
Cottage holiday rentals in San Diego
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 230 holiday rentals in San Diego

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San Diego holiday rentals start at $102 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
110 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 90 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
120 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
230 of San Diego holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across San Diego rentals

4.9 Average rating
San Diego stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
San Diego's top spots, include Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and La Jolla Cove
Top-rated cottage rentals in San Diego
Guests agree: These cottages are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Pet friendly with AC, parking & steps to beach
Beach cottage restored into the best vacation retreat in Mission beach w/ dedicated parking, AC, & pet friendly. Fantastic location -Walking distance to favorite local restaurants- Mission Cafe, Moe’s, Molly’s, Single Fin, Olive's & Miss B's. And 1 block to ocean beach & steps to bayside beach! Experience all the luxuries of home w/ 55 " 4K TV, remodeled kitchen, private patio with outdoor TV, & 4 beach cruisers/beach chairs, boogie/paddle boards & kayak. STR license - 03687L TOT #-518908

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.

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!

La Jolla Beach Cottage Gem
This is the perfect beach cottage for your La Jolla stay. Located a few short blocks to world famous beaches & La Jolla's iconic Village. Within walking distance is the La Jolla Cove, restaurants, shops, parks, historic buildings, museums, art center, the library, yoga, gyms, spas and more. A short drive to The Shores, scuba diving, kayaking, snorkeling, the Pier & Birch Aquarium. Enjoy all the comforts of home and the pleasures of a vacation.

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.

La Mesa House On a Hill With Mountain Views!
SUNRISE PERCH - A standalone guest house, perfect spot for your San Diego stay! Enjoy inspiring sunrise views from the deck or relax indoors with super fast WiFi and a 43" TV. Enjoy a full kitchen! The king bed is comfy and the bathroom is stocked. The space is only for those looking for quiet. No partying/loud socializing. Located 20 min from downtown San Diego and 25 min from the nearest beach (Ocean Beach).

Beach Days Are Booking Fast at Green Door!
Just 3 blocks from the beach, Green Door Cottage is a cozy, colorful, dog-friendly escape in the heart of Ocean Beach. Enjoy a private yard, full kitchen, A/C, stylish vintage touches, and free parking for one car. Walk to top restaurants, local shops, tasting rooms, yoga studios, and Dog Beach just a few blocks away. Warm, welcoming, and full of coastal charm, it’s the perfect San Diego getaway.

Ocean Beach ~ Your dream vacation!
Welcome to our charming Beach Bungalow, a coastal haven just steps away from the sand and sea. This idyllic retreat offers a cozy living space with panoramic ocean views, a well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms for peaceful nights. Enjoy private patio moments, beach walks, and the soothing sound of the waves. Your ultimate beach bum experience begins here.

Pepper Berry Beach Cottage
Located in a quiet neighborhood of Ocean Beach. Built in the 1940's, Pepper Berry Beach Cottage is a classic Southern California beach cottage with the authentic charm and character that comes from age and good maintenance. If you like bright airy open spaces with no cleaning fee then Pepperberry Beach cottage is the place for you.

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.

Ocean view, Del Mar beach house
Gorgeous Cape Cod cottage! Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the Pacific ocean, miles of gorgeous walks overlooking the ocean which is just steps from the cottage. Walk to the beach or into the village of Del Mar. Walking distance to delightful breakfast spots, indulgent spa treatments, fabulous restaurants.
Popular amenities for San Diego cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Crown Point Gem with Salt Water Pool

Ocean front Paradise– see waves from Jacuzzi!

Country cottage 30 mins from San Diego beaches!

The Avocado Hut- Private Guesthouse, HOT TUB!

D27 NCV - Ground level Oceanfront Cottage

Luxury Retreat | Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Walk Beach!

1bd large backyard with spa, firepit, dining, pets

HideAway - Guest Favorite for 12 Years!
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Family and Pet Friendly Beach Bungalow

1/2 block to beach & quick walk to downtown OB.

Brighton Beach Cottage 2 - Literally Steps to Sand

Cheerful & Sunny-3BR House in Pacific Beach CA

Charming Ocean Beach Cottage minutes to Ocean w/AC

Writers' Cottage -Pets OK, Last minute DEALS avail

Pacific Beach Cottage w/ backyard & parking

Cheerful, Peaceful, 4 BR Country Cottage
Private cottage rentals

Ocean Beach Sunshine Cottage 1 Includes parking

Azul-Seashells & Serenity ,Steps to Mission Beach

Soulful Garden Cottage by the Beach

Yellow 2-Bedroom Cottage Steps to The Beach

Beach Cottage for family stay and work from home

NEW Private PB Modern Cottage w/ Large Wood Deck

50 Steps to the Bay & 100 steps to the Ocean!

Cozy Cottage -3 blocks from beach+parking+bikes
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $268 NZD | $273 NZD | $312 NZD | $315 NZD | $322 NZD | $378 NZD | $401 NZD | $353 NZD | $286 NZD | $280 NZD | $283 NZD | $285 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 15°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 20°C | 21°C | 22°C | 22°C | 20°C | 17°C | 14°C |
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