Capture the essence of the California coast at this beautiful San Diego vacation rental! In addition to all the necessary comforts, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath house provides an outdoor space complete with a furnished deck, gas grill, and shared fire pit. Walk 2 blocks to the bay, take in the views at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, stroll through the small-town magic of Point Loma, or explore Seaside Village filled with shops and eateries — all located within close proximity to 'Casa Serena!'
-- THE PROPERTY --
STR-00745L | Walk to Restaurants + Bayfront Path | Shared Fire Pit
BEACHES: Kellogg Beach (1 mile), Sunset Cliffs Beach (2 miles), Ocean Beach Pier (3 miles), Pacific Beach (7 miles), Coronado Beach (11 miles), La Jolla Cove (12 miles) ATTRACTIONS: San Diego Bay (3 blocks), Shelter Island (0.9 miles), Maritime Museum of San Diego (4 miles), SeaWorld (4 miles), Seaport Village (5 miles), Belmont Park (5 miles), San Diego Zoo (7 miles), The San Diego Museum of Art (8 miles) OUTDOOR ACTIVITY: Disco’s Paddle Surf (0.9 miles), Shoreline Park (0.9 miles), Sunset Cliffs Natural Park (2 miles), Harbor Island Park (4 miles), Waterfront Park (4 miles), Presidio Park (4 miles), Balboa Park (5 miles), Mission Bay Park (6 miles), Torrey Pine State Reserve (17 miles) AIRPORT: San Diego International Airport (2 miles)
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- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 external security camera. This camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. The camera is located on the gated entrance and faces the entryway. It actively records video when motion is detected and will be turned on during your stay - NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit with a separate entrance, with some shared outdoor amenities - NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning - NOTE: This single-story home requires stairs to access
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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 outdoor lighting
About the area
San Diego
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Point Loma, a neighbourhood in San Diego. 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 USS Midway Museum and Waterfront Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Belmont Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Point Loma Nazarene University - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
County Center - Little Italy Station - 7 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Bali Hai Restaurant - 20 min walk
7-Eleven - 2 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Ralph's Fuel Center - 18 min walk
Better Buzz Coffee - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay!?
As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay! on 16 June 2026 start from AU$335, 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 Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Serene San Diego Retreat w/ Deck - Walk to Bay! located?
Located in Point Loma, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Humphreys Concerts by the Bay and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot. San Diego Bay and Point Loma Nazarene University are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful stay in San Diego and the casita was one key to our enjoyment. It was in an excellent location, and very quiet.It was nicely decorated and the bed was very comfortable.Brad was a great host. He was very accomodating and provided great suggestions and recommendations without being intrusive.A very pleasant place to stay.
Loved the location! Easy walking access to several Pt Loma restaurants, and quick drive to any beach.
Jack G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
brian
11 Nov 2025
Comfortable and Quite
Space was great. Very comfortable bed and furniture and nicely appointed. Enjoyed the short walks to very nice restaurants to eat and quite evenings. Only "downside" is the lack of outdoor privacy if one cares about that. Regardless, would definitely book again and recommend.
We gave 5 stars to our Point Loma casita. Clean, comfortable beds, outside space to enjoy the beautiful weather, and great location. Kitchen fully equipped and a great shower. We will stay there again
Absolutely enjoyed our stay here. The location is wonderful, can walk to restaurants, the set up of the place is perfect for a get away. The owner was wonderful if we had any questions, it is a back house but never felt bothered by the owner, it was very private. Their dogs are so sweet and friendly. We will definitely go back.
Mecklin S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Magella
6 July 2023
Perfect getaway
We loved our stay in this casita! Brad and his family are very welcoming, hospitable, and were so helpful if we ever had questions or needed anything. It's also a great location for walking to the bay or getting to Sunset Cliffs quickly. We would definitely stay again next time we're in San Diego!
Brad’s property is absolutely wonderful. Perfectly located, wonderfully furnished, spacious, and modern. As dog lovers, we also enjoyed the occasional visit from Zoey and Leo. The bungalow is exactly as described and Brad was proactive in making sure we got settled in and responded immediately to any questions we had. We will definitely come back for another visit again.
This was the nicest place we’ve stayed at. The casita was clean and beautifully decorated! Everything provided that we needed and then some. Check-in was simple and we were warmly greeted by the owner. We will stay again if we get the chance!
Sherry T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beth Antimarino
11 July 2024
What a wonderful stay at the Casita. Brad is a wonderful host! Beautiful, clean and comfortable. Great location!
Loved our stay at the Casita. Brad was wonderful as a host. Great suggestions and attentive to guests needs. Home is very clean, comfortable and wellstocked. We loved our morning visits from Leo and Zoey. This area is a great central location for all San Diego has to offer. Easy walk to restaurants and the marina waterfront area. We’ll definitely be back. Thank you for the great view for the fireworks!
GREAT little casita. GREAT hosts. Brad was very hospitable. The casita was stocked with everything you needed and then some. Clean, cozy, great location. Several restaurants within walking distance. Brad had some great restaurant recommendations. We would recommend this space to family & friends and definitely book again. Brad evan had roses for us in celebration of our anniversary.
This is a wonderful small one bedroom cottage. I love the outdoor deck as well as additional seating with outdoor heated fire pit. Brad is the best VRBO host I’ve ever experienced. My mom lives at nearby Liberty Station which makes this casita’s location super convenient. Downtown Point Loma (with every type of shop and restaurant) is within easy walking distance so no car is necessary. My husband and I found it to be a very relaxing stay due to the safe and quiet neighborhood.
My wife and I spent our anniversary and was perfect for a quiet, relaxing weekend in San Diego. The location is easy to walk to local shops and the marina as well as a short drive to SD sites including downtown, Coronado Island, and the SDSU area. The casita was very clean, had all of the amenities mentioned in the post, easy to check in (even though we came late in the dark), and had a some nice outdoor areas to eat/ chill. The owner's French bulldogs are very friendly and gentle. One of them, Leo, enjoyed hanging out with us while we ate lunch one of the days and was very loving and cute. Highly recommend this spot for a SD getaway for a couple. Thanks again Brad for the great stay!
Ryan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nestor
7 Aug 2023
The Casita Is Fantastic !!
What can I say. My wife and I stayed at the "Casita" for a week to attend a business conference. The Casita was modern, clean and comfortable. It was completely stocked with everything you could possibly need for your stay. The location was perfect with everything nearby including great places to visit and eat. It's minutes away from Sunset Cliffs (be sure to get there early and watch the sunset, you won't forget it).
The Casita also has a firepit, patio with sofas, tables and chairs and a BBQ grill if you are inclined to do some grilling. With the great San Diego weather you can sit outside and enjoy the evening.
The most amazing part of the stay was our host, Brad and his wife. They made sure we had everything we needed and were amazingly hospitable. Brad actually gave us a tour of the area and assisted us with a couple of errands. Just to give you an idea, I was returning from the conference one day and Brad noticed I was limping. I mentioned to him that I had hurt my knee previously and it was really sore. He said he would check to see if he had a knee brace in the house. He checked but he did not. I told him no worries, I would go get something the next day. When we got up in the morning, next to the door, there was a new knee brace waiting for me. Brad had gone to a pharmacy and purchased one for me. Brad's hospitality and kindness goes above and beyond and we plan to stay in touch.
In addition, Brad is a wealth of knowledge. All of his recommendations on where to visit and eat were spot on. Make sure you ask him for his recommendations.
I also want to mention that they have a couple of Frenchies that are adorable and love to come and greet you first thing in the morning. I think it's an added bonus.
Just to close out, all I can say is why rent a stuffy hotel room when you can rent the Casita and feel like you have a house all to yourself (which you literaly do) as well as having an execellent host like Brad. Try it, you won't regret it.
Nestor
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
From the owner: "Great! Thank you, Nestor. Having you guys was more than a pleasure! I hope you return! It is so easy to be a great host when our guests are kind and friendly! Thank you for being fantastic humans! I personally appreciate people like you. Great!"
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen
10 Nov 2022
Cosy Comfortable Clean
Loved this spot! Great Point Loma location. Looks recently renovated. Very clean. Very comfortable with tons of places to sit. Very kind host. We will definitely stay here again! Thanks.
Kathleen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matt
13 Sept 2022
Excellent Stay!
We stayed for a long weekend at the Casita and had everything we needed in this perfect place for 2. The home is very clean and has lots of nice amenities, including an adjoining deck, shared outdoor space that is very nicely designed, plush towels, toiletries, a very comfy bed, had bottled water and fresh flowers, and good kitchen amenities too! The place looks recently remodeled so has a great modern comfort feel (fast WiFi too)! Brad was very hospitable and the families dogs are incredibly friendly and very happy to see you! Felt private even when sharing the outdoor space with the owner. Great location, nice quiet street in a nice neighborhood and walkable to many places. Would definitely rent again!!
Matt
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roberta
23 July 2022
The Best Stay!! MORE THAN 5 STARS!!
Everything was great, the Casita, the area, the weather and most of all our host Brad! We felt right at home as soon as we arrived, Brad helped us take our luggage out of our car to the Casita, he was very nice, friendly, easy to get ahold of and most generous. The Casita was beautiful, clean, comfortable, had everything we needed! It was a great location easy walk to the bay and nearby restaurants and coffee shops. We are definitely planning to return as soon as we can!! Thank you Brad, if we could give you more than 5 STARS we certainly would, Roberta and Juan
Roberta
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tracy
6 Mar 2022
Beautiful accommodations
The home is just as pictured - very comfortable, spotless and clean, and lovely. Host Brad was very accessible and ensured every need was met.
Tracy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa
1 Feb 2022
FANTASTIC STAY!
Wow, what an amazing stay we had at the Crowe family home! The property was updated and all the attention to detail did not go unnoticed. So many purposeful touches such as plenty of extra towels, blankets, shampoo/conditioner, seltzer waters, beer, orange juice, toiletry basket, etc. Brad even went the extra mile to leave me a nice card and wine (as we were there to celebrate my birthday). Oh and can't forget to mention all the beautiful art in every room!! The property is located in a very nice, safe area. We woke up and took morning walks along the marina and popped over to Shelter Island for a beautiful view of entire skyline of San Diego just a few minutes from the property. Brad was attentive to anything we could need- even offering us a ride to the airport. We will definitely be back!!! Thank you Crowe family!
Alyssa
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Shared from the owner: Alyssa, thank you so much for the kind words. We are so grateful that you enjoyed your stay here in our Casita. You guys were a pleasure to have and we hope you come visit our beautiful city again soon. Thank you so much again for the kind review, as we have put a lot of love and thought end to this property. We hope you come back again soon!