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Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

Family-friendly cottage in San Diego

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Experience the charm of Old Town San Diego at this private one-bedroom cottage, within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and historic sites. Enjoy a relaxing retreat in the landscaped patio area or explore nearby beaches and attractions like Sea World and downtown via public transit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

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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.

Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

This charming one-bedroom cottage (and our two-bedroom next door- see listing number below) are in the heart of all the excitement, history, heritage and charm of Old Town San Diego. Private and tropical, this adorable cottage is located in the center of the birthplace of San Diego, walking distance from a plethora of delicious restaurants, quaint shops, Old Town State Historic Park, all in a fun and lively authentic Mexican atmosphere! Visit many FREE museums that explore some of the more mysterious legends of early San Diego, offer tours of original historical sites, 'haunted tours,' and more! In addition, you will find Mariachi shows, dancers, live outdoor theatre performances and more surprises as you explore the streets of Old Town on foot.
Close proximity to beaches, Sea World, downtown, San Diego Zoo, Coronado-- this property is central to all! The Old Town trolley offers a delightful tour of the city, and leaves two blocks from cottage!
Public transit center is less than a half mile away with access to buses, light rail, and Amtrak. Renting a car is entirely optional!
Cottage features one full bedroom with queen bed, full upgraded bath with shower/tub, full-size fold-out sofa in living room, full upgraded kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, and coffeemaker. For guests with little ones, we can provide a high chair and a pack and play. One designated parking spot OFF street! Private patio area with table and chairs for al fresco dining or just relaxing in your own landscaped retreat. Also please see listing #972676 for our neighboring two-bedroom. Both properties are equipped with heating/air conditioning.
PLEASE NOTE: As we do have a very welcoming pet policy, please advise us ahead of time of any allergies or sensitivities so that we are able to make sure you are comfortable. Cottages are meticulously cleaned after each stay; however, some severe allergies can still be affected by the past presence of animals, so we will do what we can to remove any allergens before your stay. Thanks!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Sorry, we cannot allow smoking on this property.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, we cannot allow smoking on this property.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 612461, STR-02327L

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Adorable 1 bd Cottage Heart Old Town- WE Love Pets
Adorable 1 bd Cottage Heart Town- WE Love Pets
Adorable 1 bd Heart Town WE L
Adorable 1 bd Cottage Heart of Old Town WE Love Pets!

About the area

Map
San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of San Diego - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hotel Circle - 2 min drive - 4.1 km
  • SeaWorld - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 6 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Mexican Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cousin's Candy Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Bella Italian Bistro - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay on 24 Nov 2025 start from NZ$426.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay located?

This family-friendly San Diego cottage is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Whaley House Museum and Old Town San Diego State Park. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Mission Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km). Morena - Linda Vista Station is 22 minutes by foot and Washington Street Station is 25 minutes.

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Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 267 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Lovely

This place is so homey. Joan is lovely. I felt safe and it was easy access to multiple places plus awesome Mexican food within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great Stay In Old Town

Great place to stay at if you’re going to be visiting old town or the San Diego area. The place has lots of privacy and space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romulo C.

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

Wonderful....

Wonderful host, wonderful property, wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Sherry B.

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

Great stay!

You can’t beat the location! Right in the heart of Old Town. Very cute cottage. Perfect size for my husband and myself and our pup. Very clean and bed was one of the most comfortable we have had while traveling! Joan ( the owner) is a lovely lady and you can tell she genuinely cares about her visitors. We will most definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Communication was excellent. Very hospitable stay! Can’t wait to bring my family to this cottage again. We had an amazing trip thanks to this lovely location and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karel P.

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

Perfect Cottage

Great location and perfect place to stay with my friends and furbabies. The hosts were very accommodating and I especially appreciated the pet beds, toys, and treats for the pups. Also, we really enjoyed the Christmas tree in the living room. Very warm and festive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

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

Great location!

Perfect for me and my dog - good location and you can walk to Old Town San Diego - lots of food near house. Very clean place and great communication on access...
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

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

Nice little place

Joan was very nice and had the sofa bed all made up for the kids since our flight was signicantly delayed and we were getting in really late. Nice place with nice location. Very easy to get Ubers to anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

oscarin61

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

Location, location.

We typically travel with our dog, this rental was perfect with enclosed back yard/patio and "dog treats" supplied by host. It is walking distance to Old Town and has it's own parking. Definitely would stay again. Thank you Joan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this adorable cottage in the heart of old town. Joan is so sweet and accommodating, she had available for our 1 year old a pack and play as well as a high chair. This cottage has all the comforts of home and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ernest C.

