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Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Ocean Beach Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Beach Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach

Every aspect of this home has been completely rebuilt from the foundation up. In early 2016 we took on the monumental task of taking the existing structure down to the foundation. We meticulously removed everything between the foundation and the roof structure expanding and re-configuring the floor plan. The end result was an efficient 2 bedroom 2 bath beach house with top end finishes that lives sophisticated but comfortable. Walls, windows, kitchen, baths, fireplace, flat screen TV (Premium Channels) Herring bone patterned floors, Mahogany doors, Quartz counters, Stainless steel appliances, French doors open to front patio.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
If violated you will lose Sec. Deposit
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No where on property
Check out instructions are located in the welcome book, and sent again at check out time. check out time and housekeeping services are at 11:00 am.
Max. occupancy is 4 at all times unless otherwise noted. After more than 4 guests if approved, charge $50 per person, per night.
No Smoking of any substance allowed anywhere on our property. No animals due to critical health issues

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
Note from host: if violated you will lose Sec. Deposit
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-03433L, 620301

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Ocean Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Bay and Mission Beach, while Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dog Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ocean Beach Farmers Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Beach Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar & Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee And Plants - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪OB Surf Lodge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach People’s Food Co-op - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach ?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach on 26 April 2026 start from NZ$416, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Toes in the sand - 1/2 Block to the Beach located?

Located in Ocean Beach, this holiday home is steps from Ocean Beach Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Marine Corps Recruit Depot is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the property was very clean and in excellent condition.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ronald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house we enjoyed ourselves close to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a nice time. Convenient location to beach and easy walk to good restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near the beach and a wide variety of interesting restaurants. Convenient parking and exactly as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything, walk to town, walk to beach, beach amenities (boggie boards, towels, coolers) all available to use. Cozy, great sitting area to enjoy the cool temps.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in this property, which was just as reflected in the photos and is in a great location very close to the beach. The owner was a stellar communicator and the property was exceptionally clean and well appointed. The outside patio and the availability of parking on the property were fabulous amenities. We hope to stay in this property again on future visits to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is located in a very walkable range to the beach and the Ocean Beach Downtown area. The host was very friendly and responsive. Made it super easy for checking in and checking out.Great little patio area to enjoy the weather and the ocean breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean floors / that front door lock is a pain!!!! AC
One evening in doors!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an outstanding stay at this place.This cute little house is one block from the beach but also has a secluded patio with a table, chairs and a fire pit. We felt like we were in our own private park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is very nice and close to everything. We enjoyed the patio and beach vibes this place provided. Hosts were excellent and responded quickly to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebe I.

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

family vacation

wonderful property with lovely patio
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really great beach bungalow. Incredibly comfortable, clean, and great location. I gave it a low family friendly rating because I think adults would enjoy it more. I do think kids would have fun too but the size of the home is on the smaller scale so if you brought kids with toys you might feel a little overwhelmed. My opinion, I’m sure families have enjoyed it. I would stay here again. It’s very close to the beach and very close to some cute breakfast and coffee shops. The patio area is divine. I loved it. It’s in a very walkable neighborhood which is even better. My only struggle was the doorknob on the house. We figured it out but it was complicated.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

BEACH TIME

WONDERFUL
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. The two bedrooms were perfect for our family and worked great for small children. There were family games and kids plates etc. the front yard porch area is just amazing and so spacious. We loved spending the day at the beach and then grilling and spending the rest of our night outside in the front yard area. Then a quick walk to the beach for sunset! Town is also a quick walk away as well. The house is on a quiet street and literally a 4 minute walk to the beach. They also have all the beach stuff you could need (sand toys, chairs, towels, boogie boards). Also amazing that it had its own parking so we never had to worry about parking. Such a great place and we love being in OB!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

ANN L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is five star. And because of that we intend on returning and would have some strong suggestions to make for the owner. Hooks or towel holders put up in the bathroom hooks on the back of the door are not helpful as you can’t reach him when you’re done showering. Maybe a new cleaning crew because the place was not clean. The blankets that were in the basket outside were soaked and filthy dirty strongly urge them to be stored inside once they’re washed. With the small dishwasher, small kitchen plates would be helpful and a vinegar cycle on that washer dishwasher would probably be extremely helpful as well. I really believe that the cleanliness was a little far for the unit. The unit is so cute and the location is fabulous. I just was nervous about sitting on the sofa and pillows and the blanket just wasn’t sure about how clean they really were. We enjoyed ourselves. We will come back just not confident in the cleanliness pretty much overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathen R.

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

great stay in OB

Location was great for being close to shops and surfing. The large courtyard was a great place to relax
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun A.

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

Great Ocean Beach Location

Wonderful stay at this house. Enjoyed the proximity to everything and the privacy of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy a.

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

Perfect spot!

The bed house is perfect for 4 ! Updated bathrooms kitchen living space … Beds are a bit small for adults Location was perfect !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody D.

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

Great stay with excellent patio/outdoor space

This place was perfect for a long weekend with my grandparents visiting from out of state. Easily walkable to beach and bars/restaurants. Definitely recommend for those wanting to stay in OB!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

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

A nice comfortable beach cottage.

The house was even more desirable than the VRBO portrayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Wonderful retreat at the beach

This is a cute and cozy place to stay while visiting San Diego, Ocean Beach and surrounding areas. Host was extremely responsive and helpful. Location is great - only a couple-minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah I.

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

Good time!

Great location if you’re looking to walk to the beach. Clean and comfortable house- great fora couple!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

VacayCA

Close walking distance to beach. House has been updated and is comfortable for our group of 4. We had what we needed to cook meals at the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

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

OB hideaway

We were visiting our kids who live in OB and Mission Hills and this place was perfect for us, very close to the beach, shops , downtown OB and the courtyard was a great place for us to gather. The place itself is modern and nicely put together with care. Definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara w.

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

Location location location!

We found this to be in a great location. We stayed a very short time but we’re able to enjoy Torrey Pines, La Jolla, children’s pool, San Diego Zoo. We drove the cost to Laguna beach and watched many sun sets at sunset cliffs. We enjoyed Many great restaurants walking distance toward the pier. Ended our trip for souvenirs in “old town San Diego” 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kelly

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We feel blessed to have lived in San Diego for the past 40 years. Our wish is to create unique spaces so that our guests can experience the best that San Diego has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This property is unique because it has been completely rebuilt from the ground up and located only 1/2 block from world famous Ocean Beach. Our guest get to enjoy this fantastic location as well as every modern convenience in a stylish beach bungalow. The beach lots are typically tight but this one is large by comparison. This beach house rests at the back of the lot which allows for a generous amount of outdoor space to relax and entertain. We do not accept changes to calendar 7 days prior to arrival.

What makes this property unique

The location of the beach house is ideal to take advantage of the beach, nearby restaurants, pubs, antique shops, fishing, biking and other water front attractions.

Languages:

English

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