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Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖

Apartment with kitchen, near Mission Bay

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Adorable studio apartment by the beach
Queen bed
Comfortable new mattress
Dream
The Perfect studio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Dog Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Pier
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖

Come escape to the beach and get away from the craziness of life. OB is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood with a fun SoCal beach vibe. You will be able to walk to great brewpubs and restaurants in just minutes. Stroll down Voltaire Street and engage all your senses for all kinds of delights and sights. Our studio is located in one of the most desirable areas in Ocean beach. No matter what direction you head, you will find yourself immersed in the pulse and grove of OB. Located only 3 blocks from one of the most popular beaches in San Diego and the famous OB Pier. Short-Term Residential Occupancy License: STR-06950L

Stroll down to the beach, or mosey along popular Newport Ave. OB offers new brewpubs, fun restaurants, antique shops, surf shops, surfing, taquerias, and great sunsets.

There is no A/C but being so close to the beach, you get a great sea breeze, but just in case, there is a portable fan (stored in the closet).

Perfect for a romantic getaway or road trip destination!

Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between stays and contact-free check-in. Check out our other units if this one is unavailable!

No house sharing when you book. You will have your own studio with privacy and a full kitchen. The best grocery store you can imagine is right across the way. We welcome you. If we do not have availability, please check out

If there is no availability, please look at unit # 7

https://www.vrbo.com/1614037?adultsCount=4&arrival=2021-05-21&departure=2021-05-25&unitId=2175336

OR

unit #2

https://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p7532040?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:homeaway:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=7532040

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Quiet time after 10:00 please
Relax and have fun!

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
Property Registration Number STR-06950L, 632105

About the area

San Diego

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Ocean Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Bay and Mission Beach, while Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Dog Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ocean Beach Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee And Plants - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Reunion Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Elvira - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Beach #4 Esalen, Cozy Cottage/studio, only 3 blocks to the beach 🏖 located?

Located in Ocean Beach, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ocean Beach Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Marine Corps Recruit Depot is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana M.

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

perfect little getaway

Perfect little place for a vacation! We were very active during the day, and it was great to come home and relax in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good area near everything. Was a pleasure working with Francesca.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cam T.

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

Comfy Cozy

Great environment. Great location. Felt very homey!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

M J.

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

Great stay

Great location. Just enough for what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great! Everything you need to stay for the weekend. Walking distance to dog beach and Newport ave. Bed was very comfy and clean. Plenty of utensils for cooking. Ocean Beach is a very vibrant and diverse community. A lot to do here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonja H.

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

Perfect spot for my needs!

Cute spot! My unit looked even better than the picture. Simple studio in a great location. 100% would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

A Hidden Gem With Endless Possibilities!

Exactly as described -Reasonably priced -Clean -Good accommodations & amenities -Very lovely neighborhood -Can walk to ANYWHERE!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location & worked for us since we just needed a place to sleep. It was clean, but it’s small and could definitely use some updating. It included beach equipment, but both of the chairs were rusty and broken. I communicated that to the host and they were very responsive. It’s also right under a flight path that started around 6:30am and didn’t stop until around 11pm. That’s obviously not at fault to the hosts, just something to be aware of. I felt it was a bit expensive for what we got, but in San Diego you’re paying for location. I like to walk and there’s plenty of stuff around to walk to- great coffee, food, beach, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Toni C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not Quite As Expected

This property would be best suited for a young traveler living out of a backpack. On the plus side, the bed was very comfortable and it was a short walk to our friends' home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

OB

Everything I needed for short stay. Didn't Bring my dog but your dog feed seems ridiculous
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Double booked

We arrived, put in the code from the email we had recently received through VRBO and were greeted by a noisy small dog. It was obvious someone was living there. We called the property manager who was apologetic and refunded our money immediately but we were still left finding a new place to stay…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

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

Anniversary weekend in OB

Had a blast! We love OB and this is our second time staying at this location. Super convenient to everything we need. Comfortable and cozy place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raynetta H.

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

A Great Little Hidden Gem

It was exactly what I wanted. It checked all the boxes for my needs. It taught me real fast how to parallel park but the unit itsself was fantastic!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Great apartment

Perfect stay for a quick trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Wonderful Ocean Beach

Loved Ocean Beach. Easy access to Balboa Park and the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

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

My thoughts

My stay was wonderful, despite the weather. Good location and close many places to eat, walking distant to shops and the beach. Ceiling lights above the bed didn't work and bathroom door really tight. Hooks on back door prevent it from fully opening, maybe replace it with a curtain.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

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

Great stay, cute spot

Awesome little spot in a good location. Wife and I stayed here for a weekend and had a great time, would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

Charming & Cozy

Francesca’s studio is charming. For a studio, it has a nice layout. It had everything I needed for a short stay. It is conveniently located near shops, restaurants and the beach. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
LOVE, LOVE this property. Walking distance to everything. Perfect space for my husband and I. We travel to SD 3-5 times a year. This cottage is going to be our perm home away from home. Francesca was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andres C.

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

A great place to stay

This is the second time I stayed in this place. Best location, near to restaurants, coffee shops and beach.

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

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

As described

Francesca & Raquel's place is just as described! Awesome location, a few blocks from the beach and easy to drive anywhere.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

joe c.

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

Great location and price

Enjoyed my stay close to everything

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Amazing!

This was a great rental and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Loved this spot!

Had the best trip in San Diego! Francesca's apartment was in the perfect location!! Three blocks from the beach, right across the street from an amazing grocery store, and basically 10 minutes from so many amazing locations in San Diego! The check in process was quick and easy, and Francesca was super responsive with any questions I had. Her place is quaint, clean, and had everything we needed for a perfect trip. Highly recommend! :)
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Francesca

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My husband and I are the owners and we enjoy traveling, laughing, the beach and of course, meeting new people. My husband is an International Pilot, so we understand why you love to travel.
During your stay, I am happy to be as involved as you would like: Check in with you, provide any recommendations, or help you plan your stay. Hands on or hands off, whatever you prefer.

Why they chose this property

The property is perfectly situated. The studio is super cozy, clean, and Zen. Grab a scooter or bike on the street and start exploring. Plenty of great restaurants and breweries for the foodie to explore all within minutes of walking out the door.

What makes this property unique

The studio is perfect, private, retro and close to the beach. Come stay at the Blue Door Cottage/Studio and we promise you will never want to leave. Close to everything one would desire when taking a beach vacation in San Diego and only minutes from the airport and downtown.

Languages:

English

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