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824 - Steps to the Water

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View from the alley (shared patio, there is an additional table - not showing that might be used by the other unit's guests)
Fully equipped kitchen, open to dining area
Dining area with balcony access on 2nd floor
Balcony on 2nd floor, the perfect spot for morning coffee or to relax at night
Living area, couches are black leather now

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission Beach
    3 min walk
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches
    5 min walk
  • Mission Bay
    13 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    19 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1st level

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom (Queen bed)

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1st floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2nd floor

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

824 - Steps to the Water

Property: 3BR #824 PacificSandsVacations

BOOKING PROCESS
Once we received your request to book, we will email you our rental agreement for an electronic signature. Once it has been filled out/signed by you and agreed to by us, we will then charge your credit card for the down-payment of 25% of the room rate and confirm your booking. No money will be held or charged from us until you filled out and signed our rental agreement.

CANCELLATION POLICY (PLEASE NOTE IT DIFFERS FROM VRBO)
25% of the room rate will be due upon reservation (once the rental agreement has been signed). The remaining balance will be due 30-60 days prior arrival (depending on the length of your stay). Once paid these amounts are non-refundable. You do have the option to purchase travel insurance. We will send all details once your booking is confirmed.

GREAT LOCATION
Welcome to fun in the sun in beautiful and sunny Mission Beach, California! We are located just steps to the warm waters of Mission Bay and the beautiful blue surf of the Pacific Ocean!

This home is suitable for up to 9 people (6 adults max). These numbers include any potential day visitors. We do not differentiate between overnight guests and visitors.

HOUSE DETAILS
Located in a 2 unit home, 824 Ormond is a sun-filled three-story home with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a patio (shared with the other unit). This beach town-home is just a 15 second walk from the bay and a minute from the ocean!

GROUND LEVEL
The ground level offers a shared patio area with a gas grill and comfortable seating. This area is perfect for warm summer nights. It also features two bedrooms. One room offers a queen bed and has tile flooring and French doors that open up to the shared patio area (seats 6), the other offers a twin and a double bed and has wood flooring. This area also features a bathroom and a kitchenette with a small fridge, microwave, sink and plenty of cabinets.

2nd LEVEL
The second floor offers a light and comfortable living and dining area (with window AC), a small balcony as well as bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen comes complete with dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, pots and pans, all utensils and everything you will need for your family meals. The spacious living area offers two sofas (one is a sleeper) allowing this home to comfortably accommodate up to 9 guests (6 adults max). There is Roku TV for your convenience. This middle level with its open floor plan is bright and airy. Lots of windows make this home let in the sea air and the sun - perfect for your vacation! The balcony is a perfect place for sipping your morning coffee and relaxing to the serenity of the 'bay-side of life”.

3rd LEVEL
The top floor is a fabulous master bedroom suite with wood flooring and a private 100 sq.ft. balcony viewing Mission Bay. This room offers a portable AC, a queen-size bedroom set, two closets and a full bath with tub.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Bedroom with queen bed (1st level)
Bedroom with double and twin bed (1st level)
Bedroom with queen bed (3rd level)
1 sleeper in living room, full size (2nd level)
2x comfortable 3-fold floor mats

PARKING
Parking, which is at a premium in Mission Beach, is no problem with our two-car tandem garage. Please know its narrow and measures approximately 7.10' W X 30' D X 7' H. For those of you with SUVs, please verify your car's dimensions as we do not have alternate parking.

AMENITIES
Enjoy the luxury of 2 TVs in the house, high speed internet, window AC in living room & portable AC in Master bedroom as well as laundry in garage. Linens, towels, beach towels, blow dryers, iron, iron board, boogie boards, beach chairs, high chair and pack 'n play are provided for your convenience.

SUPPLIES
The house offers everything you might possibly need, including supplies such as: laundry, hand, dishwasher and dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, kitchen sponge and of course all fresh, spotless and clean linens and bath towels. Please note we do not replenish supplies.

LOCATION
Located in the heart of Mission Beach, it is within easy walking distance to great local restaurants, shops as well as to the Mission Bay Aquatic Center.

PLEASE NOTE
For "friend"/"adult only" groups we can agree to 6 people max and all must be over 35 years old. We absolutely do not want to rent to anyone that is intending to party at the house.

Please know there are a lot of steep stairs in this house. Not suitable for small kids.

We have a NO smoking and NO pet policy.

Kindly understand that at rare occasions we might not be able to move forward if a time frame requested does not fit well in our calendar. In this instance we will ask you to shift your dates or offer you alternatives if available.

DAMAGE DEPOSIT
We require a $500 refundable damage deposit.

STRO LICENSE NUMBER
STR-02200L

TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY NUMBER
621385

VRBO IS NOT MERCHANT OF RECORD FOR PACIFIC SANDS VACATIONS
We use our own website/merchant provider for payment processing.

VRBO SERVICE FEE
In case you decide not to move forward after sending in a booking request through VRBO or your booking can not be confirmed by us, VRBO's service fee will automatically be refunded.

Property manager

Pacific Sands Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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
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
Property Registration Number STR-02200L, 621385

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks 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 San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for USS Midway Museum, or head to an event or a match at Petco Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk
  • Mission Bay - 13 min walk
  • Belmont Park - 15 min walk
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 20 min walk
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪World Famous - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 824 - Steps to the Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 824 - Steps to the Water?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 824 - Steps to the Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 824 - Steps to the Water located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Mission Beach Boardwalk is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeanette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
Loved the location, a easy walk to the bay, just about 2 minutes. On the beach in 3 minutes. About a dozens of restaurants within walking distance. Ralph’s down the street about a mile. The morning walks were peaceful, cool, and safe. Came across many of the neighbors that lived there, always very hospitable. We spent a lot of time on the beach and bay. The view if the nightly firework show from the bay was a great night ender. Of course the weather was fantastic and just added to the enjoyment of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
All descriptions were accurate, but there are no A/C units in the bottom 2 bedrooms, and it gets quite warm during the midday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Loy V., Rock Valley, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice property
Clean, and in very good condition. Garage is tight width. Had to fold in both mirrors and back in only with mini van. Nice rental overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location between beach and bay. Very clean and well equipped.
Perfect for us, but parking was tight.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Enola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
STEEP STAIRS
The Property was clean but badly thought out four sets of stairs ...quite a challenge for 65 plus and 3year old family members ... the two bedrooms down stairs were not air conditioned and the patio was off one of the bedrooms. not the family room. when in San Diego most meals should be eaten out on the patio..off the kitchen not three stairways down off the bedroom ...my fault I should have researched this property just a little better because stairs are nor mentioned or shown in the pictures. In a pinch I would recommend ...but not for families with children the stairs are very dangerous. some are tiled and some are carpeted .. over all the furnishings and cleaniess were excellent . thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little place
Though it was tight, I could fit two medium size SUVs in the garage which is an amazing perk on mission beach. It was especially nice to have the master bedroom two stories from the kids room. I got some really good sleep! You might want to be aware if you have young kids, becacuse they could easily get out with out you noticing. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Unit
Well stocked kitchen and nice beach supplies. Good beds too. Only criticism is we were assigned the small table of four on the outside patio. Since we had rented three bedrooms with 10 guests I thought that was a little small.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
This was by far the cleanest Beach house we have stayed in! We loved this amount of room in this house for our family of 6. We enjoyed our stay so much we extended the number of days! Contacted management and received quick and friendly responses each time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marius G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and well managed
Great property and well managed

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, great location for families with younger kids.
Two families, with 5 total kids aged 4-13, stayed the week of July 4th. Positives: Great location, love being closer to bay side where it is a bit quieter, and very near the grassy area, where we played soccer and put down a blanket to watch fireworks. Neighbors were reasonably quiet, so was easy to get the kids to sleep with windows open. We emailed on Sunday about the upstairs AC unit, and the mgmt co sent someone out same day- very responsive. The unit also didn’t have a hairdryer (assuming prior renters packed it by accident), and they dropped one off promptly. Negatives: None of these are major items. Some aspects of unit are feeling a bit dated- AC upstairs kept getting error message, and required numerous breaker resets to get it working. Not sure the AC cooled the air more than just circulating outside air anyway. Fortunately it was really only needed for a couple hours a day when the sun was directly overhead and if the breeze stopped. Kitchen utensils are getting a little thin- specifically, no baking sheets. Oven seemed to take excessively long to bake- had to add degrees and minutes to everything. Garage is tandem style and couldn’t fit our Tahoe and Expedition. Overnight public parking was close, but that isn’t ideal. If I could have rated 4.5 stars, I would have. A bit pricey compared to comparable places we have stayed, but all in all no material negatives and we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very accommodating and perfect for our family
The process of renting, checking in and checking out was simple. Property manager got right back to me anytime i have questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

roxanna p., Casa Grande, AZ

Great location and nice place to stay.
This was about halfway between both ends of the boardwalk which was perfect. The place was very nice. The beds, pillows and comforters were very comfortable. We had a problem with the master bedroom air conditioner but I sent an email and they fixed it right away. It’s three levels so there were several stairs but we didn’t have to worry about someone above us or below us either. It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Isabel B.

Perfect week getaway!
This house was perfect for my family of 9. Close to the beach, bay, stores, restaurants. It was so convenient for my grandparents to have their own space on the first floor with their own entrance, bathroom, and kitchenette. The whole family had a great time!

