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Private Guesthouse with Bay View Deck
The one bedroom, one bath unit was recently remodeled (in 2017) and includes all new kitchen, bathroom, full size laundry and air conditioning. The large 400 square foot private deck has new outdoor furniture with views of Mission Bay and gorgeous sunsets year round. Enjoy a show on the 50" 4K LG smart TV in the living room which offers Netflix, Amazon Video, and major network TV stations. Cook a delicious meal in the kitchenette complete with a mini-fridge/freezer, microwave, electric stove top, coffeemaker, and more. If you plan to head to the beach, the storage ottoman is secretly a "beach box" containing a couple of folding chairs, beach toys, towels and a small cooler. The unit is stocked with coffee, shampoo, conditioner, laundry supplies, iron, and more. Filtered water is provided via a faucet on the kitchen sink. Easy check-in via a numeric keypad on the front door with the code provided prior to arrival. Plenty of street parking is available. We love meeting new people and live next door in the main house so we are available most anytime. We are both from San Diego and still love to explore the latest new spots so we are happy to give recommendations. Bay Park is a great central neighborhood originally built in the early 1940s. It was recently voted the most livable neighborhood in a recent San Diego poll. Check out the restaurants on Morena Boulevard, which are just a few minutes' walk away or explore all of the major attractions of San Diego easily. The house has easy access to I-5 and is only 10-15 mins from downtown, Sea World, the San Diego Zoo and the airport. The private guest house is located across from Mission Bay and within walking distance to bay, market, restaurants and coffee shops. Uber/Lyft is $8 to $14 to most of San Diego's main attractions. There is a bit of white noise from the highway down the hill near Mission Bay when out on the deck but nothing too bad, just worthy of mention. The unit has double paned vinyl windows so it's quiet indoors.

Mid Century Studio Bungalow Near SDSU
This private bungalow sits behind a main house in the beautiful El Cerrito Neighborhood, (College Area). This is a studio type room with a bathroom, bed, and sitting area. There is a private side entrance and plentiful parking. Guests will have full access to the backyard which includes lounging area to enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather. Location is ideally located: 1 mile from SDSU 7 miles from Downtown San Diego 10-15 miles from local beaches 5 miles from North Park All locations are an affordable Uber.

Santorini-Inspired Cottage w/ Hot Tub + Views
*CHECK OUT OUR OTHER AIRBNB* Travel 16 steps up a Greek-inspired curving stairway with 2-story high walls to your tucked-away cottage built into the hillside villa of Alta Colina. With spectacular views, step onto the balcony to watch planes take off & boats sail around the harbor. End the night in front of your secluded back patio fireplace or climb the steps of your spiral staircase to the rooftop Jacuzzi. European-inspired design & details, it'll be hard to believe you’re still in San Diego!

Hilltop cabin retreat with lake & mountain views
Rustic hilltop cabin overlooking Lake Hodges. Surrounded by open canyons & mountains, you will feel like you're a million miles away from everything as you take in the views from the cabin, deck or the outside shower, swim in the saltwater pool, or relax by the fire bowl. A short walk to lake with boating, fishing & miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Property offers swimming pool, fire bowl, and shaded arbor. SD Zoo Safari Park, wineries, breweries, & ocean beaches all within easy reach.

Waterhaven - A Pondside Oasis
Please read house rules before booking. Located in the Hillcrest area of San Diego just blocks to Balboa Park is Waterhaven, a non smoking, adults only retreat and the perfect place to enjoy your San Diego stay. 325 square feet, a fully private retreat that includes your own living space, bathroom, and kitchen. The guesthouse has dual paned windows, no shared walls, and the yard is fully protected with a stone wall for privacy and security. Waterhaven is a quiet, peaceful, relaxing experience.

Modern Sweet Home Stay, Hillcrest, A/C Parking W/D
This quaint bungalow sits in a prime location of Hillcrest, a highly desirable area in San Diego. It is very quiet and private and sits directly behind our house(pictured) with a beautifully landscaped brick courtyard. You are within walking distance to "The Heart of Hillcrest" where you will discover many fabulous restaurants, coffee and boutique shops, and so much more. We are a short Uber drive to downtown and everywhere else San Diego has to offer. We hope you stay with us soon!

Carrie’s North Park Casita, in Heart of San Diego
Fully renovated stand-alone guesthouse in North Park, consistently voted one of the coolest neighborhoods in the US. Just a few blocks from all the action at 30th and University, but tucked away in a quiet, historically designated residential neighborhood. Walk to Balboa Park or The World Famous San Diego Zoo. Get to Downtown San Diego, San Diego International Airport, Old Town, Little Italy, Coronado, La Jolla, Sea World, multiple beaches & so much more in under 15 minutes.

Vacation Paradise-Heated Pool+Hot Tub+FirePit+EV
This is your perfect Guest House with a salted & heated pool & hot tub. We are located in a super quiet & very safe neighborhood in beautiful San Diego, 15 minutes drive to beaches, Downtown, La Jolla, Zoo, Stadiums, Sea World, Convention Center + more. Hike next door at Mission Trails & Lake Murray. Smart TV, wifi, two zone AC, full kitchen, W/D combo and top quality finishes and furniture. Everything you need for memorable vacation! No smoking or vaping on the property.

South Mission Beach Zen-Like Studio
This fully furnished second story South Mission bayside studio offers relaxed beach living. This studio sleeps 2 (Queen Bed) & 2 Boogie Boards are provided; private off street parking on premise. Bbq grill on small balcony. The unit is steps to the bay and short three minute stroll to the beach. Two beach cruiser bicycles provided which is one great way to get around the area. Please note, access to the second story is via an outdoor spiral staircase.

Rooftop views 10min walk to Balboa Park/Zoo/Bars
Enjoy this peaceful second-story new guesthouse overlooking the treetops! A perfect day might be a morning stroll through Balboa Park, the cultural center of San Diego, surrounded by 58 miles of walking and running trails, followed by a short walk to the super fun bars and restaurants of Hillcrest, North Park, and University Heights. We LOVE this neighborhood and we are so excited to share the beauty, culture, and welcoming vibe of it with our guests!

Mountain View Retreat in Gated Estate (Hot Tub)
Perched above a canyon with spectacular panoramic mountain views, this private guest house is a secluded retreat in one of San Diego’s most eclectic and desirable neighborhoods less than 6 miles from the Downtown San Diego airport. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, luxe king size bed and dual sliding glass doors that open to an expansive deck with patio seating, private hot tub and BBQ area.

Safe Hip Quiet GARDEN STUDIO / Northpark
Come to a quiet and stylish studio to relax. Check-in contactless and enjoy! Cozy, hip and private garden studio with private entrance, private full bathroom, and private deck. The Studio house is in a large garden adjoining a craftsman-style house in the historic Northpark/ Morley Field District. Minutes away from coffee shops, breweries, Zoo, Balboa Park.
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OB studio, ocean views, hot tub & garage parking!

Golden Hill House, Gorgeous Skyline, Private Patio
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San Diego stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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