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Lux Modern Mission Hills Canyon Apartment! Centrally Located in the heart of SD!

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Patio & "Whiskers". Note: we love pets but do not allow them in the apartment.
View from canyon looking back at the entrance
Double bypass entry doors
View from front doors of the courtyard, fountain & Eucalyptus trees.
View from Kitchen looking out onto the courtyard

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
San Diego, CA
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    4 min drive
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    4 min drive
  • Fashion Valley Mall
    5 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Lux Modern Mission Hills Canyon Apartment! Centrally Located in the heart of SD!

Professionally designed and beautifully furnished, this new open concept apartment is situated on the canyon rim in sought after Mission Hills. Light-filled, private, and secluded, this apartment features 1200 sf of living space plus an additional 600 sf private courtyard nestled among majestic Eucalyptus trees. Plush King size mattress with down topper, 2 mirrored nightstands flank the custom-made upholstered headboard. Further enhancing the serenity of the bedroom are 3 swarvoski crystal light fixtures.

High-end fully stocked modern kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, quartz counter-tops, polished concrete floors and dining for six makes this the ideal location. The apartment offers air conditioning, heating, a washer and dryer for your comfort, and convenience.

This property is a few short blocks from many upscale restaurants, and shops located in the village of Mission Hills. Centrally located and minutes away from the World famous San Diego Zoo,Balboa Park, Sea World, The Gas Lamp Quarter, Petco Park, The Convention Center and all of the Gorgeous San Diego Beaches.

Property manager

Kathleen & John McKaveney
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
We are sorry,but there are 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Mission Hills, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks. Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. 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

  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 4 min drive
  • Hotel Circle - 5 min drive
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 6 min drive
  • University of San Diego - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Mos Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪UCSD Medical Center Cafeteria - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bronx Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lux Modern Mission Hills Canyon Apartment! Centrally Located in the heart of SD! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lux Modern Mission Hills Canyon Apartment! Centrally Located in the heart of SD!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lux Modern Mission Hills Canyon Apartment! Centrally Located in the heart of SD!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lux Modern Mission Hills Canyon Apartment! Centrally Located in the heart of SD! located?

