Condo

Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat

Condo with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Mission Beach

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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Beach
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 441.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, SeaWorld
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat

Summary:
Welcome to our dazzling new condo, where every detail ensures your comfort and convenience. Nestled at the heart of Mission Beach and the bay. Newly updated with chic beach-inspired décor and furnishings, our cottage promises a serene retreat. Whip up delicious meals in the fully stocked kitchen, and rest easy knowing we've provided all the essentials for both bathroom and beach outings. Get ready for an unforgettable beach vacation filled with epic adventures.

The Space:
This wonderfully updated 1 bedroom 1 bath unit is located on bayside in Mission Beach just south of Santa Clara. Completely renovated with no expense spared you will not want for anything during your stay. Fully updated and stocked kitchen. This is the lower level 1BR and it opens into the courtside patio.

Living Room:
* Sleeper sofa (queen size can sleep 2)
* Roku Tv for app streaming services. ( no regular cable)
* Mini split cooling/heating system
* Open Layout

Kitchen:
* 12 drip coffee maker
* Gas stove range/microwave
* Cookware/ cooking essentials
* Dishwasher


Bathroom:
* Step-in shower (no tub)
* Shampoo/conditioner/body wash/ hand soap provided
* Towels
* Blow dryer

Bedroom:
* Queen size bed
* Roku Tv for app streaming services. ( no regular cable)
* Closet
* Ceiling Fan w/ remote

Outdoor:
*Seating area
*Shared bbq ( bbq utensils provided in kitchen )
*Outdoor shower for rinsing sand
*Shared laundry room

Beach equipment (shared):
*Beach chairs
*Beach umbrellas
*Boogie board
*Kids sand toys
*Beach towels ( in unit )

All you need to do is pack you bags! We will take care of the rest. This unit has been recently updated with new furniture and decor. You will love everything it has to offer.

Guest Access:
The grounds are a shared common area but each unit has its own set of outdoor furniture. Note your patio furniture is in the front of your unit.

The Neighborhood:
Mission Beach is an amazing coastal community designed around "courts" with all of the residences facing one another across a sidewalk. That design creates a cozy and homey feel (and also limits the amount of car traffic) making Mission Beach the ideal spot to "live at the beach"
Enjoy several miles of long, flat boardwalks for riding bikes or skateboards or just going on a stroll at sunset. Restaurants, bars and amusement parks are all within walking distance. And of course, the beach on one side to surf or the bay on the other for more casual water play (unless you decide to kayak, stand-up paddle board or sail...all rental options are just minutes away)

Getting Around:
Please note that there is no parking at this residence and street parking tends to be difficult find in peak season. You can always park in alleys (just look for breaks in the fire lanes or on Mission Blvd (Just check the street sweeping signs). If you head east on Santa Clara Pl towards the Mission Bay Aquatic Center, there is free daytime parking (not for overnight use). Next to Santa Clara is the Mission Beach Women's Club, which offers paid parking when they have it (look for the envelopes by the door. Finally, in a pinch you can drop stuff off and then park in Ventura Cove and grab a Bird scooter and jet back to the property. Most of our guests never use their car once on site since everything at the beach is walkable (or Uber-able in a pinch).

Other Things to Note:
There is a fully stocked kitchen with all items needed to bake, cook or grill, pots/pans, cookie sheets, casserole dishes, outdoor plastic dishes, knives, cutting board, blender, coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, salt, pepper, sugar, coffee, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, first aid kit, a/c & heat, wifi, Smart TV, hair dryer, iron, iron board, shared washer-dryer, luggage rack, hangers, extra linens, pillows and blankets, beach towels, beach chairs, beach toys, beach umbrellas, and patio furniture.

Beach Equipment: despite the inclusion of snorkeling gear, we do not offer it at our rentals

For stays longer than 30 days, I require a deposit in the amount of one month's rent to be paid offline due 60 days prior to arrival as well as a formal lease agreement.

Interaction with Guests:
We are a self-service destination (check-in details will be sent 3 days prior to arrival). However, we are also a full-service, professional management company (that has been a Superhost/Preferred Partner for over 4 years running) and we are just a phone call/text/email away and have agents that are almost never more than 10 minutes away should a need arise.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR-03469L, 627647

About the area

San Diego

Located near the beach, this condo is in Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Beach and Mission Bay, while Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission Bay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • SeaWorld - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olive Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Funky Lemon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Mission - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Luigi's At The Beach - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Beach Cottage Retreat located?

Located in Mission Beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Belmont Park and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sotera C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, clean. Parking was a little difficult, as stated in the description. The front patio area is great, walking distance to the beach (5 mins), restaurants & bars was really nice! It was a little small for us, but super cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Great location and cute property

We had a weekend get away in San Diego. The location was great, in between the ocean and bay. the condo was a perfect size for a couple retreat. The only down side is parking was very limited. Mission Blvd is really close, but we had to park 5 blocks away.I will visit it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

ADORABLE PLACE

Staying in Mission Beach is the best. You can walk to the bay, the beach and to shops & restaurants. This house was wonderful, clean, comfortable and so cute. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a few minor items that had to be fixed, bedroom ceiling fan and kitchen faucet but AAron had them fixed in less than 24 hours.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

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

Love our stay

Will definitely be back soon! We loved the property and the location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Cute and cozy bungalow

We had a lovely time staying here. The house was very clean, cozy and in walking distance to the beach, the bay and many great restaurants and bars! Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose Anne G.

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

Cute cottage

Clean cottage near the Bay side of Mission Beach. Lots of restaurants close by to walk to also.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiara B.

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

Anniversary Getaway

I stayed here with my husband while celebrating our 3rd wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint. It was very clean, quiet, comfortable, and in a great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, and the beach gives an amazing view. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley G.

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

Little Gem

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. This bungalow had everything we needed, was comfy, and close to everything. The property was super easy to check in to and out of and the manager was very responsive to all our questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hosts have a laundry room full of beach supplies you can borrow! I love how walkable it is, I used my car one time in 5 days. There are shops and unique restaurants everywhere and we really enjoyed exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

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

AZ summer heat escape

Great location and very clean property. Kitchen had everything we needed. The parking was a little bit of a challenge, but we usually found close in parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gwen M.

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

Escape the heat in Dallas

Loved the weathet
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

San Diego Mission Beach September 2022

Excellent accommodations! The location is great and very close to shopping and restaurants. Parking is a challenge but we always found a spot. Our host did give a heads up regarding parking and he did provide suggestions. We definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

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

Fabulous place

Cant go wrong with this place. So glad we picked it. The locations is absolutely perfect, the front patio is very nice for sitting out. Quiet snd peaceful and the place is nice, clean, comfortable. Aaron is so nice to work wuth and extremely responsive. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

cynthia s.

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

Beautiful beach bungalow

Location was close to beach and bay. Updated, clean. Stocked well with beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, beach toys for kids. Aaron was prompt in returning our emails or texts with our questions. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

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

Short stay.

Clean and comfortable. Tricky to find but very concise directions. Loading, unloading and parking we’re the only challenges.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Great location and amenities

This beach bungalow is a beach lovers paradise. 65 steps to Mission Bay and two blocks from the Pacific Ocean. We loved the quality beach chairs and umbrellas that came with the well equipped bungalow. Great food, coffee shops and shopping are all within walking distance. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim I.

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

Great location, great stay!

This is a great property and will be on my "return" list. The property was clean, safe, and well-appointed. The bed and bedding was extremely comfortable making for plenty of good sleep. It is one of few properties that has air conditioning and, although we didn't need it, it was wonderful to know it is there (there have been other San Diego visits where I wished I had it!) Location is ideal with easy access to both the ocean and the bay and surrounded by plenty of decent restaurants and coffee houses. Don't skip this gem if it is available!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

1st time to SD California

Directions to VRBO was acutely described. Very very clean and organized. Perfect location. We walked around a lot. Took a Uber as needed because parking is limited. Host told us this before we came from Minnesota. The cottage was comfortable. Plenty of towels. The coffee was good. We enjoyed our time in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lian O., Strathmore,Alberta,Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location, location,location

Location is fantastic, close to ocean and bay! Nicely decorated,older property. Very well appointed, but not luxurious. Since we used bikes, the lack of parking wasn’t an issue. Maybe add a set of bikes as compensation for the parking situation 😀. We enjoyed our stay and would come back to this property, because the location can’t be beat 🌞.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen A.

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

Beach time while visiting family

My husband and I stayed at this property for five days and loved the convenience to both the beach and the bay, the flat walkway that goes around the entire bay and beach area, the quiete neighborhood and the easy access to Pacific Beach and San Diego. The property was very clean. The host was super responsive. We discovered that the coffee carafe was broken when we arrrived, contacted the owner and had a full machine replacement on our doorstop hours later. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Kristin M.

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

Lovely location…..

Lovely location nestled between the bay and ocean. Directions to the place were a little confusing to both myself and Uber driver but with the help of a kind woman in the rental office was able to find it right away. I was very sad all the outdoor cushions were not only rain soaked but filthy; pretty much the reason why I rented this unit was because of this potentially lovely outdoor space. I understand they’ve gotten a lot of rain but the sun was shining when I arrived and those cushions should have been brushed off and set to dry in the sun! The indoor space was great with a well stocked kitchen ( although ice in freezer was an old half used stale bag of ice I immediately threw out). I would also recommend better lighting; half the outdoor lights were burned out and minimal lighting inside with the exception of very bright overhead lighting ( can you spell mood spoiler) and the wall sockets were in hard to reach places as I wandered around wondering where to plug my things in. The hair dryer was filled with old hair and dirt rendering it useless and disgusting. First time I opened the closet door the entire door came off its tracking! I will close with saying the rental agency was very quick to respond to my calls; although most disappointed when they said there was nothing they could do about the wet/ filthy cushions outside. Believe a little more attention to cleanliness lighting ( including easier access to wall sockets) would help this rental imensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Markus H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles wie beschrieben
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is absolutely perfect. We had a wonderful time. The host communicated with us when needed very fast! Super cute place :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great Location and Management Company

We had a fantastic stay. The property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. It's within walking distance to everything Mission and PB have to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Aaron Beard (Guesty)

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