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Steps to Beach/Pet Friendly/A/C

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Welcome to Mission Beach Cottage!
Living Room with Flat Screen TV
Steps to Beach
Bar-B-Que after a day at the beach
Miles of Beach!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Steps to Beach/Pet Friendly/A/C

Highlights:

Walk-to-everything location
A/C & Full Kitchen
Outdoor Patio for People-Watching
BBQ, Beach Gear & More
Local, Responsive Management

Cozy Coastal Vibes in the Heart of Mission Beach!

Escape to sun, surf, and salty air in this charming 2-bedroom beach cottage—just steps from both the ocean and the bay! With cool A/C, beachy charm, and modern perks like high-speed Wi-Fi and streaming TV, it's the perfect mix of retro relaxation and today’s comforts.
Sip wine on the patio as the beach life buzzes by, walk to local coffee spots and eateries, or unwind with your pup (yes, we’re pet friendly!). Great for families, small groups, and anyone craving an authentic SoCal experience. Minutes away from Belmont Park, home of the only beachfront amusement parks in San Diego!

Mission Beach delivers it all—surf, sun, roller coasters, boardwalks, and endless SoCal flavor!

Neighborhood:

Fun and funky Mission Beach is a top destination for San Diego Visitors. Mission Beach is in the heart of all the action. Featuring miles of beach and boardwalk. It's the ideal spot to try surfing, rent a boat or bike to explore the area. Restaurants and shops are nearby by along with Belmont Park Amusement Park which features the historical roller-coaster and arcades along with ocean front dining.

No smoking in any form is allowed at the property.

Pack n' play available for rent, please contact the office for details.

Furnishing shown in photos are subject to change/updating - please contract office for any specific questions

You must be 25 years old to rent this home.

This house does not have assigned parking but there is street parking available.

TOT#: 615802
STRL #: 02400L

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 615802, STR-02400L
Property # 3179486vb
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

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. 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. Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Belmont Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Deck - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lahaina Beach House Restaurant & Cocktails - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪World Famous - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach/Pet Friendly/A/C pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach/Pet Friendly/A/C?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach/Pet Friendly/A/C?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach/Pet Friendly/A/C located?

Located in Mission Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Mission Beach Boardwalk and Belmont Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay, the place was clean, and the location is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2026
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean, comfortable. We got in late and had a little trouble getting in the house but was able to get a hold of someone who was very helpful. Pictures suggested an ocean view which did not exist but the location ended up being great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GINA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
accommodations were perfect for my little family. only suggestion would be to change the shower head to one on that can be a sprayer to hose sand out of littles butts better! first time at a vrbo and we had a great experience
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2026
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again next time!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely a great location with plenty shopping and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2025
Thank you for giving us your feedback, we're so thrilled that you had a wonderful stay! Absolutely come back to stay with us again, we'd love to host you.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lacey W.

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

Great Location- Perfect For Small Group

Great Location, place is clean, was good for our small family
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
This was meant to be a 5 star review, unfortunately it couldn't be changed. We're happy to know that you enjoyed the location and we look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time weve stayed here and loved it both times. Ocean Sands is awesome to work with and the location is amazing. Hopefully be back next year for the third time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we greatly appreciate it and are so thrilled that you had a nice stay again. We can't wait to host you in the summer :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan R.

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

Fantastic getaway!!

Clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
We love seeing that you had a fabulous time, we hope you come back and stay with us again on your next vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dalia T.

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

Great location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is perfect for beach and outdoor activities. Didn’t need the kitchen but nice to have it stocked with all the basics. Neighborhood bars can be loud but nice to have so many restaurants nearby. Loved Olive for breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Thanks very much for taking the time to leave us a review. We're so glad you had a wonderful getaway, please come back and stay with us again - we'd love to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan O.

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

Great location

Place is located in a perfect spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Great location. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elyse G.

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

Amazing vacation

This condo is in an amazing location, steps away from the beach, restaurants and stores. The condo was equipped with everything we needed for our stay and the check in/out process was easy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thanks for your feedback and kind words Elyse - we're happy you enjoyed yourselves!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, relaxing stay. Home is squeaky clean in a quiet neighborhood. Onsite parking a plus. 2-minute drive to Washington St. Mall and the beach. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amon s.

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

Mission beach fun

Perfect size for my family of four and little dog. Would rent again. Awesome time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Amon, we're happy to see you enjoyed the rental - please come and stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

25 May wedding stay

The house is located in a central location from the Pacific beach and mission Beach both with in a couple of yards. The house was clean and comfortable for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vickie T.

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

Relaxing Weekend

Very close to beach and food. Great location and mostly quiet neighborhood at nighttime.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

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

Great location!

The location was great and the cottage itself was very clean. The owners were also very responsive. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

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

Perfect for a quick getaway

Easy walking access to great restaurants and shops and just a minute from the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely visit to our beloved Mission Beach. This property is right on a quiet sidewalk between houses on both sides rather than on a busy street. We only had one request of the host while we were there and they responded and took care of us within minutes.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we greatly appreciate it and are so thrilled that you had a nice stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah N.

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

Family vacation

This was our first time in San Diego and it was a great location for accessing the beach. Mission was a cute coastal area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

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

Fantastic Location

This property’s location was awesome - only about 1-2 blocks from the beach and boardwalk but far enough away for things to be pretty quiet. Also very close to many bars/restaurants. The home had everything we needed and the beds were super comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana B.

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

Mrs

Great place !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2024
Hope you return to stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Short Snow Get Away

Amazing location! Restaurants, bars, laundromat, small grocery, beach and free parking all less than 2 minutes walk from condo.Communication was proactive on management’s part and prompt in reply. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
Thanks, Julie, we loved hosting you! Please come stay with us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Convenient

Was very convenient to restaurants and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Great Beach getaway

Cottage was perfect for a short beach getaway. Convenient to beach and restaurants and shopping. Didn't have to move the car once we got there! Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
We can't wait to have you back! We are glad you had such a great time!

About the host

Hosted by Ocean Sands Vacation Rentals

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Local management company with expertise in Mission Beach. Great customer service. All homes inspected prior to check in.

Why they chose this property

Steps to beach and bay. Close to restaurants and coffee shops. Easy to rent a bike or surfboard. Very walkable.

What makes this property unique

Well maintained. Kitchen has everything you need. Great front porch for relaxing. Beach chairs and umbrella provided.

Languages:

English

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