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Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81255 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Belmont Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest 1

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Guest 2

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest 2 Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Hallway

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC

🌊 Coastal Luxury Retreat | Steps to Bay & Beach | Private Yard + Balcony 🌊
Discover the perfect blend of coastal charm and modern comfort at this stunning 2-story Mission Beach retreat! Thoughtfully designed with high-end furnishings, vibrant accent pieces, and unique décor, this home delivers an unforgettable vacation experience.

Step outside to your private ground-floor patio, where you'll find a lush yard, Adirondack chairs, a BBQ grill, and a custom-built outdoor shower—ideal for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Upstairs, the spacious living area opens to a large balcony with outdoor dining and bar-top seating for two, offering peek-a-boo views of the bay and the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience.

✨ Highlights You'll Love
✔ Luxury 2-Story Home in the Exclusive Bayside Cove Community
✔ Modern, Upgraded Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Eclectic Décor
✔ Mini-Split HVAC in Every Room for Personalized Comfort
✔ Peek-a-Boo Bay Views from the Balcony & Outdoor Spaces
✔ Custom Outdoor Shower—Perfect for Beach Days!
✔ Spacious Outdoor Deck with Dining & Bar-Top Seating
✔ Prime Location: 1 Block from the Bay & Across the Street from the Beach
✔ Walk to Local Shops, Cafés, & Restaurants

🌴 Explore Mission Beach & Beyond
Experience San Diego's most iconic beachfront neighborhood! Mission Beach offers a lively yet laid-back atmosphere with five miles of waterfront boardwalk, boutique shops, delicious restaurants, and the famous Belmont Park amusement park—home to the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster.

You're just:
🎡 5 minutes to SeaWorld
🦓 15-20 minutes to the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Downtown & SAN Airport

🏡 Important Details for Your Stay
🔹 Multi-Level Living – This home spans two floors and shares walls with neighbors.
🔹 Family & Group-Friendly – Accommodates up to 4 adults and 4 kids comfortably.
🔹 Community Park Access – Located directly across from a scenic neighborhood park.
🔹 Beach Essentials Provided – Beach chairs & an umbrella are included for guest use.
🔹 Enhanced Security – Equipped with exterior surveillance cameras & interior noise monitors for added safety.
🔹 Age Requirement – Primary renter must be 30+. If all guests are adults, each must be 30+ (families excluded).

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements
👑 Primary Suite | 2nd Level – King bed
🛏️ Guest Bedroom 1 | 2nd Level – Full-over-Queen Bunk Bed
🛏️ Guest Bedroom 2 | Ground Level – Queen bed

🚗 Parking Details
✔ 2-Car Tandem Garage – Fits 2 compact cars or 1 mid-size SUV
✔ Garage Dimensions: 6.2' H x 8.4' W x 32.1' D
✔ Additional Parking – Free street parking on Mission Blvd & public parking lot at El Carmel Pl

Departure Instructions:
As your beach getaway comes to an end, we kindly ask you to follow these quick steps before checking out. Please turn off all lights, fans, and HVAC; lock all doors and windows; start the dishwasher with any dirty dishes; leave used towels on the bathroom floor and beds unmade; and remove all trash and recycling. Don't forget to report any damages, issues, or upgrade suggestions—we truly value your feedback! Check-out is at 10:00 AM, unless a late check-out was pre-approved. Requests must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance. Thank you for staying with us!

TOT-639270
STR-00827L
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 639270, STR-00827L

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Belmont Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bahia Point Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Sports Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ruriberto's Taco Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC on May 3, 2026 start from $426, 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 Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Beach | New Build | AC located?

Located in Mission Beach, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission and Pacific Beaches, Mission Beach, and Mission Bay. Belmont Park and Bahia Point Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fabulous…… block from the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Great location. Property is as advertised. Parking is tricky- small car recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation getaway

This was a great place in a great location - wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again when I come to San Diego.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this home was perfect. Cozy and relaxing and very close to the beach. They had everything you need to cook with, and everything you could need at the beach. Very convenient and comfortable. We will absolutely stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property, perfect location!

