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Spacious 6BR near Balboa Park with hot tub, game room & room for 15 - perfect for families or groups

Family-friendly vacation home in San Diego with a hot tub

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Enjoy the hot tub, garage game room with pool table, darts and fun atmosphere.
View from the main living room to the formal dining room.
The main kitchen is full stocked and perfect to cook large family meals.
A gorgeous historic home walkable to Balboa Park, coffee shops, restaurants in an amazing neighborhood!
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 153173 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San diego, CA
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

4 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Dining area

About this property

Spacious 6BR near Balboa Park with hot tub, game room & room for 15 - perfect for families or groups

Host your group of 15 at this massive 3,200 sqft San Diego Craftsman! Perfect for big groups, this home features a hot tub, garage game room, and a backyard with a portable movie projector. Located minutes from Balboa Park, the Zoo, and Downtown, it's the ultimate getaway. Enjoy 6 bedrooms, 3 kitchens, and ample parking for 5 cars. Your unforgettable San Diego adventure starts here!

Walk to restaurants & coffee shops!


We are committed to ensuring you have a wonderful and private stay. We will not be present at the property during your visit but are always available to answer questions or provide assistance via the messaging app. Your comfort and privacy are our top priorities.


Nestled between the lively neighborhoods of North Park and South Park, this home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities.​

North Park is renowned for its eclectic mix of vintage shops, trendy restaurants, and craft beer breweries. It's a haven for foodies and art enthusiasts, with a vibrant nightlife and a variety of cultural events. ​

South Park, on the other hand, exudes a relaxed, small-town vibe with its tree-lined streets and historic homes. The neighborhood boasts a variety of independent boutiques, coffee shops, and eateries, offering a unique and authentic San Diego experience. ​

Being situated between these two dynamic neighborhoods means you're just steps away from some of San Diego's best dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Whether you're exploring the local art scene, enjoying a craft beer, or taking a leisurely stroll through the historic streets, there's something for everyone.​

Plus, with Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo just minutes away, and easy access to downtown and the beaches, this location truly offers the best of San Diego living.


Guests will have exclusive and private access to the entire 3,200 sqft property. This includes the house with all its rooms, the private and fully-fenced backyard with mature fruit trees, the garage game room, and dedicated off-street parking for up to 5 cars. Enjoy complete privacy for your group's getaway.

Welcome to the Palm Parkside, a massive 3,200 sqft 1911 Craftsman home designed for large groups, family reunions, corporate trips and retreats. Located between the vibrant North Park and South Park neighborhoods, this home blends historic charm—original stained glass, built-ins, and coffered ceilings—with modern amenities for the ultimate group experience.

Property Features:
* 6 spacious bedrooms & 4 full bathrooms
* 3 fully-stocked kitchens
* Large comfortable living room
* Formal dining room for group meals
* Dedicated workspace for remote work
* Central A/C & mini-splits in every room for year-round comfort
* High-speed Wi-Fi
* Master suite wing with living room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen
* Luxury Parachute linens, soft towels & high-end pillows/mattresses

Entertainment & Relaxation:
* Private backyard with a hot tub, fire pit, and twinkling lights
* Outdoor movie projector with a Fire Stick
* Garage game room with a pool table and darts
* Smart TVs, PlayStation, Nintendo 64, and a record player

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 15):
- First Floor:
* Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
* Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
* Bedroom 3 (Bunk Room): 4 Twin Beds & a Nintendo 64
- Second Floor:
* Bedroom 4 (Master Suite): King Bed, ensuite bathroom, private living room, and full kitchen
* Bedroom 5: Queen Bed
* Bedroom 6: Queen Bed with a Twin trundle

👪 Perfect for Families & Groups
-2 Pack ’n Plays, high chair, & kid-friendly dinnerware
-Books, board games, and bunk room with game console
-Fenced yard for kids or dogs to run around
-Walkable to coffee shops, parks, and museums
-Quick drive to SeaWorld, beaches, airport & downtown

🍳 Three Kitchens + More Comforts
-Stocked with cookware, dishes & serving ware
-Organic coffee, teas, sugar & cream included
-Luxury Parachute linens, soft towels & high-end pillows/mattresses
-2 full-size washer/dryers

📍 In the Heart of San Diego
-3 mins to Balboa Park, Zoo, Fleet Science Center & Museums
-10 mins to Downtown, Gaslamp, Little Italy
-15 mins to Coronado, Mission Beach & Airport
-Surrounded by walkable restaurants, cafes & craft beer spots

Whether you're gathering with your crew, reconnecting with family, or hosting a retreat, this warm, welcoming home makes it easy to be together — with plenty of space to spread out, relax, and play.

Book your stay now and make lifelong memories in the heart of San Diego!


Very accessible to public transportation, walkable to activities and food, and great area for Uber/Lyft.


GUESTS WITH DOGS:

Three dogs maximum! If you bring a dog you are required to pay a $150 pet fee.

We love dogs and have two furry children of our own. We please ask you respect our home if you bring your dog. Don't allow your dog to chew on our furniture or scratch the hardwood floors and please clean up after your dog before you leave. Please do not leave dogs unattended in the home.

GUESTS WITH CHILDREN:

There are 2 Pack 'n Plays and high chair at the property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-No smoking allowed on the property including all outdoor areas.
-Dogs are not allowed to be at the property unattended unless they are in a crate.
Minimum age to rent is 25.

