You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Victorian Unit w/DT Views. Loft, Minutes. to Zoo, Beach, Balboa Park, Airport
Located in an Historic District on the Slope above Downtown San Diego, this beautiful Queen Ann Victorian 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom and Loft accommodates up to 3 people. One of 7 highly restored, separate units in a unique home built in the mid-1800’s and formerly known as the Kennedy house. The first level bedroom features a queen bed with Smart TV complete with cable access and streaming capability. A spiral staircase offers access to a loft bedroom featuring a full size bed and large dresser and closet. A leather couch with a second smart TV is provided in the living room which boasts wonderful daytime and nighttime views of downtown San Diego. All beds are equipped with memory foam mattresses and quality linens. The furniture, drapes and decor are of modern classic design with no expense spared. Both the kitchen and bathroom are highly equipped and tastefully upgraded. All linen and towels are provided as well as beach towels, a baby high chair and toddler utensils. The property is located 10 minutes from the Convention Center, 5 minutes to Gas Lamp district and ball park and 7 minutes from the Island of Coronado & the Airport. Freeway access is located around the corner and bus stop transits to and from downtown are both located within a block. The San Diego Zoo and all local beaches are within easy driving distance of the property. Some of Golden Hills hottest spots such as the Turf Club, Panchitas Bakery, Krakatoa Coffee Shop, Luigi's Pizza and Golden Hill Park are located within walking distance. Beautifully Decorated Featuring City Views, Barbecue, Gazebo, Fire Pit & Laundry facility. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee and city views on the patio table and chairs provided on the front porch. Grill your favorite foods on a gourmet barbecue and relax with dinner under a lighted Gazebo. Share the day’s events and memories of your experiences in San Diego with your favorite beverage by the warmth of the fire pit. There is an on-site coin operated laundry. Enjoy these beautiful and unique accommodations while enjoying all the best that San Diego has to offer.
Property manager
John Reardon
Languages
English, Japanese
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Area rugs in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Things to do
Water park
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 530 square feet
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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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center Condo San Diego
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center Condo
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center San Diego
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center Condo San Diego
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center Condo
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center San Diego
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center Condo San Diego
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center Condo
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center San Diego
Historic Loft Downtown Views Convention Center
Historic Loft With Downtown Views Close to Convention Center
Historic Loft With Downtown Views Close to Convention Center
Historic Loft With Downtown Views Close to Convention Center
About the neighborhood
CA, San Diego
What's nearby
Petco Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Balboa Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Seaport Village - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
25th - Commercial Station - 14 min walk
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Jack in the Box - 1 min walk
Adalberto's Mexican Food - 5 min walk
La Fachada - 11 min walk
Humberto's Taco Shop - 11 min walk
El Paisa Fresh Mexican Grill - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Victorian Unit w/DT Views. Loft, Minutes. to Zoo, Beach, Balboa Park, Airport pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Victorian Unit w/DT Views. Loft, Minutes. to Zoo, Beach, Balboa Park, Airport?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Victorian Unit w/DT Views. Loft, Minutes. to Zoo, Beach, Balboa Park, Airport?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Victorian Unit w/DT Views. Loft, Minutes. to Zoo, Beach, Balboa Park, Airport located?
This family-friendly condo building is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of San Diego City College, Petco Park, and Balboa Park. San Diego Convention Center and Seaport Village are also within 3 mi (5 km). 25th - Commercial Station is 14 minutes by foot and Park and Market Trolley Station is 14 minutes.
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Victorian Unit w/DT Views. Loft, Minutes. to Zoo, Beach, Balboa Park, Airport Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Dirty old carpet full of stains. Uncomfortable mattresses. Uncomfortable sofa. Dangerous stair case in the middle of living room.
Good kitchen appliances. Old towels. Good shampoo and conditioner. Very noisy location. Old windows. Old blinds. Not a comfortable place to stay in with this price.
We celebrated the last weekend before "back to school" with a trip from the East Coast to San Diego (Red Sox might have been involved too!). This apartment fit the bill - good location, very comfortable, and an accommodating owner. It's smaller than it looks in the photos, and the spiral staircase would be difficult to navigate for some. This is the middle of a big city, so be prepared for it to be a little loud. The neighborhood - while walking distance to Petco and the Gaslamp - is a bit rough in places so walking not recommended at night. But it was comfortable and worked perfectly for us. The owner responded very quickly to the one maintenance issue we had, which was very much appreciated and the guests in the other apartments seemed very nice as well.
Jan C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Okay
Robert G.
Jul 18, 2017
Tired
First the good. This was in a location close to town and it was simple to get to all of the areas. Parking was always available and the grounds of the actual unit were in very nice shape. There was an area to keep my bike rental and onsite laundry was useful. Also, the owners were very attentive and fixed a broken smoke alarm immediately when asked.
Now the not so good. The neighborhood looks to be going through some changes and while I never felt unsafe, there is a sizable homeless population in the area (tents pitched on the sidewalks nearby). The streets and sidewalks in this area are pretty grimy and the unit we stayed in needs a little TLC. The unit felt tired and needs a deep clean. I am sure these units get a lot of use and it is just due for some maintenance. If it was just me I would probably stay here again but my wife would probably want to skip it and pay a bit more to stay in a different neighborhood.
