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Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Paul United Methodist Church
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

East Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Vintage Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow

Discover a delightful two-bedroom getaway nestled right within vibrant San Diego! Nestled just minutes from top attractions like Balboa Park, Petco Park, and the renowned San Diego Zoo, this property offers the perfect base for your California getaway.

Unwind in the HUGE , green and spacious yard, surf the web with the complimentary high-speed WiFi, or tackle laundry with the in-unit washer and dryer. Gather the family for movie nights on the smart TV with satellite/cable channels, or challenge each other to a game of ping pong or video games.

Prepare delectable meals in the fully stocked kitchen, equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the essential appliances and cookware. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, or step outside to the porch and fire pit for alfresco dining under the stars.

When it's time to explore, you'll find ample parking in the garage. Venture out to the nearby beaches, where you can relax on the loungers and soak up the California sun. With all the comforts of home and the excitement of San Diego just minutes away, this vacation home is the perfect escape for families, friends, and couples alike.

Your furry friends will find the grass super soft for lounging around in the sunny San Diego afternoon sun.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No DOGS on the furniture. Special Events must end by 12pm Large trash must be removed before departing.
Bathroom glass needs to be cleaned after shower.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 629937, STR-02694L
Property # 4812017
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

San Diego

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in South Park, a neighbourhood in San Diego. 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 San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Travelling with kids? Make time for Waterfront Park, or head to an event or a match at Petco Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Balboa Park Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • St. Paul United Methodist Church - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bethel AME Church - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 9 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • 32nd - Commercial Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bock - A Neighborhood Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Drop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Harland South Park - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly SouthPark Bungalow located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Balboa Park and San Diego City College. Petco Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

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

Terrific family friendly home away from home.

Great location minutes to Old Town, Zoo, and Midway. Great neighborhood with restaurants and neighborhood grocery/deli within easy walking distance. Hosts were great and the treats upon arrival were unexpected and appreciated after a day of travel.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2025
Thank you Sheila. We appreciate your feed back and happy the treats came in handy. We travel a lot and find it necessary to keep snacks on hand. Please come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Family and dog friendly home in San Diego

Our family of four and dogs had a fabulous week here. It was clean, comfortable, and well supplied. We were able to cook, do laundry and enjoy games in the beautiful backyard. A bonus was sitting in the front lawn on Fourth of July and seeing several cities fireworks, it was magical!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2025
Wow! I didn't realize you could see all the fireworks from there. that is awesome. thank you for staying with us, we appreciate it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Great place to stay

We loved the house and backyard. Clean and well taken care of. Great place to stay with our family. We loved the welcome cookies. There were snacks and fruit. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the nice review. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

San Diego Oasis

This stay was an absolute dream. The house is even better than advertised and the hosts have thought of every last detail to ensure the comfort of their guests. We don't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thank you Amanda, we truly appreciate the positive feed back. Your stay went by so fast, thank you for washing the towels and leaving our home so nice and tidy. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry N.

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

Wonderful house, wonderful property, woderful owner

Could not have hoped for a better experience
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Terry. So glad you enjoyed San Diego!! We appreciate you staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Persephonie M.

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

Cozy small house!

My friends and I had a great time staying at this house for twitchcon. It wasn’t too far and relatively close to everything. Everything we needed was there. Very cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Relaxing San Diego

This home was very comfortable and clean. Great host. Everyone else is correct that the pictures do not do it justice. Quiet neighborhood. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2025
Thank you for staying with us. We are so happy to hear that all was good.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azure B.

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

Cute and Comfortable Home

We really enjoyed our stay! There were snacks and cold drinks waiting for us after a long drive. The backyard was relaxing and perfect for our dogs. And the location was a good central spot for exploring San Diego. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2024
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Great stay

The house has everything we needed for our trip. Great location with many grocers and restaurants within walking distance. My kids loved the hammock and you can’t beat San Diego’s beautiful weather. Isabelle was extremely easy to communicate with and available if we needed her. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Heather for nice review. Glad you were able to enjoy the hammock. Glad to hear you enjoyed some of our local stores. Please come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great property!

Beautiful home in a great neighborhood! The home is decorated beautifully and has all the amenities needed. Isabelle was wonderful to work with and responded quickly to any questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much Paula. We appreciate our guests too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly well provisioned and very clean. Lots of extra touches like fruit, flowers, cookies, drinks, coffee and more. Few rules and regulations, nothing unreasonable. Toys and games especially for little kids but some for teens. Tips on nearby restaurants. I could go on.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi B.

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

Great, quiet space

Had a great stay. Everything was clean and the place well stocked. Quiet, safe neighborhood. Back yard was the best part, spacious and relaxing, enjoyed the fire pit. Only complaint would be the master bed was very hard, ended up sleeping in the kids beds, lol. But overall, very content.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your stay. This is the first time I heard of bed being hard. So sorry. It has a pillow top and a foam mattress topper as well. Usually get compliments on it. I will look into it. We appreciate your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Excellent stay!

I stayed in this bungalow for 9 nights and it did not disappoint. Beautiful large backyard with area to hang out and all the kitchen items you could need to prepare food and enjoy the home. Isabelle is instantly responsive, and helped with any questions I had right away. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much Dan! We enjoyed hosting such a wonderful guest as well. We appreciated how well you took care of everything. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Home away from home.

What an awesome stay. The house was beautiful with a nice outdoor back yard patio and it was a plus to take our small dogs. The property sits in a nice neighborhood and not too far from the city, grocery stores and restaurants. We never had any issues. The couple of questions we had, Isabelle replied very quickly. This will be our go to house everytime we visit San Diego.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Jim so glad you had a good time and enjoyed the backyard. We appreciate your nice review and how Clean you left our home. We will look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Amazing

OMG!!! Pictures do not do it justice. This home is ridiculously amazing. The back yard is WOW. The rooms are beautiful. This has everything you need and then some.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

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

Great location and place

We selected this place as it was close to Balboa Park and friends. It is a wonderful home with an amazing backyard. The host was wonderful, leaving us welcome treats and the place was super well stocked, making the trip convenient. South Park is a fun neighborhood with character. It is easy to walk to restaurants and businesses, and get around. Balboa park is close by. I had 3 14 year old kids with me and my husband and it was the perfect fit for us. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Relaxing stay

This is a wonderful property to stay at. Isabelle is quick to respond. We were greeted with cookies, drinks, cheese platter, and a personalized message welcoming us. Fresh cut flowers are also around the house. The location was perfect for us to go back and forth to the navel base on Coronado Island to visit our son while he was in port. It was relaxing to hang out in the backyard and play some horseshoes. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much Julie. We really appreciate your kind review and will continue to do our best to make guests like you feel at home. Please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was just amazing!!! There was the sweetest welcome sign & flowers waiting for us. The rooms were spacious and worked perfectly for us. The upgrades that have been done to the house fit in with the style of the house and make it charming. The kitchen is very well stocked with just about any dish or utensil you might need!! From plastic/kid plates and bowls to glass plates and bowls (enough for 8) to mixers and cake pans cookie sheets. There were toys and bikes in the garage, my son would have been in heaven had he come with me. My dad was in heaven with the pac-man game out there!!! This was the best house I have stayed in! The host was very nice and it was easy to book. Next time I head out to San DIego I will see if this is available!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Cori you are so thoughtful. I am sorry I had to leave town but happy everything went well. Please reach out when you come to San Diego again. Thank you for such an awesome review. We truly appreciate it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

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

Home Away From Home

This South Park Bungalow is warm and inviting. During our stay we entertained our family and friends. Our grandchildren (3 yrs, 1 and 7 months) enjoyed the back yard. There were age appropriate toys available for them as well as horse shoes and corn toss for the adults. The kitchen is well equipped and made it easy to prepare family meals. The nearby Food Bowl Market met our grocery needs. The Buona Forchetta Italian restaurant is excellent for a night out. Our Goldendoodle settled into his surroundings and busied himself exploring the back yard and keeping an eye out for the squirrel. The neighborhood is quiet and the people very friendly. It was the perfect choice for visiting San Diego!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Douglas. We are so happy everyone had a nice time including Rufus. Thanks for leaving the place so nice and Clean when you departed. We appreciate that. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette K.

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

EXCELLENT HOME AWAY FROM HOME! :)

This little home is a true gem, and if I ever come back to San Diego, I will definitely be staying here again! It comfortably slept way more than advertised. My family and I stayed here for my sons Marine graduation from MCRD San Diego. It was perfect. Only 20 minutes from base, and it had all the amenities you could want in a home. The outdoor space is what makes this home truly special. We did not want to be cooped up in a hotel room all week with active teenagers. This home kept them busy with a pool table, and horseshoe throwing pit, and a lovely yard to run around in. The host - Isabelle - went above and beyond with communicating with us, as well as leaving the home with extra towels, sheets, beautiful fresh flowers, and a basket of snacks for our family. Thank you so much for being so kind and accommodating to our family during a very special time in our life! We will be back! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much Nicolette. I am so happy it all worked out and we were able to keep the kids busy. We appreciate your beautiful review and certainly hope to hear from you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly K.

Fantastic value!

