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Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach

Apartment with kitchen, near San Diego Zoo

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Beach
Property grounds
Children’s area
Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Museum of Art
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

At this apartment you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from San Diego Zoo and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Balboa Park. .Apartment features a washer/dryer, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly apartment building offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Old Globe Theater - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Japanese Friendship Garden - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • San Diego Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Mission Valley Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pecs Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beginner’s Diner - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach

Welcome to your perfect San Diego getaway—ideal for families, couples, or groups of friends! This pet-friendly home sleeps up to 10 guests and offers comfort and adventure in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood. Enjoy the shared backyard with a BBQ, firepit and a fun playset for kids—perfect for relaxing and making memories together. Whether you're spending time at home or exploring San Diego, this is your ideal home base.
-> Early check-in or late check-out for a small fee (when possible).

What You’ll Love

Sleeps 10 comfortably:
• 2 bedrooms with queen beds
• 1 bedroom with a bunk bed (great for kids!)
• 2 large living room sofas that convert to beds
• 1 newly renovated full bathroom
• Fully stocked kitchen—cook with ease
• Fast WiFi + Smart TV for streaming
• Air conditioning & heating for year-round comfort
• Pet-friendly—your furry friends are welcome!
• Early check-in/late check-out available (small fee, when available)

Shared Backyard with

• Firepit for evening s’mores and stories
• BBQ grill for fun cookouts
• Playset with swing, slide & playhouse—a hit with the kids!
• private Balcony with amazing views of a vibrant, welcoming neighborhood
• private Front porch for great people watching and sipping your morning coffee

Guest Access

• Full access to the entire home
• Free street parking in the neighborhood
• Laundry room in the basement (coin-operated and shared)

Location Highlights

We're located in a safe, walkable neighborhood close to everything:
• Walk to Hillcrest & North Park—bars, restaurants, shops
• 5 mins to Gaslamp, Balboa Park, Zoo, Airport
• 10 mins to beaches, SeaWorld, Mission Bay
• Friendly community with a relaxed San Diego vibe

Additional Notes

• Well-behaved pets are welcome!
• Early check-in/late check-out can be arranged in advance (small fee applies)
• Perfect for families with kids—plenty of space and activities
• Great for remote work with reliable WiFi

Stay in or head out; eat, drink and play in easy walking distance in North Park, Hillcrest or uber downtown to the Gaslamp; relax on the balcony and enjoy the sweeping views. And most importantly - have fun! (And let me know how I can help.)

You will have this entire apartment and its balcony to yourself. The backyard is shared with the other units in the building.

I'm just a e-mail, text message, or call away! I can guide you through the check-in process, as well as answer any questions you have while you’re here. San Diego is my favorite city in the world, and I live for helping guests discover why I love it so much.

My neighborhood, North Park, is one of San Diego’s most historic and funky places to be. It's home to artists, local businesses, a Farmers Market, craft beer, wine bars, sushi spots, handmade ice cream, and your pick of brunch options. Guests love the Hillcrest and North Park’s neighborhood vibe. If you want a bit more, it’s just 3 miles from downtown and The Gaslamp and the Convention Center. Century-old architecture and the ringing of church bells during the day in North Park add to its historic feel. And my house fits right in!

No need to worry about a car. You have your pick of coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques just a few blocks away. Easy public transport is just around the corner, taking you to downtown and all places San Diego. Uber rides are quick and convenient, too, getting you into downtown in less than 5 minutes.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-05566L, 629829

Property is also known as

Spacious 3bdr W/sunset Views by Gaslamp/zoo/beaches
❤️ Spacious 3Bdr w/Sunset Views by Gaslamp/Zoo/Beaches
❤️Casa California-Spacious 3Bdr Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach Apartment
❤️Casa California-Spacious 3Bdr Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach?

The closest beach to Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach is Mission Beach (10.7 km).

Does Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach?

No, Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Casa California-Spacious - 3 Bdr/Backyard Firepit/Playground/Gaslamp/Zoo/Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very communicative and met all our needs. As previous reviews have stated, the location can’t be beat. We had a comfortable stay and our dogs also enjoyed the backyard. Parking is challenging in the evening, but not horrible. Friends were able to find parking a couple blocks away. Lots of shops and restaurants are within walking distance. Everything is as pictured. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place In a Nice Location

We rented this house for a long weekend while in town for a friend's wedding, and it was great. The house was nice and everything was very smooth, plus it was walking distance to a few fun neighborhoods (if you don't mind a 20-30 minute walk, which we like to do so we can get to know the areas) and an easy car ride anywhere you could want to go. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britney S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Check in was simple, the house was clean, and it was a lovely neighborhood. Was the perfect place for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice place

Our adult children ended using the place and they definitely enjoyed it. Nice part of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tal C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for families

The house was perfect for us. 3 bedrooms, clean, cosy, and perfectly located. The host was extremely responsive to our questions and needs. A true gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location & price, with subtle drawbacks

Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this property, especially for the price. This would be a great location for a small family or even a group of a few couples. The property is as described, but every photo is made to look perfect. Things aren't bad, they're just closer to good than great. The most notable disappointment was that the backyard space, especially the grill, is not really great for guests to use. Yes, I'd stay here again for the location and price, but it was not as perfect as it seems at first blush.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Wadih P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs Major Work

Sad to see such a filthy home listed on this website. The house has more dust and cobwebs than should be allowed. Countertops and most surfaces were sticky, particularly the kitchen. The towels provided felt more like sandpaper than an actual towel. We tried to coordinate with the property owner but they weren't responsive. We could not find the laundry unit until we left and that's because it's on another floor that we did not have easy access to. The walls are covered in dirt and what appears to be shoe marks. Needs a severe paint job and quite a bit of TLC. Also wanted to mention that parking is a real nightmare. Not a family friendly property because it's incredibly uncomfortable and a bit dangerous with the back patio. Location was great because we were close to major points, but we would not stay here again if we returned to San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little house,

House was cute and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

leesa l.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had an issue and the property manager was there within 10 min to help us.

Beautiful house in a great safe neighborhood. One of the easiest check in/out proceduresI have had with vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

This apartment has incredibly easy access to everything in Balboa Park and is simple to get to from major highways. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance. It is well decorated although showing the wear of constant use. Whether it's because of more people working from home due to COVID or just because the listing verbage is older, parking is NOT ample, any time of day. Be prepared to either lurk for someone leaving or park two or three blocks away, and to stand outside to wait if you order food for delivery.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Deanna F.

Very nice

Quiet relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kate M., Prestwick

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation home

This apartment is well situated for San Diego's tourist attractions as it has good bus links, which meant we didn't have to hire a car. The apartment design made it feel like a bungalow with its veranda. We had a great family holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Eugene S.

The property was very nice, clean, and Central.

The only small thing that hampered my experience was the strictness of the rules. I did feel that the host was a little overbearing with regard to reminding me about the rules and even changing them to be more strict than the listing. With that said, i would recommend staying here, especially if the host would soften a bit on the regulations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Harold O.

Loved the location!

This was our first VRBO rental.....so much better than a hotel. More space, more beds for our big family and the kitchen was great too. My only complaint that renters need to be aware of is the parking.....we never really found anything in front of the rental...a couple days I had to make a few laps around to find a space. Other than the parking....great location, close to the zoo and great views from the patio!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie P.

Cute and cozy

The home is in a great location and beautifully decorated in bright and inviting colors. Our girls loved the kids room and we all felt at home. Doreen is a wonderful host. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Gorgeous, Clean, Convenient, Well Equipped and Classy.

A beautiful vrbo stay in a great San Diego location. Located in a picturesque, quiet nieighbourhood. Parking was convenient within walking distance to San Diego Zoo, museums and Balboa Park. Great restaurants, cafes and markets within walking distance. Clean and well equipped, slept 2 families comfortably. Great hosts who responded immediately to questions and requests. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Wonderful place to stay.

My husband, five kids ages 3-10 and I just finished up our vacation at this amazing property. Having never rented a home and this being our first vacation, I was a bit nervous. I was so pleased with our stay. It was perfectly decorated and spacious for our family of 7. We were able to utilize the backyard to bbq, the laundry room for our wet beach clothes and the kitchen was great for homemade meals. We made so many great memories here and the location is absolutely perfect to get to all the fun activities SD is known for. Not to mention the view of SD at night from our balcony was extremely beautiful. Communication with Doreen was also a breeze. Should anything arise or you need to contact her she was very prompt in her reply. If our family ever vacationed in San Diego again we will be certain to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Cheerful, cozy home close to San Diego’s best neighborhood!

Our family of four had a great stay at Casa California. It’s only a few minutes from the heart of North Park. Our kids had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yadira B.

Amazing!

It was my first time getting a VRBO, and I was a bit nervous about it, but they made it such a natural process. I felt welcomed at all times and communication was outstanding. I had flight issues, and they were extremely helpful, and I forgot to pack a couple of important things in the house, I was able to contact them, and they mailed them out that same night. I am very impressed with their customer service. I am planning to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

David R., Bartlett, IL

Great place close to lots of activities!

Stayed for a long weekend with our two year old and both his Grandma's. What a great spot! The size was just right and everything was neat and clean. The location is perfect - walking distance to the zoo and museums. North Park is a great area just a little further in the other direction. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

megan l., Phoenix AZ

Clean, great location, lots of beds, great response from owners.

A great, budget friendly, convenient location. Clean house, had everything we needed. Prompt great service from the owner. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Kari B.

Conveniently located in North Park neighborhood. Close to Balboa Park.

Lovely back veranda with nice view. Each bedroom has its own wall A/C. Adequately appointed kitchen. Parking can be an issue in the evening as there is no off-street parking available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joe M., Susanville

Cute and Quiet Spot in the City

Checkin was easy, and we had a relaxing time at the property. Only issue was parking! Parking was a nightmare..oh and the city gave me a citation for parking when there was street sweeping. Besides the parking issues, everything was perfect. Neighbors were polite, and nothing wierd going on at night. We felt safe. Home was small and cute with everything we needed. No regrets!

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Comfortable, clean, and cute

Enjoyed 3 nights at this cute little place with our 5 grown kids. Plenty of room for us. One bathroom was a little bit challenging, but we made it work. Nice big table for eating and games. Kitchen was adequately stocked. Location was close to many unique restaurants (try Micho's Lebanese food!). Communication was great with Doreen.

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Very comfortable

Nicely equipped property, but would benefit from a microwave Clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017