Located in Mission Hills, this apartment building is 1 mi (1.6 km) from UC San Diego Health and within 3 miles (5 km) of Marine Corps Recruit Depot and San Diego Zoo. B Street Cruise Ship Terminal and Port of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km). Washington Street Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this rental
We had the perfect stay here. John greeted us on arrival and helped with our luggage. We later met Kathleen. The place is private and quiet. Everything we needed for our month stay was there. The kitchen, dining and living room were larger than the listing indicates (bonus!). The bathroom has a large shower and 2 sinks w/ mirrors. There were plenty of towels, even beach towels. I can’t think of a negative thing to say. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie B., Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
We stayed for the entire month of February and loved every minute. Looks exactly like the photos: a beautiful space with extremely well equipped kitchen, excellent wifi, and absolutely wonderful hosts. King bed is extremely comfortable, bathroom is luxuriously large (and with lots of luxe towels), and full sized washer and dryer much appreciated during a long stay. Lovely private patio overlooking a lush green canyon. Close to public transit with easy access to Old Town, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Little Italy, the Embarcadero and much more. Walk to grocery, pharmacy, coffee shops and lots of restaurants. Just perfect. Note that you do (as in the description) need to be able to negotiate the equivalent of almost 3 flights of outdoor stairs to access the unit, since the house is built into one of Mission Hills many canyons.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
The apartment was well suited for my needs. It was clean and well stocked. The owners responded quickly to all questions. It is in a nice neighborhood and has good freeway access making it easy to get to anywhere in San Diego.
Stayed 57 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles L., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment, hosts, and location
This is a lovely apartment overlooking a San Diego canyon giving it a remote feel in the center of the Mission Hills urban neighborhood. The accommodations provided everything we could have asked for, and Kathleen and John (our hosts) were unintrusive and very accommodating. The open space design and furnishings were comfortable, and the wall of windows looking out on the canyon provided a relaxing natural vista. The kitchen is spacious and well-equipped. The dining area and living room space easily accommodated visits from our extended family. The bedroom, bathroom with his and her sinks, and the closet add to the spacious feel of this otherwise cozy apartment. Completing the convenience is an in-apartment laundry (washer and dryer) making this rental a delightful home away from home. We definitely will look forward to booking this property again on our future trips to San Diego.
Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Business Trip to San Diego
I was in San Diego to work downtown for a few weeks. The location was very convenient for that purpose. I really just need a place to sleep. The hosts were very concerned about making sure my stay would be comfortable.
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yunqing Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
The apartment sits in front of a beautiful valley, with a ton of flowers in full bloom during our visit in May. We had friendly neighborhood cats and humming birds visit us occasionally. The location was great, we were always a short drive away from downtown, the beach, and other attractions such as Balboa Park. Additionally there is a Vons 2 min away, which made groceries convenient. We were initially worried about street parking being full, but we always found a parking spot on the same block. Kathleen and John were wonderful hosts, we would recommend this place to others!
Stayed 28 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host Stat
Property, hosts, and location were fabulous.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M., Palm Coast Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mission Hills
Very nice property to stay in. Hosts were most accommodating and location for us was perfect. Kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Wonderful place in a great location! Friendly hosts, but not intrusive . Nothing too much trouble. Comfort, quiet and beautiful surroundings made our holiday a refreshing. time for my wife and I.
Stayed 40 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Month Long Stay
Kathleen and John are marvelous hosts; they are helpful and responsive. Great neighborhood with many food options.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
We had a very relaxing stay while visiting our daughter @ USD. The neighborhood was quiet but had plenty to do within close walking distance. We visited a few really good restaurants and the grocery store was only a couple of blocks away. Everything we wanted to do in San Diego was within a few miles of the property. Even with traffic, we spent less than 15 minutes in the car to get to most attractions. Parking was on the street but very easy. We stayed 9 nights and never parked more than a few steps away from the unit. There was always plenty of parking available. The apartment had plenty of space and did not feel cramped at all. The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen had everything needed to "eat in" if that was necessary. The private patio off of the unit was a nice area to sit and unwind. Overall, our stay was a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
Everything was exactly as shown im the pictures. Kitchen is well stocked and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space, wonderful neighborhood, attentive hosts
After moving across the country to San Diego for work, I needed a place to serve as home base for a month until I could find somewhere more permanent. My only regret about booking this VRBO is that it set the bar for San Diego living really high! Quiet neighborhood with ample street parking, walking distance from groceries, any cuisine I could think of, all sorts of bars, and a quick drive/lyft to Downtown/Gaslamp/Petco Park, Balboa Park and the Zoo, and the beaches. There are things I'd do differently about my first crosscountry move if I did it again, but I wouldn't change anything about renting a place like this so that I could focus on the new job and finding the right place for a lease instead of trying to do it all online before moving out!
Stayed 34 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and Quiet
Our hosts, Kathleen and John, were awesome. They helped us with our luggage and made sure that we had all the amenities we needed. When the toaster went on the fritz, they replaced it by the next day The neighborhood is quiet and pretty. Even though parking is on the street we never had a problem finding a spot on our block.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable designer get away
This place is so cute and has everything you would need. The decor with grey and green was really nice High end kitchen that is very open and spacious. Kathleen and John are the best hosts. We enjoyed meeting them. They are there for anything you need but we also felt very private un our little hideaway. Loved the neighborhood. Walk to some great restaurants and there is a theater under the stars that was really a fun experience. Great coffee place that even had an outdoor local music concert. Enjoyed our stay. The only criticism would be screens for the doors as there was a nice breeze but lots of bugs while we were ther.e. The AC works fantastic so keeping the door open was just our preference. Would stay here again if we return to this area.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Falcon Nest
Kathleen and John are great hosts. There are several steps to climb to street level, but they are lighted and there is a handrail, and several flower pots. I mention this because I am 81 and had no trouble at all negotiating them. The apartment is large with a kitchen that has everything anyone could want. There is a king size bed plus an enormous shower, wifi throughout, tv, etc. All said it was a perfect place for me. Excellent restaurants are within four or five blocks as well as MTS bus stops - an easy walk. I used Uber which is available very quickly. Overall it was an excellent stay, and the hosts were extremely helpful as needed.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet place for a getaway!
This is a beautiful property that is located in a quiet section of San Diego that was perfectly located for us during our stay for SDCC. The area was quiet the entire time we were there and Kathleen was eager to help us with anything we needed. We will definitely try to stay here again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sanctuary
What a lovely spot. Peaceful yet in the heart of everything.

10/10 Excellent

sheila m.

