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Romantic Private Canyon Retreat

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Terrace/patio
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Room
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    4 min drive
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    5 min drive
  • Pechanga Arena
    6 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    14 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Romantic Private Canyon Retreat

A unique private canyon retreat located in one of San Diego's most coveted historic neighborhoods of Mission Hills. Enjoy this peaceful studio, it's amazing outdoor space and stunning views over Mission Valley and beyond.

This studio is part of a historic home noted for its Spanish Renaissance architecture and designed by world famous architect William Templeton Johnson in 1922. Many of his other works can be found in San Diego, La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, Coronado and Balboa Park. Widely regarded as one of San Diego's finest neighborhoods, Mission Hills features elegant homes along tree-lined streets, a thriving business district, and above all, a strong sense of community. Adjacent to the vibrant neighborhood of Hillcrest and perched above Old Town and Mission Valley, Mission Hills is located just a few miles northwest of downtown. With its lush landscaping and winding canyons, driving into Mission Hills is like entering an oasis. However, its central location and easy transportation access means you are just minutes from all that San Diego has to offer.

Mission Hills has come to be synonymous with some of San Diego's finest examples of historic architecture. Its first home, Villa Orizaba, was built in 1887 and subsequent subdivisions such as Avalon and Inspiration Heights were developed in the early 20th century. Now collectively known as Mission Hills, these homes were built in a variety of styles including Craftsman Bungalows, Prairie Homes, and Spanish and Mission Revival, just to name a few. Some of San Diego's finest architects worked in the area, such as William E. Hebbard and Richard Requa. The architectural diversity of the neighborhood is one of its finest features today.

This enchanting studio is accessed down a short flight of stairs to a lower part of the lush canyon which provides tranquility and privacy.

Property manager

William
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only
No children

Events

No events allowed
No, maximum # of guests is 2 at all times.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of any kind anywhere on the property.
No smoking of any substance, no animals allowed anywhere on the property or you will forfeit your deposit. Max occupancy is 2 at all timesno exception
There will be a $25.00 fee for lost key. They are do not duplicate and both studio and gate will need to be rekeyed.

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: No, maximum # of guests is 2 at all times.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 620324, STR-03437L

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Hills, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is next to a golf course and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and rock climbing.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 4 min drive
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 5 min drive
  • Hotel Circle - 6 min drive
  • University of San Diego - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolf - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Panchos Taco Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Amigo Spot - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fresh MXN Food - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Private Canyon Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Private Canyon Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Private Canyon Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Private Canyon Retreat located?

