Storybook House 2 Block From Ocean or Mission Bay

We got in and hopped out of the car at 7pm. We made it to the beach in time to see the sunset at 7:03, with a minute or two to spare. Ralph's grocery store is 2 blocks away, the Tuesday Farmer's Market is 2 blocks away, the marina is 2 blocks away, the beach is 2 blocks away. Seriously, this location cannot be beat. You can see the ocean from the rooftop deck, and the house is very spacious. We did not use the pool, but the hot tub was wonderful after days of hiking and kayaking in La Jolla. Downtown San Diego is just a short, easy drive away. Terrific restaurants are easily within walking distance if you do not feel like using the well-stocked kitchen. Ocean toys, wagons, bikes, and now a cooler are at your disposal. This place is amazing.

We had a wonderful stress free long weekend recharge. Two families with plenty of room. We were able to cook, grill, relax and chill. Kitchen was great. Billiards table and big dining room table made it easy for us to gather and visit and eat. Loved the sunsets from the hot tub. Appreciated the ready to use wagons, bikes, beach towels and sand shovels. Backyard pool was also a great place to soak and visit. Best thing was location in a quiet beautiful old neighborhood but only two blocks from the beach and three blocks from the bay. Host was very helpful when needed.

We loved the pool which was just the right size for the kids. The pool table was a big hit, as was the hot tub. Ryan made checking in very easy and he and Birdy, his cockatoo, greeted us minutes after arrival. Great kitchen, beautiful private back yard. We will definitely return!

This house is fun and quirky. It’s perfect for families with children. We were 3 generations (7 adults and 5 kids. The little swimming pool was great for the little ones. The rooftop hot tub was great for the adults. The sleeping arrangements were great for our mix of family.. Near the beach.

Ryan was a wonderful host. He was always responsive, patient and helpful. As the parents of the groom, we wanted a place to congregate. None of our family live in San Diego, so it became a place where we could all relax and catch up. It was a "home away from home". The challenge with finding a home to rent, was that we needed one with a bedroom that was on the main floor, near the kitchen. My in-laws find stairs challenging, so this just perfect! The kitchen was spacious, the outside area had plenty of room for all of us to relax. The kids enjoyed the heated pool and I enjoyed the rooftop jacuzzi. From the rooftop you could see the ocean, and the otherside, the bay. Thank you Ryan for sharing your beautiful, historic and 'full of personality' home with us. I hope we have another occasion to rent it in the future! All the best.

Wonderful property, perfect location with beach walks one block away, awesome child friendly park walkable, couldn't be better. private parking for two vehicles was perfect. Kitchen is awesome, and the pool table...never thought we'd ever play so many games of pool, it's just in the perfect place for entertaining. So many places to gather for conversations, just a great family friendly property.

This is the perfect home for a large group. We had 10 adults and there was plenty of rooms, bathrooms, and spaces to socialize. Sitting in/around the pool was wonderful during the day and the rooftop deck and hot tub was amazing at night. The pool table was also a lot of fun. It was a short easy walk down to the beach or bay with lots of eating choices and the grocery store within walking distance. There were 6 bikes, wagons, beach chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys there for our use as well as plenty of beach towels. The 2 parking spaces provided was so convenient since the street remains very full during the weekend. Ryan, the host, was very responsive and kind. I would definitely stay at the Storybook House again for a group gathering.

This home was such a fun piece of history, we loved the house! Not only was it in the perfect location for being able to walk and bike to so many things, the interior decoration was so fun to explore, it felt like a movie set home, which made it feel special! The pool was actually deeper than we thought which was a great perk. We paid to have the pool heated and used the hot tub on the roof, which was awesome. We used the bikes provided by the house and rented a few more for the kids, we did need to get the tires filled on the provided bikes, but that was easy. We loved riding down the beach as well as the bay to get meals and ice cream. The house felt like such an easy access point for everywhere we wanted to go, like La Jolla, Balboa Park and even Legoland and Temecula. As for the house itself, the kitchen was very well stocked, the beds were so comfortable and the extra things that were provided like beach wagons, bikes, beach toys, tons of towels, etc was such a big help to us as we flew across the country. We also felt that the rooms had enough window shade to make the rooms dark for sleeping, important for us on a different time zone! Ryan was easy to communicate with and he was so very prompt. I feel like the host communication can be glossed over but it really helps when the host has clear instructions and prompt responses to questions; and Ryan was great at all of that, clear communication to us as renters and prompt with any questions we had!

