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Explore our slice of paradise! Dogs welcomed! Steps to Famous Dog Beach!

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Interior detail
Main living room as you enter the front door.
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mission Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Explore our slice of paradise! Dogs welcomed! Steps to Famous Dog Beach!

Spend your relaxing beach getaway in our recently remodeled and updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath property on the water in San Diego's unique community of Ocean Beach. Enjoy our perfect location on the fenced back yard patio including several sitting areas, an outdoor table, a gas grill, and a door leading right out to Dog Beach. (We love dogs and do not charge extra for pets!)

Your vacation experience starts with an off street parking spot right in front of your door.
Just inside the door is the newly remodeled living room with a brand new couch and 50" 4K Smart TV. Fiber wifi and cable are included, with streaming apps accessible through the TV. The couch has a convertible bed for additional guests as well.

Down the hall is the larger of the 2 bedrooms with a queen sized bed (new Serta iSeries 2.0, new bedframe and nightstands), a TV with Roku and a large closet complete with an assortment of fresh robes and slippers. There are extra blankets/pillows in the closet.

Further down the hall is the spa bathroom complete with tub/rain shower, vanity space for 2 and a glass pedestal sink. The shower is lined in slate style ceramic tile trimmed in slate and limestone and the vanity area and back splash are glass mosaic tile. There are plenty of fluffy towels to pamper you and a powerful hair dryer.

The back of the house features an open area including a new kitchen, dining table, and lounging area with a door out to the patio. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, appliances, and utensils for your convenience. The adjacent lounge has a small couch, lounge chair, a wicker rocker, and another flat screen TV with DVR access.

The second bedroom houses adult extra-long bunk beds along with a built in desk and another closet complete with fresh robes and slippers. Its window looks out onto the patio and back yard. There are also 2 twin air beds with linens. The pillows are encased in hypoallergenic covers that are washed after each use.

Walk out the back door and you will find the renovated patio with deck, gardens, and plenty of options to enjoy the outdoors. Relax under the sail shades or soak up the sun in lounge chairs. Here guests may also be greeted by our friendly resident pup, Kairo. Outside the back gate is our newly constructed game area. Horseshoes anyone? Just beyond is the paved path out to the beach adjacent to the San Diego River estuary, a wetland sanctuary for birds such as blue herons, snowy egrets, pelicans and osprey. The beach on the left is for people and the beach on the right is Kairo's favorite spot, a unique off-leash area for dogs to run, swim and socialize!

We are happy to share that with San Diego's new Community Power options our home is now powered by 100% renewable energy sources.

Worth noting:
Like all of Ocean Beach and much of Mission Beach we are less than 10 miles from the airport, so planes do travel overhead. We have insulated the walls and roof of our property, and the City of San Diego requires that take-offs and landings cease between 11:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Most guests say they seldom notice the planes inside the unit though for some guests they’re a mixed blessing. However, watch the skies closely and you could catch a glimpse of a fighter jet from nearby Miramar Air Force base which was the setting for Top Gun.

Property manager

Greg and Clara
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 5 total)
All dogs are welcome! No limits or extra fees.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-00992L, 634131

About the area

San Diego

Located in Ocean Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and on 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 in the mood for shopping can visit Seaport Village and Westfield UTC. Check out an event or a game at Pechanga Arena, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Dog Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Mission Beach - 12 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hodads Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore our slice of paradise! Dogs welcomed! Steps to Famous Dog Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Explore our slice of paradise! Dogs welcomed! Steps to Famous Dog Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore our slice of paradise! Dogs welcomed! Steps to Famous Dog Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Explore our slice of paradise! Dogs welcomed! Steps to Famous Dog Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocean Beach holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Marine Corps Recruit Depot is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 295 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tania M.

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

Super dog friendly

We had a great time celebrating my mom’s bday right by the beach! It just so happened that we ended up getting there way earlier then expected and we were able to check in early and enjoy the day. I absolutely love how dog friendly they are and even include doggie toys and a bowl. Dogs are allowed on the furniture but they provide blankets so the doggies are even more comfy and the furniture is protected. What place do you know that provides that? The house was very ckean and the best part was you open the back door and you are steps away from the dog beach. We all loved it and are already talking about when we’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale B.

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

Wonderful stay in OB

My wife and our 3 dogs loved the space and the neighborhood. The outdoor space was wonderful and easy access to dog beach was a huge plus for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre M.

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

Would stay again

Very comfortable place to stay with three big dogs, one medium dog and four adults. Dog beach right outside the back gate. The city has many good restaurants and very friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Some problems with long term stays

Property manager, Greg, was always courteous and responsive to our questions and concerns. It was very nice being so close to Dog Beach for a month.The reasons for our moderate evaluation has to do 3 issues.1). There is no working clothes dryer. So, you either have to go to the laundromat, or hang clothes throughout the apt. or on a 5’ line outside. Not good for a long term stay.2). New LVT flooring has been installed through most of the apartment, but not in the 2nd bedroom. So, there is uneven and jagged flooring which could be a tripping hazard, and if you do not have shoes on, could easily result in a cut foot.3). There is absolutely no view from this apartment, or from the back yard. It has a bit of a claustrophobic feel.The best thing about this rental is its location. Dog beach/Pacific Ocean is about 2 blocks away. In the other direction is a great park for dog walking.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

angel m.

