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¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa

Family-friendly apartment in La Mesa with a water park

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, computer monitors

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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La Mesa, CA
  • Place, Mount Helix Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Viejas Arena
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Mesa

Located in Mount Helix, this apartment is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Sharp Grossmont Hospital and Mount Helix Park. The apartment includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.

What's nearby

  • Mount Helix Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego State University - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Viejas Arena - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Balboa Park - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 14 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Spring St Trolley Station - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gladly Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mastiff Kitchen - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa

The Secret Garden Guest Suite Studio – A great place to relax in your own private space located in a quiet neighborhood, nature life setting with sunset views & close to San Diego’s best attractions!

The space
This newly renovated 400 sq ft guest suite has its private entrance and parking separate from the main home on the property. Guests will enjoy the new sparkling studio with bathroom & kitchen stocked with toiletries, plenty of towels, fridge, stove, and microwave. A super cozy living dining space with a 50” Smart TV.

Sleeping: The queen bed fits two adults easily, and we also offer a full sized air mattress upon request.

TV: The Smart TV has access to streaming apps including Netflix, Hulu, etc.

WiFi: Cox High Speed Internet

Laundry: Shared Washer & Dryer available upon request.

Parking: The parking space available for Airbnb guests can fit up to two vehicles.

Pet Policy: 1-2 Pets under 50lbs are welcome with a $30 pet host/clean fee for 1-3 night reservations & $50 pet host/clean fee for 4-10 night reservations will be applied. (breed restrictions apply).

While we are have always been generally clean people, we have created additional gaps between bookings to allow time for even more robust cleaning practices. If you have any questions regarding our cleaning practices please feel free to reach out.
Guest access
You have full access to the guest suite and its amenities. This includes the patio and parking for 1-2 vehicles in designated parking spot.
Other things to note
The guest suite is attached to the main house garage. We have made efforts to soundproof the space, and are of course observant of quiet hours, but some noise may be expected.

We are dog-friendly and have dogs of our own. While not the barkiest of dogs, there will occasionally be dog sounds on the property. Our dogs are kept inside the home with access to our fenced yard and will be completely separate from the guest suite and private patio.

Your dog is welcomed in our home as long as the house rules are followed. Please do not leave your dog unattended in the space unless they have a crate and are crate trained. Dog bowls, waste bags, and leash can be provided at no additional charge; please just let me know you need them and I will be happy to provide them for you! Please be aware that any damages that result from chewing, urination, or other types of destructive behavior will be met with a fee to replace the item.

We are adhering to Airbnb's cleaning protocols during COVID. A full description of our cleaning practices can be found in the house manual upon your arrival however if you have any questions regarding our cleaning practices before booking feel free to ask.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa Apartment

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Mount Helix, close to Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, Viejas Arena, and Mount Helix Park. You'll also find The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza nearby.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at ¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each apartment and kitchens in some.

Does ¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 8.8 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 13.4 mi away (18-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at ¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa?

Yes, every apartment at ¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

¡Secret Garden! Pet Friendly Guest Studio La Mesa Reviews

Reviews

4.0
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

4.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Yolanda R.

Visiting classmates!

This place is in an ideal location. Close to major freeways that can get you anywhere in San Diego County in 30 minutes or less. One suggestion I would make is a ceiling fan would make a big difference and cut down on the use of the AC unit by circulating the air.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janell G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

I Wouldn't stay here

My son came to the VRBO with me to get settled in. I was the only one staying. As my son and I was looking at the place there was spider webs that they spray painted over instead of cleaning them off. Floor's needed drastic attention. Cabinets need a fresh coat of paint. Shower head was dripping and couldn't shut off. The Flannel Sheets were clean. My son would not leave me there. I had to find other accommodations. Called the owner to let him know I was not staying. He asked why. Shared with him what we saw. My son and I proceeded to call VRBO and was on the phone with them for over an hour with no help. I was not reimbursed any money although I disputed the charges. Was not happy with VRBO or the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022