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Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!

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The cottage is the east unit on the ground-level of our three-unit building.
Two separate twin cottages sit side-by-side. This unit is the east cottage.
Entrance into courtyard patio from the sidewalk.
View from the sidewalk. Two great seating areas to choose from, morning & night.
Al fresco dining right outside your front door.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches
    1 min walk
  • Mission Beach
    2 min walk
  • Belmont Park
    10 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!

Tropical Retreat is now a monthly rental which means rates are lower per night so your vacation can be longer and in the same price range you would spend for a typical summer stay. One level, ground floor with a private patio, just 60 steps to the sand! Boardwalk and is just steps away from the sunset every night! Excellent location close to Belmont Park and within walking distance of all the attractions and eateries! This is a great value and very close to the beach, just steps away from the boardwalk. You will love our location. Only three doors to the shore, near the corner of Ocean Front Walk and Dover Court. Bright and sunny cottage-style unit with a big patio area and covered parking. We have two of these cottages sitting side by side. See photos that show two of each room and click on the map to see how close we are to the surf! Our Sandcastle is located on the beach OCEAN side of Dover Court in South Mission Beach, just 3 blocks south of Belmont Park. Enjoy grilling and dining while just steps away from the deep blue sea, the boardwalk, the beach, and the surf! Close to the action, yet quiet and relaxing for a peaceful stay. Your kids can play in the ocean right in front of lifeguard tower #12 in the summer months which is located right out on the beach where you will set up your day at the beach! Extra guests will enjoy the quality Sofa Sleeper in the living room, always a favorite place to sleep with the open beam ceilings and TV. The sofa sleeper is full-sized. This one-bedroom can comfortably sleep up to four. Lots of windows give this beach house character and a beach cottage feel. We love our furry family, but please leave your pets at home. We have a strict no pet-policy to keep our homes clean and allergy-free for all guests! The Famous roller coaster at Belmont park, local grocery markets, and oceanfront dining are all within a 2 to 3-block walk. Lots of bike, kayak, surfboard, and sailboat rentals are all nearby. Plenty of boogie boards and sand toys are available at the property for guest use. We have a guest laundry room with multiple washers and dryers that will help you pack lightly. Carport parking is covered and semi-enclosed. Check out all of the extra photos! Compare with others! This is the best value in Mission Beach! We would love to have you visit us! Activities nearby: Golf, Tennis, Theme Park Amusement Park, Zoo/Wildlife Park, Shopping, Sightseeing, Restaurants, Kayaking, Sailing, Boating, Water skiing, Para-sailing, Jet Skiing, Shelling, Swimming, Snorkeling/Diving, Surfing, Windsurfing, Biking, Wildlife Viewing, Fishing, Fitness Center/Gym, Health/Beauty Spa, Racquetball, Basketball Court, Antiquing, Cinemas/Movie Theaters, Live Theatre, Museums, Horseshoes, Miniature golf, Hot Air Balloons Keywords: South Mission Beach, GROUND FLOOR, PATIO

Property manager

Sharon Rose Davis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
No smoking anything anywhere on site!
Noise Curfew in Mission Beach Area is 10 PM

