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Spacious & Charming Normal Heights Retreat~1 Bedroom~in the Heart of San Diego
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
San Diego, CA
- Place, Adams Avenue Park2 min walk
- Place, AMSD Concerts2 min walk
- Place, Ward Canyon Dog Park12 min walk
- Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)13 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Spacious & Charming Normal Heights Retreat~1 Bedroom~in the Heart of San Diego
34th Street Retreat 1 Bedroom is thoughtfully furnished and appointed to make your stay carefree whether you are here for work, a family getaway or just escaping from the day-to-day. Private Sunny stand alone home with 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, private entrance, private back patio, one reserved parking space and air conditioning.
If you're coming to San Diego to relax and refresh, work, or explore the area, 34th Street Retreat is a very clean, convenient and charming place to stay. Furnished and appointed to add modern convenience while maintaining its unique charm with hardwood floors and arched entry-ways. Lots of windows for awesome light and air.
*Wifi
*The living area is spacious with Smart TV (access to Hulu, Prime and Netflix- login to your own account), DVD and cable TV.
*The dining table will seat 4 comfortably.
*The bedroom has a queen sized bed with comfy linens and a walk-in closet.
* We have also added a pack and play for a baby Linens are not provided for the pack and play).
*Full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Please note - the bathroom is off the bedroom.
* Bright, well equipped kitchen has granite countertops, gas stove, microwave, dishes, pots and pans, Mr. Coffee maker and French Press, toaster, blender, little kids dishes, cups and silverware, etc.. etc.
*Stackable washer and dryer.
*The door from the kitchen leads to the completely fenced private back patio which makes it safe for little ones. The patio has a table and chairs.
*There are ceiling fans in the living room and bedroom.
*The house offers central air conditioning and heat.
*Board games for adults and children.
*In the bedroom closet there is a pack and play, high chair, play mat, baby tub and toys for the kiddos
*You have a private entrance
* ONE private parking spot directly in front of the house-to the far right.
Easy stroll to Adams Ave. which offers great restaurants, coffee shops, pubs, fun shops, grocery store, pharmacy. Just 15 minutes +/- to San Diego's great attractions Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, many beaches, downtown, Old Town and the airport, to mentions a few spots
It's a perfect location!
This is a smoke-free home - please be considerate and do not smoke inside or anywhere on the property.
Please no pets
Note: We do not consider Certified Service Animals pets - but would appreciate it if you would let us know if a Certified Service Animal will be coming with you.
Guest access
Guests have access to the back house and private, enclosed back patio.
You will be provided a code for keyless entry.
There is parking in the driveway for one mid-size car. Park on the right side of the driveway ONLY - close to the back house and next to the fence. If you have a large car/truck please park on the street. Please park additional cars on the street.
Other things to note:
*Your private area is the stand alone house itself (of course), your ONE designated parking space, and the BACK patio.
*Quiet hours are 9:00 pm - 8:00 am.
*The home in front is also a rental - so please be considerate of your neighbors and respect their space which includes their parking area and the side patio.
If you are interested in renting both homes, please let me know in a separate message.
Please note: In order for our housekeepers can spend Christmas and New Years with their families we are not accepting arrivals OR departures on December 25 or January 1. Thank you for understanding.
Walk Score®
94 / 100 (Walker's Paradise)
Transit Score®
47 / 100 (Some Transit)
Bike Score®
72 / 100 (Very Bikeable)
STR License STR-03420L Cert # 619721
If you're coming to San Diego to relax and refresh, work, or explore the area, 34th Street Retreat is a very clean, convenient and charming place to stay. Furnished and appointed to add modern convenience while maintaining its unique charm with hardwood floors and arched entry-ways. Lots of windows for awesome light and air.
*Wifi
*The living area is spacious with Smart TV (access to Hulu, Prime and Netflix- login to your own account), DVD and cable TV.
*The dining table will seat 4 comfortably.
