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Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay!
Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Mission Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay!

Welcome to Casa de la Ballena bay front villa! This truly sophisticated and luxurious home will make your vacation one to remember, Casa de la Ballena will feel like your home away from home. The 3 story home has marble floors, custom mahogany throughout, as well as romantically elegant lighting and a warm, inviting interior.

Located in the heart of San Diego’s most popular and unique beach front community, Casa de la Ballena is a luxurious private home with resort standard of living just steps to the sand and action of all Mission Beach has to offer! An excellent choice for your next group vacation, corporate retreat or if you just want to escape and relax by the beach with the family...Any time of the year!

The first level features an open floor plan perfect for gathering everyone together. The large patio doors slide wide open to create a great indoor/ outdoor living space. The state of the art kitchen has professional stainless steel appliances and marble countertops, you’ll find everything you need to entertain and prepare meals for your group.

The second level features the luxurious master bedroom suite, with double closets, sinks, a soaker tub and large shower. to a life-at-sea themed room, Casa Ballena has accommodations for all! With private balconies and a third floor den, all of your guests will be comfortable throughout your stay.

You’ll find the jacuzzi on the 3rd level patio overlooking the coves of Mission and Sail Bay. Relax here after enjoying the day on the sand and water, this home has kayaks and paddle boards ready for you anytime of the day. You’ll also find sand toys for building the perfect sand castle. Casa de la Ballena will feel like your home away from home in no time, and you’ll never want to leave!

After basking in the calm surroundings of the waterfront views, comforts and amenities Casa de la Ballena has to offer, you will find yourself centrally located in San Diego with convenient access to San Diego county's most excellent attractions including Sea World, the world famous San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, Balboa Park, Seaport Village, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, downtown San Diego, Coronado, Del Mar and much more.

Don't let this rental pass you by! You won't regret the treats in store!

*IMPORTANT NOTES:*
NO EVENTS ZERO TOLERANCE
This property has video surveillance on the exterior of the house. This is strictly used to protect the property. There is a camera at the front door facing the walkway, a camera above the bbq facing the back patio, a camera above the north side yard facing the toy shed, a camera on the west side facing the alley, and a camera in the garage facing the alley.

Property Layout:
Level 1: Garage (Garage Dimensions: 8' H / 13' W / 16' D), kitchen, living room, half bath, electric fireplace, dining room, laundry room, front patio on the bay.
Level 2: Primary suite (King bed, soaking tub, shower, balcony, electric fireplace, 2 walk in closets, Roku TV), Guest bedroom 1 (queen), Guest bedroom 2 (queen), and Guest bath.
Level 3: Guest bedroom 3 (queen), Guest bedroom 4 (queen, TV), guest bedroom 5 (queen, TV), guest bath, second living area or "den" with TV, large balcony with spa and expansive views.

Mission Beach is a laid-back neighborhood whose 2 miles of sandy shores attract surfers, sunbathers and volleyball players. Locals and visitors alike enjoy the paved walking and biking paths that curl around Mission Bay, a popular spot for water sports and family beach days. Casual cafes and eateries line Mission Boulevard, the single road that runs between the Pacific Ocean and Mission Bay. Nearby Belmont Park has tons of dining and entertainment options for all ages in addition to the world-famous Mission Beach boardwalk and Giant Dipper Roller Coaster! Just blocks away from the ocean and bay, you’ll experience the best of the beach!

Be sure to check out all San Diego has to offer! You will find yourself centrally located in America’s Finest City with convenient access to the county's most excellent attractions including the world famous San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, Balboa Park, Seaport Village and Harbor, prestigious La Jolla, historic Gaslamp Quarter and much more. There are endless opportunities for fun and entertainment!

Taxis and the local bus system are readily available for your convenience, as well as bike rental shops up and down popular Mission Blvd. 2 parking spaces available inside garage, and one space outside of garage.

Pack n play provided. Pack n Play linens and bedding are not provided, please bring your own!

NO EVENTS ZERO TOLERANCE!
AGE RESTRICTIONS: Primary renter must be 25 years or older.

Long term renters of 21+ days additional rules apply:
Cleaning Fee is an additional $125
Utility cap of $125/week
Refundable Security Deposit $800

STR-04000L
Good Neighbor Policy: This home is surrounded by OWNER OCCUPIED homes. While we understand the Primary Renter and guests are on vacation, the home owners are not. Therefore, we respectfully request Primary Renter and Guests display behavior that is becoming of a typical neighborhood environment. Home owners across San Diego are banning together to eliminate the rentals of private homes as vacation homes. Please help us preserve our right to rent by being respectful neighbors.

