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Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel stove, white cabinetry, and a built-in oven.
A patio with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a covered area with a door.
A bedroom with a large bed, a skylight, wooden beams, a window with a lattice, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a glass dining table, and a black chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Balboa Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rich's Nightclub
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

San Diego

Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park, while USS Midway Museum and Pechanga Arena are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marston House - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rich's Nightclub - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hotel Circle - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Mo's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Crest Taco - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Rail - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House on 11 January 2027 start from NZ$2,550, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills 3 BR + House located?

Located in Hillcrest, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of UC San Diego Health and Balboa Park. San Diego Zoo and Marine Corps Recruit Depot are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location near all the things we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
Thank you for being such a great guest John, we are so glad you loved our home. Please come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thank you Micheal, we are so glad you enjoyed the house. Thank you for being such great guests! We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here. Host was excellent at communicating quickly and answering our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thank you Sam, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for being a 5-Star guest! Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house for our family of 5. Everything was clean and logically laid out. Host was very friendly and extremely responsive. I would be happy to return here on our next trip to SD. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thank you Randy! It was great meeting you and we hope to see you again some time down the road. Thank you for being great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Proximity to areas of interest in San Diego is awesome. House was clean and host was very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2026
Thank you Nathan, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being a great guest, and please come back and visit anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Located on a quiet street with great restaurants within walking distance. Fantastic communication with hosts! Was the perfect location for our trip —-close to airport, close to Balboa Park. Would recommend for individuals desiring quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
Thank you for the great feedback Stacey, I know it's very helpful for future guests to hear about what a great, quite location we have. Thank you for being a great guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is located on a quiet little side street just a short walk from a lively yet relaxed commercial district. Easy walk to get coffee, shop or get a meal. The home itself was clean and comfortable, and the bedrooms were nicely appointed. The outdoor patio was a nice extra, a great place to have morning coffee or an after dinner glass of wine. The weather was warm during our trip but the AC units throughout the home let us stay very comfortable. We had six adults in our party and never felt cramped. The owners were very responsive to our questions and even managed to locate a couple items for us, which we greatly appreciated. We would certainly stay here again, we had a fine time in San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay at this property! The communication with the hosts was top notch. The house was accurately described, clean, well-appointed, and in working order. The house is located on a narrow street, but the street and neighbors are quiet. Having air conditioning in all of the rooms and common area was definitely a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you Brian, we are so glad you enjoyed our home and the neighborhood. Please come back and see us anythime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed in many rentals in San Diego and this was the best! Very clean, excellent bedding and furnishings, lovely patio, very responsive hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 February 2026
Thank you Lauren, that's very kind of you to say. We loved having you and look forward to seeing you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2025
Thank you Mike, we really enjoyed having you! Thank you for being such a great guest, we hope to see you again next time you're in San Diego.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2026
Thank you Steven! It was so nice to have you and we are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. Please come back and see us anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a cute house with ample space and is convenient to shops and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed the house Dayna, thank you for being a great guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of four, stayed at TJ and Blanca’s beautiful home for a long weekend for the San Diego marathon. We could not have asked for a more perfect home away from home. From the comfortable and clean beds to the well stocked kitchen so we were able to carb up before the race with a great pasta dinner, everything was fantastic!TJ was very helpful with questions before and after booking and during our stay. Tons of windows to enjoy the amazing San Diego weather and the deck was an added plus.We loved the quiet side street location that was close to just about everything. Thank you TJ and Blanca!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Thank you Chris, we so appreciate the kind words. We always draw great guest for the marathon, and you and your group is no exception. We are so glad you enjoyed the house and surrounding area, we love it too! Thank you for being such great guests! We hoe to see you agai!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house to stay for families

Great place to stay for families with kids.Very well maintained and spacious rooms. Nearby to major attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Thank you for your review! We are so glad you were able to take advantage of all San Diego has to offer for families. Come back and see us soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! House was clean and very conveniently located to all major attractions in San Diego
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you Greg, we're so happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come back and see us some day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on a quiet lane steps to Hillcrest shops and close to Balboa Park and beaches. The house is bright and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thankyou John, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so clean, the beds were very comfortable and the patio was so nice to sit on at night. The process of cleanup and checkout was so easy. It was an excellent house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Responsive. Clear and easy communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 February 2026
Thank you Valerie, it was such a pleasure to have you. Please come back and see us next time you're in San Diego.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was about amazing. Could not be more pleased with Charming Hillcrest/Mission Hills. From communication regarding check in to check out and all the days in between .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thank you Jamie! nd we could not have been more happy to host you! We look forward to seeing you again some day. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is exactly as listed -- and that's a very good thing. We felt at home the moment we walked in the front door. The living room is comfortable. The bedrooms are spacious. The kitchen is well-equipped. Everything was spotlessly clean. The home is well-located in a friendly neighborhood. We walked to several spots, but it was just a quick drive to other areas of San Diego. The off-street parking beside the home is a plus. When we booked the property, the hosts shared an extensive list of recommendations in the neighborhood that helped us plan our stay. After we checked in, they reached out to see that all was OK. When we reported a power strip that had developed a short, they quickly stopped by to switch it out -- and thoughtfully arranged to do so while we were out exploring the area. We knew we could reach out at any time if we needed anything, but we didn't needed to do that. Everything was great. Our only disappointment was that we couldn't use the outside patio area. It's a lovely hangout spot, but there was a pesky squirrel that would not leave us alone. We had to retreat inside. We suspect the squirrel had been fed by prior guests. That was unfortunate, but it was not the hosts' fault.Bottom line: This is a great property in a location that provides easy access to all the charms and attractions of San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
Thank you for the great review Kate! We are so glad you enjoyed the house and the neighborhood. Sorry to hear about the pesky squirrel, that's the first we have ever heard of that being an issue. There is a fruit tree across the street which I see squirrels steal from, maybe that tree was low :). Thank you for being great guests, we would love to see you again someday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal house for walking in the quiet Hillcrest neighborhood which offers many restaurants and shops. Quick ride to movies, Balboa Park (Zoo , museums and trails) and close to the coast for beach walking. Easy ride to Coronado and La Jolla. Comfortable LR, bedrooms and baths. Nice kitchen, but we were out mostly! Great hosts, too. Hope you enjoy your stay - this was great for the four of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2025
Thank you Merry, we are so glad you enjoyed the house and neighborhood! Please come back and see us anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

San Diego Get-away

The cute house was the perfect spot to enjoy all the wonderful sites in San Diego, I.e., Balboa Park, Old Town, the harbor and more. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2024
Thank you for staying with us Catherine, you were an excellent guest! And thank you for pointing out how convenient the house is to the most visited parts of San Diego. We hope you will come back and see us soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family visit

Clean, comfortable, and convenient location. Loved the wooden chickens in the kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2024
Thank you Linda, we really enjoyed having you! Come back and visit the chickens anytime! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

SD bungalow

cute location, central to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

San Diego Hillcrest

Clean, nice location in Hillcrest. Good communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2025
Thank you Alex! We are so glad you enjoyed our house and the neighborhood, and thank you for being such a great gusts. We hope to see you again someday.
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