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Charming Hillcrest 2br Chef`s Kitchen + Fast Wifi
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

San Diego, CA
- Place, Fashion Valley Mall3 min drive
- Place, Mission Valley Mall5 min drive
- Place, San Diego Zoo5 min drive
- Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Hillcrest 2br Chef`s Kitchen + Fast Wifi
Centrally located in a quiet neighborhood, walkable to grocery stores, and close to the best open parks and beaches San Diego has to offer, book your escape with us and find out why our gorgeous weather is one of the top reasons guests come to town!
Check out our discounts for essential workers, educators and extended stays.
Stays between 1/21 and 2/7 may be affected by construction in the unit above ours.
We know what`s important to travelers because we`ve ventured all over the world ourselves.
This luxurious getaway, located in the heart of all the culture and character that is the Hillcrest neighborhood, provides the perfect blend of comfort, cleanliness, distance from points of interest, and value.
Location (all times listed represent driving distance unless otherwise noted):
- Walking distance from San Diego`s best dining, shopping, and nightlife on University Ave.
- Minutes from several grocery stores
- 10 minutes from the beach.
- 5 minutes from the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
- 5 minutes from Fashion Valley and Mission Valley shopping.
- 10 minutes from Sea World.
- 5 minutes from Balboa Park.
- 10 minutes from Downtown, Little Italy, and Old Town.
- 10 minutes from airport.
- Farmer`s Market a few blocks away.
Features
- Very quiet location for a peaceful night`s sleep, but still just 2 blocks from Washington Ave.
- 1 king bed + 1 queen bed + 1 queen sofa sleeper.
- Plenty of street parking.
- Washer/dryer.
- Full kitchen.
- Garden available for use.
Adjacent neighborhoods: North Park, Bankers Hill, University Heights, Mission Hills, Normal Heights, Kennsington, South Park, Little Italy, Old Town, Mission Valley.
We`ve lived in this beautiful city all of our lives. We`ll be glad to help point you in the right direction for the best places to go and activities to do so you can make the best of your stay!
Guests will have access to the entire unit. The property also has a shared back yard to which you will have access.
While we are available should any questions, comments or concerns arise, the guest will have full privacy.
Hillcrest is one of San Diego`s most trendy and fun neighborhoods with tons of great local coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and shopping. Centrally located, this is where the locals hang out.
Walking distance from everything Hillcrest has to offer but to venture further out, there are bus stops within a few blocks. If you have a car, there is close freeway access and and ample street parking.
Please check out our other listings for additional availability and occupancy, or feel free to send a note if you`re interested in booking multiple apartments for your stay for larger groups.
Please see our auto-reply that is sent to you immediately after you make a reservation as it will require a response within 24 hours. We may also require your e-signature for a rental agreement, and a link to that agreement will also be provided in the same auto-reply.
By booking this property, you are acknowledging that you have read and will abide by the Good Neighbor Policy outlined below.
GENERAL
Standard check-in time is 4 PM and check-out is 10 AM. We thank you for not smoking and not bringing any pets onto the premises.
Please ensure that the total number of guests you specify in your booking is accurate, including all infants and babies of all ages, and let us know if that changes. We will only accommodate those guests specified and no more above and beyond that number, especially due to municipal codes regarding occupancy.
NOISE & GATHERINGS
Due to the residential nature of our neighborhood and out of respect for our neighbors, we have a strict policy against social gatherings or any other loud/disruptive activities, especially after 9pm. This also means no visitors (anyone not already accounted for in the booking and already staying here) at any time. Our property manager lives nearby and he’s had to ask guests to leave in the past for throwing parties.
OCCUPANCY
Please note the maximum occupancy and number of bedrooms specified in this listing. The maximum number of guests, including all infants and children, shall not exceed this number at all times.
SAFETY
There may be cameras present on the exterior of the property. Please see the listing for further details. Cameras must remain clear and not be tampered with or blocked in any way.
STAYS LONGER THAN 30 NIGHTS
The booking site does not have a mechanism for recurring charges, but as a benefit to both us and the guest, we do require a recurring cleaning of the unit to be scheduled once every 2-3 weeks at an additional cost equal to the original cleaning fee each time, and this would include cleaning of towels and linens. This is charged separately for each individual cleaning.
FURNISHINGS
Moving existing furniture out of the apartment or new furniture into it without consent of the host is strictly prohibited. Moving large furniture within the apartment from one room to another is also prohibited as our housekeeper may not be able to physically move it back once you depart.
PARKING
Parking details are specified in the Amenities section of this listing. If there is no reserved parking, please observe all posted parking restrictions when utilizing public parking.
TRASH & RECYCLING
Use blue bins for recycling, green bins for food waste, and black bins for everything else.
INFANTS & BABIES
If our space is listed as child-friendly, it’s because we’ve had many families with infants request to stay. While we’re happy to host those groups, please note that we do not provide cribs, pack and plays, or infant bedding, so plan accordingly if needed. However, if our space is listed as not suitable for children under 12, that means we are unable to accommodate young guests for safety or comfort reasons.
COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT
We are pleased to provide you with internet service during your stay. By utilizing our internet connection, you agree not to download, share or otherwise use others` copyrighted content, such as movies, music, computer games or television shows without proper authorization
OTHER
We understand that accidents happen. If anything breaks during your stay (e.g., a wine glass, photo frame, vase), please let us know right away so we can clean it properly for the next guest. We generally don’t charge for small items or decor, so don’t hesitate to reach out.
We trust your stay will be a pleasant one, and we would be grateful if you would consider leaving a positive review following your visit. Should any concerns arise during your stay, we encourage you to contact us directly so we can resolve them promptly.
Please note that, in line with Airbnb’s policy prohibiting compensation in exchange for reviews, any courtesy refunds will be issued 14 days after checkout.
If a guest violates these house rules, an incident management fee of up to $500 may be charged to cover the administrative time, travel, and effort required to investigate and resolve the issue. This fee is separate from any additional costs related to damages, extra cleaning, or penalties for specific violations.
CITY REGULATIONS
The City noise limits pursuant to Municipal Code sections 59.5.0401 and 59.5.0501, and remedies available to the City to address and enforce violations, including the issuance of individual administrative citations in an amount up to $1,000 to each guest and to the host. Upon a failure to vacate by the expiration of the occupancy term, guests may be deemed trespassers and may be subject to removal by relevant authorities Pursuant to Chapter 5, Article 1, Division 10 of the Municipal Code, if the police are called to address public peace, health, safety, or general welfare issues, guests may be responsible for the cost of the police response.
Check out our discounts for essential workers, educators and extended stays.
Stays between 1/21 and 2/7 may be affected by construction in the unit above ours.
We know what`s important to travelers because we`ve ventured all over the world ourselves.
This luxurious getaway, located in the heart of all the culture and character that is the Hillcrest neighborhood, provides the perfect blend of comfort, cleanliness, distance from points of interest, and value.
Location (all times listed represent driving distance unless otherwise noted):
- Walking distance from San Diego`s best dining, shopping, and nightlife on University Ave.
- Minutes from several grocery stores
- 10 minutes from the beach.
- 5 minutes from the world-famous San Diego Zoo.
- 5 minutes from Fashion Valley and Mission Valley shopping.
- 10 minutes from Sea World.
- 5 minutes from Balboa Park.
- 10 minutes from Downtown, Little Italy, and Old Town.
- 10 minutes from airport.
- Farmer`s Market a few blocks away.
Features
- Very quiet location for a peaceful night`s sleep, but still just 2 blocks from Washington Ave.
- 1 king bed + 1 queen bed + 1 queen sofa sleeper.
- Plenty of street parking.
- Washer/dryer.
- Full kitchen.
- Garden available for use.
Adjacent neighborhoods: North Park, Bankers Hill, University Heights, Mission Hills, Normal Heights, Kennsington, South Park, Little Italy, Old Town, Mission Valley.
We`ve lived in this beautiful city all of our lives. We`ll be glad to help point you in the right direction for the best places to go and activities to do so you can make the best of your stay!
Guests will have access to the entire unit. The property also has a shared back yard to which you will have access.
While we are available should any questions, comments or concerns arise, the guest will have full privacy.
Hillcrest is one of San Diego`s most trendy and fun neighborhoods with tons of great local coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and shopping. Centrally located, this is where the locals hang out.
Walking distance from everything Hillcrest has to offer but to venture further out, there are bus stops within a few blocks. If you have a car, there is close freeway access and and ample street parking.
Please check out our other listings for additional availability and occupancy, or feel free to send a note if you`re interested in booking multiple apartments for your stay for larger groups.
Please see our auto-reply that is sent to you immediately after you make a reservation as it will require a response within 24 hours. We may also require your e-signature for a rental agreement, and a link to that agreement will also be provided in the same auto-reply.
By booking this property, you are acknowledging that you have read and will abide by the Good Neighbor Policy outlined below.
GENERAL
Standard check-in time is 4 PM and check-out is 10 AM. We thank you for not smoking and not bringing any pets onto the premises.
Please ensure that the total number of guests you specify in your booking is accurate, including all infants and babies of all ages, and let us know if that changes. We will only accommodate those guests specified and no more above and beyond that number, especially due to municipal codes regarding occupancy.
NOISE & GATHERINGS
Due to the residential nature of our neighborhood and out of respect for our neighbors, we have a strict policy against social gatherings or any other loud/disruptive activities, especially after 9pm. This also means no visitors (anyone not already accounted for in the booking and already staying here) at any time. Our property manager lives nearby and he’s had to ask guests to leave in the past for throwing parties.
OCCUPANCY
Please note the maximum occupancy and number of bedrooms specified in this listing. The maximum number of guests, including all infants and children, shall not exceed this number at all times.
SAFETY
There may be cameras present on the exterior of the property. Please see the listing for further details. Cameras must remain clear and not be tampered with or blocked in any way.
