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🌅HAPPYNEST DESIGNER CONDO🌅Steps 2 Beach&Crystal Pier!Panoramic Rooftop Views!

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Living room with HDTV and gas fireplace on 2nd floor
Sofas can comfortably seat 5 adults total. Can hold up to 600lbs max each.
Open concept layout is perfect for lifetime memories at the HappyNest!
Dining table expands to seat 8 people comfortably
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7130.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Crystal Pier
    9 min walk
  • Pacific Beach
    9 min walk
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches
    10 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    27 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 3 (The Cove)

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Master Suite 1 (The Wave)

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite 2 (The Landing)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

3rd Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

🌅HAPPYNEST DESIGNER CONDO🌅Steps 2 Beach&Crystal Pier!Panoramic Rooftop Views!

Located in the heart of Pacific Beach just three blocks from the shore and Crystal Pier in San Diego, California. HappyNest is a home away from home where memories are built to cherish a life time.

The name comes from the private rooftop patio NEST and the general HAPPY mood everyone is in when they visit the condo at the beach.

The fully remodeled 1400sqft HappyNest features three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, able to sleep up to 7 adults. A beautiful combination of travertine and walnut flooring will put your allergies at ease and set the mood for a relaxing vacation. HappyNest has a full kitchen, gas barbeque, dining area, as well as a spacious living area and private rooftop patio, each with a gas fireplace. The kitchen is fully equipped with granite countertops, a full size fridge, gas stove/oven, microwave, pots/pans, dishes/glasses/utensils, cooking/grilling utensils, wine bar. Pantry and fridge items are free to use.

Full size washer and dryer are located on the second floor of the condo.

Wireless internet and Netflix are included. Beach toys for your enjoyment are stored in the garage. Parking space located in rear of building. Sorry, no pets allowed.

When you stay at the HappyNest, you can leave your worries behind. Including your car! Endless beach activities including surfing, boogie boarding, roller blading, sailing, paddle boarding, rowing, wind surfing, kite surfing, fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, biking, people watching, (and if you're really adventurous...jet pack rentals in the bay!). Sprouts Grocery and countless restaurants and bars are within just a few steps of the door. This really is the PERFECT location for vacation.

Imagine spending the day on the beach listening to the sounds of the waves crashing on shore, the song of the sea gulls, or even surfing the day away. Then stopping for dinner at JRDN while watching the sunset. Walking back to the HappyNest through Garnet Avenue and grabbing a famous Baked Bear ice cream sandwich and finally reaching the NEST to enjoy the warm summer evening from the rooftop with a glass of wine or an ice cold beverage. This is normal daily life at the HappyNest! : )

Check out the links to see photos of HappyNest, fun activities in San Diego and Pacific Beach, condo availability, and guest testimonials.

We hope that you will enjoy the Nest as much as we do and come again soon!

Property manager

Jennifer and Stefano

Languages

English, Italian

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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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 612501, STR-01693L

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Pacific Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this condo is near theme parks. Fashion Valley Mall and Westfield UTC are worth checking out if shopping 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. 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

  • Crystal Pier - 9 min walk
  • Pacific Beach Park - 10 min walk
  • Mission Bay - 17 min walk
  • Mission Beach - 20 min walk
  • SeaWorld - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 4 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Bash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Daves Hot Chicken - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SD TapRoom - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌅HAPPYNEST DESIGNER CONDO🌅Steps 2 Beach&Crystal Pier!Panoramic Rooftop Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🌅HAPPYNEST DESIGNER CONDO🌅Steps 2 Beach&Crystal Pier!Panoramic Rooftop Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌅HAPPYNEST DESIGNER CONDO🌅Steps 2 Beach&Crystal Pier!Panoramic Rooftop Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌅HAPPYNEST DESIGNER CONDO🌅Steps 2 Beach&Crystal Pier!Panoramic Rooftop Views! located?