NOISE/NO PARTIES: Quiet hours are strictly enforced, 10 pm – 8 am per city ordinance. This property has ZERO TOLERANCE for noise, parties or loud music which includes any excessive daytime noise, cursing, yelling or screaming. Fines will be applied for complaints. Drinking games of any kind ie: beer die, pong, funnels etc. and music that is audible past the property line are strictly prohibited. Immediate eviction can result if these rules are broken.

San Diego Municipal Code 59.5.0502 states that at all times; any amplified sound that can be heard 50 feet away from the rented residence is prohibited. Between 10 PM and 8 AM, even normal conversation must be moved inside the rented residence. Per SDMC 51.1004 and California Penal Code 415.2 noise violations can result in fines (Up to $1,000) for property owners and Renters if there are repeated calls for noise violations to one address. Renters will be liable for any and ALL noise violation fines charged to the property owner. Excessive Noise disruptions can result in immediate eviction without the right to a refund of rental fees or security deposits.

Drugs/ Alcohol: Use of illegal/illicit drugs by any Renter, Guest, Occupant or Visitor in or on the grounds is strictly prohibited. Consumption of alcoholic beverages by a minor under 21 years of age is strictly prohibited.

No Smoking of ANY kind: This is a non-smoking property, both in and on the property. A fee of $1,000.00 will be charged for violation of this rule, plus any costs incurred to remove smoke odor or damage. Smoking includes but is not limited to: cigarette, cigar, marajuana, cocaine, incense, or vaping. While Marajuana is legal in the state of California it is NOT allowed on this property.

Properties are subject to exterior patrol by our staff and homeowner. If Renters are causing a nuisance, having a party, acting detrimentally toward the property, breaking the noise curfew or any stated rules and regulations we reserve the right to terminate the rental agreement, without refund, and immediately remove Renters and guests from the property. Absolutely no disturbances are allowed within this home or anywhere on the property premises. We also reserve the right to refuse occupancy if a house party is suspected.

Our neighbors are very, very sensitive to vacation rentals as it affects their right to live in a peaceful environment therefore we will enforce these policies in exchange for the privilege of renting this home as a vacation rental. The City of San Diego has adopted stricter guidelines for vacation properties and bad operators will not be allowed to rent their homes. If the actions of the Renter and their guests are detrimental to our right to rent as a vacation rental we reserve the right to evict and retain any rental fees and/or security deposits and will report abuse to the rental platforms and will take legal action against Renter if their behavior results in loss of permits.

Guest Occupancy:
Occupancy: The maximum occupancy for this Rental Agreement shall not exceed the number stated on the reservation. Only primary Renter and guests accounted for on the reservation are allowed to be on the property.

Age Restrictions: Primary Renter must be 25 years or older. Guests must be 25 years or older. Parents and children excluded.

No Subletting: If Renter can not keep the reservation please alert us as soon as possible so we can assist in re-renting the unit. If the unit is not re-rented and at the rate of the current reservation Renter will not be refunded their rental fees.

If excessive cleaning is needed, Renter will be charged $100/hour, or actual charges, whichever is greater. If area carpets are excessively dirty after check out Renter will be charged a $300 fee for carpet cleaning or full replacement value PLUS any loss in rental income at $500/night.

NO DAILY MAID SERVICE: Daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. The cleaning fee referenced above shall be applied to the cleaning service after check out. If daily maid service is desired it can be arranged for an additional daily fee.

Missing or damaged items will be charged at full replacement cost. Guest is responsible for all damages.

Kitchen: Cooking at high temperatures can result in strong smells that permeates throughout the home and into the fabrics of the home. Excessive odors can come from, but not limited to, popcorn, fish, certain spices etc. Please open windows, use kitchen fans, and be mindful that this is a shared living space. Should a strong odor be detected upon check out, an air purifying fee will be applied.

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Property manager

Cindy Velasquez
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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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
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 STR-04000L, 603261

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Travelling with kids? Make time for San Diego Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Pechanga Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Belmont Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mission Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • SeaWorld - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Point - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Ballena, Luxury On The Bay! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mission Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Belmont Park, Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Mission Beach Boardwalk is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 75 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family vacation

This property is Awesome! Plenty of room for everyone and a great location on the bayside!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera Q.

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

Stunning property

We had family visiting from Toronto and this house was perfect for us. The location was perfect, the amenities were amazing and the bay views were the icing on the cake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Wonderful home!

Our entire family of three generations had a wonderful time at his house. The layout was perfect for all of us to have our own space. And the location on the Bay was perfect. Quiet but close to everything. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Bayside Perfection 🏝️

Perfect location Perfect service Perfect accommodations Perfect toys Perfect. Thank you 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla K.

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

Beautiful bayside home

Lovely location with beautiful views of the bay. Fun nonmotirized water crafts to use. Great spaces for gatherings. Very responsive hosts. Light and bright bedrooms. Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Amazing Property

The property is amazing! Our extended family of eleven spent the week there for Christmas. There were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms as well as 2 large living areas, decks on each of the 3 levels, kayaks, paddle boards, boogie boards, sand toys, a hot tub, the dining table could accommodate all of us at the same time, etc. The best part is that it was right on the bay so that the little kids could walk right out and play without having to drive somewhere or cross a street. Cindy was very responsive and quickly took care of some storm-related issues that affected the property and compensated us accordingly. We have spent time at 3 different properties in Mission Beach/Bay and by far this one was the best. We will likely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Perfect property for us!

This will be our first choice if we have another retreat in San Diego. Plenty of room for our group of ten. Unbelievable sunrise views each day. Fast and accommodating communication with property management. Five stars!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin K.

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

Great location & home

We were a group of women having a work retreat and had a great time at this property. The property manager was fast to respond and helpful. We really enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Wonderful home and location for all ages

We loved our week right on Mission Bay. The house was large and comfortable for everyone in our extended family. Our little ones were safe behind the gates while the adults enjoyed the beautiful view. The house was equipped with kayaks, paddle boards and everything we could possibly need at the beach. We definitely want a repeat!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna W., Sacramento, California

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

The house was fabulous! Enough room for everyone. The location was perfect! Amazing views.

It was very easy to rent this property. The property manager was responded timely and followed up during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

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

Great location for a larger family stay!

We had a great week! Everyone was comfortable and we had plenty of room to move about. The kitchen is well stocked and there are lots of beach necessities provided.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Y.

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

Awesome place!!!!

Right in the beach!!! Quite great place to stay!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Three Generation Family Vacation

The property was great and the location was perfect. We literally couldn't ask for anything different. The Bay offered warm calm waters for our four grandchildren, ages six to thirteen and the beach on the ocean side added some excitement w/ the waves. The property had an abundance of water toys and the house was outfitted w/ everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Wonderful place!

We had more than enough room. Great location and almost the best parking. We can't wait to rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

KC S.

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

Bliss at the Bay

What a amazing location and a home that has everything for our family of eleven! Steps to the bay waterline and a two block walk to the Ocean water line. Beautiful paths to walk right outside your patio or enjoy the view complete with decorated sailboats and fireworks (viewable from sea world show) during our Christmas Week Celebration Communication was excellent and we had a couple first day hiccups which were addressed in person immediately- great customer service! Note twin beds as pictured were now a full size - dissappointed the littles we had, but everything else is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Amazing weekend in Mission Beach

The house was perfect and as advertised. It accommodated our large group comfortably with easy access to the beach. The house was set up with everything you need for a great beach house vacation. We are already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

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

Flies were excessive

Need to invest in some kind of professional fly traps.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Best VRBO ever!

My family has stayed in many VRBO properties and this was the best that we have stayed. Everything was as advertised and the location was fabulous. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

The most clutch beach house on mission bay

Seriously.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Amazing!

We had such a wonderful time. Great Location, Super Clean Home, Very Responsive to Questions/Inquiries. We can't wait to return! Thanks so much for such a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

K H.

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

Wonderful home, great location

This property was fantastic and the location is perfect. The bay is a great calm spot for the kids to play in the sand and the paddle boards were a massive hit for everyone. Cindy the property manager was also fantastic. I would recommend the property to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Great Multi-generational Vacation!

Loved our stay! We were here the last weekend of March and had amazing weather! The house is filled with everything you could need; beach equipment, baby stuff, Roku on the tv, lots of clean towels and bedding. There is nightly fireworks at Sea World that reflect in the bay. So beautiful. We ordered groceries and food and the delivery guys all knew where to find the place. I did a ton of research and we definitely had the best vacation home on the water. The location is amazing. You are a block away from Starbucks, restaurants, the beach side, Belmont Park. We never drove anywhere except to visit Coronado one day. I loved the Bay side, a lot more quiet and less windy than the beach side. Definitely worth it. And check-in and check-out were a breeze. Great communication with the property manager. Would totally stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

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

The best!

We are local San Diegans with the advantage of knowing how wonderful our beach and bay are so believe me when I say you will not find a finer vacation home for a family stay. The home is beautiful and blessed with four (!) parking spaces. The sunrise and morning peace over Mission Bay is tonic for the soul. We had to postpone from January to March because of the coronavirus and Cindy could not have been more helpfully with the change. She has my eternal gratitude. This was beyond what we hoped for when we planned this family gathering. Memorable!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Beautiful house, great location!

The house was great for our families to stay while they were in town for our wedding.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Velasquez

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