Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches

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A garden with purple flowers, a table, and a building in the background.
A garden with a wicker sofa and cushions, surrounded by various plants and trees.
A kitchen counter with a tray containing a bottle of wine, two wine glasses, a decorative card, and a vase of flowers.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a cactus decoration, and a book on the table.
A bed with a white headboard, a cactus-themed bedspread, and a green wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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La Mesa, CA
  • Place, La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Similar properties

Exterior
Mt. Helix Casita 10 minutes to SDSU, 20 minutes to beach
Mount Helix
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 1 review
The price is NZ$1,822
NZ$364 per night
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 9 April 2027
Mt. Helix Casita 10 minutes to SDSU, 20 minutes to beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this guesthouse is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and within 6 miles (10 km) of San Diego State University and Mount Helix Park. Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km). Spring St Trolley Station is 11 minutes by foot and La Mesa Boulevard Station is 14 minutes.

Luxury Guest-residence in a Beautiful garden just 15min from San Diego & Beaches Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and Serene

Wonderful place. Wish we could've spent more time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Casita

Joy was a pleasure to deal with, she was very responsive to all my needs. The property was very quiet and serene. The casita was stocked with everything that we needed. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway for San Diego

We needed a quick getaway to relax and attend a concert in SD. This was exactly what we needed. Joy's casita is settled in a relaxing and quite place. The details she puts into the room are wonderful. You can really relax. Thank you ladies for an enjoyable stay. We enjoyed all the birds and the breath of nature around us. We will consider it again when we need to stay somewhere in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfection!!

We had such an effortless and comfortable stay at this lovely guest house. Our family of 4 was so comfortable throughout our stay after being greeted warmly and given all instructions, complimentary prosecco, and treats and games for the kiddos. Alessia was so warm and kind and the beds here are luxurious. Every detail has been thought of here, and the garden and view are so beautiful! We will definitely come back here to stay when we are visiting our family again. Thank you so much for everything!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Getaway!

First of all, Alessia was incredible! The Cactus House was clean, welcoming, and had everything we could have imagined for a comfortable stay. Alessia was accommodating and patient with us. The beds were so comfortable and the decor was perfect. The backyard was so secluded and huge! The kids absolutely loved exploring and hanging outside. I can not wait to come back. Perfect location, very close to San Diego, yet very little traffic and every store imaginable around you. Thank you Alessia!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second to none, through and through

The Casita was by far and away the best VRBO I've stayed at. The owner, Alessia, is an amazing host and human being and extremely detail oriented. I was never left wondering on any topic, from shoes to laundry; and when I had questions she was very responsive. The pictures -- while great -- do this place no justice, and it was easily twice as nice in person. The little things also mounted up, too: the swan-folded towel, the veil blinds were all drawn creating a beautiful and exciting entry into the place and bedroom, the outdoor evening lighting was adorable, everything was labeled that needed to be...I could go on. My only comment is the bed is very plush. While great for some people, for me it was too much so I slept on the sofa bed instead which was plenty firm. I have zero complaints about this place and I honestly hope to stay here again. If you ever have the privilege of booking this stay, you will NOT be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property and location. The neighborhood itself was quiet, though background traffic noise from a nearby freeway was constant. Distant enough to not be disruptive, but noticeable. The house is apparently for sale and open houses were being held the days we had rented, which was a little disconcerting as we had not been made aware of this before our arrival. We did speak briefly with the real estate agent present and were assured our area would not be shown. We were away most of the time, so it didn't have much impact on us, but had we planned to just stay and relax, I'm not sure how that would have gone as I can't imagine prospective buyers were not shown the yard/garden. The rental itself was comfortable and the decore was cute. The shower was quite finicky and hard to maintain a comfortable temperature, but that was a minor inconvenience. The bed was very comfortable! Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful stay with a gracious host

Had a great time here, the home is beautiful and well presented with lots of amenities. The backyard is gorgeous as well with a hot tube and great view! Also very close to North Park, Downtown La Mesa, and other areas! Would highly recommend and we will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Garden Apartment

Our host was very gracious, providing everything we needed for our month-long stay. This is a GARDEN apartment, where you walk out to a spacious patio, with a huge garden. There are orange & avocado trees, and a zillion songbirds right outside. We took daily walks to LaMesa for groceries, antique shops, etc; and the expressways were very accessible. We will definitely re-book.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

loved it!

We really enjoyed the beautiful scenery in the backyard and the quiet neighborhood. The house has a very homey feel and the bed was super comfortable! This added to so much to our wonderful trip to San Diego! Thank you so much, Alessia!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely House

The Cactus House was bright, cozy, comfortable, and clean. We enjoyed our stay very much! We will definitely be back! Thank you for everything, Alessia!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

website problems

Everything about the property was all good. But I found the website difficult to use and, as I don't have a smart phone and couldn't use the ap, I had a lot of trouble figuring out how to communicate with the property owner. Once I was able to get her cell phone number, everything went smoothly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cute space, just what we were looking for

We needed a place for the night and this is exactly what we were looking for. Space was clean and bright, very cozy and at the right price. Bars and dining options within walking distance. The bed is super comfortable and the backyard is very pretty. The host is friendly and willing to help with any concern. Only things I would say that could use improvement: add a lock box for the key so if guests come in late they can just let themselves in and add cable for the TV or netflix or something.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

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