Fantastic property for our family reunion for eight days! The house is spacious, has various sitting areas inside and out for smaller group gatherings. 12 family members were very comfortable in their bedrooms and bathrooms. Everything was in excellent working order. The 3.5ft high built in pool in yard and roof top hot tub were well used & appreciated. Also evening pool games inside were a lot of fun! We cooked dinners at home 5 nights, All appliances were easy to use and were in great working order including gas grill outside. We had another house of 12 that were able to join us to enjoy the pool and to eat altogether. We were walking distance to ocean and bay. 4 bikes and other beach toys were all used on a regular basis making it delightful to get out and ride on boardwalk for sunsets! Owner is readily available if needed. He was very responsive when we had an issue with the garbage disposal. It was taken care of immediately after we contacted him!

Charming home. Close to everything you'd want to see in San Diego, but you might not want to leave. Pool table on the first floor, hot tub on the roof where you can watch the Seaworld fireworks each night, small swimming pool in the back. There's plenty of room - we had 8 people. A place to park your car. Short walk to the beach and restaurants. And the owner is great. What more could you want?

Three generations including four children 7 years and under stayed together. The house accommodated all of us in comfort. The kitchen was well equipped allowing us to cook substantive meals. The bedrooms were well furnished and the three and a half baths were very convenient. The living and dining areas were pleasant with some interesting decorative touches. The pool is not deep but perfect for our group and the rooftop hot tub was a nightly attraction. The garden area was attractive with a large border of Birds of Paradise plants. The house was clean and fully ready for us to enjoy.Ryan was an excellent host and always responded quickly and helpfully. I would highly recommend this lovely old house for any larger group.

The house was amazing. It was old but clean. We had 1 issue with the house and Ryan responded very quickly. I highly recommend it for a family get together.

Beautiful property located perfect to the beach and San Diego area. Host was very accommodating and the place was in fantastic shape. Highly recommend.

Loved our stay at the house, 12 of us including adults and young children. Ryan was accommodating and helpful. Quirky house, private and spacious. Lovely clean hot tub on the roof.

House did not have A/C but my mistake for not verifying! House was very nice, quiet neighborhood. House could have been cleaner. Found bugs and cobwebs. Otherwise very nice beach rental

The home was as nice as advertised. We had 10 people (6 adults and 4 small children) and it accommodated us very well. The location was great -- short walk to either Mission beach or the bay. The pool, although small, was a great plus for the children. The kitchen was well equipped. The one minor issue was the flies. There were a lot of flies outside and there is probably not a lot that can be done about that. However, a fair number made their way inside, and created a nuisance. Maybe some kind of fly traps inside would help.

We are 5 senior Seattle friends who have known each other for over 60 years. For several years we meet for an extravaGANZA trip to a different US destination. This year was San Diego and this VRBO storybook house was perfect in amenities, cleanliness, and location. Easy walk or shirt drives to beach, restaurants, and of course coffee.

Excellent accommodation that met all requirements. Very clean with many facilities location is perfect. . Superb communication with Ryan both before arrival and during our stay. Highly recommended. Thank you Ryan .

This house was perfect for our family vacation. Plenty of room for 8 adults . We enjoyed the walk ability to the beach, restaurants, grocery & quick Uber to downtown, La Jolla , Torrey Pines etc. Great yard, pool, hot tub, cooks kitchen, large TV room (pool table was a hit). Hope to visit again !!!

