Front units share a grass yard, picnic table, and propane BBQ.
Location: Ocean Beach, San Diego County, California, USA (Near San Diego International Airport, Balboa Park, Sea World) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: House
Vacation in our charming home! Location is everything. Our home is steps to the beach and two blocks from the main street in Ocean Beach. Sun, surf, bike ride, and relax. This is the best that San Diego has to offer.
Only two blocks away, the tide-pools will enthrall adults and children alike. Take long walks along the romantic beach where the sunset disappears into the Pacific Ocean each evening. In the spring and fall, whales migrate just beyond the end of the local OB Pier.
We provide everything. The home is fully furnished and includes all linens. You benefit from our new remodel. The home has two master bedrooms each with queen-size beds. The home is very comfortable for four adults although it will sleep six because of a convertible bed in the living room. There is a full kitchen and we include cookware and dishes, as you would expect.
RESERVED PARKING IS ON-SITE. This is a big deal at the beach.
This is your vacation, so relax! Come back home with clean laundry -- our unit has a washer/dryer inside! TV, stereo, broadband Internet access, DVD and VHS player, and many more amenities. But take our advice, if you came all the way to San Diego, don’t stay inside. There are activities for all ages within easy walking distance.
Bring the entire family! You pet is welcome if it is well behaved. There is a large front yard, and world famous Dog Beach is only a short walk.
Activities within walking distance: Hiking, Biking, Tennis, Basketball, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Shopping, Restaurants, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling/Diving, Surfing.
Activities within a few mile drive: Golf, Amusement Parks, Museums, Boating, Sailing, World Famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Padres Baseball, Old Town.
Payment Options: Personal/ Business check, Cashier's check, Money Order, or Visa/MasterCard. A 10.5% city room tax will be applied to the rental fees. A $500 deposit will be refunded shortly after departure once the key is returned and the premises are left in an acceptable condition.
No cleaning fees or any other hidden charges! A $500 deposit and a return of the rental agreement is required upon booking. The balance of payment is due one month before arrival. Late payments will be assessed a surcharge of $100. For cancellation earlier than one calendar month before your arrival, 50% of the deposit will be refunded. All other cancellations will result in forfeiture of the entire deposit. We ask that you not smoke indoors.
Property has six cottages, consisting of two front units with a front yard, and four back units with a small courtyard. Additional charge for front unit.
Call or email for availability -- our calendar is synchronized across all our properties.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Front load washer inside the unit!
- Dryer : Dryer is inside the unit!
- Off Street Parking : Very important at the beach!
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Pillowtop queen bed in each bedroom -- VERY comfy!
- Convertible Bed : Futon folds out into a double bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- 1 block from the gorgeous beach where you can swim, surf, sunbathe, and watch the spectacular sunsets. 2 blocks from dog beach -- bring your pooch! Skate board park, tide-pooling.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
July, August, or Holidays.....$260/night....$1300/week 3-night minimum
May, June, September..........$239/night....$1150/week 3-night minimum
February, March, April........$225/night....$1000/week
Winter rate...................$195/night....$ 900/week 4-night minimum
$500 deposit, 10.5% San Diego TOT tax, NO cleaning fees, monthly rates available.
Reservation subject to terms and confirmation. Prices reflect cash discount.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach has a special significance for us because our first date was at the famous "Hodad's" in Ocean Beach. We now live nearby and our kids love going to OB to play in the sand, come for the "OB Street Fair" each Wednesday, or take a walk in the stroller down Newport Ave. to window shop. We find it to be one of the quieter beach areas (less traffic and fewer tourists than Mission Beach) and we love that "small-beach-feel".
The Unique Benefits at this House
We love the location. With two small children, having to drive someplace or walk far would be tough. But when we stay at our cottage, we can walk to the beach, to shopping, to dinner, or even the grocery store. We also love the beds -- they are so comfortable that we bought the same ones for our home that we live in!
Owner's Map of Ocean Beach
Hi! I'm Tobi (from Los Angeles) and my husband is Andy (from Oklahoma). We met once we were both living in San Diego and love it here! The cottages are our family's investment for our 2-year old son Micah and our 1-year old son Jake. We have made many upgrades since we bought them. We love to see our guests return again and again, and have had the pleasure of accommodating our guests for such special occasions as graduations, weddings, and births.
Property Photos
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- Front units share a grass yard, picnic table, and propane BBQ. - Ocean Beach Vacation Rental
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- Living room and dining area -- clean and new - Ocean Beach Vacation Rental
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- Bathroom - Ocean Beach Vacation Rental
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- Bathroom has a tub/shower so you can take relaxing baths, or quick showers!
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- This comfy futon folds out into a full-sized bed to sleep 1-2 more!
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- Each bedroom has a very comfortable queen bed with Egyptian Cotton sheets!
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- No need to spend money on restaurants for every meal, eat in!
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- Don't come home with dirty laundry, do your laundry at our cottage!
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- Kitchen has a gas stove so you can cook for the family!
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- Two units in front share a grass yard, picnic table, and propane BBQ.
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- Family at Tide Pools Two Blocks From Cottage
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- Wide Sand Beach One Block From Home
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- Four units in the back share a cement common area with chairs, benches & a BBQ.
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- Two blocks from Newport Ave. -- restaurants and shopping!
Traveler Reviews (73)
Clean, great location, friendly owners!
Guest: James1
(Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 09/01/09
Review Submitted: 09/12/09
My wife and I brought our 2 year old, our 5 year old, and our golden retriever to stay in this beach cottage and we all loved it. It was clean (my wife is a clean freak and she approved of the place), the beds were really comfortable, and it is close to everything. The owners left us some snacks and drinks upon our arrival, which was great after an 8 hour drive from AZ. We will be back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Cottages
Guest: Linda H.
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Date of Stay: 08/14/11
Review Submitted: 09/15/11
We had a comfortable visit staying in the cottages. The beds were awesome! The only issue with sleeping was that Ocean Beach is under the flight path so the plane noise starts early and ends late but that would not keep us from staying here again. The cottage was well equipped and everything was in working order. The location is definitely worth a little noise! Well within walking distance to the center of town and the beach and dog beach as well. If we were to stay here again, we would pay the extra for the little lawn area to have somewhere nice to sit in the late evenings. The cottage was also very clean and tidy. Thanks!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Fun at the Beach
Guest: sara j.
Date of Stay: 09/03/11
Review Submitted: 09/15/11
We found everything just as described in the listing plus extras like beach toys, beach towels, and chairs. The washer and dryer were important, allowing us to pack less. The rental process went smoothly and I would definately recommend the beach cottage to friends and family. We were actually discussing when we would come back and for how long while we were still there. We had 2 adults, a 4 yr old, and a dog in our party. Ocean beach had great waves for surfing and playing, and the dog beach was one of a kind and quite kid friendly. We were overwhelmed with how dog friendly the area is. We hardly needed a car because everything was so close. Be sure to make a stop at the Surf Rider Pizza Cafe (YUMMY). Newbreak coffee shop had an excellent Mexican Mocha, Daybreak cafe for breakfast, and Thai time for dinner. There were also music and arts festivals and an excellent farmer's market. We miss you beach cottage!
Recommended for:Families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Had Such A Great Time!
Guest: John
(Tempe, AZ)
Date of Stay: 08/15/11
Review Submitted: 08/29/11
The property was exactly as advertised: small, clean and comfortable, and very well-located in Ocean Beach. Lots of little touches, like plenty of clean towels (beach/bath), beach chairs and boogie boards for our use, helpful hints for restaurants and beach rentals, etc. The A/C units in both bedrooms worked great, and the beds were VERY comfortable. Perfect location to go back/forth from beach (1 1/2 blocks away), an easy 10 minute walk to dog beach, and 1-2 blocks from lots of restaurants, shops, grocery store, coffee, etc. Sleeping five with one bath was a bit tight, but the lovely front yard, picnic tables and gas grill added lots of extra space. Overall, fantastic stay, and we'd recommend Tobi and her properties to anyone. Will definitely come back!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
A Dream Vacation
Guest: FromAZ
(Scottsdale, AZ)
Date of Stay: 08/21/11
Review Submitted: 08/26/11
It was our dream to bring our two senior Labrador Retrievers to see the ocean for the first time. Staying at this property was perfect for us! As far as cleanliness and quiet goes, you cannot tell this is a dog friendly property. There is no smell of 'dog' in the cottage and no evidence anywhere, inside or out. The property is very clean and maintained very well and gives you the feeling of being right at home. Tobi and Andy were wonderful about answering all of my questions ahead of time and were only a call or email away while we stayed here. Our dogs are 80 pounds each and we felt this cottage was just the right size for us. Any more adults and we would have been cramped a bit. Be sure to plan on cooking at home during your stay because they've thought of everything. The house is well-stocked with modern appliances and cookware. Parking on-site is an added bonus and all the shops and redtaurants are very close by. Our dogs are 10 and 12 and walked everywhere daily, including Dog Beach. By the way, Dob Beach is a blast and has very clen water. We will most definitely be back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Wonderful Stay!
Guest: Nadja
(Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11
Review Submitted: 08/24/11
What a wonderful weekend getaway!! The cottage was spacious and in 3-minute walking distance to downtown OB as well as the beach; and overall, completely centrally located for those traveling with a car - major highways are within a 2-minute drive. We felt completely safe in the cottage and did not hear any noise from the street (neither traffic, neighbors, nor passers-by). The cottage is very well-kept and exceptionally clean (especially the kitchen and bathroom) YAY! The listing description and pictures were accurate and the owner was very kind and helpful! Tobi was quick to send information about the area as well as activities. I will definitely be referring this cottage to my friends and family. Thanks! Nadja, Steff, and Jan
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Looking for warm water, from Northern California
Guest: Taylor
(Mountain View, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/27/11
Review Submitted: 08/24/11
My family of five really enjoyed staying in one of the cottages during our first visit to Ocean Beach. They are so close to downtown and the beach, you can literally just park your car and spend your entire visit on foot. Thank you for a memorable experience!
Recommended for:Families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
California Dreaming
Guest: RAKA2
(Saipan, MP USA)
Date of Stay: 08/09/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
We are a California family who appreciates old Califorina style at the beach. The bungalow brings back those times, warm sunny days, nightime beach fires, eating nachos and sleeping in a bungalow. We especially liked the fact that we parked the car and thats where it remained for our entire stay, all that was missing was listening to wolfman jack on the radio. Keep it going for those who like the life style. I will be back.
Recommended for:Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Happy Repeat Renter
Guest: Barbra
(Porterville, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 07/26/11
We rented one of the front units with a yard and our friends rented the other front unit. It was the perfect way to stay. We never worried about bothering our neighbors because we were hanging out together. There is a picnic bench for each front unit that became our gathering spot and dining area. Our family of four: 2 adults/2 kids stayed very comfortably in the two bedroom cottage. My husband and I shared one room, 14 year old son stayed in other room, and 12 year old daughter slept on the futon. The bonus of staying here is everything that is provided. The kitchen is stocked with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, pots, pans, small appliances, and a washer/dryer. Beach towels, chairs, umbrella, propane BBQ, WiFi, TV, DVD player with DVDs, and very large rolling ice chest are some other of things that were provided. When you stay here you are merely a block and a half from the beach, no need to take the car and search for parking. (The on-site parking is great because the street parking fills up very quickly.) There is so much to do in Ocean Beach and the surrounding area that it would be hard to name them all. Newport Avenue has lots of shops, restaurants, and bars that kept us busy. If you like to people watch, this is a great place to stay. The one thing you should know is that the airport noise can get pretty loud but we were able to get used to it pretty quickly. Our kids love staying here which makes this a favorite vacation destination. We are looking forward to booking again next year.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Very nice
Guest: pippapapa
(Springfield)
Date of Stay: 07/13/11
Review Submitted: 07/23/11
Excellent, professional ownership. The house is a perfect Ocean Beach value accomodation-near the beach, clean, and well-appointed. Can't ask for more!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
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