Title: Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3073&destination=San+Diego%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=45248812&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo ## Photo gallery for Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo ![Property grounds - Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45250000/45248900/45248812/3de4abe3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45250000/45248900/45248812/28f469d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45250000/45248900/45248812/0bf04889.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45250000/45248900/45248812/3f49dac3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45250000/45248900/45248812/fc801659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Golden Hill / South Park, this detached home is a serene retreat adjacent to the park. Relax in its beautifully decorated interior with simple furnishings or unwind outside in its enclosed yard. The fully equipped kitchen, private laundry facilities, and comfortable living space make it an ideal haven for families. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo Be one of the first VRBO guests to stay here in over 5 years (We've hosted plenty of guests from other platforms). Competitive Pricing! ★ Cozy 3BR/1BA home w/ AC ★ Next to the park and golf course ★ 6 min to Zoo ★ 15 min to Beach ★ Walk to restaurants, cafes, yoga & shops ★ Family-friendly space, crib ★ Street parking available ★ Pet friendly Our detached home is adjacent to the park and centrally located in Golden Hill / South Park with shops and restaurants in walking distance. This house is family friendly with it's own enclosed yard. Relax. This home has been beautifully decorated with simple, clean furnishings and is ready to offer you a wonderful stay while visiting San Diego. Our home has 3 bedrooms, which fits 6 comfortably. It is a cozy space around 900 sq. ft, but has everything you will need with a nice outdoor area and park next door. Free street parking is available. Guests will access the house with a keypad code sent before check-in. The kitchen is fully equipped (microwave, toaster, fridge with ice maker) and stocked with basics for cooking. The TV connects to local channels, Netflix, and other streaming services. The private yard has patio furniture and plenty of space for children to enjoy outside. Free onsite laundry is available for guests. There's also a Pack-N-Play available for guests with little children. There are 4 beds in the 3 rooms. A queen, a double, and two twin beds. Photos are available in the listing. We are in the flight path of San Diego Airport. There are planes flying at all times of the day and night. The planes do cause the occasional conversation interruption during peak hours while you are outside, but noise is minimal inside the home with the windows closed. You will have exclusive access to the home during your stay. We are usually in Los Angeles, so unlikely to meet during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Free offsite parking - Street parking available - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Netflix - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Furnished balcony/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 steps to reach entrance - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 900 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70110000/70101200/70101166/26c83ceb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious One Bedroom Suite with Balboa Park View Bankers Hill - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=70101166&PinnedHotelID=70101166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96710000/96708400/96708389/0a245c5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 201 Urban Retreat just Steps from Little Italy Bankers Hill - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=96708389&PinnedHotelID=96708389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44540000/44539400/44539333/4a646926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 302/C Panoramic View Loft parking incl. 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Place used towels in bathroom Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please respect our neighbors and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm. No Parties. Do not flush wipes, paper towels, feminine products, of any other type of trash down the toilet. This can cause major sewage blockages at the house. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Sorry, cats are not included ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 STR-00148L, 634494 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 3 Bedroom Pad on the Hill ## About the area Golden Hill, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Waterfront Park, while San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, water tubing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our San Diego travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego.dx3073) [View more Holiday homes in San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3073-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.71918%2C-117.13433&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O2oJr4QcG0MxKKbvf2GsBOvzaNY=) San Diego, CA ### What's nearby - ![Balboa Park which includes a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507458/5c140d77-7130-49d1-ab3d-705937c3610a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balboa Park 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![San Diego Zoo featuring zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502547/c2160434-382a-459e-b481-bd2fb2dfd3d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) San Diego Zoo 6 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Balboa Park Golf Course 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - San Diego City College 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Balboa Naval Medical Center 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - 25th - Commercial Station 2 min drive - Old Town Transit Center 11 min drive - San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - Jack in the Box 19 min walk - Bock - A Neighborhood Bar 8 min walk - Adalberto's Mexican Food 16 min walk - Humberto's Taco Shop 11 min walk - Harland South Park 7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo? ### What time is check-in at Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo? ### What time is check-out at Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo? ### Where is Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family & Pet Friendly Home Near Balboa Park & Zoo Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### Tim M. 4 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Not My Favorite Limited parking if any. There is a second rental in the back (not mentioned). The floor is not level which throws off your equilibrium. Very limited space and seating which was uncomfortable. The tv is literally 5 feet from the couch and the couch is against the wall. We payed for 2 nights, but chose to just get a hotel after the first night. Might be ok if your just going there to sleep and don't plan on spending time where your staying at. Location was convenient. ##### Tim M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol T. 21 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a delightful place to stay. Lovely neighborhood with a few eateries right around the corner. Host is super responsive! We spent a lot of time in Balboa Park so this was the perfect spot. Easy to get to the waterfront, too. ##### Carol T. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Donald E. 3 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Convenient location with nice amenities Enjoyed our stay. Street parking is a bit challenging, but the house is nice. ##### Donald E. 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