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A garden pathway with potted plants, a stone path, and a brick border.
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a bookshelf, and a decorative clock on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with stained glass.
A patio with a round table and two chairs, a grill, and decorative wall art.
A living room with wicker furniture, a television, and a bookshelf with decorative items.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to San Diego Bay
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Coronado, CA
  • Place, Coronado Ferry Landing
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel del Coronado
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Coronado Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Artist's Guest Cottage

Artist cottage in Village of Coronado. Charming cottage built in 1909. Remodled in 2008. Tall ceiling with skylights, overhead fans and an air conditioner in the bedroom for those occationaly balmy nights. All wood construction with custom bead-board ceilings and wood floors. Very spacious living! Very private, quiet location with private parking. One bedroom with queen bed, full kitchen and bath with tub and shower. Everything you need and ready to move in. Close to 5th and A. Ave. Opens to private patio with full size BBQ and wood fireplace. Exceptional outdoor lighting to accent the lush garden and outside pond/fountain. Spacious 650 sq ft Quiet alley street, far from traffic. Will consider small well behaved, non-barking dog.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved small non-barking dogs considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean the coffee maker
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No lound patio voices after 10 PM
Smoking outside only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 700800vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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

Coronado

Located in Coronado, this cottage is in the city centre and by the sea. Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit USS Midway Museum and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Pechanga Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Coronado, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego-Coronado Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Coronado Ferry Landing - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hotel del Coronado - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Coronado Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • 25th - Commercial Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio Coronado - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Night Hawk - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Henry - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Clayton's Coffee Shop - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Artist's Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Artist's Guest Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Artist's Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artist's Guest Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Artist's Guest Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Coronado, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Bay and San Diego-Coronado Bridge. Hotel del Coronado and Naval Base Coronado are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage had everything you might want to cook your own meals. Very clean with a nice garden out the front door. The host, Susan, was very accommodating and quick to respond to any queries I had
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you, Donn. It was a pleasure having you stay in our cottage. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lush gardens

Wonderful stay, Hosts extremely genial
Stayed 48 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2023
Happy to have you and Gregory. Please come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The cottage is in an ideal location. Easy to get to everywhere in Coronado. It is artsy and there are many arts objects throughout the cottage. It is in a very quiet neighborhood. You always feel safe. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 26 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Thanks so much, Ed. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is magical.The hosts are wonderful, and treat you like a friend. No pool, just head for the gorgeous sandy coronado beach about 10mns walk.Library, grocery store, cinema, iconic Hotel Del only a few blocks away. Cross the soaring Coronado bridge and you are at the san diego airport in 12 mns and downtown theaters in 10.This is a getaway you are not likely to forget.
Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec 2025
Kitty dear, you are welcome to the cottage any time! Don't make yourself a stranger!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Pleasant Stay

Smiles and laughter when we arrived in the garden surrounding the cottage. Garden art by the owner was eclectic and fun. A spacious cottage, comfortable and quiet. Morning walks to drink coffee on bench overlooking the ocean. Daily bicycle rides along the bay, under the bridge. Coronado Library has musical concerts Friday afternoon. Thankfully our dog was allowed to come too which meant Dog Beach visits every day. Hopefully 2025 will see us back at this VRBO.
Stayed 26 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2024
Thank you for your stellar review. We enjoyed your company. You were the best, leaving the cottage better than you found it! Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Stay

The cottage was absolutely adorable. It felt much larger than advertised. It was really was stocked with everything you could imagine, from birthday candles to a Weight Watcher Scale. Thia helped us to not put on the typical 10 pound vacation weight gain Susan was wonderful to work with and she went out of her way to accommodate us with an emergency back home. you will enjoy the unit. Give it a try.
Stayed 25 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An artist’s cottage

I was truly in an artist”a cottage this last month. It was big enough but cozy and warm and inviting. It was a wonderful stay from every perspective.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review. So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

We loved the cottage. So much art inside and out. The location was great for walking everywhere I wanted to go on the island. Susan and Joe were so nice and kind. They made our stay memorable
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2020
Debbie and John, you were the best guests ever! Please come back and stay anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cottage on A avenue/ Coronado Village

This was the 2nd year we spent the month of August in the cottage. It's very charming and quite spacious for the size. The cottage has everything you need so all you need to pack are your clothes. The kitchen is well equipped with pots, pans, toaster, coffee maker,spices, blender and so much more. There's a washer/dryer as well as a TV with premium channels. Highly recommend staying here. The owners are very accommodating. Walking distance to numerous restaurants, the library, Spreckles park, Lambs theater, Hotel Del Coronado and the beaches!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
So happy you could stay in our cottage in August. We enjoyed having you and hope you will return in the future when you want to get away form the heat in Arizona.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Magical

We have rented this cottage 4 years now and it's as lovely and magical as ever. The beautiful artwork, lush gardens and attention to every detail make this a really special place. It's functional as well with all the amenities you could need and then some. It's convenient to all Coronado has to offer. You can bike or walk anywhere -to the beach, shops, restaurants or the ferry to San Diego. The owners are the best, most helpful and wonderful people you could meet, who go out of their way to make sure everything is right. We love staying here!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Dorothy and Greag are fabulous people and great friends. We always have so much fun when they come to Coronado. In fact, we have traveled to the Baltic and Mexico together. They love Coronado and all the great activities it has to offer. No car needed here!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hawaii in Coronado

Hawaii in Coronado! darling cottage with unbelievable patios, art work,fireplaces-furnished by an interior decorator including stained glass art work and paintings! sorry we are booked for august 2016! hope you can rent another time!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Best VRBO on Coronado, Hands Down!

This vacation rental is nothing short of amazing! I cannot believe that I can rent a place that is so gorgeous and perfect in every way! I've stayed in many VRBO's on Coronado and this one takes the cake BY FAR!!! It was nice having all the amenities of home, yet being on such a wonderful island away from all the hustle and bustle. The garden is remarkable. The fountain and greenery make you feel like you're in a movie. The artwork is extraordinary. The owner, Susan is the artist which makes it so much more special. She has other pieces for sale too, it's definitely worth the inquiry. Susan and Joe are delightful owners...always there for your needs. They really make you feel like you're not just staying somewhere. You truly feel as comfortable as if it were your own home. And the house - just look at the pictures, they speak for themselves! It's so much better in person too...the pictures don't do it justice! Coronado is wonderful because you literally can walk or bike anywhere on the island. I suggest renting a beach cruiser and bike around the island, you won't be disappointed. The shops on Orange Ave are so cute and entertaining. There are great places to eat. The food is so fresh. It was also fun going to Hotel Del where Marilyn Monroe was filmed and just sitting on the white sand, enjoying the moment. This VRBO is by far my favorite! (I wish I could do more than only 5 stars, for sure!)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Garden cottage oasis

A cozy garden cottage oasis on Fantasy Island, a/k/a Coronado Island--what's not to like! The location is perfect, everything we needed. Love the owners, Susan and Joe, who took care of every need we had in prompt response to any call. We would love to come again. March 2015.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful in Every Way

The cottage is beautiful and has every convenience that you might need. There's artwork everywhere, and it's set in a lush garden with a trickling fountain outside the front door. There is also a patio area with a grill and fireplace for outdoor dining or just sitting. The interior of the cottage is cozy and attractive, including lots of built-in light fixtures (most of them dimmable, to suit all sorts of moods). There's a very nice wide-screen TV, the WIFI service is excellent, the kitchen is fully equipped, and the washer and dryer are a big plus. The surrounding neighborhood is a quiet and very pleasant place to walk, and it's only about a 15-minute stroll to the downtown area along Orange Avenue, where there are lots of shops and restaurants. On top of all that, the owners - Susan and Joe - are super people.... very friendly and quick to answer your questions or provide any services or support that might be needed, yet respectful of your privacy. Highly recommended!

About the host

Your host

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Susan and Joe are active at the Coronado Yacht Club, both active boaters. Susan was a Navy brat and attended pre-school in Coronado in the ealy 1950's. Joe is a San Diego native. Both are retired from Corporate jobs. Susan is a local artist and shows her work at the local "Arts in The Park" twice a month, specializing in mosaic panels for the garden. Joe devotes his time to wood work, building frames for Susan't art, or rebuilding and restoring his 40 trawler, slipped at the Coronado Yacht Club. They are very busy people who are either traveling or creating. They like to rent to people who can appreciate the cottage for it's artistic touches and individuality.

Why they chose this property

This is the most charming cottage in Coronado. It is spacious, well appointed and artfully done both inside and outside. There is a dining area with two wing-back chairs as well as an outside patio with mosaic table and three chairs. There is an office space with desk, and reading couch for lounging or reading. Everywhere you look is artfully done with a lot of space for living. The garden area around the patio is tranquil with the sound of a gurgling pond, surrounded by lush tropical foliage and a four panel mosaic artfully lit with soft lighting.
This cottage is comfortable for two adults. Any more than that needs the owner approval prior to renting.

What makes this property unique

This cottage is very private, quiet, and beautifully appointed with art and great lighting both inside and out. The landscaping is maintained by the owners as well as a weekly gardener. The cottage is located in the village within easy walking distance to town, the golf course, parks, ferry and library. No car is needed, but there is a private parking space for your use in the alley away from the street.
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