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Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo

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A spiral staircase with a metal railing, leading to an upper floor.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A two-story building with a blue front door, a white picket fence, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A group of people sitting around a fire pit in an outdoor patio area with a barbecue grill and string lights.
A living room with a brown sofa, a white door, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Balboa Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom Loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo

Located in a Historic District on the Slope above Downtown San Diego, this beautiful Queen Ann Victorian Loft accommodates up to 2 guests. This unit is completely private with a separate entry, living space, bathroom, bedroom (loft) and kitchen. No expense was spared in the design of this highly upgraded 2-level unit which features a spiral staircase providing access to the loft area. The living area features a leather couch, LED smart TV, dining table and chairs with beautiful drapes framing 4 oversized Victorian windows. The kitchen is upgraded complete with everything you will need to cook your own meals during your stay with us. The bathroom is equipped with plenty of towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and blow dryer. The Loft offers a queen bed as well as a single bed with pull-out storage drawers. All beds have memory foam mattresses. There is a full house fan and an air conditioner to maintain a comfortable environment. There are also 2 closets as well as built in storage areas containing a boogie board, beach chairs, make-up mirror and a high chair for the little ones. An additional LED smart TV is located in the loft complete with cable access and streaming capability. The unit is beautifully decorated with furniture and drapes of modern classic design. The property is located 5 minutes driving distance to the Convention Center, Gas Lamp district, Ball Park, Coronado Island, the Airport, Balboa Park and the Zoo. Freeway access is located around the corner and bus stop transits to and from downtown can be found within a block. All local beaches are within easy driving distance of the property. Some of Golden Hill’s most popular spots such as the Turf Club, Panchitas Bakery, Luigi's Pizza and Golden Hill Park are within walking distance. Additional features in the common areas include a Barbecue Grill, Gazebo with table and chairs and Fire Pit. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee and city views from the patio table and chairs provided on the front porch. Grill your favorite foods on a gourmet barbecue and relax with dinner under a lighted Gazebo. Share the day’s events and memories of your experiences in San Diego with your favorite beverage by the warmth of the fire pit. There is an on-site coin operated laundry. Enjoy these beautiful and unique accommodations while enjoying all the best that San Diego has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Care needed when using the spiral staircase/ loft.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean and put away any dishes or kitchenware used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet Hours after 10 pm, No Party, No Shoes inside the Unit.
- $50 fee per person per night for Undeclared Guest including children. - $100 fee pet violation per pet per night.
- Additional cleaning fee for excessive dirty property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 595656vb
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
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 and a deadlock
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 Sherman Heights, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this condo is near theme parks and near a water park. Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and San Diego Bay. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego City College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Balboa Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Petco Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Seaport Village - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • 25th - Commercial Station - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Longplay Hifi - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Humberto's Taco Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Adalberto's Mexican Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Fachada - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo?

As of 5 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo on 11 Feb, 2027 start from S$4,315, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beautiful Loft Unit w/Spiral Stairs - Mins. to DT, Conv Center, Balboa Park, Zoo located?

Located in Sherman Heights, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego City College and Balboa Park. Petco Park and San Diego-Coronado Bridge are also within 1 mile (2 km). 25th - Commercial Station is 14 minutes by foot and Park and Market Trolley Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

6/10 Okay

It was "Nice"

This property was nice and as described. The owner was friendly and helpful. I have no complaints and would consider staying here again. I would say, however, that the property just wasn't quite as nice as I expected from the pics when I checked in vs. when I booked it. You can tell it has had some wear and tear since the pics were taken. Another notable may be that the house is split up into 5 or so apartments and it looks like the garage has been converted to another living space, so just a heads up that I didn't realize until check-in. I hesitated to even leave this kind of feedback because I don't feel like I was misled, but felt other potential renters may find the feedback helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Our property is continually maintained to the highest standards, so not sure what issues this guest is referring to. There is additionally no garage on our property, so that observation is also confusing. He was perhaps referring to a barn that was used in the 1800's for horses and is currently used as a staging area for our cleaning staff and to store materials used. All of our units are completely private and self contained similar to condominiums.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The accommodation was ideal and very well-stocked.