Our family had an amazing time at this property. Everything you possibly would need is stocked. The little park in front was perfect for our kids. We will plan to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mission Beach

Fantastic property a short walk away from the beach and convenient to many great SD destinations. Super clean and modern amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This beach home is amazing!

We loved staying at the Surf Shack. It was clean and very comfortable. The beds were the perfect sizes, and the location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for families

Stayed there with my husband, two kids (infant & 2 year old) and my mother--everyone had their own space and enjoyed their stay. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

This property was beautiful and just as described- clean, inviting, well-appointed with all the comforts of home. Location was great and the rental process was easy and smooth!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place to Stay!

My family of 5 stayed at this property and I would highly recommend it! It is extremely clean, is in a great location, has all of the amenities and their communication was excellent. This property is in easy walking distance to the bay side and the ocean side and has all up-to-date appliances and furnishings. My entire family was happy to have stayed here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well be back

This is our third summer booking this home. We love it so much has all we need as far as beach toys, umbrellas, bikes, towels! It’s spacious, beds are so comfy. Washer and dryer and ac is always a plus. So close to bay you can watch the SeaWorld fire works from steps away! Beach not too far as well! Drift vacation homes who manages property are fantastic! They are a text away at all times!! 10 out of 10 we’ll be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

Fantastic Rental

Loved everything about this place. Super close to the bay and the beach. Easy to walk to places to get food. And the rental has everything you could need for a good time at the beach. And the place itself is beautiful. Inside seems brand new, and with two decks you can maximize your time outside. Will definitely be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and very stylish!

My group of 5 (4 adults and one child) stayed here for 5 nights and it was absolutely perfect! Great location, well stocked and organized, and I found myself thinking “I wish my house was decorated like this” in every area of the house! Nice furnishings and stylish decor. But most importantly, just feet from the bay! We went there a few times a day and each day and loved how close it was. We also went to Belmont Park several times, just a few short blocks away. A great place to rent if you’re looking for something in Mission Beach/Bay area!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

AMAZING vacation home!

STUNNING Home! AMAZING Location! IMMACULATE! Decor was incredible, simple & lovely! Only a few (short) blocks from the bay and beach. Walking distance to Mission Beach with incredible restaurants & trendy shops, and amusement center at Belmont Park. The park has a great variety of rides for children (& adults) ;) and fun shops! We went 3 times ;) Our home and stay was quiet & perfect, in every...way! Side note :) even the (well-stocked) paper products, kleenex, paper towels & toilet paper were top quality. ;) Favorite vacation home, ever :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

A gem of a property from top to bottom that is run incredibly well. The unit is very well equipped and organized for anything you need from cooking to BBQ to working remote to lounging comfortably. Our two kiddos 2.5 and 4.5 were very comfortable in the bunks. Location is amazing; walk to beach, bay, local MB offerings, and the park-facing patio adds some extra beauty and convenience. Nice to have garage parking for a car. Honestly one of the best short-term rentals we can remember over the past decade. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, clean modern house

Overall great stay and very helpful host. Location is very nice and walkable. Maintenance issue addressed same day. Only a couple minor issues. Namely the shower heads are not great in terms of water pressure and ease of use - would be nice to replace them with hose showerheads to make getting clean faster and easier. The bicycles are not in a good shape so you will likely need to rent one. But overall very clean and nice unit in great location with responsive host!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation Rental

My family and I stayed in this immaculate rental in August 2023. The floorplan and set-up was perfect for my infant, toddler, spouse, mother, and myself. My mother had her own suite downstairs separate from us and the kids. The bunk room fit a pack n play easily; I think it could have fit in the primary suite upstairs as well but we would have had to move a table and it would be tight. The pictures do not do this rental justice. The house is beautiful! It is professionally stocked and organized with anything and everything we needed. It was easy to just arrive and function. I wish my own home was so organized! The property manager was very responsive throughout our stay (no significant issues but nice they were responsive). The location is beyond perfect for any and all activities we wanted to do. Very short and beautiful walk to a playground, the beach, the bay, and restaurants/coffee shops. There are also bicycles, beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys, and a wagon for use. The garage is narrow as mentioned and fit a Toyota Highlander easily but any wider SUV would be tight. We will absolutely be back and cannot wait to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

YASHVEER B.

