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Iconic Mansion with Hot Tub, GYM, Arcade & Parking

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Open-concept living space with stylish seating and modern finishes
Charming exterior with mature trees and welcoming curb appeal
Private pool area perfect for relaxing under the sun
Spacious backyard with lush lawn and outdoor seating
Neon-lit arcade corner for fun day or night

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Iconic Mansion with Hot Tub, GYM, Arcade & Parking

Summary:

Step into comfort at this stylish 6-bedroom, 2-story townhouse nestled in a historic 1887 mansion, newly renovated for modern living. Enjoy a spacious private patio, fully equipped kitchen, fast WiFi, HD Smart TVs, a private gym and a hot tub! Sleep soundly on a king, queen, twin bunk, or daybed. Stay cool with A/C and rest easy knowing the space is professionally cleaned. Located minutes from Little Italy, Balboa Park, and top dining—your peaceful, San Diego retreat awaits.



The Space:

✨ HIGHLIGHTS

⌁ Historic Sherman-Doig Mansion, built in 1887, Renovated in 2024

⌁ 2 FREE designated parking and free street parking

⌁ Private Patio with Hot tub

⌁ Private Gym

⌁ New Red-Light Therapy Machine!



🛌 SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT

▸ Primary Bedroom - 1 King Bed

▸ Bedroom 2 - Queen over Queen bunk

▸ Bedroom 3 - Twin Daybed

▸ Bedroom 4 - Queen Bed

▸ Bedroom 5 - Queen Bed

▸ Bedroom 6 - Queen Bed



🛋️ LIVING AND DINING

▸ FREE WiFi

▸ HD Smart TV

▸ 6/3.5 FLOOR PLAN, so you get plenty of privacy and quiet.

▸ Full Size Kitchen with appliances and utensils

▸ Full Size Refrigerator

▸ Microwave, Full Size Stove, Oven

▸ Coffee Maker, Toaster

▸ High Ceilings

▸ Hardwood Floors

▸ All BRAND NEW FURNITURE



🎮 AMENITIES

▸ Private Patio

▸ 3.5 Full Bathrooms

▸ Personal Gym

▸ Arcade

▸ Hot Tub

▸ 3 Mini split units

▸ Linens and essentials: pillows, bath towels, washcloths, hair dryer

▸ Tableware: glass cups, coffee mugs, large plates, bowls, cutlery



Guest Access:

📲 Our tech-enabled properties offer self-check-in at 4 pm. You can contact our Virtual Front Desk via phone or Booking channel chat.

🛎️ We manage each aspect of your stay, so you can count on reliable service from booking to checkout, all while enjoying a self-directed experience, including:

▸ Professional cleaning

▸ Thoughtful design for your comfort and convenience

▸ Security protocols, including ID verification

▸ Care-focused technology for detecting noise and smoke



The Neighborhood:

🎡 Nearby Tourist Attractions

▸ Balboa Park | Urban Park | ⭐ 4.8 | 0.8 miles

▸ Gaslamp Quarter | Historic District | ⭐ 4.5 | 1.2 miles

▸ La Jolla Cove | Beach & Wildlife Spot | ⭐ 4.7 | 9.8 miles

▸ Old Town San Diego State Historic Park | Historic Site | ⭐ 4.7 | 2.8 miles

▸ San Diego Zoo | Zoo | ⭐ 4.8 | 1.5 miles

▸ Seaport Village | Shopping & Dining | ⭐ 4.6 | 1.5 miles

▸ USS Midway Museum | Maritime Museum | ⭐ 4.8 | 1.2 miles



🍔Nearby Restaurants

▸ Barbusa | Italian Restaurant | ⭐ 4.5 | 0.3 miles

▸ Ironside Fish & Oyster | Seafood Restaurant | ⭐ 4.5 | 0.5 miles

▸ Kindred | Vegan Restaurant | ⭐ 4.6 | 2.5 miles

▸ La Puerta | Mexican Restaurant | ⭐ 4.4 | 1.0 mile

▸ Mitch's Seafood | Seafood Restaurant | ⭐ 4.7 | 5.0 miles

▸ Ristorante Illando | Italian Restaurant | ⭐ 4.6 | 0.4 miles

▸ The Fish Market | Seafood Restaurant | ⭐ 4.3 | 1.1 miles



🛍️ Shopping Centers

▸ Clairemont Town Square | Shopping Center | ⭐ 4.2 | 8.0 miles

▸ College Grove Center | Shopping Center | ⭐ 4.0 | 7.5 miles

▸ Del Mar Plaza | Shopping Center | ⭐ 4.5 | 9.5 miles

▸ Fashion Valley | Shopping Mall | ⭐ 4.5 | 5.0 miles

▸ Seaport Village | Shopping & Dining | ⭐ 4.6 | 1.5 miles



🛒Grocery Stores

▸ Cuisinery Gourmet Market | Specialty Grocery | ⭐ 4.9 | 1.5 miles

▸ Gelson's Market | Grocery Store | ⭐ 4.7 | 8.0 miles

▸ Ralphs | Grocery Store | ⭐ 3.1 | 0.6 miles

▸ Vons | Grocery Store | ⭐ 4.0 | 2.0 miles



Getting Around:

🗺️ Our location in the heart of San Diego makes exploring the city easy and convenient. Here's how you can get around:

▸ On Foot: Enjoy a scenic and walkable neighborhood! Stroll to Little Italy for amazing food and

shopping, cross the iconic Spruce Street Suspension Bridge just 10 minutes away, or catch a movie

at the charming Cinema Under the Stars. Cafes, restaurants, and local markets are all within a

short walk.

▸ By Public Transit: The Middletown Trolley Station is just a 12-minute walk away and connects you to Downtown, Old Town, and the beach areas. Several nearby bus stops also offer easy access to the greater San Diego area.

▸ By Car: Quick access to I-5 and CA-163 makes driving around San Diego a breeze. You're only minutes from Balboa Park, the Gaslamp Quarter, and the airport. Free street parking is available, and we provide one designated space just for you.

▸ By Bike or Scooter: San Diego is bike and scooter-friendly with dedicated lanes and plenty of rental options nearby. Use Lime or Bird scooters for a quick ride to the waterfront or hop on a shared bike to explore the city like a local!



Other Things to Note:

▸ Guests are required to complete and sign a Short Term Agreement, which includes a virtual ID

check. After completion we'll send you instructions on accessing our property. Questions? Contact us

Anytime.

▸ Pet friendly stay: We welcome Fur babies at $200 per pet per stay. Please let us know in advance

or we will have to charge extra.

▸There's a $15 extra fee from the 4th person per night.

▸ Excessive outdoor noise is strictly enforced after 10pm. This is a peaceful neighborhood, so please

no parties! Thank you for understanding.

▸ The home has exterior security cameras, and excessive noise decibel detectors. This allows us to

protect you, the property, and the neighborhood from parties or other house rules violations. The

cameras are not located inside the home and only monitor the exterior of the property.

▸ Sustainability Reminder:

We are environmentally conscious and ask guests to turn off lights, appliances, and electronics when

not in use. Thank you for helping us conserve energy.

▸ Towel & Linen Use: Please use towels and linens responsibly. Excessive stains or damage may result in additional replacement charges.

▸ Trash Disposal: Kindly dispose of all garbage in the appropriate bins to help us maintain cleanliness for future guests.



Interaction with Guests:

Our tech-enabled properties offer self-check-in at 4 pm. You can contact our Virtual Front Desk via

phone or Booking channel chat.
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About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 USS Midway Museum 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.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port of San Diego - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ocho Mexican Food & Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bolt Brewery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Born And Raised - ‬7 min walk

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Amazing unit
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2026
Thank you, Zach! We're thrilled you enjoyed the great location and amazing unit. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In a great location (we were visiting Little Italy, so it was a convenient 15-minute walk to a number of restaurants and bars) - the host was super communicative, and the rooms all had their own unique charm. Would definitely recommend to a large group!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Thank you, Colleen! We're thrilled you enjoyed our location and the unique charm of our rooms. Your kind words about our communication mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you and your group back for another memorable stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Mariana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the host was super responsive and answered all our questions really quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the house. It was very clean. The gym is nice although we did not use it. We used the hot tub and the arcade. The beds were comfortable! We requested more towels and literally within the hour, we had new ones. We are already talking about renting it again next year if it is available.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

m6delia

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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