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Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches

Family-friendly vacation home in San Diego with a water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV, fireplace
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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

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

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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.

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

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Linda Vista, a neighborhood in San Diego. Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Waterfront Park and Belmont Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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CA, San Diego

What's nearby

  • University of San Diego - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 3 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 7 min drive
  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rose Donuts - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Paloma - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pita Pit - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this 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 Fashion Valley Mall and University of San Diego. 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

Cottage near Sea World, Old Town, & Beaches Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We definitely enjoyed or stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were on a family vacation. We were very comfortable and so glad the bedrooms are air conditioned. The host, Jimmy, was easy to reach. The location was close to every place we wanted to go. The description says the washer and dryer are in the garage, but they are inside the house, which is a plus. Yes, we would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Joychanda M.

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

Fourth of July weekend

The location is great. It is in a reasonable distance of all the attractions San Diego has to offer. The host was very nice and responded very quick. I had a family of 7 and it was a perfect fit. There is no AC throughout the home, it is only in the bedrooms. Also, there is only one TV in the living room and the main bedroom, the other two rooms do not have TVs. Overall it’s a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karthikeyan D.

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

Centrally Located

We really enjoyed stay at this property, located central and closer to many top places near SD downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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

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

6/10 Okay

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Braves trip

Attentive Host and good location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Long weekend

Great little house to stay in close to lots of fun things. There are a few different rentals that use the same driveway, but didnt really see anyone else. We stayed with our family of 5 and it had PLENTY of space for us. I would still not have felt crowded with even 8 of uscould have
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice cottage

We were there for grandson’s graduation from Marines boot camp. The location was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kristin H.

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

Cozy place

Enjoyed some time with extended family here…much better than a hotel lobby for our mini reunion. Neighborhood was quiet and it was a terrific location for us heading north to La Jolla and south to Balboa Park. It’s also very close to Old Town.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Good use of space

The property is small but all of the space is used well. There are also a few good food options within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

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

Comfortable stay

This was exactly as advertised. It was perfect location for visiting my daughter at USD and short drive to all destinations. Clean and comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick M., Whittier, CA

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

Good vibes

Enjoyed our stay, good location. House was clean and having a front and back yard was a major bonus for us and our dog. Great vibes meeting other guest in the back units.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

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

Mini vacation before school

Stayed here with our boys before going back to school. It was fabulous. This place was clean and had everything we needed. We were close to many attractions and would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

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

Lovely quiet neighborhood.

We had fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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

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