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ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING

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Front of Cottage just 100 feet to the beach
Living room with wood burning stove/fireplace
Bathroom with shower and claw-foot bath tub
TV room with one of many bookcases. Over 300 books in the house.
Boardwalk by house

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING


The former home of a writer and educator, this 1920's historic bungalow has been completely restored to provide a very comfortable stay at America's finest beach. Just steps from the boardwalk and beach (three houses from the boardwalk) and near Belmont Park and the Roller Coaster, the house comes equipped with all you will need for the perfect vacation. Kayak, beach chairs, sand toys, garage parking and an extra outdoor hot water shower.

Please know that this is not a new "cookie-cutter" condo. If you need to have everything "brand new", you should consider newer construction. Retaining Mission Beach history is very important to us. Thanks for understanding.

The master bedroom has a queen bed and flat screen TV. The second bedroom has bunk beds with a single and double. The comfortable futon in the living room makes into a double, where there is another flat screen TV. We also have a Pack N Play for your toddler.

The shelves are lined with over 300 quality books of all varieties. I keep the prices very affordable compared to any other stand alone house in Mission Beach, so it books out very well. Many people really like this historic-style cottage feel rather than 'all-the-same' condos that line much of the beach, and for good reason. The hard-wood floors and Dutch-door in the front provide a nostalgic step back in time, while enjoying the upgrades to the cottage over the years.

World famous Sea World is five minutes away and the San Diego Zoo is ten minutes. World class dining can be enjoyed in downtown's Gaslamp Quarter, a ten minute drive. Mission Beach offers nightly sunsets, biking, sailing, rollerblading, surfing, boating, a roller coaster and the country's most entertaining people-watching.

Book now, for the vacation you deserve.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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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
Non smoking only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-00731L, 624162
Property # 2572vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. USS Midway Museum and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Belmont Park and San Diego Zoo. 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 kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Belmont Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bahia Point Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Sports Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ruriberto's Taco Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Draft Coffee - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

As of 3 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING on 15 Sept 2026 start from £211, 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 at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ROMANTIC COTTAGE 30 STEPS TO OCEAN FRONT. INSTANT BOOKING located?

Located in Mission Beach, this holiday home is steps away from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Belmont Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 242 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location, and great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar 2026
It's always great to have you back, John!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had an awesome stay at David’s cute cottage! It was clean and so close to the beach and boardwalk. The parking and front patio were perfect. I will return!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2026
I'm glad you enjoyed the house!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great to have a washer dryer for sandy beach days. Great value.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2026
Thanks, Kevin. Great having you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jazmyn r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family vacation! Very cozy and great location. Host was really nice too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is perfect and the host is responsive. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ocean was visible from the front yard/courtyard sitting area. Beautiful sunsets! Maybe some general landscape cleanup i.e. weeding and patio furniture cleanup could be used. It was great to be literally 30 to 40 yards from the beach! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2026
The gardener is scheduled for the 17th. The early March rains sprouted the weeds really fast,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David was very responsive. Property had a great location. Overall, a very good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this cottage that is full of character and so convenient to the beach. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Walked into the house and was knocked over by the smell of mold. Migraine and asthma kicked in. Immediately left and requested a refund.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2026
This is a complete fabrication. There is no mold in the house as evidenced by many great reviews. Nonetheless, I immediately refunded her entire payment.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erinn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just returned from an unforgettable stay at this charming beach house, and I cannot stop thinking about the unbelievable location! Seriously, you could not get any closer to the ocean. Stepping out the door and hearing the waves crash right there was pure magic. If your priority is direct, stunning, and immediate access to the sand and surf, this property is an absolute dream come true.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2025
Thanks, Erinn!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

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

Beach vacation

Check in was easy, house is as advertised, and host was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine C.

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

Fantastic Location!

Great place for family fun! Located steps from the beach and a short walk from Belmont Park. We come back every summer because we love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very cute. It is dated but definitely adorable. The garage is a very tight fit. It was chilly one morning & the heater wasn't working. We contacted the owner & it was taken care of that day. We had an amazing week being so close to the beach was fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming house with a quick easy walk to the beach. It is an older home, classic for the area, so no A/C (but plenty of fans) or dishwasher, but we've been here many times and love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location; lots of character; plenty of space including washer and dryer; the kitchen needs a few items but it's fine for beach living for a week and there are plenty of places to walk to get coffee and breakfast so no need to cook anyway. Parking in the garage is a real plus, but the car has to be small to fit. Mission Beach is very crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

barry z.

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

Family stay

Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gregory m.

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

small cozy beach house

very cozy and close to everything. awesome place to stay with family or friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Beach house

This was our third time here. It’s a great location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

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

Awesome trip!

Love this cute little cottage by the beach!.. my family and I have stayed here every year for the last 3 years! Perfect location for all the activities!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Great stay by the beach

Great location, Owner was responsive & great to work with. No issues & a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R M.

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

Beach weekend

Great little place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you, Anthony. I hope you can come again some day Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Our family’s favorite tradition

We’ve been staying at the beach cottage for a few years now. My kiddos were devastated when we couldn’t come last year, so it was super important to us to be able to come back this summer. We made the best memories together and just adore the originality of the home. The location is perfect and the accommodations are always incredible. Feels like our home away from home Thank you for having us, David!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherma G.

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

Nice beach house

Kids love the location stayed here at the house 4 different occasions Look forward to the next time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

enrique p.

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

Memorable stay

Very comfortable unit. Close to the beach and Belmont park. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith O.

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

Mission Bay Vacation

Location is great but the weather did not allow us to spend time at the beach It was very easy to get to all the recommended activies
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dave

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I first moved to San Diego to go to San Diego State University and landed in Mission Beach, thinking 'why would I ever want to leave here'. My wife and I lived in the house for many years and we will always keep it as it is instead of building condos on the property. We will return to the house at some point, but for now we enjoy having others enjoy the beach life.

Why they chose this property

One thing that attracted me to buy this house is its location so close to the beach and boardwalk. And it is a single family home with no attached homes, on its own lot. We also loved the historic value in an era when so many others are building new condos.

What makes this property unique

Having a single-family house on its own lot is a huge benefit. There are no common walls and you aren't sharing the yard with anyone. The proximity to the boardwalk and sand is a big plus, too, for a fraction of the price of the oceanfront properties which have very little privacy.

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