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

OB/dog beach getaway

We enjoyed our stay so much! There were no issues with the property. Perfect for a family traveling with their four legged companion. We would absolutely book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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

Clean and comfortable. Touches of home

Comfortable, clean and sweet little touches that let you know that the owners care about their guests. So glad the owners provided the shampoo and conditioner in the shower because I forgot to pack mine but didn’t have to run to the market for that item.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla R.

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

Great location-dogs were so thrilled!

Great stay! Dogs loved it and it was so nice being able to walk out of the back gate and have a very short walk to the dog beach. The owners definitely have the place set up for the pups, with dog wash stations, dog blankets for the furniture, and some toys etc. The full kitchen was great and well appointed for being a smaller space. Was just perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy v.

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

First time to San Diego in 25 years

And first time for our kids to see the Pacific. We had the best time and our dog, Hank was absolutely in heaven on dog beach! The house was perfect, the location perfect! The beach was literally a stone’s throw away. We lived it and will definitely be back. Thank you so much for an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

very nice beach view

wonderful patio for pets. Beautiful stroll to the beach by the water. Very hospitable host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

A great place on Dog Beach.

We enjoyed our stay. No problems whatsoever. A quiet place right on the paved path to dog beach, comfortable, clean. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

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

Pet Heaven

We loved our stay. If you have active dogs this is their heaven. We brought out Great Dane for beach fun, burgers are great vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Comfortable and dog friendly

Dog beach is just out the back gate, our labs loved the place. Very comfortable, clean and close to many restaurants. Greg was very helpful and hope to be back soon for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen D.

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

Excellent

Our dogs loved the beach & backyard. We met Greg & Clara in passing. Responded quickly when we asked a question. The house was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oana S.

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

Great Place for Dogs and Their Parents

My friend and I had a wonderful stay at this cute house located steps to the famous dog beach at Ocean Beach. I'd like to start by saying that it is extremely difficult to find a house close to the beach that has a yard and allows dogs (without added fees or dog size restrictions). The house was perfect for our needs (there were two of us adults and two dogs). There is a fully functional kitchen and a beautifully appointed bathroom. The two bedrooms were clean and cozy, and the beds were comfortable. The parking spot looks tight due to the wooden poles framing the driveway but we were able to fit my Santa Fe SUV just fine (and with a little room to spare). The best parts of our stay for us were the availability of a back yard and Greg's caring and compassionate character. The back yard is shared with Greg, his wife Clara and their beautiful and well-behaved dog Kairo. They are very mindful and respectful of their guests. Our privacy was prioritized. When we booked, I shared with Greg that one of my dogs is a little fearful so our fur babies never met. The other highlight of the trip was that Greg hung out with my fearful dog for a couple of hours so that my friend and I and my other pup could go paddleboarding together. Greg also baked a pizza for us in his oven while we were sorting out some technical issues with the oven in our house. The kindness and compassion we experienced were awe-inspiring. We will definitely be back. Thank you Greg, Clara, and Kairo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Simple and Easy

The place was clean and well presented. The owner is easy to get along with. I'd recommend to anyone wanting to stay at Dog Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

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

Beautifully relaxing!

Wonderful hosts and relaxing atmosphere. Close to beach and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco V.

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

Beaches for days

It was a wonderful place with lots of accommodations. It was a stones throw from the beach and walking distance from tons of great restaurants. It was only 10 to 15 minutes drive from many of SD attractions.The backyard was beautiful and an excellent place to hangout when staying in. Would absolutely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

16 Year Anniversary

We had an amazing stay at Greg and Clara's place Wanderlust Oasis. It was so nice only being a few minutes walk from the Dog Beach and downtown Ocean Beach. It was so relaxing and a very comfortable place to stay. We were able to bring our 2 fury family members so it made our 16th Anniversary celebration complete to have them and our two sons their as well. Thank you Greg & Clara!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

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

Dog Paradise

The backyard and easy access to the dog beach made this the perfect place to stay with our dogs. The owners thought of everything you would need for your dog including a dog wash station, bowls, and blankets. The home is clean and comfortable. In addition to the beach, It is an easy walk to coffee and restaurants. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

There is mold on the bed and the seasoning has expired.

our unit#1 was on the ground floor and there was another unit upstairs, which was not mentioned on the website, otherwise we would not have rented this place. By the time we came back from a walk on the beach at around 5pm, someone upstairs and the noise from children and dogs was very noisy. The sound of running footsteps made a loud sound just above our heads, and it didn't slowly quiet down until after 12 o'clock. The first night experience was terrible. the next morning, I could see more clearly that several areas of the beds were covered in mold. What was even worse was that the bathrobe I wore was very dirty, and found most of the seasonings in the kitchen were expired, and because there was no dishwasher, we put some dishes in the sink to wash by hand, Unexpectedly, the sink was completely clogged, and we had to use the toilet plunger to let the water flow down. The lids of some pots were covered with a thick layer of dust. We took some photos and videos. We reported to the host the issues and we left. Fortunately, we found a room in the hotel del Coronado. For the sake of health, we sincerely hope that VRBO should stop listing this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max S.

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

Resort for dogs

We love staying there and so do our dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Beach house

Very nice great location. Host very friendly. Would recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank V.

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

Great escape

This is our third time staying here wonderful as always wish I could stay here longer..
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marli B.

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

Nice little get away

We absolutely loved our stay! It was great to be just a few minutes walk to the beach. Our dogs loved it, too. Thanks for all the extras for our furry friends (treats and bowls). The house was comfortable and the hosts were very friendly and accomodating. We will definitely be back! Thanks for the wonderful vacation away from the Phoenix heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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Hosted by Greg and Clara

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