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Aqua-Sun-Kissed Shores -Cozy Beach Cottage
The perfect beach rental. Steps from Mission Beach and Mission Bay are two Craftsman beach cottages with individual outdoor patios along with a shared courtyard on one property offering respite from the world outside. FULLY FURNISHED & cozy both cottages can be rented together to accommodate your upcoming beach adventures (to book them both, see https://www.airbnb.com/h/azulmissionbeach The shared courtyard has a BBQ, a table and chairs for outdoor dining along with additional outdoor seating.

LOFT: Detached Cottage with Patio
Located in the heart of Normal Heights, where everything is walkable; pubs, markets, cafes. Local’s favorite! The LOFT is a spacious open-space studio loft, in a stand-alone cottage. Whether you fall in love with the vaulted-beamed ceilings, the Loft-style open kitchen, the clawfoot tub, the art & decor, or the lush landscaping, you won’t likely forget this place any time soon. Everywhere you turn is a feast for your eyes. We’ve ensured that comfort is as much of a priority as is beauty.

Ocean Beach Cottages 3 Sunset Cottage
Charming beach cottage built in 1918. We’ve kept the original hardwood floors, wood beam ceilings & exterior. While updating to include everything you need for perfect beach vacation. The small one room studio accommodation includes air conditioning, heat, queen size bed, full bath with shower & tub. Kitchenette has microwave & 2 burner hot plate for light cooking. Fast internet &smart tv to stream apps. Cottage is one block off the main street & 2 blocks to beach at end of our street.

Canyon Views w/ Outdoor Seating & Parking
Prime location! Within walking distance to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Ralph’s, cafes, gyms, amazing restaurants, great nightlife, and Sunday's Farmer's Market! This newly restored historic cottage is in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego. Originally located in Balboa Park, it housed workers for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. Perched on a canyon, the cottage blends modern amenities with farmhouse charm. Book now for a San Diego stay that fuses the past with modern comforts!

Private Cottage near Balboa Park
Welcome to this stylish, romantic, and quiet casita situated in a private garden setting! Located in exciting North Park, you can walk just blocks to some of San Diego's best restaurants, cafes, and breweries, as well as the Observatory for concerts and Morley Field, home to a beautiful outdoor public pool and tennis facility. You are a five minute drive to the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, a 10 minute drive to downtown/airport, and a 15 minute drive to beautiful beaches.

Fabulous Cottage at the Beach
Newly remodeled 1940's cottage just 50 steps to the sand with fabulous beach and ocean views. Enjoy the ocean breeze from your front porch and watch people walk by. Go sunbathing and swimming, take a bike ride or a stroll on the beach, have a glass of wine and witness the most beautiful sunsets. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Ocean Beach. This bright and cozy cottage has everything you'll need to feel at home.

Beach Getaway w/AC, Steps to Sand
With AC! This beach cottage is just 300 feet from the beach. It has an updated kitchen and bathroom while maintaining it's original charm. With a new memory foam mattress as of mid-march 2024. There is a deck in the front with seating for four people. It is the front cottage in our small beach complex. Rent one or rent all three! See all my listings: https://www.airbnb.com/s?host_id=17168667

Ocean front Paradise– see waves from Jacuzzi!
Escape to our updated Salem Surf Sanctuary, perfect for couples & small families. Recently remodeled with a separate entertainment room for the kids or a quiet space for doing yoga. Or use it as a kids playroom with the many Childrens activities and toys available. Watch the sunset from our the therapeutic Jacuzzi spa. Relax, explore, and create lasting memories. Book your getaway today!

Dragonfly Cottage - In the Heart of San Diego
Cozy cottage located in HIllcrest, the heart of San Diego. Private entrance with a full kitchen and shared patio/BBQ area and Hot Tub. Super close to Balboa Park, The San Diego Zoo, Beaches and Downtown. Walking distance to an amazing array of restaurants and bars. A great place to relax and enjoy all that San Diego has to offer.

Historic Charmer Steps to Downtown
Charming, fully renovated cottage located in an Historic District on the edge of Downtown San Diego. This is a safe, QUIET historic neighborhood. Not a tourist area. Most guests drive or ride share. There is one off-street parking spot for you. There no coffee shops or restaurants in the immediate few blocks.

Cute Beach Cottage - Walk to Beach, Bay, & More
Perfect little 1br/studio in Pacific Beach near the beach, bay, shopping, restaurants, and bars. Private entrance from the driveway. Separate kitchen area has mini fridge, mini stove, Keurig coffee maker, and a nice dining table area that doubles as the perfect spot to work from home.

La Jolla Shores redwood beach cottage
Redwood cottage 3 blocks walking distance to beautiful La Jolla Shores beach. Large serene back yard with patio, hot tub, outdoor shower and beautiful plants and trees. Near shopping and restaurants but in a quiet setting. In 2024, 45% of our bookings were from repeat guests.
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Destinations to explore
- Rosarito Beach
- LEGOLAND California
- Oceanside City Beach
- San Diego Convention Center E Ent
- SeaWorld San Diego
- University of California-San Diego
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Petco Park
- Ocean Front Walk
- Torrey Pines State Beach
- Tijuana Beach
- Coronado Beach
- Pacific Beach
- San Diego Zoo
- Pechanga Resort Casino
- Liberty Station
- Moonlight State Beach
- La Misión Beach
- Belmont Park
- Sesame Place San Diego
- Oceanside Harbor
- Coronado Shores Beach
- Black's Beach
- Torrey Pines Golf Course