Excellent Property

We had a long extended family get together and an amazing stay - the property was very very well provisioned and we had a most delightful comfortable stay - Highly Recommended !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Eleni P.

Beautiful Vacation.

The townhome is perfect. Super clean and exactly as it presents. My family and I loved it. Beautifully decorated and steps from water. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Great location, clean, comfortable.

Family of 6 stayed here (all adults). The place worked well for our party. The location was great and the place was well stocked with basic pantry items. Plenty of dishes and cookware. The furniture (outside and inside) is great. An extra umbrella for the front area would be a really great addition. The beds were comfortable but the sheets are synthetic. Please please swap them out for 100% cotton! Great to have Air conditioning, which is key on hot days. The garage fit our Jeep and another small car but it’s tight. Lastly, having a park right in front is great for feeling like you have more open space.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

A Modern, Airy Beach Home with Location, Location, Location!

Our family vacations in SoCal every year, and “Bayside Cove Adventure” is truly a 5-star-standout. I was really impressed with the well-thought out amenities & little touches that made this rental feel like a home. It was impeccably clean when we arrived, which is one thing I’m very picky about. The home had well-stocked kitchen & pantry — from spices to cutlery and essential kitchen gadgets. Every closet contained a nice assortment of clothes hangers, and plenty of storage for luggage and other items; every bathroom was well-stocked with clean towels and spa-like shampoos,conditioners, and other amenities. We appreciated the modern, airy, sophisticated decor, the beautiful balcony (where we sat every morning with our coffee) and the outdoor kitchen and lawn area with a lovely little park in front of the home. We knew the location was good, but we were pleasantly surprised by how good and how walkable the area was. Mission Bay was one block away, and the ocean, Belmont Park and San Diego’s famous Beach Walk was two blocks from the rental. The entire area felt safe enough for late walks to the Beach Walk, where you could sit and make s’mores at one of the many fire pits located on the beach. The communication with the owners was 5-star as well. They checked in with us when we arrived and promptly answered any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

AWESOME HOUSE!!!

This small home was perfect for our family!! My sons, 11 and 16 shared the bunk room, my daughter 14 had room on first level with queen bed and my husband and I the master. The house is beautifully decorated and has everything you need!! It is VERY clean and organized ...we were so comfortable and happy the whole time! It is a very very short walk to the bay side and just a couple blocks from the beach. Location is PERFECT!!! You won't regret renting this home!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Amazing

Loved this place- everything top notch - had everything we could need, location was great and hosts were very responsive.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Perfect!

We had the best weekend! The house fit us perfectly and location was so great and so fun! We definitely want to come back and do it all again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steph S.

Beautiful home- Great location!

House was absolutely beautiful and the location was fantastic! Clean, lots of supplies and beds were comfortable! Downfall would be getting in and out of the garage with a midsize car (tight fit!) and communication was tough. I emailed and called a few times to no response. Other than that, we would definitely stay there again!!!

About the host

Hosted by Drift Vacation Homes

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Drift Vacation Homes is a company dedicated to putting the needs of our customers first. Our mission is to offer spotless accommodations that exceed your expectations. We understand the difficulties when deciding on your vacation rental and want to ensure that every listing is depicted accurately and transparently.

We are thrilled at the prospect of having you as our guest and providing you with an unforgettable vacation in stunning San Diego!

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