Ocean Front Penthouse

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8.4

Very good

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

San Diego, CA

Mission Beach1 min walk
Mission Bay8 min walk
SeaWorld8 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)20 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

PENTHOUSE CONDO - On The Beach -
This is a penthouse unit in our oceanfront property. Being on the top floor of this 3 story building offers you the most spectacular views of the ocean and southern coast. You will be able to spot the dolphins even when they past the surf breaks. The elevation above the boardwalk also offers for privacy and solitude.

This spacious 2 bedroom condo sleeps 6-7 people comfortably. It is decorated with sophistication with comfort in mind. This home was recently renovated offering fresh surroundings and comfort. One of the bedrooms has two full beds and the second bedroom acts as the master with one queen size bed. There are two bathrooms. The master bath has a shower and the second bath has a bathtub plus shower. The kitchen comes complete with everything you need to enjoy a home-away-from-home vacation on the beach!

AMENITIES INCLUDE:
There are many high end treatments making this unit comfortable and accommodating including travertine throughout, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer in the unit, dishwasher, wireless internet and parking. There is a private patio for the building with a large stainless steel barbecue and picnic tables. The patio has a view of the ocean!

There are views of the water from all west facing windows! That means you will be watching the sunset into the ocean from the comfort of your living room couch!

We have more condos in the same building that when combined can sleep a total of 24-32!

Keywords: ocean front, oceanfront, penthouse, two bedroom, 2 bed

Property manager

Gina Isenburg

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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 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 STR-03561L, 520040

About the area

San Diego

This condo is located in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, and is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Beach and Mission Bay, while Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Pechanga Arena or Petco Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

San Diego, CA

What's nearby

Mission Beach - 1 min walk
Mission Bay - 8 min walk
Mission Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk
Crystal Pier - 11 min walk
SeaWorld - 8 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.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬9 min walk
‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬8 min walk
‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
‪Waterbar - ‬7 min walk
‪Pacific Beach - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Penthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Penthouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Penthouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Penthouse located?

Located in Mission Beach, this condo is steps away from Pacific Beach and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 10 minutes.

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

9 Apr 2024

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

Awesome Spot!

Loved this place along the boardwalk and just off of the beach! I really thought this condo was in the ideal spot and will be looking to stay here again in the future. Also the parking spot is clutch! Parking in the area is insane and we would have had a tough time finding a public spot for our rental car.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Evelyn A.

1 Apr 2024

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Easter get away

Great location! Place was a little dirty.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer l.

27 Mar 2024

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

Love the mermaid!

We stay at the mermaid every time we visit Mission Beach. It is so comfortable and convenient. The views are unbeatable! and having your own parking AND an elevator? so awesome! Highly recommend :)

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Marianne I.

22 Sept 2023

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

Great location

The location is fantastic. Walk out the door onto PB! Convenient to restaurants, attractions, etc. perfect for dogs! Beds are fair. Parking is nice unless you have multiple cars. Condo didn’t have Kleenex, hand soap, cooking utensils not good, only 3 coffee cups for a condo sleeping 6. All in all it was a good time for us. We adapted.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

3 Sept 2023

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

Gorgeous view and location

This property is located in a perfect area of Mission Beach because it’s close to all the fun restaurants and bars. The view is spectacular from the living room. We like the size because it’s two bedrooms and two baths. It has a nice kitchen and it is very clean. It has a nice sitting area where you can watch people go by. We would highly recommend this place.

Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim V., Strawberry AZ

30 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Surprised by condition

Mattress in master with urine and some other stains, for the price charged that is unacceptable. Comforter on that bed filthy with unknown stains on underneath side. Looked like melted chocolate? On one side and see through light green stuff on the other side. Manager did try to rectify the situation by delivering 2 blankets at 11 pm

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy M.

25 July 2023

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

Great location

The location is wonderful. I enjoyed being right on the beach. I was able to swim with the dolphins in the ocean right in front of the beach. The view was amazing. Check in was simple. A few things that could have made my experience better are to have a can opener. There were dirty dishes located hidden in drawers and cabinets. It made me wonder how clean the place actually was. Extra linens and possibly having a throw blanket or comforter would have been nice. One of the boogie boards provided were broken already. Overall, this was a nice place with a few minor tweaks.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alanna M., Gilbert, Arizona

16 July 2023

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

Great location!!

This property was close to resturants and the beach access was just a walk away. The views from the front room were beautiful! The property manager responded quickly to our questions & was helpful. We had everything we needed & would definitely book again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nermine R.

19 June 2023

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

Wonderful vacation!

Breathtaking views of the dolphins in the ocean every morning! Gina, the property manager was very helpful and approachable. Apartment was clean and had everything I needed for a beach family vacation. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimber C.

2 June 2023

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

Bday getaway

Great location and perfect amount of space for a girls birthday getaway trip!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

4 Apr 2023

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

Awesome location , close to all night life and step out the door to the beach.

Seamless experience with check in. Location is great , room was clean. I would stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

29 Mar 2023

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

Great place

Excellent

Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V., Portland, OR

28 Dec 2022

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

Nice place

Right on the beach. Easy access. The floors were Sandy when we arrived. Otherwise, we had a great stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Louisa R.

26 Oct 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good place for adults but not for family with children

The place was not the same as pictured. Maybe because we were given the third floor. The place needs a lot of work. The bar stools were rusty, toilets were chipped and shower curtain had molds. I was given a new shower curtain lining replacement during my stay when I sent an email. My toddlers likes to take baths , so molds was a big concern. But even changing the shower curtain and the lining was hard because the rings were all rusty and difficult to remove. I was being very careful that the rings would not cut me. Our parking spot was next to all the trashcans , it smelled really bad and there were a lot of flies. Not so great when you are trying to put an infant in the car. We had to rush to avoid the flies from gling in the car. One night, I had to let the next door guests to keep the noise level down since they were talking in front of our door. They look like they were a bunch of drunk teenagers. I would not recommend this place for a family with small kids due to safety & health standards. I suggest to change the kitchen faucet , the shower head in the bedroom shower, toilet in the hallway bathroom, the shower curtain rings and curtains. The bar stools are not safe being so rusty. We did appreciate watching the sunset and listening to sound of the waves. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Ashley D.

25 Oct 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Feeling Underwhelmed

This property leaves a lot to be desired. It’s right on Mission Beach which is awesome during the day but really noisy at night (to be expected being right on the boardwalk). It is not newly renovated though I will say the broken microwave mentioned in a previous review was replaced. Everything is rather rusty (the shower rod, the door lock, everything metal basically). The sheets looked clean but there was no mattress cover and the mattress itself was stained and disgusting. Don’t get me started on the space where the mattress meets the frame of the bed (full of crumbs, tons of hair and what looked to be dry boogers). None of the bathroom or overhead fans work. There are portable fans in the closet which were helpful. The windows aren’t clean or have broken seals so it’s hard to see the beautiful view. Like a lot of VRBO properties, they ask you to start laundry when you leave but there’s no laundry soap to use. We bought some at the store but does that mean our sheets/towels when we got there were washed without soap? The list goes on. Sent the owner a message the day before our arrival asking about the coffee maker and if we could potentially get an early check in. This message was not replied to and we received check in instructions 15 minutes before actual check in. It was stressful because previous reviews stated they struggled to get check in info. Overall, I feel like they are doing just above the bare minimum to keep this condo rentable. It is not luxurious, it’s not a penthouse where you can find solitude (it’s the third floor of a walk up building on the boardwalk), and I certainly would not stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Tara F.

3 Oct 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Paying for the view

Place run down and not clean. You are paying for the view which is amazing. Most of fans in place broke. And living room ceiling fan broke. Bathroom shower curtains 100% need to be replaced. Check in was super easy and had no problem with getting in. Would be nice to have a place to rinse off before entering the building.. the little bucket /hose water at front door really doesn’t do the trick…. Lots of kids beach toys which was a plus! I do recommend have a little bike pump of some sort to pump up balls.. all were flat

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jennifer l.

30 Sept 2022

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

Always a fun trip!

Staying at the mermaid is a family tradition for us and has been for many years. You cannot beat the location and convenience. We always have a wonderful time! Highly recommend :)

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Karen Y.

20 Sept 2022

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

It was a really awful experience, I will never use VBRO again if I can’t get my money back

We were supposed to stay in this condo for 3 nights. We were not able to contact anyone to give us a key or code for the door. Later that night someone sent the code so I went back to the unit and after 15 minutes could not open the door. We had to rent 2 rooms the first night for $1,000. Then we had to go to another hotel and rent to rooms. It was stressful as we were supposed to attend a family reunion at 3 different restaurants. We did not enter the premises at all. I felt the owner was not reliable. They claimed they tried to call as we were at dinner. I was hosting the event in San Diego and I drove from Portland. When our event started I was not able do business calls. I really we like my money returned for the 3 nights as I did stay there at all. I hope someone will contact me. Karen Yee 503 803-6030

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Christopher L.

7 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A Bit Run Down. Do not recommend.

Similar to other reviews, we found the apartment to be more run down than the photos would suggest. List of issues below: - dirty and smelly kitchen cabinets - sand in the freezer - no exhaust in the front bathroom, so it was hot, humid, and smelly - when we stripped the beds at the end of the stay, there was a ton of hair under the fitted sheets. Needs cleaning - the building does not have an outdoor shower or hose (the hose bibs all required a special tool to turn on), so it was impossible to wash ourselves or beach equipment. This led to there being sand EVERYWHERE at all times. You can’t just sweep up the amount of sand that comes from not being able to rinse off. - the microwave doesn’t work. It will turn on and run, but food stays cold and it just makes a smell like burning electrical wiring. We unplugged it for safety. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. - the plug in fans and the ceiling fan do not work. As there is also no AC, we had to buy our own fans to cool ourselves off. Future renters, enjoy our fans. I would not recommend staying here. Plenty of other options in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

17 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

My family and I had a memorable time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte J.

13 July 2022

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

Fantastic location!!!

We have stayed in San Diego at Mission Beach many times over the years. This location was so perfect for our entire family. The views from the condo are amazing and it was very spacious and comfortable for our family of 6 (4 adults, 2 children) It had everything that we needed and was within walking distance to the grocery store, restaurants and beach activities. We were even able to walk to Belmont Park! It was a short drive to Sea World and Birch Aquarium!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JULIE K.

26 June 2022

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

Great place to stay right on the beach. Very accommodating

The unit had everything that we needed for our stay. It was close to everything we needed and can’t wait to come back again

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne V.

23 June 2022

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

Property is great. Fantastic location. Check in and out very easy and stress free.

The whole experience was seamless. Very nice property and could not be better located. You can walk to everything you need.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

10 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach house location

The location is perfect for a family summer vacation. Walk out the front door and you’re on the beach. Belmont Park, restaurants, coffee, and shopping are all within walking distance. The house has some wear but it’s to be expected with the ocean elements. The only issue we encountered was not getting the checkin info on time. We msgd the contact and received it less than 60 mins later.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Makenna I.

22 May 2022

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

Great place, awesome location!

4 of us stayed here to celebrate my friends 40th birthday! We had a great time. The place is fantastic. I loved being on the top floor. Short walking distance to tons of restaurants and bars. Nothing beats staying right on the water and being able to just walk out to the beach. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022