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Pool, A/C, fire pit, views of Cowles Mountain - Hemingway Heaven with a pool!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Marina
A heated pool
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms176 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Mission Trails Regional Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Viejas Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

With a stay at this vacation home in San Diego (San Carlos), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of San Diego State University and Snapdragon Stadium. .This vacation home is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Hotel Circle and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from San Diego Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Mission Trails Regional Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego State University - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Viejas Arena - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Snapdragon Stadium - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 15 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Amaya Trolley Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 21 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sombrero Mexican Food - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Los Panchos Taco Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪West Coast Smoke and Tap House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Pool, A/C, fire pit, views of Cowles Mountain - Hemingway Heaven with a pool!

Feel like you're on cloud nine at this charming single-level, air-conditioned 4-bedroom retreat, where the stunning views of Cowles Mountain set the stage for unforgettable moments! Soak up the sun by the sparkling solar-heated pool, fire up the BBQ for a savory al fresco meal, and relax by the cozy fire pit as the sky transforms with the warm glow of the sunset. Inside, the beautifully curated living spaces offer a seamless blend of style and comfort, creating the ideal setting to unwind and recharge. The game room with a pool table guarantees hours of fun and friendly competition. Whether you're venturing out to nearby hiking trails or enjoying the year-round San Diego sunshine, this home serves as your peaceful sanctuary to reconnect and create lasting memories.

This home does NOT allow children between the ages of 0-3 years under any circumstances. Any guests over the age of 3 are required to know how to swim, including adults. If these conditions cannot be met, we invite you to browse through our inventory for alternative accommodations that do not have a pool.

4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
- Master suite: king bed, ensuite bathroom, TV with Roku, direct access to back patio
- Second bedroom: queen bed, TV with Roku
- Third bedroom: queen bed, TV with Roku
- Fourth bedroom: queen bed, TV with Roku
- Hallway bathroom: two sinks, tub/shower combo

AMENITIES
- Pool (solar heated, not fenced)
- Fire pit
- Outdoor dining table & extra seating
- Outdoor kitchen with BBQ grill & sink
- Pool table
- Central heating & AC
- Fully-stocked kitchen with 2 bar stools
- Dining area for 8
- Washer and dryer
- Roku TV in the living room & each bedroom
- Board games
- Beach gear: chairs, towels, boogie boards, umbrella, sand toys

PARKING
- Up to 1 vehicle in the garage and 2 vehicles in the driveway

HOUSE RULES
- MAX OCCUPANCY AT ALL TIMES: 8
- QUIET HOURS: 9pm - 9am
- NO PARTIES, GATHERINGS, NO EXTRA GUESTS THAT OVER OCCUPIES THE HOME, OR EVENTS ALLOWED. Strictly enforced.
- THIS HOME IS NOT PET FRIENDLY.
- VIDEO & PHOTOGRAPHY: There shall be no video, still photography or film production of any kind without the express written consent of the owner. Fees apply.
- SMOKING: This home and all Vacation Rentals by Kimberly properties are strictly non-smoking. Smoking of any kind is not permitted anywhere on the premises. A minimum $250 fee will be charged if evidence of smoking is found.

PLEASE NOTE!
- Please take note that this home is NOT baby and/or child proofed. It is your responsibility to walk the home and/or property upon arrival, to make this space safe for your children. We assume no liability for harm/death to any baby or child staying or visiting this vacation rental.
- Please note that early check-ins and late check-outs are available at our discretion. There are extra fees for either of these add-ons when available.
- Exterior surveillance cameras are recording video 24/7. The cameras are located in the front and side of the house, there are no cameras in the backyard.
- The pool is heated by solar panels and not by a traditional pool heater where you have the ability to change the temperature at will. Solar heating is dependent on environmental conditions, so it may not provide consistent warmth throughout the year, especially in colder seasons. The water temperature cannot be changed at any time. During the cooler seasons, the pool water temperature typically ranges between 60-70 degrees, while in the summer, it can reach 80 degrees or higher.
- The pool is not fenced, with a depth ranging from 3 feet to approximately 8 feet.
- The indoor fireplace is not for use.

CANCELLATION POLICY
- A thirty (30) day notice is required for cancellation. Cancellations that are made more than thirty (30) days prior to the arrival date will incur no penalty, aside from a $500 restocking fee.
- Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay, that are made within 30 days of the arrival date, forfeit the full advance payment (not including deposit and cleaning fee).
- Cancellation or early departure does not warrant any refund of rent. If you wish to shorten your existing reservation with VRBKIM, and your reservation is further than 30 days away, we do charge a $100 restocking fee to make this adjustment.

PARTIES & OVER OCCUPANCY POLICY
If the guest violates any of our rules regarding noise, parties, or over occupancy, and the host receives complaints from neighbors, a $500 fine will be imposed per occurrence. In addition, should these allegations be found true, the guest will be subject to immediate eviction without a refund.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features games and surfing/body boarding nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Unit size: 1,890 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in 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

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-02006L, 605322

Property is also known as

942790

Pool, A/C, fire pit, views of Cowles Mountain - Hemingway Heaven with a pool! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house. I loved the view and pool. It had everything you need. It was clean, comfortable beds, everything was great. If you need to get ahold of the property manager you’ll need to call them. The messaging feature in VRBO is not monitored and the number they tell you to call is wrong in the auto-reply.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hemingway Heaven is a great description. The house was clean and had a gorgeous view of the mountains. We were extremely pleased with our stay. The master ed was extremely comfortable. Close to the zoo and to far from the safari.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hemingway Heaven is right!

We were in San Diego area for work, but knew we'd have some downtime to enjoy, so chose this beautiful property, and were so thrilled with it. It has quality furnishing, a gorgeous pool, firepit, and views! Plus, a modern kitchen, with everything needed to cook, comfortable bedrooms and living room. We couldn't have asked for a better spot for our 4-day stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valérie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay!The property is beautiful, the house was spotless and super comfortable.The backyard with BBQ and all the amenities were just perfect for our group.A few small improvements could make the stay even better: since we were 8 adults, having a few more towels would have been appreciated. Also, trash bins and mirrors in the bedrooms would have been useful.Overall, we had a wonderful week and would definitely recommend this home without hesitation.It truly was a highlight for us – a real gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025