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Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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San Diego, CA
  • Shelter Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in San Diego, within a 5-minute drive of San Diego Bay and Shelter Island. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from University of San Diego and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
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What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mission Bay - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • SeaWorld - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mission Beach - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sept DISCOUNTS ! VIEWS! 4 Master Suites 5 Star Architectural Designer with Spa


This 1945 classic lofty hillside residence with 4 Master Bedrooms & 4.5 baths was entirely renovated and redesigned in 2014 for Architectural Digest AD 100 by Architect John Ike for his own personal San Diego home.

Luckily there is a telescope in the residence so that you can enjoy the spectacular panoramic views that stretch from Cabrillo Point and the Pacific Ocean, to the 10,000 foot high Pacific Coast Range east of downtown San Diego.

The never ending parade of ships and sailboats in San Diego Bay below would be enough to keep you occupied during your entire stay!

It's also one of those homes that you really have to be inside of in order to appreciate the excellent design and intriguing detailed craftsmanship that has been created for your comfort and viewing pleasure.

Each of the Master Bedrooms (two on each level) have spectacular views and are decorated with vintage mid- century furniture and custom made beds, each with its own bath, and all but one affording access to the outdoors. We have two King sized beds, 2 twins, 1 queen and two single pull out couches.

The custom kitchen paneled entirely in Hemlock with cork floors and ceilings, features a vintage Chambers Range and Oven, Subzero refrigerator, Convection Oven Microwave, and opens to an outdoor dining terrace with a built in charcoal Weber plus a separate gas grill.

An upstairs lofty shingled great room with 13' ceilings and a wall of sliding glass panels features a living area, fireplace, dining area and a chic stand up bar and vintage McIntosh Stereo. Vintage mid-century furniture, art and textiles lend an air of casual elegance to this room you just don't want to leave.

A lower level additional sitting room with floor to ceiling glass and ultra HD 4K TV provides and alternative place to hang out.

So pack your bags and get ready to enjoy- two expansive decks, two additional patio areas, two living areas, 2 fireplaces, private jacuzzi, private terraced area amongst the orange and lemon and olive trees, eat in kitchen, dining area, office space with WIFi and printer, washer dryer, dishwasher, telescope, hammock, wet bar and 6 HD TV's.

Ample non restrictive street parking, quiet residential neighborhood.

Just minutes away from famous San Diego Beaches, Yacht Club, Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Gas Lamp Downtown, Convention Center, SeaWorld, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, Seaport Village, Little Italy, Old Town and many more waterside shops and restaurants.

After a fun and sun filled San Diego day make sure you make time for a relaxing hot tub jacuzzi. Then just stretch out with your family on the outdoor, comfortable lounge chair furniture and hammock while you gaze upon the gorgeous sunsets.

We know that this will be a Vacation Home you will always remember, and we look forward to hosting your group. Call now for a reservation


Disclosure: There is an ADU on site which the owner visits from time to time. He is extremely quiet and you will barely ever see him coming and going.
Also please note that we are unable to host Bachelor/ Bachelorette parties- or any Pre/Post Wedding activities.
Thank you for your understanding
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a water park and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There are steep staircases inside and out

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: Outside area usage 7am-10p
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 611401, STR-01882L

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Sept DISCOUNTS ! VIEWS! 4 Master Suites 5 Star Architectural Designer with Spa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 189 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spacious mid-century modern home. Great location and wonderful views. Hosts are awesome to work with and very easy to communicate with. This will definitely be a return stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely convenient / ideal location - grocery a few blocks away. All of San Diego proper within a few minutes drive along harbor drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Davie; Fl., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat customer to this place. Wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else. The house is amazing and communication was always present. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karla M.

Liked: Cleanliness

great views and location

Absolutely great views and location. Though it has a vintage charm the property had appliances that were difficult to operate, and a few items did not work as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the unique house with its spacious interior, amazing view, and lovely fauna.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location place is very clean. Loved the modern decor. The views were amazing sat out on the deck for hours a day. Bedrooms 4 masters on bathroom suites, definitely a plus. Bruce was great to deal with did a walk-through with us over the phone answered any question was available if needed. Seems like a very safe and quiet neighborhood. Plenty of parking close to grocery store, seafood markets. kitchen was fully stocked, would recommend maybe replacing the nonstick pans they were well used. we only live an hour away from the city, and I would rent this place again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Homeira G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Fun Fun

Perfect accommodation, view and privacy for everyone. This vintage house is very well kept and everything worked. the view is spectacular and the setting is inviting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation gathering

We visited with a large group of family members for my son’s graduation from SDSU. The house had plenty of comfortable beds and spaces for everyone. The home is breathtaking, well appointed, and in a location that is convenient to a lot of places!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall, great experience!

