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# The California - Indulge in San Diego luxury

Holiday home with a hot tub, near Old Town San Diego State Park

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Perched high atop the hills of Mission Hills, this beautifully remodeled duplex offers breathtaking views of downtown San Diego and the sparkling bay. With a two-car garage and plenty of free street parking, you'll feel right at home in this modern oasis featuring a hot tub and lawn games.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71550 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### The California - Indulge in San Diego luxury

Summary:  
Welcome to your dream vacation home in the heart of San Diego, perched high atop the hills of Mission Hills on California St! This beautifully remodeled duplex offers an exceptional San Diego experience. 🏙️  
  
Highlights of Your Stay:  
✦ Panoramic Views: Enjoy stunning vistas of downtown San Diego, the sparkling bay, the airport, Point Loma, and even South Coronado Island on clear days.  
✦ Comfortable Living: The home features updated kitchens and bathrooms with high-end finishes, comfortable living spaces with ample natural light, and outdoor areas perfect for enjoying the California sunshine.  
✦ Ideal Location for Exploration: This property serves as a luxurious and convenient base for exploring all that San Diego has to offer, from its vibrant downtown to its beautiful coastline.  
✦ Perfect for families or anyone seeking a memorable getaway, come experience the best of San Diego from the comfort of your own private abode!  
  
The Space:  
Step into a modern retreat, meticulously updated and tastefully designed for an unforgettable stay. This two-bedroom, two-bath home is perfect for families, couples, or groups ready to experience San Diego.   
  
Key Features 🛋️  
✦ Updated Interiors: Every inch of this home has been meticulously updated and tastefully designed for your comfort.  
✦ Private Amenities: Enjoy your own separate hot tub for ultimate relaxation.  
  
Important Note 🏘️  
✦ This home is part of a duplex, with another rental on the lower level. The very lowest outdoor level with lawn games is the only shared area.  
✦ There may be other guests staying below you during your stay.  
  
Guest Access:  
There is an abundance of free street parking. And thanks to our smart lock system, you'll be able to breeze in and out of your home away from home with the ease. The morning of check-in, you will be sent an email with the smart lock code and any other relevant details for entry.  
  
The Neighborhood:  
Mission Hills is a historic neighborhood in San Diego located on the hills overlooking Old Town and the San Diego Bay, just north of Downtown, west of Hillcrest and south of the San Diego River valley. It is one of San Diego’s oldest and most desirable neighborhoods. The area is primarily residential with some locally-owned shops and restaurants. It is one of the most architecturally impressive neighborhoods with many of the houses from the early 1900s, which have been carefully preserved and restored. Modern homes were built as infill along canyon rims in the 1950s and 1960s. 🏘️  
  
Mission Hills is highly sought after with its stately homes, its centric location overlooking San Diego's picturesque bays and beaches, and quaint Craftsman bungalows and large mansions pristinely manicured on quiet streets. The business district is home to a variety of delectable restaurants, locally-owned shops, pubs and services. 🌆  
  
Top Suggestions:  
DINE 🥘  
✦ Stop for brunch at Cafe Coyote for an authentic Mexican experience (<1 mile)  
✦ Enjoy some delicious pizza at HillCrust Pizza (2 miles)  
✦ Experience truly authentic Italian at Solare Family Restaurant, then explore the surrounding area in the historic liberty station (2.5 miles)  
✦ Grab dinner at Ironside or Bencotto in Little Italy, then enjoy some dessert at Salt & Straw (3 miles)  
✦ Indulge in a high-end steakhouse experience at Cowboy Star (3.7 miles)  
  
SUNBATHE ☀️  
✦ Take a dip in the refreshing waters of Mission Bay (3 miles)  
✦ Spend some time soaking in the sun at La Jolla shores (10 miles)  
✦ Don't miss out on the sprawling beaches of Beautiful Coronado Island (9 miles)  
✦ Explore a SoCal favorite beach at Windansea, and La Jolla Shores adjacent to it (10 miles)  
  
EXPLORE 🌄  
✦ Enjoy the lively scene in the Gaslamp Quarter (4 miles)  
✦ Check out SeaWorld San Diego for the day (5 miles)  
✦ Rent a bike and ride through the lush gardens, historic walkways, and numerous museums of Balboa Park (5 miles)  
✦ Catch a baseball game at Petco Park (6 miles)  
✦ Visit Coronado Island to enjoy the all-around views of the beach, the iconic bay, and its picturesque small-town streets (7 miles)  
✦ Explore the famous San Diego Zoo (10 mi)  
  
SHOP 🛍️  
✦ Indulge in retail therapy at Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall just 4 miles away  
✦ Check out Westfield Plaza Bonita (5 miles)  
✦ Delight in high-end shopping at Westfield UTC La Jolla (11 miles)  
✦ Experience Las Americas Premium Outlets right on the border (20 miles)  
  
AIRPORT ✈️  
✦ San Diego National Airport (3 miles)  
✦ Tijuana International Airport via CBX (23 miles)  
  
\*Please note that these approximate travel distances serve as a reference, and actual distances may vary depending on chosen route, traffic conditions and other factors  
  
Getting Around:  
A quick walk to Old Town San Diego for Taco Tuesday or a quick drive to everything San Diego has to offer. Tons of amazing bars and restaurants within a 15 minute walk! Street parking is typically plentiful.  
  
Interaction with Guests:  
Operated by the experienced hosts at OwnRelax. Our goal is to make sure every guest has the exact same elevated renting experience. Let us be your concierge, helping you find the best spots around town to make your stay as incredible as possible. We're available for our guests through the booking platform and by phone from 8am to 10pm daily. A phone number is provided at check-in for guests to contact the hosts for overnight emergencies.

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

- Hot tub

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Free offsite parking
- Street parking available
- Onsite parking options include a garage

### Kitchen

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

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower

### Living spaces

- Fireplace

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Concierge services
- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- Near the sea

### 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
- Unit size: 1,550 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 25 

### 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

Guests will receive an email before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details

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

For stays longer than 30 days, please contact the host prior to booking. While our first priority is ensuring our guests enjoy their stay, we have...

### Access methods

Smart lock

### 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

This property accepts cash 

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 

Property Registration Number STR-04131L, 641431

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.

### Property is also known as

The California - On Top of San Diego in a Hot Tub San Diego

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## About the area

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San Diego, CA

#### What's nearby

- Heritage Park \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles
- Whaley House Museum \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles
- Marine Corps Recruit Depot \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles
- Old Town San Diego State Park \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles
- University of San Diego \- 3 min drive \- 2.4 miles

#### Getting around

- Old Town Transit Center - 4 min drive
- Washington Street Station - 14 min walk
- San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 14 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬12 min walk
- ‪Old Town Mexican Cafe - ‬13 min walk
- ‪ARCO - ‬9 min walk
- ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬12 min walk
- ‪Spin Nightclub - ‬10 min walk

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## The California - Indulge in San Diego luxury Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 9.8

Location

### 10

Eco-friendliness

### 10

Property conditions & facilities

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Raj

9 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Excellent City View and the Nice Ambience. Location is accessible to all the popular places easily with nice restaurants nearby.

##### Raj

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Marco C.

18 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Clean and perfect

It was a very comfy and memorable to stay at this home. Really clean and it has everything you will need Adam is a great host

##### Marco C.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Richard C.

14 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Great little gem close to the Convention Center

Stayed a few nights with a colleague attending a conference. Property was very clean and presented as described. Host was ver prompt in responding. Will Recommend this place to my friends and will stay here again for future SD visits.

##### Richard C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sarah F.

30 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Tranquility

The property is in such a cute San Diego neighborhood. Close to everything. The home itself was beautifully decorated, clean, super cozy and very tranquil. The views from the balcony did not disappoint. While there's a straight view of the airport, airport noise was not an issue. 

##### Sarah F.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Maureen O.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Nice comfortable property

Very nice property. It.would be nice to have a guest basket with maps of the area highlighting restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies. Little things like sunscreen, bottled.water, etc would be nice as well.

##### Maureen O.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Kelly W.

27 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Exactly as expected

Exactly as pictured, but a little smaller than I expected. We knew it was a duplex, so knew it would be on the small side. We stayed for our son's boot camp graduation and we could see the base from our room. Close enough we could have walked to the base or the airport if we wanted to. Owner was very good at communicating- always got back to us right away and made sure we were happy with everything. We used the hot tub every night and it was interesting to watch the planes take of and land at night. We would definitely stay here again!

##### Kelly W.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

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