STAYS LONGER THAN 30 NIGHTS
The booking site does not have a mechanism for recurring charges, but as a benefit to both us and the guest, we do require a recurring cleaning of the unit to be scheduled once every 2-3 weeks at an additional cost equal to the original cleaning fee each time, and this would include cleaning of towels and linens. This is charged separately for each individual cleaning.
FURNISHINGS
Moving existing furniture out of the apartment or new furniture into it without consent of the host is strictly prohibited. Moving large furniture within the apartment from one room to another is also prohibited as our housekeeper may not be able to physically move it back once you depart.
PARKING
Parking details are specified in the Amenities section of this listing. If there is no reserved parking, please observe all posted parking restrictions when utilizing public parking.
TRASH & RECYCLING
Use blue bins for recycling, green bins for food waste, and black bins for everything else.
INFANTS & BABIES
If our space is listed as child-friendly, it’s because we’ve had many families with infants request to stay. While we’re happy to host those groups, please note that we do not provide cribs, pack and plays, or infant bedding, so plan accordingly if needed. However, if our space is listed as not suitable for children under 12, that means we are unable to accommodate young guests for safety or comfort reasons.
COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT
We are pleased to provide you with internet service during your stay. By utilizing our internet connection, you agree not to download, share or otherwise use others` copyrighted content, such as movies, music, computer games or television shows without proper authorization
OTHER
We understand that accidents happen. If anything breaks during your stay (e.g., a wine glass, photo frame, vase), please let us know right away so we can clean it properly for the next guest. We generally don’t charge for small items or decor, so don’t hesitate to reach out.
We trust your stay will be a pleasant one, and we would be grateful if you would consider leaving a positive review following your visit. Should any concerns arise during your stay, we encourage you to contact us directly so we can resolve them promptly.
Please note that, in line with Airbnb’s policy prohibiting compensation in exchange for reviews, any courtesy refunds will be issued 14 days after checkout.
If a guest violates these house rules, an incident management fee of up to $500 may be charged to cover the administrative time, travel, and effort required to investigate and resolve the issue. This fee is separate from any additional costs related to damages, extra cleaning, or penalties for specific violations.
CITY REGULATIONS
The City noise limits pursuant to Municipal Code sections 59.5.0401 and 59.5.0501, and remedies available to the City to address and enforce violations, including the issuance of individual administrative citations in an amount up to $1,000 to each guest and to the host. Upon a failure to vacate by the expiration of the occupancy term, guests may be deemed trespassers and may be subject to removal by relevant authorities Pursuant to Chapter 5, Article 1, Division 10 of the Municipal Code, if the police are called to address public peace, health, safety, or general welfare issues, guests may be responsible for the cost of the police response.
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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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About the area
San Diego
Located in University Heights, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

San Diego, CA
What's nearby
- Kindred Hospital San Diego - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Mission Valley Mall - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
- San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min walk
- TapRoom Beer Company - 10 min walk
- Lestat's on Park - 9 min walk
- Great Maple - 6 min walk
- Sonny’s - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monica K.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome neighborhood
Monica K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill & Jonathan A.
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
Jill & Jonathan A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashiyana I.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay!
Ashiyana I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Jim S.
23 Mar 2016
Spacious & comfortable 2 bedroom
Jim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016
10/10 Excellent
Kerri S.
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Host 2 bedrooms in great neighborhood
Kerri S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Constance Y.
26 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Constance Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Madelon P.
30 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for us...
Madelon P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Nataly P., -
24 May 2017
Comfortable and conveniently located
Nataly P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Maria Alice G.
25 Jan 2017
very nice place
Maria Alice G.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
K T.
11 Oct 2016
Convenient and comfortable
K T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Conner P.
14 Sept 2016
Excellent House and Location
Conner P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lila C.
2 July 2016
Loved our stay in this beautiful, cozy home.
Lila C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Carole P.
9 Apr 2016
Hillcrest haven!
Carole P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Wendy K.
25 Mar 2016
Successful Last Minute Vacay!
Wendy K.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
15 Nov 2015
Best place to stay in Hillcrest
Jennifer S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Betty Y.
12 Nov 2015
Nice apartment, but watch for your deposit return!
Betty Y.
About the host
Hosted by Farawae Vacation Rentals (farawae.com)
Farawae Vacation Rentals is thrilled to host your stay at our property! We are San Diego natives who love this city and we have taken pride in sharing that local experience with guests since 2012. With thousands of 5-star reviews across our 50+ listings, our team is always here for our guests and will help ensure your stay is a memorable one!
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Why they chose this property
Location is everything when you're on vacation. This place is situated perfectly within walking distance of the Hillcrest neighborhood and all of its charm, character, restaurants, nightlife, and shopping, but is still within a residential area that is quiet and peaceful with plenty of parking.
What makes this property unique
This is a beautiful, well-maintained and restored craftsman home that has over 100 years of character and charm built into it. It's been upgraded very carefully to retain all of its unique characteristics while still accommodating the modern day traveler to ensure the most comfortable, convenient, and relaxing experience while living there.
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