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 647104, STR-06169L
Property # 3908383

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in North Park, a neighborhood in San Diego. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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San diego, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Balboa Naval Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • 32nd - Commercial Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Whistle Stop Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪UnderBelly North Park - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Grand Ole BBQ Y Asado - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 6BR near Balboa Park with hot tub, game room & room for 15 - perfect for families or groups pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 6BR near Balboa Park with hot tub, game room & room for 15 - perfect for families or groups?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 6BR near Balboa Park with hot tub, game room & room for 15 - perfect for families or groups?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 6BR near Balboa Park with hot tub, game room & room for 15 - perfect for families or groups located?

This family-friendly San Diego vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Balboa Park and San Diego Natural History Museum. San Diego Zoo is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for access to all the fun activities we wanted to do. The house is spacious, clean, comfortable; almost like home!The host was very accommodating to all our needs and questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for a group trip! Walking distance to many coffee shops, 15 minutes from all sites, and a safe neighborhood. It exceeded expectations and the hosts were super nice, helpful and accommodating! Would 100% stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adwoa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and the property was perfect for the group which spanned 3 generations! There was Something to keep everyone entertained while at the house, adults and children alike. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, clean and lots of amenities. Owner communicates well. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

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

Great property

The house was very beautiful. Tons of space and very well decorated. Has a great location to walk nearby to things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was excellent and 5 adults (work colleagues) easily had their own space and also a little down time playing pool. Would highly recomend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

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

Balboa historic treat!

While attending a business conference at the Convention Center, I rented this house for me and 4 coworkers. Easy, convenient location. And what a fantastic house! Best bedding of any property I have ever rented.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

A perfect way to spend some time in San Diego

We have a wonderful stay in this amazing house - such a beautiful home with lovely decor and amenities that were top notch. Room to spread out but still felt “cozy” to all of us. Location is central to everything - zoo, navy pier, Little Italy, etc - and the town just down the street is so charming with all the shops and restaurants you need for a relaxing visit. We especially enjoyed all of the fruit trees in the yard and the frequent hummingbird visitors!.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Great quirky (in a good way) property and pet friendly

Not your cookie cutter place. Historical craftsman. Lots of nooks and crannies that once you figure out is pretty functional. Fully updated. Walkable to restaurants and shops. Highly recommend for a unique stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Great Location, Nice House, OUTSTANDING Communication!

Aubrey's communication was top notch. I've booked a lot of properties for our business associates, but this was the first time I had zero worries - I knew if anything wasn't right she'd be on top of it. The guests all said the house more than met their needs, and was in a great area for the expo they attended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leda K.

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

Incredible property in beautiful South Park

We truly loved our stay at Aubrey’s beautiful house. We had a large group of adults convening for a weekend of birthday celebration, and the house was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, and felt like an incredible oasis. It had everything our large group needed, and guests were blown away by how stunning and peaceful the home is. Aubrey was incredibly responsive and helpful; would recommend this stay to anyone who wants to a piece of the stunning architecture San Diego has to offer in a stylish fashion. Close to the best restaurants and bars in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galo V.

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

Great heritage home with local activities

Gathered the boys for a relaxing trip away from daily life and this home away from home was the perfect fit for our needs.Backyard space is great for entertainment, formal living room and dining room allowed us to watch the game and play a little poker house game.Rooms are definitely under sold with the photos, especially the master bedroom upstairs which had its own kitchenette.You can tell at one point this was a multi family dwelling but being able to explore the house was like being a kid in a maze and brought a lot of excitement to the group.Kitchen had so many spices and dinnerware we didn't need to bring half the stuff we did for our night in.Thank you Aubrey for hosting us and we'll hopefully be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

janis m.

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

Such a Special Home!

This beautiful property had plenty of room for us to have our own space, yet also gather together. The outdoor spaces were fun for all ages and we really enjoyed the game garage and the firepit. Everyone commented about how comfortable the beds were. The communication with the host was outstanding and very appreciated. This was a really special, historic home that provided a great gathering place for extended family. There is a lot of traffic noise from 30th Street, but only family members who are sensitive to road noise noticed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Charming and great for a family gathering!

We recently hosted a family gathering of 10, and this house exceeded our expectations. It is a unique, beautiful, and historic Craftsman home that truly stands out. Once you become familiar with its charming layout and distinctive features, you appreciate how well it accommodates a large group. Despite its spaciousness, the house also offers plenty of quiet corners for those seeking some alone time. The backyard provided a perfect setting to relax, converse, and enjoy each other’s company. The location is excellent—conveniently close to stores, restaurants, and bars. Although I had initially been concerned about potential street noise, we found the house to be remarkably quiet inside. Aubrey, the host, was fantastic—highly responsive and attentive to our needs. I highly recommend this house for a family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Aubrey Carlson

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Hi I am Aubrey! I spent 10 years in the Navy traveling around the world and flying helicopters. My love for interior design, creating beautiful experiences, and enjoying the finer things in life has lead me here, to hosting people like you! I live with my partner Brad and two huskies in San Diego. We are environmental activists that love real estate investing.

Why they chose this property

One of the most beautiful and vibrant neighborhoods in San Diego! Nestled in between South Park and North Park and walking distance to Balboa Park. The home is surrounded by other beautiful homes and walkable to restaurants and coffee shops.

What makes this property unique

Built in 1911, and in the process of being historically designated this home is so unique and perfect for entertaining and large groups.

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