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One of a Kind! Extra-large (Over 3200 sq.ft.) Perfect Family Retreat!

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Ocean views from living, dining & kitchen areas.
Spacious living area
Open floor plan with ocean front dining
Penthouse deck with seating around fire table & gas BBQ
Guest bedroom/office that folds up into a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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San Diego, CA
  • Mission Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mission Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 4

1 Single Murphy Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Penthouse Bedroom/Office

1 Queen Bed

Penthouse Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Penthouse Master Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Guest Quarters En Suite Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Guest Quarters - Hall Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Penthouse Hall Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

One of a Kind! Extra-large (Over 3200 sq.ft.) Perfect Family Retreat!

Truly the best of two worlds, luxury and comfort combine seamlessly in this custom high-end, 5-bedroom 4-bath, 2-level, penthouse & second-story gem. From the moment you enter and step beyond the skylight-bright and unique atrium-foyer, you cannot help but exclaim over the spacious, well-appointed and inviting world that awaits your special getaway.
This very large, bicoastal beauty combines an upscale, east coast waterfront-aesthetic with casual, comfortable living in the west coast style. With its panoramic ocean views, incredible spaciousness, sophisticated & upscale-yet-comfy amenities, and so much more, this is a property like no other in Mission Beach!
Professionally remodeled with no expenses spared, which created a unique and very successful combination of what had originally been 2 separate condominiums into one unbelievable, 2-story home, which is perfect for multiple or extended families.
The main living spaces occupy the 3rd floor penthouse, which also includes three of the bedrooms and two of the baths, the master bath having been featured in a 2011 Kitchen and Bath Ideas magazine article shortly after the property was completely renovated.
With an oceanfront living room that comfortably seats ten, and with plenty of deep-seating around a gaslit- granite stone fire pit/coffee table on its oceanfront balcony, the penthouse level is sure to captivate every member of your party in the kind of warm, casually elegant embrace that can only result in vacation memories to last a lifetime.
Perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing with family and friends, the large, skylit chef’s kitchen and its huge center island with bar seating and adjacent, balcony-front dining room, are sure to become a favorite gathering spot for all. Whether enjoying a meal prepared with the Wolf professional 6-burner range, Dacor microwave oven, and more, or simply toasting another great day together in Mission Beach, the open floor plan with its sweeping ocean views ensures plenty of space for gathering together in relaxed comfort and style.
Designer touches abound in the spacious master suite, with its double-door entry, private elevator, king bed, floor-to-ceiling windows capturing ocean views and breezes and embracing a cozy sitting area for two, balcony, custom built-in cabinetry, large flat screen TV and media center. Relax in the sitting area, or truly indulge yourself in the magazine-featured master bath, with its deep soaking tub that rests in a windowed alcove overlooking the beach, and so much more. Offering the luxuries of a hotel combined with the comforts home, it truly doesn’t get any better than this!
Another world awaits as you descend the interior staircase to the 2nd floor “pirate suite”, or guest quarters so named for its playful designer touches, reminiscent of old wooden sailing ships and characters of a bygone era. But high-end features and amenities continue to unfold here as well, as you move into the oceanfront living spaces with private balcony, large ocean view sitting room with pop-up TV cabinet, raised table with view for 6.
Private spaces on this floor include a second master suite and an additional sleeping room and bath. As in the penthouse, the master bath on this floor was also featured in Bed and Bath Ideas magazine, and both bathrooms on this floor also include spacious walk-in showers with multiple sprayer options, heated towel racks and heated floors. The second sleeping room includes a daybed with trundle.
With its stand-alone amenities, the pirate suite is the perfect adjunct solution for larger gatherings of family or close friends.
Each floor has its own laundry facilities, and convenient parking divided between a 1-car tandem garage and a 1-car parking pad & outside private elevator that leads up to the master bedroom suite.
Both floors of this one-of-a-kind vacation rental boast top of the line amenities and creature comforts throughout, including:
Comfortably luxurious oceanfront living at its finest.
Custom interior professionally designed and appointed.
High-end appliances, fixtures and finishes throughout
Remote-controlled custom solar and privacy shades or blinds throughout
Custom lighting controls throughout
Numerous skylights throughout
Plenty of storage throughout
Penthouse:
Living Area:
Bright and spacious atrium entry/foyer
Huge living room seats 10
Large entertaining balcony with upholstered outdoor seating for 8 around a large fire pit table
Kitchen:
WOLF stainless steel 6-burner professional range
WOLF stainless steel professional vent hood
Bosch dishwasher
Sub-Zero paneled refrigerator/freezer
Extra-large dining and entertaining island
Large walk-in pantry
Kitchen Island:
Dacor microwave drawer and warming drawer
Sub-Zero under-counter beverage cooler
Seating for 4
Dining:
Seats 10
Breakfast Nook:
Seats 3
First Bedroom/Office:
Ocean view, queen wall-bed, built-in wardrobe and storage closet, drawers and desk area
Hallway:
Whirlpool Duet stacked washer and dryer.
Spiral staircase to guest quarters
Built-in storage
Gas furnace
Hall Bath:
Walk-in style with rain shower-style shower head and handheld wand
Master Bedroom:
Spacious, with double-door entry, private elevator, king bed, ocean view, balcony, sitting area and custom built-in cabinetry, shelves, large TV and media center.
Dressing Room:
Large cabinetry-lined, walk-in closet & dressing area off Master Bath, private from bedroom, with large skylight that brings in lots of light.
Master Bath:
Featured in a 2011 Kitchen and Bath Ideas magazine article, this bathroom features a deep soaking tub with a view of the beach; a Carrera marble-topped vanity with double sinks and ample counter space; a large Carrera shower room with rain shower, showerhead, handheld wand and built-in bench & bidet toilet.
Second Bedroom:
Ocean view with queen bed
Large closet with storage
2ND FLOOR: Guest Quarters:
Raised table, seats 6
Family Room:
Oceanfront balcony, ocean view
Hallway:
Custom built-in cabinetry
Gas furnace
Whirlpool Duet stacked washer and dryer.
Hall Bath:
Large shower with built-in bench, additional handheld shower wand, towel warming rack and heated floor.
First Sleeping room:
Daybed with trundle
Large dresser and closet
Master Sleeping room:
King bed
Wall mounted TV
Built-in wardrobe closets and drawers
4-drawer, cedar-lined dresser
Master Bath:
Equally as impressive as the penthouse master bath, this bath features an extra-large, walk-in style shower with 2 shower heads, two sinks set in a large vanity with ample counter space, private toilet compartment, heated towel rack and heated floor.

