Full of charm! "HUMMINGBIRD COTTAGE" is on quiet, safe street. 1,000 sq. ft.
Location: Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, California, USA (Walker's Paradise! Zoo, Park, Restaurants, Boutiques!) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: SAFE, Convenient, Cottage, Clean, Bungalow, Quiet, Zoo, Balboa Park, Hillcrest, affordable, Garden, Private, Good reviews, Adults, Restful,
10% discount in OCTOBER! Yes, you CAN really walk to the zoo in just 10-15 minutes. Quiet, safe neighborhood. Limit 4 guests. No Pets, no smoking. WELL supervised children welcome. Check out our excellent reviews.
No CAR? No Problem! MORE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE: Grocery, Pharmacy, Postage, Nightlife: Hillcrest: Pedestrian-friendly & named one of America's 'best neighborhoods'! Every type of cuisine imaginable is a short walk away in Hillcrest. Walk to TRADER JOE'S, Ralphs, & WHOLEFOODS. Five neighborhood coffee shops just a couple blocks away.
10- 15 MINUTES VIA CAR OR BUS: SEAWORLD, SAN DIEGO HARBOR, OLD TOWN, GASLAMP QUARTER, LITTLE ITALY, PETCO PARK, several BEACHES. 20 minute drive: DelMar Racetrack.
30-45 minute drive: La Jolla, Legoland, San Diego Wild Animal Park, Anza Borrego desert/mountain open areas and several casinos.
This home has been in our family 55 years and is well cared for, remodeled and affordable. It will become your home away from home. We've got many repeat visitors who love Hummingbird Cottage.
1,000 Sq. Ft. Craftsman Style Cottage, 2 bedrooms. Living room, dining room, remodeled bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. Lots of windows and views of palms, hummingbird garden, and the great Hillcrest neighborhood. Relax on the porch, or in the fenced secluded backyard.
WELL-SUPERVISED CHILDREN WELCOME. HUMMINGBIRD COTTAGE has seen several generations of our family grow up. Just keep in mind we've got some antiques and breakables in the house; little ones NEED TO BE SUPERVISED SO THE HOUSE STAYS BEAUTIFUL FOR ALL OUR GUESTS.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : Park in the driveway beside the house.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Great for dining "in" and relaxing. We ask that you leave it clean for the next guests, please.
- Deck/Patio : Table, seating for several on deck in the fenced backyard surrounded by palms, hibiscus, bougenvilla and bird life
- Communications
- Telephone : Local calls
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Fenced private backyard with deck & sitting area, covered front porch, QUIET safe neighborhood. Walk to grocery store, museums, restaurants, or catch the bus just two blocks away! Hundreds of books for your reading pleasure!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Some antiques and breakables. WELL SUPERVISED children welcome. Please don't ask us to redecorate or remove things from the home for younger children.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21 yrs or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Visit LA, Mexico, the mountain community of Julian, or La Jolla; Anza Borrego desert, numerous casinos, wildlife wetlands, winter whale watching.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sept.thru June:$155/nt, $865/wk, $3000/mo July - Aug. $185/nt, $985/wk, $3500/mo.
Check in: 3pm, Check out:11am MINIMUM STAY JULY/AUG:5 nites. Sept-June,4nites
Standard contract & deposit required to hold your dates
50% of house rental (plus tax) due upon reservation;
30 days prior to your stay, pay balance of house rental,+ cleaning fee & sec. dep.
10.5% tax. Sec. dep. is $250 (4 days to 2wks); $350 (3-4 wks.)
$70- $90. cleaning fee depending on length of stay
RETURN GUEST DISCOUNT
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
10% Discount in Oct. Safe, Clean, Sweet Cottage. Gr8 Review
Year Purchased: 1954
Why the Owner Chose Hillcrest
We didn't buy the home; but my Grandparents originally bought it because of the excellent climate and close proximity to both the ocean and the desert. My Grandfather loved to explore the desert areas, but also loved tidal pools and the ocean. The wonderful weather throughout most of the year made it possible for them to grow orchids and other flowers in the backyard, and as San Diego grew, they found that they were just a hop, skip and a jump from anything they wanted to do! Mission Beach is where they would take us to swim, but La Jolla was another favorite place for our family to enjoy the beach as well as art galleries and great dining. The architecture in the neighborhoods surrounding the home is a great display of Craftsman, Mission Style, Greek Revival, Spanish and Gothic. While situated in a quiet, safe neighborhood, this house is an EASY 10 minute walk to the Zoo, and to Balboa Park and all that it has to offer. A day or two can be spent in the park alone, examining plants, pools, gardens, art work and watching musicians, or magicians! Hiking and biking are available in the park area, as well....all just a short walk from the home.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Most of all, this is a well kept home, and we take pride in making sure that your stay is a good one.....the house is clean and the furniture well maintained. The yard is attractively planted and taken care of. This isn't a beat up beach house, or a super expensive condo...but a reasonably priced home where you will feel comfy and will be able to relax in a QUIET setting after a big day of exploring the zoo, seaworld, swimming in the Pacific ocean, or traveling up the coast to Torrey Pines. Come home to Hummingbird Cottage, grab a cool drink and sit on the front porch and listen to the parrots as they fly over in the evening, or feel the ocean breeze as it cools the evening air. Sit on the patio in back and watch the hummingbirds as you sip your morning coffee and orange juice and plan your day. Whatever you choose to do, you will be happy to come home to this cottage when your day is done.
