Oceanfront Castle Apartment, Spacious Balcony, Steps to Sand, at the Boardwalk

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101442.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Air conditioning
Washer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

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San Diego, CA

Mission Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Mission Beach Boardwalk
‪3 min drive‬
Mission Bay
‪5 min drive‬
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Single Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

1 Month Minimum Stay

ABOUT THE APARTMENT:
Located on the boardwalk upstairs of the building, the Hamel's Castle is an oceanfront luxurious unit. It has a spacious 440 sq ft furnished terrace and breathtaking views. The location by itself is priceless. The apartment is right on the boardwalk and a couple steps away from the famous Belmont Park. There are retailers downstairs and many shops around, bars, restaurants, pizzerias, etc. Starbucks is on the corner. Downtown San Diego is easy to reach from here by car (15 minutes) and so are most of San Diego's attractions such as Sea World (5 minutes), Legoland (30 minutes) and the San Diego Zoo (20 minutes) on light traffic day.

This comfortable 1,950 sq ft luxurious apartment offers everything you need right on the beach. You will enjoy the nicest sunset or just the beach atmosphere in the beautiful Mission Beach in San Diego. The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, slab granite counters, pantry room and designer finishes throughout. The living room area opens up to a spacious private balcony on the 1st floor that offers lots of seating, and the beautiful ocean view. Washer and dryer in-unit.

Sleeping arrangements include one king bed and two queen beds plus a futon sofa in the living room. This apartment will accommodate up to 8 people - considering that 2 people will sleep in the living room on the futon (kids preferably). No private parties with more than maximum occupancy are allowed in the unit. Maximum capacity is not to be exceeded.

Parking:
One car garage detached but inside of the castle.

We are located inside the Hamels castle at the first floor. There are 20-25 steps on the stairs No elevator. No handicapped access. Sorry, this is an old building.

There are security cameras surrounding the building, Verizon antenna and power generator in the building.

Here are some details about Mission Beach and surrounding areas to help you with your decision to stay in Mission Beach:

Mission-Beach is a San Diego favorite among locals and visitors alike. It lies between Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean and has nearly two miles of beautiful white sandy beach. The area is filled with pastel-colored houses, condos, old style cottages, beach apartments and hotels. The colorful Boardwalk at Mission Beach runs for three miles ending north of Pacific Beach and is always filled with bicyclists, runners, skateboarders and rollerblades, and has designated lanes for walking. You can engage in people-watching and sunbathing on Mission Beach, or the more strenuous activities of swimming, surfing, body boarding, and kayaking. The southern part of Mission Beach is known for its' beach volleyball. To the east lies Mission Bay, which contains two islands with many coves and inlets, and has a large marina for pleasure boaters, and facilities for picnics, camping and fishing. One special point of interest at Mission Beach is Belmont Park, once the site of an amusement park that now is home to shops and restaurants, and a completely restored roller coaster. This 73-foot wooden roller coaster called the 'Big Dipper' was built in 1925, closed in 1976 and reopened in 1990. Everything is convenient for visitors to Mission Beach; just two blocks east are coffeehouses, fast food, taco shops, ethnic food or fine dining. Bicycles are available for rent on the Boardwalk right below the unit, located inside a Mission Beach historical landmark: The Hamels Castle!
Note: Mission Beach is also known as the place for young groups; if you are noise sensitive you probably should research more before making a commitment to stay in this area. We are in the middle of the action. I am not kidding!

Surrounding areas: Mission Bay, California (0.6 mi), Pacific Beach, California (1.3 mi), Bay Park, California (2.7 mi), Ocean Beach, California (2.7 mi), La Jolla, California (4.4 mi), San Diego, California (6.1 mi), Point Loma, California (6.8 mi)

For more available dates and rates, please inquire with the owner. We will be looking forward to talking to you soon!

Property manager

Claudia Shaw

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Sea view

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 25

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Some breakable items that will need attention.

Events

No events allowed

No visitors exceeding total travelers

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Not inside the premises.

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Not responsible for unforeseen situations such as

Important information

You need to know

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 visitors exceeding total travelers

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Pechanga Arena and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

San Diego, CA

What's nearby

Belmont Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mission Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Mission Bay - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
SeaWorld - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

Morena - Linda Vista Station - 6 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Draft - ‬5 min walk
‪Sandbar Grill - ‬1 min walk
‪Beach House Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Coaster Saloon - ‬1 min walk
‪Paradise Point - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Castle Apartment, Spacious Balcony, Steps to Sand, at the Boardwalk pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Oceanfront Castle Apartment, Spacious Balcony, Steps to Sand, at the Boardwalk located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mission Beach apartment building is just steps away from Belmont Park and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

25 Mar, 2019

Great Place to stay , comes highly recommended !

