HIDDEN GEM 2-1/2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH
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About this property
1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage tucked away in the heart of Ocean Beach. Sleeps 4 with a queen bed and a full size memory foam sleeper sofa. Hardwood floors, vintage tile in the kitchen and bathroom, washer/dryer, 1-parking space and french doors...
Location
Located in Ocean Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Bay and Mission Beach, while Pechanga Arena and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights. Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo are not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Pet Friendly
Refrigerator
Coffee / Tea Maker
Cable / Satellite TV
Microwave
Hair Dryer
Guest reviews of HIDDEN GEM 2-1/2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH
9.4
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Reviews of HIDDEN GEM 2-1/2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH highlight a walkable Ocean Beach location near the shore, consistently friendly, responsive hosting, and clean, cozy interiors, while noting recurring airplane noise due to the neighborhood’s flight path.
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Reviews of HIDDEN GEM 2-1/2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH highlight a walkable Ocean Beach location near the shore, consistently friendly, responsive hosting, and clean, cozy interiors, while noting recurring airplane noise due to the neighborhood’s flight path.
Guests frequently appreciate the private deck, on-site parking, and handy beach gear for easy beach days. Spaces are generally small but well equipped and comfortable for couples or small groups. Expect a convenient, low-key beach base with thoughtful touches.
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Facilities
Guests repeatedly mention a private deck/patio and convenient reserved parking; several note beach gear (wagon, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards) and streaming-enabled TVs.
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Claire C.
Jun 23, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Walking distance to beach and downtown OB. My husband was able to walk his surfboard to the beach it’s so close! Having a designated parking spot was great since parking is hard to find. We basically parked and didn’t get back in the car until it was time to leave because we could walk everywhere. There’s beach toys, wagon and boogie boards available. When I had an issue with the Roku (user error) host was quick to respond and help. The space is small, clean and as described. Would absolutely stay again!
Walking distance to beach and downtown OB. My husband was able to walk his surfboard to the beach it’s so close! Having a designated parking spot was great since parking is hard to find. We basically parked and didn’t get back in the car until it was time to leave because we could walk everywhere. There’s beach toys, wagon and boogie boards available. When I had an issue with the Roku (user error) host was quick to respond and help. The space is small, clean and as described. Would absolutely stay again!
10
Carli S.
Apr 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
My friend and I spent several days here. We loved exploring Ocean Beach and the laid-back, down-to-earth vibe it offers. This cottage is a 5-10 min walk through neighborhoods to the beach. I found Ocean Beach very walkable and really enjoyed the location of this spot. It’s also only a 10 min walk from downtown OB restaurants. The house was clean, cozy, and had what we needed. The kitchen was small but functionable for two. We especially loved the little private deck in the back to eat breakfast. The only drawback was being under the flight path of the airport. There were frequent low jets flying overhead. I think that could be said of anywhere in OB and a lot of spots in San Diego though. Keeping all the windows closed helped. We also appreciated the room-darkening curtains on the windows!
My friend and I spent several days here. We loved exploring Ocean Beach and the laid-back, down-to-earth vibe it offers. This cottage is a 5-10 min walk through neighborhoods to the beach. I found Ocean Beach very walkable and really enjoyed the location of this spot. It’s also only a 10 min walk from downtown OB restaurants. The house was clean, cozy, and had what we needed. The kitchen was small but functionable for two. We especially loved the little private deck in the back to eat breakfast. The only drawback was being under the flight path of the airport. There were frequent low jets flying overhead. I think that could be said of anywhere in OB and a lot of spots in San Diego though. Keeping all the windows closed helped. We also appreciated the room-darkening curtains on the windows!
10
Harry B.
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 36 nights
Wonderful spot, very chill crack patio and private parking. Out favourite spot in Ocean Beach.
Wonderful spot, very chill crack patio and private parking. Out favourite spot in Ocean Beach.
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Scott P.
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great place to stay in Ocean Beach with our Golden Retriever!! We all had a great time. Wish we didn’t hear planes so much, but we got use to it. Easy 3 blocks to beach with wagon, chairs & umbrella they had for us to use.
Great place to stay in Ocean Beach with our Golden Retriever!! We all had a great time. Wish we didn’t hear planes so much, but we got use to it. Easy 3 blocks to beach with wagon, chairs & umbrella they had for us to use.
