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Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all!

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Welcome to our home

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4101.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • San Diego State University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Balboa Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all!

Summary:
Located in the hip neighborhood of Normal Heights, this charming bungalow is your home while enjoying San Diego. Owned by a fashion designer & musician, this home is designed to reflect the artistry of the husband and wife duo, and is sure to be the backdrop for an unforgettable stay! It’s a perfect central home base for family vacations, Comic Con, Pride, and music/craft brew festivals.

The Space:
This charming Craftsman is full of custom-printed textiles, original art & photography, and hand-painted touches. Make music with a tacked piano and vinyl record collection, enjoy cocktail hour in the private courtyard, or family & friend time in the sun-drenched living room.

Washer/Dryer is shared with studio unit in back (located on the patio).

The Neighborhood:
Walk to Adam's Avenue to enjoy craft coffee & cocktails, buzzy local eateries, and live music. Normal Heights is one of the fastest growing neighborhoods in San Diego at the moment, with unique shopping, nightlife and family-friendly spots. Trolley Barn park is a gorgeous playground & park, and is a quick drive. Beaches are close--just a quick 15-min drive to the nearest one!

Getting Around:
Besides the one reserved space behind the house, there's also street parking. However, at certain times it can be challenging to find a spot. Please also be aware of street sweeping days so you don't end up with a parking ticket.

Other Things to Note:
This house has an additional guest studio in back. It is completely detached, no walls are shared. The studio guests may use street parking only--the parking space between the two units is reserved just for you! Please note that the washer/dryer is located on the patio of the guest studio. This is the only aspect of the property that is shared with other guests.

Pets are welcome with prior approval and additional $125 pet fee per pet.
**No pets without prior written approval. If you're bringing a pet, you must follow airbnb's pet rules: dispose of all pet waste properly, never leave pet unattended in the home or backyard, and keep dogs leashed when walking them outside of the home.

San Diego now requires all guests to sign a Good Neighbor Policy document prior to staying. We do enforce their policy so it must be signed in order to receive checkin info, but we will make it super easy for you to initial and sign :) It can all be done online.

STRO LICENSE NUMBER: STR-01817L

Interaction with Guests:
Although we provide self-check in for a completely contactless experience, we are available to help answer any questions prior to and during your stay! For the fastest response - pls message us through the Airbnb / VRBO app.

Property manager

Cardo Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parking: Your one-vehicle parking space is located just behind the house. To get there, enter through the alley, where you'll see a rolling wood ga...

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
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number 643631, STR-01817L

About the area

San Diego

Mid-City, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • San Diego State University - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Snapdragon Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Balboa Park - 7 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Grantville Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancho Villa's Farmers Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soda Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rabbit Hole - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lestat's Coffee House - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Artfully-styled bungalow in the heart of it all! located?

Located in Mid-City, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Mission Valley Mall and within 6 miles (10 km) of San Diego Zoo and San Diego State University. Hotel Circle and Marine Corps Recruit Depot are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lisa d.

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

perfect location

loved my stay!!! the house was perfect, well stocked and near all the best things to do in San diego. I will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Beautiful home

What a lovely home to stay in. It had everything we needed and close to a lot of places. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

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

Fam vacay

The house was the perfect size for us while in San Diego. It was a very nice place to come to after a full day experiencing all that the area had to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia D.

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

Great place

Clean, cozy. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had the staples, couch and living area were comfy. A/C is only in the main area. A good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Nice stay to move twins into SDSU

We wanted a place close to San Diego State University but also in a fun area to explore. Great location and secure parking was a necessity for our move. Cardo Vacations was very responsive and helpful with all our inquiries. My only recommendation would be to possibly update outside furniture and clean free of Spiders and webs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA N.

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

Great location to attractions

The home was 15 minutes from the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, and Old Town. Perfect for a family of 3. Has private, gated parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy G.

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

San Diego

House was perfect for our visit. Clean and comfortable accommodations. Quick responses from host when contacted. Area was safe and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carissa U.

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

Conveniently located and nicely appointed

My family and I spent time here to help my son with recovery from surgery since we live out of state. The house was decorated nicely and had a more modern look. There is a gas stove which I love and the location is convenient to food, stores, mall, and much more. A bonus was having dedicated parking.Recommended Improvements:(1) Add dressers due to lack of drawers for clothes.(2) Fix door viewer because the latch is broken and it lets the cold/warm air into the house.(3) Add an AC to other areas of the house since only one wall unit located in the living didn’t provide enough cooling into the bedrooms. (4) Fix deadbolt because the door will open with a strong pull on the handle.(5) Add curtains or blinds to the bedroom windows due to the bright streetlight shining through at night.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Thanks!

Lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute little place

It was perfect for just the few days we were there. I know a lot of places in SD don’t have AC, it was comfortable the back room was hot but with the fan it worked for us. We really liked how the “garage” was close it was a tight squeeze with our rental but again it worked for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole W.

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

So so

I will start with the positives: location is fantastic, beds are comfy, sheets were crisp and clean, amenities are pretty decent (we didn’t use the stove or oven), bathroom was clean. Negatives: the house had a weird odor (like pet urine), the floors weren’t very clean (my father’s white socks were filthy after walking around), the courtyard area could have used some nicer outdoor furniture, one of the bedroom windows wouldn't close and some of the windows needed curtains or shades.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Convenient and clean

It’s a cute spot with comfy spaces. Pros: Clean inside Easy private parking 20 minutes to La Jolla, Balboa Park, and Coronado Great kitchen Prompt communication The only improvement I would suggest is cleaning the outdoor furniture from any cobwebs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jason W., Brea USA

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

Quick get away

Just getting away for a couple of days with the family. This property is within 10 mins of Zoo and Balboa park which is very convenient. It is also only a couple minutes from North Park which has a great choice of restaurants and bars. Great having private gated parking as SD can be tough to find parking in. Host were extremely easier to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great house

This is a sweet little house that has been nicely refurbished. The only thing that was difficult was parking. The assigned parking was unavailable. Street parking is difficult. But the house was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Mark F.

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

Nice but older facility

The process of renting and accessing the facility was great as was the process of keeping me informed. The facility was neat and clean. I have two recommendations. First. You do need some minor maintenance (e.g. loose door handles, minor mold in the bath tub, etc.). Second. You really need to put up some black-out curtains in the bedrooms. The street lights and early morning sunshine made sleeping a little bit of a challenge.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

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

Close to everything

We stayed for a month with two dogs. It’s a bit cozy and sometimes the neighbors like to be a bit loud, but you’re a quick drive or Uber from the best spots in town. Parks within walking distance for the dogs. Codes for the front gate and door made me feel safe. Check-in/out we’re very easy and when I had issues/questions, the property manager was on it immediately. There is a cooling unit in the front room that does a good job of keeping the house warm with the exception of the back master room, which needs a tower fan for comfort level.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Marcia P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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