Excellent information and communication provided. Lovely appartment and not far to main attractions. Spiral staircase is a nice feature but beware you need to come down it in the night to use the toilet.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN

NEED A LARGER TV, CARPET NEEDS TO BE CLEANED. OTHERWISE GOOD PLACE AND LOCATION
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint escape

Easy online reservation ~ quaint Victorian hm with privacy to each unit. VRBO host is more than accommodating with attention to needed supplies, details, and info. Loved the moments spent there - relaxing!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location to Navy Base

First time to San Diego…. My son is stationed with Navy at gate 6. The drive to pick him up and drop off in morning was a quick 10 minutes drive. This unit worked perfect for us to cook home meals and grill in back yard. We even had a fire and s’mores. We will be back! Thank you John
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We had a great time

The condo is quaint, clean and small but had everything we needed. Didn’t love parking but John is a fantastic host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!!

Amaizing , Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient to downtown

Great rental property close to downtown San Diego and the Gaslamp district. Easy walk and conveniently located. Property manager John very nice to work with and very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Attention to Detail

We were in unit 6. It was clean top to bottom. After a day or so, I began to notice the numerous examples of the owner’s attention to detail, things like having wall hooks for hanging towels or coats in convenient locations throughout and automatic lights in the closets. Very happy with this VRBO.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Place to Stay While in San Diego

Overall we had a great stay. It is a lovely place. There are beautiful roses and plants. Great location with good freeway access. John, the owner was very proactive and responsive when we had a question. Contacted us prior to and a day after arrival to ask how things were going with our stay. Two grills available for grilling meat, etc.... Only negative(s)...not much really, 1) spiral staircase was a little small and could be difficult to climb or descend. We have a handicapped daughter who did not want to sleep upstairs in the loft because she was scared to climb the staircase. 2) Loft was nice but did have some low ceilings in some places. Hit our heads a few times until we kept reminding ourselves to duck when getting in and out of bed. These are not major issues...just have to take care so while climbing up and down the stairs and getting in and out of bed. Only mention them so those booking can be aware...3) As mentioned in other reviews parking CAN be a bit challenging, especially if you get back late in the evening. None of these are major detractors and we highly recommend John's property for a stay in San Diego. Property is close to downtown, Petco Park and the trolley stations so you can go anywhere covered by the trolley. Again...we highly recommend and will very likely use this property for our future stays (we travel to SD once or twice a year).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

a great place to stay

We liked the stay here, it is all they say it is, close to a lot of different things, to do and eat, clean and neat. Scott& Roxanne
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charming flat, great location

We have so enjoyed our stay in Sherman Heights. This is a perfect location, we walked all over the city and felt very centrally located. We never had more than a 3 minute wait when we called for an uber and despite the homeless population of the this fine city, never felt unsafe. I would highly recommend this property and we hope to return. John is a most accommodating and thoughtful host. Be sure to hit the taco stand across the street!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Unique, conveniently located home

Clean, well-cared for home near Gaslamp district and walking to harbor (a long walk) Only complaints were stained carpet and a bit noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
All of our carpets are brand new, so not at all sure why the carpet would be stained. Our staff will be checking this issue first thing tomorrow morning. We are located on the slope above the east side of Downtown San Diego. The Harbor is located on the West end, so of course that section of town would be a much longer walk.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very convenient to the Zoo ad Balboa park

We enjoyed our stay in San Diego and the Condo was in a great location for what we wanted to do. John was very helpful with information on grocery stores and the beach locations. The only thing that would have been nice is to have 2 chair in the living room so the 4 of us could have watched a movie together. 2 of us has to set on the floor. That was hard for me. We would stay there again the next time we are in San Diego and bring chairs if none are provided. The hide-a-bed was not comfortable but are they ever. Thanks for contributing to an overall enjoyable trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean and secure. A perfect home base for your San Diego area adventure.

Our family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children ages 10-16) enjoyed our stay very much. It was snug with 5 but we spent most of our time exploring the area, not in the rental. If two people don’t mind sharing a queen size sofa sleeper - two of our kids didn’t mind - it comfortably sleeps 5. John was very kind, checking in mid-stay to make sure our needs were met and offering his knowledge of the area. Our only regret was waiting until our last night to use the lighted gazebo in the back...we should have found that sooner!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

It was ok for 5 people

The location was not bad. The house structure was unique. There were 6 rooms which the room has big loft where have a twin bed and a queen size bed. Everything nice and clean very pleased. One issue was parking. We almost never park our vehicle in front of house. We drove circle around block couple times to find open spot for parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
I have owned this property for nearly 25 years and have never had a problem parking either next to the property or across the street. At times we have Guests who do not understand that there is availability on both sides. All of our units are completely private and self contained similar to a condominium.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Good location and a nice clean apartment