Cool jewelry, artwork AND fresh produce, flowers and other goodies. Walk from Hummingbird Cottage to this great farmer's market Sundays from 9am till 2pm.
Seeking a place to sample Wines & Cheese? It's here. How about Sushi...it's here! Bakery goods? Yup..here, too! Trader Joes, Ralph's Grocery, Salons, Boutiques, Coffee shops, Thai Food, Ribs, Authenti
We aren't kidding when we say the zoo is just up the street from the house. You can walk to the zoo in an easy 10 minute walk. Balboa Park, too...lots of free stuff to do and see. You can spend two da
Museums, The SD Zoo, Historic Carousel, Miniature train, Free Concerts, Gardens and Botanical Collections, Walking Trails, Movie Theaters, Artists Colony, Reflecting pool, restaurants, amazing archite
Beautiful, quiet park graced by large trees and lots of birds. Serene, peaceful.
15 Minutes from house....restaurants, historic buildings, specialty shops featuring artwork, silver, clothing and jewelry. Learn about the original San Diego and how it came to be!
Another day of exploration and fun. Meet Shamu the killer whale and his friends here, see marine life and learn about the ecology of the sea. Fire works nightly through out the summer! 15-20 minutes
Swimming, Surfing, Kayaking, lounging on the beach and watching Sea lions or dolphins in the distance! Mission Bay is just 15-20 minutes from Hummingbird Cottage. A quiet beach you can enjoy with your
Tired after your flight? You'll be in Hummingbird Cottage in a jiffy...just 10-12 minutes from the airport. Rent a car and a GPS or use mass transit. We can tell you which bus stop to use. It can't ge
Funky OB.....enjoy the ocean and the atmosphere of this beach area. Then go back to your cottage and enjoy the quiet residential neighborhood.
Lots to do, see, eat and buy! Great shops and boutiques, seafood restaurants, places to sit and gaze at the harbor.
Just 20 minutes from Hummingbird cottage. Lots of meetings take place here......enjoy the bustle of downtown, relax back in your cottage afterwards.
Visiting a student at USD? They're just a hop, skip and jump from Hummingbird Cottage!
Natural area with hiking trails, wildlife and birds galore. A bit of the country in the city!
Owner's Map of Hillcrest
This home was purchased by my grandparents before I was born, and has been a constant in our family ever since. Summer vacations were spent here and San Diego has become a second home to us. The city, while large and very cosmopolitan, has a small town feeling; particularly the Hillcrest/NorthPark/UniversityPark areas, where neighborhood hangouts become familiar, people say hello as they walk by, and you get the feeling of having been here forever in a short period of time! My husband, who is a remodeler, spent 2 years remodeling the house and bringing it back to it's original condition as much as possible...while adding the conveniences people are seeking in a vacation rental. There are still family antiques in the home, and my Grandmother's baking dishes and implements decorate the top of the kitchen cabinets. Many great memories live in the backyard, where I would sit and draw flowers and birds as a child. In addition, we were San Diego Zoological Society members, and that's where I developed my love for wildlife, leading to my career training and working with birds of prey in Idaho. It's our hope that others will find this neighborhood and "Hummingbird Cottage" comfortable and relaxing in the midst of an exciting city with lots to see and do. Whether you enjoy the home with your children or as a quiet getaway for adults, we know you will find more to do in San Diego than you have time for! That's ok......just come back again!
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- Dining room, antique table & chairs, great garden view, w/pass-thru to kitchen
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- Sparkling new bathroom; tub/shower, lots of storage, & bright!
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- First bedroom w/Queen bed, ceiling fan, plenty of storage
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- Sunny breakfast nook overlooking hibiscus in backyard - enjoy a 'cuppa java'!
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- View from street: quiet residential community. Nice homes, great neighbors!
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- Second bedroom w/ two comfy twin beds, ceiling fan, storage, lotsa' light
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- Relax with the Hummingbirds amid the flowering vines and privacy!
