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Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats

Family-friendly apartment with kitchen, near San Diego Zoo

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Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • Place, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Natural History Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

San Diego

A family-friendly stay in San Diego awaits you at this apartment. You'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from San Diego Zoo and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Balboa Park. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a living room and a dining area are also available. .This pet-friendly apartment building offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Old Globe Theater - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • San Diego Natural History Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • UC San Diego Health - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Mission Valley Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pecs Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Great Maple - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lousiana Purchase - ‬8 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.

Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats

Welcome to your perfect San Diego getaway—ideal for families, couples, or groups of friends! This pet-friendly home sleeps up to 8 and offers comfort and adventure in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood. Enjoy the backyard with a BBQ, firepit, and a fun playset for kids—perfect for relaxing or making memories together. Whether you're spending time at home or exploring local hotspots, this is your ideal home base.
• Early check-in or late check-out available for a small fee (when possible).

What You’ll Love

• Sleeps 8:
• 1 bedroom with queen bed
• 1 bedroom with a queen bed and a single that pulls out into a king bed
• a single cot
• the sofa
• 1 full bathroom recently remodeled
• 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

• 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 views of a vibrant, welcoming neighborhood

Guest Access

• Full access to the entire apartment, private porch
• Free street parking in the entire neighborhood
• Washer and Dryer in the basement (coin-operated and shared)
• Backyard is shared with the other units

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, MCRD...
• 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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

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
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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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 639753, STR-02733L

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats?

The closest beach to Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats is Mission Beach (10.4 km).

Does Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats?

No, Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats?

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

Viva California! Right in the Heart of all the Fun! Firepit, BBQ, walk to eats Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Packard F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot, super easy to check in and check out. Great location as well. Walking distance to plenty of bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

narges d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

Great location. Check in and out were super easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ardys D.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Park view

This property is on the ridge looking East, a spectacular view! Easy to get to, comfortable, wonderful hostess. We had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dr. Jay C.

Some good some very bad

Tone deaf would be my first comment. The good: The kitchen and bath remodels were very nice. The beds were very comfortable. It is a charming property. Probably built in the 1920's. We love old homes. The original door knobs and door hardware is great to see. The disturbing: Automated emails regarding contacting the owners when zero response occurs. Most VRBO's have things like beach chairs, coolers, etc. But this place lists rental charges for a simple fold out beach chair? For $9.00 each? Really? Baby gear? A high chair for $15.00? Among many other listed things. The back yard with propane grills and lawn furniture was absolutely filthy. When they suggested I request 2 hours earlier check in for $15.00, I did so. But, they never responded. When checking out, they asked that we do not leave a review, unless it was 5 star. Well the property and service was not 5 star. I suggested that I would leave no review, but sent them an email suggesting how they could improve. No response except for another automated email asking for a 5 star review and how it would hurt them if I left anything different. Again, it was a 3 star at best. My email to them went like this: "I understand a 4 or 3 star review would hurt. I will not leave any review since we do not wish to cause you a problem. I've owned rentals, long term, since 1980. However, even short term rentals are not all that different as it relates.... Now you shut my comments off? Okay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Everything was nicely decorated and comfortable. Would most definitely stay again! Conveniently located, close by to Balboa and other attractions. Great communication with host! Recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Snow R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful month-long San Diego sojourn

We had such a lovely time during our 1 month stay in SD! The place is well situated and fit our remote working needs very nicely. We had our 2 cats with us and they settled right in too and had a comfortable stay. The place is very nicely located to a lot of cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores, and just blocks away from the Sunday Hillcrest farmer's market which was fabulous! The check in process was super smooth, the place is in good condition, and Doreen was super responsive to our questions and minor repairs. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023