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10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches.

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches.

Urban Cottage recently totally remodeled. Oak floors. Working fireplace. Air Conditioning. Open concept kitchen --- French doors access large deck. Keurig coffee maker. Laundry. Ironing board. Iron. King poster bed in Master bedroom. Twin beds in bedroom two. Queen hide-a-bed with luxurious mattress (used by Ritz-Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, Hilton). Bathrooms with showers. WiFi. Smart T.V. Off-street parking. Located in historic South Park area of San Diego.

Note: Pak and Play available upon request for families with childen age 2 and under.

Property manager

Dorothy Gager

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Absolutely NO smoking of any kind.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 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: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please replace any furniture you might have moved to the original position
Fold and stack deck chairs

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pak and Play is available on request.

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
Note from host: Quiet after 10:00 p..m.
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-00552L, 617321

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

10 Minutes Balboa Park Gas Lamp District Public Beaches House
10 Minutes Balboa Park Gas Lamp District Public Beaches
10 Minutes Balboa Park Gas Lamp District Public Beaches House
10 Minutes Balboa Park Gas Lamp District Public Beaches House
10 Minutes Balboa Park Gas Lamp District Public Beaches

About the neighborhood

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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Petco Park - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port of San Diego - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • 32nd - Commercial Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harland - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Humberto's Taco Shop - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rock Steady Real Jamaican Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Luigi - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kindred - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches. located?

Located in South Park, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and Petco Park. San Diego Convention Center and Port of San Diego are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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10 minutes from San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Gas Lamp District, Public Beaches. Reviews

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10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

The neighborhood was close to things we wanted to do and see—most within 10 minutes. And the house met our needs for occasional cooking very well. Quiet streets. Accommodating hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely cottage. Fully equipped. We have stayed here many times. Great neighborhood with quiet residential streets, excellent restaurants, shops and grocery stores within walking distance or a few minutes of driving.We highly recommend.
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This 2-bedroom home was just what we were looking for. Close to so many things in San Diego. Quiet street. Perfect for walking or catching the bus 2 blocks away. Hope to return again.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Amenities and location were amazing! Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We loved our week stay at Dorothy's cottage for our family of 5. The home is really spacious, which suited our teenagers well, and it was the perfect location for exploring San Diego and its amazing beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This was the perfect place. It was beautifully decorated and had every amenity you could need. Dorothy was quickly responsive and very helpful in finding us places to eat, see and shop. We made fresh juice from the oranges in the backyard almost every morning. It is centrally located and easy access to everywhere you might want to go. This is now in my favorites for when we come back to San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Our stay was fantastic! The cottage was so cozy and clean. There was plenty of space to eat and cook if you want. I was impressed by the location and how convenient the restaurants and grocery stores were. There are an abundance of things to do like Downtown San Diego, the Zoo, and Balboa park. I would recommend this cottage to anyone visiting San Diego.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

This cottage exceeded our expectations. A wonderful historic home that has been updated. Our party of 3 adults and 1 child had plenty of room to relax after taking in a day of activities. Great to have a deck and backyard to enjoy. Would stay here again for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10

Everything you needed to make it an easy stay - washer/dryer, plenty of clean towels, coffee, blankets, utensils, pots & pans, books, access to Apple TV, etc... Space was very large, but very cozy in decoration. Great for a family! Loved our stay and would stay here again when visiting!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

Comfortable and enjoyable!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay! The house is very roomy, and is fully stocked with the odds and ends (condiments, spices, laundry detergent, etc) The location cannot be beat, and the neighborhood seems very safe. I would recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10

Comfortable and attractive cottage. Everything we needed and located in a great area. Easy driving to the attractions we wanted to see. Lovely backyard that our 6-year-old grandson enjoyed. The owner was extremely helpful and easy to contact. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

This home was totally amazing!! Loved every bit of our stay!! House was perfectly clean, our host was amazing!! Dorothy was constantly in touch with us making sure our experience was perfect!! Would highly recommend this home!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

We loved the location. Walkable to restaurants and a toddler playground. Five minute drive to the zoo. Hosts had excellent recommendations. Two full bathrooms were great. AC split for living room/kitchen. Fans for bedrooms. All one floor. Great for toddler. Had books and board games.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This lovely home had every amenity you could want for a home away from home. The neighborhood was very walkable and had some great restaurants. Only downside is the airport noise... but it hardly kept us awake after some long days site seeing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

Loved the North Park area and close to many of the SD sights and neighborhoods. The home was well maintained, cozy, and clean - We liked the open concept connecting the kitchen/dining area/living room. The backyard was also really lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

We had Christmas at this darling house as it is near where my daughter lives. It was in a great neighborhood with Balboa park very near. Very new updates and great blend of old and new finishes. Would definitely stay here again when visiting San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

Our family enjoyed a lovely week long stay at the urban cottage. Perfect location for traveling with little kids. We were able to spend time at the zoo, beach, as well as local restaurants and shops with minimal travel time. Dorothy offers a clean and lovely home filled with all of the essentials. The beds are so comfortable! We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This was our third year back to the Urban Cottage as a family of four and it was as wonderful as every other trip. Thank you to Dorothy and Jerry for their beautiful home and to thinking of every detail their guests might need. If you're lucky enough to stay at the Urban Cottage, you'll feel the love.
Stayed 52 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

the home was a wonderful remembrance for us growing up. we ended up spending more time in the home then venturing out since the kitchen was so accommodating. we sat and ate meals together at the dining room table just as we did when we were kids, sharing stories about mom and dad and of course each other. the house was very comfortable, the beds amazing! would definitely return to this home if ever back in south park.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Our stay at the Urban Cottage In South Park was terrific! Dorothy was very helpful throughout the entire process. The place was clean and convenient. Great bed, great back deck, very nice living room and kitchen. We liked being able to walk to the local restaurants, markets, and businesses. I certainly would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10

I almost don’t want to write this review because my family so looks forward to returning to Dorothy and Jerry’s cottage ourselves. Our 6+ week stay was absolutely wonderful. The location is perfect, as is the space itself. Urban Cottage had everything we needed/wanted plus more! Thank you to Dorothy and Jerry for being such wonderful hosts.
Stayed 46 nights in May 2021

10/10

We had everything we needed. Love staying in a place that has some stuff, seasonings etc. Although we didn't cook, too many yummy places to eat. Checked out 2 of the owners recommendations we could walk too, they were great. Lovely residential neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

We enjoyed our stay in this warm and welcoming house. The neighborhood is lovely and quiet, great for walking. Our granddaughters enjoyed watching all the dogs at the dog park and building gingerbread houses at the dining room table. The kitchen has everything you need to cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

I love this cottage, spent the most beautiful weekend of my life in SD for my son’s wedding. The cottage was the perfect place for me, comfortable, very clean cozy and accommodating, home away from home. I will defiantly come back to this cottage in this historic neighborhood next time. Thank you Dorothy for making this special weekend great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019