odor when first entered but I attributed to it being closed up and needing some air circulation. Fine afterwards.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Z., Birmingham, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in San Diego
Great condo, great location, Cameron to ocean and bay and groceries and restaurants. Parking not bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose Anne G., Tempe, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Clean cottage near the Bay side of Mission Beach. Lots of restaurants close by to walk to also.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great stay!
This is a great property and will be on my "return" list. The property was clean, safe, and well-appointed. The bed and bedding was extremely comfortable making for plenty of good sleep. It is one of few properties that has air conditioning and, although we didn't need it, it was wonderful to know it is there (there have been other San Diego visits where I wished I had it!) Location is ideal with easy access to both the ocean and the bay and surrounded by plenty of decent restaurants and coffee houses. Don't skip this gem if it is available!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Gem
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. This bungalow had everything we needed, was comfy, and close to everything. The property was super easy to check in to and out of and the manager was very responsive to all our questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness
AZ summer heat escape
Great location and very clean property. Kitchen had everything we needed. The parking was a little bit of a challenge, but we usually found close in parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Westland MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
This has been one of the best experiences I've had. Being able to spend time with my 2 daughters (my oldest daughter lives here) has been wonderful! I don't think it would have been as great if I had stayed in a hotel. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love our stay
Will definitely be back soon! We loved the property and the location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for quick getaway with the Wife
This spot was the perfect location for my wife and I to explore Mission Beach and greater San Diego. Close to the beach and bay side, good local spots/decent restaurants, and other walkable amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This was everything we needed and then some. The listing is as it shows online and the location could not be more ideal. Steps away from the bay and the ocean and walking distance to everything you want to enjoy in mission beach. We had a great time and Aaron was a great host, easy to communicate with and very accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023