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Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, offices
TV, offices
Property grounds
In the heart of Hillcrest, this spacious 2-bedroom home is just a block from San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. Relax in style with a luxurious kitchen, smart TV featuring Netflix and HBO Max, or unwind on the patio.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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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.

Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo

Summary:
Luxury and relaxation await in this spacious and gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, located in the heart of Hillcrest just 1 block from the world-renowned San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. Our luxurious home is completely remodeled, using all high-end finishes and everything is new! The spacious interior boasts 2 large bedrooms, one with an ensuite bath and the other with access to the beautiful hall bathroom with luxury finishes, both with patio access.

Entertainers kitchen and dining area!

The Space:
Home features a 75-inch 4k Samsung QLED Smart TV with dedicated Dolby Atmos Surround Sound System.

- TV has Netflix, YouTube TV, HBO Max, Fubo, etc. It is also Airplay/Cast capable from your phone

The Neighborhood:
Hillcrest is a neighborhood in San Diego located northwest of Balboa Park. It is an accepting urban village with a small town feel. Hillcrest is known for its tolerance, diversity and locally-owned businesses including eclectic restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs and boutique shopping. It is also known for its salons and spas, medical offices, two major hospitals and the largest concentration of LGBTQ+ owned businesses in the city.

Balboa Park is a cultural oasis that includes 17 museums, gardens galore and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. At 1,200 acres, Balboa Park is one of North America’s most iconic urban parks and a must see on any visit to San Diego

Getting Around:
Being in the heart of the city, Balboa Park and Hillcrest are accessible by a number of major streets. Additionally, Hillcrest is among the most walkable neighborhoods in San Diego with a neighborhood Walk Score of 87. Rideshare is easily accessible. Many Bird scooters and bikes nearby.

Other Things to Note:
There is a brand new stackable washer/dryer unit located in the garage.

Pet friendly, $99 per stay!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

No smoking, loud music or parties. We do accept pets but it is important to pickup after them on a daily basis. Also, there will be an additional o...

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 642480, STR-04330L

Property is also known as

684b20115ac01300103e1bfa

About the area

Map
San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego Zoo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hotel Circle - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Balboa Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Petco Park - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sydney's Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Baja Betty's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Balboa Perk - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪insideOUT - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo located?

Located in Hillcrest, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Spanish Village Art Center and San Diego Zoo. Balboa Park and Petco Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Modern upscale home, 2bd 2bth, Pr Patio, 1 Blk>Zoo Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Thanksgiving Vacation

Excellent location and stay could not have been happier.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O.

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

Hillcrest Retreat

Allure Retreat was a great place to stay! It was everything that was advertised and more. The best location for what we wanted to do in San Diego! VERY clean and organized. Efrain was very responsive to all correspondence and I enjoyed working with him during our stay. Would stay at Allure Retreat again without second thought.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZEHRA D.

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

Clean, great location, Easy check in/out

The hosts were so helpful and responsive, and accommodated our group so well! The house is clean and stocked with everything that you need for a vacation. Would definitely come back here again if I ever make a trip back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin C.

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

great house, great communication

My family of 4 enjoyed our stay at this property and found it had great amenities and a fantastic location to everything we wanted to access in San Diego. It was also kid safe with enough room for them to move around. The only tiny issues we had were that the floors were pretty dusty upon check in but it didn't impact our stay much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara V.

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

Perfect location

Very walkable. Many city attractions very close by car or foot. Very nice place
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Fabulous home, great location and easy to get around

Great location, quiet neighborhood, could walk to the zoo and Balboa park. Clean property, very easy to check in/check out. Owners were very responsive. Easy and perfect for our family! Will definitely stay there again on our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely place in a great neighborhood

We loved our stay! The accommodations were great, and the neighborhood vibe was outstanding. I don't know if or when we'll be back in San Diego, but I would stay here again if I could!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teena C.

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

Location, location

This house is in a great neighborhood and location! Everything we went to was very close- baseball game, fc stadium, SeaWorld, uss Midway, the zoo including Balboa park. If you love to walk this is the place for you- Balboa park, grocery stores are in walking distance. And to top it off, the area is very dog friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

Excellent Property Location!

Spacious, clean, modern, quiet neighborhood, well located - just a few words to describe this property. Also easy parking and an easy drive to all areasof SD!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Happy

Very clean and nice. Conveniently located to attractions and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Beautiful and clean house

I really enjoyed staying here. Check in was easy. The house was clean and spacious. The hosts were very attentative. I really appreciated the small things like water bottles, snacks and coffee being included.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

don g.

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

San Diego Zoo Trip Stay

Very nice unit....updated kitchen and baths...Nice having individual heat/ac units in each room....Hosts are attentive and easy to work with....
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes G.

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

Great choice

This is a beautiful property that served our purpose perfectly. The place was clean, bright and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valentina G.

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

Nice stay

Location is good, walking distance to Balboa park. Recommend to walk to the Zoo, which is 15 minutes compared to 30 minutes of driving in traffic jams and parking during busy weekend hours. Apartment is nice, pretty modern. We had a good time. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna Marie C.

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

Comfortable and close to everything!

Enjoyed a walk to the zoo and local restaurants. Very clean and organized.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom U.

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

Review

Clean, spacious especially the kitchen/living area. Walk to Balboa park and the zoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George N.

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

San Diego Zoo Gem

Everything from the booking to check-out was a smooth as possible. Conveniently located near plenty of retail and restaurants, and of course the world famous San Diego Zoo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Great location.

Enjoyed our stay. Great place. Extremely clean, and walking distance to Balboa park and the zoo. Would have liked to have taken advantage of the area restaurants, but it was a working staff. Would definitely recommend if you’re visiting San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal P.

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

Perfect Stay

Such a great VRBO property. Exactly as described, everything is new and working well. Will definitely rent from these folks again. Neal
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Perfect home base for vacation!

Hosts provide all the comforts of home. Plus quiet walkable neighborhood, easy drive to Balboa Park and Downtown, lots of great restaurants nearby, and access to nature trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ellen N.

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

Great location

We had a wonderful stay. This property is clean and comfortable. The location is close and convenient to local attractions. Quiet and charming neighborhood. We felt safe and enjoyed our stay. Thanks for the snacks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Great Rental

The property is excellent. Great communication with Efrain. Great location, great neighborhood, extremely clean. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy P.

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

Review of property

Nice property, the only thing, unless I didn’t read the information properly on the app was the washer and dryer was in the garage that we had to go through our alley way to get to it, and it was attached to another unit which I didn’t realize until we got there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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