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With perfect weather nearly all year round, an eclectic and exciting border culture, plus sunny, white sand beaches, San Diego is the place that folks in the Midwest, shoveling snow in the dead of winter, dream of. From downtown’s fun, trendy vibes to bohemian beachside neighborhoods, there are plenty of boutique vacation rentals in San Diego.
While the home rental market is booming, some travelers shy away from renting so as not to sacrifice the luxury hotel experience. However, as the properties below prove, you don’t have to sacrifice the five-star treatment with a vacation rental. Utilizing AllTheRoom’s market-leading data insights, we’ve found the best places to stay in San Diego.
The Alpine Castle
An alpine castle may not exactly sound typical of San Diego, but this home has created its own unique design to stand out from other rentals. Inside most rooms, there are heavy wood features and stone walls that match the exterior. Located slightly inland, visitors can take advantage of Balboa Park, home of the famous San Diego Zoo.
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Historic Manor Downtown
This historic and beautiful mansion in Balboa Park is one of the most ornate places someone can stay in the entire city. The grand piano, stained glass windows, and wood staircase give the home old school sophistication. Outside, the yard and big porches often play host to weddings.
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Seaside Bliss
Tastefully modern, we love this home’s ability to flawless shift from indoor to outdoor living space. The backyard uses very little concrete, and instead opts for wonderful landscape design with a lot of grass and palm trees surrounding the yard’s beautiful hot tub. On the roof, the outdoor kitchen area makes sunset grilling a must.
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Sunshine and Palm Trees
While the name may be the norm for all of San Diego, this accommodation is unique because of its comfortable atmosphere. Recently remodeled, the townhome has taken on a boutique feel. Located in Mission Hills, the property is only minutes away from many of San Diego’s best sites like SeaWorld, Downtown, Coronado Island and Hotel del Coronado, and shopping at Mission Valley.
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Custom Ocean Front Home
Resting atop a small cliff over the sea, this home, known as “Sunset Pointe”, besides having panoramic views, is only a two-minute walk to Pacific Beach. Some of the chic features here include a glass sunning deck, a fireplace in the master bedroom, and a hot tub with ocean views.
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Bayfront Pacific Beach Home
While this place is undeniably luxurious, having a good time takes priority. This is best seen by all the activities the owners have set up around the house. There is a ping-pong table on the veranda, cornhole on the lawn, and kayaks and boogie boards waiting to be taken out on the water. The full bar and fire pit help out with the fun at night.
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Downtown Urban Treehouse
The only spot located in Downtown San Diego to make the list, this sharp loft has access to all of the area’s best activities. The bars of the Gaslamp District, restaurants in Little Italy, and Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, are all within walking distance. While it’s not one of the beaches we have mentioned, the home does have a rooftop view of the San Diego Bay.
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Sunset Cliffs Beachfront
Continuing the streak of breathtaking seaside homes, this one makes the list because right off the house are stairs to the small, but nearly private, Bermuda Beach. Due to the house’s positioning on the cliff side and the way the winds move, guests sitting on the back patio will often have views of great, surfable waves.
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Panoramic Pacific Ocean View
The location of this beachside home is unbeatable. Just steps away from Pacific Beach, guests can experience the lively beach culture that surrounds the area everyday. However, visitors don’t need to even walk to the beach to fully appreciate the location. Above the living quarters is a roof top deck with a firepit that has prime views of the waves.
The best vacation rentals for the lowest price