Nestled in the heart of Hillcrest, this charming cottage offers a relaxing retreat just one block from downtown. Enjoy your stay with two queen bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a cozy backyard seating area complete with firepit. The open floorplan kitchen and living room provide ample space for entertainment.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard
This charming Hillcrest cottage is located just one block from downtown Hillcrest, half a mile away from Balboa Park and so many other attractions. Downtown Hillcrest has tons of shops and is known for having some of the best restaurants/bars in all of San Diego. If you plan to stay in the Hillcrest area everything is within walking distance. The Sunday farmers market is also within walking distance. If you are looking to venture outside of Hillcrest, the freeways are close by for convenient access and the beaches are just 20 minutes away.
The house has books, and several games for all ages. There is cable and a DVD player with some DVD's to pick from as well. The kitchen and living room have that open floorplan so nobody misses out on any of the action. The kitchen is fully stocked for those who like to cook at home. If BBQing is more your style, you can do that too! The front and backyards are fully fenced so there is no worry for those who bring their dog.*
This cottage has two bedrooms, both with queen beds, and there are two bathrooms, plus a washer and dryer. The backyard has a cozy seating area and small firepit to enjoy during the evenings.
Private driveway: The driveway is 89 inches wide) but becomes 83 inches wide near house). 2 vehicles can park tandem if smaller / shorter cars.
Pet friendly! No more than 2 dogs (no cats allowed). Non-refundable pet fee and Pet Policy acceptance required. All pets must be disclosed at time of booking. Thank you!
Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off the A/C.
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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 622442, STR-01860L
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Hillcrest, a neighbourhood in San Diego, this holiday home 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 popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Diego travel guide
Is Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard located?
Located in Hillcrest, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. San Diego Natural History Museum and UC San Diego Health are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Hillcrest Hideaway one block from downtown action, dog friendly w/ private yard Reviews
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Loved our stay. The neighborhood is fantastic fun and filled with some great food. The home is cozy and comfortable and the location is super accessible to many sites to visit. We would definitely recommend and stay again
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The neighborhood is happening and has lots to do. Great for visitors looking for an area that is close to downtown San Diego. Everything was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well-appointed with anything we needed. This darling house is within easy and flat walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and grocery stores. Our dogs enjoyed both the front and back yards- although we did have to drive to a dog park in order to have a good ball throw. Highly recommend staying here. Thank you!
We had an excellent stay at Hillcrest Hideaway! The house is clean and comfortable! Close to restaurants, Balboa Park and downtown. Excellent communication and response time with host. Would definitely stay there again!
So comfortable and peaceful! Beautifully remodeled and comfy outdoor spaces too. Kitchen had everything you’d need. Slept great! Will definitely come back!!
We decided to stay away from the conference we were attending and were very happy to have found this great house. It was in a very convenient location and the neighborhood was simply charming. So many wonderful places to grab a delicious bite to eat, near Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods. Perfect.
The house was awesome, location was great we walked to a few restaurants that were just a 2-3 minute walk. The bed mattress's were more like an air bed and not great, but that's the only negative part of our stay
We had issues with the heater and we got a quick response and a quick fix! Parking was a bit tight since we had a bigger car with a car seat but there was nice spots right outside the house too. Neighborhood was nice and quiet at night too.
We've never stayed in Hillcrest before but we were visiting friends in the area. We were impressed with the conviencece to Balboa Park (1 mile to the zoo) and the activity of the Hillcrest neighborhood. The Japanese Garden and the Timkin Museum were lovely, We meant to see a play at the Globe but we were too busy with friends and family. Lots of places to walk and explore including an interesting canyon that is part of the park. Stores and restaurants were in walking distance or short drives. Downtown, the airport and Mission Bay were short drives. The house is as pictured. An older classic California house that has been updated without destroying the historic charm. It was quiet and very well furnished indoors and out. The private back yard and screened front porch were very nice. Having a parking area was a major plus to avoid street parking. We were able to fit a Subaru Outback. We loved walking the neighborhood with our dogs (lots of pedestrian activity and dog walkers). A comment but not a criticism is that I prefer a firm king size bed and the beds were softer queen size. My wife thought they were comfortable. Street noise was not a problem for us but we are early risers. I would definitely stay here again. We enjoyed the area so much we never went to the beach except to drive down at sunset one evening. The host was very responsive to our questions before booking,
Great neighborhood and nice little house, but there were some issues: mattress had stains and no pad, just a plastic cover under the sheets; ice maker did not work; dirty dishes in cupboard; leaky shower head (sprays upward); light bulbs out.