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Spectacular views of the Presidio, USD & fireworks

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Kitchen and dining area
Stairway leading up to the front door
Front door
Family room
Family room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • University of San Diego
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Hotel Circle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular views of the Presidio, USD & fireworks

This is a recently constructed unit (2014) built over a garage in a very central neighborhood of San Diego and is minutes away from most of San Diego's major attraction. A highlight is the roof top deck used for brunches and fireworks views

The home is part of three units on the property. The previous garage was removed and rebuilt with unit on the top. The other two units are also rented out to Airbnb guests.

The space is made up of a flexible floor plan that can see the family room turned into a separate bedroom via an opaque sliding glass door.

What makes this property unique is it's recent construction and roof top deck with impressive views of The Presidio of San Diego - a historic fort established in 1769 by Gaspar de Portola, leader of the first European land exploration of Alta California. It was the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific Coast of the United States.

During summers, the view of the Sea World fireworks show is unbeatable!

The space is made up of two bedrooms (one with a king sized bed and the other with a queen sized bed) and a third room that acts as both a family / TV room but can double as a bedroom. the couch is a sleeper can substitute for a full sized bed.

Guess access is controlled by an electronic lock that uses a pin number that is provided to the guess upon arrival. Guests will have access to the roof top deck and backyard bbq'ing area.

The host can be an interactive as the guests desire. Upon arrival, the if the host is available he generally will try to meet the guests to welcome them. From time to time he is unable to meet them and when this occurs the guests are free to enter the house immediately up on arrival.

The little known name of this small neighborhood just south of the University of San Diego is called Silver Terrace. It is a very centrally located one just minutes from numerous highly popular destinations such as: Sea World, Mission Bay Park, Mission Beach, Old Town, Downtown, Fashion Valley Mall and La Jolla. Within a 10 minute walk you'll be within range of a trolley stop, multiple coffee shops, brewery tasting room, numerous restaurants, and a YMCA.

Morena Vista Trolley stop is located within a 5-minute walk from the house. From there, it's possible to go to Little Italy, the Gaslamp District, Fashion Valley, Qualcomm Stadium, and even further east out to SDSU.

For longer term stays that require the use of laundry services, the host will provide the washer and dryer free of charge.

Property manager

James Morrison
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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the property; Quiet hours after 9 PM; No parties or events; Turn off lights and appliances when not in use;
Follow check-in and check-out procedures; Pay any additional fees, if applicable; Guests are required to sign Rental Agreement
A security deposit hold (typically $500) will be applied to the card on file.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-04307L, 631312

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in Linda Vista, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity 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 San Diego Zoo, 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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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • University of San Diego - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 3 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 7 min drive
  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 12 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bert's Bistro - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rose Donuts - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular views of the Presidio, USD & fireworks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular views of the Presidio, USD & fireworks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular views of the Presidio, USD & fireworks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular views of the Presidio, USD & fireworks located?

This family-friendly San Diego apartment building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fashion Valley Mall and University of San Diego. Mission Bay and Hotel Circle are also within 3 miles (5 km). Morena - Linda Vista Station is 12 minutes by foot and Tecolote Road Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for what San Diego has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

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

Great stay

Very convenient to USD.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place, convenient to Old Town. Very comfortable beds. Very good and almost immediate communication. Nice little area of San Diego. Thank you for a clean, comfortable, cute and affordable condo for 5 (or 6)!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

APRIL S.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great weekend in San Diego and would definitely book again for our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy E.

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

Perfect place

This condo was clean, had more than enough linens & pillows and was in great location very close to everything. We would stay here again if we come back to San Diego
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, clean and convenient. Great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Has all the necessities. Jimmy was a great communicator and terrific to work with. The rooftop deck was wonderful and great to view Sea World fireworks. The privacy collapsable wall made for a 3rd bedroom when we needed it. Would definitely recommend and would for sure stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa T.

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

Family Visit

The unit was great and well appointed. We appreciated the dedicated parking and laundry facility!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan L.

