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.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Los Angeles County, California
4

Beautifully Maintained, Charming Cottage

4 of 5
Submitted: August 26, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
The owners of this centrally-located cottage have created a beautiful little haven that is comfortably and tastefully furnished, with a full kitchen well stocked with tableware, utensils, and cookware, and even provide staples such as coffee, sugar, salt and pepper. The interior of this renovated cottage is virtually new and very clean, and guests enjoy a fenced, private patio with a gas barbeque and a lovely little fountain. The neighborhood is quiet, and the Craftsman cottages that are owner-tenanted are also well maintained. Finally, Mike and Sharon are gracious hosts who are very sociable, yet respect the privacy of their guests, and are generous with sharing the bounty of their tomato plants and lemon tree!
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Wisconsin
5

Quaint and Adorable!

5 of 5
Submitted: August 9, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
This cottage for two is small but spacious enough to comfortably move around. It is nicely furnished and has everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. The bed is very comfortable and there is plenty of space to hang clothes in an extra room to the back of the main living area. There is a small laundry room making it very convenient to do laundry during longer stays. The private outside patio is a nice extension of the indoor living space. We lived in San Diego many years ago, in another part of the city, and had never explored the North Park area but found it very charming. Sharon and Mike (and Snookie) were very welcoming and we hope to return again sometime.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks so much for choosing our cottage! We really enjoyed having you as our guests.
Mike, Sharon & Snooki
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Tucson, Arizona
5

Delightful!

5 of 5
Submitted: July 8, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
From the peaceful neighborhood, to the vegetable garden outside as well as the soothing cottage interior, this neighborhood and property were the perfect fit for our vacation. Sharon and Mike were helpful and friendly but also respected our privacy while here. I had recently sprained my foot and couldn't walk our doggies as much as I would have liked, so the grass in front of the cottage that is fenced in served as a welcomed part of this sanctuary. We were even supplied with a pooper-scooper and trash so I didn't have to keep hobbling to the back of the property with doggie bags. We are looking foward to another vacation here and already miss sipping coffee on the wonderful private patio. Thanks for a great stay!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing
Owner's Response: Thanks Jill! We enjoyed having you as our guests. We also took your suggestion and bought a Blu-ray player for the cottage. We hope to see you again soon.
Mike, Sharon and Snooki
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
San Diego, CA
3

AWESOME!

3 of 5
Submitted: May 14, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
This is the cutest cottage and in the perfect location! It's right near the Balboa Park, walkable to so many restaurants, bars and shopping and very close to downtown and the airport. Mike and Sharon did a great job making this cottage feel like home, and were very hospitable throughout the stay. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone coming to San Diego!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Longboat Key, FL
5

Love this place!

5 of 5
Submitted: April 17, 2012 Stayed: March 2012
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!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks Laurie! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Mike & Sharon
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
New Jersey
5

Can't Wait to Go Back!

Can't Wait to Go Back!
5 of 5
Submitted: February 27, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
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!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Toronto, Canada
5

San Diego - North Park Cottage

5 of 5
Submitted: February 25, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
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!
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Mountain View, CA
5

Terrific place to stay

5 of 5
Submitted: February 23, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
The cottage is great. Perfect for one or two people. It's quiet and very comfortable. I loved staying here. You can easily walk to restaurants and the park. A wonderful place to call home.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks Matthew!
Mike & Sharon
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
Bloomington, IN
5

Adorable.

5 of 5
Submitted: January 30, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
This is a charmer, recently renovated and all that we needed for a long weekend visit. Contrary to the song, it does rain in southern california, and when it does, your host will arrive with large umbrellas and a floor mat. Nice!!
Bed is super comfortable, and we were glad, given the weather in January, to have a little cottage to gather and watch tv, play some cards, have a glass of wine at the end of the day. Balboa Park dog park is just a few blocks away - very entertaining - and the funky, fun neighborhood of N. Park just a few blocks the other direction. Lovely place, clean, etc. Don't hesistate to book!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks so much for the kind words! We hope you visit us again.
Mike & Sharon
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Walk Everywhere! Zoo, Balboa Park, Dining & Fun.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391276vb
+1 619-742-2270
North Park San Diego
El Dorado Hills
5

Charming!!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 9, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
I absolutely love this place!! I have enjoyed every time I have stayed here. The cottage is so cute and it is close to all amenities. I was able to walk to amazing restaurants and markets. The owners are very kind and the neighborhood is very quaint. I was very comfortable and would highly recommend this little gem to anyone.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 3/3