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Tropical Hideaway 15 minutes from downtown and beaches!

Holiday home in La Mesa with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Grossmont College
  • Place, San Diego State University
  • Place, Viejas Arena
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tropical Hideaway 15 minutes from downtown and beaches!

Shadow House is a private sanctuary nestled on an exclusive road, yet, oh so close to the vibrant heart of San Diego.

This charming retreat is your perfect base camp as it's only 15 minutes away from sun-kissed beaches or downtown.

With boutique hotel amenities and lush outdoor spaces, we’ve practically invented outdoor comfort with a side of charm.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

La Mesa

Mount Helix, a neighbourhood in La Mesa, is home to this holiday home. Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Map
La Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Grossmont College - 4 min drive - 6.7 km
  • San Diego State University - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Viejas Arena - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 16 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Amaya Trolley Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sideways - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Submarina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sombrero Mexican Food - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Hideaway 15 minutes from downtown and beaches! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Hideaway 15 minutes from downtown and beaches!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Hideaway 15 minutes from downtown and beaches!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Hideaway 15 minutes from downtown and beaches! located?

Located in Mount Helix, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mount Helix Park. The Magnolia and Superior Court East County Division are also within 6 miles (10 km). Amaya Trolley Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peyton W.

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

Great Getaway but some things to consider.

The location and space was beautiful! It was the perfect amount of space for my husband and I. We chose a SUV for our car rental which I am happy for it because to get to the rental the road is a steep incline and the turn into the parking space could be a concern if you have a low clearing vehicle or a manual. Also when we arrived all the windows and doors were open besides the security door which was locked. My security is very important so being in a new area of San Diego I would have preferred that all the doors were closed and locked upon arrival. There are two front doors. A steel security door and a wood door. The wooden door does not deadbolt and barely closes. A slight pull on the handle and it comes right open. This would definitely be something to consider if you are traveling alone. If I was not with my husband, I don’t know if I could have stayed here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right off the highway. It was very clean and had everything you would need for a comfortable and classy stay. Beautiful outside area that has lots of space and a water feature. Loved this place would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darci W.

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

Wonderful little oasis!

Clean, modern, comfortable and private. Perfect for the two of us during our 5 nights in San Diego visiting family. Thank you Joshua!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe F.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Stayed for 2 nights and it was lovely! A very cool property in the hills that was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

leigh a.

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

Tropical Paradise

This lovely space is wonderful! The greenery and the decorating is so cheerful. If you thrive on being outside in a welcoming, plant-filled space with lots of seating options, this is the place for you. I am a sucker for L-shaped couches and this home has one on the inside and one on the outside. Loved my stay. The host was very responsive, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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Hosted by Samantha & Joshua

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