Panoramic Ocean Views – Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece – Short Walk to Beach

San Diego, California
$379 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to The OB Overlook, a stunning modern retreat perched above the heart of Ocean Beach. This coastal escape blends sophisticated architecture, relaxed luxury, and sweeping 180° ocean views. On the second floor, you’ll find two beautifully appointed bedrooms, dedicated workspaces and a spa-like bathroom. Upstairs, the third-floor open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area open to a spectacular balcony — your front-row seat to breathtaking sunsets, surf, and a sparklingcoastline.

The space
The OB Overlook is a peaceful, design-forward coastal retreat tucked above the heart of Ocean Beach — with sweeping ocean views, warm modern architecture, and the kind of easy indoor-outdoor living that makes San Diego feel instantly restorative.

Set behind our primary residence with its own private entrance, garage, balconies, and wraparound ocean-view deck, this standalone home offers complete privacy while keeping you close to everything OB does best: the beach, Sunset Cliffs, Dog Beach, Newport Avenue, farmers market, surf shops, coffee, tacos, breweries, and golden-hour walks.

Originally designed by Ocean Beach architect Steven Lombardi, the home has been featured in San Diego Home/Garden Magazine and was part of the Dwell Home Tour — but it’s not precious or museum-like. It’s meant to be lived in: slow mornings with coffee on the deck, sandy feet after the beach, dinner on the grill, quiet work calls with the ocean in view, and sunset conversations that stretch a little longer than planned.

Upstairs, the open living, dining, and chef’s kitchen flow out to a wraparound deck with panoramic coastline views from OB toward Pacific Beach, La Jolla, and beyond. Oversized doors welcome in the ocean breeze, while radiant floor heating and a gas fireplace keep things cozy on cooler mornings and evenings.

On the bedroom level, you’ll find two serene bedrooms, each with its own private balcony and dedicated workspace. The west-facing bedroom offers ocean views from bed — a pretty dreamy place to wake up, read, journal, or simply do nothing for a while.

We’ve stocked the home with the things we’d want for our own stay: fast 500 Mbps Wi-Fi with Eero mesh, smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, beach towels and chairs, boogie boards, beach cruisers, a kids kayak, a surfboard, children’s books and toys, crib, pack ’n play, high chair, and a private hot/cold outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach.

This is a calm neighborhood retreat, best suited for families, couples, retirees, business travelers, creatives, and guests who appreciate architecture, ocean views, and quiet evenings. It is not a party house. Quiet hours are 9 pm to 6 am, and we care deeply about being good neighbors in the Ocean Beach community.

We live in the front house and are happy to share our favorite local recommendations — from where to grab the best breakfast burrito to the best sunset walk — while giving you plenty of privacy to enjoy the space as your own.

Whether you’re here for a family beach trip, a romantic weekend, a remote-work reset, or a longer San Diego stay, The OB Overlook is a relaxed, elevated home base for experiencing the best of coastal San Diego.

Guest access
Guests have private access to the entire standalone home, including:

Private side entrance through the garden walkway
Direct entry through the attached garage
Two bedrooms with private balconies
Full kitchen, dining, and living areas
Spa-style bathroom and laundry
Third-floor wraparound ocean-view deck
Private hot/cold outdoor shower
Beach gear and family-friendly amenities

Please note: the hot tub visible around the corner from the walkway belongs to the primary residence and is not available for guest use.

Other things to note
The home sits behind our primary residence, but it is fully private and self-contained. We’re nearby if you need anything, but you’ll have the space entirely to yourselves.

The home does NOT have air conditioning. It was designed for the Ocean Beach climate, with oversized doors and windows that bring in the coastal breeze. Oscillating fans are provided in both bedrooms.

This is a multi-level home with stairs required to access the bedrooms and living areas, so it may not be ideal for guests with mobility concerns.

The garage is available for guest use, though the angled driveway works best for one small or mid-size vehicle. Larger SUVs or vans may not fit comfortably. Free street parking is usually available nearby.

This is a quiet residential neighborhood, and we ask guests to be especially mindful outside on the deck after 9 pm.

License Numbers: STR-11668L, 644201

Registration Details
STR-11668L, 644201

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Living Plant Wall Local Artist Showcase Recycling Unit Size: 1290 Sq Ft (120 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Living Plant Wall
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Robert F.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2026

    Stayed Jun 27, 2026

    House is exactly what is states. Close to beach, 10 minute walk. Close to the freeway for quick travel. House was clean. Host were helpful. Overall good experience.

