Sunken Living room with leather flooring, hard wood, fire on ice fireplace, TV
Location: Mission Beach, San Diego County, California, USA (Mission Bay, San Diego, CA, USA 15 Minutes from airport) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Keywords: Multi Level Glass House & HGTV House Hunter "On Vacation" premiere house - Glass House known as the SLEEK RETREAT
HGTV House Hunter ON VACATION GLASS HOUSE selected this 5 Star property as their premiere home. This house has been seen around the world. Also known as the SLEEK RETREAT.
This amazing property won "House of the Year” for many reasons including the multiple levels of modern interior design, high tech amenities and stunning location on the boardwalk of Mission Bay (ocean less than one minute walk away). The views from the living room are some of the best in San Diego with unobstructed vistas of the famous "Sail Bay", San Diego’s downtown, and the Sea World fireworks. From the rooftop there are 360 degree views, which include the ocean.
The “Sleek Retreat” is a 3,000 sq ft home, one of the largest on the bay. It includes a sunken living room, 25 ft stainless steel ‘Fire-on-Ice’ fireplace back lit by blue neon, black granite floors, and wet bars throughout. All of the interior design elements are strictly modern while offering a warm and comfortable tone. The living room has a wall that is completely made of stained glass. The artist who created the stained glass throughout the house is a prominent designer from NY who has had work featured at the Met. It is a striking edition to the house that adds color and vibrancy to the modern interior design.
A 45" HD LCD TV retracts into the stainless steel fireplace when not in use, or pulls out and turns to face the guests for maximum enjoyment. High deg home theater screen drops from fireplace / projector drops from ceiling. Multiple zone sound system into each room including ipod hookups. Full blackout curtains in living room & master bedroom suite ensure comfort and privacy. Electric Pronto controllers operate the stereo, lighting, blackout curtains and more throughout the house. The entertainment system is piped into every room. The office is attractively designed and comes complete with everything you need to stay connected on your vacation including wireless internet, fax, printers, scanner, etc.
The master bedroom is very spacious and accommodating. It has a Stearns & Foster bed for maximum comfort, large closets, plus wet-bar with refrigerator and sink. There is a large HD LCD TV and loads of movies available on DVD, cable TV and DVR. The master bathroom has a with a sunken Roman Carrera white marble tub that is 8 ft by 9 ft, 24k gold fixtures, and a beautiful stained glass skylight. This masterpiece is mounted sends a colorful display across the master bath throughout the day.
One of the best features of the Sleek Retreat is the huge rooftop entertainment deck with Jacuzzi. There are chairs on the roof for sunbathing in the day. At night the Jacuzzi lights up with a fiber optic display complete with surround sound stereo.
The unit has a large two car garage, plus there is plenty of extra parking in nearby lots.
Many stars have stayed in this house. It is San Diego's #1 beach house rental. Your friends will be in awe when they step into the Sleek Retreat. The property’s market value is in the millions of dollars. You will love it!
Note: We own other beach houses in the same area - call me for all the details.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : 2 Central Air Conditioning systems, ceiling fans, back up portable A/C
- Linens Provided : Everything you need! Luxury Calvin Klein sheets, feather pillows, down goose comforters, luxury towels!
- Washer : Private, top of the line Maytag washer
- Dryer : Private, top of the line Maytag dryer
- Garage : Large two car garage with remotes
- Off Street Parking : FREE parking in huge lot at El Carmel, just 10 homes south on the boardwalk - or another lot at Santa Clara
- Gas Fireplace : “Fire on Ice” custom fireplace with retractable TV just above it. Home Theater HUGE screen drops right above the fireplace.
- Beds
- King Bed : Stearns & Foster high end master bed with luxury sheets and pillows, massage chair in the master bedroom
- Queen Bed (2) : Extra comfortable with luxury sheets and pillows
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed : Sleeping mattress pad in second bedroom
- Convertible Bed : Two EZ Queen Beds that can placed anywhere in the house
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Custom 10 h.p. Jacuzzi on the roof deck with fiber optic lighting & 4 speaker stereo / CD player
- Sauna : Steam sauna
- Cable/Satellite TV (5) : All channels including all movie channels - DVR and access to hundreds of movies for purchase
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Dozens of movies on DVD and VHS
- Video Games : Karaoke machine with extra mic
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Dozens of CDs including 3000 songs on computer juke box Also, Karaoke machine with 2 mics
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Black granite counter tops with stainless steel appliances - all appliances BRAND NEW high end.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : With built-in ice maker
- Dishwasher : 2 drawer style
- Microwave : And convection oven
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : We can recommend a top class catering companies, please request a menu. We also have limo and entertainment services available.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Stainless steel BBQ with all BBQ utensils - rolling BBQ rolls to the bayside deck!
- Deck/Patio : Gated patio opens to the sand - teak lounge chairs and tables.
- Balcony : Full roof deck with teak chairs, roof top furniture & rooftop Jacuzzi - 360 degree views of Sea World, Downtown, La Jolla, Pacific Ocean and Sail Bay
- View/Location
- Beachfront : On the sands of Mission Bay - less than a minute to the beach
- Beach View : Full 360 degree view from roof top deck and roof top Jacuzzi
- Ocean View : Ocean view from the roof deck
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : On Mission Bay
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer (2) : Full access including fax, scanner, printer - FULL OFFICE
- Broadband Internet : High Speed wireless
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- A 12’ sliding glass opens the house to spectacular views of the Mission Bay. Friends and family rest on the sunken couch in the living room enjoying the warmth of the fireplace, a 20’ stainless steel “Fire on Ice” display. Multiple flat screen TV’s, DVD’s, and integrated stereo throughout the house provide premium home theater entertainment. The full kitchen is high end black granite. The sunken Roman Carrera white marble tub is 8 ft by 9 ft. There are 2 steam showers complete with 24 karat gold fixtures. Colorful stained glass above the tub acts like a skylight sending a gorgeous light display down into the bathroom throughout the day. The bedrooms have premium Stearns & Foster beds. The bedrooms, and throughout the house, is equipped with blackout curtains to ensure privacy at night, and allow for comfortable napping through the day. The roof deck is perfect for sunbathing in the day or warming up in the Jacuzzi at night. The Jacuzzi has fiber optic lighting & stereo bui
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Pets allowed with pre-approval - additional security deposit may apply
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Deep Sea Fishing, Whale Watching, Roller Blading, Hang Gliding, San Diego Zoo, San Diego Wild Animal Park, Sea World, Petco Park, Balboa Park, and Gas lamp District, Gondola Cruises
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$795 nt Winter & Off Season (3 night minimum)
$895 nt Mid Season (3 night minimum)
$1142 nt Summer Season (7 night minimum)
**** Holiday Rates slightly higher ****
We can help you with Weddings, Corporate Events, Modeling Shoots, Private Events
Call for holiday rates: (7/4)(9/1)(11/22)(12/25)(1/1)(5/26)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Hgtv's House Hunter on Vacation House of the Year-Glass House
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Mission Beach
All it took was one foot inside the HOUSE OF THE YEAR for me to say "I WILL BUY IT AT YOUR ASKING PRICE!" It truly has been an incredible experience owning the "The House of the Year" hosting the many celebrities and Presidents of countries. From Hollywood's biggest stars to local San Diego residents - the house has seen it all!
It's an updated Miami Vice Tony Montana sleek retreat. Everything from the large automated home theater to the 9'x8' Carrera white marble sunken tub - this property has every bell and whistle. Multiple decks on the boardwalk with 12' high sliding glass panels and 360 degree roof top elegance. Rolling BBQ, rolling bar, wet bars, multiple high def PLASMA & LCD TV's, $200,000 stereo & smart home equipment, sunken living room pit, granite dance floor, modern high end kitchen, electronic smart home lighting, shades, electronics, and more!
Most jaws hit the ground when they first enter this property! Nothing compares! Two huge rare GEO's are in the living room area - large garage for two luxury vehicles, everything is automated!
The house has only seen good times, events up to 150 down to private seclusion for Beyonce and J.Z. We know how to handle our guests!
Call me anytime to go over the many private details about this remarkable property!
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
You will have full concierge service available to you - the can be stocked with your favorite food and beverages, flowers, or anything you wish.
It's an experience to stay in a property like this!
Rent all types of boats, free parking lot, boat launch, food
The famous wave machine. Sit and watch as daredevils attempt to surf or body surf the wave. Great food, outdoor Miami style seating, music, dancing.
This is where the King of the Beach's office and beach rentals is located
Best food on the beach - Mention you're staying with the King of the Beach for special service!
Owner's Map of Mission Beach
I am the owner of 6 amazing beach and bay front properties. Been handling vacation rentals for more than 10 years and love servicing our clients. The King of the Beach and San Diego Beach King is truly designed to insure your vacations are loaded with happy memories and fun times! I can be personally reached ANYTIME!
Property Photos
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- Sunken Living room with leather flooring, hard wood, fire on ice fireplace, TV - Mission Beach Vacation Condo
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- Sunken Living room with leather flooring, hard wood, fire on ice fireplace, TV - Mission Beach Vacation Condo
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- Bayside deck with teak lounge chairs fully open glass panels - Mission Beach Vacation Condo
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- View of the Sleek Retreat - Glass opens to living room
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- Dining room with 6 chairs, 4 additional bar stools available
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- View of dining room, bar area
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- Bar area showing upscale kitchen, granite floor, mini desk
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- Master bedroom w/ massage chair, black out curtains, LCD TV w/ surround sound
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- Master bedroom showing wet bar, refrig, microwave, LCD TV, huge closet
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- Master sunken tub, huge dressing closets, atrium, master bath, view of Masterbed
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- Master bath, huge sunken tub, atrium, roof stained glass art, dual 24k sinks
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- Bedroom w/built in office, fish tank, LCD TV, large enough for our EZ Queen bed
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- Bedroom upstairs, private bath w/sunken tub, pull out folding bed, mini office
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- Roof deck 360 degree view, teak lounge chairs, sitting area, lighted handrails
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- Rooftop deck showing large deck area - we have 15 comfy folding chairs, Jacuzzi
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- Rooftop Jacuzzi, fiber optic lights, built-in stereo, 10 h.p., 360 degree view
Traveler Reviews (2)
Guest: Koddi Dunn
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Date of Stay: 05/05/11
Review Submitted: 07/27/11
The minute I saw the "sleek retreat" I fell in love with this house! I couldn't wait for my vacation stay to begin. After staying there a few days, I couldn't imagine leaving...and then once my trip was over and I returned home, and couldn't wait to get back! It is truly a dream vacation destination. The perfect place - the perfect space - waking up to the view of the bay, and then being just a block from the beach is just an added bonus! I hope to return soon, because the Sleek Retreat is the place for me! Mrs. Koddi Lester-Dunn "Even if you fall - fall FORWARD. Make every step count..." Check out the Lester-Dunn's House Hunters on Vacation episode on HGTV! http://www.hgtv.com/video/dream-vacation-in-san-diego-video/index.html
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Guest: Lucky
(Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11
Review Submitted: 06/23/11
The unit is very comfortable to stay in, the ability to open the front wall is outstanding. It is a great location, has a wonderful view and we found the owner to be extremely attentive and accommodating. it is a great place to stay
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
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