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Family-friendly 3bd / 2bh with outdoor and dining in SD's best location

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

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San Diego, CA
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family-friendly 3bd / 2bh with outdoor and dining in SD's best location

Welcome to this beautiful 3bd/2bth 1400 sqft home in San Diego's historic Little Italy/Banker’s Hill neighborhood. Eloquently decorated mid-century modern spacious unit includes plenty of space for family and friends and bonus outdoor living area with a fire pit, bocce court, synthetic turf and paver stone areas. A property this large and these amenities are rarely found in such a great location. Walking distance or short Uber to San Diego's top attractions (see below). Don't hesitate, book now!

Location, location, location! The home is the perfect location for anyone visiting San Diego for the first time or 20th time because of its fantastic walkability and closeness to San Diego's top attractions and activities.

The space:
This Spanish style villa was originally constructed in 1928 and has undergone a full restoration which provides modern comfort while maintaining the original style and charm. A chef's kitchen includes all the fixings and the dining room with table for 6 is perfect for hosting. Unit includes: AC/heat, walk in laundry room with washer/dryer, high-end stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, high end custom cabinets with slow closing drawers & hinges, under-counter LED lighting, beautifully restored original hardwood floors, recessed LED lighting and ceiling fans, solid core doors, custom bathrooms with high end tub and shower.

Pet and family friendly!
We are proud to provide a space perfect for the full family, including our smallest and furriest family members. We are pet friendly and this family friendly unit also includes a pack and play for the smallest members of your family. We've also stocked the unit with cards, board games and a Nintendo 64 to keep the whole family entertained.

Neighborhood description:
The home is nestled in the heart of San Diego in the historic Midtown neighborhood and is within walking distance or a 10 minute drive to some of San Diego’s top attractions including: Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Gaslamp Quarter, Waterfront Park, Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, Seaport Village, Ocean Beach, San Diego Museum of Art, Old Town State Historic Park, the San Diego Bay, Harbor cruises and San Diego Whale Watching Cruises.

Walking distance to some of San Diego's best restaurants, bars and entertainment: Mister A's, Herb & Wood, Juniper & Ivy, Nolita Hall, Born & Raised, Kettner Exchange, Ballast Point Brewery, Ironside, Camino Riveria, Coca Maya, Cloak & Petal, Cucina Urbana, Azuki sushi, Crack Shack.

It's within 15-20 minutes of the following top attractions: La Jolla cove, Coronado Island, Point Loma, Cabrillo National Monument, Sunset Cliffs, and San Diego's main beaches (Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach).

Nearby neighborhoods: Little Italy, Banker’s Hill, Mission Hills, Marina, Gaslamp Quarter, Hillcrest, North Park, Point Loma, and Old Town.

Get around easily with plenty demand ride shares (Uber & Lyft), walkable to on-demand electric scooters and public transportation.

Other things to note:
This private unit is one of three in a large tri-plex and features its own private gated entry and sits on its own floor so no walls are shared with neighbors. It also includes an extra-large backyard which sports a full size bocce ball court, an elegant natural gas stone fire pit, a large paver stone patio area, an eco-friendly synthetic turf area and a small citrus garden (orange, lemon and lime). Help yourself to the citrus, feel free to cut fresh roses from the English yellow rose tree or enjoy the scents of the two large plumeria trees. A yard this size and functional is rarely found in an urban area (note the property’s 92101 downtown zip code).

Guest access:
Guests will have full access to the home, the yard, and dog run. The unit is accessed via a private gated entryway. The property is pet friendly and includes a dog run along the side of the building.

Check-in:
We are happy to provide a safe self check-in / check-out process.

Property manager

Garret McBride
Premier Host

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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
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack & play available (in guest room closet)
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-07637L, 631431

About the area

San Diego

Located in Bankers Hill, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Seaport Village and Westfield UTC. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 7 min drive
  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moe Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fillipi's Pizza Grotto - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly 3bd / 2bh with outdoor and dining in SD's best location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Family-friendly 3bd / 2bh with outdoor and dining in SD's best location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly 3bd / 2bh with outdoor and dining in SD's best location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly 3bd / 2bh with outdoor and dining in SD's best location located?

