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2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay

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Your own house... with parking... and yard!
Street view-- nice, private setting with your own yard!
Bedroom #2 with double bed
Front yard with shaded sitting area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    6 min walk
  • University of San Diego
    3 min drive
  • Pechanga Arena
    3 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    11 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay

This adorable two-bedroom cottage has a delightful-- and very secure-- front yard for your four-legged companion(s) to feel right at home, as well as a roomy back area for al fresco dining or just relaxing amongst the foliage.
The cottage is in the heart of all the excitement, history, heritage, and charm of Old Town San Diego, just far enough removed to be a quiet, secluded retreat. Private and tropical, this darling cottage is located in the center of the birthplace of San Diego, walking distance from a plethora of delicious restaurants, quaint and eclectic shopping, Old Town State Historic Park, all in a fun and lively authentic Mexican atmosphere loaded with history.
Visit many FREE museums that explore some of the mysterious legends of early San Diego, offering tours of original historical sites, haunted tours, and more! In addition, you will discover Mariachi shows, music, dancers, live outdoor theatre performances and more surprises as you explore the streets of Old Town on foot.
Close proximity to beaches, Sea World, downtown, San Diego zoo, Coronado, and more-- this property is central to all! The Old Town trolley offers a delightful tour of America's Finest City and departs just two blocks away.
San Diego has some of the best public transit in the country, and the public transit depot is less than a half mile away with access to city buses, light rail, Amtrak, and the Coaster, San Diego's own train commuter which travels north and south along the coast. With eight stations between downtown San Diego and Oceanside, it provides breathtaking scenery while allowing guests to explore North San Diego County. Renting a car during your vacation is entirely optional!
Cottage features two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and one with a double bed. Wall-mounted TVs, heat and air conditioning, full upgraded bath with oversized shower, queen-size foldout sofa in living room, completely upgraded kitchen with dishwasher, coffee station, and microwave. Well stocked with everything you need for cooking in if you choose!
Relax with a glass of wine and a book in your enclosed front yard surrounded by California's brilliant bougainvillea, or have a barbecue in the back with your Weber grill.
Also included is one OFF-street parking spot! Please let us know if you’re bringing a second vehicle and we’ll try to accommodate. For folks traveling with small children, we can provide a high chair and a pack and play. High speed residential WIFI is included, of course, as well as hundreds of cable channels. PLEASE NOTE: As we do have a very welcoming pet policy, please advise us ahead of time of any allergies or sensitivities so that we are able to make sure you are comfortable. Cottages are meticulously cleaned after each stay; however, some severe allergies can still be affected by the past presence of animals, so we will do what we can to remove any allergen before your stay. Thanks!

Property manager

Dove Braunstein
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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 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 643061, STR-02328L

