Top-rated for comfort â guests feel right at home here.
Beach equipment
A rare find â beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Mission Bay
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
San Diego, CA
Mission Bay
Place, Mission Bay
âŞ2 min walkâŹ
Mission Beach
Place, Mission Beach
âŞ3 min walkâŹ
Mission Beach Boardwalk
Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
âŞ3 min walkâŹ
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
âŞ14 min driveâŹ
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand
The beach is right across the street from this awesome 2 bedroom vacation apartment. Stay right in the heart of Mission Beach where all the action is. Belmont Park and the giant roller coaster are only a block away. Ideal space for a family of 4 people. Equipped with AC's in the bedrooms, a rare luxury in the beach area of San Diego. Garage for parking a compact car. Restaurants and shops within walking distance. Just 2 miles from Sea World & 5 miles from the airport!
Janet & Scott are your hosts. We are a husband and wife team and we live nearby. We own and operate Mission Beach Villas, a highly rated vacation rental management business in San Diego.
We are available 7 am to 10 pm to answer questions during your stay.
Our storefront rental office, Mission Beach Villas, is located down Mission Blvd only a mile away, so if you need anything feel free to stop by! If you have an early flight, you may stow your luggage at our office so you can go to lunch or hang out on the beach until check-in time. And if you have an afternoon flight on checkout day you may also stow luggage. Just coordinate these details with us and we are happy to accommodate.
Before your stay, we are happy to suggest our favorite restaurants, and tourist attractions and will help you get acquainted with the area.
The best thing about the neighborhood is that there is so much within walking distance that you may not need a car. Plus Starbucks is right in your backyard. (Literally 50 feet away!)
You could just take an Uber/Lyft from the airport (5 miles away), get dropped off here and you're at the beach! We have local restaurants, trendy beach bars, excellent coffee spots, and cafes all within a few short blocks. Sea World is just 2 miles away.
Recreational opportunities abound. There are several shops within walking distance that book excursions, or rent beach equipment including: stand up paddle boards, kayaks, jet skis, windsurfing, catamarans, sail boats, and water ski boats. Additionally we can hook you up with surf lessons, either group classes or private lessons.
We offer self-check in via digital entry. You will have private access to the unit so you may come and go as you please. There are no keys to lose, just a simple 4 digit passcode to remember.
If your family likes action, this location is the best spot of all of Mission Beach. It is right in the middle of the giant roller coaster area and a block from the main lifeguard tower.
It is positioned in the ⥠of Mission Beach, a gorgeous beach community on a super narrow strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and Mission Bay. Walk in either direction (West or East) and you'll encounter pristine white beaches. Both sides have wide boardwalks for bicycle riding or walking. On the bay-side you'll enjoy a relaxing sail bay with a calm atmosphere, while on the ocean-side you'll enjoy ocean waves for surfing and a lively beach scene. Either way, you'll call it paradise. We simply call it home!
This fun vacation rental is a ground floor apartment. You have your own separate entry. The space is 624 square feet.
The vacation rental features two bedrooms, one bathroom, cozy living room, and a fully supplied kitchen. There are queen size beds in each bedroom.
The kitchen includes a stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and a Keurig coffee maker. We supply you with all the cooking pans, dishes, and utensils you might need. There are the usual kitchen gadgets such as bottle openers and cork screws.
The living room comes complete with a flat screen television. It is equipped with Internet TV with Roku, which includes live local TV and Netflix. Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and many other channels are available with your own login credentials. What's more, there is free WIFI and plenty of outlets to keep you plugged in.
This vacation rental comes supplied with all the basics you'd expect at any hotel like a hair dryer and iron. Plus you have a kitchen and living room to enjoy. We think of everything you might need and even stock you with beach towels so you don't need to pack those in your suitcase. Why stay at a hotel when you can stay in the comfort of your own home in a friendly neighborhood? Vacation like a local.