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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 in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. Travelling with kids? Don't miss San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. 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 - 2 min walk
  • Belmont Park - 10 min walk
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Mission Bay - 5 min drive
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Retreat! Just steps to the surf & sunsets! located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Geoffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two Month Stay
Convenient to the Beach!
Stayed 60 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation in July
Great place, great patio and perfect location to ocean, bay, restaurants and shopping. Parking is also easy which is key when at the beach!!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun stay
It was really good. We had some difficulties with parking when the maintenance people were there. Other than that it was great. It really is so close to the beach and shops. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa m., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We had a great time in this condo. It was a great location and very clean. It had everything we needed. The fact that there was parking is a HUGE plus. It is tight for larger vehicles but the other people that stayed in the condo were gracious enough to work together and everyone fit perfectly!!! We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanna U.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very Cute for Couple getaway
The home is very cute for a couple. We are a family of four with small littles and it was too crowded for us. It’s a perfect location though! The house has very thin walls so you can hear everything from the rental above and to the side. The pull out couch was very springy but they had extra blankets that we were able to use to pad it. The home wasn’t very clean. The dishes had food residue, the toilet had caked up residue around the hood hinges, the floor didn’t seem like it was swept or mopped, and we kept finding random hair on the bathroom mat and towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S., Grantsville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach House
Great property, nice and clean easy access to the beach with parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay at the beach
This is a compact beach vacation cottage, not fancy or plush but comfortable. Close to the beach for walks and just a short walk to some nice dinners. Plenty roomy enough for two people. Very good king bed, and we slept well. Good shower and nice towels. They had a good Wi-Fi connection, which was needed as our Verizon cell phone service was bad (not owners fault). The walls are thin, however. Our neighbors were not sharing secrets, otherwise we might have learned them. A little noisy overhead. Thankfully, they quieted down at night. (And everyone in the neighborhood was wonderfully friendly.) Unit had a nice stove and fridge (I like to cook vacation breakfasts). So overall good. However, several little things could have made it more enjoyable. They did not leave enough dishwasher soap to run all our loads. Similarly, the clothes washer outside only had one laundry pod. The umbrella on the patio really needed some maintenance and oil, and was quite a chore to put up. Little things, but it detracted from what the unit could have been. Still, overall good place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Randy Russell Overland Park Kansas
We had a fantastic stay in SanDiego at Mission Beach! My boys loved the beach house and proximity to the beach boardwalk and Belmont park. Highly recommended for a spring break or family vacation in San Diego!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Close to beach
Small bathroom need to add a rubber Matt in shower. Parking is very tight! So small car suggested. Owner very helpful. A luggage stand would be good to add.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Thanks for letting me stay, loved the house and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, small rental
We loved being so close to the beach, and the outdoor patio would have been amazing but the weather did not cooperate. This is a great rental for a couple, but it is very small and the mattress on the sofa bed is badly in need of replacement. This neighborhood is super fun, especially with the beach path so close by. We saw dolphins and whales from the pathway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint
We enjoyed staying here. It was close to the beach and restaurants. The owner was quick to respond to us with a minor issue and we appreciated that very much. We highly recommend this little bungalow. Hopefully be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome getaway
Perfect location just off the beach. Easy access everywhere we wanted to go and couldn't ask for more. Would definitely stay here again and the ability to book more of the house would be a great bonus with a group.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M., Lodi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place for quick weekend getaway.
We really enjoyed our time here
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as Expected
Start to finish was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ying Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy space
Love the parking space and locations of this property. I didn’t read all the information carefully so end up having to but shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion. They do y provide of that. The parking space is great but small.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Had a lovely week stay. Accommodation as listed and was great for us. Close to the beach and easy access to San Diego attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to beach, easy to walk to markets and restaurants
Nice little spot with all the necessities . My only recommendation is if you are a light sleeper bring earplugs because you hear the planes flying overhead starting early in the morning
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, short walk to beach
Perfect for two! Nice and quiet. Nice selection of restaurants close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
This vintage style beach cottage is so close to South Mission Beach, and just a few blocks to Belmont Park, restaurants and little convenience shops. It was a very comfortable stay, with just a few things needing a refresh at this point in the season. The king size bed was comfortable. The bathroom has a nice size shower. It just took several minutes to get hot water which felt a bit wasteful. The kitchen is well stocked with dishware, glasses and cookware. The dedicated parking space was tight as all seem to be, and was very much appreciated. We were able to get a Chrysler Pacifica in the space, so quite doable. There is a great outside courtyard/patio as is typical for cottages in the area. We enjoyed watching the sunsets every evening, and once enjoyed dinner at the Cannonball on their rooftop space at sunset. I understand the owner has multiple properties in a row and it would work great for an extended family or groups of friend to rent multiple units being able to gather together and retreat to their own space. This might be something our extended family could do in the future! Owner/property manager was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Beach Vaca
This property was great! Very close to Mission Beach and a nice walk to nearby amenities. Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Location is perfect, 30 second walk to beach. Everything you need to cook is in the unit. Comfortable furnishings. The only negative would be the lack of closet and dresser space. No place to put clothing that would normally go in a dresser. A suggestion would be to get rid of the little desk area in the bedroom, remove the nik nacks on the shelving there as thy are not necessary. Cute but not needed. Make that space shelving to put your clothing on.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach getaway
Great place to enjoy the beach life! The patio hangout areas of all the houses in the area are especially great if you like to be social and see people coming and going. Steps to the boardwalk and beach, and all the entertainment and food around Belmont Park. Very nice place for a couple to relax for awhile!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mission Beach
Perfect size for myself and teenage son very near the beach and lots of things to do. No AC so was pretty warm at night but the ocean is very close if you need to cool off.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sharon Rose Davis

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We are a playful family of five! We love enjoying the beach at sunset with our kids and teaching them all about seaside living. Our best memories are made in the ocean air!

Why they chose this property

Work hard, play hard! We love the beach and decided this was a perfect combination of both. The stage is always set for relaxation here in South Mission!

What makes this property unique

We are so close to the boardwalk and ocean front surf! The quaint walkway is so nice and like a little beach village. The spacious patio has a great vibe for grilling and chilling after a day in the sun. The covered parking spot is right outside your door at the rear of the property with alley access.

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English

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