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Great Vacation!
This house was large enough to accommodate our family of 6 adults and 3 children. Very convenient to the bay and ocean. Grocery shopping was just a short drive up Mission Blvd. The garage was a little tight, but we were able to park our mini van inside with no problem. Our second vehicle was a larger truck and we were able to find two 24 hour/overnight parking lots just a short walk on the bay side of the property. We had a couple of issues when we first arrived, but they were taken care of in a timely manner by the management team considering it was a weekend. I would not recommend this property if you are traveling with anyone that has difficulty climbing stairs. There are 3 levels and lot of stairs! We would either rent this property again or use this management company again..they were very easy to work with. Thanks for making our stay great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Great place to stay for a week!
It was very nice to choose from the calmness of the bay or walk across the street to the busier ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation
We loved our stay at this house. Very nice, clean and spacious. We enjoyed having coffee on the balcony and barbeque on the patio. Great location – next to the bay and the beach. Walking distance to many restaurants. Very good management, very easy to deal with. We hope to come back next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Experience
We arrived and found the place in very good shape. The location is great, a couple steps to the beach and the bay. It is only a short walk to the little shops, beach rental places and restaurants. The house is very spacious and convenient. The service has been great and everyone has gone above and beyond to make sure that our stay was effortless and amazing. Highly recommend both the property and the people that operate it. Thanks for making our stay a fantastic experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

samuel s.

By foot to the beach
The service what they offer and the contact with the agency is absolutly great. The check-in as well as the check-out was easy and quick. The facility itself is clean and in good condition. Even the BBQ is super clean and well maintained. Cool is that the front side of the house hits just a pedestrian walkway and not a street so you can hang out for a nice dinner.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Beach House
We really enjoyed staying in this house. The location is great, fourth house from the bay and one short block from the beach. The house is full of amenities and everything we needed! Boogie boards, scooter, beach chairs, ice chest, beach towels etc. The area restaurants are all within a short walk of the place, which was nice too. The owners take good care of this house and provide great hospitality. Nicole was great with the providing a lot of information for our stay, answering questions and making suggestions. We would highly recommend this house and when we come back to California, this is where we will stay!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation in Mission Beach
Our extended family of 10 stayed at this beach house for a week. We all really enjoyed our stay and felt comfortable there. Having 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms was great with 4 teenagers. Couldn't ask for a better location and nicer place. The house is very close to the bay, ocean, restaurants, and shopping. All the extra amenities made the vacation even more enjoyable - like beach chairs & towels, boogie boards, etc. We would highly recommend this house and when we come back to California, this is where we will stay!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teriffic Property
This property has a great set up for multiple families. Large main living area. Very close to Bay and Oceanside beaches. Kitchen was very well equipped. We will definitely stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Place!
This is our second year in this house. Great location, great house, has everything what you need. Will come back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

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Nice week in August
Property is exactly as advertised. If 3.5 stars was an option, that would be my rating. We stayed here for a week in August - booked relatively last minute. Overall, we enjoyed the vacation quite a bit. Being the "bay side" was great for us and our two kids. Steps away from the calm waters of the bay, a few steps more in the other direction to the larger & more active sand/surf of the ocean. The unit is a bit more sparsely furnished and outfitted than other properties I've rented around Mission Beach, and some of the accessories and items in the house are a bit shop worn, but it has ALL the basics and met our needs just fine. The house has a master bed, full bath and balcony on the third floor. A living room / dining room, kitchen, patio and half bath on the second floor. The ground floor has two bedrooms. full bath, wet bar area and garage. The nice sized outdoor patio is accessed through one of the ground floor bedrooms Be aware that the master bedroom is two floors away from the other bedrooms. Great if you want privacy, but not as good if you need to be able to hear young kids during the night. While there are technically enough beds and sleeper sofas to sleep 10, you would be VERY packed in. I personally don't think there is enough living space in the house to support 10 people. 6 is easy; 8 would be ok, but i'm really not sure how 10 people would work... Our stay was *slightly* impacted by some roof repair work that was schedule to start an hour before our planned checkout, but the property manager was very gracious and offered us a later checkout for the inconvenience. She was communicative and responsive before, during, and after our stay. While this isn't the absolute best place I've rented before on Mission Beach, I would GLADLY stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

August 2011
My family and I stayed for a week during August 2011. The property is clean, conveniently located between the strand and bay and very spacious. I would highly recommend this for family's with young kids since you can play on the strand side a little more easily and go to the beach when you want to. Good play for BBQ in the back patio as well!

About the host

Hosted by Pacific Sands Vacations

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Pacific Sands Vacations, Inc is a boutique style vacation rental company that has been managing upscale vacation homes since 2010. Our beautiful and well-maintained vacation homes along the Pacific Sands in San Diego are wisely chosen offering an upmost cleaning standard & highest comfort. It is our mission to provide an excellent all-around experience, making our guests feel at home away from home in any of our properties. Nicole, the owner, is involved in every step of managing each vacation home. She and her professional, experienced, dedicated and caring team is taking great pride in the exceptional services provided.

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