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BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value!

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Ground floor accommodations. private patio for you. Owner upstairs.
Patio and partial view
William D Evens outside our window. Amazing boat
Beach
Sunrise on the bay

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Mission Bay
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 Queen size

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2. Two full size beds

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value!

LOCATION - LOCATION - LOCATION - Bayside apartment on gorgeous Sail Bay. 30 feet from the water, an unobstructed water view. Located in North Mission Beach. A five minute walk to the beautiful Catamaran Resort. Two short blocks to the Ocean. Step out your door and walk, jog, bike, skate 15 miles of bayfront boardwalk and five miles of oceanfront boardwalk.

This unit is on the ground-floor of a duplex (owner lives upstairs) -- NOT a party house. Quiet area, great for families. Large private patio with gas barbecue, plenty of room for outdoor dining.

Bedroom #1 has a queen bed, plenty of closet space, mirrors, quiet and cool.

Bedroom #2 is large with two double beds, a TV, sink vanity and plenty of closet space. This room looks out to the bay. Enjoy the fabulous bay view from the kitchen and living room. The living room has a beautiful wall of mirror, and a very large bay window. Enjoy the Sea World fireworks from your easy chair.

Public transportation one block. La Jolla, Sea World, Zoo, Airport, and all major attractions within minutes away. Shopping and great restaurants within walking distance.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please clear any special events with owner.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Depends on size
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 518634, STR-06954L
Property # 40421vb
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: Please clear any special events with owner.
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
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 Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum. Travelling with kids? Don't miss San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Waterbar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value!?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BAYFRONT on Sail Bay - Best Location-Best Value! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mission Beach apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was absolutely perfect! The owner was so hospitable, friendly, responsive, and so nice. We will certainly try to book again sooner than later. So nice to run into great people.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Great view of the bay with a nice patio to chill and people watch on the bay walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Great stay!

We had the best time, thank you Terry!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2023
Great,! I’m so happy your family got together and enjoyed a few days at the beach.. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to recover. We love the views of the beautiful sunrises over the water rite out the front window. Everyone was very friendly. Perfect for people watching on the patio. It was nice to be able to do laundry.
just a few feet from the front door. good fun
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terri was great! Location perfect. Super comfy beds. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn V.

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

What beautiful restful stay! Thank you!

Wonderful stay! Clean & quiet with lots of things to watch & enjoy! Thank you Terri
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2023
So happy you injoyed your visit. It was a pleasure meeting you. Merry Christmas and a happy New year. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Great Location View And Host At Mission Beach

We had a wonderful trip to mission beach and Terry couldn’t have been more helpful before and throughout our stay. We’ll stay there again next time we have a free week and want to enjoy being right on the bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2024
What a lovely family. The perfect renters. 💕👍
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Excellent Property & Landlord

We very much enjoyed our stay! The place was perfect for us and the location was amazing! Terry was a fantastic host. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

Great home

We had a fantastic time at Kiefer's house. It is great with kids (beach just in front of the house) Terry is a great and lovely host!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much. You have such a lovely family. We enjoy seeing our guests have fun, and enjoy San Diego. Having happy families is our goal. Terry and Tom
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

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

Great Spot!

I had a wonderful stay at this property. A great location right on the bay with the ocean only a few steps away. Terry was an outstanding host - kind, attentive, and very helpful. I hope to return for another visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Great beach house!

This house is ideally located on the walkway on Sail Bay. It is a small and charming home. The owner is delightful and very helpful.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2021
Great guests. It makes me happy seeing my guest having fun and enjoying the beauty of Mission Beach. I hope to see them again. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy C.

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

Excellent beach getaway!

We had a great few days at the beach. Love the location. Even though the weather was less than perfect, it was still a relaxing few days. So many great food options close by. And when the sun came out, sitting on the beach right outside of the place was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

Awesome place - would stay again

Terry's place is perfect. We are a family of 4 with two teenage daughters. The location is idea, nice and quiet and close to everything. We rented bikes and rode everywhere. I would happily recommend Terry's place for couples and small families. I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2023
Thank you, it was a pleasure meeting your family. I a very pleased that your vacation was a success. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena M.