Traveler Reviews (72)
Perfect, Peaceful Place to feel like home in SD
Guest: DD
(San Diego)
Date of Stay: 09/21/11
Review Submitted: 10/05/11
My mom came to visit me in SD for a week and we didn't want to be cramped in my apt. This quaint little cottage was just minutes away from me and was a great place for us during her stay. Walking distance to beautiful Balboa Park and plenty of restaurants, shopping and sights on nearby University Ave. We enjoyed just relaxing, making dinner and sitting in backyard sipping a cocktail. We even managed to see a few While I didn't personally deal with the owners, my mother said they were wonderful to deal with and made our stay effortless.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Home Away from Home
Guest: Carolyn Y.
Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 07/16/11
We are returning to Hummingbird Cottage for the third time this year. We have been thrilled with its pristine, peaceful beauty and lovely setting. The well-equipped kitchen allowed us to fix many of our own meals, and we were able to walk to Balboa Park's many attractions (Zoo, Science Museum, Bicycle Rental) easily. We loved to read on the patio, and the sunroom/breakfast nook was our favorite indoor location for coffee and conversations. The twin beds in the second bedroom allowed our two children to share a room without sharing a bed; very important to them! The cottage's location was perfect. Not only could one walk to the Hillcrest shops, but the actual street it was on was very quiet. Similarly, the bus stops two blocks away, but you can't hear it from the house. If steps are an issue, the cottage has only about 6 steps in front, and it helped that we could park in the driveway. There are only a few steps then, into a level house. This helped for bringing in groceries. (It is a short drive to the Whole Foods, on University, or to Von's; there are coffee shops and many stores within walking distance). Trish is a joy to have as an owner, very caring and efficient. She is also flexible and understanding, and an outstanding person. We would definitely recommend this property to a friend or relative.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing.
Charming Home Away from Home
Guest: Kathi
(Boise)
Date of Stay: 04/21/11
Review Submitted: 04/28/11
This home is nicely equipped and perfect for a family of four. It is small for a home, but great size in comparison to a hotel or even a suite. It was nice to have the full kitchen and the backyard for bbq. We used the washer and dryer for laundry while we were there and that was nice as well. The kitchen had everything we needed and was nice for a vacation home. The neighborhood is quiet and really is only a short walk to the zoo. We went to University street one night for dinner and walked to Balboa park another day for a fun breakfast. Really nice people who rent out this property and they were great to work with. Next time we are in San Diego we will definitely try to get this house again.
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Hummingbird Cottage - San Diego
Guest: snugglepotant
(Illinois, US)
Date of Stay: 12/15/10
Review Submitted: 01/16/11
Trish and Hummingbird Cottage were the perfect owner and cottage for my first time using a vacation rental! I picked a rental with many positive reviews as I believe peer feedback is the best indicator of the kind of accommodation experience you are in for. We had the same wonderfully positive experience. The pretty cottage and its' facilities were just as described and met all our needs easily, and Trish responded to all enquiries in a prompt and friendly manner. She provided us with detailed information about checking in/out and additional information about what to do around San Diego. We're hooked on vacation rentals now rather than impersonal hotel chains! We felt very comfortable and relaxed hanging out in the cottage in between sightseeing trips, like it was a second home. One review mentioned the house did not get warm enough. We came in similar circumstances - a rainy and cold week, but found that the main heater made the house more than toasty warm to the point where some people were in t-shirts! Hillcrest was the perfect base for a group of 25-40 something people to sightsee in San Diego. We ate at the delicious farm-to-table The Linkery in the next suburb, North Park, had breakfast at the local Hash House A Go Go with their enormous twisted American farm food meals, and got Thai take-away from Saffron in central San Diego which consistently wins best San Diego take-away (a short drive but extremely worthwhile). We went to the San Diego zoo which I highly recommend - after being to many zoos, this one was a fresh breath of air and had things I had never seen before. We also went to La Jolla to say hello to the seals and to Little Italy and the Gaslamp district for the farmers market and shopping (a bus goes from there right to one street away from the cottage). One day, we drove to the quaint mountain town, Julian and the Anza Borrego desert. Again, it was cold, rainy and foggy, but was a worthwhile daytrip. Thanks Trish and Fred!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Cosy Cottage
Guest: Barbie
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Humming bird cottage is as delightful as its name. Set in a perfectly, peaceful location and within easy access to Balboa Park and a variety of shops. The cottage and facilities are exactly as described and shown in the photos. We used Wholefoods and Ralphs for grocery shopping (there is a discount club card for Ralphs attached to the house keys which saved a lot of money!) There are lots of brochures, menus and maps in the cottage which were very useful. There are many wonderful restaurants in and around Hillcrest. We occasionally used the taxi service but we did have a car which I think is necessary, especially if you want to visit the Ocean,Gas Lamp and downtown areas. We had a wonderful Christmas and new year in the cottage and would highly recommend it to all.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Exactly as described
Guest: Chicago
(Chicago, Il)
Date of Stay: 11/10/10
Review Submitted: 11/21/10
We stayed for four nights in November and really enjoyed it. The house is impeccably clean, well stocked, and in a good location to everything by car. We were also able to walk to lots of things like restaurants, the store, the zoo and Balboa park. The owners were very easy to work with and gave good instructions for the care of the house. While there we went to the zoo, Balboa Park, Gaslamp District, the waterfront, Torrey Pines state park, Old Town for great mexican food...lot's of walking, what a wonderful city; we will be back!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Perfect San Diego Home Away From Home!