Located in Bankers Hill, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Waterfront Park, Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). County Center - Little Italy Station is 14 minutes by foot and Middletown Station is 19 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hemanth E.

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

Sweet home close to airport and amenities

Awesome in every respect. Super responsive host
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elani T.

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

Great location in SD!

This is a very well located property! The place was clean, had parking, a nice backyard/fire pit, and the owner was very communicative. A couple things to note that don’t seem to be mentioned in the details or other reviews is there are a lot of stairs. A whole flight down to access the property and even some to get in a couple of bedrooms. Also, you can hear everyone walking in the unit above in the bedroom/dining room areas, as the unit is located on the bottom floor of the building. Still recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Vacation

The location was perfect and easy to get around.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nick O.

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

Good Property but Very Noisy Outside

I wish I could give better ratings but it was extremely noisy while trying to relax outside. The airport flight path was so close you could literally see the copilot and the jet noise was deafening. The freeway is really close and very noisy as well. The property is well insulated so you don't hear the freeway noise while inside and the jet noise was muffled significantly, otherwise it’s a good rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mando R.

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

Perfect Location

We had a great time staying here. Nice house with comfortable rooms / beds. The location is ideal, lots of places to eat.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carol R.

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

Super Convenient Home

This was a great home with all the amenities. We were able to walk to Balboa Park, Little Italy, and the Embarcadero. (we were a party of all adults). It is also under 2 miles from the airport, which is convenient, but there is no escaping that you are very close to the flight path. The owner is very responsive and we had a good time hanning out there in our down time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Great place

Great stay here. Very good location. Great communication with owner. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul B.

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

Everything is great except the noise.

Our family of 6, grandparents, parents, a toddler and an infant stayed at here from Friday till Monday. Upsides: Spacious three bedrooms, dinning and living space with A/C including parking. Communicative and welcoming host. Downside : NOISE Second bedroom We woke up from the noise of water running through the pipe above second bedroom at 4-4:20 am, every night. On top of that every time second bathroom is in-use, we can hear very loud inside of the second bedroom. Recommend not to use this room If you are a light sleeper or with small children. Third bedroom This room has the People were talking at 3 am till morning on Sat night. Main bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew c.

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

Out

Great location. Place was very clean. Parking was provided and it worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Nice place

Great location and clean place to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne A.

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

Little Italy weekend

This property is very clean and easy for a family. The beds were great and the outdoor space was comfortable. Walkable to restaurants and Little Italy. The only downside or upside, depending on perspective, is the proximity to airplane traffic. We enjoy planes, they are close, but with windows closed for sleep you won’t have issues. Host was very friendly,prompt and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

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

MCRD visit

We had a wonderful stay. We stayed with older kids and there was still plenty of room, everything was clean and well stocked, and great communication with our host. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jack i.

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

Perfect for visiting Marine Boot Camp Graduation Families!

The house was as advertised, very nice and clean inside! Location was perfect for us - nearby to the base, airport, and great food! Owner was responsive and helpful. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Quaint and Centrally Located

Our family enjoyed our stay at this property in San Diego. It was very close to Little Italy which allowed us to walk to some delicious restaurants. We appreciated being able to park in the driveway as parking can be difficult to find in San Diego. The property was very clean and welcoming. The host was very helpful and quick to respond to messages. It was very well stocked with everything we needed. We especially appreciated the small cooler to take to the beach for a day as well as the washer and dryer. The beds were very comfortable and we were not bothered by the airplanes flying so close by. We would stay here again if we come back to San Diego!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

San Diego vacation

Great location, planes huge hit w the 2 1/2 yo. Loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Great location, great property, clean!

Location was convenient, just a short walk to Little Italy, the place was clean and very well furnished and equipped. Beds were comfy as well. As other have noticed the location is on the final approach to San Diego International and on a hill so large planes are only a couple hundred feet above. I like plane spotting so this was a bonus. Noise wasn't bad with the windows closed. There is also noise from the freeway which is very close, but it was more of a white noise to us. Feedback - as someone else mentioned in a review - towels are getting tired. The hall bathroom shower was confusing to operate and could benefit having some written instructions (there are two controls, one for the water another for the two shower heads). Master bath had 1/2 of the lightbulbs out in the vanity. Hall Bath had one (or two). Fridge had chilled water and ice which was nice, but the filter was flashing that it needs to be replaced. Parking wasn't ever an issue for us, either right out front or the driveway if it was available. Would totally stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis D.

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

Beautiful space, close to everything

The property was super clean and spacious, and had thoughtful amenities. Walking distance to restaurants in Little Italy and to the waterfront. Like others mentioned, it is right in the landing path for the airport, but couldn’t hear them inside and we didn’t mind them sitting in the back yard and watching the planes while we sat around the lovely fire pit. Also we really appreciated having guaranteed parking! Had a little issue and the property management was super fast to respond. Towels are getting a little tired and had to jiggle the handle on the master toilet, but for the price, location, cleanliness and amount of space, would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

San Diego Vacation

We were supposed to be in the Gulf of Mexico, due to hurricane Beryl we did a last minute change of plans and opted for San Diego. The location of this home was wonderful, parking was never an issue. Our kids were so exhausted from the beach and daily adventures everyone slept great, noise was not an issue. The property is just as described, we spent an evening in the backyard and enjoyed the firepit and a movie night. It was an overall great stay, we would definitely come back and stay in this home. Our older kids loved walking down to Little Italy for coffee, dinner, and the market on Wednesday. The property owner is very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great vacation spot!

The whole family enjoyed our stay at Garrett’s place. All the beds were comfy with great pillows!! That’s always very important to me. The house was very clean upon arrival. It would have been nice to have a TV in the bedroom to watch while relaxing, but definitely not a deal breaker. You’ll be just minutes from Little Italy. I definitely recommend exploring down there. The house is very close to SAN airport, right in the landing flight path to be exact. It’s a little noisy during the day, but plane traffic slows way down at night. No one had a problem sleeping at night because of the noise. Garrett did provide earplugs, but we didn’t need them. 10/10 would stay here again!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

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

Convenient spot close to little italy

This was perfect for a guys weekend away. Quick walk to Ballast Point or anywhere else in little Italy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherry S.

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

Beautiful family house

Loved the communication and the house was just right for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Garret McBride

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Hi I'm Garret! Sunny Good Vibes Properties' Owner and Operator. We love providing the warmest and best vibes for our guests by curating s space to foster memorable experiences for you and your loved ones. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or if you need assistance booking! Hope to see you soon!

Why they chose this property

Large functional pet-friendly property with everything to make your stay with family, friends and loved one's a most memorable experience in one of the most centrally located neighborhoods for someone looking to experience the best restaurants, bars and attractions that San Diego offers. Unit includes a pack-and-play and high-chair for our youngest guests.

The home is the perfect location for anyone visiting San Diego for the first time or 20th time because of its fantastic walkability and closeness to San Diego's top attractions and activities.

Within walking distance or a 10 minute drive to some of San Diego’s top attractions including: Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Gaslamp Quarter, Waterfront Park, Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, Seaport Village, Ocean Beach, San Diego Museum of Art, Old Town State Historic Park, the San Diego Bay, Harbor cruises and San Diego Whale Watching Cruises.

Come soak up the San Diego sun in the extra-large backyard which sports a full size bocce ball court, an elegant natural gas stone fire pit, a large paver stone patio area, an eco-friendly synthetic turf area and a small citrus garden (orange, lemon and lime). Enjoy the well light yard at night and keep warm during chilly nights with the gas fire-pit.

What makes this property unique

A 1400 sqft unit to functionally accommodate small or large groups including outdoor space this size and functional is rarely found in an urban area (note the property’s 92101 downtown zip code).

Extra-large backyard which sports a full size bocce ball court, an elegant natural gas stone fire pit, a large paver stone patio area, an eco-friendly synthetic turf area and a small citrus garden (orange, lemon and lime). Help yourself to the citrus, feel free to cut fresh roses from the English yellow rose tree or enjoy the scents of the two large plumeria trees.

Skip the rental car completely with this urban oasis (10 minute Uber ride from the airport and a walkability score over 9). Walk to top restaurants and bars, Waterfront Park, Balboa park and so much more!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests