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Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape

Family-friendly apartment in San Diego

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
Escape to a serene oasis at this Mission Hills rental, where historic charm meets modern amenities. With multiple decks surrounded by mature trees, guests can unwind in the jungle-like landscape or walk to nearby restaurants and coffee shops in downtown Mission Hills and Hillcrest neighborhoods.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape

About this space
Renovated, Mission Hills rental with modern amenities and tons of historic charm. This gem is a quiet oasis in the heart of the city. Located on a large wooded lot with multiple decks to enjoy the serene views. Walkable to wonderful restaurants and coffee shops in downtown Mission Hills and Hillcrest neighborhoods.

City of San Diego Required Rental Details-
STVR License: STR-02626L
TOT Certificate: 645343

The space
This home was built around historic kilns that were used to fire the tile used in Balboa Park in the early 1900s prior to hosting the World’s Fair. During World War II, the home was divided into multiple units to serve as a bunk house for nurses that got bussed to Point Loma. This unit is located down in the canyon, below street level. Two decks surrounded by mature trees provide guests with a jungle-like landscape to enjoy uniquely located in the heart of San Diego.

Other things to note
Their are 25 stairs going down to the property (shown in the listing pictures). There is a handrail and lighting along the stairs.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

ANIMAL FREE We hosts guests with health / allergy challenges so we maintain a strict no animal policy to ensure the comfort and safety of all guests.
NO SMOKING This applies to the entire premises- indoor and outdoor. One occupant of the main home is very sensitive to smoke of any kind.

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 645343, STR-02626L

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • UC San Diego Health - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Loft Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jo's Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sisters Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hash House A Go Go - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tony’s Fresh Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape located?

This family-friendly San Diego apartment building is located in Hillcrest, within 3 mi (5 km) of UC San Diego Health, Port of San Diego, and San Diego Zoo. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and USS Midway Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Washington Street Station is 30 minutes by foot.

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Tranquil Wooded Downtown Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay - everything you need is provided and its a great place to bring children. We especially enjoy having breakfast on the patio, the vegetation is absolutely gorgeous!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Charming Guest House in a Great Location

Guest house was perfect for us - clean, charming and in a great location. We found it easy to access everything on our itinerary. Parking was a never an issue and when we had difficulty entering on our first night, Laurie was extremely helpful. Would stay here again, thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen S.

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

Location, location, location

Recommend this cute place if you want to be close to airport, downtown, zoo, Balboa Park, etc. nice and quiet. Stairs down to the unit are no joke so pack light! Laurie was very kind and conscientious when our VRBO communication was faulty. She resolved the matter immediately and all was good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryLou K.

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

Lovely 3 bedroom

Traveled for a small family reunion and this was a great place for 3 couples. Nice kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, washer and dryer. Lots of steps so be aware and 1 bedroom without windows. Good communication with owner. Nice location with great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stefan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not it’s own property

I feel like the listing wasn’t super accurate as to the rental being one of 4 other units on the property, and there being a full time rental on the floor below. The pictures make it look like its own property. Everything turned out fine and I don’t think there were any issues with the other tenants, but it made us worried about bothering other people. The spot is beautiful though and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025