Additional Beach Supplies: (Add-on Unlimited use of all/any equipment named below **) - Standup Paddle Boards - Beach cruiser bikes (helmets & bike locks supplied) - Tandem bikes - Baby seats and bike trailers - Surfboards (hard and soft-top) - Skimboards - Wetsuits - Inline Skates - Skateboards - Beach chairs - Umbrellas - Coolers
** Beach Equipment All-Access Pass! For an additional fee of just $50 per week for your group (you and your registered guests) will enjoy UNLIMITED access to all the beach equipment named above, including bikes for cruising down the boardwalk. YES, you read that right! Normally you would pay that to rent a couple of bikes for an hour or two. This will give you unlimited access during your stay. You will pick up the equipment in person at one of 3 local beach shops. The closest is at Belmont Park, just a couple of minutes walk from your unit. We have a special arrangement with this shop and you will be able to check out unlimited equipment each day with our special certificate we will offer you. (Each adult will be required to sign liability waivers and present ID /credit card for security hold at the time of receiving the equipment.)
AT THE TIME OF BOOKING the vacation rental, please let us know if you wish to add-on this amazing Beach Equipment All Access Pass to your stay!
To orient you here are some distances from the home: 100 feet to the ocean 2 miles to Sea World 5 miles to La Jolla Cove 4 miles to Historic Old Town 5 miles to San Diego Airport 8 miles to San Diego Zoo/Balboa Park 9 miles to Gaslamp Quarter
If you don't bring a car you will be fine. More than half of our guests have come without a car and all have gotten around quite easily. Restaurants, shops, and convenience stores are within walking distance.
It is less than a 10-15 minute walk to Belmont Park where there is a giant roller coaster, rides, restaurants, bars, and shops.
Uber cars are readily available for local transport at an affordable rate.
Riding bikes along the boardwalk is usually the most scenic way to get around and take in the atmosphere. Beach cruiser bicycles are available for rent by the hour, day, or the week. They also rent surfboards, wetsuits, standup paddle boards and a lot of other fun beach equipment.
There is also a bus stop that will take you to Old Town in minutes. At Old Town there is a major transportation hub where you can transfer to any other bus line or transfer to the Trolley (San Diego's metro line) which will take you downtown.
Due to insurance reasons, the person booking must be at least 25 years old to book and must upload a photo of government ID to the host within 24 hours of booking.
Please note that we have occupancy based pricing in our settings. Please select the correct number of people in your group at the time of booking to get the correct pricing for your stay. Keep in mind, if you add more people to your group after booking the rate may adjust slightly. There is an additional charge of $20 per night for each additional person after the initial 2 people. This keeps our rates low and affordable for our average group size for this listing and helps us charge an appropriate fee for the additional linens and utilities used by a larger group size. Thank you for understanding.
This property offers parking for one vehicle in the garage. It is a small single car garage that will fit a compact vehicle. SUV's will not fit and will need to park on the street or in a public parking lot. So if you're flying in and renting a car be sure to reserve a compact or even a sub-compact vehicle if you wish to fit in the garage.
Once you get here there is no need for a car so it's also ideal for people arriving via Uber/Lyft. The beach is just across the street and there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance.
This unit is on the ground floor of a 3 unit apartment complex. You have your own private entrance. There are double paned windows so with the windows shut and the AC running it can be pretty quiet. (However, if you're extremely sensitive to noise or are a very light sleeper this property might not be the right fit.)
A portable AC unit is supplied in each bedroom for comfortable sleeping.
Beach gear includes beach towels, bodyboards, and beach chairs. For anything else you need for the beach, there is a rental shop just a 2 minute walk away that rents beach cruiser bikes, surfboards, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, etc.
We can hook you up with a private bonfire on the beach. Includes set up and take down, portable steel fire drum, roasting sticks, hot dogs, and s'mores.
The vacation rental is thoroughly cleaned between each stay. However if you wish for a cleaning and change of linens during your stay we can arrange for the housekeeper to come for an additional charge of the standard cleaning fee. Please give us one day's notice so we can get this scheduled with the housekeeper.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
San Diego
Located near the beach, this apartment is in Mission Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego. Pechanga Arena and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are not to be missed.
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
âŞDraft - âŹ6 min walk
âŞSandbar Sports Grill - âŹ2 min walk
âŞDraft Coffee - âŹ5 min walk
âŞStarbucks - âŹ1 min walk
âŞRuriberto's Taco Shop - âŹ1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand?
As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand on Aug 31, 2026 start from $278, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand located?