Located in the centre of San Diego, this family-friendly condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Crystal Pier and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay and Mission Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
Great hosts and a great place! would stay again- the hosts live in town and our highly responsive which is helpful for longer stays such as ours!
Stayed 35 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for San Diego vacation
Our family chose this home to spend Christmas together. House was well equipped with lots of space for our family of 6. It is located in a residential area just off the main business street in Pacific Beach. An easy walk to the beach (you can see the water from the rooftop seating area). Plenty of restaurants within walking distance and even groceries a block away. We also loved that we could walk to Mass for Christmas. Easy drive to anywhere in San Diego. Communication with hosts was easy. A nice surprise - you can see the Sea World fireworks from the roof every evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place
Everything as expected!! Loved the stay!
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erlend W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
We were five students living together in HappyNest and it worked out perfectly, even though the bedroom next to the living room didn't have a door attached. The condo was spacious, clean and well functioning, and the rooftop patio featured some great views over Pacific Beach. It was also convenient having our own parking space outside, as well as a garage storage. However, the best thing was definitely the location, with everything you need situated within few minutes by foot. Would easily recommend this place!

10/10 Excellent

Greg I., Grand Junction, CO

The best of "The Nest"
Stayed for a month at this wonderful townhouse in a great location in Pacific Beach, CA. Working with the owners was seamless and they were very responsive to our requests. They even bought and installed a Roku so that we could have more selection of TV channels and streaming services. The property has its own parking space which is a bonus in this area as parking is at a premium. The property itself was well provisioned for a lengthy stay and having access to bicycles was a bonus. This unit is well positioned for a family with children although it was just the two of us staying there for the month. In conclusion we would highly recommend this property for its setup and proximity to the beach, shopping, and numerous restaurants as well as having great owners to work with 👍
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn E., Biot, France

Perfect location, comfortable place
I spent 6 weeks here with two other roommates for 5 weeks during a summer course and then a final week with my preschool aged boys, my husband and my father. My roommates and I loved the location - the house is so close to the beach and all the restaurants and life in Pacific Beach. We also had the ability to remain private when we needed to study because of the three story layout. When my family came, it was fantastic for the boys to play in the ocean and just walk back to the house, hose off at the garage and then get dressed to do something else. It was so easy! I personally stayed in the lower room for the first 5 weeks and the upper room for the final one. The house was remarkably quiet at night for such a hopping area, contrary to what some other reviewers said. I am from a major city, and San Diego is a major city, so I expect some noise. I loved running along the beach and up through La Jolla, leaving right from the front door. There’s a few shops right off the street this condo is on and next to the beach to rent surfboards, so you can easily partake in the gentle, friendly surfing here. The owners were extremely responsive to all our needs. When a toilet started running, I messaged the owners and they came over within an hour and had it fixed right away. If my family were to stay in Pacific Beach again, we definitely would stay here!
Stayed 36 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stefan C.

Fantastic experience
We were four students from Norway living here for 5 months and we really enjoyed our stay. The place is fantastic located with 5 minutes walking distance to the beach, and right next to the main street with all the restaurants and bars (Garnet). The house is in good condition with a nice layout, and comfortable rooms. The best part about the house is definitely the roof top terrace, where we enjoyed several hours during our stay. Jennifer and Stefano are fantastic hosts and live right nearby which is very convenient if there should be any problems with the house. They are also super friendly and helpful if you need any assistance during your stay. I would really recommend this listing to everyone!
Stayed 166 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Lovely place near the beach and the heart of Pacific Beach
We stayed there for 4 months and it was a lovely place to stay. Jennifer and Stefano was very friendly and took care of anything in the house. There was various of space for us six people who stayed there and it was a wonderful home. They came with supplies when there was need for it and took care of anything. There was also bikes available for the whole stay. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to stay near the beach and close to the bars and restaurant.
Stayed 98 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maren P.

