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Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand!

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A view from a window overlooking a parking area with palm trees and a building in the background.
A living room with a gray sofa, a wicker chair, a black rug, and a painting of a beach scene.
A coastal residential area with parked cars, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A two-story residential building with a white exterior, a central staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.
A living room with a grey sectional sofa, a black rug, a wicker chair, and a window with a view of buildings and parked cars.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Facing the ocean, this apartment accommodates 4 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It includes a separate living room and offers ocean views from the balcony. Enjoy activities like windsurfing and snorkeling nearby, along with access to golf and various attractions, including Mission and Pacific Beaches. The property is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Mission Beach Boardwalk
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand!



Villa Blanca is a beautifully restored six unit vacation rental apartment complex in a safe, tranquil, garden like setting steps to the beach and boardwalk. We refreshed the apartment in November 2025 with new flooring, paint, and lighting. All of the apartments are named after world famous beaches. Our 'Catalina' apartment is bright and sunny with spectacular white water ocean views. You can hear the waves and smell the surf! This spacious one bedroom, second floor, apartment is charming and bright . The large galley kitchen is fully equipped for making a gourmet meal or simply packing a picnic lunch for the beach. The grounds of the building contain a barbecue area and outdoor shower with beach toys and boogie boards. This upscale, family friendly neighborhood is a minute walk from every restaurant cuisine you can imagine, plus shopping, grocery stores, bars and all the boardwalk activities. Freeway access to all San Diego attractions is nearby.


If you're planning a family reunion, wedding, corporate event or are traveling with multiple friends or family members Villa Blanca is a perfect alternative to a larger house or hotel. The entire vacation complex can accommodate up to 20 adults plus children. The complex consists of two large buildings. Building one has two apartment on the second floor...a one bedroom/one bath and a two bedroom/one bath. The ground floor is the same..both floors have shared porches and ocean views. The second building has two apartments on the second floor with two bedrooms/one bath. Please contact us for further details if you would like to rent multiple apartment or plan an event.

See Homeaway listing #264488 for a look at one of our two bedroom units.

This unit utilized unmetered street parking.

We are dog friendly during non-Summer months, and no more than 1 under 50 pounds. Please disclose any animals traveling with you at time of booking. Thank you!

This unit (like most in the area) does not have air conditioning.

Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.

*Please Note that the minimum age to rent is 24.
No smoking
Our rental agreement includes a no tolerance policy regarding noise that disturbs neighbors, due to San Diego Quite Hours. Deposit forfeitures and/or evictions are strictly enforced. Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies before booking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
If you rent the complex parties and events are ok
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Pets

Pets allowed
Subject to approval of owner and not during summer
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to the uncertainty of Covid 19 we are asking for the smallest deposits allowed with final payments not due until 7 days prior to arrival.
If cancellation is due to Covid 19, 100% of the deposit will be credited to a new booking within one year of original travel dates.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 632022, STR-03261L
Property # 264468
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.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: If you rent the complex parties and events are ok
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

About the area

San Diego

Located in Pacific Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Valley Mall and Westfield UTC are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Check out an event or a game at Pechanga Arena, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Crystal Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Baked Bear - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mavericks Beach Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Crack Shack - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tower23 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪JRDN Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand!?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand! on 5 Aug 2027 start from £1,164, 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 Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly refreshed Beach Apartment..Steps to the sand! located?

Located in Pacific Beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Beach and Mission Bay 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. 35 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable in a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, would book again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
I’m going to start with the negative but finish with the truth! I did not notice that the condo had no air conditioning, I was also annoyed that after payments I was told because I had a 1 bedroom so I don’t get a parking spot, which is why I picked this because it said parking. I was also given the wrong code and had to call at 10pm - but the manager was very nice and helpful and answered. Because you have to keep the windows open it does smell like smoke, I think because someone below was smoking outside. Also the screen was half ripped out in the living room so scary something may come in. The truth: the location is amazing and we honestly only had trouble finding parking 1 afternoon when the beach was busy. But in the evening we got parking no problem. We opened the front and back door for a while at night and it cooled down fast, they had a fan that worked great in living room and the bedroom windows and fan kept it cool. The bed was good and the condo is clean. The living room pullout was not great but worked for my 20 year old son. The area is amazing you can walk to stores, coffee and great restaurants and the beach is steps away. For the price and with reasonable expectations it’s actually a great place and I would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Fairly clean property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Beach Vacation

Wonderful location, easy walk to the beach and local restaurants. Never had an issue finding street parking. My family and I will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short walk to the beach, restaurants of all types and Crystal Pier. Neighbors are close by, can hear them and their dog while in the apartment. Not luxurious or fancy but queen matress was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, Location, Location!

Really enjoyed my stay here--the location was perfect! The apartment was very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

This was our second stay, and we are already looking forward to next year. This property’s location is amazing, it is well equipped with necessities and extras to use during your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sisters trip

Loved this place! Perfect location to the beach and very nice area. Plenty of places to eat and go out and a quick 15-20min drive into the city/downtown! Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach stay

Wonderful location, 1/2 block to beautiful beach, easy walk to restaurants, grocery, anything you need. Apartment is nice and well appointed, everything we needed and beach chairs a huge bonus! Great communication with host! Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, minutes from the beach and board walk.

