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Stunning Mission Beach Home - Steps to the Sand!

Sun and fun on the beach, near Belmont Park

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Front door of the Whalen House! Over 20+ years of short-term rental history at this beautiful home!
Steps from the Pacific Ocean... you're personal beach retreat!
A king bed for extra comfort!
A king bed for extra comfort!
A king bed for extra comfort!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mission Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Mission Beach Home - Steps to the Sand!

Summary:
Just a 30-second walk to the beach, this three-story, architect-designed home offers space, comfort, and location in one of San Diego’s most beloved beach communities on one of the loveliest courts in Mission Beach. With beds for 10, it’s perfect for families or groups traveling together. There are places to socialize or relax on all three levels, starting with the enclosed front patio with ocean views. Two full size parking spots are a rare find! Book now!

The Space:
The space
3- story home with 3 bedrooms plus large sleeping loft.
2 of the 3 bedrooms have their own private bathrooms.
Large Loft sleeps 4 more in beds
3 full baths with on-demand hot water means you’ll never run out.
Vaulted ceilings, open living space, large dining area, full kitchen.
Kitchen is well stocked by owners who love to cook.
Home is well maintained and beautifully decorated.
High speed internet, smart TV.
Free Speed Queen washer/dryer in garage for your exclusive use

Parking:
2 parking spots large enough for SUVs.
One is a garage spot and one is an outdoor spot large enough for your biggest vehicle.
Recently installed wider garage doors make accessing garage parking easier.

Location:
On Pacific Ocean side of Mission Beach.
Two houses between us and the beach
Walk to beach in under 30 seconds.
Short walk to the bay side.
Easy walk to many bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and Belmont Park.
Short drive/uber to downtown San Diego and all it has to offer.
10+ minutes to the airport.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Primary bedroom #1 has king bed and en-suite bathroom and access to front patio.
Primary bedroom #2 has cal king bed and en-suite bathroom and access to front patio.
Third bedroom has a cozy queen bed, located on main living floor.
Large loft area with two twins and a queen bed.

Outdoor areas:
Enjoy outdoor areas on every level.
On ground floor, enclosed front patio is private (not shared) with gorgeous ocean views.
Enjoy pretty garden, teak dining table, umbrella and BBQ.
On the second floor off main living area, the “coffee porch” is a favorite spot for our guests to gather.
On third floor, roof deck has stunning 360 degree views of beach, bay, and Belmont Park.

Heating & Cooling:
Please be aware there is NO Air conditioning in the home.
There are plenty of ceiling fans and standing fans.
There is central heat in the unit during cooler months

For our younger guests:
Portable cribs, high chairs, built-in baby gates
Beach toys, books, board games, puzzles

Other things to note
Need more room? If your group is larger than 10, inquire about “The Dollhouse,” the two bedroom guest apartment above the garage. This charming space, originally built in the 1930’s can sleep an additional 4-5 guests.
Registration Details
STR-00190L, 51533

Guest Access:
Private entrance with custom code for your use!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Beach and Mission Bay, while Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are not to be missed.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Belmont Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • SeaWorld - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ruriberto's Taco Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Mission Beach Home - Steps to the Sand! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Mission Beach Home - Steps to the Sand!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Mission Beach Home - Steps to the Sand!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Mission Beach Home - Steps to the Sand! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mission Beach holiday home is just steps away from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Belmont Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 210 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 210 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

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

Best Beach House!!

This place was amazing! We will definitely stay here again. It had everything we needed and more! Loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great time, great place!!

Family trip for wedding and always the beach....This house was great for size, location and very well stocked. Property manager was very easy to reach also. Thanks for the hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Family vacay

Loved the house. So close to the ocean! Very clean and everything in proper working order. Would stay here again. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete F.

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

Perfect Place for a Family Vacation

We stayed at the Whalen house for our escape from the Montana snow. The house was perfect for our family of five and we had room to spare. It was less than a minute from the beach and there were plenty of beach chairs, towels, and toys. The roof top patio was a great bonus and a nice way to finish the day. You won't be disappointed if you choose this house for your stay in Mission Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin l.

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

great stay thanks

awesome location, great for families
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katrina H.

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

Family Affair

Perfect location. Fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

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

Whalen Beach House. Mission Bay, San Diego

Great place for families. So close to beach with lots to keep kids and adults busy.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Week stay

The place was excellent!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita A.

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

Family beach vacation

Outstanding property that meets all your needs for a fabulous beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trish L.

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

Amazing!

Property managers went above and beyond. Great location. We loved all of the outdoor spaces. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDY P.

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

Great house/location

This is a very well stocked home as it is set up for the owners. A short one minute walk to the beautiful ocean beach. Wow. We will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Great Stay

My family felt right at home from the beginning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Daan d.

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

The property is ideal for a beach holiday with kids and adults. The house is very well equipped.

Great overall experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne R.

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

The house was absolutely fantastic!! More than we expected. Perfect location!!!

I would rent here again. By far the best I have stayed to date in San Diego. It was like home away from home, with amazing comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Perfect location

Awesome location and a well-stocked, clean house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kami D.

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

Perfect Place!

Our family had the best time here! It is conveniently located only a one minute walk to the beach and a 5 minute walk to Belmont Park. All of the necessities were already there which was wonderful! The place is very clean and communication was great with property management. It’s the perfect place to stay for a large family or group!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor V.

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

California Dreamin

Love this home, so clean and near the boardwalk. We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Great location!!!

Amazing house close to the beach and everything you need for your stay!!! Definitely coming back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Fantastic Location!

Comfortable, clean home!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dena P.

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

Nice place!

It was nicely kept up, stocked, and close to everything. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

lili s.

Wonderful beach vacation

Great location and a well-stocked beach house, lots of beach toys and beach towels, lots of kitchen tools and household supplies.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Sibling getaway

We had a wonderful week in Mission Beach and our house made it that much more special! The house was plenty spacious for my family and my sisters family, and there was everything we could have ever needed from a pack n play, beach toys, beach chairs, laundry, etc. My sister agreed that we would definitely come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

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

Girls trip for our 60th Birthdays

The house was fabulous! Very convenient location & we loved the roof-top deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

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

Another week at the Whalen beach houe

This was our 4th Thankgiving week at the beach house. Every amenity you could want and a great location Coming back again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Great Beach House

Our family of 5 loved our stay here. Close to the beach, spacious house with room for everyone. We especially liked the rooftop with views of the ocean. Hope to stay here again sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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