Seaside stay .A stay at this Mission Beach vacation home places you steps from Mission Beach Boardwalk and a 5-minute walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches. Also, Mission Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Mission Bay is within 3 miles (5 km).
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Draft - 11 min walk
Sandbar Sports Grill - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 16 min walk
Elvira - 5 min drive
Ruriberto's Taco Shop - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home
_________________________________________________________________________ HIGHLIGHTS • Steps to Mission Beach and Mission Bay • Gated courtyard, outdoor dining and lounges • Ground floor bedroom, no stairs needed • Walk to Belmont Park, markets and dining • Detached home with 2 parking spaces • Free beach gear and bike rentals for 2026 _________________________________________________________________________________________ SUITABILITY • No smoking or pets permitted • Guests must be 25+ (family groups ok) • No parties — decibel meters installed • Ocean Breeze Cooled — no AC • Laundry inside Bedroom 2 (2nd floor) • Occasional airport flight path noise • ID / credit card verification required _________________________________________________________________________ WHAT GUESTS LOVE • Brighton Court: Sidewalk takes you to the ocean or Mission Bay - different water experiences from the same front door • The Courtyard: A gated, furnished front patio with outdoor dining and lounges that becomes the true living room of the home. • The Layout: Ground floor bedroom works well for grandparents or guests who prefer to skip the stairs; upper level keeps everyone else • Detached Home: Many vacation rentals in Mission Beach are condos or duplexes. This is a whole home with no neighbors above or below. • The Location: Mission Market and casual dining steps away, Belmont Park a 0.5 mi walk north along the boardwalk • Bluewater Vacation Homes: Locally managed, responsive, and always nearby
"This home is a perfect location for vacation. The Bluewater team was responsive, the home was well stocked and met all of the needs of a group of 9 with quite a few young kids. Can’t say enough about the location so close to the beach and all of the hot spots around San Diego. Would book again!." — Cara J., Verified Guest _________________________________________________________________________ LAYOUT AND CONFIGURATION
GROUND LEVEL • Gated front courtyard: Outdoor dining table, umbrellas, chairs, lounges, gas BBQ • Living room: Sofa, TV, sliding glass doors opening to courtyard • Full kitchen: Stone countertops, stainless appliances, glass tile backsplash • Breakfast bar: Seats 4 (primary indoor dining) • Bedroom 1: Queen bed and twin bunk beds (sleeps 4), hall bath access • Hall bathroom: Walk-in shower • Beach shower: Rear of property • Parking: 2 spaces off rear alley
SECOND LEVEL • Bedroom 2: Queen bed (sleeps 2) and twin bunk bed (sleeps 2), in-room washer/dryer • Bedroom 3: Queen bed (sleeps 2), TV, balcony access • Bedroom 4: King bed (sleeps 2), TV, balcony access • Shared hall bathroom: Walk-in shower • Balcony: Shared between Bedrooms 3 and 4 _________________________________________________________________________ FULL DESCRIPTION South Mission Beach House is built around its sunny front courtyard. The gated front patio runs the full width of the home, shaded by palms, furnished with a long dining table, lounge chairs, connected directly to the living room through sliding glass doors for true indoor/outdoor living.
The kitchen features stone countertops, stainless appliances, a glass tile backsplash, and a marble-topped breakfast bar that seats four. A ground floor bedroom with adjacent full bath makes the home genuinely multi-generational, keeping guests who prefer single-level living out of the stair rotation entirely.
Upstairs, three more bedrooms spread across the second level, two of them opening onto a shared balcony with ocean-side views toward Brighton Court and the beach. The home is Ocean Breeze Cooled with ceiling and box fans throughout, comfortable for the majority of San Diego's mild coastal season.
As a Bluewater guest, complimentary beach gear and bike rentals are included for the entire group. This vacation rental comes with two dedicated parking spaces off the rear alley, a meaningful advantage in South Mission Beach where parking fills quickly in peak season. _________________________________________________________________________ NEIGHBORHOOD: SOUTH MISSION BEACH South Mission Beach House sits on Brighton Court, a short residential sidewalk with Mission Bay to the east and the ocean and beach to the west — each 8 homes away.