Amazing condo close to Pacific beach
We had 6 wonderful months in this condo. We were 5 girls studying abroad for one semester and this apartment was perfect. Quiet area but at the same time you have bars, restaurants and shops just meters away from the condo. We had one of the best apartments among the students and the neighbours were so kind. Pacific beach is a short walk from the condo, just a few blocks. If you walk straight to Pacific beach and then take a right you have mission beach were the Universities are having their surfing lessons. Pacific beach is also a good surfing area and also a nice beach just to relax or if you want to play volleyball. The condo had bicycles available and we had so many beautiful biking trips to Mission bay. Perfect for nice walks, jogging, longboarding, roller skaters and more. There are also many good resturants in the area. Mission beach which is the neighbour beach also had many good lunch places. Jennifer and Stefano was so helpful and went by if we had any problems. The washing machine was a little different from the ones in Norway but Jennifer came by just to show us how to use it. If we had any questions we contacted them and they were happy to help. The condo also had everything we needed from kitchen tools to bed sheets. Beach towels was available, detergent, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, cofee, tea and more. Overfall we had a fantastic stay and I would love to stay in this apartment again!
Stayed 40 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Amazing long-term stay
My family and I stayed at Happy Nest for the entire month of July, 2016. The trip was a combination of work and play for me and all play for my wife and two kids (10 and 12). I was looking for a place that would provide a good work-environment as well as a well-located (beach, restaurants, etc.), comfortable, fun space for our family and we got it all. We felt like we were really at a home away from home, which I have rarely experienced during my many years of travel around the world. HappyNest is a newly remodeled, roomy condo that really has it all, including a private rooftop patio, fireplaces (on rooftop too), full kitchen, barbeque, central living area, full size washer and dryer, wireless internet, Netflix, private parking space and they even had boogie boards and chairs for the beach. Despite the busy surrounding area, Happy Nest is a quiet environment where you feel that you stepped away from lively Pacific Beach atmosphere, but are still you are only a block to all of the activity on Garnett and three blocks from the beach and Crystal Pier. Thus it fits both a semi-reclusive lifestyle (we spent entire days lounging around the townhouse) and a full-on touristy experience (bars, restaurants, bicycling, beach, etc.). The location is very well situated between downtown San Diego and the great towns up the coast with easy access to Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, La Jolla, Del Mar, etc. Jennifer and Stefano were great hosts and helped make the entire experience wonderful and full of life-long memories. Thank you!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eva F.

The best vacation rental yet!
What can i say other than the house was beautiful, the owners were amazing and the area was fantastic! We liked it so much we're coming back again. I can't recommend the place highly enough. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

William P.

Good location
Generally this was a good rental for us with everything in the condo in good working condition. Close enough to the ocean which is about a five (5) block walk, many different restaurants and a grocery store within a block. We were out everyday walking or touring around San Diego. Bus service is just out the door, downtown San Diego about a ½ hour ride. We were five adults, the single adult slept in the bottom bunk bed which was fine. We do not think the unit is equipped to accommodate any more than five (5) adults comfortably. The few negative things we encountered were: no a/c or ceiling fans and poor (slow) Internet service which locked up watching the only thing on the television “Netflix” (make sure you have data on your devise). We kept the windows opened to dissipate some of the heat, but the trade off was a lot of noise at night from the young people partying, the noise did diminish sometime after midnight. The lighting in the dining area could be improved, maybe LED bulbs?
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Great rental and location
We stayed at the condo for 5 nights in August while visiting the area. It was me and my husband, plus over the weekend one other friend (adult). The two masters were wonderful for our needs, but we could also see a family using the space very well. We loved the location (walking distance to Pacific Beach) and the layout of the condo. Plus everything was very clean including the washer and dryer, which we were very happy to see after an extended road trip! The location in general was very convenient for all the activities and family time we had planned for our visit, and it was a bonus to be able to walk to the beach. We have already recommended this rental to friends and will certainly look to stay here again next time we are visiting San Diego.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Joan B.

San Diego Vacation
Air Conditioning would have been nice, it was very hot. Had all windows open and fans going. The wind kept blowing the blinds and they clanked. Very noisy. Regular TV stations to follow the news in the world would have been nice. Only Netflix was available. There was no TV in the upstairs bedroom, only the Living room area. Which was small also. The outside area upstairs was very deceiving from the picture we saw online. The furniture and cushions did not look appealing and the area was very small.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Elissa E., Mandeville

Very nice rental.
We found the condo to be very nice and the owners very accommodating and easy to work with. It is located near grocery stores, many restaurants and a reasonably short walk to the beach with our 3 and 4.75 year olds. A number of yummy and unique restaurants surrounded us. We were able to use a car service from the airport and have a good visit without having to rent a car. The only surprise was that the area is geared toward college age kids so it was fairly raucous outside at night. Some ear plugs fixed that! It was a bonus to watch the impressive fireworks from sea world every night from the rooftop deck. We enjoyed our stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oktay S.

Excellent experience
I would like to say it was unexpected excellent. House clean an comfortable with all facilities. Location very close to the beach, all restaurants and Seaworld. Owner Jennifer so helpful and great. I strongly recommend this house to stay in San Diego.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shelley K.

Wonderful Stay
We spent 6 nights at the condo in June and it was wonderful. We have rented from VRBO many times and have never had all the basics provided. It was nice not to have to run out and get toilet paper, dish soap and shampoo the day you arrive. The location was very good. We were able to walk to the beach, restaurants and stores. The only negative and this was only because we had our three teenagers with us was that the WIFI was not the best. Didn't bother my husband and I at all in fact we kind of liked it!!!!!! I would recommend this condo to friends and family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Another wonderful stay.
Perfect location and great setup for our two kids. It was nice not having to bring cribs or high chair. Check out the preferred restaurant list, you will not be disappointed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janelle M.

A home away from home vacation!
This condo is a great place to relax and enjoy the beach and great restaurants within walking distance. It had everything we needed to enjoy a great vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce & Elisa H., Mapleton, Utah

Perfect Vacation Spot!
The Happy Nest is in the perfect location. Within a short walking distance to mission beach. Everything you could need is within a few blocks. (Groceries, restaurants, the beach). The owners were great to work with and prompt in answering any questions we had. When we discovered one of their bikes had a flat they brought a replacement within the hour. The whole experience of staying at the Happy Nest was a positive for us. This was one of the best vacations our family of 7 ( 2 adults 5 children ages 3-14) has had in a long time. No hesitations. . . We will stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

louis S.

granddad
Excellent condition, walking distance to beach, groceries and restaurants, all necessary amenities, rooftop patio.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mia C.

Fantastic time in San Diego
This house was perfect for our family and we enjoyed our stay enormously. The property is clean, well planned and well kept. It is walking distance to the beach and 2 grocery stores, restaurants and shops. Loved that the beach towels & bikes were provided. The owners and the property management were super helpful when I needed some extra help. Love to go back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Candace L., Toronto, Ontario Canada

Fun Fun Fun!
What a perfect place to stay for families visiting San Diego! The location is close to the beach and lots of great restaurants as well as Trader Joe's for snacks and food. Our favorite restaurant was Caffe Bella Italia. The place itself is very clean and has 3 bedrooms, all on separate floors, which is great for those that want to stay together but also want a bit a privacy. If you have trouble with stairs this may not be for you. Having Netflix was a great plus as well. What really blew me away though was the property management and owners. We came in quite late on the night of our arrival and had a problem getting in and the owners were super quick to respond and take care of the problem. Amazing! The only thing I would say is the description mentioned a jogging stroller and there is an umbrella stroller for your use, so if you envision yourself jogging by the beach with your little one in the borrowed stroller, you will be disappointed. We were fine with the umbrella stroller and I think the average family would be too. Anyway, all and all, we couldn't ask for more. Would love to go back soon! Highly recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

San Diego First Timers
The HappyNest is exactly as it is described .. luxury. We arrived at 9:30pm exhausted from a day of travel and were happy to find our beds already made and ready for sleep. If you are looking to stay in an area that is within walking distance to food, the beach, groceries, then HappyNest is the place to stay. Among the many amenities - linens and towels were provided along complimentary coffee and free wi-fi. Beach towels, blankets and bikes were also available along with boogie boards that the grandkids enjoyed. We would absolutely stay there again on our next visit.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

Kudos from Wisconsin Family
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home. We had 5 adults (3 are between ages 17 - 25). It was so clean, modern, and tastefully decorated. Very inviting and warm. Nice touches throughout. We enjoyed the roof-top view as well, especially on July 4. This is in an excellent location between Mission Bay and La Jolla. We appreciated having the boogie boards and bikes. Great place. Would definitely stay there again.

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer and Stefano

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We are a local Pacific Beach family who absolutely LOVE the neighborhood. We purchased the property as our personal vacation retreat and fell in love with the area so much that we decided to permanently move here and share our HappyNest with the rest of the world! Sharing happiness is good karma.

Why they chose this property

Pacific Beach is the best beach neighborhood. It is less expensive and more dynamic than La Jolla and much more fun and beautiful than Mission Beach. It is centrally located and very close to Sail Bay, so close that we include it in our daily evening walk. PB is very vibrant, with endless restaurants and bar and a stimulant night life. All the main San Diego attractions are within short distance, and there is always something interesting to do for every age group.

What makes this property unique

When you stay at the HappyNest you can forget about driving. Beach, bay, grocery stores, restaurants, bars, shopping, drugstores, are all within steps from the property. You can also enjoy public transportation or the Uber and Lyft services that covers the area.

Languages:

English, Italian
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