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Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC

Family-friendly holiday home with a water park, near San Diego Zoo

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, UC San Diego Health
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC

Stunning Grand Villa in the perfect Location with Amazing Amenities!!

Relax and recharge in this beautifully designed home featuring a hot tub, soaking tub, peaceful Zen garden, fully fenced yard, gated parking, luxury Posturepedic mattresses, grill, central A/C, fast WiFi, parking, and a fully stocked kitchen.

Located In Marston Hill next to Balboa Park and the Zoo, minutes from San Diego’s top beaches and attractions, and walking distance to an incredible selection of restaurants and shops.

The Grand Villa!!

Luxury Retreat | Zen Garden | Prime Hillcrest Location

Welcome to San Diego Grand Villa, a unique and luxurious home nestled beside Marston Hills Canyon in the heart of Hillcrest. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac just a couple of blocks from University Avenue, this exceptional property offers peaceful privacy while being steps from San Diego’s best dining, nightlife, culture, and attractions.

Walk to Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, museums, theaters, golf course, and hundreds of acclaimed restaurants, cafés, bars, and shops. Downtown San Diego, the airport, Petco Park, the Convention Center, Little Italy, Old Town, and the Marina are just 5–10 minutes away, while Ocean Beach, SeaWorld, Liberty Station, Point Loma, Pacific Beach, and top breweries are only 15 minutes away.

This beautifully renovated property was honored with the City of San Diego LION Award for enhancing the city’s appearance. Quiet, private, and surrounded by nature, yet close to everything San Diego has to offer.

Highlights include:

Gated Parking
Fully fenced
Central A/C & heating
Top of the line everything from appliances to towels
Posturepedic mattresses
Egyptian cotton sheets
Chef-style gourmet kitchen
Gas fireplace
Spacious living room with oversized sofas
Smart Samsung TV's
Dedicated workspace with garden views
Large closets for extended stays
Washer & dryer with detergent included


Zen Garden & Outdoor Living

The Zen Garden is one of the home’s most loved features—peaceful, private, and surrounded by nature. The highlights of our Zen Garden are:

Hot tub and soaking tub, always professionally sanitized and working.
Outdoor dining and grilling area with top of the line Weber grill
Porch seating for sunset wine
Fully enclosed natural stone and redwood fencing for privacy and security
And much more

At The Zen Properties, hospitality is our passion, we look forward to making your stay at The Grand Villa an unforgettable experience!!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No events of any kind, no visitors allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Always ask and disclose what pet and size you have
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No music or loud noise in the outdoor areas and curfew of outdoor spaces at 10. Quiet time inside and outside at 10pm according to the city ordinance.
Breaking any rule will generate immediate eviction
No unregistered pets. No visitors or unregistered guests allowed.

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
Note from host: No events of any kind, no visitors allowed
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-08247L, 636727
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.

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. 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 natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. Travelling with kids? Don't miss San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Scripps Coastal Medical Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • UC San Diego Health - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Hazard Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Flicks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rich's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning New Grand Villa! Amazing Amenities, Best Location Parking HutTub Tub AC located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Diego Zoo, San Diego Natural History Museum and San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Balboa Park and Petco Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kathleen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay with lots of room comfortable beds, cozy living room, great kitchen and fun yard to spend time with the family! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Atul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in a great location. We are a family of four with a dog and stayed in this house very comfortably. It’s 15 minutes from anywhere you would want to be in San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect rental! Everything I expected it to be and more!! Loved the quiet residential neighborhood. The outside area was beautiful and peaceful. A perfect way to relax after a day out in San Diego. The house was super clean and tidy with amenities like bottled water, laundry detergent, beach gear, towels, espresso, etc. to name a few. I would definitely recommend this rental and would stay here again in a heart beat! Mahalo for the memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
everything was clean, modern, great amenities, big kitchen, nice living room, spacious master bedroom, nice showers. Overall experience was great, I honestly would make this my stay every time I visited the area. only thing is beware of the strict rules, i understand they don’t want their property being disrespected and parties being thrown but for the price, they’re a tad bit strict on the amount of guests you can have over at a time or at least it seemed like it. I feel like as long as everyone is respectable and quiet, should all be good but would honestly come again. 8/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great stay in Hill Crest

Great location and place. Walked to Balboa Park each day, close to all areas, wonderful restaurants to walk to and the house was to chill.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

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

Long wknd getaway

Fantastic location- walking distance to many restaurants and stores, and easy access to many great attractions in the area. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley U.

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

Hillcrest Villa

We stayed 28 days at the villa. The inside and outside had been perfectly remodeled. The kitchen and bathrooms were perfect. The fenced in yard was private and secure. We cooked indoors and outdoors. Ricardo, our host, quickly answered any questions. Our reserved parking space was a huge plus. We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

erickson c.

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

SD Trip

Great property in a prime location, walking distance to many things to do and fantastic restaurants. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

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

Amazing Stay - Highly Recommend!

My husband and I stayed for a little over a week. The home was absolutely beautiful both inside and out. It was both in the center of everything and felt like a private oasis. Everything was in immaculate condition and very clean. The property manager/owner was very friendly and responsive. Can’t beat the location. I could not recommend this place enough and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar H.

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

Good times in San Diego!

Ricardo's place was fantastic. Location was super convenient. Walking distance to Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Trader Joes and tons of great restaurants. The space was clean and the outdoor space was lovely for chilling out. Easy trips downtown to Petco Park, La Joilla, Old Town and Mission Beach. We had good times in San Diego!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark Z.

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

Great family stay

Very nice property and location. Ricardo was very responsive and I appreciated his neighborhood recommendations.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard I.

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

Great property

Super clean, super neat little place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolanda S.

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

Get together w son/daughter

Great location close to Balboa Park and downtown. House had a very nice ambience; we had a nice time relaxing there in-between outings. Kitchen was fully equipped.. beds were comfortable and TV was huge! I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea O.

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

Spacious and thoughtful

We loved our stay in this historic and walkable neighborhood. The yard is everything. The home is quite possibly the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed - hotels included. Cozy and well equipped. The hot tub was the best part!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

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

Cool escape from the heat…

The property was everything it said it would be. Fantastic location, wonderful local restaurants, the house was spotless and had all the amenities needed. Definitely a great place that we will be returning to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill l.

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

Perfect private getaway!

We really enjoyed our stay in this great home, with a beautifully gated and fenced yard/patio area! The location was perfect. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julio & Deborah S.

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

Lovely Villa

Beautifully maintained villa. Stunning outdoors area with lush landscaping with fabulous spa and total privacy. Huge kitchen and cozy living room with fireplace.Large master bedroom and comfy bed. Perfect spit for my husband and I and our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

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

Great Property, Great Neighborhood, Near the San Diego Zoo

We thoroughly enjoyed the family vacation in San Diego, and this VRBO property was clean, accessible, close to great restaurants and the zoo. Our host guided us through the easy check-in access to the property and made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Seemed wonderful

Unfortunately I did not make it to the home for my getaway as I had a medical emergency, but from the communication I had with Ricardo & the other reviews here it seems like a wonderful place! Hopefully I’ll get to book in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk V.

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

Great little house!

Perfect for the three of us. Nicely remodeled, great hot tub, nice year, quiet location. Super comfortable and clean as well. I would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete C.

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

Intimate villa

Excellent very cozy intimate setting .. very spacious well spaced out .. super clean very comfy .. patio was very zen like
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin D.

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

Birthday Getaway with Wife, Son, DIL and Grandson

This is a very nice two bath/bedroom house with large kitchen and living room, that is close to most main attractions and restaurants in San Diego! Plus, the outside area makes it even better with a private, tropical yard with a dining area and jacuzzi. I will book this again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ted s.

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

Ted

House as advertised! Tastefully updated interior with all the modern amenities. Close to Balboa and Zoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon H.

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

Superb home in great location!

Fabulous home and location. We could walk to everything in Hillcrest. The yard is an oasis and made our stay exceptional. Exceptional host communication. Easy, clear access and support.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

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

Weekend in SD

The property was great and as advertised. There was a bee issue outdoors but they immediately responded and did the best they could to mitigate it. Would definitely stay again at this property or another under the same management.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ricardo

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Hospitality is my passion and making your vacation unforgettable is my mission!! If there is something you need, I’m always available for you and your family. As a San Diego local, I will provide you with directions and recommendations for the best restaurants, bars and attractions.

Why they chose this property

Unique and luxurious property located next to the Marston Hills Canyon in Hillcrest a couple of blocks from University Avenue, within walking distance of some of San Diego’s finest restaurants, bars, shops, the Zoo, Balboa Park, museums, theatres, Balboa Golf Course and many other attractions and minutes away from the Convention Center and the Gas Lamp District.

What makes this property unique

A feeling of Zen and Serenity. Beautiful and luxurious amenities. The perfect location: relaxing, peaceful and safe neighborhood located close to everything beautiful San Diego has to offer. An amazing experience that you will always remember!!!!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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