San Diego cottage rental
 
San Diego cottage rental
Private patio

Private patio

Living room, dining and kitchen

Living room, dining and kitchen

Full bath with heated marble floors and claw foot tub.

Full bath with heated marble floors and claw foot tub.

Kitchen with full size range.

Kitchen with full size range.

A North Park favorite. Dog friendly too!

A North Park favorite. Dog friendly too!

Compound watchdog / greeterdog "Snooki"

Compound watchdog / greeterdog "Snooki"

Switzer Canyon Trail Head. Location "H" on the Google map.

Switzer Canyon Trail Head. Location "H" on the Google map.

Home of the Ray at Night Art-Walk - 2nd Saturday of every month. "C" on the map

Home of the Ray at Night Art-Walk - 2nd Saturday of every month. "C" on the map

Urban Solace fine dining & True North sports bar. 30th St. "J" on the map

Urban Solace fine dining & True North sports bar. 30th St. "J" on the map

Balboa Public Golf course & Switzer Canyon trail. "B" & "H" on the map

Balboa Public Golf course & Switzer Canyon trail. "B" & "H" on the map

Spruce Street annual block party tuning up

Spruce Street annual block party tuning up

Spruce Street annual block party crankin!

Spruce Street annual block party crankin!

  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps2
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 3 nights
 

Photos and Description of the San Diego vacation cottage rental
Cottage, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2)

Built in 1911, our 101 year old stable has been converted to a comfortable 1 bedroom cottage complete with all the amenities of home. We love our cottage but we of course our opinion is biased. Please click on 'Traveler's Reviews' above for unbiased opinions. That said... do you want to walk to the Zoo, museums, dozens of local restaurants and bars? We have the place for you. The downtown historic Gaslamp district and Coronado beaches are just a 15 minute drive away. For sports enthusiasts we have golf, disc golf, tennis, swimming, hiking and running trails all within walking distance.

GUEST COMMENTS:

Guest: Laurie (Longboat Key, FL)

Date of Stay: 03/21/12 Review Submitted: 04/17/12

I needed a place within walking distance of my daughter & son-in-law & my new grandson. I looked at this cottage online plenty of times..could it be that nice? I was concerned, but no reason to be. It is a great cottage. Very cozy & comfortable, with everything you need...even zip-loc bags! I ran out of my shower get & there was some supplied in a nice basket in the bathroom. And the very cute bathroom has a heated floor! I turned the heat in the cottage off (prefer a cooler room at night) and the bathroom always felt warm with that nice floor. I am not even sure their description includes the wonderful back room...basically just a huge walk in closet...with a small closet with my own(well I guess it's own) washer & dryer.It kind of felt like my place...private, clean, cozy... It was a great place to stay, the pictures are very accurate. I love to walk -easy to get to Balboa Park, many restaurants to walk to. Mike & Sharon were very nice. I already have a reservation to go back!

Guest: Mary (New Jersey)

Date of Stay: 02/19/12 Review Submitted: 02/27/12

Well, I have just returned from a week at this cozy, comfortable, charming cottage in San Diego located right on the North Park/South Park border (a great neighborhood!) ... and I wish that I were still ensconced in that little bit of heaven! The cottage is beautifully yet simply appointed with all the amenities needed for a home away from home. The owners, Sharon and Mike, are most gracious hosts allowing their guests privacy while at the same time being available for questions or a friendly chat from their front porch. Best of all was the lovely sound of water flowing softly through their Koi pond in the evening that lulled me in a deep, peaceful sleep. I highly recommend this cottage!

Guest: Dee (Toronto, Canada)

Date of Stay: 02/05/12 Review Submitted: 02/25/12

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to San Diego. The cottage provided the perfect accommodation. It is nicely decorated and comfortable, with a claw footed bathtub and amazingly cozy bed! The owners were readily available and responsive, and made us feel welcome. The cottage is located in a very nice, residential area, just a few minutes from Balboa Park and North Park shops and restaurants, and about 15 minutes from the downtown area and harbour. It is a wonderful place to stay. We'll be back!

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About Mike Bythewood

We love Craftsman style homes! Sharon is a Realtor and Michael is a General Contractor. Our passion is making our homes comfortable, functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Mike Bythewood purchased this cottage in 2007
Why Mike Bythewood chose San Diego

Location, location, location! Centrally located North Park offers easy access to the most popular attractions San Diego has to offer. Great year-round weather and no bugs are a plus too! (We're both originally from southern states) Since moving to San Diego in 1983 we have resided in Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach and Downtown San Diego but North Park is by far our favorite place to live.

What makes this cottage unique

Our home is on a quiet, 1-block long section of Spruce. North Park is a centrally located San Diego neighborhood and an easy drive to Sea World, Coronado, Petco Park, Qualcomm Stadium, the downtown bayfront and dozens of other attractions.

