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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Pool
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean Beach Garden Cottage - Cozy Coastal Retreat

Welcome to Ocean Beach: Where San Diego’s Sunsets and Charm Meet

Escape to The Garden Cottage, a bright and breezy beach bungalow that exudes the spirit of summer year-round. Just a short stroll from the beaches, local shops, restaurants, and the vibrant Wednesday farmer’s market, this retreat is your ideal home away from home. Whether you’re planning a relaxing getaway, a fun-filled vacation, or an extended stay in the lively city of San Diego, The Garden Cottage offers comfort and convenience in every detail.

Lovingly designed with a tasteful coastal touch, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem comfortably accommodates up to 4 guests. From abundant natural light to thoughtful space planning, The Garden Cottage blends classic charm with modern comforts.

Inside the Cottage:

• Open Living Room: Enjoy a 43” smart TV, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and Netflix for your entertainment needs.
• Comfortable Bedrooms: Plush, cozy linens ensure restful nights.
• Fully-Stocked Kitchen: Stainless-steel appliances and dining for 4 make family meals easy and enjoyable.

Outdoor Retreats:

• Private, Gated Courtyard: Relax in the hammock or lounge on comfortable chairs in your secluded outdoor haven.
• Charming Front Porch: Perfect for dining al fresco, with garden and sunset views to enhance your experience.

Additional Amenities:

• Laundry room with stacked washer & dryer.
• Highchair and Pack ’n Play available upon request.
• Well-appointed bathroom with a combination bathtub/shower, plush towels, and hairdryer.
• Beach essentials: Chairs, umbrellas, towels, and boogie boards for guest use.
• Convenient on-street parking.

A Place You’ll Want to Return To

The Garden Cottage is a non-smoking, pet-free property available for nightly, weekly, or monthly rentals. As a family-owned and lovingly maintained home, it offers a personal touch that brings guests back year after year. With attentive, local management, you can count on a seamless and welcoming stay.

Your Ocean Beach Escape Awaits

Whether you’re soaking up the sunsets, exploring San Diego’s energy, or simply relaxing in the courtyard hammock, The Garden Cottage is your perfect retreat.

Welcome, and enjoy every moment!


San Diego City Permit #633322
San Diego STRO License STR-04572L

Property manager

Rodney

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Violations may result in $500+ cleaning fee.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Note from host: For guest/family who suffer from allergies/asthma

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack N' Plan & High Chair Available Upon Request

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Sorry, we really do like our neighbors.
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 633322, STR-04572L

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ocean Beach Garden
Ocean Garden Cottage San Diego
Ocean Beach Garden Cottage Cottage
Ocean Beach Garden Cottage San Diego
Ocean Beach Garden Cottage Cottage San Diego

About the area

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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • SeaWorld - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mission Bay - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Mission Beach - 16 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Washington Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 15 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hodads Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kilowatt Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Luigi - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪OB Noodle House Bar 1502 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Template - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Beach Garden Cottage - Cozy Coastal Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Beach Garden Cottage - Cozy Coastal Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Beach Garden Cottage - Cozy Coastal Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Beach Garden Cottage - Cozy Coastal Retreat located?

This family-friendly San Diego cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, Ocean Beach and Ocean Beach Pier. Mission Bay and Naval Base Coronado are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Ocean Beach Garden Cottage - Cozy Coastal Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ariane O.

Sweet Bungalow
Even cuter than the pictures! We loved staying in this cozy, clean and comfortable cottage in a garden setting just a short walk from amazing food, coffee shops and the beach. We visited briefly for a family wedding, but hope to come back for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W.

Perfect Stay in Ocean Beach and Beyond
Loved everything about our stay. Location was perfect for our week exploring San Diego. This cottage exceeded our expectations. Will be our go to spot next time we’re back in town.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia H.

Had a great stay
Everything was as advertised. Had a great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Short and sweet stay
Garden cottage was the perfect spot for our short stay in San Diego. It was charming, clean, and had everything we needed to guarantee a relaxing stay. The gardens were stunning and we loved relaxing in the back yard. Rodney was so easy to work with! We are all looking forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

Family Stay
My mother, brother and I stayed here for a long weekend and truly enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Wonderful place to stay
We stayed as a family of 4 and enjoyed the abundant space inside and outside the Farm House. Rustic charm aplenty. Easy to get to and from, whether you come from SLO or Pismo Beach. We had one request during our stay, and Chris the property manager was very responsive. Definitely would recommend a stay at the Old Edna Farm House!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Canberra, Australia

Cottage Charm
Beautifully presented and comfortable cottage in coastal neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

garden cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at Point Loma, very nice neighborhood. We had everything we needed. The only thing I would change is an hour later check out time and more hand soap.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Erik S.

