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Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego City College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Golden Hill within a short walk of Balboa Park, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Petco Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a furnished balcony, and a private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Balboa Park Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Diego City College - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Balboa Naval Medical Center - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • 25th - Commercial Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bock - A Neighborhood Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Adalberto's Mexican Food - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Humberto's Taco Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harland South Park - ‬7 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.

Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo

Be one of the first VRBO guests to stay here in over 5 years (We've hosted plenty of guests from other platforms). Competitive Pricing!

★ Cozy 3BR/1BA home w/ AC
★ Next to the park and golf course
★ 6 min to Zoo
★ 15 min to Beach
★ Walk to restaurants, cafes, yoga & shops
★ Family-friendly space, crib
★ Street parking available
★ Pet friendly

Our detached home is adjacent to the park and centrally located in Golden Hill / South Park with shops and restaurants in walking distance. This house is family friendly with it's own enclosed yard.

Relax. This home has been beautifully decorated with simple, clean furnishings and is ready to offer you a wonderful stay while visiting San Diego. Our home has 3 bedrooms, which fits 6 comfortably. It is a cozy space around 900 sq. ft, but has everything you will need with a nice outdoor area and park next door. Free street parking is available.

Guests will access the house with a keypad code sent before check-in.

The kitchen is fully equipped (microwave, toaster, fridge with ice maker) and stocked with basics for cooking. The TV connects to local channels, Netflix, and other streaming services. The private yard has patio furniture and plenty of space for children to enjoy outside. Free onsite laundry is available for guests. There's also a Pack-N-Play available for guests with little children.

There are 4 beds in the 3 rooms. A queen, a double, and two twin beds. Photos are available in the listing.

We are in the flight path of San Diego Airport. There are planes flying at all times of the day and night. The planes do cause the occasional conversation interruption during peak hours while you are outside, but noise is minimal inside the home with the windows closed.

You will have exclusive access to the home during your stay. We are usually in Los Angeles, so unlikely to meet during your stay.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a furnished balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a private yard, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • 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

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off A/C and/or heater.
Place used towels in bathroom
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please respect our neighbors and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm. No Parties.
Do not flush wipes, paper towels, feminine products, of any other type of trash down the toilet. This can cause major sewage blockages at the house.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (20 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
  • Note from host: Sorry, cats are not included

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 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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.
Property Registration Number STR-00148L, 634494

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
3 Bedroom Pad on the Hill

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Golden Hill within a short 6-minute walk of Balboa Park. You'll also find San Diego Zoo and Petco Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at the vacation home but you'll find free parking nearby.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home next 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.

Is Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include access to a chef, a kitchen, and Netflix.

Does Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer 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.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms 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 4.5 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 9.3 mi away (15-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo?

Yes, every accommodation at Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo comes with a furnished balcony.

Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a delightful place to stay. Lovely neighborhood with a few eateries right around the corner. Host is super responsive! We spent a lot of time in Balboa Park so this was the perfect spot. Easy to get to the waterfront, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Donald E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient location with nice amenities

Enjoyed our stay. Street parking is a bit challenging, but the house is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not My Favorite

Limited parking if any. There is a second rental in the back (not mentioned). The floor is not level which throws off your equilibrium. Very limited space and seating which was uncomfortable. The tv is literally 5 feet from the couch and the couch is against the wall. We payed for 2 nights, but chose to just get a hotel after the first night. Might be ok if your just going there to sleep and don't plan on spending time where your staying at. Location was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

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