*The bedroom has a queen sized bed with comfy linens and a walk-in closet.
* We have also added a pack and play for a baby Linens are not provided for the pack and play).
*Full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Please note - the bathroom is off the bedroom.
* Bright, well equipped kitchen has granite countertops, gas stove, microwave, dishes, pots and pans, Mr. Coffee maker and French Press, toaster, blender, little kids dishes, cups and silverware, etc.. etc.
*Stackable washer and dryer.
*The door from the kitchen leads to the completely fenced private back patio which makes it safe for little ones. The patio has a table and chairs.
*There are ceiling fans in the living room and bedroom.
*The house offers central air conditioning and heat.
*Board games for adults and children.
*In the bedroom closet there is a pack and play, high chair, play mat, baby tub and toys for the kiddos
*You have a private entrance
* ONE private parking spot directly in front of the house-to the far right.
Easy stroll to Adams Ave. which offers great restaurants, coffee shops, pubs, fun shops, grocery store, pharmacy. Just 15 minutes +/- to San Diego's great attractions Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, many beaches, downtown, Old Town and the airport, to mentions a few spots
It's a perfect location!
This is a smoke-free home - please be considerate and do not smoke inside or anywhere on the property.
Please no pets
Note: We do not consider Certified Service Animals pets - but would appreciate it if you would let us know if a Certified Service Animal will be coming with you.
Guest access
Guests have access to the back house and private, enclosed back patio.
You will be provided a code for keyless entry.
There is parking in the driveway for one mid-size car. Park on the right side of the driveway ONLY - close to the back house and next to the fence. If you have a large car/truck please park on the street. Please park additional cars on the street.
Other things to note:
*Your private area is the stand alone house itself (of course), your ONE designated parking space, and the BACK patio.
*Quiet hours are 9:00 pm - 8:00 am.
*The home in front is also a rental - so please be considerate of your neighbors and respect their space which includes their parking area and the side patio.
If you are interested in renting both homes, please let me know in a separate message.
Please note: In order for our housekeepers can spend Christmas and New Years with their families we are not accepting arrivals OR departures on December 25 or January 1. Thank you for understanding.
Walk Score®
94 / 100 (Walker's Paradise)
Transit Score®
47 / 100 (Some Transit)
Bike Score®
72 / 100 (Very Bikeable)
STR License STR-03420L Cert # 619721
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About the area
San Diego
Located in Mid-City, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park, while San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Make time for USS Midway Museum, or head to an event or a match at Snapdragon Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby
- Adams Avenue Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- AMSD Concerts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Ward Canyon Dog Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Little Saigon - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
- Officer Jeremy Henwood Memorial Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- 7-Eleven - 10 min walk
- Madi - 12 min walk
- Bica - 7 min walk
- Lestat's Coffee House - 5 min walk
- Starbucks - 5 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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3 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tami S.
17 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tami S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Becky S.
4 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Becky S.
Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Walter A.
19 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walter A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Marnie N.
18 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marnie N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heidi B.
10 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heidi B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joan F.
29 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joan F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Allison G.
27 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Allison G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jan A.
27 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Spanish style charmer
Jan A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles D.
10 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice place to stay
Charles D.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher D.
12 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not far from Gaslamp.
Christopher D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
alisa t.
3 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
alisa t.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Debi C.
15 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing
Debi C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Suzy M.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and Comfortable
Suzy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine K.
10 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, clean and comfortable!
Christine K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Mike P.
23 May 2025
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Mike P.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little guest house for a North Park getaway
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Traci S.
14 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and convenient
Traci S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Anthony M.
24 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient/Comfortable Spot
Anthony M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good
Brian R.
9 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable getaway spot
Brian R.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ioan G.
6 August 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than a hotel
Ioan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Wendy v.
10 December 2017
Immaculate spacious one bedroom in Normal Heights
Wendy v.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
20 September 2017
Average
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent
maureen m.
5 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
maureen m.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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