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Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining

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Living area
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Room
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5833 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Adams Avenue Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ward Canyon Dog Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining

Intro Summary
Welcome to Purple Panache, a beautifully renovated 1920s North Park bungalow blending timeless character with mid-century modern style. This 2BR retreat features a private backyard with a fountain and deck, a fully updated kitchen, cozy bedrooms, and designer touches throughout. Walk to top cafés, markets, and restaurants in San Diego’s trendiest neighborhood, with Balboa Park and downtown just minutes away.

SD TOT 638534

– 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom (sleeps 5)
– Bedroom 1: Queen bed
– Bedroom 2: Queen bed
– Living room: Sofa bed
– Newly renovated kitchen with all cookware + coffee maker
– Open-concept living room with Smart TV + plush seating
– Custom dining nook with built-in bench + Sputnik chandelier
– Blackout shades, ceiling fans, and mini-split AC in bedrooms
– Full bathroom with bathtub
– Washer + dryer in unit
– Self check-in with smart lock
– Pet-friendly (guidelines apply)

Guests have full access to the entire home and private outdoor areas.

Things to Do
– North Park Dining + Shops — 4 min walk
– Balboa Park — 6 min drive
– San Diego Zoo — 8 min drive
– Gaslamp Quarter — 10 min drive
– Little Italy — 12 min drive
– Mission Bay — 14 min drive
– Coronado Beach — 17 min drive
Coffee & Dining
– Dark Horse Coffee Roasters — 4 min walk
– Working Class — 5 min walk
– Tribute Pizza — 6 min walk
– The Mission North Park — 6 min walk
– Kindred — 7 min walk

North Park is very walkable, with great food, coffee, and shops nearby. Rideshares arrive fast, and most attractions are a short drive. Several bus lines run through North Park and connect to downtown, Balboa Park, and the trolley system. Parking on our block is generally easy.

– Exterior security cameras are present (none in the backyard or inside the home)
– Registered with City of San Diego: STR-01003L
– TOT: 638534
– Long-term stays welcome
– Street parking is typically easy and free
Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement.
Renter Agreement must be signed within 24 hours after booking. For reservations made less than 48 hours before check-in, the renter agreement must be signed within 4 hours and check-in instructions will not be provided until the renter agreement is signed.
Minimum age to rent is 21.
NO Smoking. NO parties/events.
Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No child safety equipment or furnishings provided.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet Pet friendly
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Renter Agreement must be signed within 24 hours after booking.
Renter Agreement must be signed within 24 hours after booking. For last-minute reservations, agrmnt must be signed before check-in info will be sent.
NO Smoking. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 638534, STR-01003L
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

San Diego

Located in North Park, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is next to a golf course 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 wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Adams Avenue Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Ward Canyon Dog Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Morley Field Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Morley Field Dog Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • 47th Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lovesong Coffee + Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Moto Pizza House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪UnderBelly North Park - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining on 9 Jun 2026 start from £238, 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.

What time is check-in at Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Bungalow|Mid-Century Charm|Walk to Dining located?

Located in North Park, this golf holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Balboa Park and 2 mi (3.3 km) from San Diego Zoo. Adams Avenue Park and San Diego Natural History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host responsive, bungalow was charming and comfortable.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, clean, convenient, host very responsive.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Annette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was absolutely fantastic! We were two couples visiting San Diego for a weekend and could not have found a better location. This is a lovely house, convenient walking distance to restaurants and a comfortable, pleasant living area to come home to and relax in the evenings. We will definitely try to get this house again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jama B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and very comfortable bungalow. Great location to get to local museums and other attractions. Several nice and fun eateries in the neighborhood. The house was immaculate and well stocked with the items we needed. Would definitely book this charmer again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and clean. House had everything we needed and was in a great location.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and very responsive to any questions or issues we had.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was adorable and conveniently located. Loved the appointments and the beautiful, cozy, zen backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Soumya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy house. Loved the backyard. Very responsive hosts. Loved our short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay at this property. It was very clean and had plenty of natural light. Check in was easy and owners checked in with us regularly in case we needed anything. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had great communication. The home was extremely clean and perfect for our trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing details. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is located in a beautiful neighborhood. I was pleased with the communication between myself and the host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what I needed and in a great part of San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget & Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need there. Clear instructions from arrival to departure. Location was perfect for us, 10 minutes to the zoo, 10-15 minutes to mission Beach, and 10-15 minutes to Coronado Island. Overall would highly recommend and will likely return for another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lennon P.

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

Awesome spot

Great stay! Would recommend highly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an exceptional property - it is as beautiful as it looks in the photos. The house was clean and very comfortable. Lots of nice extra touches and quality linens and towels. The host’s attention to detail was much appreciated and differentiates this property from the others we’ve seen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is exactly what we needed location and all! The one down fall is the sand in the front that gets tracked all through the house. And the host asks the guest to clean to keep cleaning fee min.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us and for sharing your feedback — we’re really glad the home and location were exactly what you needed! I appreciate you mentioning the sand. The front yard is actually landscaped with decomposed granite, which is a common eco-friendly, water-wise material here in San Diego. We understand it can get tracked in, so we’ve placed door mats at each entrance to help minimize that, and we’ll look at ways to make this even clearer for future guests. Regarding cleaning: we never expect guests to “clean” the home. We simply ask that guests start the dishwasher and begin a load of towels before departure. This helps reduce the turnaround time so our cleaners can get right to the detailed work they handle professionally. Aside from that, the only expectation is that items like furniture are left where they were. We truly appreciate your note — it helps us communicate better and continually improve the experience. Thanks again for choosing Purple Panache, and we’d be happy to host you anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Great stay!

Me and my partner lived staying here. It was a comfy place with a very nice and private back yard area. The location is great for walking to grab a bite, catching a ride to one of the many nearby attractions, or just staying in and ordering some good food!I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

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

Excellent stay

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luci M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Cozy and cute!

Perfect location Host was very responsive Would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl t.

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

Great location

Lovely place - great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect. Everything we wanted to experience was a 20 minute or less drive. This house was clean and a good size for the 4 of us sharing. Great water pressure in the shower!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

San Diego get away

Cute place. It was very clean and had we been able to we might have checked in early. Very close to Balboa Park which was our main objective. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Fabulous

Great place and location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly T.

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

Amazing place!

Great location, cozy, functional and artsy. Well decorated, comfy beds, great shower, nice patio.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dean Burrows

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Purple Panache was designed by Dean to blend vintage North Park charm with modern comforts, and we want your stay to be as comfortable and memorable as possible. If you have any questions, message us!
– Matt

Why they chose this property

Rarely does one get the opportunity to enjoy a meticulously remodeled property, designed with the traveler in mind. A perfect blend of 1920's architecture with a Mid Century Modern flair. In America's Finest City's most popular Hipster neighborhoods - North Park and South Park.

What makes this property unique

Location. Location. Location.

Close enough to walk to everything, but just far enough away to avoid the noise and parking issues.

And the house and garden are beyond awesome.

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