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A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a grey sofa, and a fireplace.
An aerial view of a coastal town with residential buildings, a beach, and a pier.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table with woven placemats, and a bench.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1387 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, this vacation home is next to popular attractions like Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mission Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Belmont Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 8 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 15 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Sports Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Draft Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ruriberto's Taco Shop - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything

You've found the perfect beach home for your next vacation to San Diego. Where coastal modern complements traditional charm in this beautiful three bedroom, ground floor unit in the blissful, peaceful neighborhood of South Mission Beach. Located just a block from the Bay and 3 blocks from the Ocean, you can enjoy the best of both worlds exploring all the fun. When you're not exploring, you'll be enjoying the large patio space private for your home, complete with outdoor dining, a fire pit, and comfortable sofa seating around. Enjoy the newly updated kitchen complete with clean modern finishes and appliances. The renovations continue into all three bathrooms creating a true spa-like appeal for your stay here. It's an elevated cozy space perfect for relaxing all vacation long. The bright San Diego sunshine will shine right through the big beautiful windows throughout the home, creating the ultimate indoor/outdoor appeal. This is the ideal vacation home for your next family or friends getaway.

Highlights:
Brand New 2025 Kitchen + Bathrooms Remodel! Impeccable Coastal Modern Design w/ High End Finishes & Appliances!
Ground Floor Home w/ Incredible Patio - Perfect for Indoor/Outdoor Living
Outdoor Patio Features Dining, BBQ, Fire Pit & Comfortable Sectional Sofa
1 Block from the Bay and 2 Blocks from the Beach!
Central Air Conditioning & Heating
Queen Bedroom & Full Bathroom on the Ground Floor
Beach Chairs, Boogie Boards, Umbrella, & Toys
Outdoor Shower
Located in Peaceful, Family-Friendly South Mission Beach
Walking Distance to Local Shops and Restaurants
Kids Park & Playground @ Mission Point Park- located at the end of the boardwalk, less than half a mile from our home. Playground w/ picnic tables, grassy areas, and Bayside views

Things to know:
Cancel up to 30-days prior to your arrival for a full refund
We are pet friendly! We welcome 1 dog to accompany your stay (non-shedding, less than 25lbs).
A $200 non-refundable pet fee will be added on to your reservation.
We do not allow adults to sleep on the bunkbed, therefore, max adults is 4.
This is a ground floor home of a duplex property. The upstairs unit is also a rental; upstairs noise may be heard from time to time.
San Diego Airport flight path runs over South Mission Bay. Airplane noise may be heard; however, departing flights are not permitted between 11:30pm-6:30am.
This home is monitored by exterior surveillance cameras and interior noise monitoring devices.
We supply a starter pack of paper goods and cleaning products. This includes paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent, multi-purpose spray, hand & dish soap, and shower sets.
Beach chairs and a beach umbrella are also provided for your use.
You must be at least 30 years old to rent this home. If all guests are adults, all guests must be over the age of 30, excluding families.

Neighborhood Notes:
Mission Beach is San Diego's lively take on the classic boardwalk beach town with over five miles of waterfront boardwalk, trendy shops, restaurants, and Belmont Park, a beachfront amusement park featuring the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, originally built in 1925 but since restored, miniature golf, bumper cars, rock climbing, and an arcade. Mission Beach is just a few minutes to Sea World, 15-20 minutes to The San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, San Diego International Airport (SAN), and downtown San Diego.

Attention:
This rental is located in a high-density neighborhood with strict house rules and is only suitable for quieter groups. No tolerance policy exists for excessive noise, occupancy, parties, or smoking. Failure to abide by these policies may lead to immediate eviction without refund. Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies before renting.

Sleeping Accommodations:
Primary | King + Ensuite | 2nd Floor
Guest 1 | Queen + Ensuite | Ground Floor
Guest 2 | Bunk Bed (Full over Full w/ Twin Trundle) + Ensuite | 2nd Floor

Parking:
1-Car Garage
Dimensions- 6'10 H x 7'6 W x 31'6 D
*Most suitable for compact vehicle only
* Additional parking options- Public Parking Lot: Located at South East end of Mission Blvd, 2600 Bayside Ln- free & overnight.
​​​​​​​Street Parking: Located on Mission Blvd- free & overnight (Please check signage for street sweeping, etc.)

Departure Instructions:
As your beach getaway comes to an end, we kindly ask you to follow these quick steps before checking out. Please turn off all lights, fans, and HVAC; lock all doors and windows; start the dishwasher with any dirty dishes; leave used towels on the bathroom floor and beds unmade; and remove all trash and recycling. Don't forget to report any damages, issues, or upgrade suggestions—we truly value your feedback! Check-out is at 10:00 AM, unless a late check-out was pre-approved. Requests must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance. Thank you for staying with us!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,387 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Rules

No refunds for system failures (water, electric, etc.). No unapproved pets or smoking; $2,000 fee, eviction, and forfeiture of payment for violations.
Guests are liable for negligent property damage. No alterations or furniture rearrangement. Report issues immediately.
Credit card charges for rental, fees, or damages are non-disputable. Disputes resolved via arbitration in San Diego, CA.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30
Property Registration Number 636561, STR-00802L

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, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

591090

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Mission Beach, just steps from Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches, and within a short walk of Mission Beach. You'll also find Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Mission Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything have a hot tub?

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 for free?

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

Does Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 8.4 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 11.9 mi away (21-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything?

Yes, every house at Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything comes with a balcony.

Steps to the Beach w/ Incredible Ground Patio Fire Pit | AC | Walk to Everything Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert Z.

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

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location fully stocked for all beach activities!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kortney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay overall was great. The home was clean and listing pictures were accurate. Walk to the bay was short and so easy with kids. Parking is a pain but overall our stay was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Great spot

Great for a relaxing family getaway
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie R.

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

Great beach retreat for the whole family!

This charming beach rental is well stocked both inside and with beach gear. It was the perfect choice for our family vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Yuliya D.

Great time!

We've enjoyed staying at the property. It is very well kept, clean and great location. Thank you!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Relaxing Time

This property is well appointed and offered a great location with first class accommodations.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Linda M.

Excellent vacation rental for my family.

We loved our stay in Balboa 816, it was perfect for my family. It was very clean and had everything we needed to make our Easter meal. Location is great and our favorite place was the sunny patio. Drift was easy to work with and was quick to answer our questions. We will be back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

San Diego stay

We really enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were very communicative, friendly and helpful with all of our requests. The place was quiet, very clean and comfortable--in addition to being walkable to the beach and many restaurants. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Family Fun

All four of us really enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David Z.

Excellent property, excellent location

This was an excellent property, easy owners to work with. Easy access to the beaches on the bay and on the ocean. I admit, from the listing, I thought we would be right on the beach. We were about 100 yards and several units off the beach. But it was still an excellent location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jameson P.

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

Fall break vacation

Great location. Easy to get to all major areas. Parking is tough, and in flight path. But otherwise no complaints and would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Great atmosphere

Nice place—renovated recently. Only negative was garage not big enough for our midsize suv. Parking on july4 weekend not easy. Patio was nice after a long day. House amenities were very thoughtful
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve S.

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

Fabulous Getaway

Fun had by all - great location, convenient to everything. Ages 2 - 70 enjoyed. House is well appointed with comfortable amenities. Would not hesitate to return
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

July 4th Week

Excellent week! Thanks so much for a great week. The house was perfect and the location exceeded expectations. Beds were cozy and the living room and porch were great for entertaining!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spencer J.

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

Fun in the Sun

Great trip. loved the place. host was responsive. if you have a car larger than a compact plan on walking to overnight parking but you walk past restaurants and market so made it convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sudesh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a turn-key vacation rental, and steps from the Bay, we did not interact with the host, but the communication from the management company was super Clear! Also, the Garage would not fit our SUV so bring a smaller car. Would love to rent again, should we be in the area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Great place to stay with family

My family and I spent 4 days in this rental over fall break. We had a great time. The kitchen was fully stocked with cookware, so we were able to make all of our meals. It's very spacious, so there was plenty of room for all 5 of us to be comfortable. It was easy to get to ocean side of Mission to enjoy the beach, but located on the bay side, so a bit quieter. I would definitely recommend for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

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

Thank you

Delightful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesska D.

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

Cutest neighborhood near the beach!

Enjoyed a weekend here with girlfriends! The beds were comfy and we loved having three bathrooms. The neighborhood is so cute and an easy walk to the beach and bay. Property managers were super responsive when we reached out with questions. We couldn't get the fire pit to work which was a bummer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Unit is in a great location, but outside fire pit did not work, spray hose had numerous large leaks, light switches in bedrooms did not work, tv in master did not work, WiFi was hit or miss
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nola H.

Balboa Escape

We loved our Drift Mission Beach accomodation. Fully equipped, great location and totally updated decor. They thought of everything! Only downside was the 2nd bedroom bed & mattress. Bed too small & mattress not very comfortable. Otherwise an excellent vacation property and would highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great house. Great location. We really enjoyed it.

The house was just as it looked in the pictures. Clean & well maintained. It was less than a minute walk to the beaches on either side (bay or ocean). Lots of beach toys in the garage. Our kids absolutely loved it. And the BBQ & A/C worked great. If I had to be picky, the only thing that proved difficult was fitting a mini-van inside the garage. It's very tight. But we got it in there. Just make sure to fold your side view mirrors in. And the next door neighbor REALLY doesn't like it if you pull in front of her walkway near the garage. But after she made a few colorful comments from her balcony, she went back into her place. No big deal. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marlo H.

Great House, Great Location, Great Host!

Loved everything about it. Traveled with 6 adults and a toddler - there was plenty of room for all of us. House was very well stocked with EVERYTHING we needed - to include beach chairs and beach towels. Outdoor patio was fantastic. We cooked all meals at the house and never moved our car. Small (expensive) market 2 blocks away along with a great little coffee stand and taco shop. Perfect. Host was very helpful with all of our questions. Overall 5 stars! Only negative is the garage is SMALL. Small sedan barely fit with a lot of tries, but the beach parking at the end of Mission Beach was great for our other vehicle. There is also a lady in the house next door that yelled at us during arrival and departure while unpacking/packing our cars, for what she thought was excessive noise (during the middle of the day....) We didn't let her ruin our stay :). Would definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Wonderful home

We stayed here with our adult children and one grandchild. The house is in a great location and very convenient to either Mission Bay or the ocean. There are a lot of great food options nearby, and the Mission Market was well stocked for random items we forgot. The house had everything we needed for cooking in a few times, as well as more than enough items like trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels, and laundry soap (many places just furnish the bare minimum, but we didn't run out of anything the entire week!). The outside patio was lovely and we spent a lot of time there. The fire pit was a nice touch and the grill worked great. There were only two small issues. First, the master bed makes very loud creaking/groaning noises when you move or roll over, which isn't that big of a deal but a little annoying. Second, the parking is pretty tight, but that is the case everywhere in Mission Beach. Neither of these things would keep us from staying here again, just for information purposes. The property manager responded promptly to all requests and I would highly recommend this home!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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