The location and amenities of this house can't be beat for the price. Our family of five had everything we needed for our week long vacation. Almost all of the attractions and restaurants we visited were within a 15-20 minute drive. The hosts provided extras that made us feel so welcome-treats and snacks, kitchen staples, fresh coffee, laundry detergent, plenty of towels and toiletries...above and beyond many other places we've stayed. The beds were ALL comfortable! Plenty of pillows of various types too! I've never slept better while traveling. Two things to note: Bring your robe and slippers if you're visiting in the winter. The house was a bit chilly and drafty at night (to be expected in an older house). If you're a light sleeper bring earplugs. You can hear the airplanes taking off and landing at the nearby airport. It isn't super loud, out of the five of us it only bothered me. Overall, very happy with our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Beverly for such a nice review. I will definitely see if I can add some heaters to make it a bit warmer. It has been very abnormally chilly weather for San Diego. But a great tip for visitors. Also I’m sorry that the airplanes disturbed you. This is not something I usually hear about but I apologize that it keep you awake or disturbed your slumber. Happy New Year and I hope that you will visit us again in San Diego.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney P.

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

Absolutely Perfect

Isabelle's place was even better than we expected. I reserved her home based on the positive reviews. We knew that it would meet our needs space wise but it went above and beyond what we imagined. Isabelle was so thoughtful in every aspect of the home. We arrived to fresh baked cookies, a basket of snacks and a bottle of wine. The bedrooms were spacious and we had more than enough room for my husband and I and our 3 daughters. There are bath bombs in the bathroom that unfortunately we didn't get a chance to use. Everything was exceptionally clean. Our favorite part by far is the beautiful backyard. We spend a lot of time back there relaxing. There is corn hole and a giant jenga game, a fire pit, tons of shaded seating and toys for the kids to play with. The neighborhood is safe with lots of people taking strolls and walking dogs and there are tons of places to eat nearby. There are too many good things about this home to be able to list them all. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Isabelle for your hospitality and lovely time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Wow Whitney you are so very generous with your review. I am so happy that we were able to host you and your family. We really try to make it a welcome home for our guests. It seems to have worked. Thank u for renewing my faith in Vrbo hosting. You are invited to come anytime!! We appreciate you choosing our home for your family trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

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

Perfect Location to Explore San Diego

This house is centrally located and the perfect jumping off point to explore San Diego. A short drive to the Zoo and easy drive to Torrey Pines and La Jolla. The house is well-stocked with anything you could need to prepare meals. The backyard is fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Aaron for such a nice review. Happy that you had such a good time in San Diego. We appreciate you staying at our home and leaving our home so nice and Clean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE M.

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

Beautiful home with Great Backyard

This is a beautiful home in a great neighborhood. There were five adults and two dogs in my group and we spent most of our time in the backyard. The backyard is awesome with plenty of room for pets and children to run around. There is lots of patio furniture, a grill, firepit and horseshoes. The home is comfortable, clean and equipped with everything you need. The owner even provided coffee, fresh fruit, a basket full of snacks, fresh flowers and freshly baked homemade cookies. Thank you Isabelle! Isabelle is very friendly and quick to respond to our questions. I highly recommend. We will definitely stay again when we return to San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beyond happy with our stay.

Thank you for hosting us, we had an amazing time. The house was everything that was listed and more. Thank you for allowing us to have our sons birthday celebration there. Thank you for being so attentive with us you are a great host. We definitely felt at home. Hopefully when we come to visit again we can stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much, and we are so happy it all worked out. Thank you for the sweet review and we are grateful for you choosing our home for your son's birthday celebration.

About the host

Hosted by Isabelle St Martin-Senk

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Our names are Tom & Isabelle Senk. This was our first home and we got married in the backyard in 1994. We out grew this house, but love the location and privacy that it offers. We have 3 children and live a busy San Diego lifestyle. We live in the area and are able to work close to home as well. We do a lot in the community and have been here since 1988. We enjoy time at the beaches, walking our dogs, hiking, traveling,dancing, and good times with friends and family.

Why they chose this property

We decided to use this home as a vacation rental because it was a long term rental for a long time. Our tenant was great but we wanted to upgrade the home and get some time ourselves to enjoy it again. We designed the yard for families with pets like ours, so that they can travel with their pets and the animals don't have to be inside all day. We are animal lovers. Dogs, cats, fish, geckos, turtles,whatever comes our way. We use the home for parties for our kids, celebrations, or just a weekend away from our home. We plan on keeping this home and use the money to continue improvements a couple times a year.

What makes this property unique

This home was built in the 1940's and has a very good foundation and was built to last. We love the backyard, but the location was perfect because it is close, but still private. Views of Coronado & Mexico can be seen from the front porch. We plan on adding on to the porch so that we can sit there as we age and enjoy the sunset.

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