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Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp

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Close to Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center, Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp provides a firepit, a garden and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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)

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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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Pechanga Arena. 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
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What's nearby

  • A mural under a bridge with a muscular figure and a tree.
    Chicano Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A large stadium with the sign "Cobo Park" and palm trees around it.
    Petco Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A modern cityscape with a distinctive curved building, palm trees, and high-rise buildings under a clear blue sky.
    San Diego Convention Center
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture and a reflective pond with lily pads.
    Balboa Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego City College
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • 12th and Imperial Transit Center Station
    9 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center
    12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jack in the Box
    10 min walk
  • Hinar
    12 min walk
  • Longplay Hifi
    10 min walk
  • East Village Brewing Company
    13 min walk
  • The Church by The Lost Abbey
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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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Reviews

Private 2BR Downtown Retreat with Onsite Parking — Walk to Petco & Gaslamp Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Great place and location. Loved the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and enjoyable stay!

2 nice beds and very clean. K Cups provided and creamer! Nice appliances and clean kitchen!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Nice home with some unfortunate surroundings.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

short stay

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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful little place

It comes with everything you need and Elijah provides you a lot of the necessities that you need while staying! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a girls trip!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy! Check in was a breeze and location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling place and the host had everything there to make sure we were comfortable during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Place was beautiful and clean. TV was huge! Very close to downtown. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022