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Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat

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A covered entrance with a teal door, potted plants, and a tiled floor leading to an archway with a view of a garden.
A turquoise door with a small window above it, surrounded by potted plants and greenery.
A garden with a wooden fence, potted plants, and a pergola.
A living room with two armchairs, a coffee table with books, a floor lamp, and a window with a city view.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Balboa Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Full Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

San Diego

Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. USS Midway Museum and Pechanga Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. With sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Rich's Nightclub - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hotel Circle - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flicks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rich's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oscar's Mexican Seafood - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baikohken Ramen - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat on 4 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,924, 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 Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Architectural and Delightful Urban Retreat located?

Located in Hillcrest, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of UC San Diego Health and Balboa Park. San Diego Zoo and Marine Corps Recruit Depot are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing historic home with great location
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and area are just as described. There is not as much street parking as advertised, but the garage works well. Great neighborhood, easy to walk to many things of interest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to stay

A lovely property in Hillcrest. It has everything you need for a very pleasant stay and it is spotlessly clean and comfortable. Whenever required, the host was responsive to any questions we had. The location is great with a Wholefoods in close proximity and Trader Joes and Ralph’s a short walk away. It’s walkable to Balboa Park and the Zoo and downtown is a good walk - but an Uber back as it’s uphill most of the way! A thoroughly enjoyable stay in this very special property.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed having Norman as our guest. He took great care of our historic property and he is welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and livable historical home

This small house was a pleasant and convenient retreat for a family of adults. Amenities were lovely including luxury linens and upscale kitchen appliances. Kitchen and dining room were more than adequate for cooking and serving family meals. The immediate neighborhood was quiet and felt secluded and safe, yet we were a short walk from a grocery, drug store, and coffee shop, so it would be very easy to get anything one might need. Architecture buffs will also appreciate the tastefully preserved/restored historical structure and the abundance of architectural reference books about the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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