We recently had the pleasure of staying at a delightful VRBO property located at Pacific Beach, San Diego, and it was an absolute treat for our family gathering. As a family of ten, with two teenagers and two younger children, finding a place that caters to everyone's needs can be challenging, but this house was more than up to the task. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that made us feel right at home. The house itself is spacious and well-appointed, ensuring that each member of our family had their own comfortable space. The layout of the home was perfect for family gatherings as well as offering quiet nooks for some alone time, which is essential when traveling with a large group. The location of the property is a highlight in itself. For families with children and teenagers, this house is a dream. The younger ones had ample space to play and explore safely, while the teenagers appreciated the proximity to local hotspots and the independence that afforded them. In terms of amenities, the house left nothing to be desired. The kitchen was well-equipped for family meals, bedrooms were cozy and well-maintained. We highly recommend this home.

This was a great property for a family reunion (7 people). The house is perfectly laid out so everyone can be together on the main floor or outside, while there is ample privacy if people need some time alone in their bedrooms. The kitchen is fantastic. If that wasn’t enough, the short walk to the beach makes this property even more attractive. Ryan was a great host, and we all really enjoyed our stay.

This house is a one of a kind gem. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Ryan is a great host. Beds are super comfy and the courtyard is stunning! Would come back again.

We came to SD for daughters college graduation. This home was PERFECT. Tremendous charm throughout the house. Outdoor space was amazing for entertaining. Parking was excellent (important for beach area properties). All the beds were very comfortable. Would absolutely stay here again.

This house is fun and quirky. It’s perfect for families with children. We were 3 generations (7 adults and 5 kids. The little swimming pool was great for the little ones. The rooftop hot tub was great for the adults. The sleeping arrangements were great for our mix of family.. Near the beach.

This is the perfect home for a large group. We had 10 adults and there was plenty of rooms, bathrooms, and spaces to socialize. Sitting in/around the pool was wonderful during the day and the rooftop deck and hot tub was amazing at night. The pool table was also a lot of fun. It was a short easy walk down to the beach or bay with lots of eating choices and the grocery store within walking distance. There were 6 bikes, wagons, beach chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys there for our use as well as plenty of beach towels. The 2 parking spaces provided was so convenient since the street remains very full during the weekend. Ryan, the host, was very responsive and kind. I would definitely stay at the Storybook House again for a group gathering.

We had a family reunion (all adults) and every single person loved this enchanting home. It is full of rich history yet also has modern kitchen and bathrooms and great amenities such as a small heated pool (small extra charge), hot tub and pool table. From the rooftop you had some peeks of the ocean and could gaze over the bay from the hot tub. Just know that there are many sets of stairs throughout, but it does have the main living areas and a large en-suite bedroom on the main floor for those who cannot do stairs. It is a great location, easy walk to Ralphs grocery, boardwalk/ocean or bay. It is in a cute, safe, quiet neighborhood. Ryan lives just next door (adjoining) so he is super helpful and communicative, but gives you total privacy during your vacation (you will not see a trace of him). Thank you for an amazing stay!

The house was perfect for our family vacation. Plenty of space and bedrooms and the backyard/pool area was lovely. Great location in PB!

This was a lovely home and Ryan was wonderful. There are many uneven stairs but if you’re sure footed the charm more than makes up for it. There was plenty of room, the beds we’re comfortable and the counter space was plenty. It was wonderful for the family dinners that we had. I will definitely return.

The house was amazing. It was old but clean. We had 1 issue with the house and Ryan responded very quickly. I highly recommend it for a family get together.

This house was great and worked perfectly for my family of 10. The neighborhood was lovely and within walking distance of everything we wanted to do. My family took full advantage of the bicycles as well as the pool and hot tub. The owner/manager was right next door and available whenever we had a question or needed anything. I would highly recommend this home.

Beautiful house conveniently located near beach, store, and bay in a quiet neighborhood. Responsive owner right next door. Well stocked kitchen. Gorgeous plants and private patio with pool. Hot tub with view. Comfy beds. Great for a large family.

We had a group of 10 adults celebrating a 50th birthday. We absolutely LOVED this house and the location can NOT be beat. We walked to the grocery store multiple times. So convenient. There are tons of restaurants and bars literally 5 minutes away on foot, not to mention the beach. Ryan was an awesome host. You didn't know he was there but if you needed something, he appeared in minutes. He even shipped some items we left behind and wouldn't let me pay for it. I can't say enough good things about this rental.

This home is very conveniently located walking distance to beach, back bay, grocery store and many restaurants/bars in PB. The house is well equipped, spacious and provides a great atmosphere for socializing in small and large groups. We enjoyed the rooftop spa and great sunsets from the roof deck.Ryan is terrific to communicate with and very accommodating. We also enjoyed the 6 beach cruisers to experience the beach boardwalk. I’d definitely stay again.

This is the perfect home for a large group. We had 10 adults and there was plenty of rooms, bathrooms, and spaces to socialize. Sitting in/around the pool was wonderful during the day and the rooftop deck and hot tub was amazing at night. The pool table was also a lot of fun. It was a short easy walk down to the beach or bay with lots of eating choices and the grocery store within walking distance. There were 6 bikes, wagons, beach chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys there for our use as well as plenty of beach towels. The 2 parking spaces provided was so convenient since the street remains very full during the weekend. Ryan, the host, was very responsive and kind. I would definitely stay at the Storybook House again for a group gathering.

This home was such a fun piece of history, we loved the house! Not only was it in the perfect location for being able to walk and bike to so many things, the interior decoration was so fun to explore, it felt like a movie set home, which made it feel special! The pool was actually deeper than we thought which was a great perk. We paid to have the pool heated and used the hot tub on the roof, which was awesome. We used the bikes provided by the house and rented a few more for the kids, we did need to get the tires filled on the provided bikes, but that was easy. We loved riding down the beach as well as the bay to get meals and ice cream. The house felt like such an easy access point for everywhere we wanted to go, like La Jolla, Balboa Park and even Legoland and Temecula. As for the house itself, the kitchen was very well stocked, the beds were so comfortable and the extra things that were provided like beach wagons, bikes, beach toys, tons of towels, etc was such a big help to us as we flew across the country. We also felt that the rooms had enough window shade to make the rooms dark for sleeping, important for us on a different time zone! Ryan was easy to communicate with and he was so very prompt. I feel like the host communication can be glossed over but it really helps when the host has clear instructions and prompt responses to questions; and Ryan was great at all of that, clear communication to us as renters and prompt with any questions we had!

House met everyone's needs. Excellent location for restaurants, beach and nearby attractions. First night temperatures were low for the area and Ryan made sure we had enough blankets and explained how the heaters worked. Once we had them on we were toasty warm! Loved the layout and charm of the house, plenty of room for our 4 families and parking was a breeze (even with 4 cars, were able to find street parking close by). Would stay here again!

Fantastic property for our family reunion for eight days! The house is spacious, has various sitting areas inside and out for smaller group gatherings. 12 family members were very comfortable in their bedrooms and bathrooms. Everything was in excellent working order. The 3.5ft high built in pool in yard and roof top hot tub were well used & appreciated. Also evening pool games inside were a lot of fun! We cooked dinners at home 5 nights, All appliances were easy to use and were in great working order including gas grill outside. We had another house of 12 that were able to join us to enjoy the pool and to eat altogether. We were walking distance to ocean and bay. 4 bikes and other beach toys were all used on a regular basis making it delightful to get out and ride on boardwalk for sunsets! Owner is readily available if needed. He was very responsive when we had an issue with the garbage disposal. It was taken care of immediately after we contacted him!

What a beautiful place!! Had everything we needed for our fun family vacation!! Location was perfect, access to everything! We enjoyed the amazing amenities and stunning rooms. Our host was a 10 out of 10! Very helpful, responsive, and made things so easy for our family logistical needs. Thank you!!

We got in and hopped out of the car at 7pm. We made it to the beach in time to see the sunset at 7:03, with a minute or two to spare. Ralph's grocery store is 2 blocks away, the Tuesday Farmer's Market is 2 blocks away, the marina is 2 blocks away, the beach is 2 blocks away. Seriously, this location cannot be beat. You can see the ocean from the rooftop deck, and the house is very spacious. We did not use the pool, but the hot tub was wonderful after days of hiking and kayaking in La Jolla. Downtown San Diego is just a short, easy drive away. Terrific restaurants are easily within walking distance if you do not feel like using the well-stocked kitchen. Ocean toys, wagons, bikes, and now a cooler are at your disposal. This place is amazing.

Beautiful property located perfect to the beach and San Diego area. Host was very accommodating and the place was in fantastic shape. Highly recommend.

The Storybook house is in a perfect location. It is close to the beach, restaurants, grocery store, and a short drive to various attractions like Torrey Pines, La Jolla Beach, Mission Bay, Annie’s Canyon. The house had plenty of space (bathrooms, bedrooms) for our family of 8. The backyard/pool area was a great place for the family to gather. We enjoyed cooling off in the 3.5 ft. Pool. Ryan was a great host and responded quickly if we had questions. We will definitely return!

This house was great and worked perfectly for my family of 10. The neighborhood was lovely and within walking distance of everything we wanted to do. My family took full advantage of the bicycles as well as the pool and hot tub. The owner/manager was right next door and available whenever we had a question or needed anything. I would highly recommend this home.

This was our third stay at this property and we would have stayed longer but it was only available for 2 1/2 weeks. It’s an excellent location being a short walk to the ocean or the bay, and only 2 blocks to the grocery store. If you want to stay home there is a spacious private back yard with plenty of seating as well as a roof top deck with a hot tub. This was a family vacation with our son and daughter, their spouses, and 2 grandchildren. Everyone had their own space and we never felt crowded. The owner, Ryan, has always been very friendly and available, but we have never required any assistance during any of our stays. We can’t wait to return. This is a beautiful home

We had a group of 10 adults celebrating a 50th birthday. We absolutely LOVED this house and the location can NOT be beat. We walked to the grocery store multiple times. So convenient. There are tons of restaurants and bars literally 5 minutes away on foot, not to mention the beach. Ryan was an awesome host. You didn't know he was there but if you needed something, he appeared in minutes. He even shipped some items we left behind and wouldn't let me pay for it. I can't say enough good things about this rental.

This home is very conveniently located walking distance to beach, back bay, grocery store and many restaurants/bars in PB. The house is well equipped, spacious and provides a great atmosphere for socializing in small and large groups. We enjoyed the rooftop spa and great sunsets from the roof deck.Ryan is terrific to communicate with and very accommodating. We also enjoyed the 6 beach cruisers to experience the beach boardwalk. I’d definitely stay again.

Very cool classic house with beautiful pool area and rooftop hot tub. Can’t beat the location just a block from the beach! Really enjoyed our stay, quiet peaceful neighbourhood.

The location was amazing close to whatever was needed. Especially the beach, stores, and grocery etc.

This is the perfect home for a large group. We had 10 adults and there was plenty of rooms, bathrooms, and spaces to socialize. Sitting in/around the pool was wonderful during the day and the rooftop deck and hot tub was amazing at night. The pool table was also a lot of fun. It was a short easy walk down to the beach or bay with lots of eating choices and the grocery store within walking distance. There were 6 bikes, wagons, beach chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys there for our use as well as plenty of beach towels. The 2 parking spaces provided was so convenient since the street remains very full during the weekend. Ryan, the host, was very responsive and kind. I would definitely stay at the Storybook House again for a group gathering.