We should mention

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

About the area

San Diego

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Old Town San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego. Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mission Bay and Old Town San Diego State Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Waterfront Park, or head to an event or a match at Petco Park.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 6 min walk
  • University of San Diego - 3 min drive
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 3 min drive
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 6 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiesta de Reyes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa de Reyes Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casa Guadalajara - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Whaley House Museum and Old Town San Diego State Park. Mission Bay and University of San Diego are also within 2 miles (3 km). Old Town Transit Center is 6 minutes by foot and Morena - Linda Vista Station is 21 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cute little home!
This is our second stay here, and we enjoyed it very much. Joan is great, and made sure all our needs are met. Bonus points for being a dog friendly place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and hospitality
I’ve stayed in many VRBO rentals. They all have a different feel. This one feels like staying in the cottage of a relative who wants you to be cozy and happy. Worth noting is that the beds are comfortable and the cottage is well kept. There is no dining/kitchen table but there’s a nice counter with stools for three. The hide a bed is the nicest I’ve ever seen. Thank you Joan! We loved experiencing the walkability of Old Town with close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Wonderful location in the heart of Old Town with easy access to freeway and other parts of San Diego. Perfect little yard for the dogs. We would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quant & Wondrous Getaway Rental
We loved our stay at this cottage during out most recent trip to San Diego. We love to stay in Old Town since we take full advantage of the San Diego Flyer (to/from airport) and the trolley/buses to all of our favorite places - SD Zoo, Petco Park, La Jolla, Seaport Village, Little Italy, and Coronado! Check-in was seamless despite our super late arrival (due to numerous flight delays outside of our control). The hostess of the mostest even offered fantastic local restaurant recommendations so we knew where to try our first dinner in the area. We loved all of their succulents outdoors, their beautiful & in bloom garden, and the homeless kitties that we waved hello to every morning. It would be a great trip if you were travelling with 3 or 4 people - master bedroom has a queen bed & 2nd bedroom has a full size bed. You can sit on the patio for a night dining in! Cannot say enough about this wonderful experience. Thanks again for accommodating us~ We will recommend your place to everyone!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Baseball and Beer with the Boys
Location can not be beat! You are in the heart of San Diego - Old Town - and an easy 5 minute walk to the trolley and Amtrak, both of which we used extensively. NO CAR? NO PROBLEM! Gracious property host. We would stay here again every time our group would want.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always
Wonderful property and safe, comfortable, quiet accommodations for myself and dog. The best!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
We had a brief but very nice stay here! Wonderful location and clean and spacious cottage. Will come back if we are in the area again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B., San Fernando, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Location, location, location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary
The house is beautiful and clean with everything you could possibly need. The location is incredible you can walk to tons of shops and restaurants and hike Presidio park. Ten stars would be given if possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location. Wish we stayed longer!
Fantastic property for the three of us. Can’t beat the location. Lots of great food options within easy walking distance (and great breakfast at Keema Cafe across the street).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Right
It fit all our needs. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sacha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real find!
My husband and I stayed for a whole month with our dog, cat and bunny. We had a great time and really enjoyed the house a lot. Joan is an absolute delight and anything that comes up she is quick to respond and help. The house is cute and well equipped. We really loved the yard too. There is some street noise but it’s located right in the heart of Old Town so that’s to be expected. Really enjoyed having our own washer & dryer and sharing the driveway was fine too but the smaller the car you have the better. But that goes for all of San Diego really as parking is tough in a lot of places. Lots of great spots to walk a dog but really enjoyed going up the hill to Presidio Park. If you have the time there’s lot of fun trails up in there. Fav Old Town restaurants are El Agave and El Sueño and if you like good tequila go to Barra Barra because they have the best prices for the good stuff. My husband enjoyed Garden Coffee across the street and also the pizza is really good at Pizza Bella. Oh and I toured the other cottage behind ours and it was really cute too but only one bedroom. Maybe a little more quiet but a much smaller outdoor space. If you’re lucky enough to find this place available you’ll be glad you booked here.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
This property was cozy and in a great location! My kids loved Old Town, and Joan was great to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed Our Stay
Great property! Had all the amenities and couldn't have asked for a better location. Perfect enclosed yard for my puppy. My sis, pup, and me look forward to our next visit. Thank you Dove and Joan!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T., North Branch, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, perfect space
We had a wonderful stay in Old Town! Joan and Dove were so gracious with our family and the dogs, can’t say enough about how comfortable we were. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed, bathroom with all the essentials and there were even dog treats and toys in the living room. Yard and outdoor spaces were comfortable and enjoyed by all. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay!
The cottage was clean, well-stocked, and great for my wife, two kids, myself, and my father. We had all of the information ahead of time from Joan, the property manager. Joan was communicative and helpful, we could not have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Salvador M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old town stay
House was nice, A lot of noise daily early in the morning due to business next door so no sleeping in. Parking requires planning but doable. Don’t bring a big vehicle may not fit. House was clean and comfortable. Yard needed som maintenance. But was quaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage
This was the perfect property in Old Town San Diego. Close enough to walk to everything, but quiet and secluded as well. The property manager was kind enough to letus checkin early which was .uch appreciated. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking needs, and the property was spotless. The outdoor courtyard was lovely, a perfect place to relax after a day of exploring San Diego. The privided parking space was a bonus. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo Jr. N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Find
Right in the heart of Old Town. Hidden little gem. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, great management
Stayed there with my dog, property manager was great to work with, place was very nice and dog friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in the heart of Old Town: Dogs are Welcome!!
This gem of a property is an awesome place to stay in San Diego. Located near I-5 and I-8, it’s easy to find and well located to get around. Old Town is busy at night, and this place is in the heart of it. However, with windows closed it is quiet. Parking included, and no extra “pet fee” is a real plus. We love staying!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Literally in the heart of old town, everything was in walking distance and all the big attractions were just a few minutes away drive time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi E., Fort Mill, SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We really enjoyed our stay in this little house. It was within walking distance to everything in Old Town. Joan was very attentive and helpful while we were there. Only one word of caution--don't bring a large truck! Fortunately, we were able to work out parking with the other family. Everyone was so nice and accommodating. Would stay here again if coming back to San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dove Braunstein

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I have been a San Diego resident for close to 20 years now and absolutely LOVE my city. I would love the entire world to have the chance to experience the beautiful place I call home-- even better if they do so from our cottages! :)
I live & love the SoCal lifestyle; am into fitness, animals, and travel-- although no matter what amazing places in the world I may visit, I always love to come home. There is nothing like the San Diego sunshine!
My mother and I manage these cottages with joy; it is a pleasure working together with my mom on something we love so much!
I believe in leaving the world better than we found it, spreading joy and loving one another.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with these precious cottages on sight. Walking by them, we saw that they were for sale and knew that they would make for delightful vacation rentals. Old Town is one of the most visited destinations in San Diego and there isn't much in the way of a residential area, much less vacation rentals. What better location than the heart of one of the most vibrant, sought after hot spots in San Diego? The beautiful, lush property sits hidden amongst brilliant bougainvillea and tropical landscaping, and though you are steps away from all kinds of activities as well as some of the best Mexican food in San Diego, you're also tucked just enough away to feel a true sense of quiet & privacy.

What makes this property unique

One of few residences in central Old Town. You could spend your entire vacation without getting into a car if you so choose! Public transit depot is just down the street and there is so much to do within steps of your door.
I fell in love with these cottages on sight, knew they would make wonderful vacation rentals, being so close to so much and right in the middle of San Diego's #1 tourist destination!

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