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Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Beach nearby, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand

The beach is right across the street from this awesome 2 bedroom vacation apartment. Stay right in the heart of Mission Beach where all the action is. Belmont Park and the giant roller coaster are only a block away. Ideal space for a family of 4 people. Equipped with AC's in the bedrooms, a rare luxury in the beach area of San Diego. Garage for parking a compact car. Restaurants and shops within walking distance. Just 2 miles from Sea World & 5 miles from the airport!

Janet & Scott are your hosts. We are a husband and wife team and we live nearby. We own and operate Mission Beach Villas, a highly rated vacation rental management business in San Diego.

We are available 7 am to 10 pm to answer questions during your stay.

Our storefront rental office, Mission Beach Villas, is located down Mission Blvd only a mile away, so if you need anything feel free to stop by! If you have an early flight, you may stow your luggage at our office so you can go to lunch or hang out on the beach until check-in time. And if you have an afternoon flight on checkout day you may also stow luggage. Just coordinate these details with us and we are happy to accommodate.

Before your stay, we are happy to suggest our favorite restaurants, and tourist attractions and will help you get acquainted with the area.

The best thing about the neighborhood is that there is so much within walking distance that you may not need a car. Plus Starbucks is right in your backyard. (Literally 50 feet away!)

You could just take an Uber/Lyft from the airport (5 miles away), get dropped off here and you're at the beach! We have local restaurants, trendy beach bars, excellent coffee spots, and cafes all within a few short blocks. Sea World is just 2 miles away.

Recreational opportunities abound. There are several shops within walking distance that book excursions, or rent beach equipment including: stand up paddle boards, kayaks, jet skis, windsurfing, catamarans, sail boats, water ski boats, and even jet packs. Additionally we can hook you up with surf lessons, either group classes or private lessons. What's more there are free yoga classes each day on the beach. Just let us know what you're looking for.

We offer self-check in via digital entry. You will have private access to the unit so you may come and go as you please. There are no keys to lose, just a simple 4 digit passcode to remember.


If your family likes action, this location is the best spot of all of Mission Beach. It is right in the middle of the giant roller coaster area and a block from the main lifeguard tower.

It is positioned in the ♡ of Mission Beach, a gorgeous beach community on a super narrow strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and Mission Bay. Walk in either direction (West or East) and you'll encounter pristine white beaches. Both sides have wide boardwalks for bicycle riding or walking. On the bay-side you'll enjoy a relaxing sail bay with a calm atmosphere, while on the ocean-side you'll enjoy ocean waves for surfing and a lively beach scene. Either way, you'll call it paradise. We simply call it home!

This fun vacation rental is a ground floor apartment. You have your own separate entry. The space is 624 square feet.

The vacation rental features two bedrooms, one bathroom, cozy living room, and a fully supplied kitchen. There are queen size beds in each bedroom.

The kitchen includes a stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and a Keurig coffee maker. We supply you with all the cooking pans, dishes, and utensils you might need. There are the usual kitchen gadgets such as bottle openers and cork screws.

The living room comes complete with a flat screen television. It is equipped with Internet TV with Roku, which includes live local TV and Netflix. Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and many other channels are available with your own login credentials. What's more, there is free WIFI and plenty of outlets to keep you plugged in.

This vacation rental comes supplied with all the basics you'd expect at any hotel like a hair dryer and iron. Plus you have a kitchen and living room to enjoy. We think of everything you might need and even stock you with beach towels so you don't need to pack those in your suitcase. Why stay at a hotel when you can stay in the comfort of your own home in a friendly neighborhood? Vacation like a local.

