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Charming Kensington Retreat Near Balboa Park & Downtown

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A bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, and orange pillows. There is a window with blinds, a potted plant, and a painting of a leopard on the wall.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, bookshelves, a sofa, and decorative items.
A dining area with a glass table, white plates, and green chairs.
A wooden deck with potted plants and string lights.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • 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
    Walk to Little Saigon

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Kensington Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Saigon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Adams Avenue Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms

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About the area

San Diego

Located in Mid-City, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. USS Midway Museum and Pechanga Arena are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. Travelling with kids? Don't miss San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Kensington Club - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Little Saigon - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Soda Bar - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Adams Avenue Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Banshee - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Grantville Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Urbanlife Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Madi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Kensington Retreat Near Balboa Park & Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Charming Kensington Retreat Near Balboa Park & Downtown?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Charming Kensington Retreat Near Balboa Park & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Kensington Retreat Near Balboa Park & Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Kensington Retreat Near Balboa Park & Downtown located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is located in Mid-City, within 3 mi (5 km) of San Diego State University, Viejas Arena and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are also within 6 miles (10 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. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 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
The house was perfect for a visit with college kids at SDSU!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful home with everything needed for a stay in Kensington. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well-stocked, and there is a lovely collection of books and art. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were so comfortable! We loved having two kings beds and a queen for our family when we stayed there. Host was very communicative, check in was simple, and the place was easy to find. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, charming home. Well stocked kitchen and lots of games, books and hang out places. Great neighborhood. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was absolutely wonderful to work with. Our guest left an item behind and the host made efforts to ensure that he was able to retreive the item. The home was lovely with spacious rooms and an airy feel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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