A Private Canyon Retreat- Where Nature Meets Downtown San Diego

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A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a residential area with palm trees and houses.
A room with a wooden cabinet against a dark wall, a door leading to a balcony with a chair and a small table, and a view of palm trees and houses.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. A kitchen area is visible through an open doorway.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a brick-patterned floor.
A dining table set with white plates, bowls, and cutlery, a clock on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Balboa Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Whistle Stop
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

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About the area

San Diego

North Park, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. 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 Fashion Valley Mall. 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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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Whistle Stop - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balboa Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Balboa Park Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 9 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • 32nd - Commercial Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Drop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Intazza Coffee Mug & Grub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harland South Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Stop Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Private Canyon Retreat- Where Nature Meets Downtown San Diego pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Private Canyon Retreat- Where Nature Meets Downtown San Diego?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Private Canyon Retreat- Where Nature Meets Downtown San Diego?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Private Canyon Retreat- Where Nature Meets Downtown San Diego?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A Private Canyon Retreat- Where Nature Meets Downtown San Diego located?

Located in North Park, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Balboa Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from San Diego Zoo. San Diego City College and Old Globe Theater are also within 3 miles (5 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. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

10/10

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
Clean, cozy and quiet. Great location. Easy access to balboa park and zoo
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful accommodations in a great area
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have had a great week staying in this home. Great home base for a family of four! We walked to coffee shops, ate dinner in the deck, and had easy drives everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, and very convenient to a lot of things to do in San Diego!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. It was walking distance of restaurants and stores and easy driving distance to attractions and entertainment. The house was well-stocked, and we had access to everything we needed. The view was incredible driving in and from the back deck. It was a great vacation home!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is amazing! The deck overlooking a small canyon is a beautiful place to eat, have coffee or wine. The bedrooms and bathroom are comfortable and so well appointed. The entire place is decorated and provisioned so well. A great neighborhood to walk around and convenient to other areas of San Diego. A place that feels like home not a typical rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy property just right for two to four people. In an established neighborhood not far from San Diego Zoo and museums. The back deck in particular has a fantastic view of the canyon to relax at the end of the day. The hosts were helpful and communicative. A great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time relaxing on the back deck and exploring the neighborhood. Close to downtown as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The back deck was the real feature, overlooking a small canyon. Quiet neighborhood, cute house, walking distance to restaurants and retail. Hoiuse was incredibly well-stocked for cooking and living.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place! What a beautiful view from the deck. It was so peaceful and quiet. Great walking area, coffee shops down the road. A simple, cozy home with everything we needed.
The best spot for a cup of coffee or tea.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was quiet and as advertised and exceeded our expectations. The location was perfectly situated for everywhere we wanted to go and was within a half mile of restaurants and coffee shops worth visiting for breakfast/brunch and dinner. I especially enjoyed walking through the surrounding neighborhoods each morning and then stopping at one of the four unique coffee shops nearby. The deck overlooking the canyon was also enjoyable and relaxing in the morning and evening. Recommend hiking through Juniper Canyon as well. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, cozy home close to the city. Would recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

San Diego getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here. Neighborhood was super quiet. One of the reasons we chose this house was it is an easy walkable distance to restaurants. We definitely would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Spot

This house feels like a home and is cozy and comfortable. The location is fantastic and the outdoor space is unbelievable. I travel to SD frequently and this is my favorite stay so far. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home away from home! Close to everything. Clean home with great character. I would not hesitate to stay here again. Thank you for the wonderful accomodations!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and view from deck

Easy Walking distance to restaurants and bars . Comfortable furnishings
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time in San Diego! Property manager was great about answering any questions or concerns we had in a timely manner. The neighborhood was great! We felt very safe and appreciated the private driveway for parking. Beds were comfortable! We would def stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy, comfortable, & safe

We had a lovely long weekend stay in this home. Everything is as described, and we were comfortable. The home is located in a nice neighborhood where we could walk to restaurants, a coffee shop, and a fantastic book store! No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful space, great location

We love South Park and this house put us within an easy 10-min walk of the north side of the neighborhood. The house was very restful, lots of bird noises and hardly any traffic noises. The check out was easy - we took out the trash the night before and stripped the sheets in the morning. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2025
Thanks Lindsay! We are so glad you enjoyed the nature sounds and peaceful feel of the canyon. We hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

we had a wonderful stay here

This is a cute little house in a pretty setting along a canyon that is conveniently located to San Diego attractions. My wife and I stayed six nights. It was easy to move in and live here. The house was clean and comfortable and had all the necessary amenities in the kitchen and bath. It’s in an older neighborhood that was quiet and private, and felt very safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 February 2024
Thanks so much for enjoying our accommodations Bob and Linda! We also appreciate your thoughtful review. We hope to host you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about the accommodation. The check-in and out were simple. The property had everything we needed for our week-long stay. I mean EVERYTHING. The only thing we had to do was get groceries. There was a fully accommodating kitchen. Pots, pans, dishes, silverware, appliances, spices, oils, etc. We left a few to add to the mix. The bathroom was set with plenty of towels and shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, hand soap, and cleaning supplies. The place was beautiful. The view was great, and the atmosphere was so relaxing. We stayed the first week of June, and there was no need for air. The cross breeze was everything. It was very private, and the location was perfect. Minutes from anything you need or want, and not in the business of the city. This was like being at home. I needed a safety pin, and it was there in the sewing kit :) We truly loved it here, and we plan to be back soon! This home had us thinking of relocating; it was just that nice. Thank you, Alicia! We truly appreciate the effort put into this home to make us feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous South Park Stay

Love, love, love this place. Fantastic view of the canyon from the large deck. Quiet, pretty neighborhood. Fell in love with the sofa which is amazingly comfortable for every body size. King bed is firm and comfortable. Lots of big windows allow natural light. Kitchen well equipped. Love the retro accents. Very clean and well maintained. Host was responsive and helpful. Highly recommend and will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2024
Thanks so much Michele! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay and appreciate the views and the details we put into the home :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, Vintage-Inspired Escape in San Diego

This home was the perfect base for our family getaway. Set in a quiet, nature-filled neighborhood, it felt like a hidden oasis right in the middle of the city—peaceful, safe, and a great place to unwind after busy days exploring San Diego.The vintage decor was tasteful and full of character—it added so much warmth and charm, like stepping into a well-loved home from another era. Everything was super clean, well-organized, and thoughtfully arranged. The beds were incredibly comfortable, and we all slept great!Our host was fantastic—attentive, responsive, and made everything easy from start to finish.We’d definitely book again. Whether you’re visiting with kids or just want a relaxing, cozy place with personality, this spot is a total win. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2025
Thanks so much David! We're thrilled to hear you appreciated the details and thought we put into setting up our rental property. We enjoyed hosting you there and hope you will stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nice and clean and a quiet neighborhood easy to find. I would definitely come back here again if I needed a place in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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