Instaworthy! Location Decor +Service= First Class
I have stayed in many VRBO apartments, condos and houses all over the world. I have to say, this VRBO apartment sets the bar high. The bed was amazing! Comfortable and large (King). The apartment has a "New York loft " kind of feel..wide open floor plan and the large gourmet kitchen! Wow! Everything is new..all the appliances, pans, dishes and of high quality. The front is all windows looking into the canyon. You feel very private. The owners are always available should you need anything. I enjoyed the small unexpected details. ..a bottle of wine in the fridge for my enjoyment upon arrival, along with a few eggs and cheese, milk, coffee. ( I arrived very late from an International flight and she was so kind as to ask me if I wanted her to do a little shopping so I had breakfast the next morning!) Shops , restaurants, yoga and a 24-hour gym in walking distance. Scooters for rent 2 blocks away on most corners of the main street. I am a single woman I felt very safe at all times. As I mentioned before the bar has been raised! I will come back and stay again at this lovely retreat! I highly recommend a long stay at this Mission Hills apartment!

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Spacious apartment with pretty view of the canyon
The location is perfect for exploring San Diego. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Central private green oasis with generous host
We loved our stay at Falcon's Nest from the moment we arrived to Kathleen's warm welcome. The apartment is bright and open with a fantastic view of the canyon. It is central to shopping, restaurants and public transit in a lovely historic neighbourhood. The apartment itself is super clean, well equipped and a joy to spend time in. We especially enjoyed sunny mornings on the patio and relaxing in the stylish indoors in the evenings after a busy day in the city. The host was available (just a text away) but respected our privacy and kindly offered to pick up anything that would add to our stay. Kathleen is a true ambassador to the city she clearly loves. Her enthusiasm, generosity and goodwill were so very appreciated by us. Highly recommended!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

Kathleen and John went absolutely above and beyond to make my stay comfortable.
It is a really uniquely serene spot in a patch of nature in San Diego that is so conveniently located. The terrace makes you feel so spacious. The hosts are kind and responsive. There is privacy, and quiet. It was ideal.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W., Denver

Seriously Perfect
I can't say enough about this lovely apartment. The location was perfect for easy access to downtown San Diego (12 minutes) as well as beaches (18 minutes). The apartment is impeccably decorated and provided everything we could possibly need for our one week stay. The kitchen is well appointed, the king bed is very comfortable, the back patio is wonderful for relaxing, and it is just a five minute walk to a cute, upscale downtown area with shopping, restaurants, and grocery stores. Extremely quiet. The hosts were so responsive and easy to work with. Without reservation, I give this place my highest recommendation. It was ideal for my family of 3.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Esther M., Phoenix, AZ 85028

Spacious, clean and beautiful place to stay!
My husband and I, and our adult daughter, stayed here over Comic Con. Everything was perfect--clean, quiet and spacious. My daughter was able to do her yoga on the rug separating the kitchen from the living room and not get in anyone's way. I especially liked the many towels provided. The dishware/kitchenware provided was more than sufficient for the cooking my husband did (breakfast and prepping lunch). The only concern we had (and this was solely on my husband's part) was that the entrance to the bathroom area is open and there's no door, so he had to coordinate bathroom activities with our daughter. We are very familiar with the San Diego area so no problem getting around. The airport is very close, as are shops and stores. If you are a devotee of OrangeTheory fitness, there are 2 studios within 10 minutes (my daughter is a member). Like many San Diego neighborhoods, there's only street parking but we always found a place close when we returned at night. There are steps down to the property that you should be aware of if that's a problem. They are lighted and have a handrail. I considered it extra exercise. The owner's husband greeted us and gave us the keys--otherwise, the owners were non-intrusive but clearly available via text. This is definitely a condo I would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jack & Mimi H., Palm Desert

Lovely little getaway in a quiet, friendly neighborhood
Kathleen's condo is clearly a work of love. She's forgotten nothing--every detail has the visiter's comfort & enjoyment in mind. It is situated on the edge of one of the many canyons in the city. Her beautiful, quiet patio overlooks the canyon, as do the windows. Our stay there stands out as one of our favorite experiences among our many travels.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen & John McKaveney

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I am a native San Diegan, and a native of Mission Hills. In my opinion, there is no better neighborhood to live. It is extremely safe, and the properties within the neighborhood are all unique and many have historic designations. I have traveled extensively through United States, Europe and Central America. I have utilized the services of VRBO and I understand what travelers need. I love San Diego, and hope that I can introduce you to all of the many attractions, plus some of my favorite restaurants and shops.

Why they chose this property

Mission Hills is surrounded by many gorgeous canyons. We love this property because it is nestled on the canyon floor. It is peaceful and quiet and the perfect vacation sanctuary.When you are in the apartment you feel like to have escaped from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet within minutes you can drive to all of the major attractions.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits of this property are:
A large floor plan- it easily accommodates 4 people. I designed it for a family of 5 or a couple.
Gorgeous canyon views, 100 year old Eucalyptus trees, birds, peace and seclusion.
Walking distance to restaurants and stores, easy driving to all the major attractions and beaches.




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