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Charming Casa Montecito, Newly Renovated in Peaceful Mission Hills

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hotel Circle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Casa Montecito, Newly Renovated in Peaceful Mission Hills

This upstairs unit has a sunny living room with a 65" smart TV with Apple TV, and lots of games to enjoy with family and friends. The dining area can seat 8 comfortably. In the kitchen every convenience is at your fingertips; Kitchen-Aid range, convection microwave, Bosch dishwasher, and a Kitchen-Aid full size refrigerator with filtered water and ice-maker.
The king bedroom features a Casper mattress and the 2nd bedroom is a queen mattress.
In addition to the king and queen beds there is a self-inflating queen air mattress and a twin cot that can be set up in the family room. Linens are a high thread count with fluffy down/alternative comforters.
One bath has a shower and tub, the second has a walk in shower. A new, full-size, stackable washer and dryer are in the home.
Outdoor spaces are important to take in our perfect, year round San Diego weather. There are two patios, one with table and chairs and a Weber charcoal grill, the other with fire-pit and Adirondack chairs. Two balconies off the living room are a great spot to watch the hummingbirds and green parrots that live in our neighborhood.

Property manager

Robert G Murphy

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Let us know if you need a crib or highchair
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Events

No events allowed
Not suitable for events or parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small pets extra $50 per day.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please respect our neighbors; quiet after 10 PM.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Not suitable for events or parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 625342, STR-01890L

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Hills, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Seaport Village and Westfield UTC are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo. Travelling with kids? Make time for USS Midway Museum, or head to an event or a match at Pechanga Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Hotel Circle - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University of San Diego - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪UCSD Medical Center Cafeteria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wolf - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shakespeare Pub & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Indio Mexican Restaurant & Catering - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lucha Libre Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Casa Montecito, Newly Renovated in Peaceful Mission Hills pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Charming Casa Montecito, Newly Renovated in Peaceful Mission Hills located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of UC San Diego Health, Old Town San Diego State Park and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Hotel Circle and Mission Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km). Washington Street Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Fabulous house, perfect location

Loved everything about this place. Historic charm yet beautifully updated. Quiet, walkable neighborhood less than 15 mins to zoo, Sea World and beaches. Short drive to airport but never heard a single plane fly over. Super comfortable king size beds in both large bedrooms. Host quickly answered questions. Easy parking right outside front door. Definitely hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik H.

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

Beautiful clean stay in San Diego

Had such a nice time here. Easy, clean, private, beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

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

Magnificent

Beautiful place where they thought of everything you would need. Great location- monutes from Old Town, Balboa and Marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dixie M.

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

Definitely want to go back!

Beautiful neighborhood andthe house is gorgeous ! The kitchen was well stocked, had everything we needed. restaurant, shopping and sightseeing are nearby. owners were easy to work with. Beds were comfortable. Definitely would recommend and would love to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

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

A phenomenal BnB stay!

This beautiful historical property has been recently fully renovated and is spotlessly clean. It is better-furnished than any BnB we have seen, and is in fact nicer than a very high-end hotel penthouse suite. Located in an iconic, very quiet neighborhood very close to everything we wanted to visit, the views from the many large windows were wonderful. The hosts could not have been better. We look forrward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Southlake, Texas

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

Great location and such a beautiful place to stay

Can’t say enough great things about this property. Beds are so comfortable, space is amazing, decor is on point and it’s so quiet. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

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

Beautiful home in Montecito

Bob & Melindas home was one of the most beautiful VRBO’s we have ever stayed in. It was even more beautiful than the photos. We had all the amenities we needed, the beds were very comfortable and the place was immaculately kept. We would most definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

Beautiful home, great location

Terrific historic home in a quiet safe neighborhood. Super close to the airport and downtown. The host were very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Lovely, peaceful getaway

This is a jewel of a place in Mission Hills! It is clean, bright and comfortably furnished in a quiet neighborhood. We walked to a local playground as well as a local restaurant. The hosts were available, kind and responsive. The location was peaceful and convenient. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvio C.

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

Great house in San Diego

Perfect place to stay and close to all of the attraction. The apartment was exactly how advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Casa Montecito

Wonderful property in a beautiful neighborhood. Bob & Melinda are pleasant and responsive. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

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

Quiet view of the tree line

We appreciated the layout and the amenities. However, the windows and natural light made mornings lovely! The fact that it was a refurbished landmark added to its charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful rental in quiet neighborhood

What a nice stay. 4 adults and the rental had everything we needed to be comfortable and enjoy the area. Very quiet neighborhood and friendly owners on-site who had great communication. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Fantastic location and house!

Everything about this house was amazing! My family enjoyed a relaxing holiday in Mission Hills and couldn’t stop talking about when we can come back and book the same property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Barb A., calgary, ab canada

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

Lovely Accommodation.

Clean, quiet, spacious home. Good Proximity to airport, restaurants and well centered for tourist attractions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

bonnielindon@gmail.com L.

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

Great hosts!! Unit is upstairs and very clean. The apartment is very spacious and nicely decorated!!

An awesome location wonderful place! Would recommend it. We would give the whole experience a 10!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Casa Montecito

Beautifully presented residence located in desirable neighborhood. Well positioned for easy access to most areas of town. Very pleasant owner. This is a duplex unit with a flight of stairs to reach interior. Considering its location in a congested neighborhood it is extremely quiet- day and night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa W.

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

Amazing little historical home.

We loved every minute of our stay. The home is we’ll taken care of and a charming piece of preserved history. We enjoyed how it was located close to everything. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay longer. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Beautiful property great location

This property was in a great neighborhood with close proximity to all things San Diego. It was a very peaceful sanctuary after our days spent on Coronado, Temecula, and the Old Town area!! Definitely would recommend this rental to others and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ferryal L., Upstate NY

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

Charming casa Montecito

Our second time staying in this beautiful property. Great neighborhood, immaculate, comfortable beds. 2 great balconies & walking distance to tons of eateries. Safe neighborhood. The communication with owners was awesome, timely communication & responses. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Great location and beautiful property!

Property was lovely for a few day vacation in San Diego to visit family. Excellent location. Close to everything San Diego has to offer. Property was clean and quite spacious! Neighborhood is lovely and scenic and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Wonderful Place

The house was spotless, well stocked with everything you need, very comfortable bed and in a quiet neighborhood. Excellent communication with the host. We enjoyed our visit and would stay again the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Awesome experience

Casa Montecito was a great place to stay. Centrally located to San Diego attractions like the Zoo, Sea World and the beach!! The unit is very well appointed and we loved staying there. Additionally, Bob and Melinda were very responsive and really nice as well! We hope to stay at there again some time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Great location and charming house

Wonderful home and charming location. Close to everything in San Diego! Accommodations are very spacious, modern and well-maintained. Beds are quite comfortable. Neighborhood is so sweet and lovely and only a block away from cute shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Spacious Comfortable and Quiet

We really enjoyed our Labor Day weekend here. This place has all the amenities you would need for a fun and relaxing weekend with family. Our hosts Bob and Melinda were very responsive. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert G Murphy

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We are native Southern Californians and on our 1st date 30+ years ago we drove through the beautiful Mission Hills neighborhood remarking how we would like to live here someday! Now that we are both retired we have realized our dream.

Why they chose this property

Casa Montecito is a historic home built in 1913. In 1923 it was converted into a duplex with upper and lower units. We reside in the downstairs unit. Mission Hills is a special place. A quiet, residential, walkable and safe neighborhood. We are sure you will enjoy it!

What makes this property unique

Close to all and walk or bike to restaurants and parks. Or sit on the porch and enjoy the cool ocean breezes.

Languages:

English
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