
Family-friendly holiday rentals in San Diego
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Santorini-Inspired Cottage w/ Hot Tub + Views
*CHECK OUT OUR OTHER AIRBNB* Travel 16 steps up a Greek-inspired curving stairway with 2-story high walls to your tucked-away cottage built into the hillside villa of Alta Colina. With spectacular views, step onto the balcony to watch planes take off & boats sail around the harbor. End the night in front of your secluded back patio fireplace or climb the steps of your spiral staircase to the rooftop Jacuzzi. European-inspired design & details, it'll be hard to believe you’re still in San Diego!

Townhouse - Private Yard, La Mesa Village
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located studio. Walking distance to La Mesa Village, where you can enjoy restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, & more. With all the things you need in a kitchen to whip up any meal, and a patio to enjoy the San Diego sun. Hop on the trolley to get to anywhere. Bringing more friends or family along with you? We also have another listing, Casa de Pueblo at the same property. 20 min drive to the Beach or Downtown 15 min drive to Balboa Park or Old Town

Vintage Spanish Revival Home - Balboa Park - Alcazar Court
• 1924 Spanish Revival Bungalows - Alcazar Court - Nestled in the heart of the city in historic Hillcrest - with cafes, bars, and shops • Fully equipped 1 bd 1 ba bungalows complement shady olive tree-lined patios - guests can enjoy coffee in the morning - a glass of wine in the afternoon. Enjoy the charm and tranquility of a bygone era and convenience of modern amenities, • Explore nearby Balboa Park, home to 16 museums and performing arts venues, as well as the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Golden Hill Tree House
The Golden Hill Tree House is an urban oasis hiding in the branches of two mature trees in the heart of San Diego. While you enjoy elevated privacy you can also treat yourself to a soaker tub with double shower heads or settle down in a cozy reading nook to enjoy a good book! You'll also be walking distance to some amazing restaurants and super close to the best of San Diego, including downtown, the beach and the zoo! It's a perfect place to recharge after a long day of business or pleasure!

Trendy Studio, Natural Light - Heart of Downtown
Large studio with comfortable queen sized Murphy Bed, a love seat, private entrance and private bath. Located in Cortez Hill - walk to the nicest neighborhoods in downtown like Little Italy, Gaslamp, East Village, and the Embarcadero. There is no full kitchen, but there is a small refrigerator, small microwave, and a pot for heating water. This is an ideal space for solo travelers, couples, events at the Convention Center, Padres Games, great eateries, and the best of Downtown San Diego.

Family friendly Mini-Ranch in Elfin Forest
Newly updated studio flat nestled in the enchanted Elfin Forest of San Diego County, a short drive from Encinitas and Carlsbad beaches. This cozy flat offers easy access to miles of scenic trails perfect for hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy stunning views from every window in this large studio flat, featuring a kitchen, bathroom with stall shower, Amazon Fire TV, WiFi, and convenient parking. Step outside to see friendly farm animals—horses, goats, and chickens—adding to the rustic charm.

The Outside Inn at The Tipsy Goat Ranch
Nestled near Iron Mountain, a popular hiking destination, and less than 16 miles from San Diego's pristine beaches and local attractions, enjoy all SD has to offer in a one-of-kind farm-to-beach experience. Immerse yourself in a rarely seen side of San Diego you won't find anywhere else. Based on adventure, wrapped in luxury, a deep love for nature and the creatures it inhabits (mini goats, alpacas, babydoll sheep, lop bunnies, and chickens), it'll be a tranquil getaway you'll never forget.

Mid-Century Retreat Hillcrest, Parking, A/C
This 2nd floor retreat sits in a prime location of Hillcrest, a highly desirable area in San Diego. It is very bright, quiet, and private and sits directly behind our house(pictured) with no common walls. You are within walking distance to "The Heart of Hillcrest" where you will discover many fabulous restaurants, coffee and boutique shops, and so much more. We are a short Uber drive to downtown and everywhere else San Diego has to offer. We hope you stay with us soon!

La Casita - Fully Updated Casita in Mission Hills
This well designed, fully updated detached studio casita is located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in San Diego - Mission Hills. Surrounded by a serene garden courtyard with private entry and quiet patio. Close to great dining, grocery stores and shopping, and a mere 10 minutes or less to most of San Diego’s main attractions. If you are coming by car, there is plenty of free street parking - otherwise Ubers are plentiful and reasonably priced.

Private Garden Studio
Enter through a hidden garden filled with plants into a cute, clean, recently refurbished studio apartment. Although the house sits on a quiet street with abundant free street parking, it is within easy walking distance of craft breweries, cocktail bars, cafes, and some of San Diego's best restaurants, as well as Trolley Barn Park. We're also an easy shot to the zoo, Balboa Park museums, downtown, and the beaches.

Bright & Airy Craftsman, Free Parking, WasherDryer
This unit is in the heart of University Heights - a charming and walkable San Diego neighborhood filled with restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques. It is a mere 5 - 15 minute drive to the city’s finest attractions including the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, SeaWorld, the Gaslamp (downtown), the convention center, Mission Beach, Hillcrest, Coronado, and more.

Safe Hip Quiet GARDEN STUDIO / Northpark
Come to a quiet and stylish studio to relax. Check-in contactless and enjoy! Cozy, hip and private garden studio with private entrance, private full bathroom, and private deck. The Studio house is in a large garden adjoining a craftsman-style house in the historic Northpark/ Morley Field District. Minutes away from coffee shops, breweries, Zoo, Balboa Park.
Popular amenities for San Diego family-friendly rentals
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