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Located across from the University of San Diego, this home offers a quiet and comfortable household environment with an airy atmosphere. Enjoy exclusive access to a cozy family room with hardwood floors and stay connected near numerous popular destinations like Sea World, Mission Bay Park, and Old Town.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches

  • Welcome to San Diego; across from the University of San Diego. Full sized master bedroom and bath (with king sized bed), mid-sized bedroom/office with queen sized bed; and a newly build (March 2024) third bedroom (two full sized beds); Airy windows; light-filled room; rooms have blinds that darken it very well.

    Very comfortable, quiet household environment. Hardwood floor with cozy family room.

    Great location in San Diego, 3.5 mile bike ride to Mission Beach along Mission Bay bike trail. 3.5 miles to downtown; Sea World 2 miles (this is the perfect place to stay for a small family visiting SD for a trip to Sea World); to La Jolla: 10 miles; Balboa Park: 3.5 miles; 35 minutes to Legoland! Disneyland: 90 minutes/mi. Trolley stop and route is across the road; 1/4 mile from my house.

    It is a quiet street in a fun neighborhood that serves USD students. Starbucks is near the trolley stop. Golf is literally across the street, along with the YMCA. Just down the road is Fashion Valley for shopping and Old Town for sightseeing—all within walking distance.

    Guests have exclusive access to the entire home. Additionally, they have access to the washer and dryer, which are located in the garage.

    I’ll be available during the day and into the early evening for questions or issues that pop up. Just send me a message.

    Silver Terrace is the little-known name of this small neighborhood just south of the University of San Diego. It is a very centrally located one just minutes from numerous highly popular destinations such as: Sea World, Mission Bay Park, Mission Beach, Old Town, Downtown, Fashion Valley Mall and La Jolla. Within a 10 minute walk you'll be within range of a trolley stop, multiple coffee shops, brewery tasting room, numerous restaurants, and a YMCA.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,125 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

No smoking inside the property; Quiet hours after 9 PM; No parties or events; Turn off lights and appliances when not in use;
Follow check-in and check-out procedures; Pay any additional fees, if applicable; Guests are required to sign Rental Agreement
A security deposit hold (typically $500) will be applied to the card on file.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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-04332L, 629717

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches located?

This family-friendly San Diego vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of University of San Diego and Fashion Valley Mall. Mission Bay and Hotel Circle are also within 3 mi (5 km). Morena - Linda Vista Station is 12 minutes by foot and Tecolote Road Station is 23 minutes.

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to call home for a few days. Centrally located to lots of things. Easy in, easy out. Easy parking. No complaints, only compliments
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George L.

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

Great Rental

Truly enjoyed our stay, the home was clean and well kept!! Definitely would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

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

Amazing stay!

The place was extremely clean and perfect for our family. Very conveniently located near Sea World, the Zoo and many other San Diego destinations. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Pleasant stay

Great location to all sites. Clean spacious house in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenifee B.

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

Great location.

We enjoyed our stay in San Diego and this was a great location to base out of.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David G.

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

Good location good setup

Was great for our family, good location central to what we were doing in SD.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great location

James’ house worked well for our family trip to San Diego. The location and price were perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellee S.

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

Great place to stay

We loved staying here in this cottage. It was clean, had everything we needed, and great communication with property manager. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia D.

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

Great Spot for College Visits

The cottage is in a great location. Short drives to colleges and other attractions. Very convenient and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARIE R.

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

Quaint cottage stay

Check in was easy. Owner responded to our needs quickly. Convince location to Old town.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek B.

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

Smooth stay for short San Diego main city tour

Smooth check in process and comfortable stay close to university. Minor issues with foul smell in neighborhood but otherwise an excellent stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew P.

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

Exactly what we needed

We were in town for a conference at USD. The house was convenient and comfortable - just what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Perfect Place to Stay in San Diego

The house was clean and comfy on a nice, quiet neighborhood. Plenty of extra blankets, sheets, and towels for our family. The kitchen has all of the basic items for cooking. Wonderful location, conveniently located near everywhere we wanted to go. Would definitely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilene S.

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

Lovely vacation

My family and I stayed in the cottage for a week. It was convenient to all the site we wanted to visit. It has a piano which was a great delite for my husband. All of our needs were met. All in all a very good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! It was a little warm in the afternoons/evenings but opening the door cooled it off rather quickly. The beds were comfortable and the property was nice and clean. The air conditioning in the master bedroom and the guest bathroom fan were very loud but fortunately we didn't need to use them too much. The icemaker in the freezer wasn't working which was a bit of a bummer but overall the property suited our purposes nicely and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Family Vacation in San Diego

We wanted to get out of CO for an end of summer family before school started backup. This house was in such a great centralized location. It was very close to old town and beaches were 15-20 mins away. There were good restaurants and shops all nearby. The owner, Jimmy, was very responsive and courteous. We had an overall excellent stay here and would recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

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

Family Reunion

The family met in San Diego for a week. Nieces, nephews and grandchildren. The cottage was the perfect place to meet up and watch the grandchildren play in the backyard. We had a great time and Jimmy was a responsive host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Most enjoyable VRBO ever!

We rented this house for a surprise 50th birthday for one of my best friends. It was roomy enough and comfortable for 5 adults to spend the weekend. The owner was very friendly and available any time we needed anything, including running an iron over to us when we needed it and replacing the propane tank on the grill when it was empty. Highly recommend! 10 stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raquel W.

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

Quick getaway

We loved the location & enjoyed how quickly we could get to see all that we wanted to see. Only issue was Living Room tv was slow to stream & seemed to have WIFI issues, bedroom TV had no issues so we were able to watch Thursday night football in there :) this is my 2nd time renting from host as I had previously stayed in smaller unit. Look forward to booking unit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

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

Host is incredibly kind!

The accommodations were perfect for our party of five, including a room with two beds that 25 year old best friends were able to share while still having their own beds. But even more impressive than the accommodations was the kindness of Jimmy, the host! Our 25 year old daughter had some special medical considerations that Jimmy bent over backwards to help us with so that our daughter was able to join us on this trip! His housekeeper also went above and beyond to help us with the need. Truly special people and I would recommend any home Jimmy manages.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

Cozy SoCal Cottage!

My family spent a long weekend in San Diego and enjoyed this house as our respite spot. Comfortable rooms and nice living areas ensured we all got to spend lots of time together. This home offered many amenities that made our stay all the more enjoyable - there is even a piano! This was a great location for us because we found ourselves traveling south to downtown SD and also north to the La Jolla/Del Mar areas and this was a perfect middle spot. The only snafu we encountered was WiFi that could not sustain any connection for our devices or for using the streaming services on the tv. Truly, we enjoyed our stay very much and would likely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great location

My softball teammates and I stayed at this residence while competing in a tournament in Santee. The residence was very clean and tidy. The neighborhood was very quiet. The property owner stayed in contact and replied to emails/messages quickly. The only side note is to be aware of when Sea World has their fireworks show. It scared us on the first night there with the first BOOM! With that being said, you can go out onto the front lawn and watch the fireworks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen C.

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

Great location

This was a great little holiday house. Perfect location in a quiet, safe neighborhood. The backyard was a great relaxing area with some toys for our kids which was a lovely bonus. Host was super responsive, cleaning staff were friendly. Downsides: The place could use some better amenities to make the stay more comfortable. The queen bed was two old spring mattresses stacked on top of each other on a very squeaky bed frame with no box spring. One of us ended up sleeping on the couch because it was so uncomfortable to have two in the bed . There were only 4 pillows in the whole unit and not a lot of kitchen supplies (only a few mugs, glasses etc) so we were doing dishes every day. Overall it was a lovely stay otherwise but would have given 5 stars if some of those upgrades were there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive, full of information and attentive to questions asked. The property was clean, comfortable and accommodating- in a great location easy to access various interstates to get to the airport, MCRD, the ocean and local eating establishments. AND incredibly affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026