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A balcony with a red umbrella, a metal table, and chairs overlooking a beach and pier.
A two-story beachfront building with a balcony and red umbrellas.
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a red umbrella, and a blue umbrella on the sand.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and a microwave.
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a TV. There's a glass table with chairs, and a balcony with a red umbrella.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Imperial Beach, CA
  • Place, Imperial Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Imperial Beach Dog Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Imperial Beach

Located in Seacoast, this condo is adjacent to Imperial Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of San Diego Bay. The condo includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Imperial Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Imperial Beach Dog Park - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 23 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • San Diego State University - 28 min drive - 22.0 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Ave Trolley Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 21 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chula Tacos Taquerias - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1 Bedroom on the Sand

***Due to the ongoing issues with Mexico's water treatment pumps, the ocean is not guaranteed to be open at this time.. They do test the bacteria levels daily, but the majority of the year the Ocean has been closed from the Border, past Imperial Beach up to Coronado Beach. If swimming in the ocean is a major amenity I would not stay in these areas, until further notice.***

Sandcastle

The Sandcastle is a 4-plex, that sits right on the sand. There are 2 units on the first floor, and 2 units on the second floor.

Your unit #916A

Unit #916A sits on the second floor on the south side of the building. This is a very simple property. You have a Queen bed in the bedroom area, and there is also a Queen size sofa bed that can be used in the living area. There is No Air conditioning in this property, but you can open the sliding glass door that goes to the balcony and have amazing ocean breezes.
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The area

Relax in a quaint beach town, stroll on the quiet beach. Walk on the old fishing pier, and bring your rod and bait! Excellent surfing! Watch or participate! A 10 minute drive affords you easy access to the famous Island of Coronado and its golf course. 25 minutes takes you to the world famous San Diego Zoo, Seaworld, San Diego Embarcadero, San Diego Convention Center, fabulous desert or mountain drives, Mexico, and all that the sophisticated city of San Diego has to offer!
The condo features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The condo also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Sand Condo Imperial Beach
Condo 1 Bedroom on the Sand Imperial Beach
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1 Bedroom on the Sand Imperial Beach
Sand Imperial Beach
Sand Condo
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1 Bedroom on the Sand Condo Imperial Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this condo?

This condo is situated in Seacoast, just steps from Imperial Beach. You'll also find San Diego Bay and Silver Strand State Beach within a short drive.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Does this condo offer breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this condo.

What is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ), which is 13.6 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 17.1 mi away (33-minute drive).

1 Bedroom on the Sand Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 72 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing I will definitely go back again next time I visit San Diego. Lots of restaurants in walking distance very safe and friendly people there
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this rental is fabulous! Right on the beach, walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops. Love that it was pet friendly too! Our pups enjoyed being so close to the beach….lots of walks. The rental was clean and had most everything you would need. We were a little surprised that shower products weren’t provided. I wish there was a broom so we could’ve kept up with the sand. I hated leaving it messy. We would definitely stay here again! We had the most relaxing time!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
one of my fav places to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Had a great time right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and a well-equipped apartment with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay in Imperial Beach. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little spot

Great place to stay if you’re looking for a place on the beach. We would recommend to anyone looking for an affordable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway

Great location next to the pier and local restaurants. Cozy place to vacation!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for San Diego vacation

This was an absolute perfect place to vacation, the location is excellent! Right off the beach, you get that cool ocean breeze. It's in a quiet area, but also very near everything to do in the San Diego area!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Great little place to stay. I almost didn’t need to drive anywhere- the beach was out the back door, and there are plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and convenience stores nearby to walk to. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Location was great with everything in walking distance, wish I would’ve brought a box fan (due to two kids sleeping in the same bed) other than that it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Love this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very good experience

Wonderful stay. This is the third time that we stayed here, but really, the couch should be replaced. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small but nice

Small but nice, Great views it worked for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location!

Fantastic location, responsive hosts, appreciate that it’s pet friendly for our senior dog. Pity the beaches don’t allow swimming, not the fault of the hosts, and the homeless situation seems to be getting worse.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Closet smelled really strong of urine and the smell went throughout the unit; was unable to bear it without all without all windows open. Called host and nothing but voicemail; called Vrbo and they claimed they would contact host and call me back; never happened; horrible service all around
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Frequent Visitors

We have stayed in this four unit building many times now. We thoroughly enjoy the view, location and convenience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location at the IB pier.

As others have stated the property is a little dated. But the location is fantastic! The views are amazing and so many amenities within a few blocks. I will stay at this Vrbo again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I've said this before Gem found

love IB. nice place safe dog friendly 4th time stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

diamond in the rough. love it

great location other people in the other units are friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We stayed at a different location because this one was not available. It was an upgrade of space for sure. The views were nice and the place was very comfortable. My husband and I did not feel comfortable laying on the beach due to the homeless people that lived on the beach and wondered the beach at all hours of the night. Imperial Beach has a homeless problem and needs to be addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Small, basic, but very clean and the location is right on the sand by the Imperial Beach pier. Fold away sleeper sofa mattress is very thin and not comfortable. If you are looking for location first and clean, this is your place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend vacation

The unit is small but plenty of room for 2 adults plus a dog. It was clean. Perfect location. We did have issues with the internet. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location can’t be beat!

This unit was extremely comfortable for my partner and I. Catching sunset on the lanai and falling asleep to the sound of the ocean made for a very relaxing trip! We would stay here again in a heartbeat and highly recommend! As other reviews mentioned, the unit is well-appointed in a bare bones kind of way. Be sure to pack your own toiletries, beach towels, and bath mat because they are not provided by the cleaning company.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The sound of the waves!

We've stayed here a number of times over the years, it's our refuge! The apartment is not large, it's very basic, but for us it's perfect! Bring your own coffee and can opener :-)... The main attraction for us is the ability to sleep with the sound of the surf! The waves crashing just a short distance away is the most relaxing thing in the world! It is very rare to find a rental so close to the ocean!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The host never answered my emails. I was locked out of the unit the day I was leaving with my car keys and dog still inside. Had to beg lifeguards for a ladder. Other than that the stay was nice. It was my fial goodbyes to the city I was born and raised in. Lind of a messed up adieu!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

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