The strand here is narrow and the community is quieter than the north, drawing families and repeat visitors who come back for the pace as much as the location. Bayside Walk path runs along calm swimming beaches and grass parks of Mission Bay, and the Oceanfront Walk boardwalk will take you to Belmont Park, ocean front restaurants and its wooden roller coaster, a 0.5 mi walk.
Mission Blvd runs parallel a short walk north, lined with surf shops, casual dining, artisan coffee, and beach boutiques. A neighborhood market is steps away on Mission Blvd. The boardwalk itself connects guests to miles of coastline in both directions, with casual dining and beach bars accessible on foot throughout. _________________________________________________________________________ NEARBY ESSENTIALS • Mission Market (grocery): 0.2 mi • Sara's Mexican Food: 0.2 mi • Capri Pizza: 0.2 mi • Blue Palm Coffee Mission Beach: 0.2 mi • Cannonball Sushi: 0.5 mi • Draft Restaurant: 0.5 mi • Belmont Park: 0.5 mi • SeaWorld: 2.7 mi • Ralph's Grocery Store: 2.2 mi
Nearby day trips include Old Town (5.2 mi), USS Midway (8.2 mi), La Jolla Cove (6.6 mi), Balboa Park (7.8 mi), Cabrillo National Monument (8.6 mi), and Torrey Pines Reserve (17.6 mi). _________________________________________________________________________ GUEST FAQs
Q: Is South Mission Beach House vacation rental close to the beach? A: Yes. The ocean beach at Mission Beach is a 0.1 mi walk west — about two minutes on foot. Mission Bay is the same distance east. Brighton Court sits almost exactly halfway between the two, giving guests immediate access to both the surf and the calm bay water.
Q: Is this a bayfront or oceanfront vacation rental? A: Neither — and that's part of its value. South Mission Beach House is on Brighton Court, a residential street 0.1 mi from both the ocean beach and Mission Bay. Guests get dual water access without the premium pricing or noise of a direct oceanfront or bayfront address.
Q: Is South Mission Beach House good for families with young children or multi-generational groups? A: Yes. The ground floor bedroom and adjacent full bath allow elderly guests or anyone who prefers to avoid stairs to stay on one level. The upper level has three bedrooms including two bunk configurations that work well for kids. The gated front courtyard provides a secure outdoor space for younger children.
Q: Is there air conditioning at South Mission Beach House? A: No. The home is Ocean Breeze Cooled with ceiling fans and portable box fans provided throughout. South Mission Beach typically enjoys mild coastal temperatures, and the ocean breeze keeps the home comfortable for most of the year. Guests who require AC should plan accordingly.
Q: Is there a dining room? A: There is no dedicated indoor dining room. The marble-topped breakfast bar seats 4 for casual indoor dining. The primary dining space is the gated front courtyard, which has a large outdoor table with full seating for the group — the courtyard is genuinely the living and dining room of this home in warm weather.
Q: Where is the washer and dryer? A: The full-size washer and dryer are located inside Bedroom 2 on the second floor. Guests in Bedroom 2 will have in-room laundry access; guests in other bedrooms can use the laundry when the room is unoccupied or by arrangement with other guests.
Q: What is the parking situation at South Mission Beach House? A: The home includes 2 dedicated parking spaces off the rear alley. The spaces accommodate 1 large vehicle or 2 regular-size vehicles; 1 small or micro-car may fit along the alley as a third. Street parking is available in the area but fills quickly in peak season — the dedicated spaces are a real advantage.
Q: Is there surfing nearby? A: Yes. The Mission Beach ocean break is a 0.1 mi walk west, suitable for beginner to intermediate surfers. Mission Bay, 0.1 mi east, is ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, and flat-water swimming. Complimentary beach and bike rentals are included for all Bluewater guests.
Q: Is South Mission Beach under the airport flight path? A: South Mission Beach is occasionally in the flight path for San Diego International Airport. Most guests report it as infrequent and non-disruptive, but guests with sensitivity to aircraft noise should be aware before booking.
Q: What is the noise and party policy? A: Parties and noise disturbances are strictly prohibited and enforced under San Diego's Short-Term Rental Ordinance. Violations result in a minimum $1,000 fine and immediate eviction with no refund. Decibel meters are installed on the property.
Q: What are South Mission Beach House's check-in and check-out times? A: Check-in is at 4:00 PM; check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early arrivals and late departures cannot be accommodated when another guest is arriving or departing the same day.
Q: What is required to complete my booking? A: Within 48 hours of booking, guests must sign a separate e-sign agreement and complete ID and credit card verification. The ID and credit card used at booking must match and be available upon request.
Q: Is this Mission Beach vacation rental pet-friendly? A: No. Pets are not permitted. In accordance with ADA requirements, trained Service Animals are accepted with advance notice. _________________________________________________________________________ San Diego STRO License number: STR-01074L TOT Certificate: 519200 Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed
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
General
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number STR-01074L, 625521
Property is also known as
3753737
Frequently asked questions
How close is South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home to the airport?
This vacation home is 8.3 mi (20-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Mission Beach and 2-minute walk from Mission and Pacific Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home to downtown San Diego?
This vacation home is 6.2 mi away from San Diego.
South Mission Beach House | Spacious 4 BR Home Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sue H.
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our family thoroughly enjoyed everything about the home, location and amenities. We had easy access to the bay or beach with great options for coffee and light meals nearby.
Sue H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Sep 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It is a nice property but the photos are not current. Different furniture is some areas. We had originally thought that there would be 10 of us but I am glad it was only 4. The living area is small for a 4 bedroom house. The patio is very nice and spacious. The kitchen is well appointed and worked fine for us. I lived in this area in the 50's so it was fun to see how things had changed in South Mission and to visit my old haunts. My family loves the bay and ocean so this is a perfect location for us.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan S.
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful home! Perfect for a family.
Megan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karri T.
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great location and quiet. Nice Patio with long tables and lots of chairs. Great kitchen with nice pots, pans, and dishes. Our family appreciated the comfortable stay.
Karri T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
annie p.
Apr 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mission beach fun!
Great- aside from the road construction that surrounded us
annie p.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Heather B.
Sep 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect. Right between the bay and the beach and the perfect distance from Beaumont Park.
The only thing missing was a kitchen table large enough for all of us (we had 6 adults and 4 kids). We ate outside, which was okay, but we couldn’t enjoy a meal together or play games together which is something we all enjoy.
Overall it was a great place to stay.
Heather B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bianca T.
May 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and great experience
We were able to fully enjoy our time together at this great property. It was clean and well taken care of! Easy to check in and they were very responsive!
Bianca T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M.
Apr 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mission Bay
Property and location was great. Parking was a little tricky, we had 3 vehicles . Verry tight squeeze for two vehicles on the property and one had to find parking on the street.
Kathy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dixie H., Colorado Springs, USA
Mar 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great lacrosse trip getaway
We wer
Dixie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Pamela P.
Jan 9, 2024
Good location
Overall, it was okay and in a really good location.
Pamela P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debra H.
Nov 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving at the beach
We stayed at this home over the Thanksgiving holiday. The kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed to prepare all meals. The location was excellent within walking distance to everything in the area. We brought our bikes and used them the whole time on all the great paths all along the bay. Good central location in a nice quiet clean neighborhood
Debra H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy T., Peoria, AZ
Sep 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Review of Mission Beach Property
We had a wonderful stay with our 2 adult children, their spouses and our 3 grandchildren. The listing was accurate and just what we needed. It was a short walk to both the beach and the bay.
The only downside was there is not any dining space but the front patio was useful for that. There were ample cooking and kitchen utensils and even a good sampling of spices.
Overall, we talked as a family and decided that if this property were available the next time we are scheduling our vacation, we would strongly consider re-booking at this property.
