Located in Middletown, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Port of San Diego and San Diego Zoo. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Waterfront Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
UC San Diego Health - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
Getting around
Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Aero Club Bar - 19 min walk
El Indio - 3 min drive
NOLA On 5th - 3 min drive
Communion - 13 min walk
The Loft Bar - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Renovated Blue Cottage 5 mins from Downtown San Diego
Discover the Perfect Family Getaway in Our Cute Cozy Blue Cottage near Downtown & San Diego Airport. This 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath retreat offers comfort and charm for Unforgettable Moments.Bedroom #1: King Bed Bedroom #2: Queen bed Bedroom #3 : Bunk Bed with 2 full size mattresses Additional sleeping space : couch & queen air mattress Amenities for guests: - Shampoo , Conditioner, Body Soap, Body Lotion - Bath Towels, Hand Towels, and washcloths - 1800 Thread Count Luxury Egyptian Hypoallergenic Beddings - complimentary coffee & tea - Free fast speed internet - Beach Towels and chairs
- PET POLICY: DOGS only! We allow 1 dog per reservation - must add Pet in your reservation and pay pet fee. Dog is not allow on beds and couch- extra cleaning fee may applied for excessive hair Please CLEAN up after your pet to avoid extra cleaning fee
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Composting
Housekeeping (on request)
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off AC
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No pet on beds and couch
No smoking of any kind in the house
No extra guest or pet without talking to host in advance
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total 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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number 644065, STR-02324L
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Middletown, close to San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and Port of San Diego. You'll also find Petco Park and Mission Bay within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Renovated Blue Cottage 5 mins from Downtown San Diego good for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at Renovated Blue Cottage 5 mins from Downtown San Diego?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 2.5 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 8 mi away (17-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Renovated Blue Cottage 5 mins from Downtown San Diego?
Yes, every accommodation at Renovated Blue Cottage 5 mins from Downtown San Diego comes with a deck.
Renovated Blue Cottage 5 mins from Downtown San Diego Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Patti B.
Nov 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for MCRDSD bootcamp graduation. Easy drive to base, airport, groceries, Balboa Park and all its zoo/museums, Old Town. Host very responsive. Street parking easy to find.
Patti B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shayne G.
Jul 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! This house is close to downtown, I-5, and everything near Balboa Park area. We visited Coronado Island, Pacific Beach, and downtown SD to name a few. We would come back to this location!
Shayne G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristy B.
Nov 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
This was the perfect house for us! We were there for Marine boot camp graduation and the location was easy for all the things we wanted to do. Great experience!!
Kristy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
JoAnn C.
Oct 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
San Diego family vacation
My family and I were very pleased with the blue cottage. It was very clean and accommodated all of our needs with the ice maker and dishwasher and laundry facilities. We also enjoyed the patio outside and the grill area. Our stay was very pleasant
JoAnn C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Kendra G.
Oct 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
This property is pretty nice and easy to find. The only thing I wish was clear in the description was that parking was only available on the street. Other than that everything else was enjoyable.
Kendra G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Blaine G.
Sep 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit overflow housing
The little blue cottage is in a perfect location for us, in town near our home, close to many attractions. The owners provided easy communication and helped us manage changes to our needs with ease. They were available, but not demanding. Thanks for sharing your home.
Blaine G.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Reuben Y.
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place for a family stay
The neighborhood here is perfect!!!
So close to everything.
Absolutely cute and happy little home to stay in. Very clean. The front porch is a wonderful place to decompress.
If you stay here, do keep in mind the parking situation as it can fill up on the street at night. But we found parking every time with a little searching depending on the time of night.
Reuben Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Evan Jude D.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Central
We enjoyed our stay here. The unit was clean with very comfortable beds, and the AC works great. This unit is in an excellent location, and is only a 10-20 minute drive away from just about anything you’d want to do. Quiet neighborhood that seems safe and friendly. My main complaint about the location is that it’s street parking only, which isn’t disclosed in the description. It wasn’t a big deal, but it can be challenging to find a close spot. You also have to walk through one bedroom to access another, which is also something that wasn’t disclosed. Not a huge deal for us personally, but absolutely could be an irritating issue privacy wise depending on your group.
Only major issue was there was some shoddy electric work with noticeably loose junction boxes that pull out of the wall., and exposed wire in the closet. The host was apologetic and assured me that it would be fixed after our stay, but I feel it needs to be mentioned as it was unsafe.
That said, overall it’s a nice little house and fit our purposes well. Electric aside, I’d recommend it for a laid back stay with a small family.