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Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage

Cottage in San Diego, steps from Mission Beach

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Experience the classic boardwalk beach town vibe at Mission Beach. Stroll along the oceanfront boardwalk, visit Belmont Park with its iconic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, and enjoy activities like biking, beach volleyball, boogie boarding and surfing. With plenty of dining options within walking distance and a lively nightlife scene in adjacent Pacific Beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage

Mission Beach is San Diego’s lively take on the classic boardwalk beach town with nearly two miles of oceanfront boardwalk, numerous rental shops and Belmont Park, a boardwalk amusement park, featuring the Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, originally built in 1925 but since restored, the Beach House Grill, miniature golf, bumper cars, rock climbing and an arcade.

There are plenty of bars in Mission Beach and adjacent Pacific Beach, and a hot nightlife scene for the young at heart.

There are also a host of activities for the whole family to enjoy including biking, beach volleyball, boogie boarding, surfing, whale watching, sport fishing and scuba diving.

A short walk across Mission Beach’s main thoroughfare leads you to the calm waters of Mission Bay, home to SeaWorld San Diego and the largest aquatic park of its kind, surrounded by grassy parks, playgrounds, picnic tables and miles of paved sidewalks. Rent a sailboat, take a leisurely bayside bike ride, or watch the kids play in this one-of-a-kind oasis.

POPULAR ACTIVITIES
Visiting Belmont Park - roller coaster, bumper cars, arcade
Surfing, boogie boarding, kite boarding
Swimming, but in designated areas in the summer. Watch for signs.
Fishing off of the Mission Bay jetty
Walking, jogging and bicycling on the boardwalk
There are plenty of dining options along the boardwalk and within walking distance of the beach community.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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-01233L, 644347

About the neighborhood

Mission Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, is home to this cottage. Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum. San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Mission Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Bay - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • SeaWorld - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coaster Saloon - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Olive Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Funky Lemon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mission - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage located?

Located in Mission Beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Mission Beach, Mission Bay, and Belmont Park. Mission Beach Boardwalk and Pacific Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Perfect get away

Great location with just the right amount of space for 2 - small but functional kitchen - nice bathroom - comfortable bed - nice little front yard area to relax - thanks for the memories :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

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

Girls long weekend

Great location and super cute place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

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

Perfect couple getaway

Stayed with my wife at the property which was close to the water and shops. Easy check in process and residence was clean and perfect for two. Will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Great Getaway for a Couple

The house was perfect for a long weekend getaway! Host was extremely helpful and there for any questions. Location is PERFECT and house was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

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

Beach House

We had a great trip - the host was outstanding and the place was very clean and close to the beach and some great local food options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yves H.

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

Beautiful cozy house near the mission beach

Everything was very good. We recommand this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Clean quiet and awesome location

Description is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah k.

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

Beach

Perfect place for a couple!! The beach is steps away and within walking distance to coffee and food. We especially enjoyed Molly’s and The Olive Oven!!We rented a car and found downtown areas easy to navigate. Lots of pretty drives to different beaches and the coast line!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Quick stay but wish we could have stayed longer!

My wife traveled with me on a business trip, and we had a blast! The home is small but located in a great spot. Everything was updated, clean, and as advertised. Shannon was great to work with and communicated everything we needed to know. We would definitely stay in this unit again next time we are in San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenny s.

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

Excellent

The house was just as described.Nice and clean Newer remodel. Location was excellent. One thing I have to mention is we would of liked a TV in the bedroom otherwise everything was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

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

Great location to ocean and bay

Great location not only to both beach and bay but right in the middle to boardwalk and Pacific Beach area. Super cute and very clean. Responsive and quick communication to host. Only negative would be the bed but overall, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa D.

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

Loved it!!!!

Everything was as listed! Such a beautiful home, would definitely return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great time in San Diego

Overall the property was great, clean and in a good location. It was slightly smaller than I expected and didn’t have the luxury feel that I was after. The kitchen and bathroom were very small, but definitely were well done. The rest of the house was really basic…Overall a win though.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

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

Wonderful experience

I absolutely loved staying in this charming home by the water. When I first arrived, I noticed how clean and spotless the entire home was. Which I’m a big fan of especially when you’re that close to the water. The accommodations were amazing & very simplistic living. But everything that you needed was there. My only suggestion would be maybe an extra blanket for the couch area because it does get chilly at night..Other than that, I will be staying there again! I had such a wonderful and relaxing time and the owners and property managers were so attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Short walk to beach

LOVE this updated charmer. A 2 minute walk to the beach - just one block! Plus so close to everything- little Italy, san Diego zoo. The place was spotless and so clean. The only thing to add is a cookie sheet and maybe aluminum foil, but the kitchen was stocked with keurig cups and toilet paper and paper towels, solo cups beach chairs and towels etc. Shannon was so great responding to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don A.

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

A

Property met and exceeded all our expectations. Will surely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra Q.

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

Cozy Cottage Stay

We had a lovely time staying at the Steps to the Sand-Upscale Beach Cottage. The hosts were very responsive and made the check in/check out process a breeze! The location is very close to the beach. Extremely walkable neighborhood to local restaurants, coffee shops, and bars! We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back next time we are in the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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