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The BEST of the best on Mission Bay!

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A balcony with a view of a beach and the ocean. There are blue chairs and a table on the balcony.
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Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mission Bay
Sleeps 7•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Captains Quarters

1 King Bed

Crews Quarters

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Mermaid room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The BEST of the best on Mission Bay!

Come join us for the best of the best on the sand in Mission Beach. Our beach house has unobstructed views of Mission Bay and you can enjoy the nightly summmer fireworks show from the large private deck.

The master bedroom (aka Captain's Quarters) has a comfy California king bed and a bathroom with a shower, jacuzzi tub, bidet and walk in closet.

There are two more bedrooms down the hall, the Crew's Quarters with a comfy queen bed and the Mermaid room with a comfy queen bed. Off the hall are both a guest bathroom and a full bathroom.

The kitchen is a cooks dream with a panoramic view of the water and all the amenities you will need, including built in appliances.

We are located just down the sidewalk from the Catamaran Resort where the Bahia Belle and William D Evans (both sternwheelers) dock nightly. This property is right on Sail Bay across from The Aquatic Center! There is a private elevator that services this property. We also provide a laundy room with a washer and dryer.

We welcome you to come experience it for yourself!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Log out of any streaming services.
Make sure the doors are locked, windows closed, stove, oven, fireplace and heater are turned off.
Return any moved furniture to where it belongs.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
At least 2 guests must be at least 28 years of age or older and booking guest will be required to provide a copy of photo ID.
Leave all towels in the laundry room. Leave the beds unmade but intact. If you’ve logged into any streaming services, please be sure to log out.
If you’ve moved any furniture, please place it back where it was when you arrived. Return the 2 key set to lockbox #3 in the carport.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 51760, STR-01826L
Property # 390358vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and on 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 Westfield UTC. Check out an event or a game at Pechanga Arena, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 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.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Waterbar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The BEST of the best on Mission Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The BEST of the best on Mission Bay!?

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The BEST of the best on Mission Bay! on 9 Jan 2027 start from AU$3,253, 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 The BEST of the best on Mission Bay!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The BEST of the best on Mission Bay!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The BEST of the best on Mission Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The BEST of the best on Mission Bay! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mission Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mission Bay, Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Beach is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Susie is amazing and her place is perfect!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot! We really enjoyed the amenities in a wonderful setting. The property is close to everything and was perfect for the 3 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was truly a beautiful place to stay! From walking in the front door and looking out over the gorgeous bay, to the comfy beds, the very well stocked kitchen, to the convenient location, our annual girl's trip LOVED it here!! We enjoyed sitting outside watching the fish jump and the dolphins in the bay, as well as the stunning sunrise. We enjoyed walking to various local restaurants, stores, and the beach. Our host was so very responsive and so very kind to share this wonderful place with us!
Dolphin in the bay
Sunrise rowing
Sunrise on our last day
Sunrise from the house
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo location is perfect. The view of Sail Bay never gets old. Sunrise is my favorite. The balcony is large enough to accommodate a group of 6 easily. It is close enough to walk to many good restaurants. If you’d like to walk on the boardwalk or the beach it is a short 5 minute walk away. Susie is a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying here. So relaxing and quiet. Our truck did fit in the parking space but we had to be right against the poles. Communication with Susie was fantastic she always responded immediately. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irene L.

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

Perfect vacation spot

Excellent views of the bay. The house is clean and the beds are comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christie M G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susie was very communicative. The beach house was beautiful with an amazing view!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sandy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning views of mission bay!!Great condo with so much space and great layout for spending a week with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and host were amazing! I would definitely book
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Susie, our host, was just wonderful. She was helpful, kind and responsive. Her home is immaculate and beautiful. The pictures are what you get. The view is more than fantastic and the location is terrific. There are so many good places to eat within a stone's throw. This is a wonderful place for a family or couples trip, I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend this property. Five of us stayed and had more than enough room. Very nice deck overlooking the bay and only a two block walk to the ocean side. Several unique restaurants within easy walking distance. The location is within a 20 minute drive of anything you would want to see in the metro area, Gas Lamp district, Little Italy, Museums, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Great place to stay!

The property was great! Clean, great location, perfect. Would 100% stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michella L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen is more than equipped, the view is amazing. The pictures online don’t really do it justice. It’s located perfectly between the bay and the beach wonderful restaurants within a block. I can’t say enough about this place. The bay is calm and swimmable. Looking forward to our future third trip back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Mission Bay property was perfect for my husband and me and our two traveling companions. The location is ideal for exploring the San Diego area, although it was hard to tear ourselves away from the terrific balcony view. The condo itself is comfortable, clean and well-stocked (preparing dinner was a breeze!) and Susie is a wonderful host. Five stars all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

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

Relax

We loved our stay at this beach house. It was quiet and met the needs of our family. Highly recommend for relaxing and quiet vibes.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

teresa r.

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

Mission Bay Relaxation and Fun

We had an amazing stay! The place had all the amenities we needed and offered plenty of space for our family of five. The location was perfect—just minutes from great restaurants, shops, and beautiful beaches. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

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

Beautiful condo; Beautiful scenery!

This is our second time staying at this beautiful property. The condo is super clean, the beds are comfortable, and it has all the amenities needed!!!! We love staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and location, cannot be beat. The unit was very clean when we arrived and this is difficult for a beach property, no sand anywhere! Easy check in procedure and wonderful communication with the host. Views, views, views.
Daily sunrise
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kacey D.

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

Great place

Everything it promised and more. Great location and beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michelle s.

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

Great location and beautiful view

We had a great time and Susie was an awesome host. Great location close to bars restaurants and all the amenities near by. Beach was five minutes away but we also enjoyed the beautiful quiet bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Great location in Mission Beach

Nice location on Bay side of Mission Beach. Great views of bay, within short walk of beach. Lot of restaurants and bars within walking distance. Close to major attractions in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

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

Great

The accommodation was fabulous, and Susie was a delight to work with. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Family/18th birthday getaway

Fantastic week on the bay. First time staying on the bayside and loved the view, quiet and nightly fireworks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susie Purvis

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THIS IS THE BEST OF THE BEST IN MISSION BEACH ON THE SAND! We are excited to offer it to you as your home away from home! Please come enjoy!

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