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

Perfect Getaway

My wife and I were so happy to find this adorable cottage. The property manager is so kind. She welcomed us and our dog. We felt comfortable and at home. The location is perfect for those who love Old Town and all it offers. We definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

A charming and private retreat

Charming as well as very clean. The owner and property manager are very helpful and friendly. There were ample bathroom supplies. The kitchen supplies were what we had at home. You name, they had it. The location is great for visiting Old Town and most convenient for heading for SD in general.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

connie c.

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

Two weeks in San Diego wasn't enough😀

This cottage was roomy and was centrally located to many city sites and surrounded by restaurants and small shops. Transportation was two blocks away. The manager, Joan, was available & responded immediately to questions. We had a wonderful time and Joan makes it very pet friendly. We will try to return sometime.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra p.

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

Wonderful Cottage

San Diego is like our second home, but finding an affordable place where to stay is hard to find, we were very lucky to find this fantastic place in such a beautiful area. Location was perfect, walking distance to Old Town, not to worry about parking and at night very peaceful. Love it, cottage had everything we need and the best Dove went above and beyond to make this trip just perfect. Thank you so much for leaving that fresh water for our lovely dog in such a hot day, he was in heaven. Hopefully we continue going back to your place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Hidden Gem right Smack Dab in Old Town SD

Hidden Gem right Smack Dab in the middle of Old Town SD. Right next to a plethora of amazingly good restaurants that are in walking distance. Very seldom did we use our vehicle because of all the great food nearby. SeaWorld, The San Diego Zoo, & Lego Land were the only places we drove too during our stay & they were very close to the property which was nice. Everything else was in walking distance which made it nice to just walk out & have a night out on the town.The owner Joan was very attentive to our needs & offered early check in which was amazing because we were a family of 6 two adults, two children, & two dogs. Big dogs may I add. Traveling from Phoenix so it was nice to be able to unpack as soon as we arrived in San Diego. The property itself was very cute, clean, & up kept. The private back yard for our doggos was a nice touch. Plus private parking! In old town SD! Super unheard of. If you're looking for a nice spot in Old Town SD to lay your head with your family look no further! I'd definitely bring my family back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little property in heart of old town. Owner was friendly and communicated well. Very clean. Only improvement I can suggest is more counter space in bathroom. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Vacation

We enjoyed our stay. The place was perfect and there was even a dog bed, toys, and a water dish filled with water waiting for us when we got there. Within walking distance to lots of dog friendly restaurants and within a 10-15min drive to all the things we wanted to do in San Diego, including an off leash dog beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bria R.

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

Lovely Trip

We went looking for a pet friendly place for us and our puppy. We absolutely scored with finding this location. The space outside was our favorite, and the location was perfect. Easy drive to everywhere we wanted to be. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne N.

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

Another great stay!

This Cottage in Old Town is perfect for our needs - we try to stay here every time we are in San Diego. The location near the transit center and all the restaurants/shops is so convenient! The cottage is comfortable and well-equipped with everything needed. Dove & Joan are accommodating hosts who respond quickly to questions. The check-in process is easy. We're already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon L.

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

Lovely trip

Joann was an absolutely fantastic host! From the moment we arrived, she was welcoming, responsive, and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. When our plans changed, she graciously worked with us to extend our stay, which we truly appreciated. Her flexibility and kindness made our trip stress-free and enjoyable. The property itself was clean, well-maintained, and just as described. Joann’s attention to detail and hospitality made us feel right at home. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! If you’re looking for a host who genuinely cares about her guests, Joann is the one. We’d love to stay here again in the future, thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

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

Perfect for dog lovers

We were traveling with dogs so this place was ideal--it had a little fenced backyard so they could be comfortable. The owner was incrdeibly helpful with suggestions for dog walks and dog parks as well as recommendations for local restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole B.

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

Amazing Visit

The property is beautiful, and conveniently located right next to old town. Host went above and beyond to accommodate last minute requests, and has every amenity you would need for your household. Definitely plan on booking again for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

Old Town fun

It was perfect. It had everything we needed plus Pet friendly and walkable to many restaurants and we were able to walk to church. We will be back and have recommended it to family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Adorable

In the heart of Old Town, this cottage was as advertised. Very cute and had all we needed. I would definitely recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al J.

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

Convenience Plus!

Neat and clean little spot in the heart of Old Town San Diego, has everything needed for your stay. Easy walk to several good restaurants. Off street parking, responsive owner. A gem of a place, highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025