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Reviews

Heather

July 2026

This place worked well for us. We liked having a small quiet outdoor area and the indoor spaces were spacious. The location was great for us to drive to the various places we needed to go. The place was very clean. Check in an out was simple. There was free off street parking. The neighborhood felt safe. Can't think of anything.

Monica

June 2026

This was a fantastic rental home for my family’s trip. The home was very comfortable and I really appreciated that the basics were provided so we could simply enjoy being in San Diego and not rush out to buy household goods. The beds were very comfortable and large. The home was a fantastic size, very clean, and had many amenities that made our stay very easy and enjoyable. Thank you!

lionel

May 2026

This loft has a sense of character and expansive space with its high ceilings/windows, and the details for longer stays are impeccable! I celebrate the little details the host provides for your stay, e.g. fresh towels, dishwasher pods, trash bags, a fully stocked kitchen. Veena, the host, cares about comfort and details, and is fast to respond to any needs that may arise. She did her best to make my stay as pleasant as possible. Other details about my stay: walking distance to cafés, bars, restaurants, bakeries, and groceries. Also rooftop view reading my book while watching the sun sink behind Downtown’s hedge of buildings was a delight. Be mindful that this area contends with its share of homelessness.

Melanie

April 2026

The beds were super comfortable and the area was really quiet. The only thing we didn’t like which isn’t really bad was that there was no paper towel or Kleenex. I know they don’t need to supply that sort stuff but it’s typically something that is supplied.

Lilian

March 2026

Todo estuvo perfecto, es una casa bastante amplia, zona muy bien ubicada a 15 minutos de la Jolla y downtown, es una zona muy tranquila, la casa cumple con todas las expectativas, tiene 3 cuartos amplios y 2 baños, la cocina muy grande y la sala y comedor también, muy cómodo todo, estuvieron al pendiente siempre y fueron de mucha ayuda, sin duda regresaría.

Ashli

February 2026

I liked how clean it was. I have a toddler and cleanliness is really important to me. I also liked the backyard. It was safe for her and the dog to run around in.

Mary

February 2026

Location was perfect, the neighborhood was safe and quiet. The house was very clean with modern appliances and plumbing. The coffee bar was a great bonus. The Beds were comfortable. The entire house is almost completely baby-proof, so it’s perfect for families with young children. Heating was mentioned in the listing under “Miscellaneous”, but we could not figure out if there was any Heating system or not. It got quite cold at night, but not unbearable. Plenty of blankets were available. I did not know the property was a duplex with a shared wall. This was not an issue for us, but I wasn’t expecting it so it might be an issue for others. We could definitely hear the other person through the wall.

Lindsey

November 2025

Great location, close to the highway. Nicely decorated, very clean, and includes everything you need for a short or long stay. Cute fenced in yard, washer/dryer, grill, plenty of towels, ceiling fans plus extra fan in closet, a/c in every room (nice bonus), full kitchen, plenty of room inside and out for a big family. They even have a dog bed for furry guests! The owner is very quick to respond to texts. Easy check in and out. The beds were comfy and felt like everything was newly renovated. The pictures actually don't do this place justice. We will definitely be staying here again!!! Highly recommend! Honestly, a hammock in the front yard would have been amazing with the San Diego weather. I have nothing bad to say about our stay at all!!!

Becca

October 2025

We loved the location of the property, it was very central to everywhere we had planned to travel to! It also met the criteria we needed for my elderly handicap grandfather! Really made our stay in San Diego as pleasant as we had hoped for! Definitely will be rebooking for future trips to see our family!❤️ Nothing our hosts were amazing!

Ulrike

September 2025

Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub. Die Ausstattung ist sehr gut und es war alles vorhanden was man braucht. Alles war relativ neu. Außerdem war das Haus sehr sauber. Den Grill auf der Terasse fanden wir toll. Die Lage des Hauses war für uns gut. Wir hatten ein Auto und konnten die Stadt und die Strände gut von dort erkunden. Einen Schlüssel braucht man nicht um ins Haus zu kommen, da die Türöffnung mit einem Code funktioniert. Bei Fragen war eine Ansprechpartnerin jederzeit per Email zu erreichen. Es gab auch eine Notfallnummer, die wir erfreulicher Weise nicht benötigt haben. Wir können das Haus empfehlen und kommen bestimmt wieder :-) Wir haben nicht zu beanstanden. Alles war bestens :-)