Located in Mission Hills, this golf apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Whaley House Museum, Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Mission Bay. Old Town San Diego State Park and UC San Diego Health are also within 2 miles (3 km). Washington Street Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stay in Mission Hills
Absolutely love this place. It is definitely a small space but that’s probably the best part. The patio and garden are beautiful. The perfect location as well, very private and in a nice quiet neighborhood and only 10-20 minutes into the heart of San Diego. Overall a very easy process to get in and out, hosts are easy to contact and are helpful. Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kok G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Beautiful location and great host! A+++++ Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manikham Management, Inc.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
The unit was all I needed for a business trip. It was a one bed studio with a bathroom. The bed was comfortable. The water pressure and temperature for showering was fantastic. The unit has a mini fridge and a microwave only, which was not an inconvenience for me since I ate out my entire stay. The neighborhood was very quiet and the unit is on the backside of the main home, opposite the from the street, which made the stay peaceful. The location was perfect in a nice residential area but was only a short drive to any main strip for convenience. The street parking was also easy and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
Such a beautiful property with lots of amenities that made the stay comfortable and a great place to come back to after traveling. The hosts are great communicators and made sure my stay was great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for quiet and rejuvenation
After moving my daughter in to her dorm I need quiet and a place to put my feet up. Even though this space is part of a larger home I felt very secluded, safe and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience!
This was a fantastic property and exactly what I was looking for. It's kept clean and has everything you would ask from a rental property. The owners are responsive and accommodating. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Bungelo
Like staying in a tree house. Hidden from the world but so close to everything! Nice and quiet. Weather was great and didn’t need AC. Love the little books you can write in to memorialize your stay, going back to 2016. This location lives up to the rating online. I’d love to stay again but they book up quick!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
We had a great time in San Diego largely due to the location of our stay. The property was cozy and comfortable, as well as close to many of the activities we had planned for during our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden get away
Great property! Cozy and private. Excellent hosts and amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & Quiet Studio!
There isn’t enough time or space to say what we loved about this property! It suited our needs well. We wished we could have had more time in our trip to utilize the patio more. The hosts were friendly, and responded quickly, though we didn’t need anything during our stay, they made sure to check in regularly. We appreciated the detailed instructions throughout the trip. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and cozy :)
Such a darling little stay!! Communication with the hosts was excellent, they were flexible and responsive. Easy checkin/checkout and we found everything to be as advertised! Overall a wonderful experience, we will be recommending to our friends and hope to be back soon :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet getaway
As a mother of two, I decided to take a quiet getaway leaving my family at home. This location was perfect! Everything was perfect and private with my own entrance. Getting around with Uber was easy and convenient. The room was spacious for just me and would accommodate a couple with no problem, but no more. The refrigerator and microwave made it easy for me to eat breakfast and some dinners at the retreat. My favorite meal of the trip was eating my last dinner on the balcony, listening to some great music. I highly recommend this location to anyone visiting San Diego. I’ll definitely come back if my husband and I come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Private Casita
Located in a beautiful neighborhood of Mission style homes, all beautifully maintained with nice sidewalks throughout the community. Easy walk to small shops and restaurants. Very small interior space with outside seating surrounded by lots of plants around the patio and stairs making it very private. The bed was very comfortable and we had everything we need for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Journey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Much smaller than expected but couldn't use balcony b/c of cold!
Much smaller than expected but couldn't use balcony b/c of cold
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nice place nice location great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good view and great location
This property is like being in a secluded tree house at the top of a hill. It is a small room with a private deck cantilevered over a ravine. It provides all your basic needs, and the owners were welcoming. This small studio is below a storage garage. It is not handicapped accessible nor for those who want luxury or lots of elbow room. It is in a safe and quite residential area, with quick access to downtown, the zoo and the harbor. There appeared to be space to park a car on the street, but we used Lyft while there and it was easy to get around town. Good casual dining close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana B., Guadalajara, Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jungle hideaway
The casita is nestled in a beautiful jungle-like garden. The indoor space is small but opens up onto a beautiful patio with comfy chairs, blankets and sparkly lights. We loved staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as listed!!
The retreat is exactly as they described! It is very comfortable, and the property owners are responsive to needs and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway
Perfect for a peaceful getaway - perfect for this Australian missing her eucalyptus trees
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivier C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place
It was exactly like we were expecting. Small but clean and really quiet. Instructions were precise on how to find the place, in a charming neighborhood. You can get everywhere in the city in less than 15 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Unique Studio
Enjoyed our stay. Unfortunately, the nearby highway noise was a bit much and the mini-kitchen amenities were lacking. The hosts were great, very quick to respond to our questions. The neighborhood was beautiful with its historic homes and beautiful landscaping.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy escape
William & Kelly's property is exactly as described in beautiful Mission Hills. It's a cozy and peaceful stay for 2 by virtue of charming decorations and efficient use of space with the lovely outdoor space as the cherry on top.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John M., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cozy place
Excellent communication with host, safe neighborhood, a cozy spot small but well kept with a lovely outdoor porch. Nice to be away from yet accessible to the gas lamp district (by Uber)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your own little fairy cottage
This cottage was super cute. It has everything you need. Don't let the size fool you! Enjoy the company of the ones you love and let the world slip away for a little while. The balcony and the view are amazing! P.S. Bring some lettuce for the adorable little turtle (he is by the trash cans on)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely honeymoon getaway
A wonderful, stylish and clean studio, the views from the patio were beautiful while still remaining very private. Highly recommend for any couple looking for a nice private time away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by William

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We feel blessed to have lived in San Diego for the past 30 years. Our wish is to create unique spaces so that our guests can experience the best that San Diego has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Our 600+ reviews speak for themselves as found on other platforms. We are excited to be part of the VRBO community. The Private Canyon Retreat does not disappoint.

What makes this property unique

A true sanctuary from the bustle of the city.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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