Relaxing stay!
Very comfortable little cottage, perfect for a small family with young kids. Beautifully landscaped, the back yard was a wonderful place to relax and have some wine while kiddos napped :) Rodney rocks as a VRBO host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Great!!
Place was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Great place
Great cottage so close to everything. Shopping the beach farmers market. Our host was just great and so easy to communicate with. The cottage was so inviting. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey U.

Nice trip
We didnt spend much time at the house, but it was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

We enjoyed our stay. Description and pictures are accurate. Cottage was clean. We recommend this rental property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Great weekend
Everything was perfect. We enjoyed the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

Point Loma
Very nice! Rodney was very responsive and helpful, the place was lovely and well maintained!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly, Marshfield

Great Home Base
This was our first visit to San Diego. We loved this little place, quiet location but close to town. 20 minute or less drive to many attractions. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

Beautiful, cozy cottage by the Sea
This cottage was cozy, clean, and smartly furnished. Our family enjoyed the short walk to Sunset Cliffs and OB. We ventured out every day early to enjoy bagels and coffee in town or breakfast and to enjoy the beach. The grounds were a succulent paradise and everything felt zen. Our family will remember our time and memories made at the cottage for years to come!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Broderick F.

Amazing Host and Fantastic Location
Rodney is the best host I've ever worked with! He is responsive, helped address every concern or need, provided local recommendations, and even helped us after our stay when our travel was delayed due to weather. The house is great :) It's exactly as pictured and we really enjoyed how bright the space was. We were withing walking distance of nearly everything and even had a view of the water. Super happy to have stayed and we will definitely stay at one of Rodney's properties again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jadine S.

Great garden and beach access
This was the perfect location for our family of four. It was equidistant between two different and unique beach experiences (sandy Ocean Beach and rocks and tidepools at Sunset Cliffs). The backyard garden is a peaceful retreat. Everything is clean and the kitchen is well equipped with utensils, pots, pans, and spices. The beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Wonderful property
Property was great! Comfortable, cozy and had everything we needed. Washer and dryer took a long time to do a load of laundry but got the job done nonetheless. Rodney was responsive to texts and offered up suggestions on dining when asked. No grill or fire pit like listed unless it was tucked away where we didn’t see. Wasn’t important enough to ask about though. Didn’t impact our stay. Ocean beach is nice but it’s a little drive time wise to the nicer beaches for families. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Great little beach cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at this cozy beach cottage. The house was very clean and the kitchen was well appointed. The outdoor space was nicely kept and perfect for lounging. The house is located a short walk to the seaside cliffs -- a perfect spot to take in the views of the ocean or get in a scenic walk or jog. The neighborhood is residential and during our stay was quite quiet (you'll hear and see planes passing overhead, but they never bothered us). It's also just a short walk to neighborhood restaurants and a quick drive to groceries, etc. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene H., Tucson, AZ USA

Beautiful Ocean Beach cottage
The Garden Cottage was perfect for a stay in San Diego with our adult son. The property is beautiful and well maintained. The cottage is comfortable with a well equipped kitchen. The manager of the property responds immediately to questions by text. We loved its proximity to the beach and great restaurants within walking distance. The sights of downtown and Central San Diego are easily accessible by car. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet W., New York City

NYC loves ocean beach cottage !
Fabulous and completely renovates cottage - modern? Fresh and well appointed throughout - not a detail overlooked! Thrilled and would return again. Responsive owner who talked pride in property and city. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B., Indianapolis, IN, USA

Adorable cottage in Ocean Beach
We loved our stay at the Garden Cottage. The location was perfect, there was consistent street parking next to the home, the cottage was exactly as described on Vrbo, and the beds were extremely comfortable. Good communication with the host throughout the process. The kitchen was well-stocked for those hoping to cook a few meals while away. Easy walk to multiple convenient stores for staples. Tacos at Sunnie's and walks to the beach with a quick stop at OB Donuts should be on your list. We would definitely go back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home
I was impressed from the moment I booked my vacation and it only increased from there. Rodney's communication was very thorough and answered all my questions (some even before I thought of them) so my family was well informed before our arrival. The home is beautifully decorated and so inviting! The beds were luxurious and backyard hammock the perfect relaxation spot daydreaming about our next trip back to this cottage and OB! So many great shops and restaurants on Newport - I suggest taking the short walk to shop and eat and don't miss the Farmers Market on Wednesday evening. Thank you for sharing your little slice of heaven with my family - we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017