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Canyon Treehouse

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Dining
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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Canyon Treehouse


Welcome Home! Luxury and relaxation at their best are combined in this one-of-a-kind canyon beauty! Our gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is located in the heart of Hillcrest just 1 block from the world-renowned San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. Our luxurious and spacious home is completely remodeled, using all high-end finishes and everything is new! The interior boasts a private master with ensuite bath, and a second bedroom with canyon views. Spacious kitchen and indoor and outdoor dining.

The Space:
Home features a 75-inch 4k Samsung QLED Smart TV

- TV has Netflix, YouTube TV, HBO Max, Fubo, etc. It is also Airplay/Cast capable from your phone

Living room sofa is not a pull out sofa bed, it's an oversized sofa that will sleep 2 without Ottoman, or Ottoman can be pushed into corner of sofa to create a double sized bed. Extra sheets, blankets and pillows provided.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire top of the property including home, entry patio, back patio and garage (washer/dryer). Guests will not have access to park in the driveway, that is reserved for the unit downstairs.

The Neighborhood:
Hillcrest is a neighborhood in San Diego located northwest of Balboa Park. It is an accepting urban village with a small town feel. Hillcrest is known for its tolerance, diversity and locally-owned businesses including eclectic restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs and boutique shopping. It is also known for its salons and spas, medical offices, two major hospitals and the largest concentration of LGBTQ+ owned businesses in the city.

Balboa Park is a cultural oasis that includes 17 museums, gardens galore and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. At 1,200 acres, Balboa Park is one of North America’s most iconic urban parks and a must see on any visit to San Diego

Getting Around:
Being in the heart of the city, Balboa Park and Hillcrest are accessible by a number of major streets. Additionally, Hillcrest is among the most walkable neighborhoods in San Diego with a neighborhood Walk Score of 87. Rideshare is easily accessible. Many Bird scooters and bikes nearby.

Other Things to Note:
Pet friendly, $99 per stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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Pets

Pets allowed

Charge may apply

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking or loud music or parties. We do accept pets but it is important to pickup after them on a daily basis. Also, there will be an additional...

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 642482, STR-03908L
Property # 9966293
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
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 Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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 natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rich's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sydney's Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Baja Betty's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Canyon Treehouse pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Canyon Treehouse?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Canyon Treehouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canyon Treehouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Canyon Treehouse located?

Located in Hillcrest, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. Petco Park and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful! We really enjoyed the Tree House and the beautiful setting. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Thank you for the treats and drinks! I would stay there on our next trip to San Diego as it’s located near everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our group of 4 and dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chung jen t.

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

Had a wonderful short vacation stay

It is an excellent host and a fantastic location. The facilities are superb and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a quick SD getaway! Right by the San Diego Zoo. Clean and quiet. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Great location

Lovely home, well equipped and close to restaurants. Would note that it really only sleeps 4 people in bedrooms - the huge couch is big enough for 2, but not with any privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

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

Perfect getaway home for one or two couples in Hillcrest

We had an awesome day. The place had everything you need and super convenient to the areas we wanted to go to.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May, 2023
Thank you so much for your stay and for your review! We're so happy that you enjoyed your stay. You were a pleasure to host and would recommend you to other hosts as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jack j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean , nice place to stay. Helpful, responsive host . The house is well stocked for guests. Nice area , within walking distance of balboa park and a short drive to the san diego harbor
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Wonderfully Walkable

What a treat to stay in a place with all the amenities of home and not have to rent a car! The house was clean, peaceful, and within walking distance of so many local treasures. Perfect for small families. We had an incredible trip and look forward to our next visit to San Diego!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect! Beautiful with lots of space inside and outside. Nice to be so close to Balboa park and nature trails. Loved sitting outside and relaxing.Easy communication with the host and super friendly. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is in the amazing place to stay in San Diego. It has great owners and it's in the middle of Balboa Park. The scenery of just the house is incredible. Every major attraction is very close and even in walking distance!!!! If you ever go to San Diego California choose the Hillcrest it's a great place to make memories. Fully equipped with everything your family needs And more.....we loved it and will go back....
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aisha P.

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

Very clean and beautiful

Really enjoyed this location and stay.. beautiful home with gorgeous views. Close to downtown in a quiet neighborhood with no issues with street parking. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A very nice place

Me and my friends stayed here for 2 nights and it was a really good place. Everything is clean and well maintained. The neighborhood was also calm and nice. We would come back again and definitely would recommend to anyone that wants a a nice to stay in San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely home situated in a nice neighborhood with spectacular rear canyon views! The listing photos exactly reflect each room. Very clean, well stocked with necessities and additional thoughtful items. The property does not lack anything! It is a wonderful home with a very responsive host. We will definitely be returning!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN W.

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

A Piece of Paradise

The ultimate home away from home with everything we could have needed. Clean, clean , clean with the perfect location for wonderful places to explore and eat. A lovely backyard veranda full of squirrels, birds and foliage. Comfy beds and a very well appointed kitchen. We really recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene W.

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

Perfect

Wonderful location, house has amazing outdoor space and the interior was exactly as described! Enjoyed my time with my son and mom!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2023
Thank you so much for your stay and your amazing review! It was really a pleasure to host such kind and great guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harriett W.

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

Excellant

The property was gorgeous and as shown on Vrbo. The neighborhood is very nice and quiet. The owner was very responsive to all emails.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SB

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

A Definite MUST Stay

Gina and Efrain were superb hosts, and welcomed us into their lovely home for a month. The house was perfect for our family. The location is ideal, the neighborhood safe, and the house was comfortable and inviting. We will definite return when we are back in San Diego. I would highly recommend as they are the best hosts.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

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

Awesome

Property was very well kept very clean. This will be the property. I choose to come back to if I take another vacation to San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliott N.

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

Impressed

The property managers do a great job to maximize the space, and make it a nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

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

Comfortable, Very convenient location

We loved being able to walk to the Zoo and Balboa Park. The home was well laid out and perfect for our family. The outdoor deck and garden below made a very nice area to relax, and we enjoyed the spacious Kitchen, Dining area and Living room. The bathtub plug was missing, and it was a bit annoying to have to strip the beds before leaving, but overall we had a great stay and would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danine L.

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

Great location, clean, quiet, all amenities

Our family of four (2 adults, 2 kids) really enjoyed our stay. The property was clean and comfortable, providing all listed amenities and many others. It was a quiet street despite being just a few blocks from balboa park. The host provided a booklet on the property as well as lists of things to do and places to eat. It’s very close to museums and the zoo, but also not a long drive to sea world and the beach. We felt at home coming back each night after our daily excursions to a comfy couch and large TVs for family movie nights. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L.

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

A Total Winner

My wife and I stayed in Hillcrest Canyon Treehouse (late September 2024) and every aspect of it was great. A lovely property. Clean, comfortable, well furnished and equipped, and in an amazingly quiet neighborhood, despite being within a block of the northern border of beautiful Balboa Park. The kitchen was spacious and had everything you could want. The outdoor deck (including the retractable awning) was a wonderful place to have your meals. It was super quiet and dark in the bedroom, and the AC made for a nice cool sleeping environment. No doubt about it--whenever in the future we are in San Diego, this is where we will be staying,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina V.

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

Highly recommend

Enjoyed my VRBO stay in San Diego! Great location, responsive host, and a comfortable place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2023
Thank you so much for your stay and your amazing review! It was really a pleasure to host such kind and great guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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Hosted by Efrain Cabas

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