Additional Beach Supplies: (Add-on Unlimited use of all/any equipment named below **)
- Standup Paddle Boards
- Tandem Kayaks
- Beach cruiser bikes (helmets & bike locks supplied)
- Tandem bike
- Baby seats and bike trailers
- Surfboards (hard and soft-top)
- Skimboards
- Wetsuits
- Inline Skates
- Skateboards
- Snorkel gear - snorkel, mask, fins

** Beach Equipment All-Access Pass!
For an additional fee of just $50 per week for your group (you and your registered guests) will enjoy UNLIMITED access to all the beach equipment named above, including bikes for cruising down the boardwalk. YES, you read that right! Normally you would pay that to rent a couple of bikes for an hour or two. This will give you unlimited access during your stay. You will pick up the equipment in person at one of 3 local beach shops. The closest is at Belmont Park, just a couple of minutes walk from your unit. We have a special arrangement with this shop and you will be able to check out unlimited equipment each day with our special certificate we will offer you. (Each adult will be required to sign liability waivers and present ID /credit card for security hold at the time of receiving the equipment.)

AT THE TIME OF BOOKING the vacation rental, please let us know if you wish to add-on this amazing Beach Equipment All Access Pass to your stay!

To orient you here are some distances from the home:
100 feet to the ocean
2 miles to Sea World
5 miles to La Jolla Cove
4 miles to Historic Old Town
5 miles to San Diego Airport
8 miles to San Diego Zoo/Balboa Park
9 miles to Gaslamp Quarter

If you don't bring a car you will be fine. More than half of our guests have come without a car and all have gotten around quite easily. Restaurants, shops, and convenience stores are within walking distance.

It is less than a 10-15 minute walk to Belmont Park where there is a giant roller coaster, rides, restaurants, bars, and shops.

Uber cars are readily available for local transport at an affordable rate.

Riding bikes along the boardwalk is usually the most scenic way to get around and take in the atmosphere. Beach cruiser bicycles are available for rent by the hour, day, or the week. They also rent surfboards, wetsuits, standup paddle boards and a lot of other fun beach equipment.

There is also a bus stop that will take you to Old Town in minutes. At Old Town there is a major transportation hub where you can transfer to any other bus line or transfer to the Trolley (San Diego's metro line) which will take you downtown.

Due to insurance reasons, the person booking must be at least 25 years old to book and must upload a photo of government ID to the host within 24 hours of booking.

Please note that we have occupancy based pricing in our settings. Please select the correct number of people in your group at the time of booking to get the correct pricing for your stay. Keep in mind, if you add more people to your group after booking the rate may adjust slightly. There is an additional charge of $20 per night for each additional person after the initial 2 people. This keeps our rates low and affordable for our average group size for this listing and helps us charge an appropriate fee for the additional linens and utilities used by a larger group size. Thank you for understanding.

This property offers parking for one vehicle in the garage. It is a small single car garage that will fit a compact vehicle. SUV's will not fit and will need to park on the street or in a public parking lot. So if you're flying in and renting a car be sure to reserve a compact or even a sub-compact vehicle if you wish to fit in the garage.

Once you get here there is no need for a car so it's also ideal for people arriving via Uber/Lyft. The beach is just across the street and there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance.

This unit is on the ground floor of a 3 unit apartment complex. You have your own private entrance. There are double paned windows so with the windows shut and the AC running it can be pretty quiet. (However, if you're extremely sensitive to noise or are a very light sleeper this property might not be the right fit.)

A portable AC unit is supplied in each bedroom for comfortable sleeping.

Beach gear includes beach towels, bodyboards, and beach chairs. For anything else you need for the beach, there is a rental shop just a 2 minute walk away that rents beach cruiser bikes, surfboards, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, etc.

We can hook you up with a private bonfire on the beach. Includes set up and take down, portable steel fire drum, roasting sticks, hot dogs, and s'mores. A perfect activity while waiting for the nightly summer Sea World fireworks over the bay. Inquire for details.

Are you into yoga? There is free beach yoga daily just a 15 minute walk from the property. No yoga mats are required. Just bring beach towels and water and you are all set. (It's donation based so maybe bring some cash for the instructor. )

The vacation rental is thoroughly cleaned between each stay. However if you wish for a cleaning and change of linens during your stay we can arrange for the housekeeper to come for an additional charge of the standard cleaning fee. Please give us one day's notice so we can get this scheduled with the housekeeper.

