Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern!

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A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern house with large glass doors, a stone pathway, and a small patio with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with bar stools, a dining area with a blue sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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La Mesa, CA
  • Place, Grossmont Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Price is avg per night

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern! located?

Located in Mount Helix, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Mount Helix Park. San Diego State University and Grossmont College are also within 6 miles (10 km). La Mesa Boulevard Station is 27 minutes by foot and Amaya Trolley Station is 29 minutes.

Cottage in the Garden. New! Modern! Reviews

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. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hands down our best lodging experience! Communication was excellent, the hosts were so thoughtful by leaving wine/treats and even introduced themselves to us, and the property was immaculate!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay. See you next time.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place with privacy! Updated nicely and cute patio in the garden. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The cottage was beautiful, clean, easy to access and communication was great. Will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and very updated home. Backyard was calm and so peaceful. We felt very safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was beautiful. Friendly host a nice accommodations. We would stay there again
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was so lovely & also very private.Our hosts were warm, welcoming & easy to communicate with.We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great little place stayed with my husband and daughter. There was plenty of room for us and it was very comfortable. The hosts were very kind as well, I highly recommend this cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cozy cottage is well laid out plenty of room. Kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed for full dining experience. Nice self contained entry closet, laundry room and full bathroom added to the neat and tidy look of the living space. Hosts, Barb and Gary, were delightful and very accommodating. We plan to return to this amazing jewel
Stayed 84 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barb's little garden Bungalow is a very nice and peaceful place to stay... The bungalow was quite big and spacious... you can walk around freely without feeling crowded... The bed was also very comfortable ... Good sunlight comes into the room, which makes it feel fresh.... laundry on premises was a great plus!! Outside, the garden is very green and well-kept... you can sit there with coffee and enjoy the calm... It’s very peaceful, not much noise around...Also conveniently located to shops, restaurants, and it was so easy to jump on the main highway to get to our son's house.Overall, Barb's Bungalow was such a great little get away.. we plan to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience and an equally amazing host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay, gorgeous outside area to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine!

Comfortable property! Great location! Has all of the amenities! Wonderful hosts! Enjoyed are stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cottage in the garden

We enjoyed our stay. Very close to our daughter's house. Beautiful backyard
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding and very thoughtful hosts. All of the comforts of home are provided, along with added treats, coffee and drinks. Great location for us. Cannot think of one negative thing to say...it was a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our needs

This was a great property just perfect for our needs. Beautifully appointed and the ability to open the doors up to the back garden was a huge bonus!Easy communication with hosts and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place for a Getaway

My wife and I decided to visit the San Diego area for an early anniversary celebration and our stay at the Cottage in the Garden couldn’t have been better. Everything was as advertised and our hosts were not only friendly, but very gracious and accommodating. Should we visit the area again, we will definitely look to book another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super convenient stay in a lovely property

Very convenient located property. The casita is perfect for two people and is tastefully decorated. We enjoyed morning coffee on the patio while watching the hummingbirds in the yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely Labor Day weekend stay while in town to attend a festival. The cottage was easy to find, and clear, welcoming instructions helped us access the place and get acquainted with the many amenities. It was a cool, comfortable retreat during a busy, hot weekend.The hosts were friendly and responsive, and we are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cottage Review

This property was definitely designed with relaxation in mind. The location is safe and secure and after a long road trip or whatever your travels are it feels good retreating back to this place. The place was actually larger than it looks on the photos along with the backyard which really gives the place an added comfort. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage In the Garden

Pleasant two week stay at the Cottage. Host was very attentive to any of of needs/questions. We would not hesitant to stay again on our next visit to San Diego.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great host!

The garden cottage was inviting, clean, and comfortable. I love the modern look, the beautiful garden in the back, and the very close accessible highway. Barb is by far the best host that I have ever had with VRBO. Thanks for having us, we will surely stay at the garden cottage again the next time we are in town!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will stay here again

Only reason location isn’t 5 star is because it was tricky to back out onto the main road. There’s nothing that can be done about it and everything else was perfect! I’ll be staying here again when I visit my kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This little cottage overlooking a beautiful little garden was perfect for our visit to the San Diego area. The hosts were attentive and answered all of our questions via emails/text. The cottage was clean and roomy enough for our family of three.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were so extremely thoughtful. On my arrival there was bottled water, a bottle of wine, fresh baked cookies.! they had thought of everything. The bed was delightfully, comfortable, and the surrounding gardens and windows made it a pure pleasure. I travel constantly, and I have never been in a more wonderful spot. Plus they left me coffee beans to grind with about six different ways to make the coffee were available.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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