Guest: Christine and Dave
(Havana, Florida)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10
Review Submitted: 11/01/10
I have used vrbo.com previously on my vacation stays; most recently, last year in San Francisco. I must say, this charming house was beyond my expectations. It was just as charming as the photos depicted, but even felt like we were "home" as soon as we walked through the door! Hummingbird Cottage is such a perfect name for this adorable and quaint abode. Everything was picture-perfect upon our arrival; the house was immaculately clean and incredibly well-stocked. We did not want for anything during our stay. The location was absolutely awesome! We were never more than 10 minutes from everything on our itinerary. The neighborhood itself is gorgeous. We patronized several restaurants in Hillcrest and they were all excellent. There were countless choices for excellent dining, shopping and sight-seeing within a few steps from our front door. I would definitely stay here again and recommend Hummingbird Cottage to all friends and family thinking about a trip to San Diego. The owners provided excellent customer service; they are genuine and friendly and provided super information about the area to us before we arrived. We ate at Gulf Coast Grill, Cafe on Park and Hash House a Go Go (excellent!!!) in Hillcrest. We picked up our groceries at Ralphs and were very pleased with the prices. The owners made several high recommendations that I am so glad we followed: be sure to eat lunch at the Prado in Balboa Park and be sure to take time to see the Hotel Del Coronado. I personally recommend taking the tour of the hotel; it only cost $15pp and was wonderful. After the tour, we ate at the Sheerwater in the hotel; it was excellent. We also highly recommend taking a trip to the Point Loma lighthouse and Cabrillo National Monument. If you want to see some spectacular views of San Diego and like taking pictures; these are a must see. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time in Old Town and taking a tour of the (haunted) Whaley House. Our time ran out quickly and we were sad to say "goodbye", but we definitely plan on returning and staying again at this perfect home in Hillcrest. The owners were completely professional from the minute I called to inquire about their listing. A+++++, what else can I say?
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
stay 10/09-10/16/10
Guest: Kathy
(Nazareth ,Pa)
Date of Stay: 10/09/10
Review Submitted: 10/18/10
We loved your cottage and would love to return.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
Loved this home!
Guest: Joan
(Chattanooga, TN)
Date of Stay: 09/30/10
Review Submitted: 10/16/10
Hummingbird Cottage became my home for a week when my daughter got married in San Diego, and I could not have picked a better place! It truly felt like a home, with everything I needed to feel comfortable. I really wish I had been able to spend more time in the house during that busy week! And wish I'd taken the time to sign the guest book. The photos sold me on the house, and it turned out to be even better in person. Some great qualities about it: immaculate without feeling "sterile"; very safe, quiet neighborhood; walking distance or very short driving distance to many restaurants, stores, and the park; a private and restful back yard with a soothing fountain; and a cozy little breakfast porch. I loved having the TV behind the fire screen! The next door neighbor was extremely helpful and welcoming. Trish, the owner, was gracious and easy to work with throughout the entire process. She was helpful, answered questions, and in a notebook in the home she provided information about local restaurants and other nearby amenities. I felt as if I had met her in person! If you're there on a Sunday, don't miss the HIllcrest Farmer's Market a few blocks away. We got the best massages ever at The Knot Stop - definitely a do-again thing! Loved the Afghan Restaurant, Khyber Pass, on University near the over-street Hillcrest sign. So many fun things to do and great places to eat..... My daughter only lives a few blocks away, so the location was perfect for that week! Thanks Trish, for helping to make my mother-of-the-bride experience feel more like I was "at home" than an out-of-town visitor!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Relaxed and refreshed in San Diego
Guest: Kimstu
(Yorkshire, England)
Date of Stay: 08/10/10
Review Submitted: 09/08/10
What more can one say - Hummingbird Cottage is just as described. The house is very clean, spacious and well equipped. In a perfect location within a lovely quiet neighbourhood. Our friends who live in San Diego have already recommended it to their friends! Best eating we had was Shores in La Jolla and Urban Solace in Hillcrest. Trish & Fred should be proud of their home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
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