Nice place. The bus stop directly across the street made access to public transport very easy. Great food options nearby & a quick, easy ride to multiple points of interest.
We found the Kennedy House to be perfect for our girls weekend. Check in and check out was amazing!
Sharon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Cassandra M.
Aug 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
San Diego Family VAc
The property had adequate listings as far as sleeping accomodations are concerned. Worked perfectly as far as having a family and needing sleeping for 6, refridgerator, kitchen, extra bedding/linens, and laundry available. Great view of downtown San Diego. A lot of homeless / transient traffic in the immediate neighborhood. Great mexican food nearby. Relatively close to grocery stores and the buzz of downtown. Building is a victorian charm but definitely needs some cosmetic upgrades throughout. Host is good at communicating!
I love the city (cities in general and SD specifically) and this apartment was perfect for us. Great location (#3 & #5 bus stops right there on corner), street parking looks crowded sometimes but we always found a spot. Jack in the Box is a 45 second WALK up the street (if you walk fast like me.) Taco place across the street from them. Host was always available, whenever I called (only twice.) We walked every day around the neighborhood and it was great. Easy access to I-5 North and CA94 East, Wonderful visit. We stay there again if we visit SD.
This is a quaint, little spot that has lots of character and was perfect for our quick visit to SD. The beds are comfortable and the property was clean, two things that important to us!
We would happily stay here again. Thank you for having us🙂
The owner was nice and receptive. The place was clean and kept up. The off street parking was questionable at times with finding a spot and the homeless. Market St was very loud alot of the time. What was nice was that we were close to alot of highways and popular places to go to, plus the airport.
Raelene H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
2/10 Terrible
Scott H.
Feb 15, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
AC
This place has one AC unit in the bedroom. This building needs to be renovated and it was way too hot in there all weekend long.
Scott H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ayden
Feb 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit was just right for my family. It provided all the necessary amenities and the location to everything was ideal. My kids loved the loft which gave them privacy and personal space. John was very responsive and checked in with us to see if we were enjoying our stay and if there was anything we needed. The unit is smaller than how it looks in the photos but we liked that cozy feeling.
There is only street parking but it was not an issue to find a spot within a block away. If you are a light sleeper, the unit is on a busy road and you will hear everything from people walking by to sirens passing through the streets. There were quite a few homeless people in the area with some rummaging through the trash cans but they minded their own business.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and the location to everything was a bonus.
Property Manager was Excellent, Property was Great
Communication with the property manager was excellent. Very quick to reply. Property was exactly what we needed. Homeless in the neighborhood was a little questionable, but this is San Diego.
I stayed here for 5 days with 3 teenagers. It was nice to have space to spread out and not have to sleep in the same room with each other. Everyone said that they much preferred staying here than at a hotel. The property was in a great location - about 1 mile to Gas Lamp and PetCo Park. We were able to walk to the the Padres game - it is about a mile downhill and a mile back up it. It was also close to I-5 which made it very easy to get to other attractions - only 10 minute drive to Coronado, Sea World, Zoo, Old Town. Parking was on the street and we did have to park a few times around the block- but it was an easy 2-3 minute walk. There were a few homeless people down the street that we saw while walking to and from downtown but they didn't bother anyone. It is on a busy road in a big city so you will hear traffic. We really enjoyed our stay. Beds were comfortable and unit was clean.
My family of 5 enjoyed our stay in Unit#4. The place was very clean and we had everything necessary to keep us comfortable. It was a pretty warm week when we visited but the unit was nice and airy once we opened the windows in the living area and bedroom. The unit also provided other things that we were able to enjoy such as two portable chairs and a boogie board. There’s also complimentary sugar and coffee grounds which was very appreciated since we arrived late in the evening and didn’t have time to stop at the grocery store before heading to the home. My husband and I were able to wake up and enjoy freshly brewed coffee in the morning. We didn’t require much from the owner since we didn’t run into any issues but he was very nice and did checkin with us the second day just to make sure we were ok. If I had any complaints at all, which is no fault of the owner, one of the neighbor is very loud and can be heard late in the night arguing so we had to sleep with the windows closed every night since I’m a light sleeper. Also, the street parking was a little challenging some nights but overall, still a good and comfortable stay.
This is a very nice unit, we liked it a lot and will definitely stay here again, though it’s not as perfect as it looks in the pictures, but it is a cozy and enjoyable place to stay. John (the owner) is a great host, responded to my messages in a timely manner and took care of an issue with the main entrance door. I want to say that the only issue we had was the parking, there’s no private parking available, we had to park about a block or so away a few times during our stay and the best thing in this unit was the shower, I love it!! Thank you, John!
We rented this property for a weekend get together and it was a nice place to kick back and relax. The kitchen is small and not meant for gourmet meals, but is adequately equipped with nice and well maintained appliances. The loft area is small and can be warm unless you use the fan and a/c which is a little noisy. It is located near but (in my opinion) not walking distance to entertainment and dining venues.