The property has amazing views of the city, and was perfect for my family celebrating a graduation. Plenty of space for everyone, and we spent a lot of time on the deck enjoying the view. Some typical wear and tear on furniture and the home, but nothing major. Communication with property manager was great, and the stay overall was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

Our family loved the house. The location was great and the views were spectacular!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Diego Stunner!

We absolutely loved this house for our first time in San Diego. Unbelievable views, along with such a great space and location! So happy we chose this house to kick off our vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

natalie f.

Liked: Cleanliness

It’s all true

The description by the host and rave reviews by guests are right on target. Our group of 7 women couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more. Beautiful setting, comfortable living and sleeping areas, ample bathrooms, well stocked kitchen, multiple lovely outdoor sitting areas and convenient location too!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Faith, Friendship, Food, Fun

Nine women, ages 85–73, headed to San Diego to celebrate 20 years of praying together. Communication with Susan from the very beginning was so easy. As the time got closer to our arrival date communication with Bruce was just as easy and professional. The house was a showcase of mid-century modern design. And the view was absolutely breathtaking. We loved seeing the city lights at night and seeing ships come in and out of the harbor. The location is ideal and we took advantage of getting to as many attractions as we could in the time that we had.We enjoyed every minute. Would we stay here again? Absolutely!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran S.

Liked: Cleanliness

This property was perfect for.our 8 family member get together. Absolutely gorgeous!

Very comfortable and spacious. We completely enjoyed the outdoor living spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couples get away

What a great place to stay while enjoying San Diego!This property gave 4 couples each a private suite. Very comfortable beds.The view is spectacular, the location is minutes away for the harbor.Our Host communicated quickly answering questions, they gave great recommendations on restaurants and local activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great business trip home

One of the coolest houses in San Diego. So great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAYNA C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views and location

A perfect location to visit sights and enjoy the area. The property was a cool mid century modern, well stocked with cozy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Supreme views

This house was fantastic. The pictures don’t do it justice, especially the incredible views! We had two families stay with a mix of adults, teens and kids. There was plenty of room, all needs catered for and the amazing architecture and decor really added to our enjoyment of our stay. Thanks to Bruce and Susan for being great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

The host was really great, and the property was as advertised, perfect for the gathering, would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Architecture and Design

Beautiful mid-century design and furnishings. Lovely mature SW garden in front and Olive Trees in back. Hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

The property mgr was awesome. The property was beyond expectations. We had a great time and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredibly unique experience…

This house is not just beautiful, it is a unique experience. Breathtaking views of San Diego and Coronado. Very spacious and comfortable. But the most incredible aspect is the authenticity of this mid century look. The furniture, the artwork, the lighting, the electronics, etc. were really impressive. I would highly recommend staying there. Also, the house manager, Bruce, was super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic home rental

We rented here for my mother's 80th birthday. The pictures on the listing caught my eye with all the beautiful views. When we got to the house and toured it, i thought it's all that and more. The locatiok is teriffic as its up on a hill in a quiet, residential area filled with expensive homes. You can walk to a grocery store,, starbucks and Dunkin Donuts, plus some restaurants and a bar or two. Its an easy drive to the beaches and to Gaslamp. The house architecture is amazing. The house has 2 huge decks with seating areas, a table fire pit and a hammock. There is an attractive wet bar, very nice grill area w mutilple grills, a hot tub, etc. 4 of us each had our own rooms with very comfortable beds and private baths. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. The family room Sonos system was a nice perk. We would suggest upgrading the sauce pans with some new non-stick ones. Can't recommend this place enough. I could have sat on the deck w a beer and watxhed the view for hours and we did!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home in an amazing city

Fantastic house in San Diego. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024