Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large island.
A spacious living room with exposed wooden beams, a large wooden table, a leather sofa, and a fireplace.
A traditional stone building with a brick pathway, a wooden sign, and lush greenery.
A house with a brick pathway leading to the front door, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a lawn.
A spacious living room with a large leather sofa, wooden beams, a patterned rug, and a staircase with ornate railings.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
With a hot tub, an outdoor pool, and 5 bicycles, this vacation home accommodates 12 guests in 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It includes a heated pool and private pool. Enjoy water views from the patio, yard, and deck while exploring nearby fishing and water sports at Sail Bay and Riviera Shores Beach.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mission Bay
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub

Plan the perfect family reunion or getaway in this one-of-a-kind 2,800 sq ft. historic home. Built in 1927 by the famous Scripps family in the unique "storybook" style; the home has been remodeled with the latest features to enhance its old world charm. This large house features an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, 5 separate bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and loads of outdoor patio space, providing the ideal mix for both quiet relaxing and fun social time. During the summer season, rentals run from Saturday to Saturday.
Located in the heart of Pacific Beach (PB) San Diego's premier beach destination, the location can't be beat. Pack your wagon with surf and sand toys and head west for 2 blocks to the Pacific Ocean. Or, switch gears and head south 2 blocks to Mission Bay for a leisurely bike ride or to read a book on the sand. Forget something at the store? Ralph's supermarket is a 5 min. walk away, as are a wide variety of restaurants and shops for every taste.
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** A great place for wedding parties, professional groups, birthdays and family reunions.**
City of San Diego STRO License # STR-02254L
Indoor amenities :
* Bedrooms: 5 total ( 4 upstairs, 1 first floor with in suite bathroom)
* Beds: 1 King, 3 Queens, 2 Full ( sleeps 12 very comfortably )
* Large master suite with 18 ft. ceilings
* 4 bathrooms appointed with marble or tile
* Gourmet kitchen with all essentials and tons of counter top space for entertaining
* Brunswick billiard table, professional, 8 ft.
* High speed internet: 1 Gb, Unifi system, cable TV and 75" flat screen in family rm
* Washer and dryer
* Small heated swimming pool (with additional energy charge of $30/day with 3 day min.) SDG&E charges $3/ therm / $.59 Kwh
* Patio cabana and BBQ gas grill
* Roof top deck with 4 person hot tub with views of Mission Bay and Sea World fireworks
* Plenty of outdoor seating for lounging and dining
* Bikes (5), wagons, beach toys for kids and beach chairs
* Two off street private parking spots: 13' x 45' parking area

Neighborhood amenities ( All within short walking distance )
* Full size super market grocery store and drug store
* Bike rentals and surf shops
* Restaurants and bars
* Catamaran Resort Hotel (popular for weddings and sail boat rentals)
* Souvenir and clothing shops
* Library
* Kids playground on the bay at Fanual Street

Nearby attractions:
* Sea World
* Crystal Pier
* Belmont Amusement Park
* La Jolla Cove
* San Diego Zoo and Animal Park
* Coronado Island
* Old Town San Diego
* Balboa Park
* Legoland
* Del Mar horse races
* Whale watching and fishing tours

**Please note:
This property is located in a quiet, single family neighborhood.
The owner lives on-site in an adjacent apartment. We only rent to responsible groups, primarily families. This is not a "party house".
Guests MUST observe QUIET hours from 10PM to 7AM.
Individuals under 30 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
NO SMOKING AND NO PETS.
Check in 4:00 pm on date of arrival and check out is 10:00 am on date of departure unless other arrangements are made with owner.
We look forward to meeting you in PB !
3 - 4 night minimum stay. July to mid August: 7 night minimum stay.
Xmas and New Years are separate rental weeks with 7 day minimum.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small swimming pool is only 3 1/2' deep
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Ask owner regarding events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only
Pool heating is available at $35 / day with a 3 day minimum. For events, ask owner. Xmas and New Year are 2 separate rental weeks with a 7day min
Confetti is not allowed. Guests are required to load the dishwasher and set to run. Please, no dirty dishes left in the sink.
Cleaning fee ($499) applies to a "light cleaning". Guests are expected to clean up after an event/party including the extra trash.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-02254L, 608221
Property # 498474vb
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: 30
Note from host: Ask owner regarding events.
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 Pacific Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and near 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 San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for USS Midway Museum, or head to an event or a match at Pechanga Arena. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crystal Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mission Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Baked Bear - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Storybook Beach House 2 blocks from the Beach or Mission Bay with Pool & Hot tub located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Beach and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay and Mission Beach are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Michaels

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Ryan is a retired general contractor from Seattle. Remodeling old houses was a passion of mine.

Why they chose this property

When I moved here in 2007, I was looking for a lively neighborhood close to the ocean along with a full size grocery store and lots of dining choices within walking distance. Location location location! I love this neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

Unique old world style house with modern conveniences with an unbeatable location.
Not another modern generic rental with Ikea finishes.

Languages:

English

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