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Private Family Friendly Casita/Guesthouse
Loved staying in this casita in the hills of Poway! Quiet, beautiful surroundings. Slept well and the home had everything we needed. Hosts were so friendly! Would stay here again.

The Flying Mermaid
Perfect for a solo traveler or couple looking to not spend much time in the house. Great location, clean, walkable, and had everything we needed. Would stay here again!

Gorgeous, Quiet, Clean Guest House, Near It All
Zach and Eva were absolutely amazing hosts! From the moment we arrived, everything felt warm, welcoming, and well-prepared. The house was spotless, beautifully designed, and had all the comforts of home — we genuinely didn’t feel like we were missing a thing. The location is peaceful and full of charm, with lush greenery and a relaxing pool area that made it feel like our own little paradise. Every detail, from the decor to the amenities, was thoughtfully curated to create a relaxing and cozy vibe. We truly loved our stay here and would absolutely come back again. Thank you, Zach and Eva, for being such wonderful hosts and for sharing your beautiful guesthouse with us!

Beach Rock Retreat - Private Encinitas Guesthouse
Tara’s house is beautiful, modern and clean. The private location was quiet, parking was easy and there was total privacy. We thought it was an excellent value for a two week stay while visiting our family in the area. We would definitely stay again if it is available for our next visit to Encinitas!

Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!
Loved our stay! Great casita on beautiful grounds.

"Inn Bloom" on Fire Mountain
The grounds were immaculate. Very roomy guest home. Well stocked with entertainment and kitchen/bath essentials. Would stay again.

Fletcher Hills - modern 1 BR.Easy, no step access.
This air bnb was the best place we could have stayed in San Diego. It had everything we needed and there were so many thoughtful touches. All I wanted was a Southern California beach vacation and Kristen had all of the gear we needed for that. We went to several beaches during our stay and it was about a 30 minute drive to every beach we went after waiting out morning rush hour traffic. Her backyard was my favorite part of our trip as we love watching sunrises and sunsets and it was so peaceful with great views. There is a lot of natural light in the air bnb as I didn’t understand initially there are solar tube lights throughout the unit which I thought were really cool. The air bnb is in a safe and quiet neighborhood and is a convenient location. The bed itself was very comfortable and we enjoyed being able to cook meals with a full kitchen and be able to do laundry. I would definitely will return when back in San Diego.

PRIVATE CASITA nestled in a great neighborhood
Quite and peaceful location. Easy drop down from her hilltop location to the freeway. Clean and cute place. Great communication. Enjoyed my stay!
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Relaxing Wine Country Escape with Stunning Views
This was truly a beautiful and peaceful retreat! I had an impeccable stay at Kristopher’s. The space was spotless, the kitchen was well stocked, and there were clear directions for everything. The bed was comfy, and the furnishings were lovely. Kristopher was extremely friendly, always responsive and very welcoming. Check in and out was seamless. Five stars all around. Couldn’t have been happier with my stay!

Detached, Private Cottage! Fenced, PET friendly!
We will definitely return and will recommend this sweet place to others. It was our anniversary and she had beautiful flowers in the room which are now on my kitchen table at home to make me happy all week! What a kind thoughtful thing to do!

La Jolla Oasis: Ocean, City and Fire Works Views
Atoosa was a great host, extremely responsive and helpful before and during our stay. Her apartment is gorgeous and had everything we needed. The views and balcony were great for evening drinks. 100% recommend for anyone looking to enjoy La Jolla

Cozy, Quiet and Private Backyard Studio Escape
I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Stephanie's place! The space was spotless and made me feel right at home. The location was fantastic and the check-in process was incredibly easy. Stephanie was an outstanding host, always quick to respond to any questions. I especially loved the rain shower! I highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone visiting San Diego and would definitely love to stay here again!

Moonrise Cottage at Buena Terra Lavender Farm
The photos don't do this rental justice. It is so beautiful and everything is decorated so nicely. The home is very clean and there are so many thoughtful details in the decor. She even had games, yoga mats, and robes for us to use. The main reason we came here was for the pool so we could spend Father's Day relaxing and swimming. The pool was amazing. Even without it being heated, it was the perfect temperature. We will definitely be back. Thanks Heidi!

Central studio w/ private outdoor space & parking
We stayed here for our Honeymoon Getaway, and I think this was just perfect for it! It had everything we needed as a young couple there to checkout the town. Nice fully stocked little kitchen perfect to prepare a few things in house, or have a refrigerator and microwave to save the leftovers after eating out. They even a few breakfast items and things stowed away in the pantry closet that we found very helpful. Everything was as described, and very comfortable and clean. We would stay again 🥰

La Mesa Suite
Wonderful place to stay with private space in a quiet and safe neighborhood. Lots of restaurants and places to visit close by.

Cozy ADU in San Diego’s suburban rural mix area.
Lennor’s home was calm, quiet, and cozy. Exactly what I was looking for when visiting San Diego. After a long day of being out at the beach, restaurants, and fun adventures, we looked forward to coming back to what felt like home. The space is clean and doesn’t smell like a hotel but rather a clean environment that creates many memories. Will be coming back in the future.
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The Happy Family * 2 playhouses near SDSU!
The guest house is AMAZING!! So super cute and family friendly. Loved and appreciated how easy the kids beds were to set up. The play houses were of course such a big hit with my kids (4 & 7yo), they literally didnt want to come inside! My husband and I loved lounging in the blue patio chairs while the kids played. So peaceful and relaxing! The beach towels and toys were awesome and we also appreciated little things like a step stool and some honest juice boxes in the fridge when we checked in! Couldn't recommend this place more and we look forward to another summer in San Diego to stay here again :)

- Cozy & Private Guesthouse - ADA Compliant
It is hard to imagine finding a better place to stay than Irina's home. Irina's place is excellent in every category. The most important category that we care about is that the home is very clean. This place is spotless. Irina is a fantastic host. Always asking if there is anything She could do to make our stay better. We were here for a job and enjoyed how comfortable we were in the house after a long day at work. This place is a winner!!

Guesthouse - prime location next to BEACH!
If you're looking for peace, relaxation and an escape from the stress of reality, this is the place. Peaceful, tranquil and serene. Walking distance to bike rentals, various coffee shops and restaurants. A staircase leading to the beach pretty much right outside your door and might I add glorious sunsets in the distance. I'd return!

❤ Cozy Private Studio w/ WD 2 Minutes from Freeway
Wonderful stay! Home away from home! had everything I needed for an extended stay. Will be back for sure!

Cardiff by the Sea Beach Bungalow
We had a peaceful and relaxing stay at Hugh’s place. The home was spotless, beautifully decorated as shown in the listing photos, and surrounded by an amazing garden. The bed was super comfortable, the location was quiet and close to everywhere we wanted to go in Encinitas. Hugh was a very welcoming host. We hope we’ll have the opportunity to stay there again and recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Thanks again for a fantastic stay!

Close to the city; closer to nature
This was my fourth stay at William & Holly’s place. I absolutely love staying here. The guesthouse is lovely and you feel right as home as soon as you walk in. The property is very nice to walk around and see and meet all of the animals that live there. William and Holly are such gracious hosts and very kind and lovely to chat with. This home is removed from the hustle and bustle of the city and is so nice a peaceful if you are little for something removed from traffic noises and the like.Highly recommend staying here.

Cozy Casita Close to Beach, Restaurants, Shops
Steve was very responsive and helpful during our stay. The place is in a beautiful neighborhood with amazing options for food. We loved it!

Private San Diego Guest House - Beautiful View
This place lived up to all the other great reviews. It was very peaceful, felt like home away from home, quiet, private, clean. Close to shops and the highway and a good location for San Diego visitors. Easy parking. Laundry available. Everything you need to feel comfortable. Denelle is great at communicating and providing clear details. I would stay here again!
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20 properties
Nightly prices starting at
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1.6K reviews
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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20 properties include access to wifi
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