Timothy T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
chris t., Flagstaff, AZ
Sep 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
The property had a great location and we had a wonderful time. We were there during the “hurricane”, so we weren’t able to be outside for the first few days. While there are nice bedrooms and kitchen. There is only one living space aside from the bedrooms and kitchen, and that is really not enough for a 4 Bedroom place. The outside areas are nice but when you’re all inside, it was kind of tight. That is not the fault of the property management company. They were nice. Place was clean. We got to check in on time and all that, but just be aware if you have a big group it’s not as roomy as some other places I’ve looked at. Overall, this is great price was good and we had a great time.
chris t.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eden R.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great accomodations and fantastic location
The property was just as described/shown online. Clean, light and airy, it had a great beach cottage feel and a nice little front yard area with covered and uncovered seating. Kitchen was well equipped with modern appliances and plenty of utensils, serving ware and cutlery. Each bathroom had complimentary travel size shampoo, conditioner, soap and body lotion. Lots of goodies were provided including bath and beach towels, dish soap and sponge, laudry soap, hand soap and even laundry detergent and dryer sheets. Ceiling fans in every room. Bluewater even provided a lovely goodie bag for us upon arrival. The location was perfect, steps to either Mission Bay or Mission Beach as well as a couple of small markets and some take out eateries close by. Try a short walk to Lazy Eye Coffee in the morning. Yummy lattes, pastries and breakfast burritos!
Eden R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denny C., Macomb, MI, USA
Jun 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
walkable to many venues
very nice place. perfect size for my family of 6. easy walk to both the ocean beach and the bay beach. easy walk to Belmont. a lot of restaurants within walking distance.
you WILL notice the constant jets talking off from the airport. can be loud but you learn to ignore it pretty quickly. stops at 11:30pm until 6:30.
the nearby convenience stores are crazy overpriced, one might want to get any needed grocery at a Vons or Target or something not in Mission Beach.
Overall very happy and would totally recommend this to a mid-size family or a couple of small families.
Denny C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Max O.
Jun 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great for families
Very clean
Great location in between bay and ocean beach
Not crowded
Max O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane B., Bullhead City, AZ
Jun 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Located steps away from the beach and bay. Enjoyed Sea World fireworks in the evening, perfect view from the bay. Highly recommend bringing your bikes or renting them really affordable. Rode all around the beach and bay. The patio became our primary living space!
Diane B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca L.
May 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
Wonderful property! Just as listed. The management was extremely helpful, courteous and responsive. Would absolutely recommend!
Rebecca L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tyler D.
Jan 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Vacation
We had a nice trip to San Diego. The home provided by Bluewater was fully stocked and clean. The management was responsive to our requests. We would stay here again.
Tyler D.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
Jan 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Christmas Vacation
We loved the house, property, location.
Location was great! One block from the bay on one side and one block from the ocean on the other side. The bay had multiple parks for the kids to play that we could just walk to. We didn't have to move our vehicle once the entire time of our stay which was 5 days. Actually we did leave once to visit the seals in La Jolla. We cooked everyday. Kitchen is more then fully stocked with everything needed to prepare meals. We didn't have a single issue with the house or neighbors. All the neighbors were pleasant. We rode our scooters and bikes everyday. The water pressure and temperature was really good. Beds were very comfortable. Outside patios have so much space and seating. We will definately stay here again.
Julie M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sally M.
Dec 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family togetherness at Mission Beach
We really enjoyed our stay at South Mission Beach. The house was clean and well-appointed with a great beachy vibe. The back patio off the pedestrian alley was our favorite place to hang out and we loved the very close walking distance to the beach, bay, Mission Market and restaurants. It was a great spot for a fun family vacation.
Sally M.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marianne E.
Oct 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Familty reunion house
The house was perfectly situated near the beach and walkable to many fun sites. Pictures on the website accurately reflect the property. We were briefly 11 in all and there was plenty of space for everyone including the 4 teens. The house has everything you would need in the kitchen. Highly recommend this property with one side note. It is near the airport. We should have made the connection of the air traffic noise but it was something we came to accept and just worked around.
Marianne E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carey S.
Jun 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
great location
Nicely furnished property really close to the beach!
Carey S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amber S.
Jun 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We stayed with two families in 3 of the rooms. There are 4 rooms, and two of them have the queen size and bunk beds. We had been slightly confused when we initially booked it.
The location is amazing for the price, just a block to the beach. There are several restaurants within walking distance, we went to SCK and Cannonball and both were good.
The beds are interesting. My family member mentioned theirs (upstairs) being quite lumpy. My bed was very creaky.
The biggest cleanliness issue was there was mold behind the water area of the fridge. When the property managers contacted us we let them know. They offered to send someone out but we declined since we wouldn't use it after its initial state.
Overall still a wonderful property and would recommend booking it. Check in was smooth.