Overall 5 star experience !

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

1 May, 2017

Great time at the castle

The castle was great!! Claudia was super to work with and had everything ready upon our arrival. I definitely recommend this property to anyone looking for a great place to stay with family and friends.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David G.

16 Jul, 2013

Great Experience and great view

This place is in a great location on the boardwalk and near Belmont but is elevated above the boardwalk so you still have some privacy. Interior is renovated and has all the amenities you could ask for. Highly recommend this place!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

21 Mar, 2017

Awesome, fun beach location! Perfect for families and grilling outdoors

Wonderful place for family vacation; would have been fun for just adults too! Great jogging and restaurants/activities; close to the zoo also. Kids loved the roller coaster and rides in the "back yard". Highly recommended

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Nov, 2017

Beatiful location

We were 7 ladies staying at the castle, and it was a great location with a perfect patio and the condo was well stocked. One lady had to stay on the couch and I would say this condo is perfect for up to 6 people.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jami S.

6 Jul, 2017

Great layout amazing balcony

Everything you need inside & out! We loved the bedrooms and layout of the condo as well. We had the most perfect time.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

28 Feb, 2019

Great location, beautiful ocean views and a very comfortable place to stay.

Claudia and her staff are excellent and very responsive to any concerns. The location is perfect, right next to Belmont Park and several places to eat. The BBQ at the Coaster Bar is worth a trip by itself. We have stayed at the Castle 4 or 5 times and will do so again in future trips to San Diego.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

22 Feb, 2020

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

Best location

You really can’t do better than this location. Close to everything FUN! Great place and HUGE balcony. Get ready for sunset central. We will be back for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rita Z.

6 Mar, 2017

Perfection

We love the castle and stay here every chance we get! The location is perfect as we are close to La Jolla and all it has to offer and to the gas lamp district. Bravo to Claudia and Skylar who run the property with perfection

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

28 Sept, 2013

Amazing Beachfront Property in the heart of Mission Beach

Excellent location, close to many activities and restaurants. Incredible people watching. Everything you could want in a beach vacation. Property was even nicer than photos. All amenities you could possibly need were included. Many things we brought with us were already in the property.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., auburn ca

4 Apr, 2018

Amazing vacation!

The house was clean and beautiful! The best part is you don't have to cook if you don't want to, burgers, tacos ,salads everything you want is below and of course Ice Cream. Great Sushi restaurant just a few doors down. There are a lot of people on the boardwalk but being up on the patio keeps you away from everything. And the view is fantastic! My kids loved it! My son loved being close to the rollercoaster:) Thank you Claudia for always picking up your phone for any questions we had. The shop below gives 20% off purchases because you are staying above and they are very helpful

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN S.

5 Sept, 2020

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

Firewood smoke

It was a great place to stay and the location awesome... the only negative which isn’t really bothersome, we weren’t able to keep any doors or windows open to get any fresh air, because of the firewood and marijuana smells and knowing how sensitive the owner is to getting smoke smell inside the house. It was a great concern because the smells were so strong and we were worried the smell would come inside and owner would think we caused the smell. Other then that, everything was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

25 Jun, 2019

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

Great beach condo!

We loved our stay at the castle! The listing was as described and was very clean and well appointed. Communication prior to and during our stay was very clear and responsive. If I could make one suggestion, it would be to simplify and update sound system with Bluetooth connectivity. We never were able to get it working outside. This was not due to lack of responsiveness from Claudia as we never called her about this. We had brought Bluetooth speakers so we used those for our music. The condo has plenty of room and is in a great location. We would definitely rent here again! Thanks for a great family vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Saumyadeep J.

31 Dec, 2019

Liked: Communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

The property is not what is shown in the pictures

Great location. Property is quite old. Furnitures need an upgrade. Pictures at vrbo site is not what the property really looks like. One of the sliding windows in the living area is fully covered with a black fabric. Thus no ocean view from inside if you are seated. I wish the owners put a more recent picture before I decided about renting this place.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Nicole G.