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

Perfect Location

This is a sweet little house in a perfect location on the Bay. Walkable to the ocean and many restaurants. Beautiful picture window and nice patio looking over the Bay. Terry our host lives upstairs and was available and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2022
Thank you Lorena. Your family is wonderful, and seeing how much you enjoyed your stay makes my day. I hope you will return in the future. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny W.

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

Relax Beach House

Great location,walking distance from everything you need. Beautiful view of bay and steps to ocean. Terry is a fantastic host and has the house stocked with everything you will need. Family friendly and very relaxing stay. Thanks again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2022
Wonderful guests, I so happy you enjoyed your visit. I hope you visit again next year😀 Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy S.

Perfect Bayside Beach House💙

Terry and Tom were amazing hosts. The house is in a great location. This was the first time booking a house in the San Diego area, and it did not disappoint. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Love this location and set up

Great location right on the walking path and sandy beach. Easy walking distance to Mission beach as well. Rent a bike and you can bike anywhere! Such a nice set up, very comfy beds, lovely sunrise views every morning. Terry was so nice and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Mission Bay

Fantastic location with a large window looking out directly onto Mission Bay. Great for people-watching! Terry was a lovely host. We made good use of the beach chairs and beach games. Highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

cute property

small, all was well
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your feedback . Small? 700 sq feet is a fair size for a 2 bedroom. Especially with the patio and fantastic view . We are happy you enjoyed your stay. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Fabulous stay

It was our third stay at this property, which is perfect for a family of four. Perfect location on a quiet area of the bay and lovely lady who lives upstairs and lovely neighbors in adjacent properties. Plus the house has lots of beach chairs, umbrellas and beach toys, which saves us from having to pack or rent. The kitchen is well equipped and the unit is clean. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill m.

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

Stay right on the Bay!

Location, location, location! If you want to be by the beach, you are front and center on the quiet bay side of Pacific Beach! Watch the world go by in your big window or from your private patio…with your pup by your side! Clean and quaint, it’s a beachy little retreat you will enjoy, and Terry is a wonderful host!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

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

Bayfront!

Beautiful location right on the path along the bay. The bed was very comfortable and the views were wonderful- Fantastic location… we walked to multiple coffee shops and never needed a car! Spent most of our time on the lovely side patio! Terry was a sweet host and even allowed me early check in! Very kind!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2023
Thank you, for the nice comments. It was my pleasure, you were the perfect guest. You searched out and took advantage of your surroundings. It’s true, you really do not need a car. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kortney H.

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

Excellent location

This location was perfect. Easy access to beach and bay. Within walking distance to restaurants. Terry was very helpful throughout. Parking can be tricky so you might consider leaving your car at home. Lots of sand toys, boogie boards, and chairs were wonderful to have on hand.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2021
Thank you! Your family is perfect and I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay. Terry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Great location

Best location in the bay (from an experienced renter in the area). Owners were friendly and accommodating and they had all the beach toys we needed, which was really nice. Kitchen was well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Perfect for a family of 5. We would stay here again. Only drawback is the plumbing is a little finicky, but for the price, this property can't be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaycee D.

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

Beach Front Bliss

Wonderful Home. Your front yard is the sand. Peaceful, relaxing. Home had everything we needed. Beds & linens were very comfortable. The owner Terry was kind and helpful. We appreciate her letting us use her home! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Terry Keefer

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We are so blessed that my Grandmother Minnie bought this property for her home. For many years she lived in the downstairs unit and rented full time the upstairs apartment.
I have many fond memories of my years at her home. All of my 4 children have spent every summer from birth to adulthood in her apartment. In the early sixties she started renting 2 weeks every summer to a friends family. She would stay with my family. She would also house trade with my family and we would spend 4 weeks. This was the beginning of our summer rental experience. Minnie passed away in 1976 and I became owner. I continued renting, both to full time renters and some vacation renters. In 1986 my husband and I moved into the upstairs apartment full time. We began our weekly rental business around 1990. We built our first webpage, and the rest is history.

Why they chose this property

She always had a lake house in Washington, so it was just natural for her to be by the Bay. Plus she could live on the property with a income producing apartment. We have gone full circle we live upstairs and rent the downstairs.

What makes this property unique

The benefit for us is having everything close. Fresh air, long walks right out your front door. The view is always changing, Sailboats, wind surfers, jet packs. A constant water show. Sail Bay has it all. We even have The beautiful Catamaran Hotel a few blocks North.

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