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Private, Charming Cottage! Perfect for Long Stays!

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A bedroom with a bed, two white dressers, a window, and a ceiling light.
Interior
A patio with a sofa, a patterned rug, and potted plants.
A white bedside table with a blue lamp, a clock, and a plant.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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La Mesa, CA
  • Place, La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Private, Charming Cottage! Perfect for Long Stays!

Unwind in this elegant bungalow with a history of nurturing. The large brick oven in your courtyard was used to feed soldiers returning from WWII. These days, you can soak up some sun in that courtyard, whip up a great meal in your well stocked kitchen, or snooze in plush comfort. You're approx. 20 mins away from absolutely everything San Diego has to offer; beaches, hiking, culture, historical sites, amazing food, and world class Ed & Med facilities. Charming downtown La Mesa is even closer!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This space is not equipped with a high chair/crib
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Keep it intimate and considerate.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3030036vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Keep it intimate and considerate.
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, a first aid kit 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

La Mesa

La Mesa is home to this cottage. USS Midway Museum and Pechanga Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are not to be missed.
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La Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego State University - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 18 min drive - 19.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
  • SeaWorld - 20 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • 70th St. Trolley Station - 16 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪J-K's Greek Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Deano’s Pub - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, private, pet friendly cottage close to all that San Diego has to offer pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Charming, private, pet friendly cottage close to all that San Diego has to offer?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, private, pet friendly cottage close to all that San Diego has to offer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, private, pet friendly cottage close to all that San Diego has to offer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, private, pet friendly cottage close to all that San Diego has to offer located?

Situated in La Mesa, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from San Diego State University. Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km). 70th St. Trolley Station is 16 minutes by foot and La Mesa Boulevard Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful stay at this charming Vrbo near San Diego State University. The home was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and quaint, and I felt very safe staying there on my own. It was also an incredible value for such a convenient location. The host was amazing, kind, responsive, and helpful throughout my stay. I am looking forward to staying there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We enjoyed our stay at thsi property. We had everything we needed. The property was neat and clean. Shane was very helpful and always available if we had any questions. Thanks for a great stay. Lisa and George
Stayed 57 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2023
Lisa, You and George were a pure pleasure to have! You are welcome back absolutely any time! Thank you for being fabulous guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where do I even start?! Shane is the absolute best. Her and her husband were so thoughtful, making my home away from home so homey (lol) and welcoming for me and my two dogs. I would 100% recommend staying here for business, vaca, family time. She had literally everything you could have needed, dog toys for my dogs, washer/dryer. Thank you SO much for allowing me to stay here while I found my footing in the beautiful Sunny San Diego.
Stayed 91 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The location was awesome, and the kitchen had everything we needed for an extended stay. Shane was easy to communicate with and was quick to help with the few minor things that came up. Our favorite part was the private patio. Our dog absolutely loved being able to relax outside in the sunshine. We’d definitely book this place again!
Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Shane MacDonald

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