In this Old World oasis, you'll find a lovingly restored Victorian gem with many character-filled details. Savor the night time view of the downtown skyline and easily get to downtown nightlife.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1090 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp
Private 2 Bedroom Downtown Home includes 2 Onsite Parking Spots.
Walk to Petco Park & Gaslamp | Entire Standalone House | Quick Airport Access
About This Home
Enjoy the comfort and privacy of a full standalone home in the heart of San Diego — not a condo, not an apartment, and not a shared space.
Located on a private corner lot, this home gives you the freedom of having the entire house to yourself, plus on-site parking and unbeatable walkability to Petco Park and the Gaslamp District. I do not live on-site, so your stay is completely private.
The home comfortably sleeps 6 guests, with flexibility for up to 8 using the living room pullout and a queen air mattress (available upon request). Perfect for weekend getaways, Padres games, conventions, or business travel.
Sleeping Arrangements
Sleeps 6 comfortably | Up to 8 with request
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Living Room: Queen pullout sofa
Extra: Queen air mattress available upon request
Fresh linens, pillows, and bedding are provided for every sleeping space.
Inside the Home
You’ll have plenty of room to relax and unwind:
Cozy living room with seating and pullout sofa
Two private bedrooms with queen beds
Fully stocked kitchen essentials
High-speed WiFi
Smart TV
Fresh towels and basic toiletries
On-site parking steps from the front door
Clean, simple, and well maintained — ideal for guests who value comfort and convenience.
Prime Location
One of San Diego’s most walkable urban areas:
0.5 miles to Petco Park (games and concerts)
Walkable to the Gaslamp District for dining, nightlife, cafés, and shopping
10-minute drive to San Diego International Airport
Nearby:
San Diego Convention Center
Little Italy
East Village
Balboa Park
Seaport Village and Waterfront
No car required, though parking is included if you bring one.
Neighborhood Transparency (Please Read)
This is a downtown-adjacent urban neighborhood. Like most major city centers, you may see some homeless activity in nearby blocks, particularly around Gaslamp and East Village.
Encounters are typically non-confrontational, and the home itself is secure, private, and easy to access. Most guests value the walkability and convenience — this section is simply to set clear expectations.
Guest Access
You’ll have full private access to:
The entire standalone house
On-site parking
Your own private entrance
No shared walls. No shared spaces. No host on-site. Easy self check-in via lockbox or smart lock.
Perfect For
Families needing two real bedrooms
Couples traveling together
Small groups attending games, concerts, or conventions
Business travelers wanting privacy
Guests who value walkability and parking
Travelers seeking a flexible home base (6 comfortably, up to 8)
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
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
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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 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)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Nothing is needed for checkout, the cleaning staff will take care of everything.
Please remove all personal items, anything left over will be thrown away.
Thank you for your stay and safe travels!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) 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 646443, STR-11739L
About the area
Located in Sherman Heights, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and San Diego Bay. USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our San Diego travel guide
Is Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp located?
Located in Sherman Heights, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Chicano Park and Petco Park. San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). 12th and Imperial Transit Center Station is 9 minutes by foot and 25th - Commercial Station is 11 minutes.
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Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp Reviews
Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The home was comfortable and clean, and in a perfect location to walk to both the concert we were in town for and many restaurants. Unfortunately, in order to walk to these locations we would have had to walk through several unsafe streets filled with homeless sleeping on the streets. The group did not feel safe navigating the neighborhood after dark which put a bit of a damper on the stay. The home was fine, but we would not have chosen to stay there if we had known about the surrounding area.
David S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tracy P.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Lovely interior, misleading description
The interior of this home is lovely and communication with host was prompt.
Kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals.
The location is just one exit north to the bridge to Coronado Island.
The listing stated that there was 3 queen size beds and a full size sofa bed, sleeping 10. There was only 2 queen size beds, the 3rd was an air mattress. The sofa bed mattress was extremely thin and you could feel the bed frame through it. There was no bedding for the air mattress. If you only need two queens this rental will work for you, otherwise I do not suggest the sofa and air mattress.
When we brought this to the host's attention he did reach out to VRBO to have the listing changed and offered to contact VRBO to get us another rental. We declined due to having to get to a wedding.
The neighborhood does not feel the safest, a homeless encampment with visable drug use out the front window. Frequent police activity. The encampment did not bother us and mention it soley for those who might be concerned. On our last night we were kept awake by road construction taking place. If you decide to rent I would recommend asking the host if construction is complete.
The host offered a 25% discount for future stays for pointing out to him the error in the listing. It would have felt more genuine if he gave us the discount on this stay.
Tracy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Dawn Z.
26 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Quaint updated Victorian near downtown
This little gem is a great place near downtown San Diego to enjoy a getaway. Highly recommend and would definitely go back!
my stay at this property was very enjoyable. communication with the owner was good and the house was beautiful. i would recommend this house to anyone visiting san diego
The house is super cute! My friends and I came for a girls trip and we had the best time! Everything was super easy and the homeowner communicated very well!
Tiffany R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laci
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, great location! Lots of homeless population between neighborhood and tracks but seemed harmless and stayed to themselves. Great walking distance to Petco and pier. I really can't get over how beautiful the house and property are. Immaculately kept up, clean and lots of amenities. Very roomy. House itself very quiet. Will definitely stay here again! Great communication as well.