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Casa Mariposa | Charming Old Town Home +Hot Tub
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- The great outdoorsGuests love the outdoor space here.
- Firepit availableOne of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
- Discover nearby landmarksClose to Old Town San Diego State Park
Popular amenities
- Spa pool on site
- Onsite parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
Explore the area

San Diego, CA
- Old Town San Diego State ParkPlace, Old Town San Diego State Park1 min walk
- Whaley House MuseumPlace, Whaley House Museum3 min walk
- Marine Corps Recruit DepotPlace, Marine Corps Recruit Depot15 min walk
- San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)8 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Casa Mariposa | Charming Old Town Home +Hot Tub
HIGHLIGHTS
• Historic Renovated San Diego Cottage
• Prime location in Old Town San Diego
• 3 off-street parking spaces
• Outdoor courtyard with hot-tub
• Outdoor fireplace and dining patio
• Walk to dozens of restaurants and shops
SUITABILITY
• 2 steps up to a single-level floor plan
• No smoking
• Pets OK!
• All guests ages 25+ unless family groups
• Equipped with decibel meters - No parties
• Back yard curfew is 10:00 PM
SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS
• Bedroom 1 – Cal King bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 3 – Twin over Full Bunk + Single (sleeps 4)
• Living Room – Sofa Sleeper Queen (sleeps 2)
Casa de Mariposa is a wonderful historic landmark home in the heart of Old Town San Diego. This lovely Spanish-style property features plenty of charm and interesting details while providing guests the perfect location to stay while exploring all that San Diego has to offer.
A gated landscaped courtyard greets you and leads to a solid wood door in an arched entryway. Step up to the light-filled living room with conversational seating and accented with hardwood floors and arched ceilings (indoor fireplace in pictures is not for guest use). Streaming TV and Cable is located inside the antique armoire.
Adjacent to the living room is the dining room, complete with seating for up to 8 (with leaf) and views to the outdoors and conveniently next to the kitchen. The fully equipped kitchen makes whipping up your favorite meals a breeze. There is a breakfast nook with seating for 6, and a door leading directly to the outdoor courtyard dining and entertaining.
The fully walled and gated courtyard makes the perfect place for relaxing and enjoying San Diego’s world-famous climate. You and your guests will enjoy this well-designed and welcoming outdoor space complete with mature shade trees, Saltillo tiles, a walk-up bar with stools, a chiminea-style fireplace, and a group outdoor dining table under an open-beamed covered patio. Mature tropical trees and splashes of colorful Mexican tiles complete the space and add to the feel of this special retreat. After a full day of sightseeing and activities, there is nothing like sipping a cold drink and soaking in the bubbling hot tub while sharing stories of the day’s adventures.
There are 3 sleeping rooms, each fitted with hotel-style linens and comfortable beds. The primary suite features a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a jetted tub and shower. French doors open to the interior courtyard and bring light into the space. Bedroom 2 features a queen bed and bedroom 3 comes with a twin over full bunk and a single bed that can sleep up to 4 with children. Each room is equipped with Streaming TV's and Cable services in the Master Bedroom.
Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, ready-made beds, one towel set and beach towel per guest, and a starter kit of all soaps and paper goods.
This home is a designated historic landmark and has been lovingly restored to offer all the modern amenities expected by our guests, but still maintains the charm and old-world touches that make this home something really something special.
Message the Bluewater Vacation Homes team for help finding the perfect home for your group or for assistance planning your vacation to San Diego. Once you arrive, our guest services team is available 24/7 to ensure you have an exceptional experience.
LOCATION
Casa de Mariposa is situated in San Diego’s most popular destination, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Founded in 1769, Old Town was California's first settlement and is the historic heart of San Diego. Known for authentic Mexican Cuisine, Old Town boasts over 30 restaurants, sure to please even the choosiest eater. Dotted with 32 historic sites, attractions, live entertainment, 75 places to shop and the Junipero Serra Museum, Old Town is a must-see for any visitor and those lucky enough to stay at Casa de Mariposa get to live right in the middle of it!
NEARBY SAN DIEGO ATTRACTIONS
• Balboa Park and Museums: 3.4 miles
• Belmont Park: 5 miles
• Gaslamp/Downtown San Diego: 4.5 miles
• La Jolla Cove: 10.5 miles
• Mount Soledad Veterans Memorial: 10 miles
• Old Town State Historic Park: Walk
• San Diego International Airport 3.5 miles
• San Diego Zoo: 5.5 miles
• SeaWorld San Diego: 3 miles
• Seaport Village: 4 miles
• Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve: 15 miles
• USS Midway / Seaport Village: 4.5 miles
THINGS OF NOTE
The indoor fireplace is not for guest use. Yard is not enclosed, pets must be walked offsite.
The City of San Diego's Short-Term Rental Ordinance is strictly enforced. Parties and/or noise disturbances will result in a minimum $1,000 fine and eviction with no refunds.
Guests must sign a separate e-sign agreement with important terms and conditions and ID and credit card verification is required to complete the booking process.
Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM. To properly clean, sanitize and maintain the home, we are unable to accommodate early check-ins or check-outs if another guest is arriving or departing that day.
Furnishings and amenities are subject to change. No refunds are given for any reason unless the home is uninhabitable. Guest ages and plans for use of the home must be approved, and reservations may be declined or canceled at management’s discretion.
• License number: STR-03633L TOT Certificate: 639411
• Historic Renovated San Diego Cottage
• Prime location in Old Town San Diego
• 3 off-street parking spaces
• Outdoor courtyard with hot-tub
• Outdoor fireplace and dining patio
• Walk to dozens of restaurants and shops
SUITABILITY
• 2 steps up to a single-level floor plan
• No smoking
• Pets OK!
• All guests ages 25+ unless family groups
• Equipped with decibel meters - No parties
• Back yard curfew is 10:00 PM
SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS
• Bedroom 1 – Cal King bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 – Queen bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 3 – Twin over Full Bunk + Single (sleeps 4)
• Living Room – Sofa Sleeper Queen (sleeps 2)
Casa de Mariposa is a wonderful historic landmark home in the heart of Old Town San Diego. This lovely Spanish-style property features plenty of charm and interesting details while providing guests the perfect location to stay while exploring all that San Diego has to offer.
A gated landscaped courtyard greets you and leads to a solid wood door in an arched entryway. Step up to the light-filled living room with conversational seating and accented with hardwood floors and arched ceilings (indoor fireplace in pictures is not for guest use). Streaming TV and Cable is located inside the antique armoire.
Adjacent to the living room is the dining room, complete with seating for up to 8 (with leaf) and views to the outdoors and conveniently next to the kitchen. The fully equipped kitchen makes whipping up your favorite meals a breeze. There is a breakfast nook with seating for 6, and a door leading directly to the outdoor courtyard dining and entertaining.
The fully walled and gated courtyard makes the perfect place for relaxing and enjoying San Diego’s world-famous climate. You and your guests will enjoy this well-designed and welcoming outdoor space complete with mature shade trees, Saltillo tiles, a walk-up bar with stools, a chiminea-style fireplace, and a group outdoor dining table under an open-beamed covered patio. Mature tropical trees and splashes of colorful Mexican tiles complete the space and add to the feel of this special retreat. After a full day of sightseeing and activities, there is nothing like sipping a cold drink and soaking in the bubbling hot tub while sharing stories of the day’s adventures.
There are 3 sleeping rooms, each fitted with hotel-style linens and comfortable beds. The primary suite features a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a jetted tub and shower. French doors open to the interior courtyard and bring light into the space. Bedroom 2 features a queen bed and bedroom 3 comes with a twin over full bunk and a single bed that can sleep up to 4 with children. Each room is equipped with Streaming TV's and Cable services in the Master Bedroom.
Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, ready-made beds, one towel set and beach towel per guest, and a starter kit of all soaps and paper goods.
This home is a designated historic landmark and has been lovingly restored to offer all the modern amenities expected by our guests, but still maintains the charm and old-world touches that make this home something really something special.
Message the Bluewater Vacation Homes team for help finding the perfect home for your group or for assistance planning your vacation to San Diego. Once you arrive, our guest services team is available 24/7 to ensure you have an exceptional experience.
LOCATION
Casa de Mariposa is situated in San Diego’s most popular destination, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Founded in 1769, Old Town was California's first settlement and is the historic heart of San Diego. Known for authentic Mexican Cuisine, Old Town boasts over 30 restaurants, sure to please even the choosiest eater. Dotted with 32 historic sites, attractions, live entertainment, 75 places to shop and the Junipero Serra Museum, Old Town is a must-see for any visitor and those lucky enough to stay at Casa de Mariposa get to live right in the middle of it!
NEARBY SAN DIEGO ATTRACTIONS
• Balboa Park and Museums: 3.4 miles
• Belmont Park: 5 miles
• Gaslamp/Downtown San Diego: 4.5 miles
• La Jolla Cove: 10.5 miles
• Mount Soledad Veterans Memorial: 10 miles
• Old Town State Historic Park: Walk
• San Diego International Airport 3.5 miles
• San Diego Zoo: 5.5 miles
• SeaWorld San Diego: 3 miles
• Seaport Village: 4 miles
• Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve: 15 miles
• USS Midway / Seaport Village: 4.5 miles
THINGS OF NOTE
The indoor fireplace is not for guest use. Yard is not enclosed, pets must be walked offsite.
The City of San Diego's Short-Term Rental Ordinance is strictly enforced. Parties and/or noise disturbances will result in a minimum $1,000 fine and eviction with no refunds.
Guests must sign a separate e-sign agreement with important terms and conditions and ID and credit card verification is required to complete the booking process.
Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM. To properly clean, sanitize and maintain the home, we are unable to accommodate early check-ins or check-outs if another guest is arriving or departing that day.
Furnishings and amenities are subject to change. No refunds are given for any reason unless the home is uninhabitable. Guest ages and plans for use of the home must be approved, and reservations may be declined or canceled at management’s discretion.
• License number: STR-03633L TOT Certificate: 639411
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