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Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖

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Adorable studio apartment by the beach
Queen bed
Comfortable new mattress
Dream
The Perfect studio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dog Beach
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Dog Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Pier
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖

Come escape to the beach and get away from the craziness of life. OB is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood with a fun SoCal beach vibe. You will be able to walk to great brewpubs and restaurants in just minutes. Stroll down Voltaire Street and engage all your senses for all kinds of delights and sights. Our studio is located in one of the most desirable areas in Ocean beach. No matter what direction you head, you will find yourself immersed in the pulse and grove of OB. Located only 3 blocks from one of the most popular beaches in San Diego and the famous OB Pier. Short-Term Residential Occupancy License: STR-06950L

Stroll down to the beach, or mosey along popular Newport Ave. OB offers new brewpubs, fun restaurants, antique shops, surf shops, surfing, taquerias, and great sunsets.

There is no A/C but being so close to the beach, you get a great sea breeze, but just in case, there is a portable fan (stored in the closet).

Perfect for a romantic getaway or road trip destination!

Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between stays and contact-free check-in. Check out our other units if this one is unavailable!

No house sharing when you book. You will have your own studio with privacy and a full kitchen. The best grocery store you can imagine is right across the way. We welcome you. If we do not have availability, please check out

If there is no availability, please look at unit # 7

https://www.vrbo.com/1614037?adultsCount=4&arrival=2021-05-21&departure=2021-05-25&unitId=2175336

OR

unit #2

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7532040?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:homeaway:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=7532040
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Quiet time after 10:00 please
Relax and have fun!

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-08578L, 632105
Property # 7689281ha
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

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Ocean 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Dog Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Beach Athletic Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ocean Beach Pier - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Reunion Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Plant Power Fast Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee And Plants - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harumama - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖 on Jul 29, 2026 start from $189, 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?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖 located?

Located in Ocean Beach, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ocean Beach Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mission Bay and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Mission Beach is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Francesca was a great host. The location was great, with walkable access to the beach and plenty of great food and beverage options. I love catching the sunset at Ocean Beach and some favorite food stops were the deli at the co-op, Mike's Taco Club, Rosemarie's Buns & Brews
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little haven was a lovely experience, close to central Ocean Beach and my friends who live there. Yes it’s under the flight paths but they soon became white noise; the unit was secure so I felt safe; the items offered in the kitchen and bathroom were very welcome; and it was an easy place to stay and find my way from. I recommend it to other first timers in OB in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana M.

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

perfect little getaway

Perfect little place for a vacation! We were very active during the day, and it was great to come home and relax in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M J.

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

Great stay

Great location. Just enough for what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cam T.

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

Comfy Cozy

Great environment. Great location. Felt very homey!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good area near everything. Was a pleasure working with Francesca.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonja H.

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

Perfect spot for my needs!

Cute spot! My unit looked even better than the picture. Simple studio in a great location. 100% would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Old appliances
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

A Hidden Gem With Endless Possibilities!

Exactly as described -Reasonably priced -Clean -Good accommodations & amenities -Very lovely neighborhood -Can walk to ANYWHERE!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
Thank you so much Emily for taking the time to write a review. I love Endless Possibilities!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great! Everything you need to stay for the weekend. Walking distance to dog beach and Newport ave. Bed was very comfy and clean. Plenty of utensils for cooking. Ocean Beach is a very vibrant and diverse community. A lot to do here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Toni C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not Quite As Expected

This property would be best suited for a young traveler living out of a backpack. On the plus side, the bed was very comfortable and it was a short walk to our friends' home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

OB

Everything I needed for short stay. Didn't Bring my dog but your dog feed seems ridiculous
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2021
Lisa, thank you so much for the 5 star review and for staying with us. And yes our Ocean Beach studios do allow guests to bring a pet for a small fee a night, so we do hope you will visit with us again with your dog, as the guest next to you clearly brought theirs.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Double booked

We arrived, put in the code from the email we had recently received through VRBO and were greeted by a noisy small dog. It was obvious someone was living there. We called the property manager who was apologetic and refunded our money immediately but we were still left finding a new place to stay…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location & worked for us since we just needed a place to sleep. It was clean, but it’s small and could definitely use some updating. It included beach equipment, but both of the chairs were rusty and broken. I communicated that to the host and they were very responsive. It’s also right under a flight path that started around 6:30am and didn’t stop until around 11pm. That’s obviously not at fault to the hosts, just something to be aware of. I felt it was a bit expensive for what we got, but in San Diego you’re paying for location. I like to walk and there’s plenty of stuff around to walk to- great coffee, food, beach, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I called it my “she shack” perfect for a single traveler. There is no AC so get the fans going. There is a fire station across the street which made me feel more secure. If you’re going to ocean beach often it is about a 15 minute walk. Overall a great stay and the hosts communicated. Just be sure to also be polite and communicate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

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

Anniversary weekend in OB

Had a blast! We love OB and this is our second time staying at this location. Super convenient to everything we need. Comfortable and cozy place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raynetta H.

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

A Great Little Hidden Gem

It was exactly what I wanted. It checked all the boxes for my needs. It taught me real fast how to parallel park but the unit itsself was fantastic!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Great apartment

Perfect stay for a quick trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Wonderful Ocean Beach

Loved Ocean Beach. Easy access to Balboa Park and the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

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

My thoughts

My stay was wonderful, despite the weather. Good location and close many places to eat, walking distant to shops and the beach. Ceiling lights above the bed didn't work and bathroom door really tight. Hooks on back door prevent it from fully opening, maybe replace it with a curtain.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

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

Great stay, cute spot

Awesome little spot in a good location. Wife and I stayed here for a weekend and had a great time, would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

Charming & Cozy

Francesca’s studio is charming. For a studio, it has a nice layout. It had everything I needed for a short stay. It is conveniently located near shops, restaurants and the beach. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
LOVE, LOVE this property. Walking distance to everything. Perfect space for my husband and I. We travel to SD 3-5 times a year. This cottage is going to be our perm home away from home. Francesca was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres C.

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

A great place to stay

This is the second time I stayed in this place. Best location, near to restaurants, coffee shops and beach.

About the host

Hosted by Francesca

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My husband and I are the owners and we enjoy traveling, laughing, the beach and of course, meeting new people. My husband is an International Pilot, so we understand why you love to travel.
During your stay, I am happy to be as involved as you would like: Check in with you, provide any recommendations, or help you plan your stay. Hands on or hands off, whatever you prefer.

Why they chose this property

The property is perfectly situated. The studio is super cozy, clean, and Zen. Grab a scooter or bike on the street and start exploring. Plenty of great restaurants and breweries for the foodie to explore all within minutes of walking out the door.

What makes this property unique

The studio is perfect, private, retro and close to the beach. Come stay at the Blue Door Cottage/Studio and we promise you will never want to leave. Close to everything one would desire when taking a beach vacation in San Diego and only minutes from the airport and downtown.

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