Waterhaven - A Pondside Oasis

Entire guest house in San Diego, California, United States

  1. 2 guests
  2. Studio
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Bruce & Grant
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

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Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Peace and quiet

Guests say this home is in a quiet area.
Please read house rules before booking. Located in the Hillcrest area of San Diego just blocks to Balboa Park is Waterhaven, a non smoking, adults only retreat and the perfect place to enjoy your San Diego stay. 325 square feet, a fully private retreat that includes your own living space, bathroom, and kitchen. The guesthouse has dual paned windows, no shared walls, and the yard is fully protected with a stone wall for privacy and security. Waterhaven is a quiet, peaceful, relaxing experience.

The space
We are committed to Airbnb's enhanced cleaning protocol. Your spacious private patio is directly outside your guesthouse door, and sits next to a large koi pond with waterfalls. The guesthouse has a new heating and air conditioning unit for your comfort. The guesthouse is sparkling clean! We change the mattress pad, and hypoallergenic pillow encasings after every guest, and you will sleep well on a great bed, with 1000 thread-count cotton sheets.

We sanitize the guesthouse before each guest arrives. Bleach wipes are used on any surface that is touched...light switches, remote controls, all door handles and door pulls, arms of chairs...everything!

The cottage is located on the back half of our property. Off-street parking is available, and on-site parking is always available for you.

San Diego isn't just about beaches! Enjoy Balboa Park, and its 17 museums, Old Town, live theater, street festivals, Food festivals, the Hotel Del Coronado, Legoland, the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park - And a scenic drive to the mountains or desert is always nice.

Waterhaven is more than just a place to stay, it's an experience, and we look forward to sharing it with you!

Additional rules:
FALSIFIED RESERVATIONS – Any reservation obtained under false pretense will immediately forfeit 100% of payment, and the party will not be permitted to check-in.

No children are accepted from ages 0 - 18. Waterhaven is not suitable for children. Adults only, 18 years of age and up.

2 adults max occupancy. No extra guests are allowed.

Must lock the guesthouse and entrance gate after entering and upon leaving the property.

Guests MUST be quiet by 10 p.m., in respect of our neighbors, and us.
Also, any visiting guests who are not staying here must depart the premises by 10 p.m.

Guest access
You are welcome to use the additional patio where the barbecue is located, which is on the opposite side of the pond...directly opposite your exclusive patio of the guesthouse.

Other things to note
YouTube search: 'Waterhaven a Pondside Oasis' for a drone video of our property.

Waterhaven is a non smoking residence. No smoking is permitted.

The guesthouse has Paramount Plus with Showtime, Peacock Premium, and Discovery Plus.

The bathroom has a pocket door for privacy.

We live on the premises and are generally available to assist with anything you need.

This is a quiet neighborhood with wonderful neighbors. Please respect everyone, and everything as if it were your own.

Clean towels and linens, are provided. The kitchen includes a Keurig coffee maker (coffee and coffee-mate creamers included), teas, dishware, cooking utensils, pots & pans, refrigerator and microwave, gas stove, and oven.
The outdoor gas barbecue is always available for your use.

The fridge is perfect for leftovers and a few drinks.
If you'd like to say hello, we love to meet our guests but also understand if you like to do your own thing. We are just a phone call or text, or knock at the door away if you need anything during your stay.

A washer and dryer is available between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Our home is just next door, so if you forgot to bring something, just ask. If we can help, we will! We’re available to answer questions, make suggestions...or give you complete privacy.
Communication is key...quick and easy via text, cell phone and email. All you have to do is ask.

San Diego Business Tax Certificate and TOT certificate are posted in living area. Also, our Airbnb host certificate is posted at the entrance gate of our property.

There is a $100.00 fee charged if the key to Waterhaven is lost. That is what it costs to have the locks changed to protect future guests, and us.

Registration details
STR-01814L, 624186

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Fast wifi – 672 Mbps
Free parking on premises
32-inch HDTV
Free washer – In building

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 559 reviews.

Guest favourite
This home is in the top 1% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

San Diego, California, United States
This listing’s location is verified and the exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

Hillcrest - Zoo area is a great composite of all kinds of people. Waterhaven is situated in a quiet neighborhood and we have great neighbors whom we like and respect. We ask that your presence in the neighborhood be respectful and kind.

Meet your host

Superhost
559 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Lives in San Diego, California
Our careers were in the service industry. We treat people with kindness, compassion, and respect. We are retired, and enjoy quality relationships with our chosen friends. Bruce has a master's degree in music education and taught piano and voice to his private students. Grant volunteers as a Trauma Interventionist for local law enforcement agencies, and as a public speaker for End of Life Choices California.

Bruce & Grant is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 14:00
Checkout before 11:00
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

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