If we are back in the area, we would stay again! Property manager is on WhatsApp which was very helpful since we only had access to Wifi based communication. Just wish the weather was better!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pacific Beach getaway

Great location, very close to the beach and amenities such as restaurants and groceries. Generally quiet with just a little street noise off Mission Blvd. Will definitely rental there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Cute apartment in a great location in Pacific Beach just a 2 minute walk to the beach and 5 minute walk to bars/restaurants. Love that they had beach chairs available to use too! Would definitely stay here again next time we go to San Diego. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to beach

We enjoyed our stay. Property clise to everything walking distance. We uber to san diego snd la jolla a few times cheaper than getting car. Not much for outdoor space on propery but was fine as one block to beach
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was great. cleanliness could have been better. Parking was a challenge. Oven didn't work. Grilles on the heater & bath fan were disgusting.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
I forwarded this review to our property manager. The oven has been fixed….this guest did not let us know it wasn’t working so we didn’t have the opportunity to remedy that issue. Ceiling fan has also been replaced…the grate he mentions is made of metal….so this close to the beach it rusts literally every few months. We clean, paint and repair it frequently. During our busy summer season it’s hard to paint this grate. It’s now been repaired. Our one bedroom apartments do not come with reserved parking…..but parking in this residential yet urban neighborhood is unmetered and unlimited. So once you park you can stay in that spot all day….everything is close and within a short walking distance.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Good location

-Good location but a bit noisy-even with windows closed Not enough hot water for 2 consecutive showers 1 working burner on stove
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
I’m sorry this guest didn’t tell our property manager about both the hot water and stove issues during her stay. We are only hearing about these things in her review.....These issues could have been easily fixed. All of our apartments have large hot water heaters and standard four burner stoves with large ovens. Not only do we have a full time property manager who’s available 24/7 but we also employ a handyman who’s available to immediately address any repairs necessary during a guests stay. Just wanted to add that we just sent our handyman to the apartment. The water heater had been turned down so that was an easy fix...also all stove burners work but as the stove is gas the covers need to be lined up and this could have been the issue. If the guest had called this could have been fixed immediately.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream location

We loved it! It can get noisy with younger crowds nearby but that's really just how it is in the summer and in such a popular area with locals and tourists. Again, we loved it <3
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Getaway

Very easy to find and ocean views were great. Very clean and cozy. The only 2 things were parking first come first serve. The other thing was the cooking pans needed to be update and a few utensil were outdated. Overall it was great and can't wait to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Apartment steps from the ocean.

An older property that can use a fresh coat of paint, especially on the doors and wood trim. Could use new windows, as some of the screens were ripped. The property manager was prompt in bringing me a coffee machine , and light bulbs. Location was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2024
We are in the process after a busy summer season of doing paint and repairs to our properties.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Pacific Beach

Pacific Beach, like most of the So Cal shoreline is very, very densely packed with vacation stay options. The Villa Blanca on Chalcedony Street is one property in from the intersection with Mission Blvd. The parking on the street, while described as “unlimited” was largely taken by vans and small busses of beach goers that stayed parked for weeks at a time. The Villa is a building that harkens back to a former era of beach vacations. The property is fenced and grassy. The peeling stucco, broken blinds and holes in the screens reveal a budget approach to maintainence. There was a curious combination of clogged drains (addressed and re-clogged in a month) and a unique use of extension cords with multiple outlet surge protectors to power the fans, TVs and router to extend the small about of outlets in the bedroom and living room. The "welcome book" was markedly out of date. The woman who came to clean the empty units was very friendly and the contact to exchange linens. The walk to the ocean is less than 2 minutes while passing a number of other rental properties. The ability to hear the ocean occurrs between 2:30 am and 5:30 am when the heavy traffic, busses and sirens on Mission Blvd subsides. The residents were a mix of families with small children to partying youths to retirees. The occasional screaming and singing on Mission Blvd was generally kept to Thursday thru Sunday and ended by 3 am. The location north of the Crystal Pier was generally safer than the south side when daily fights and intoxicated problems were noted per Crimemapping.com. During our stay no cars were broken into on this street (perhaps due to the presence of the people sleeping in the vans) though that did occur both to the north on Law Street and on several streets to the south. The one homicide on the beach (September, 2022) remained under investigation at the time.
Stayed 61 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
It’s difficult to respond to this review which is actually four stars. I think this older couple picked the wrong destination. San Diego is a large, urban city on the beach. Our location in North Pacific Beach is very urban with a high concentration of hotels, restaurants, shopping and bars. The parking is unmetered and with high concentrations of beach goers daytime summer parking can be a challenge but frees up in the evening for our guests to snag a parking spot. Most local neighborhoods offer two hour parking spots that are controlled by a meter maid who marks and tickets cars…..so unlimited parking is very desirable. Our two bedroom apartments come with parking. We refresh, repaint and repair as needed but do more extensive repairs twice a year after our busy summer season and in the spring. This apartment just received those repairs and a new sofa.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property close to the beach, the only drawback is the parking, but that was communicated to us and we were prepared.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, Careful coming at peak season, parking is rough. Also maybe bring a small fan to help circulate the air. It can get warm some days. Everything went perfect from when first booked. Host responded promptly always, even cleaning person was great to talk too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Very cute, enjoyable place, easy beach access, no problem finding parking. We'd stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent PB location

True to listing - steps to Pacific Beach, restaurants, shops, grocery, snacks/drinks. Convenience when off-peak season street parking
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location

Wonderful apartment; we loved our stay here! The location is perfect, the apartment had everything we needed, tons of shopping and restaurants nearby and very close to the beach. Absolutely fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

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