Title: Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking Holiday home with a water park, steps from Mission Beach ## Photo gallery for Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking ![Beach nearby - Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116440000/116437400/116437317/c98575bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116440000/116437400/116437317/ed3ed5ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116440000/116437400/116437317/74f506eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116440000/116437400/116437317/43d339c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking (San Diego)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116440000/116437400/116437317/d524ddaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking provides amenities, such as a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - 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. ### Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking Your Hosts: Magical Mission Beach Rentals \- Magical Mission Beach Rentals is a local, family-owned and operated business. \- We have lived in Mission Beach, San Diego, California for over 37 years. \- We love nothing more than to share this amazing space with guests from around the world. \- When you book, we'll share local/insider information about what to do and where to go. \- We look forward to hosting you in the most beautiful community in the world. ID Verification required for every reservation. Property Summary: \- Iconic "SRP Cottage" located in Mission Beach. \- Exclusive use of the entire home. \- Seconds from the beach, Pacific Ocean, Mission Bay and the Boardwalk, restaurants, coffee shops and shopping. \- 3 bedrooms \- 1 full bathroom \- 4 beds \- Sleeps 5 - 6 Location: \- Located in highly coveted North Mission Beach, only seconds away from the most beautiful beach in the world and the Pacific Ocean. \- Seconds away to the East is Mission Bay, the largest aquatic water park in the world, complete with beautiful beach. \- Walk to a wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops and shopping. \- A pedestrian only boardwalk surrounds the beach and Mission Bay creating an easily accessible community with everything you need to have the best possible experience. Living Arrangements: \- 1 large ground-level patio, equipped with a gas grill, seating and umbrella. \- Bright and comfortable living space with comfortable seating and a 52" flat screen Smart TV. \- Well-appointed kitchen with appliances and everything you need to prepare meals. \- Dining space connected to kitchen counter with bar height seating for 4\. Sleeping Arrangements: \- Sleeps 5 - 6\. \- Master bedroom with king-sized bed. \- Master bedroom has a 42" flat screen Smart TV. \- Second bedroom with a bunk bed with 1 double bed and a single bed. \- Second bedroom has a 42" flat screen Smart TV. \- Third bedroom with a trundle bed with two twins. Bathroom Arrangements: \- 1 full bathroom with shower. Kitchen Arrangements: \- A spacious kitchen with ample counter space and nice countertops. \- Dining space connected to kitchen counter with bar height seating for 4\. \- Quality appliances include fridge, oven/stove top, dishwasher, microwave, and standard coffee maker. \- Fully stoked with all kitchen wares and everything you need to prepare meals. \- If you love to cook, bake and entertain like we do, you'll find everything you need and plenty of counter space. Parking Arrangements: \- Parking for 3 standard sized cars, 2 SUV's, extremely rare at the beach! Toys and Entertainment: \- Beach toys, body boards, umbrella and beach chairs are provided. Additional Amenities: \- All bed linens provided. All bath and beach towels provided. \- FREE washer and dryer for your use. \- We provide all the little things too: paper products for bath and kitchen (paper towels, napkins, toilet paper, Kleenex), bath and hand soap, shampoo, dish soap, laundry soap, tin foil, and cleaning products. \- This is the small town, Southern California beach life you have seen depicted in countless movies, television programs and music videos. \- This beach cottage is priced very fairly for anything comparable this close to the beach. \- If you are looking for a beautiful, well-maintained, fully-stocked home that is seconds to the most beautiful beach, bay and ocean in the world, this is the place! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18978600/18978594/9d13df89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SPECIAL! 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Steps to both Ocean and Bay! A/C, Parking, Ensuite Baths! Mission Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=91075739&PinnedHotelID=91075739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 25 ### 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 ### Rules NO parties, excessive noise, disturbing neighbors. No Smoking or Pets Permitted ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 105160 ## About the area ![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%7C32.78703%2C-117.25368&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WlI4db8pPXtqWdh6Reni2qFkdt4=) San Diego, CA #### What's nearby - Mission Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Mission and Pacific Beaches \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Pacific Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Mission Bay \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Mission Beach Boardwalk \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive - San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive - San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Flamingo Deck - ‬7 min walk - ‪World Famous - ‬6 min walk - ‪Lahaina Beach House Restaurant & Cocktails - ‬8 min walk - ‪Olive Cafe - ‬8 min walk - ‪PB Poke House - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking have a pool? ### Is Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking? ### What time is check-in at Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking? ### What time is check-out at Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking? ### Where is Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Iconic Cottage, Steps to Beach/Ocean, AC,Parking Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 247 8 - Good 33 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Babs B. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful weekend, this place was very cozy, beds were so comfortable. Beautiful home. ##### Babs B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan S. 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent spot for a beach vacation. I believe it is about 80 steps to the sand! Great location for beach days or visiting some sights in SD. Great communication with the owners. Easy check-in/out. Great walkable spots for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner. We recommend adding a wine opener and a pizza slicer to the kitchen supply. ##### Ryan S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raime F. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break We had a great stay! ##### Raime F. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey d. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location! We had a great stay, perfect location, clean home right near the beach, would definitely stay again when back to San Diego ##### Jeffrey d. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Timothy l. 11 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place to stay Good place fun right next to the beach ##### Timothy l. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin D. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! Exactly what we were hoping for. So close to both the beach, bay and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Erin D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberlee S. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Snug between the ocean and the bay, you are steps from anything you need for a lovely beach vacation! ##### Kimberlee S. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Z. 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location The house was clean and had all the essentials . Perfect location walking distance to the beach and local shops and restaurants. We would stay there again ! ##### Melissa Z. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### zoe s. 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Family vacation Quick get away with family from out of town. Great spot. Lots of places to walk to ##### zoe s. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise H. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mission Beach Thanksgiving We loved the proximity to the beach and host was very responsive. ##### Elise H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location, as pictured and clean ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation Nice friendly neighbors and great location. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer A. 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### quick family vacay This was an ideal location. Everything went smoothly. Very well stocked with everything we needed. It was clean for the most part, other than the bathroom could have used a little more tlc. ##### Jennifer A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M. 16 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! Great location, very cleans and close to the beach! Looking forward to staying here again! ##### Robert M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Erin C. 22 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Super clean, close to the beach ##### Erin C. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer W. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### San Diego Fall Break Trip Super cute place walking distance to the beach and local bars/eateries. ##### Jennifer W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joann c. 6 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location We had a great stay ##### joann c. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy F. 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beaches! Fantastic location. ##### Amy F. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joann c. 15 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! Our stay was excellent. The location was amazing. Would definitely stay here again! ##### joann c. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky W. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice location and cute little house The property was clean and well located. It was a walkable location to mission Beach and restaurants. The house only has 1 small bathroom so it would be harder with 6 adults. We had 3 adults and 3 kids. ##### Becky W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lucas s. 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place Would love to keep this to our family but the host deserves the acknowledgment - we will definitely be back! ##### lucas s. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mckenzie J. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place This was perfect for our family of 7\. We all had plenty of room and enjoyed the location of it close to both the beach and the bay. ##### Mckenzie J. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne W. 10 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location! Great location for family get away! Very clean and spacious. ##### Dianne W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 3 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property and great location. We’ll stay here again for sure! Owner David was responsive to questions, check-in was simple, loved the place. ##### Michael M. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina I. 19 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location for enjoying the action of the bay and the beach! ##### Christina I. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ---