Title: Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport! Holiday home with kitchen, near Balboa Park ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102719900/102719853/dc7606ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102719900/102719853/a1eda967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102719900/102719853/4167ffd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102719900/102719853/w1137h1600x63y0-29ceef69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102719900/102719853/ea28dbf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of San Diego, this colorful 2bd/1ba retreat is close to Gaslamp/downtown and offers a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Unwind on the large deck with BBQ grill or cozy up in front of one of two smart TVs. With in-unit laundry, fast internet, and easy self-check-in with a smart lock & Ring doorbell. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport! This colorful 2bd/1ba is so close to Gaslamp/downtown (2.1 mi), convention center (2.6 mi), airport (4.9 mi), Balboa Park/Zoo (1.5 mi), 32nd St Naval Base (2.3 mi), Coronado (5.8mi), Little Italy (4 mi). ⭐️ Full kitchen with dishwasher ⭐️ AC/Heat ⭐️ 1 king, 1 queen, 1 double bed, plus 1 queen sleeper sofa ⭐️ In-unit laundry and closets for extra storage ⭐️ Easy self check-in with a smart lock & Ring doorbell ⭐️ Fast internet + 2 smart TVs ⭐️ Large deck and BBQ grill ⭐️ Pack 'n Play The space KITCHEN 👩‍🍳: The kitchen is fully stocked with new stainless steel appliances (microwave, dishwasher, gas stove), toaster, blender, pots, pans, wine glasses, pour-over coffee maker, electric tea kettle, plus tons of cooking utensils. The kitchen island can seat up to 4 for group dinners or a fun game night. Plus there is a bistro table for additional dining space. LIVING ROOM 📺: The living room includes a queen-sized sleeper couch, a 58” smart tv, and additional seating for your entire group. We have games, books, cards for you to enjoy. Also, extra pillows/blankets ideal for a cozy movie night. BEDROOMS 🛏️ : There are 2 bedrooms (3 total beds) and both are equipped with a ceiling fan with a dimmable light, brand-new beds/mattresses, full-length mirrors, and closets for unpacking and settling in during your stay. BATHROOM & LAUNDRY 🛁🧺: There is 1 full bathroom and stackable laundry in case you need to wash a load during your visit. OUTDOORS 🌴: The shared yard is fully fenced and there is outdoor furniture for you to enjoy on a covered deck. LOCATION ⚾️✈️🐯🏙️: The property is close to Gaslamp/downtown (2.1 mi), convention center (2.6 mi), Padre's baseball stadium (1.7mi), airport (4.9 mi), Balboa Park/Zoo (1.5 mi), South Park (0.6 mi), Coronado beach (5.8mi), Little Italy (4 mi) and several military bases. GROCERIES 🛒: If you'd like to stay in and cook up a delicious meal, there are several small local corner markets to pick up a few groceries. You can also find big box stores like Target (1.2), Costco (1.1 mi) or Albertsons (1.7 mi) nearby. Guest access Guests will have full access to the entire unit, the fully fenced yard, and the patio deck. Guests are able to self check-in with the smart lock. Other things to note There are 3 rental units available at our property so if you have a big group and are interested in reserving the other units, please check out my other listings and feel free to contact me to check availability. One of the other rental units (3bd/2ba) is in the front of the property (separate building) so the front yard of that house is reserved for those guests only. From time to time, you may see those other guests as you walk by the side of the house to get to your "hidden gem" unit (2bd/1ba). There is also a studio attached to this unit so there is a shared wall between both kitchen/dining areas. This is a non-smoking property - including all indoor and outdoor areas. This is in a residential area so no loud noises after 10 pm out of respect for the other guests & neighbors. For your safety, there are ring doorbell cameras and a camera/motion light for the backyards. OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: There are 3 rental units available at our property so if you have a big group and are interested in reserving the other units, please check out my other listings and feel free to contact me to check availability. One of the other rental units (3bd/2ba) is in the front of the property (separate building) so the front yard of that house is reserved for those guests only. From time to time, you may see those other guests as you walk by the side of the house to get to your "hidden gem" unit (2bd/1ba). There is also a studio is attached to this unit so there is a shared wall between both kitchen/dining areas. This is non-smoking property - including all indoor and outdoor areas. This is in a residential area so no loud noises after 10pm out of respect for the other guests & neighbors. For your safety, there is are ring doorbell cameras and a camera/motion light for the backyards. Registration number STR-07991L, 645697 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - 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 - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 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 ### Rules No pets No smoking anywhere on the premises No parties or large group gatherings No loud outdoor noise or music after 10pm Quiet hours 10pm - 8am All guests must be registered and approved before check-in Unregistered or extra guests will be a $100/per person/night fee Remove trash at checkout No indoor or outdoor flames/fires besides bbq grill LATE CHECK-OUT: There will be a $50/30 min fee for any unauthorized late checkouts beyond 11am. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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 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 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 645697, STR-07991L ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=32.71252,-117.12945&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:i%60ufE%60z%7BiU%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40S%40QBQ%40SBQBOBQBSBQBODQDQBQDODQDQFODODQFOFQFMFQFMFOFOHOFOHKHOHOHMHKHOHMJKHMJMHKJKJMJIJKJKLKJKJILKJGLIJILILGLILGLGLILGNELELGLENELELENENCLCNENCLANENALANANANCNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40NBN%40N%40L%40N%40NDL%40NBNDLBNBNDLDLDNDLDLFLDNDLFLHLFLFLHLFLHJHLHJFLJJHJJLJJJJJJJJJJJHJJLHLJJHLHNHJHLHNHNHJFNHNFNFNFLFPFNFNFNDPDNFNDPDPDNBPDPDPBNBPBRBPBNBP%40R%40PBP%40R%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPAPAPARAPARCPAPAPCPCPCPCPCPCPEPENCPEPEPENGPENENGPGLGPGNGNGLGPILGNILINILILILINIJKLIJKLIJKJKLKJKJKJMHKJKJMHKHMHKHMFMHMFMHMFMFMFOFMDMFMDODMDMDOBOBMDOBOBMBOBOBM%3FOBO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOAOCM%3FOCOCMCOCOCMEOCOCMEMEOEMEMGMEOGMGMGMGMIMGMIMGKIMIKIMIKKKKMIKKKKKKKMKKIKKMIKKMIKIOIMIMIMIOIMGOIMGQGMGOGOGOGOGQEOEOGQEOEQEQCOEQEQCQCQCQCQCQCQAQCQAQASAQASAQAQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kQREXg_gFM9FVX07MjwZiTgtNec=) San Diego, CA #### What's nearby - Balboa Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Naval Base San Diego - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles - Petco Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles - San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles - San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles #### Getting around - 32nd - Commercial Station - 11 min walk - Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive - San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk - ‪Ferchaladas Birria Y Mariscos - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Coffee Drop - ‬13 min walk - ‪Rock Steady Real Jamaican Restaurant - ‬11 min walk - ‪55 Thai Kitchen Golden Hill - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport! pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Hidden Gem with AC, only 2mi to DT, Zoo & Balboa Park. Close to beach & airport! located? > Located in Stockton, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Balboa Park, Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village are also within 3 miles (5 km). 32nd - Commercial Station is 11 minutes by foot and 25th - Commercial Station is 20 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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