Serenity by the sea is the quintessential beach house , floor to ceiling windows, mermaid theme and…read moreall the beach gear you could need. The house is fully stocked like a home away from home and perfect for a family with plenty of space. Nancy was a perfect host , very attentive and made sure our trip was wonderful . Must stay if not just for the sunsets from the patio !

My family and I just finished up a long and relaxing weekend at Serenity by the Sea. This was a…read morewonderful experience . Nancy's home is so welcoming from the minute you walk in. The Kitchen is very well equipped and " Fancy " . All the bedrooms were very cozy . The bathrooms especially the master WOW the tile work. The patio furniture was very comfortable and did we hit the jackpot with the weather. We never left the patio the 1st night ( we cancelled dinner reservations at sea 180 ) . The sunset was mesmerizing night after night. No need to run the air conditioning with the windows open the temp drops in the evening time we slept so well. We have rented 3 bedroom in Mission Beach and Imperial Beach in the past. Serenity by the Sea is a game changer. Thank you Nancy !!!

We will never again pay this much for such a shabby, dilapidated studio. But, we will never again…read morepay this little for such an incredible, ocean view. Read between the lines on all the reviews before renting this or you will be very disappointed. The interior conditions are so substandard that this should not be considered a Superhost. I don't even think "Tricia" is a real person, unless she is just an employee of the property management company called SanDiegoVacation.com (their Internet reviews really suck) It's disrespectful and shameful that slumlords operate like this. I would include pictures for a few examples but she is blocking uploaded pictures (wonder why? Lol) Nobody on vacation expects or wants a rundown flop house to wake up to or come home to after a long day out sightseeing. It's not the housekeepers fault, they cleaned everything well, but the whole place is unkept and worn out. Of course, the trade off here is that ocean view from the back balcony and the sound of the waves. If this place ever gets rehabilitated, the rate will easily double. Enjoy the cheap view while you still can but be prepared for the worn out conditions. Almost everything is falling apart, corrosion all over, paint chipping, holes in wall, electrical panal in bedroom is exposed and rusty. Bathroom towels are very old and and disgusting. Nobody puts out something so bad for guests. Be warned, you've never stayed in such a dump. You would immediately check out If this was a regular hotel room but with her "no refunds" policy, the are stuck! This review is only for Unit 916A. This company has many other rentals in the area.

Beautiful location easy checkin Great place and look…read moreforward to more holidays at this location As a local I recommend this rental Decor is not lavish but appropriate for the beach location

We recently spent 3 days / 2 nights in one of the resort's bayfront cottages (there are only six of…read morethese available). The cottage can accommodate up to six guests, but our stay was just for me, my wife, and our wheaten terrier. This review reflects our experience specifically as cottage guests, since those staying in RV spaces may have a very different experience. It was also our first visit to this RV resort, and we did not participate in many of the on-site activities. That said, we truly enjoyed our stay. The resort was very clean, the staff was welcoming and engaging with guests, and we appreciated how dog-friendly the property is. The location is also excellent -- conveniently close to the I-5 freeway, nearby walking and bicycling trails, downtown Chula Vista, and the newly built Gaylord Resort property less than half a mile to the south. While amenities such as the pickleball courts, swimming pool, hot tubs, and putting green looked inviting, we did not personally use them during this visit. We ate dinner at the on-site café both evenings, and every dish we ordered was reasonably priced, generously portioned, and served fresh and hot. The staff was friendly and attentive throughout. We tried the Baja Burger, Fish & Chips, Steak & Frites, Cheesesteak, crinkle-cut fries, pretzel buns, and churros -- all were delicious, and we would happily order them again without hesitation. Our bayside cottage was clean, well maintained, and offered beautiful views of the wildlife preserve between the resort and San Diego Bay. The two-bedroom layout provided more than enough space for us and our medium-sized dog. We especially enjoyed the fire pit, along with the covered first-level patio and uncovered second-level patio facing the bay. Although we didn't use the barbecue grill, it was spotless and clearly ready for guests to use for grilling steaks, burgers, hot dogs, or anything else they wished. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would absolutely consider returning for another local staycation.

We were really disappointed with our recent stay. This was our second visit, but both nights we…read morewere kept awake by a cottage across from us that had DJ/karaoke equipment, large speakers OUTSIDE and hosted a loud party that went until around 12:00 am. Legitimately the absolute WORST singers we have ever heard. Think screeching drunk idiots yelling into a microphone while you are trying to enjoy your fire pit and relax. The most frustrating part was that we called staff and were told that since quiet hours didn't start until 11:00 p.m., nothing could be done regardless of how loud it was. The party also appeared to include excessive underage drinking, which was concerning at a family resort. We came here expecting a fun, relaxing family vacation, not two nights of disrupted sleep. It's unfortunate because we enjoyed our first stay, but this experience definitely makes us think twice about returning.