Property manager

Rebecca Gerhardt
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Hot tub
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Washer
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Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Comfortable and elegant for families.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
The HOA rules do not allow pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property grounds.
Owner requests that children not be allowed to use elevator.

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
Property Registration Number STR-01987L, 519038

We should mention

A car is not required 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 on the beach. Seaport Village 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. Check out an event or a game at Pechanga Arena, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. 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 and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mission Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mission Bay - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 4.9 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.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪World Famous - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is One of a Kind! Extra-large (Over 3200 sq.ft.) Perfect Family Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One of a Kind! Extra-large (Over 3200 sq.ft.) Perfect Family Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One of a Kind! Extra-large (Over 3200 sq.ft.) Perfect Family Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is One of a Kind! Extra-large (Over 3200 sq.ft.) Perfect Family Retreat! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mission Beach holiday home is just steps away from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen O.

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

Great house

Location was great. Got to watch dolphins playing from the living room. Area was quiet but easy to walk on boardwalk to restaurants and activities. House big enough for 7 adults and 5 small children. We had a great time and would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Best beach house!

The whole family loves this beach house! It’s a perfect set up for families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal B.

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

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad s.

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

Mission Beach Beauty

We love this property, it's our Mission Beach go to! Property is perfect for a large group and has amazing upgrades. Property Manager Rebecca is amazing to deal with and always makes our trip more enjoyable, We will for sure stay here again...
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne T.

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

Family Vacation

LOVED IT
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Christmas gift

We enjoyed our stay. The house was wonderful and well stocked with pots and pans the view spectacular. The host was easy to get to and responded quickly for any concerns would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will F.

Highly recommended VRBO!

Our family of 7 had an incredible experience. Location is perfect. Within 10 miles of San Diego airport and 6 miles of Old Town Transit Center. We took the Amtrak Pacific Liner to Los Angeles one day. Property has all the amenities one could ask for. You can watch your children playing on the beach through the floor to ceiling windows in the living and dining rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzy B.

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

Oceanfront Oasis

What an amazing property. Our family of 8 enjoyed our 8 day stay at this amazing property. The inside is gorgeous and had more than enough room for all our guests (we originally booked for 10 but 2 couldn’t make it). The location is perfect, right in central mission beach which makes for an easy walk to both ends of the boardwalk for restaurants and shops. The house has many amenities from heated bathroom floors to a house wide speaker system. Our teens loved the bikes and fun games provided. Cooking was easy with two ovens in the upstairs kitchen and lots of other amenities for foodies. The permanent neighbors in this complex were also very kind to us! We loved our stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Mission Beach Two story condo

Overall the place was great. Right on the boardwalk on Mission Beach. The pluses were - 1. Wonderful living room over looking the ocean 2. Deck also with a gas powered fire place right on the ocean 3. Kitchen had strong appliances, 4. There is an elevator that takes you to the third floor which was a big plus with luggage and groceries. 5. Easy walk to restaurants and cafes. 6.Rebecca, the host was very attentive. Deltas - 1. When we arrived there was some dust on the floor (not bad, I think the unit was vacant for a while) 2. The lighting controls were a little complicated for us and took some figuring out. Again overall the place was fabulous.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Family Vacation

We booked this property as a family vacation to celebrate several milestone events occurring in 2022. With 6 adults and 3 small children, this property was ideal and spacious. Along with the premium location overlooking and just steps from the beach, the property was within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and Belmont Park. There were so many amenities to the property - ultra comfy beds, high end electronics, heated tile floors and towel racks in bathrooms, rain shower heads, fire pit on the upper patio, beach and bike gear, 2 car tandem parking + garage parking for a smaller car, telescope, and dolphin watching. We will never forget the penthouse door chime and all agree we always remember our stay when we hear the song. The property manager, Rebecca, was another highlight of our stay. She was attentive, accommodating and so helpful that we felt she became a member of our family. If we have the option to return to San Diego, we would rent this property if available in a heartbeat.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn B., Kirkland, Washington

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

Awesome stay!

The house is perfect for 2 families to have both togetherness and separation, and well appointed as well. And the views are absolutely stunning!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Family Winter Vacation

Absolutely perfect location and property on Mission Beach! Stayed from after Christmas through the New Year with my wife, young adult children and significant others (10 total). Everyone loved the home and location! Would absolutely recommend to anyone considering the Mission Beach area, which is very centrally located to everything in the greater San Diego area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Family Christmas Vacation

This was the perfect home for 8 adults and 3 children. The kitchen was well-equipped, the bedrooms were sizable and the family room fit all eleven of us for movie night! If you need a crib, high chair or baby toys, contact babysaway.com. They were wonderful as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stella K.

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

Perfect vacation with in-laws, teens and their friends!

This property is loaded with gears for teens (4 bikes, peddle boards, boogie boards), and kids beach toys too! We enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, and lots board games for the family time at night. Two bedrooms downstairs is a perfect unit for teens to hang out. Plenty of parking spaces which is a huge plus in this neighborhood. We will be back again! Thank you for everything, Rebecca!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great time

We had a great time at the property! The property manager was very helpful. This house had all the bells and whistles and the location was amazing. There was only one issue we encountered; we couldn't get the oven to work, however, it could have been operator error as the tech in this house is high-end. There were plenty of other kitchen tools we were able to use so it didn't take away from our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Perfect beach getaway

This is a terrific property for a beach getaway. The unit has a great surround sound music system and a fire pit on the patio. A new Webber grill was delivered at the start of the stay, which was great. Rebecca, the property manager, couldn’t have been nicer in assisting us before and during our stay. This is a 5 star place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vito L.

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

Mission Beach again!

This was our second year in a row coming to this property and everything was great as usual! During these crazy times and the concerns around having some flexibility in case the pandemic got worse, Rebecca (property manager) was excellent and very understanding of the situation! She was the ultimate professional and we really appreciated her flexibility! I would recommend this house as it is in a great area with plenty to do and a pretty good sized beach a ways from the crowds! We look forward to visiting again in the near future!

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Best Family Vacation Spot!

We gave been vacationing at this property for 3 years. We bring our kids and grandkids and we have the most wonderful memories of this beach house. It is beautifully updated and decorated. The 5 bedrooms are large and comfortable. along with the 4 bathrooms. The master suite is amazing! There is plenty of room to spread out (we are a party of 12) between the two floors. The ocean views are gorgeous and panoramic! There are views from most rooms. The kitchen is well stocked and has top of the line appliances. The open concept floor plan in the living/kitchen area is perfect for family gatherings. The balconies on both floors are wonderful...and we gather in the penthouse balcony every evening after the kids are asleep and enjoy the sound of waves and the warmth of the fire pit. Beach access is so easy, and the outdoor shower perfect. Also having 3 parking spaces is such a plus. The property manager, Rebecca, is absolutely fabulous! She promptly responds to any questions or issues, and is such a pleasure to work with. In summary, this is the most perfect beach house!

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

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

Exceeded expectations!

This oceanfront Mission Beach property is beautiful. It has views from its deck and living room that are endless. It is spacious and accommodated nicely our large family with 5 bedrooms. The boardwalk in front was a lot of fun as was having the beach steps away. Though the property is in a congested area, we didn't feel crowded. The views look beyond the boardwalk to the beach and sea. The sound of the ocean waves was therapeutic. We absolutely loved this place and would rent it again. The property is first class in every way.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

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

Mission Beach House

This is a beautiful house with amazing beach front views. The top floor balcony with the fire place is where we spent most of our time. The location is ideal with many places to eat close by. Rebecca was total sweetheart and very responsive. Thank you for the wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vito L.

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

Great!

We had a great time! Perfect for our family of 10! The property manager, the area and the house were awesome! Even the doorbell ring was great! We will book this place again in the future and we look forward it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

EILEEN M.

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

Family Vacation

We were a party of 9, which included 3 children. This was our second time to rent this beautiful home on the beach. We all love coming to San Diego and this is a gem on Mission Beach. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to cook for the family.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anita S., Los Angeles

Best rental we have ever stayed in!

Stunning views, very spacious and clean, beautifully appointed rooms, abundant supplies for cooking, cleaning, dining, beach-going. Convenient parking. I know this area well, and would rent this house again without hesitation Thank you, Rebecca, for being accommodating, efficient and welcoming. Perfect for our 3 generation family!

8/10 Good

Jim M.

Great spot

Great spot in the heart of the action on Mission Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

EILEEN M.

Even better than expected1

Location was the best! Great views, generally quiet in the evenings except for a holiday weekend. Very comfortable condo, beautiful, well equipped kitchen, garage full of bikes, boogie boards, beach chairs, and beach toys. Loved having the four parking spaces! The ice machine and wine coolers were an added plus, along with a huge kitchen to work in with all the family. Rebbecca took care of any issues we had, which were not big deals at all. So happy she met us there to give us a tour and explain how the electronics worked. We were a family of 11 which included 3 children. Oh, the balcony with the fire pit was a great way to end the day. We all loved this place so much that we have booked it for next year.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca Gerhardt

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Why they chose this property

Perfect for families that want to enjoy luxury at the beach but want a comfortable home that allows for comfort and ease of the whole family.

What makes this property unique

Chef's kitchen, Master bedroom suite with private elevator & sitting area. Relax in style with designer touches while enjoying spa like baths.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests