Located close to San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, Light & Bright Spanish-Style Beauty, 3 min to Zoo! provides golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Light & Bright Spanish-Style Beauty, 3 min to Zoo!
Welcome to your perfect getaway in Hillcrest! This delightful Spanish-style home is ideally situated within walking distance to the stunning Balboa Park, and just a quick 3-minute drive to the world-renowned San Diego Zoo. With its unique charm and character, this fully equipped retreat offers everything you need for a comfortable and memorable stay.
Bedrooms: 2 cozy bedrooms await you, featuring a luxurious king bed in one room and a comfortable queen bed in the other. Please note that access to the second bedroom requires walking through the first bedroom, or you can conveniently use the back patio door for direct access.
Outdoor Oasis: Step outside to discover a serene backyard filled with abundant fruit trees, including orange and lime trees, as well as green grape vines. Enjoy sunny afternoons grilling on the BBQ and dining al fresco with our outdoor dining and lounge set, all set on lush astroturf for a touch of fun in the sun!
Parking & Accessibility: The property includes a detached garage and a long driveway, providing ample parking for your convenience.
Additional Information: This charming unit is part of a duplex, so you may encounter guests in the neighboring unit. However, rest assured that the only shared space is the backyard, ensuring your privacy and comfort. Experience the best of San Diego from this charming home, where comfort meets convenience! Book your stay today and make unforgettable memories in this vibrant neighborhood.
Check-in is virtual, as you`ll be provided with a digital Guest Portal and a personalized door code. Vacation Rentals by Aaron is a full-service property management company, and will be available 24-7 in case you need anything during your stay.
Hillcrest is one of the hippest & most fabulous neighborhoods in San Diego. Rated as the most walkable neighborhoods in town with scores of bars, restaurants and cafes in close proximity. Plus you are mere minutes from the beach, airport, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, the Gaslamp, Little Italy and Petco Park.
This unit is part of a duplex; there is a one-bedroom unit on the right side of the house. The backyard is shared with other guests
For stays longer than 30 days, I require a deposit in the amount of one month`s rent to be paid offline due 60 days prior to arrival as well as a formal lease agreement.
Pets are welcome! Our standard pet fee is $150 (this may vary dependent on length of stay & type of pet). Please let us know if you will be bringing along your furry friend!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Hiking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 645453, STR-05224L
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Light & Bright Spanish-Style Beauty, 3 min to Zoo! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Light & Bright Spanish-Style Beauty, 3 min to Zoo!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Light & Bright Spanish-Style Beauty, 3 min to Zoo!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Light & Bright Spanish-Style Beauty, 3 min to Zoo! located?
Located in Hillcrest, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. Petco Park and Port of San Diego are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
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Very pleasant stay. Fully stocked kitchen and lots of thoughtful details. Loved the vibes and the artwork. Big back yard. Great location. Responsive host.
Great location if you’re in town for activities in Balboa Park like the zoo and museums. House was clean and comfortable for our stay. Parking in SD is terrible so it was great to have off street parking if needed.
Duncan M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea
Sep 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
amazing location, cannot be beat! you can walk to the zoo and skip the parking nightmare
Nice home, well stocked. Great to have a garage and driveway. Easy walks to balboa park. Great communication with property manager! Really enjoying our stay!
The location makes this an ideal jumping off point for all San Diego adventures. You can walk to the zoo, and proximity to the zoo means there's lots of Ubers nearby. The house is comfortable and clean and the hosts were so easy to work with. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit!
This place was great for the family & our dogs. Beautiful back yard was great to let the kids and dogs play. Close proximity to Balboa Park and all it has to offer meant less time driving & more time playing. Hope to be back.
We had a very good time at this really nice house. Very close to the world famous zoo and Balboa Park. The neighborhood is very nice. The only thing is maybe some more pots and pans to cook with. All summed up: this place was very clean and very nice. We had a lot of fun.
This property is exactly as advertised. It’s a very convenient location, especially to the San Diego zoo and the fabulous Balboa Park. Above all, the customer service provided by Aaron was a real pleasure. He stayed connected and helpful as needed. I would highly recommend this property for your stay in San Diego.
The property came as advertised, including furnishings, cleanliness, clarity of checkin and checkout, and surroundings. In the event of any issues, I had clear and prompt communication with owner.
Josh L.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Aaron M.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Good location, clean house but noisy
The house was easy to find and access. It was clean and had everything we needed. The only problem we had was the noise coming from the streets around the house is extremely loud. The adjoining units tenants TV could be heard all night long. The walls are paper thin. Just be aware if you are a light sleeper like me you may have issues. I didn't sleep 3 of the 4 nights so we checked out early.
House was as described. Location great for all Balboa Park activities. Easy to get to, street and off-street parking available. Comfy beds, well appointed bathroom & kitchen. Check out requirements minimal and reasonable.
Things to consider if this is the right space for you:
Unit shares walls with another unit belonging to the same owner. Walls are thin so you may hear the other group if there is one and they will hear you.
It's an old home with a unique layout. Bedrooms are connected. So you have to pass through one to get to the backyard or to the bathroom/living areas.
My husband and I stayed at this beautiful home in San Diego and loved everything about it. Whoever wrote that last review about this home is so inaccurate and not true. The location was perfect and centrally located to everything in San Diego. The house offered everything we need. The cleanliness was suburb, and I can tell the host didn’t miss a thing. We enjoyed the living room space as well as back yard space to sit and have coffee. The host was very helpful and communication was great from the start. Check in was easy, parking was available and there’s even a washer and dryer to use. All in all we had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the house and the amenities. Loved being close to all things and I would definitely recommend this home and vacation rentals by Aaron to anyone needing a home in San Diego.
Lovely, comfortable home in a great location next to Balboa Park.
But, the reason for 4 stars instead 5, is that we were disturbed by noisy leaf-blowing (which I find to be one of the most useless and obnoxious of human energy wastes) for several hours shortly after our arrival in the late afternoon. This was very surprising given that the "lawn" was entirely astroturf. Why not plant a native, California plants garden that supports a diversity of wildlife and provides more interest to humans as well, and "leave off the leaf-blowing."
As described the stay was light and bright and appropriately breezy. The location was perfect for our trip to adventure in Balboa Park and to dine at great restaurants in Hillcrest. The place was vibrant and energetic yet ideal for the quick siesta before heading out to explore more. Thank you for a clean and convenient stay.