22 Aug, 2018

Great location, not great space

The location is great - love the balcony. The owner seems nice and I appreciated that the place was well stocked. It had saran wrap, condiments, etc. Overall things on the inside are a little odd. For example, the shower is inside your bedroom with no wall separating it from anything...there is a small separate toilet with door. Some people may not have the flexibility to get into the "toilet closet" if they want to close the door between the toilet and the bedroom. (Its rather a challenge to get in and manage to close the door.) There isn't really AC, there are 2 portable AC units. The vast majority of the time this is probably fine, but we arrived during a heat wave so the first couple of days and nights were quite hot and uncomfortable. The master bedroom has the most gigantic skylight I have ever seen. Unfortunately, it has no shade...so if you stay in the master bedroom your room will be bright as day at sunup. When I was there sunup was 6:00 a.m. so I was awake daily at 6. I would have preferred to be able to sleep in on vacation. Overall, if it has been less expensive I'd have felt better about it. At that price point, next time I will stay somewhere else.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

5 Dec, 2018

Thanksgiving 2018 at the Castle

Recently stayed for four nights over Thanksgiving weekend 2018. Rented the Castle due to the three bedrooms. The interior of the castle was in great shape, all three bedrooms had comfy beds, and were well decorated. All three bedrooms had a modern flat screen television, and all had there own bathroom, and also all had balconies with views of the ocean. The back bedroom, has a view that overlooks the side facing Belmont park, and the ocean can also been seen. Kitchen had plenty of eating utensils, for our Thanksgiving dinner. We also used the wet bar area with fridge for our snack area, and drinks. Plenty of room. We really enjoyed the large patio overlooking the boardwalk, and ocean. Found ourselves eating breakfast on the patio, lunch, and then enjoying the afternoon sun, and views from the patio. Great place to people watch as well. Spent a lot of afternoons lounging on the deck, soaking up the sun, and listening to music from outdoor speakers provided. This large patio makes this property imo... Close to everything, Belmont park is a short walk away. Lots of shopping, entertainment, and good food within a short walk from the Castle. Also had the opportunity to experience the zip line at Belmont park, its a must do. With that being said, the Castle is always very busy with people and something to watch. FYI, entry into the Castle is off the boardwalk, and up several steps. Just be prepared to do some work to get to the castle. Parking was in a tight alley, behind the neighboring building. We parked our SUV without any issues in the middle space provided. This is also a big plus, lots of properties would not allow for large vehicle parking, fyi. Our conclusion, Great property, all the modern amenities that a family would need. Would for sure stay again. Communication with owners was alway prompt. and Property is well laid out for an enjoyable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Cherie B.

29 Nov, 2024

Stayed 66 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha P.

29 Aug, 2021

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

Excellent property, great location!

This place is awesome! Very clean and updated. Amazing location with tons to do nearby. Had everything we wanted and needed!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

16 Aug, 2021

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

Wonderful Castle on the beach!

We had a great time. This condo was fantastic and had lots of space. Close to all the action, which we loved. Tacos and other food just downstairs! We would definately come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

9 Aug, 2021

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

Lara Family vacation

We had an awesome experience…location was perfect! The condo was perfect and outfitted with all of the amenities needed for the beach. We would definitely rent from Claudia again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

2 Aug, 2021

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

Family trip

Property has a great location and good parking. Recommend

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Owen Y., Seattle, USA

26 Jul, 2021

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

All about the balcony

The balcony and view of the home is completely worth it. The home is the perfect location for a group looking to enjoy the beach and a fun time hanging out on the balcony.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

14 Jul, 2021

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

Perfect location

Couldn’t ask for a better location to enjoy Mission Beach

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronaldo d.

10 Jul, 2021

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

Shore Home Feel at the Castle

Property is well kept and stocked with everything you will need. Rooms are spacious and beds are comfortable. Parking a bit tricky but manageable. Only downside is the homeless person that camped out on the beach across from property, buts that's not the fault of property owners. Otherwise excellent views of the beach you are right in the middle of a lively action packed West Coast Boardwalk. Place is centrally located to all San Diego sights

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

juliet o.

10 Jun, 2021

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

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

If you're looking for a place right by the beach, this is it, it's literally like maybe a 15 second walk. Besides being a short walk to the ocean, there is everything you could need in walking distance around you. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Claudia Shaw

What makes this property unique

Retailers downstairs of the apartment with: bike rentals, surf and skate shop, resort wear store with clothing, souvenirs, beach toys, sunglasses, etc.