10
mike b.
Nov 22, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Perfect for our San Diego getaway. We were able to cover a lot of ground in the SD area from this home base - great location. Liked the free onsite parking too.
Perfect for our San Diego getaway. We were able to cover a lot of ground in the SD area from this home base - great location. Liked the free onsite parking too.
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Jodi S.
Sep 16, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This beach cottage was in a perfect location. Minutes to beach, food & coffee. Had a nice private deck & off street parking!!! Made our stay in Ocean Beach very relaxing.
This beach cottage was in a perfect location. Minutes to beach, food & coffee. Had a nice private deck & off street parking!!! Made our stay in Ocean Beach very relaxing.
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Celena E.
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
10
Madisson B.
Nov 15, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Catrina’s Ocean Beach bungalow is so cute and is less than a 10 minute walk to amazing restaurants, shops, and of course, the beach. The check-in process started a little hairy as the house was not cleaned by 4 pm due to a communication error with the cleaner, however, Catrina remedied this issue by providing us with a digital $50 gift card to a local restaurant. The house itself is quaint and resides in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the lively Ocean Beach strip. The private deck in the back was especially relaxing in the evenings after a long day of exploring. Be mindful that there is decent air traffic as the house is not far from the airport. This did not bother us. We are excited to return to San Diego and we would definitely book Catrina’s bungalow again!
Catrina’s Ocean Beach bungalow is so cute and is less than a 10 minute walk to amazing restaurants, shops, and of course, the beach. The check-in process started a little hairy as the house was not cleaned by 4 pm due to a communication error with the cleaner, however, Catrina remedied this issue by providing us with a digital $50 gift card to a local restaurant. The house itself is quaint and resides in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the lively Ocean Beach strip. The private deck in the back was especially relaxing in the evenings after a long day of exploring. Be mindful that there is decent air traffic as the house is not far from the airport. This did not bother us. We are excited to return to San Diego and we would definitely book Catrina’s bungalow again!
10
Andrea C.
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
10
Ashley E.
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It was lovely to have our own space that had a private enclosed patio with a barbecue and seating. I was really close to anything you’d want to do in Ocean Beach and had a parking spot which was really helpful. It is also nice that there were two TVs that had all the streaming services so at night we could watch one show while our son watched another. The only downside is that ocean Beach is right under the airport flight path, so there’s a lot of noise from airplanes if you’ve got the windows or doors open, but that’s going to be true for all of Ocean Beach.
It was lovely to have our own space that had a private enclosed patio with a barbecue and seating. I was really close to anything you’d want to do in Ocean Beach and had a parking spot which was really helpful. It is also nice that there were two TVs that had all the streaming services so at night we could watch one show while our son watched another. The only downside is that ocean Beach is right under the airport flight path, so there’s a lot of noise from airplanes if you’ve got the windows or doors open, but that’s going to be true for all of Ocean Beach.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the home as clean and well maintained. One stay began with a delayed cleaning, which the host addressed.
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Gretchen D.
Aug 21, 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
Great location to all things San Diego. Very clean and private!
Great location to all things San Diego. Very clean and private!
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Julie P.
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This place is quaint and perfect for our family of 3. (20 year old daughter) It was also very clean. It has all the essentials you need. We enjoyed the deck each evening. We also used the beach supplies. We did walk to eat and some shopping but, we rented a car and loved having a parking spot behind the house. It is 15 minutes from everything. Besides the airplanes flying overhead early in the morning.. it was nice and quiet neighborhood.
This place is quaint and perfect for our family of 3. (20 year old daughter) It was also very clean. It has all the essentials you need. We enjoyed the deck each evening. We also used the beach supplies. We did walk to eat and some shopping but, we rented a car and loved having a parking spot behind the house. It is 15 minutes from everything. Besides the airplanes flying overhead early in the morning.. it was nice and quiet neighborhood.
10
Carli S.
Apr 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
My friend and I spent several days here. We loved exploring Ocean Beach and the laid-back, down-to-earth vibe it offers. This cottage is a 5-10 min walk through neighborhoods to the beach. I found Ocean Beach very walkable and really enjoyed the location of this spot. It’s also only a 10 min walk from downtown OB restaurants. The house was clean, cozy, and had what we needed. The kitchen was small but functionable for two. We especially loved the little private deck in the back to eat breakfast. The only drawback was being under the flight path of the airport. There were frequent low jets flying overhead. I think that could be said of anywhere in OB and a lot of spots in San Diego though. Keeping all the windows closed helped. We also appreciated the room-darkening curtains on the windows!
My friend and I spent several days here. We loved exploring Ocean Beach and the laid-back, down-to-earth vibe it offers. This cottage is a 5-10 min walk through neighborhoods to the beach. I found Ocean Beach very walkable and really enjoyed the location of this spot. It’s also only a 10 min walk from downtown OB restaurants. The house was clean, cozy, and had what we needed. The kitchen was small but functionable for two. We especially loved the little private deck in the back to eat breakfast. The only drawback was being under the flight path of the airport. There were frequent low jets flying overhead. I think that could be said of anywhere in OB and a lot of spots in San Diego though. Keeping all the windows closed helped. We also appreciated the room-darkening curtains on the windows!
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Dana D.
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Finally a property that lives up to the hype! Walk to anywhere, 5 minute drive to dog beach and its 20 minutes from Mt Soledad - our 2 main destinations. So clean and updated, quality build with quality maintenance and beach ready - truly is a hidden gem - thanks!!!
Finally a property that lives up to the hype! Walk to anywhere, 5 minute drive to dog beach and its 20 minutes from Mt Soledad - our 2 main destinations. So clean and updated, quality build with quality maintenance and beach ready - truly is a hidden gem - thanks!!!
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Mariah D.
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a really wonderful location and a great place to stay for a couple. It was clean and actually pretty spacious with two people. It is walking distance to the dog beach, regular beach, and a ton of restaurants and bars. It’s nice that it’s not right off the road because it makes a little more quiet. Really wonderful stay.
This is a really wonderful location and a great place to stay for a couple. It was clean and actually pretty spacious with two people. It is walking distance to the dog beach, regular beach, and a ton of restaurants and bars. It’s nice that it’s not right off the road because it makes a little more quiet. Really wonderful stay.
10
Kim B.
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We enjoyed our stay and the location. The place was cozy, clean and comfortable. We would stay again for sure. The only minor thing was the bedroom remote ran out of batteries and seemed to need a charger cord to recharge it. Other than that, we loved it!
We enjoyed our stay and the location. The place was cozy, clean and comfortable. We would stay again for sure. The only minor thing was the bedroom remote ran out of batteries and seemed to need a charger cord to recharge it. Other than that, we loved it!
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Celena E.
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
10
Andrea C.
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
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Rooms
Rooms are cozy, well equipped, and suited to couples or small groups, with comfortable beds and streaming-capable TVs. Airplane noise is commonly noted inside due to the flight path.
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Carsen K.
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This space was great for a couple people wanting to be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. It has tons of original character but still well equipped. The walk to the beach was a little longer than we expected but still quite close. Would stay again!
This space was great for a couple people wanting to be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. It has tons of original character but still well equipped. The walk to the beach was a little longer than we expected but still quite close. Would stay again!
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dorian c.
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
First of all, residence was great...but The constant..insessant roaring of planes taking off was horendous. Couldn't enjoy deck...couldn't open patio doors or front door for fresh air. Heaven help you, if you were on the phone when the planes flew over. Was very waring on us...Neighborhood was littered with piles of dog poop. We liked the residence..but would not recommend staying there.
First of all, residence was great...but The constant..insessant roaring of planes taking off was horendous. Couldn't enjoy deck...couldn't open patio doors or front door for fresh air. Heaven help you, if you were on the phone when the planes flew over. Was very waring on us...Neighborhood was littered with piles of dog poop. We liked the residence..but would not recommend staying there.
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Julie P.
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This place is quaint and perfect for our family of 3. (20 year old daughter) It was also very clean. It has all the essentials you need. We enjoyed the deck each evening. We also used the beach supplies. We did walk to eat and some shopping but, we rented a car and loved having a parking spot behind the house. It is 15 minutes from everything. Besides the airplanes flying overhead early in the morning.. it was nice and quiet neighborhood.
This place is quaint and perfect for our family of 3. (20 year old daughter) It was also very clean. It has all the essentials you need. We enjoyed the deck each evening. We also used the beach supplies. We did walk to eat and some shopping but, we rented a car and loved having a parking spot behind the house. It is 15 minutes from everything. Besides the airplanes flying overhead early in the morning.. it was nice and quiet neighborhood.
10
Carli S.
Apr 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
My friend and I spent several days here. We loved exploring Ocean Beach and the laid-back, down-to-earth vibe it offers. This cottage is a 5-10 min walk through neighborhoods to the beach. I found Ocean Beach very walkable and really enjoyed the location of this spot. It’s also only a 10 min walk from downtown OB restaurants. The house was clean, cozy, and had what we needed. The kitchen was small but functionable for two. We especially loved the little private deck in the back to eat breakfast. The only drawback was being under the flight path of the airport. There were frequent low jets flying overhead. I think that could be said of anywhere in OB and a lot of spots in San Diego though. Keeping all the windows closed helped. We also appreciated the room-darkening curtains on the windows!
My friend and I spent several days here. We loved exploring Ocean Beach and the laid-back, down-to-earth vibe it offers. This cottage is a 5-10 min walk through neighborhoods to the beach. I found Ocean Beach very walkable and really enjoyed the location of this spot. It’s also only a 10 min walk from downtown OB restaurants. The house was clean, cozy, and had what we needed. The kitchen was small but functionable for two. We especially loved the little private deck in the back to eat breakfast. The only drawback was being under the flight path of the airport. There were frequent low jets flying overhead. I think that could be said of anywhere in OB and a lot of spots in San Diego though. Keeping all the windows closed helped. We also appreciated the room-darkening curtains on the windows!
10
Scott P.
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great place to stay in Ocean Beach with our Golden Retriever!! We all had a great time. Wish we didn’t hear planes so much, but we got use to it. Easy 3 blocks to beach with wagon, chairs & umbrella they had for us to use.
Great place to stay in Ocean Beach with our Golden Retriever!! We all had a great time. Wish we didn’t hear planes so much, but we got use to it. Easy 3 blocks to beach with wagon, chairs & umbrella they had for us to use.
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Mariah D.
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a really wonderful location and a great place to stay for a couple. It was clean and actually pretty spacious with two people. It is walking distance to the dog beach, regular beach, and a ton of restaurants and bars. It’s nice that it’s not right off the road because it makes a little more quiet. Really wonderful stay.
This is a really wonderful location and a great place to stay for a couple. It was clean and actually pretty spacious with two people. It is walking distance to the dog beach, regular beach, and a ton of restaurants and bars. It’s nice that it’s not right off the road because it makes a little more quiet. Really wonderful stay.
10
Celena E.
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
10
Michael H.
Oct 12, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Had a short but lovely stay here. We chose it for proximity to the dog beach. The area is dense housing but surprisingly quiet (except for the flights overhead) and walkable.
Had a short but lovely stay here. We chose it for proximity to the dog beach. The area is dense housing but surprisingly quiet (except for the flights overhead) and walkable.
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Ashley E.
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It was lovely to have our own space that had a private enclosed patio with a barbecue and seating. I was really close to anything you’d want to do in Ocean Beach and had a parking spot which was really helpful. It is also nice that there were two TVs that had all the streaming services so at night we could watch one show while our son watched another. The only downside is that ocean Beach is right under the airport flight path, so there’s a lot of noise from airplanes if you’ve got the windows or doors open, but that’s going to be true for all of Ocean Beach.
It was lovely to have our own space that had a private enclosed patio with a barbecue and seating. I was really close to anything you’d want to do in Ocean Beach and had a parking spot which was really helpful. It is also nice that there were two TVs that had all the streaming services so at night we could watch one show while our son watched another. The only downside is that ocean Beach is right under the airport flight path, so there’s a lot of noise from airplanes if you’ve got the windows or doors open, but that’s going to be true for all of Ocean Beach.
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Patti S.
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay. The location is perfect for those who want to walk to the beach, walk to the store, or walk to restaurants. The only issue we had was a neighbor with a drum kit that had a jam session on and off on Sunday. Just when we thought they were done, it started up again.
We had a great stay. The location is perfect for those who want to walk to the beach, walk to the store, or walk to restaurants. The only issue we had was a neighbor with a drum kit that had a jam session on and off on Sunday. Just when we thought they were done, it started up again.
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Service
Hosting is praised as friendly, responsive, and accommodating, with clear communication and smooth check-in. Issues are handled promptly, including a cleaning delay credited with a gift card and quick tech support.
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John B.
Aug 14, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Really enjoyed our stay at Ocean Beach. Lovely bungalow and Catrina was super helpful. Can't wait to go back!
Really enjoyed our stay at Ocean Beach. Lovely bungalow and Catrina was super helpful. Can't wait to go back!
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Shelley J.
Aug 24, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our stay in this charming, colorful cabin. The owners were very responsive and accommodating.
We enjoyed our stay in this charming, colorful cabin. The owners were very responsive and accommodating.
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Claire C.
Jun 23, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Walking distance to beach and downtown OB. My husband was able to walk his surfboard to the beach it’s so close! Having a designated parking spot was great since parking is hard to find. We basically parked and didn’t get back in the car until it was time to leave because we could walk everywhere. There’s beach toys, wagon and boogie boards available. When I had an issue with the Roku (user error) host was quick to respond and help. The space is small, clean and as described. Would absolutely stay again!
Walking distance to beach and downtown OB. My husband was able to walk his surfboard to the beach it’s so close! Having a designated parking spot was great since parking is hard to find. We basically parked and didn’t get back in the car until it was time to leave because we could walk everywhere. There’s beach toys, wagon and boogie boards available. When I had an issue with the Roku (user error) host was quick to respond and help. The space is small, clean and as described. Would absolutely stay again!
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John H.
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable, well equipped, and close to the beach. Property manager was responsive, accommodating, and easy going.
Comfortable, well equipped, and close to the beach. Property manager was responsive, accommodating, and easy going.
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Megan N.
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Great property, and a very walkable location. Host was great and very responsive.
Great property, and a very walkable location. Host was great and very responsive.
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Michele C.
Aug 13, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Cute little house…host was great!
Cute little house…host was great!
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Elly S.
Mar 3, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This cottage was everything it said it is . Our host was very kind , extremely helpful in letting us come in early. My husband was terribly ill as we came off our cruise . He ended up in hospital for few days , very thankful for the kindness of Catrina our host. She made the transition to her cottage very helpful. The cottage is well stocked , the beds and sofa very comfortable . Thank you again. Rick and elly
This cottage was everything it said it is . Our host was very kind , extremely helpful in letting us come in early. My husband was terribly ill as we came off our cruise . He ended up in hospital for few days , very thankful for the kindness of Catrina our host. She made the transition to her cottage very helpful. The cottage is well stocked , the beds and sofa very comfortable . Thank you again. Rick and elly
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Celena E.
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
The property was ideal for our stay for my wife and I plus our dog! We walked all day every day from the house to local shops and restaurants, the beach and the pier. The neighborhood is well maintained, the house was clean and cute, the patio spacious, and the tv had many options for when we retired at night. The bed was comfy and there were many fans and nice windows that opened easily and the shower had great heat and water pressure. Just a few blocks to Newport street, Voltaire street and the beach. We would definitely stay here again. Catrina was extremely polite and easy to communicate with. There was a booklet with many good options to narrow down places to eat and visit!
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Madisson B.
Nov 15, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Catrina’s Ocean Beach bungalow is so cute and is less than a 10 minute walk to amazing restaurants, shops, and of course, the beach. The check-in process started a little hairy as the house was not cleaned by 4 pm due to a communication error with the cleaner, however, Catrina remedied this issue by providing us with a digital $50 gift card to a local restaurant. The house itself is quaint and resides in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the lively Ocean Beach strip. The private deck in the back was especially relaxing in the evenings after a long day of exploring. Be mindful that there is decent air traffic as the house is not far from the airport. This did not bother us. We are excited to return to San Diego and we would definitely book Catrina’s bungalow again!
Catrina’s Ocean Beach bungalow is so cute and is less than a 10 minute walk to amazing restaurants, shops, and of course, the beach. The check-in process started a little hairy as the house was not cleaned by 4 pm due to a communication error with the cleaner, however, Catrina remedied this issue by providing us with a digital $50 gift card to a local restaurant. The house itself is quaint and resides in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the lively Ocean Beach strip. The private deck in the back was especially relaxing in the evenings after a long day of exploring. Be mindful that there is decent air traffic as the house is not far from the airport. This did not bother us. We are excited to return to San Diego and we would definitely book Catrina’s bungalow again!
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Andrea C.
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
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Location
Highly walkable to the beach, Dog Beach, pier, and OB restaurants and shops; a convenient base for exploring San Diego. Many note the property sits under the airport flight path, leading to frequent overhead aircraft noise.
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Carsen K.
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This space was great for a couple people wanting to be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. It has tons of original character but still well equipped. The walk to the beach was a little longer than we expected but still quite close. Would stay again!
This space was great for a couple people wanting to be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. It has tons of original character but still well equipped. The walk to the beach was a little longer than we expected but still quite close. Would stay again!
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Dana D.
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Finally a property that lives up to the hype! Walk to anywhere, 5 minute drive to dog beach and its 20 minutes from Mt Soledad - our 2 main destinations. So clean and updated, quality build with quality maintenance and beach ready - truly is a hidden gem - thanks!!!
Finally a property that lives up to the hype! Walk to anywhere, 5 minute drive to dog beach and its 20 minutes from Mt Soledad - our 2 main destinations. So clean and updated, quality build with quality maintenance and beach ready - truly is a hidden gem - thanks!!!
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Scott P.
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great place to stay in Ocean Beach with our Golden Retriever!! We all had a great time. Wish we didn’t hear planes so much, but we got use to it. Easy 3 blocks to beach with wagon, chairs & umbrella they had for us to use.
Great place to stay in Ocean Beach with our Golden Retriever!! We all had a great time. Wish we didn’t hear planes so much, but we got use to it. Easy 3 blocks to beach with wagon, chairs & umbrella they had for us to use.
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mike b.
Nov 22, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Perfect for our San Diego getaway. We were able to cover a lot of ground in the SD area from this home base - great location. Liked the free onsite parking too.
Perfect for our San Diego getaway. We were able to cover a lot of ground in the SD area from this home base - great location. Liked the free onsite parking too.
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Mariah D.
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a really wonderful location and a great place to stay for a couple. It was clean and actually pretty spacious with two people. It is walking distance to the dog beach, regular beach, and a ton of restaurants and bars. It’s nice that it’s not right off the road because it makes a little more quiet. Really wonderful stay.
This is a really wonderful location and a great place to stay for a couple. It was clean and actually pretty spacious with two people. It is walking distance to the dog beach, regular beach, and a ton of restaurants and bars. It’s nice that it’s not right off the road because it makes a little more quiet. Really wonderful stay.
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Madisson B.
Nov 15, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Catrina’s Ocean Beach bungalow is so cute and is less than a 10 minute walk to amazing restaurants, shops, and of course, the beach. The check-in process started a little hairy as the house was not cleaned by 4 pm due to a communication error with the cleaner, however, Catrina remedied this issue by providing us with a digital $50 gift card to a local restaurant. The house itself is quaint and resides in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the lively Ocean Beach strip. The private deck in the back was especially relaxing in the evenings after a long day of exploring. Be mindful that there is decent air traffic as the house is not far from the airport. This did not bother us. We are excited to return to San Diego and we would definitely book Catrina’s bungalow again!
Catrina’s Ocean Beach bungalow is so cute and is less than a 10 minute walk to amazing restaurants, shops, and of course, the beach. The check-in process started a little hairy as the house was not cleaned by 4 pm due to a communication error with the cleaner, however, Catrina remedied this issue by providing us with a digital $50 gift card to a local restaurant. The house itself is quaint and resides in a quiet neighborhood just far enough away from the lively Ocean Beach strip. The private deck in the back was especially relaxing in the evenings after a long day of exploring. Be mindful that there is decent air traffic as the house is not far from the airport. This did not bother us. We are excited to return to San Diego and we would definitely book Catrina’s bungalow again!
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Michael H.
Oct 12, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Had a short but lovely stay here. We chose it for proximity to the dog beach. The area is dense housing but surprisingly quiet (except for the flights overhead) and walkable.
Had a short but lovely stay here. We chose it for proximity to the dog beach. The area is dense housing but surprisingly quiet (except for the flights overhead) and walkable.
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Andrea C.
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
This little house was perfect for our week gateway! It was less than 10 mins of a walk to the beach , pier , restaurants and shopping centers! We even got to experience the food market they had super close to us! Catrina was very communicative , friendly and answered all of my questions I had. Her home had everything what we needed! Me , boyfriend and our small dog had a peaceful nice week! Neighborhood was very quiet at night time and home was very private with your own parking space which was very helpful! We would definitely stay again :)
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Ashley E.
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It was lovely to have our own space that had a private enclosed patio with a barbecue and seating. I was really close to anything you’d want to do in Ocean Beach and had a parking spot which was really helpful. It is also nice that there were two TVs that had all the streaming services so at night we could watch one show while our son watched another. The only downside is that ocean Beach is right under the airport flight path, so there’s a lot of noise from airplanes if you’ve got the windows or doors open, but that’s going to be true for all of Ocean Beach.
It was lovely to have our own space that had a private enclosed patio with a barbecue and seating. I was really close to anything you’d want to do in Ocean Beach and had a parking spot which was really helpful. It is also nice that there were two TVs that had all the streaming services so at night we could watch one show while our son watched another. The only downside is that ocean Beach is right under the airport flight path, so there’s a lot of noise from airplanes if you’ve got the windows or doors open, but that’s going to be true for all of Ocean Beach.
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Patti S.
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay. The location is perfect for those who want to walk to the beach, walk to the store, or walk to restaurants. The only issue we had was a neighbor with a drum kit that had a jam session on and off on Sunday. Just when we thought they were done, it started up again.
We had a great stay. The location is perfect for those who want to walk to the beach, walk to the store, or walk to restaurants. The only issue we had was a neighbor with a drum kit that had a jam session on and off on Sunday. Just when we thought they were done, it started up again.
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Robin H.
Jul 2, 2026
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Stayed 14 nights
If you are travelling with pets you’ll be pleased to know that Sea World’s nightly fireworks show is no longer. Now ! If we can just do something about the planes
If you are travelling with pets you’ll be pleased to know that Sea World’s nightly fireworks show is no longer. Now ! If we can just do something about the planes
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Jessica L.
Mar 21, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
I have been staying in Ocean Beach for about 4 years now whenever I come to visit my daughter. Love the area. Your house was the best stay to date. Clean, straight forward, lovely amenities and perfect location. Thank you for being wonderful hosts. I’ll be back in the fall and will look for this place first. Have a lovely summer.
I have been staying in Ocean Beach for about 4 years now whenever I come to visit my daughter. Love the area. Your house was the best stay to date. Clean, straight forward, lovely amenities and perfect location. Thank you for being wonderful hosts. I’ll be back in the fall and will look for this place first. Have a lovely summer.
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John H.
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable, well equipped, and close to the beach. Property manager was responsive, accommodating, and easy going.
Comfortable, well equipped, and close to the beach. Property manager was responsive, accommodating, and easy going.
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Harry B.
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 36 nights
Wonderful spot, very chill crack patio and private parking. Out favourite spot in Ocean Beach.
Wonderful spot, very chill crack patio and private parking. Out favourite spot in Ocean Beach.
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Mariah D.
Jan 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely spot, great location. Really nice set up inside!
Lovely spot, great location. Really nice set up inside!
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Check-in from 16:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about HIDDEN GEM 2-1/2 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH
Is parking available at the property?
One parking space is available on-site for guests.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed, but they must be approved prior to reservation.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 11:00.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property does not have an elevator and is a single-level cottage, which may limit accessibility for some guests.
Where is the property located?
The cottage is located in Ocean Beach, San Diego, near theme parks and the sea, with attractions like Mission Bay, Mission Beach, and the San Diego Zoo nearby.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are permitted at the property, specifically ages 0-17.
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Business details
Property registration number STR-05963L, 646749
Popular amenities
Pet Friendly
Refrigerator
Coffee / Tea Maker
Cable / Satellite TV
Microwave
Hair Dryer
General
Pet Friendly
Refrigerator
Cable / Satellite TV
Coffee / Tea Maker
Microwave
Hair Dryer
Towels
Beach Sun Loungers
Children's Toys
No Elevator (Single Level)
Smoke-Free Property
Activities
Jet-Ski
Fishing
Kayaking
Fitness Facilities
Games
Music Library
Services
Laundry Facilities
Internet
WiFi