BEATIFUL ZEN VILLA IN HILLCREST!! Gated AC HotTub Paring KingBed

Location, location, location! Walking distance to all of the bars and restaurants on University Ave in Hillcrest. So convenient! The hot tub is a nice way to unwind. The front yard is fenced and gated, and nicely landscaped. The parking spot in the back is also gated, so your car is safe. Because the house is dog-friendly, the gates and fences make it very safe for your pups to run around. The house is towards the end of the street, so it's quiet, and there is also a nice walking trail nearby. The bedroom and bathroom are a little tight for two people to move around in at the same time, and the interior shows a little age and wear and tear, but the house is nicely stocked. Overall, we had a very comfortable stay and would definitely stay here again!

It was truly Grand!

Host was very quick to respond and very friendly. Everything was clean and we had everything we needed.

This was our second stay there. The house is beautiful, quiet, and in an excellent location. Ricardo was responsive and able to answer all questions prior to our stay. We would not hesitate to stay there again.

We really enjoyed our stay here. The patio and hot tub were perfect. The house was fully stocked with everything you need. Loved the location and appreciated the secure parking. Will definitely be back.

The villa was everything we had hoped it would be: comfortable, well appointed, and convenient to shops and restaurants. We especially enjoyed the hot tub and the use of the bicycles.

We had a wonderful time at this property! The host, Ricardo was so helpful. Everything was exactly as described (and even better in person). The place was clean, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect—close to a lot of nice places in the Hillcrest area. Communication with Ricardo was smooth and easy. They were responsive, kind, and made check-in/check-out super convenient.We’d absolutely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a great [weekend getaway/family vacation/work trip/etc.]!

My wife and I, and our West Highland Terrier, spent a week here and really enjoyed it. It's small but had everything we needed and was well stocked (e.g., plenty of hangers, towels, coffee pods, etc.). It was also very clean. The bedroom is a little tight with the comfy king bed in there, and the bathroom is a bit tight if you are trying to get past someone at the sink to go to the closet (but there's another entry into the bathroom to mitigate this issue). Everything worked well (except a couple of burned out lightbulbs, and we didn't try the outside washer and dryer). The house is in a great close-in neighborhood. I presume property crime can be an issue in town, but the house was surrounded by a high fence with a locking gate and felt secure. Our car was within this fence, which is a bonus since street parking can be a challenge in Hillcrest. The driveway did in fact fit a large SUV, but getting in and out of the driveway from the alley often required a three-point turn. We loved the location as it was steps from trails into Balboa Park, and no more than a ten minute walk to most restaurants, shopping, and the farmers market on University. Access to freeways was also very convenient in this location, and the neighborhood was surprisingly quiet at night. We will definitely consider this property next time we come to San Diego.

Check-in was easy, the property was clean, comfortable, and a there was cute little courtyard to sit in the nice weather and listen to the birds. The neighborhood is walkable annd near great food spots. All in all an excellent experience and would book again.

The place is nice and has many of the necessary items if you plan to spend time with simple meals and relaxing on the front porch. With a short walk you can access multiple bus lines that traverse and connect much of the city. We rarely drove or spent money on ride share.

The pictures make this place look way better than it is. First off I had an issue getting into the property as the property manager Ricardo sent a list of rules without the lock box code. When I called him he was extremely rude, “don’t you read” “are you going to let me finish talking”. I’ve never been treated that way by a representative of a rental. When I finally got him to understand the code wasn’t on the pdf he sent me he gave me the code with an apology. Such a condescending man. The reason I chose this property was for the hot tub. When I open the lid I notice the water is about 8 inches low now even covering the top jets. I get into the house and it is very small and has the feel of a cheap motel with dirty walls and yellow lights. I would not recommend this place. I paid a lot for it for two night and didn’t deserve to be treated like I was nor was worth any of the money. I spent.

This home met all our expectations. It was within walking distance to the Zoo, Balboa Park and restaurants. Arrivederci, recommended by Ricardo was a favorite restaurant that became family and community.The home was comfortable for us in a very quiet neighborhood. There are even trails down the street to go the the Park and Zoo. Ricardo was receptive to any of our needs and met all our expectations. He made our stay easy and comfortable.

Everything is as listed, perfect for me and my wife. I had meetings all day and my wife wpuld be alone. She felt completely safe at all times. The private hut tub is absolutely spotless. Only feedback woud be to adjust the shower valve to allow for a hotter shower. Shower was just warm but sinks had very hot water. Overall very convenient to Everything but tucked away and very quite neighborhood. We loved it and will be back

Had a wonderful stay. The location is close enough to Balboa Park to walk, and some great restaurants nearby also in walking distance. I came to visit daughter and nephews. Had a nice BBQ. Lights on patio weren’t working. Messaged Ricardo and even though it was a holiday he had a repairman out to fix that day! Very responsive. Very clean and I was comfortable.

Loved this villa. It had everything we needed and the location was absolutely perfect. The only thing we'd say probably needed updating (for us) would be the mattress. Will definitely be revisiting on our next trip!

Zen Villa is a perfect private home with an ideal layout, wonderful kitchen, nice furniture, very comfortable bed, private patio and very nice hot tub. Having the parking spot inside the home's gate was both extremely convenient and secure. We very pleased with location due to the walkable proximity of Balboa Park and so many restaurants, coffee shops, bars, ice cream shops, grocery store, etc. In addition, we felt safe in the neighborhood, and enjoyed chatting with others we met on our walks Lastly, many thanks to our host, Ricardo, who provided detailed information, answered any questions quickly, and clearly wanted to ensure that we enjoyed our stay.

We went for a short trip with family and pets. The stay was really cozy and comfortable. The location was so convenient 5 min from zoo, 30 min from safari, 15 min from beaches and the downtown is just a few minutes of walk. Everything was clean and all amenities were functional. The host was quick to response to any queries. Overall a great stay and will definitely recommend.

Beautiful property in a great neighborhood. Host was extremely responsive to our needs. Would rent again from Host and encourage others to do the same.

The house is small but was well stocked with everything we needed. The house was clean and communications with the owner were great.

Exactly as described in the listing. Convenient location in a great neighborhood. Would stay here again!

My fiancé and I stayed here on Sept 12th -15th. The neighborhood is a real gem. The home is within walking distance to University Ave. where there is a wealth of restraunts, bars and cafes. Just walking through the neighborhood was a pleasant experience with perfect weather and beautifully manicured properties of many varied architectural styles. The home itself has its own private parking area for your car which we really appreciated. The outdoor courtyard is peaceful and the hot tub has a privacy screen making the outdoor area very enjoyable. I would definitely stay here again and Ricardo the host was very easy to communicate with. Kevin