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

Short family vacation

It was great. Busy long days chasing kids. Very comfortable and nice place to end the day and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Perfect location for our stay

Centrally located to everything we were doing. The unit had everything we needed and was as described. Nice neighborhood, easy parking in driveway.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Room to spread out at a reasonable cost

We appreciated having the ability to convert the living room into a 3rd sleeping area, as our family of four with a teenage boy and pre-teen girl needs some extra privacy. We also really liked having dedicated off-street parking. We took advantage of the rooftop terrace for fireworks viewing, and thought the location was a great home base for our various activities. We also really liked being within walking distance to a MTS Trolley station, as that’s the best way to get to a Padres game.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

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

Perfect family stay.

This is such a great place to stay Out of all the places we have stayed this was our favorite . We all loved the roof tops views. The property was clean and had all the amenities needed. The neighborhood is quiet and easy to get to. I contacted the owner and he was quick to answer my question. Would stay again and recommend to anyone looking to stay in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milena S.

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

Anniversary Getaway

We decided to rent Jimmy’s rental for a little anniversary getaway. The place was great, very clean and cozy. It felt like coming home. It was also very close to the San Diego Zoo which was great. I would recommend this little apartment to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The house was basic but worked for us, the location was perfect so close to everything and where we needed to be everyday! The house cleaner was such a wonderful person, and the neighbors were amazing as well.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Indianapolis

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

Great property great host

Great host, very responsive. The location was perfect for our visit. If ever in the area again i would definitely try to get the property for our lodging.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

San Diego Weekend

Property is exactly as pictured and the beds are so comfortable. Good location and quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan W.

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

Great property and location

Everything was great. Space exactly what we were expecting. Location is great it’s close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Great place for a short stay

Nice little backhouse with a rooftop patio and nice views of the area. Clean, new furniture/bedding, very nice overall. We enjoyed our stay (one night) and would stay again. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

San Diego Summer

This is the second time we’ve stayed at this location.We appreciate the quiet neighborhood and convenient location. The unit is a good size for us and having a kitchen is a plus. The manager is communicative and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BEN G.

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

Access to anywhere

Neat layout and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Clean, Quiet Location

Nice neighborhood location with easy access to Old Town, downtown, beaches and many other San Diego locations. The property manager was communicative and responded promptly to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

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

Quick communication from owner

This is the upper unit at the location. Nice 2 bedroom with little LR and good kitchen space. Some concerns upon checking in yet the owner was very quick to respond and address all of my concerns which was appreciated.Location fit my needs. Appreciated the off street parking for one vehicle.Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Stevensville, Michigan, USA

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

Pleasant stay

The rental was quiet and seemed to be in a safe neighborhood. Outdoor seating was a plus. Never had any issues with parking or the shared laundry area. Owner quickly responsive to any communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

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

Nice Rental

No problems with the rental. Quiet neighborhood. Everything worked and the beds were comfortable. I would recommend this property to others. San Diego is a great city!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

USD check in

This was a lovely property. It was quiet and very close to USD as we were checking our daughter in. The rooms were comfortable and the balcony and rooftop were great places for drinking coffee in the morning and sipping a drink at night. Washer and dryer were great to have as well. Parking was easy and the location couldn't be better. Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by James Morrison

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I love to travel, and when I first started hosting as a young, single professional in my early 30s, it was a great way to subsidize that passion. Now, I'm a little older, have a family of my own, and a few gray hairs to boot. My traveling habit has unfortunately been reduced as time commitments pile up. So now, this service helps me provide for my family while still allowing me to meet new people from other parts of the world.

As a host, I like to give my guests their space but can be available at a moment's notice (I live 5 minutes away).

I look forward to continuing my vacation rentals to meet new people and share our experiences.

Why they chose this property

I purchased this property because I was familiar with the neighborhood and it's central location.

Since I've purchase the property I've added more units to the parcel so that I could live in one of the units and rent the other one out.

What makes this property unique

I would say the main benefit to this house is it's proximity to so many wonderful attractions San Diego has to provide. One could argue that it is located in the heart of San Diego.

Additionally, it's near the trolley line (5 minute walk) and the neighbors are super friendly.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests