A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY in San Diego

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Outdoor Space

Explore the area

San Diego, CA

Mission Beach
‪1 min walk‬
Mission Bay
‪12 min walk‬
SeaWorld
‪7 min drive‬
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, this vacation home is adjacent to Mission Beach and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Mission Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.

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What's nearby

Mission Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
Mission Bay - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Mission Beach Boardwalk - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 6 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pacific Beach - ‬12 min walk
‪World Famous - ‬12 min walk
‪Lava Java - ‬12 min walk
‪Lahaina Beach Club - ‬13 min walk
‪Flamingo Deck - ‬12 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.

A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY

THIS IS THE QUINTESSENTIAL BEACH COTTAGE! INTERIOR HAS BEEN DECORATED WITH DESIGNER HANDPICKED ITEMS THAT GIVES YOU THE BEACH AMBIANCE FROM THE MOMENT YOU WALK THROUGH THE DOOR. THIS COTTAGE LENDS TO A WONDERFUL VACATION DESTINATION FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. OUR FAMILY HAS BEEN ABLE TO ENJOY THE 'SEALE SHACK' SINCE 2010. WE HAVE MADE MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES AND WE ARE READY TO SHARE THIS EXPERIENCE WITH OTHERS. THIS IS A PERFECT COTTAGE FOR A SMALL FAMILY BUT WILL ALSO ACCOMMODATE UP TO 6 PEOPLE. THE SEALE SHACK FEATURES 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHROOMS. MASTER HAS ITS OWN PRIVATE BATHROOM AND QUEEN SIZE BED. SECOND BEDROOM IS SET UP WITH BUNK STYLE DOUBLE SLEEPER ON BOTTOM AND SINGLE ON TOP, THERE IS ALSO A SINGLE SLEEPER TRUNDLE PULL OUT. EACH BEDROOM IS SET UP WITH THEIR OWN TV'S /INDIVIDUALLY CONTROLLED AC AND HEATING UNITS . DINNER SEATING FOR ENTIRE FAMILY. LAUNDRY LOCATED INSIDE JUST OFF THE KITCHEN. GALLEY STYLE KITCHEN WITH ALL AMENITIES. PROPANE BBQ ABLE TO GRILL UP TO 10 STEAKS! GARAGE FULL OF TOYS INCLUDING SUP / BIKES / BOOGIE BOARDS / SKATEBOARDS/ TENNIS RACKETS / SAND TOYS AND MORE! SINGLE CAR GARAGE PARKING BUT CAN ONLY FIT A VEHICLE NO LONGER THAN 192". LARGE FRONT DECK PATIO (approximately 400 sf) IS SO WELCOMING AND MOST LIKELY WHERE YOU WILL SPEND MUCH OF YOUR TIME RELAXING AND PEOPLE WATCHING (ACTUALLY THEY WILL BE WATCHING YOU WITH ENVY) ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM WAS PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED AND FEATURES OUTDOOR SPEAKERS FOR ENJOYING MUSIC ON THE DECK. WIFI AND ALEXA UNIT.
This home will be delivered to each guest in a professionally cleaned condition. This property is professionally deep cleaned after each guest with our normal focus on highly touched areas and extra care to deep clean every area exposed to use. We are implementing all the cleaning guidelines provide by the CDC. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to me prior to making your reservation. Looking forward to your stay!

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Linda Seale

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart speaker
Smart TV
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Climate control

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Absolutely no smoking/vaping allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea

Things to do

Bicycles
Tennis
Water park
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching 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

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycles
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Recycling
Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Note from host: Perfect for young kids/not suitable for babies/tod

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

Note from host: No additional guests other than reg. guest

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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Property Registration Number STR-04233L, 628344

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.
Note from host: No additional guests other than reg. guest
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

Beach Cottage Steps TO Ocean BAY

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Mission Beach within a short 1-minute walk of Mission Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Mission Bay. You'll also find Mission Beach Boardwalk and Pechanga Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as tennis.

Does A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

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 8.5 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 12.1 mi away (22-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY?

Yes, every accommodation at A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY comes with a balcony.

A PERFECT BEACH COTTAGE Exclusive Private Retreat - STEPS TO BEACH AND BAY Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Apr 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, Clean, Perfect Location

Great host and fabulous location. Property has all the ammenities for a fun stay at the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Apr 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeanna m.

Apr 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family

Clean, cute decor, didn’t cook but the kitchen looked well stocked.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer N.

Mar 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage at the beach

This cottage style home was perfect, Owner is meticulous with her property, and you will see this with all the extras she provides, Location is only steps away from beach and you can people watch from porch. Our family enjoyed our vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Feb 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great ocean access

Clean, kitchen well appointed, quiet in evening,easy access to oceanside boardwalk. Great stay

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie t.

Nov 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage at the Beach

Lovely cottage at the beach, our short stay was made easy with beach toys available for our two and half yr grandchild, all amenities close by. Our host was easy to contact and helpful. Would love to spend longer there next time:)

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley A.

Oct 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Fabulous

We had the most amazing time location just perfect. Linda has thought of just everything feels like home from home. Will book again. Would recommend this beach house for adults and also children

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred P.

Oct 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Return visit

Our second stay this year. Very well appointed, immaculate cottage steps from beach, bakery and cafe’s. We will come again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reena P.

Aug 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING Beach Cottage!!

My family and I (including our 11 and 13 year old daughters) have been coming every summer for the past 5 or 6 years to Mission Beach for a week and have stayed in a different home every time. This home is by far our favorite place thus far! Linda has made this cottage very cozy and has thought of all of the little details that her guests would need. Her garage is filled with beach toys, plenty of bikes, boogie boards, umbrellas and chairs (the list goes on!). Her kitchen is the most well stocked kitchen I’ve ever had in a rental. She was also fantastic with communicating before and during our entire stay. The location is great (steps away from the beach) and we absolutely loved eating all of our meals and just relaxing on the front patio. We would absolutely love to come back and stay at the Seale Shack again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Aug 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Great location, super clean, everything in working order, all the beach toys you need, great place! Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Jul 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer family vacation

The best little cottage one can ask for on a family vacation. Cozy, clean, location perfect, garage full of toys. It was the best and the landlord is awesome to work with, we'll be back! Thank YOU!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Jul 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

House is so cute and can’t beat the location. Linda is the best host and so easy to work with. They are locals so they were always around if we needed anything. Garage is packed with beach gear and bikes and having a place to park is priceless in that area. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Jul 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything your family needs!

This house is perfect for a family vacation. It has everything you will need and more. We have no complaints and hope to come back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred P.

Jun 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage on the beach

Beautifully designed and cared for 2 BR walking distance to beach. 2 adults and 2 teens comfortably fit in and all enjoyed the entire stay. Equipped better than any VRBO we have stayed in. Anyone should enjoy this beautiful beach cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan L.

Jun 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect getaway!

Linda was an amazing host! House was perfect - adorably decorated, perfectly stocked with everything we could have needed and just steps from the beach. What a treat it was staying here. Hope to be back!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

May 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Best cottage ever!

This was our second time staying here and I can't think of one thing that we would change. The decor, the area, proximity to the beach. Mattresses and couch are super comfy, everything is well stocked. It's fabulous and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Apr 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay!

We had such a wonderful stay at the Seale Shack. It met the needs of our family perfectly (we traveled with our 2 year old and 6 year old). Our favorite thing by far is the proximity to the beach, and all of the beach accoutrement that was supplied - towels, chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys. The property was very comfortable, and it was really nice to not have any stairs (everywhere else we've stayed in Mission Beach is a multi story building). All in all a really great stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Mar 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and patio!

This beach house is fantastic! It was clean, cute and comfortable. The garage was very well stocked with beach stuff. We really enjoyed our stay. The front patio is the perfect place to sit and relax and people watch. Must get cinnamon rolls from Olive! Perfect location just a few steps to the beach and easy walk to PB. Only suggestion would be to have a couch and gas fire pit on patio. We spent a lot of time hanging out there! Overall a great stay and we would stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Jun 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We absolutely loved staying here! It was the best location — close to the beach, close to lots of restaurants, across the street from a coffee shop… everything! We would definitely stay here again and I would recommend this place to anyone!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D., Forney USA

Jun 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

My husband, mother in law, two children (3yr & 6yr), and myself traveled from Dallas to stay here. We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay. We always felt safe and would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett I.

May 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Beach House!

Our family had a great time staying at the Seale Shack! The house is in a perfect location, just steps to the beach, and comes fully stocked with everything needed for a wonderful beach vacation. The house was very well kept, very clean, and in great condition. Linda was an awesome host and responded quickly to any messages. It was very obvious that Linda takes pride in this home and wants her guests to feel welcome and have a wonderful time. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend the Seale Shack to anyone looking for a great place to stay. Thanks, Linda!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregor H., Laguna Beach, Ca

May 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Beach Cottage

Lovely cottage with all modern amenities. Extra mention needed over cleanliness, styling and fantastic host!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Apr 21, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Cottage

Seale Shack is a perfect beach getaway for a family. Close proximity to beach, tons of water sports gear and close to so many San Diego attractions. Our family had a wonderful time. We loved hanging out on the porch, taking walks along the beach, Olive’s bakery, surfing, and so much more. Could not have asked for a better spot. Linda is fantastic as an owner and was very prompt with any questions that arose.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

Apr 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Little House

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is in a great location to the beach and a dangerous location to a very tasty bakery across the street. The house was small and cozy, which kept us all interacting as opposed to everyone going off on their own. Walking distance to everything and Instacart, for everything else! Comfortable, clean, happy.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Mar 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

EXCELLENT! BEST PLACE IN MISSION BEACH!

We typically stay in Mission Beach a couple times each year and have stayed at many different places. This is by far the cleanest and most convenient place we have stayed! Everything about this cottage was perfect! Linda, the owner, is very communicative and obviously takes great pride in making sure that everything is in order for her guests. Everything was right on site for us to use: beach gear, bikes, toiletries, towels. We have yet to stay at the same place in Mission Beach twice, but that's about to change! Can't say enough good things about this cottage! Stay here if you can!!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023