15 minute walk to gas lamp district and a 7 minute drive to Balboa park, the apartment is located in a nice neighborhood. It's clean and tidy. We stayed there 3 girls and we had a great time, the only thing is there was a bit of a funky smell (but bearable). Overall i would recommend you to stay in this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Our staff uses a scented disinfectant purchased from Costco to clean the bathrooms which most of our Guests like, but on occasion we receive a comment about. We always try to err on the side of cleanliness and hygene.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great location for the downtown area

We were a family of 4 staying at this property. We were going to Comic Con and the best thing was that we had free parking and were walking distance to the convention center or a cheap Uber ride! Our 2 adult boys stayed in the loft while we stayed on the sofa bed which was not the comfiest. We also had most dinners at the property and unfortunately there was not a proper table to sit at. There was a small glass table but only with 2 stools. So we ended up eating picnic style in the middle of the small living room. John, however, was easy to reach. We had a small issue with the air conditioner and it was fixed right away. There is also a washing machine on site and he provided and replenished the quarters needed to run it. The property is small and clean with great airflow in a relatively quiet area. It is perfect if wanting to explore the downtown area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great location!

We loved our stay in San Diego! We were close to many attractions with easy access to all. Comfortable stay for our family of 4 with 2 teens. Loved having the onsite laundry facility. Definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The House is a beautiful place. It was comfortable and quiet.

It was a great place to stay. It was a very clean and well thought out space. We had the loft room. Our kids (9,4) said it was their favorite place to stay. It was a 10 to 15 minute drive to all the major attractions. It was a 10 minute walk into the Downtown area. We enjoyed this little spot in our heaven.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

They paid attention to all the details

We really enjoyed our stay at this cute little place. It was clean and quiet. Every day we seemed to find another surprise that would allow us to enjoy our stay including a few boogie boards, a beach chair, beach towels, a step stool to help the kids reach the sink etc. The kitchen was stocked with the essentials and a few extras if we wanted to eat in. This was our first HomeAway experience and it set the bar high. We would definitely recommend this place. It was a great location centrally located from everyplace we wanted to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, well maintained property

We recently stayed for a week with our 3 children (7,11 & 13). This property was mainly used for sleeping- there are so many things to do nearby! Coronado Island, the Zoo, Whale Watching etc. And it's just 2 hours to LA. We were comfortable and slept well. Would definitely recommend if you are looking to experience a neighborhood space with character. Can't wait to come back!
Archival

8/10 Good

Cool place

Nice and clean apartment, close to Gaslamp Quarter. Full equipped kitchen. Spiral stairs to the loft might scare people who are afraid of heights but works good for me
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Place to Stay!

We truly enjoyed the apartment. Very clean and well maintained. Comfortable beds (slept like a baby). Kitchen and bathroom stocked with everything we needed to feel at home. It was quite obvious that there is much attention spent on details for a wonderful stay. John touched base a couple times to ensure we had everything we needed for our stay and offer any assistance to help make our stay the best it could be. Being from Houston, TX, we took full advantage of the nice front porch to enjoy early morning coffee and evening relaxation with cool breeze and no humidity! The gardens are beautiful with lots of flowers to enjoy. The washer and dryer on the premises came in handy for us. The location was close enough and offered easy access to popular areas. But just far enough to be quiet and have less traffic. There is a great taco restaurant a couple blocks for great breakfast burritos and late night taco snack. There is a small Catholic church just around the corner. A grocery store a few blocks away. Oh and finally, a great place to catch Pokémon with a stop and a gym each with in a block of the house. Our stay was wonderful, I will highly recommend it to friends traveling to San Diego!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Everything was as it was described. Cute room, everything clean and ready to go when we arrived! Owner was readily available to answer questions and very accommodating. Thanks!

About the host

Hosted by John Reardon

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I grew up in Northampton Massachusetts, a town with countless beautiful old homes and lots of woods. I spent countless days in my youth building tree forts never knowing that those 2 dynamics would intersect at this point. Upon arriving in San Diego with an interest in building and purchasing real estate, I became immediately interested in the largely neglected Victorian buildings in this area of town. This property became a labor of love for me many years ago and I hope that legacy will be carried forward by my 3 sons. My wife if Japanese, so our family often divides our time between 2 very different worlds, both with much to offer.

Why they chose this property

I am hopeful that our guests will appreciate the attention to detail and uniqueness of design that has been incorporated into every aspect of this property.

What makes this property unique

Our property is strategically located close to most of San Diego's most popular destinations. It's central location and proximity to a newly revitalized downtown, airport, beaches and parks affords our guests the best possible experience while visiting San Diego.

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