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OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖

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A cozy bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a white bedspread, a rocking chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bookshelf with plants.
Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a fluffy chair, a small table with a lamp, a bookshelf, and a TV mounted on the wall.
Comfy queen bed
Go to one of the amazing restaurants in Ocean Beach or make a quick bite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dog Beach
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Dog Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖

Perfect for a romantic getaway or road trip destination! Newly decorated! Stay in one of San Diego's most charming beach communities. Walking distance to OB's Newport Avenue, where you will find amazing cafes, breweries, and restaurants, as well as one of San Diego's best beaches and the longest concrete pier on the West Coast. This spacious studio cottage is located in a laid back neighborhood which immerses you in the true OB vibe. Short-Term Residential Occupancy License: STR-06950L

I am so excited to be able to offer this brand new listing to you! Will be redecorated soon! Absolutely perfect for the fun, outgoing traveler that wants the ease of being able to wander and walk everywhere! Several of the studio cottages in the complex has been converted into cozy, clean and comfortable vacation rentals near the beach. Dogs are welcome for $25 a night per dog.

Welcome! I am always available for any questions or recommendations. Never hesitate to text or call me anytime! I want to make sure your stay is wonderful and meets all your expectations.

Perfect for a romantic getaway or road trip destination!

There is no A/C but being so close to the beach, you get a great sea breeze, but just in case, there is a portable fan (stored in the closet).

Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between stays and contact-free check-in.

If there is no availability, please look at unit # 4

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7689281?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:homeaway:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=7689281


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unit #2

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7532040?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:homeaway:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=7532040

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
1.Have fun and enjoy Ocean Beach 2. Catch a sunset 3. Check out the famous OB Pier
$15 per night pet fee paid directly to owner (Venmo, Apple Pay or cash). Limit one dog.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 632105, STR-13837L
Property # 1614037vb
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 deadlock

About the area

San Diego

Located in Ocean Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near a water park. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Pechanga Arena or Petco Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Dog Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Beach Athletic Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Beach Pier - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mission Bay - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Reunion Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coffee And Plants - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Plant Power Fast Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harumama - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

As of 26 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$565, 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.

How much is parking at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN BEACH, #7 ZEN, RETRO COTTAGE STUDIO, ONLY 3 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH 🏖 located?

Located in Ocean Beach, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ocean Beach Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Mission Beach and Old Town San Diego State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cozy spot with easy access to the beach, pier, and shops!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect spot for a solo traveler! The host was very communicative when power was out upon my arrival, and the space was clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Although there were plenty of restaurants ad bars within walking distance there we like to cook in one or two nights and had brought food to cook with but found there were no baking dishes. Ocean Beach was amazing The people were friendly, the beach was in walking distance. We had a great stay and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was easy, location was great for getting to zoo, Lego land, beaches. A lot of restaurants nearby. We were happy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

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

Great place

Great place, very cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a fantastic stay here. The room was very clean and the property was walking distance to restaurants, shops, bars and the beach. The area was quiet in the evenings. Our host provided clear instructions , and checking in and out was seamless. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dora S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Nice place and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to restaurants & bars. It was close to the beach. Timing was not the best in our experience there was a holiday parade so it made it very difficult to park. Overall nice place to stay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean. Close to lots of activities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice little bungalow! It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay! We’ll be back for sure! Susan is an excellent hostess!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jef W.

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

Ocean Beach Getaway

Great location with walk-able access to food, coffee, and the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaryPat L.

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

Cozy and cute

Great location, near beaches, shopping, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Beach Property

Clean, comfy, enjoyed our time tremendously!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

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

Excellent location

Great stay. Cute place. Weather was warm while we were there. Little warm without A/C, but all in all, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
Thank you for staying with us. A/C is normally not needed in the area but we will take into consideration that a portable unit might be necessary.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet and quaint.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to so many places and things to do! Loved the area and clean. Warm at night and needed the fans
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dondra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was tiny and basic, as expected. Little adorable place and it was pretty clean. Able to walk everywhere, beach, bars, shops, etc... Bring 4.75 in quarters for each load and bring your own detergent. We washed our bedding first. Parking sucks but its OB, what do you expect? I come from San Diego and this was a really good deal considering the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Kitchen had scratched teflon pan that needed replacing. Microwave was too high to use without a stool. Easy access to shops and restaurants and bike path.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient for beaches and city. Easy to find & access.Parking nearby not too difficult.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the place and enjoyed our time. The only thing is that the airplanes were really loud. Must be in the take off/landing path.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
The location is in the flight path. I apologize for the inconvenience of the noise. I hope besides the airplane noise everything else was good
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental was perfect for our stay in Ocean Beach! Walking distance to the beach and all amenities we needed were included in the apartment. Even street parking was manageable. The airport is close by so you do hear planes flying over during waking hours. The host was easy to reach and very accommodating to us. Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brance H.

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

Nice and clean

Great spot close to the beach walking distance to shops and restaurants in OB.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shoshana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this property! Clean, simple, close walk to lots of coffeeshops and food that we enjoyed. It had everything we needed for a small weekend getaway. If you are looking to cook, the kitchen is a little limited and there is no coffee grinder as is listed. This didn’t impact our stay too much, we still had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Susan Escolar

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My husband and I are the owners and we enjoy traveling, laughing, the beach and of course, meeting new people. My husband is an international pilot, so we understand why you love to travel.
During your stay, I am happy to be as involved as you would like: Check in with you, provide any recommendations, or help you plan your stay. Hands on or hands off, whatever you prefer.

Why they chose this property

The property is perfectly situated. The studio is super cozy, clean, and Zen. Grab a scooter or bike on the street and start exploring. Plenty of great restaurants and breweries for the foodie to explore all within minutes of walking out the door.

What makes this property unique

Close to everything and so easy and fun to get around and walk, run, or grab a scooter. My favorite grocery store, "The Peoples Market," is right across the street. Plenty of great restaurants and bars for the foodie to explore, all within minutes of each other.

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