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Perfectly located, Modern, custom built casita w/AC & rooftop igloo sunset deck

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An outdoor seating area with a dome tent, lounge chairs, and patterned rugs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a window with a view of the backyard.
A neatly made bed with a white duvet, a decorative lamp on a bedside table, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A living room with a white cabinet, a patterned rug, a lamp, and a television on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white subway tiles, a window with a view of a wooden fence, and a bar area with three stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, San Diego Black Ensemble Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Diversionary Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

With a stay at this guesthouse in San Diego (University Heights), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. .This family-friendly guesthouse is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Hotel Circle.
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Diversionary Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • J.A. Cooley Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rich's Nightclub - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mission Valley Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TapRoom Beer Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Great Maple - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lestat's on Park - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Good Omen Coffee Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Live Wire Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Perfectly located, Modern, custom built casita w/AC & rooftop igloo sunset deck

Perfectly located and custom built with travelers and family in mind. Totally private compact 2 bdrm/1 bath house with A/C, private entrance, full private roof top deck, with star gazing igloo and 2 outdoor patio! Eclectic neighborhood with our own quaint main street lined with amazing restaurants and bars-University Heights is where it's at! Only a short walk to Hillcrest and easy drive to North Park, $5 Uber ride to downtown, 10 minute drive to the zoo and balboa park, 15 minute drive to beaches.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free guesthouse offers wheelchair access and games.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please wash and put away any dishes used
Please bag up rubbish and recycling and leave outside the front door
Please turn AC off
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: we welcome your furry family

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have everything you need to travel with infants

Events

No events allowed
Send request if inquiring for roof top deck

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: send request if inquiring for roof top deck
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-00216L, 623961

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Perfectly located, Modern, custom built casita w/AC & rooftop igloo sunset deck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to have a vacation! We had a great time there and definitely enjoyed! Plan to come back next time
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family of 4. The host was very attentive when we had questions and even left beach toys for our kids. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great and the host was prepared for any age visitor with extra toys/items
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolute pleasure to stay at. Host is amazing and the property is perfectly situated! Close to great independent coffee shops and restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Host was great at communication and place was everything as advertised. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great host. Place does have almost everything to be honest…low profile (entrance via the back alley) and the top deck was fantastic! Return visit a must…San Diego is awesome!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating. The Casita was lovely and a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful stay! The place was clean and the host thoughtfully provided some toys and gear for my toddler son. Loved the rooftop seating, so much fun to sit out there in the evening. Nice, chill neighborhood with some good shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed for our stay was available! We explored the area by day and enjoyed comfortable evenings in a very lovely property. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly. I would recommend this property to my family and friends or anyone visiting the area.Lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This vacation rental is one of the best I’ve stayed in. The location is about 15 minutes from anything you’d want to go see, the rooms are comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. We enjoyed the privacy of the patio and the host was gracious and happy to lend us children’s toys and beach gear for our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property…we will definitely stay here again when in town. Owner are great with communication…feels like a home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great find. Was perfect home base for our time San Diego. The host was great, and made sure that we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family of four, they thought of everything from beach towels to toys and loved the convenience of washer and dryer. It’s in a great location, we walked everyday to breakfast and to get coffee. No issues with parking always found a spot on the street.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect for our zoo, Balboa park and Sea World plans. Safe, quiet and cozy location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lively stay and a perfect host! Many thanks, Amanda!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was nice and cozy, and we especially appreciated the terrace, which gave my son plenty of room to work on his robotics skills for his competition. It's rare to find a place that feels both stylish and practical for the whole family.Would definitely stay again and highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique, well-appointed retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

Centrally located, clean and friendly hosts. Very easy to communicate with. We loved our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host are wonderful!! This VRBO is so quaint, perfectly located in a great neighborhood! Everything you need is here! Highly recommended, 10 out of 10!!! We will be staying very often!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in a lovely home. Located centrally for so many of San Diego’s attractions (only minutes from the Zoo!) with plenty of parking our accommodations had everything we needed. Amanda was a great host and communication with her was exceptional.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Stay

Nice location, well equipped with a very nice rooftop seating area. We would happily stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in SD

Overall, we loved our stay here! We made tons of memories with our family and we look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great neighborhood

Enjoyed staying in a great neighborhood in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay! Before we arrived, Amanda reached out a few times to ensure we had everything we may need. The location was clean, parking was easy, and she thought of all the odds and ends. Things like beach towels, sun hats, games and other basic things that you'll want in San Diego but don't want to pack and haul with you is readily available. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, well set up house in convenient location. Amanda was very responsive, pleasant and has house set up well. Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was extremely communicative! She also went out of her way to decorate for Christmas!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

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