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1. Walkable Cottage Near Balboa Park w/ Yard & Grill!

Walkable Cottage Near Balboa Park w/ Yard & Grill!
South Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Having laundry and a kitchen made our trip so much easier than a hotel. Great spot to get to everything in San Diego."
United States
Heather M.
The price is ¥43,106
¥98,105 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Walkable Cottage Near Balboa Park w/ Yard & Grill!

2. Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Old Town San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (299 reviews)
"Super cute, private little cottage in a great location. Loved the stay, very easy process and great host!"
United States
Ross
The price is ¥27,531
¥34,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

3. Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
Mid-City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"The place was as advertised. Comfortable and good privacy in an area that at first glance, didn’t seem like it would have any"
United States
Steve F.
The price is ¥20,294
¥47,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

4. < 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape

< 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape
3.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Strategic location for beach, amusement parks and restaurants. Close to major freeways and airport. House has plenty of room across the three floors. Kids loved seeing the seaworld fireworks from the open air rooftop patio. This property has it all. Owner quickly addressed any of our questions and needs. "
United States
Thomas
The price is ¥53,646
¥120,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
< 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape

5. Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!

Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!
Ocean Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Pet friendly property! All in all it was a good experience! "
United States
Mom
The price is ¥23,767
¥53,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!

6. Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden

Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden
Mount Helix
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We really enjoyed staying here. Clean and roomy and has everything you’d need. "
United States
Linda R.
The price is ¥23,126
¥62,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden

7. Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats

Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats
Del Dios
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Stayed here for a quick getaway for my birthday and LOVED the property. Favorite VRBO I’ve stayed in so far. Even though it is on the owners property it is tucked away where you still feel like there is privacy. "
United States
Courtney N.
The price is ¥26,744
¥46,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats

8. Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck

Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck
Mission Beach
The price is ¥33,369
¥52,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck

9. Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym

Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym
Lake San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"I would rent this property over and over again. My girlfriend and I had the best experience! The property is immaculate and the view is absolutely stunning. The grotto house is first class, and I highly recommend renting it."
United States
Bobby B.
The price is ¥51,129
¥67,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym

10. Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries

Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"It was everything and more, the host was super polite and everything was clean. The hot tub was to die for and I probably got the best sleep I did in a while!! Will come back again "
United States
Sofia C.
The price is ¥39,645
¥66,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries

11. Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.

Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.
Escondido
The price is ¥27,531
¥48,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.

12. 2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly

2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
3.0 star property
Mission Beach
The price is ¥66,074
¥128,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly

13. Mt. Nebo Oasis in La Mesa w/ Wraparound Deck

Mt. Nebo Oasis in La Mesa w/ Wraparound Deck
3.0 star property
Windsor Hills
The price is ¥52,572
¥116,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Mt. Nebo Oasis in La Mesa w/ Wraparound Deck
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Number of reviews
130
Accommodation
33 Cottages
Lowest Price
¥34,816
Highest Price
¥128,746

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