Located in Mission Beach, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Mission Bay, Mission Beach, and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission and Pacific Beaches and Belmont Park are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
I never got my email from vrbo with check in info and had to reach out to the owner but they were super quick with their reply and info for check in. Parking spot was tiny and barely fit my car. Property was clean, great AC, so close to the beach, Starbucks seconds away, it was amazing. Highly recommend.
Monica A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adrian R.
Jul 15, 2025
Great place
My wife, seven year old and I really enjoyed our time here. The condo is close to everything Mission Beach has to offer. We would definitely stay here again!
Was a lovely Vacation Rental, Would stay again and Recommend to family and friends who visit San Diego, Mission Beach area. close to everything we needed . 10 out 10 .
Dawn H.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 18, 2025
Thanks for your rave review! We are delighted you had such a great stay and would love to host you again sometime.
Returned to San Diego to visit with friends and the house was perfect putting us right in the heart of everything in Mission Beach. The place was clean, comfortable and a great patio for relaxing and enjoying the grill and fire pit. Clean, comfortable beds and everything you need for a perfect stay. Looking forward to doing it again. Thank you!
This property is a two-flat and we were in the lower level. Property is very clean and comfortable. The beds were super comfy, too! We felt safe, and the neighborhood is very quiet yet so close to the boardwalk, amusement park and beaches. The hosts were super responsive to our inquiries (but there were no problems). The laundry area is secure with new appliances. This was a perfect place for us!
Perfect location for Pacific Beach, walking access to beach & bay. Fire pit was well used at night and plenty of places to eat & drink within walking distance, so much so we didn't even get a car for half the week. Highly recommended and will use again.
We really enjoyed our stay in this unit! The location was perfectly located and access to dining and activities was awesome! Loved the inviting patio and easy access to highways. The hosts were very responsive to inquiries and the unit was very clean. The only downside was that the unit had a musty smell that was a bit strong, which could be from being closed up until we arrived. I would only recommend a diffuser or air freshener of some sort. Other than that it was excellent!
Overall, had a really pleasant stay at this home. The pictures are exactly what you get in person.
The kitchen was very well equipped, even to make a good size thanksgiving meal, as we did! The beds were comfy. Plenty of pillows, blankets and towels.
The heater worked well.
The location is SO close to Belmont park and a cute street with lots of restaurants. Corner store is also a 3 minute walk.
It was a little challenging turning on the outside twinkle lights, but we finally figured it out. They are solar power based, so they didnât last too long. I imagine in the sunnier season, they last much longer.
Angela Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Andrea P.
Jul 3, 2026
Liked: Location
The property was clean and well equipped with anything you would need!
Andrea P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tara B.
Jun 22, 2026
Great location near Belmont
This is a great unit for a small family or a few friends. It's clean, conveniently located, and the host is very responsive. The garage is very small but overnight parking is nearby if needed.
Tara B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy W.
Sep 10, 2022
Beautiful home within walking distance to beach and bay
817 Island Court was perfect for our stay. It had a super comfortable bed and bedding with a portable AC unit in the bedroom that allowed us to sleep in comfort during a heat wave that the area was experiencing. I wasn't expecting the rest of the unit to be so hot and stuffy even with fans, but no one can control the weather and there just wasn't any breeze. Fortunately, the unit has a really lovely patio with plenty of seating and a gas grill, so anytime we were at the unit, we just hung outside. It was a really quaint little area with cafe lights and pretty plants all around. It was surprisingly really quite also. I expected it to be more lively, but we barely saw anyone which made it nice and peaceful. The patio is shared with 2 other units. There was a really nice family from Ireland that we hung out with here and there so it was fun meeting new people. The walls are thick too because we didn't hear them upstairs at all. The unit had plenty of dishes and cooking utensils, and I always love the shampoo/conditioner/soap dispensers. There was a hose outside which was convenient to rinse our feet of sand and get all of the salt water off our snorkeling gear. The garage is a pretty tight fit, but we didn't have any issues parking the compact car we rented in it. We just had the 2nd person get out before pulling in and left the door open since it wouldn't fit all of the way in. The unit is decorated so cute and beachy too with a lot of really pretty marine line artwork. The best is the location. We were right around from Ray's rentals and spent one day riding bikes all along the boardwalk. You are literally a minute walk to the ocean and to the bay. All in all, I would definitely stay here again. The hosts were excellent at communicating and check in and out was quick and easy.
Amy W.
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