20 Reviews of Property 391276 in San Diego, California

Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
average rating of 4.8 based on 20 reviews
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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North Park San Diego
Roselle, IL
5

Anniversary Trip

5 of 5
Submitted: May 14, 2013 Stayed: May 2013
My husband and I recently stayed at this cottage on our first trip to San Diego for our 10th anniversary. It was indeed a real treat in a nice neighborhood wih cute Craftsman bungalows. We are a couple of runners so the proximity to Balboa Park's trails was perfect. What I found exemplary was the attention to detail. Every little thing you could think you would possibly need was there and even those items you didn't think of were there as well just in case; like umbrellas, books, a printer, etc. I was most surprised by the nice closet/laundry area in the back of the cottage. All in all, the setting was quiet, relaxing, and comfy and the flowers smelled great on the patio. Thank you so much for the wonderful stay and a nice easy vacation. This was me and my husband's 2nd stay in a vacation rental and it has further confirmed why I now really enjoy this type of lodging. Thanks again and we will definitely return to the cottage when we come back to San Diego some day.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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North Park San Diego
Ancaster, Ontario, Canada
5

Delightful Getaway In San Diego

5 of 5
Submitted: April 2, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
We spent a week in San Diego and stayed at a wonderful VRBO property in the North Park area, near Balboa Park.

The property had everything to make an extended stay for two people a delight. Comfort, privacy, waking access to Balboa Park and local restaurants. Or the ability to cook your own meals, if you choose.

The owners were lovely and we enjoyed being part of a residential neighbourhood throughout the week.

We would highly recommend this property for anyone wanting to visit San Diego.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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North Park San Diego
Portland, oregon
5

great neighborhood cottage

5 of 5
Submitted: April 1, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
We really enjoyed our stay here. The neighborhood is walkable, especially to restaurants, close to everything, quiet. The cottage is quite comfortable and well put together. The owners are very responsive and welcoming.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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North Park San Diego
Seattle
5

Near perfect!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 9, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
Perfection is theoretically impossible to achieve, but we feel this came close. We were winter-weary Seattleites in need of sunshine, dry and warm. The cottage's location in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood was great. We enjoyed walking through neighborhoods and admiring the yards and houses while on our way to coffee. We used the bbq to cook a couple dinners and picked a fresh lemon off their lemon tree to dress our salad...yum. The cottage is very charming, comfortable and well appointed. Before we left we were already talking about wanting to go back. Hosts Mike and Sharon were fabulous.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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North Park San Diego
Minnesota
5

Cozy cottage!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 26, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
This was our first trip to the San Diego area. The cottage is in a lovely neighborhood and close to many of the sites and activities to be enjoyed in San Diego. The cottage is very clean, cozy, and comfortable with nice amenities. Mike and Sharon are very welcoming and helpful.hosts. We would definitely recommend this cottage.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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North Park San Diego
Farmington. Utah
4

Close to restaurants and parks

4 of 5
Submitted: February 4, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
It was just as described. Clean and well taken care of. It worked for us since we had 2 dogs with us and it was close to our daughter's home. The owners were very helpful in answering any of our questions. There is nice park nearby to walk our dogs.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
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5

Clean, convenient, sweet cottage!

5 of 5
Submitted: November 30, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
We loved our time in this sweet little cottage! We are vacation rental owners ourselves, so we know what it's lilke to run one. This place is a great location for a getaway; close to lots of great attractions, clean, private and safe. The neighborhood is very quiet and pedestrian friendly. The owners are friendly, helpful and prompt in replying to questions. We spent a lot of time walking through the neighborhood, admiring the Craftsman architecture, scoping out neighborhood eateries, even getting haircuts on Thorne Street. One reason we loved this cottage was the vintage feel, but the conveniences you seek when vacationing; comfy bed, nicely equipped kitchen, close to entertainment and shopping, and a place to feel like "your own".
We will definitely put this on our list of "first choices" when visiting San Diego.....which we do several times a year. I would highly recommend the cottage to anyone looking for a charming place to stay in the North Park vicinity.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Tourists without a Car, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: You guys are great! We took your suggestion and bought a folding shopping cart for the cottage. It will be here for your next visit. Thanks so much and hope to see you again soon.
Sharon, Mike & Snooki
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Fort Pierce, FL
5

Cozy Cottage

5 of 5
Submitted: November 24, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
The "cottage" is roomier than we anticipated as well as being very comfortable, attractively furnished and immaculately clean. We lacked nothing. The previous reviews were completely accurate. The automatic timers on the heaters prevented chilly evenings and mornings and the heated bathroom floor kept our tootsies warm. The location is private and quiet (except the soothing bubbling of the koi pond), and the bed was very comfortable. I love walking around the area - the historic homes, the parks, the canyons and the North Park commercial district are fun. We would definitely plan to stay there again on future trips to San Diego.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you so much!
Warmest regards,
Sharon, Mike & Snooki
Helpful votes: 2/2
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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North Park San Diego
St. charles, Illinois
5

Great little spot!

5 of 5
Submitted: November 1, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
What value! We enjoyed our stay in North Point. Within walking distance of all the wonderful attractions at Balboa Park. Only a 10 minute drive to the Gaslamp Quarter and the Harbor. Very comfortable bed. Darling little courtyard with fountain for relaxing outdoors. The cottage is behind the owner's home...you enter by a side walkway.
They were very friendly and helpful.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing
Owner's Response: Loved having you guys stay with us. Hope to see you again soon.
Helpful votes: 3/3
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Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
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+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Arizona
5

Perfect hideaway

5 of 5
Submitted: October 24, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
Great location (quiet and safe) near the park and restaurants. Extremely clean and comfortable. We've stayed in a lot of places through VRBO and this one was exactly as advertised. We will definitely be back for another hassle-free visit.
Owner's Response: Thank you so much for the kind words. We look forward to having you as a guests again!
Helpful votes: 1/1