Property manager

Janet & Scott

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

General

  • Unit size: 624 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

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
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 first aid kit
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 623043, STR-03981L

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Belmont Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mission Bay - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • SeaWorld - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Morena - Linda Vista Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Draft - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Point - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand located?

Located in Mission Beach, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Belmont Park and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Beach & Park Family Fun Getaway -Steps to Sand Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bridget V., Phoenix

Great location

Perfect location, clean, comfortable beds!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Beach Rental

Great place to stay! Cozy house with great location. Little noisy on the weekend😍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERICA S., Phoenix AZ

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

Very beautful and clean- would definitely stay again in future

Clean- location is perfect- all around very lovely relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya R.

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

San Diago

It was epic so close to the beach n sea world totally over satisfied we will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great place.

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Sand and Fun 2025

Was a lovely Vacation Rental, Would stay again and Recommend to family and friends who visit San Diego, Mission Beach area. close to everything we needed . 10 out 10 .
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Great liocation

Lots of fun things to do. Grandsons loved the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

raymond o.

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

Great beach escape

Returned to San Diego to visit with friends and the house was perfect putting us right in the heart of everything in Mission Beach. The place was clean, comfortable and a great patio for relaxing and enjoying the grill and fire pit. Clean, comfortable beds and everything you need for a perfect stay. Looking forward to doing it again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela Z.

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

Literally in Belmont Park’s back yard!

Overall, had a really pleasant stay at this home. The pictures are exactly what you get in person. The kitchen was very well equipped, even to make a good size thanksgiving meal, as we did! The beds were comfy. Plenty of pillows, blankets and towels. The heater worked well. The location is SO close to Belmont park and a cute street with lots of restaurants. Corner store is also a 3 minute walk. It was a little challenging turning on the outside twinkle lights, but we finally figured it out. They are solar power based, so they didn’t last too long. I imagine in the sunnier season, they last much longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel M.

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

great stay

Perfect location for Pacific Beach, walking access to beach & bay. Fire pit was well used at night and plenty of places to eat & drink within walking distance, so much so we didn't even get a car for half the week. Highly recommended and will use again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. You can walk to the beach, shopping, and places to eat. Ground floor level makes it easy to come and go. I eould stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Beautiful home within walking distance to beach and bay

817 Island Court was perfect for our stay. It had a super comfortable bed and bedding with a portable AC unit in the bedroom that allowed us to sleep in comfort during a heat wave that the area was experiencing. I wasn't expecting the rest of the unit to be so hot and stuffy even with fans, but no one can control the weather and there just wasn't any breeze. Fortunately, the unit has a really lovely patio with plenty of seating and a gas grill, so anytime we were at the unit, we just hung outside. It was a really quaint little area with cafe lights and pretty plants all around. It was surprisingly really quite also. I expected it to be more lively, but we barely saw anyone which made it nice and peaceful. The patio is shared with 2 other units. There was a really nice family from Ireland that we hung out with here and there so it was fun meeting new people. The walls are thick too because we didn't hear them upstairs at all. The unit had plenty of dishes and cooking utensils, and I always love the shampoo/conditioner/soap dispensers. There was a hose outside which was convenient to rinse our feet of sand and get all of the salt water off our snorkeling gear. The garage is a pretty tight fit, but we didn't have any issues parking the compact car we rented in it. We just had the 2nd person get out before pulling in and left the door open since it wouldn't fit all of the way in. The unit is decorated so cute and beachy too with a lot of really pretty marine line artwork. The best is the location. We were right around from Ray's rentals and spent one day riding bikes all along the boardwalk. You are literally a minute walk to the ocean and to the bay. All in all, I would definitely stay here again. The hosts were excellent at communicating and check in and out was quick and easy.