  • Natalie C.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2026

    Stayed Jun 23, 2026

    Wonderful property! We would love to stay here again

  • Larry T.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2026

    Stayed Jun 11, 2026

    Loved the view and the private garage.

  • leslie t.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2026

    Stayed Apr 5, 2026

    Excellent home. Great location near to beach and lots of coffee shops and casual restaurants. Parking was very easy. While house is walking distance from activities it is still far enough that you don’t have a lot of street noise or foot traffic. There is a wonderful patio overlooking the ocean. The owners were very easy to communicate with and they provide beach equipment which is very helpful. All around great stay.

  • Hannah H.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2026

    Stayed Mar 12, 2026

    Great stay! The hosts were both welcoming and flexible. The house had great accommodations for beach visits including chairs, cooler, and a wagon, and cooking in. It was about 15 minute walk to the beach. It had an amazing view! We would certainly stay again!

  • Meghan K.

    Submitted Feb 22, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    He had a wonderful stay at the OB overlook as a family of four. The house was very comfortable and clean and absolutely beautiful. It couldn’t have been more convenient in terms of location being a quick walk to town and the beach and an easy drive to all of the attractions we visited. Kristen and Tom respond quickly to all questions and were very helpful. We would definitely visit again and recommend to friends!

  • Peter K.

    Submitted Jan 31, 2026

    Stayed Jan 17, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay! Very clean property and tastefully decorated. Beautiful views from the wrap-around balcony, especially at sunset. Kristin & Tom, were excellent hosts throughout the stay. The conveniently provided folding chairs and umbrellas were an extra plus for us on our trips to the beach. Would love to stay here again - Highly recommend.

  • Andrew K.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Did not meet the hosts, but communications were warm, welcoming, and helpful.Their home was meticulous, comfortable and in a great location.. I would definitely stay there again!

  • Kayleigh B.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 5, 2025

    We had a fabulous stay here. The place was very clean, offered several amenities and had an amazing view. The location was great, we were able to walk or bike to breakfast and the beach. Tom and Kristin were phenomenal hosts and we can wait to stay again!

  • Richard C.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    Loved this place! The views are unreal, the bed is super comfy, and the shower's on-demand hot water was perfect. I had to get some work done, and the private workspace plus fast Wi-Fi made calls easy. Really quiet and peaceful, so even with work it felt like a mini gateway. Short stay but couldn't have asked for a better spot!

  • Hailey M.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    The OB Overlook is an exceptional rental that truly exceeded my expectations. It's beautifully decorated yet comfortable—I felt at home the moment I arrived. While the bedrooms may not have been the reason I visited, they were a peaceful place to unwind from my adventures.Cooking in the kitchen was made super easy with a solid selection of pots, pans, and utensils. My caffeine needs were also met with the super nice coffee maker.The highlight of this home is undoubtedly the stunning ocean views. The sunsets overlooking Ocean Beach and the water were so spectacular, they were every bit as good as going to Sunset Cliffs. In terms of location, you get a sense of peace and quiet being nestled in the neighborhood, yet it’s an easy 15-minute walk to the beach and Ocean Beach’s main street. With plenty of parking, I was able to explore not just the coast but also go on inland excursions without worry.The host provided great communication, making for a smooth arrival and a seamless stay. This home is excellent value for the area and would be perfect for groups or families. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend it.

  • Arlett T.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Fabulous month-long stay. Would absolutely stay here again. Gorgeous balcony for watching the sunset, beautifully decorated, comfy beds, has everything you need in the house! I stayed there with my adult daughter who also enjoyed it very much. The hosts were very responsive and full of great recommendations of local things to do, restaurants etc. Highly recommend!!

  • Jason K.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    We stayed at the OB Overlook for a few days just before school started. The property was lovely, very clean, and spacious enough for our family of 5. We enjoyed the balcony outdoor space and the beautiful view. The kitchen had all the utensils, pots, and pans needed to make a few meals. The beach is several blocks away, so we drove a few times, but also walked once and it only took about 15 minutes. We would definitely return to this beautiful home!

  • Robert K.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    The home is well represented by the listing. This is a great, clean property with respectful and honest owners. The location is perfect in Ocean Beach. It is in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood setting. There was plenty of room for our family of four along with the family we have in the area that visited. Everything including the bedding is new and comfortable. Tom and Kristin were the perfect amount of communication combined with leave you to yourself to enjoy your time. I think we were the first family to stay here after the hosts got back into listing again with VRBO. We are happy to have that honor... I'd gladly stay here again on any trip to the area. Thanks, Tom - we hope to see you again some day.

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