We absolutely loved our stay! We were a group of six friends, and this house was perfect for us…read more The layout was fantastic, with plenty of room for everyone, comfortable beds, and bathrooms--so we never felt crowded. The kitchen was incredibly well equipped, and we really appreciated all the thoughtful amenities throughout the house. They supply games and beach accessories which was such a nice touch and made enjoying San Diego even easier. The location was fantastic and made it so convenient to get around and enjoy everything we wanted to do. The only thing to be aware of is that the house is close to the freeway, so there is some traffic noise. Honestly, though, the wonderful layout, great location, comfortable space, and all the extras more than made up for it. We had such a fun, relaxing stay and would definitely come back. It truly felt like a great home base for our time in San Diego, and we would happily recommend it to friends! TF The living room is large and well appointed with enough sofas and chairs to comfortably seat six or more people so it makes for a wonderful spot to socialize. The sunroom in the front of my house was a lovely place to sleep--it didn't get too sunny (although who doesn't want to enjoy the San Diego sun??), the beds were comfortable, and we had our own A/C and *two* fans (which was great as I run hot!)! LW The house felt like a home for the duration of our stay. Rooms are very spacious with all kinds of "special" touches. The kitchen accommodates a full house with upscale appliances & beautiful decor. The hot tub is brand new & so comfy & enjoyable. This house is like a home away from home. If you are looking for a wonderful place to spend your vacation, you found the right place. MF

Rich and his team have managed our vacation rentals for over 7 years and we've always been happy…read moreand satisfied. My wife and I self-managed bookings when we got started, but after Cardo took over our net income increased, even after paying their fees. Rich has also been particularly helpful in solving some serious problems. We had a maintenance issue while a guest was staying during the height of the pandemic and we were out of town traveling. Rich stuck with it and saw it through to it's full resolution. Highly recommended!

Great place if you have pets - amazing location that is 100% pet friendly! Our 11-month old pups…read moreloved indoor and outdoor space

We were so happy to stay at Blue Heron Cottages January and February of 2025 (our fourth or fifth…read moretime--we've lost count)! As always, we had a wonderful time traveling with our two pups. Austen and Dani were so accommodating and welcoming, and took care of all of our needs quickly and completely. Denise, the owner, is so quick to respond to any email communication, and so very helpful. Ocean Beach, fondly known as "OB" offers so much, from Sunset Cliffs, shopping, easy walking, and such beauty. We love finding dinner at the Wednesday evening Farmers' Market, walking two blocks to the ocean from our cottage, and shopping downtown on Newport Avenue. It's great, not to mention unusual, to have a safe and secure parking spot off street, but BHC offers just that. And 20-30 minutes away by car: San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Coronado Island, Torrey Pines, Shelter Island, Little Italy, Gaslamp District, and more. We have already booked for next year!

The stay Went really well--the communication went well, the bed, and Bathrooms were well…read morecleaned--and the Atmosphere was well curated. Thank you!

It was a very nice stay. Was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. Carlos was great with…read morecommunication as well. Would highly recommend!

Rejuvenating oasis with all the amenities at a great price! Been traveling all over the country and…read moreI have stayed in many different hotels and apartments, so I have a decent amount of places to compare to this fantastic studio. I was impressed with all the little extras like organic soap (made locally), luxurious shower with two different heads, reverse osmosis drinking water, free wi-fi and cable. It was also nice to get to do my laundry there (another freebie) while sitting in the hammock under an amazingly fragrant trumpet tree. It felt good to know that the owner of this property cares enough about the environment to install solar panels on this property. When was the last time you noticed solar panels on the local Marriott? The location to this place was so conveniently located to Balboa Park as well as South and North Park my girlfriend and I usually just rode our bikes. I can't wait for my return trip to San Diego because I will be definitely staying at the Eco Studio again. Thank you to the extremely hospitable Sean for making our San Diego stay so memorable!

From the owner: Solar panels Grey water…read moreCulligan drinking water Walk to balboa park

Booked this place for a family reunion of 25 in early May 2018. We reserved all 3 villas, plus the…read morecabana. PROS - Nice scenic views - Hospitable management - Great location - Cabana was an ideal area to congregate for our larger group - Wi-Fi - Secure location (Guard at entrance) - Pool (Pool guy comes and cleans it on request) CONS - Older furniture/decor - Taxi's/Uber drivers weren't familiar with how to get there - Hailing an Uber took 20+ minutes, where multiple Uber's would cancel on us because of our location - Grocery store / Restaurants are a fairly long walk to get to (20-30 minutes) - Spa wasn't functioning (Would drain completely when jets turned on) - Wi-Fi didn't reach the villas Shawn (manager) was great with communication and assisted us with all our needs. He did apologize for the spa and wi-fi. To his credit, we did not let him know about the wi-fi until after we left the place. He also mentioned he would work on the transportation issue we informed him about. All in all, it was we had a great experience and we would definitely book again!

I stayed here with two young families and had such a wonderful time. The house is literally right…read moreon the beach and a short stroll to the store and local bars etc. The inside is really cozy and designed to high standard....it has an awesome beachy feel and the owners went out of their way to make sure we felt like it was our home. They live close by so are available for any questions and can greet you personally...its just great to have an endless supply of towels and they have a stash of boogie boards/umbrella's etc. for the beach which were very handy! Great place for a family get together..looking forward to our next visit already.

We had a great time in this perfectly located home; plenty of space for us 6 women to spread our…read morestuff all over. Very comfy sleeping and living areas, with a killer view of beach and ocean; great people-watching ops, too. Every detail was provided, from body lotions to hair dryers to beach toys, tons of board games, books, you name it. Recently painted and clean, it was the perfect space for my South Dakota relatives to experience 3 days of beautiful beach vibe.