Fun in the Sun Penthouse! Perfect Panoramic Ocean Views on the Famous Mission
4.7
Outstanding(101 Reviews)House in Mission Beach, CA
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
The perfect panoramic ocean view from a spacious, fully remodeled ocean front home in South Mission Beach.
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Whether it is relaxing to the sound of rolling waves and watching the sunset into the Pacific or pursuing the active beach lifestyle of volleyball, surfing, and biking on the boardwalk, this home will not disappoint.
The balcony is the ideal spot for people watching while grilling lunch and relaxing with cold drinks. New flooring and an updated kitchen definitely upgrades the pleasure and comfort of staying in the home. Excellent for large families looking to build cherished beach vacation memories.
Sleeps 8 in beds, with a maximum of 8. Has a two car garage.
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Whether it is relaxing to the sound of rolling waves and watching the sunset into the Pacific or pursuing the active beach lifestyle of volleyball, surfing, and biking on the boardwalk, this home will not disappoint.
The balcony is the ideal spot for people watching while grilling lunch and relaxing with cold drinks. New flooring and an updated kitchen definitely upgrades the pleasure and comfort of staying in the home. Excellent for large families looking to build cherished beach vacation memories.
Sleeps 8 in beds, with a maximum of 8. Has a two car garage.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Mission Beach, CA
Reviews
4.7
Outstanding(101 Reviews)4.7
Our week at this property was amazing. The location was totally perfect - directly on the beach exactly where the girls' surfing lessons were based through Pacific Surf School via Duchess Ride out of Colorado. The kids could run back to use the bathroom! If you like volleyball this is also a great spot with 20+ courts right in front of you.
The spot is 5min walk from coffee/Blue Palm restaurant and a market and a 8-10min walk from the Bellmont Park area via a lovely stroll along the beach bike path.
The apartment is aligned such that the sun rises in the back so it is not so bright first thing and then sets directly in front giving the apartment's top floor deck and living space prime viewing. This apartment also faces the broader beach probably better than the other side of this apartment complex.
The kitchen had everything we needed. We also appreciated all the paper products, kitchen and laundry soaps, and the closet did include a few beach towels though the description said they were not included. There was also hand soap, bath soap and shampoo but no conditioner.
Super easy to get in and out with the door code.
The parking spot was convenient but would be tight for two cars. Great for one small car (due to the very narrow entry) and storage.
The only things I would have loved to have at the site were cruiser bikes and boggie boards. Apartments that other friends rented included those items.
Overall it was wonderful and we would stay there again.
4.7
The location was great. The view was great and we enjoyed all of the activity going on in front of us.
4.7
We loved our stay! The location was great! Right on the beach, volleyball courts and basketball courts nearby. Quieter environment which we loved. Maurice was great at responding to any questions or concerns we had. Will stay again!
4.7
Our stay at Fun in the Sun Penthouse was awesome! The location and view cannot be beat. The property manager was very responsive and replied to emails almost immediately. The house was clean, and had everything we needed to prepare meals. The only suggestion I would give would be to have a few beach chairs for use. We flew in from Seattle, so we couldn't bring anything like that with us. Other than that, it was perfect!
4.7
Maurice is easy to communicate with and responds quickly. The location is amazing. The only downside is the cleanliness.
4.7
The property is clean and in a very good location. Everything was great and we had a great time.Thanks Maurice.
4.7
Overall the property was ideal for our family Spring Break. The location just steps from the beach and Belmont Amusement park was ideal for running back and forth with small kids and a dog. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had the basic necessities. However upon arrival there was a strong chemical smell that lingered throughout our stay from a mop stored in the closet and the living room furniture and chair cushions need to be replaced due to stains wearing. Prior to booking I read that cleanliness was a concern and I would concur. I expect higher quality for the per night price.
4.7
This property was amazing. Very Clean. This was a great place for our family. Area was quiet. My grandchildren loved being right on the beach. The beach was not crowded.
4.7
Perfect location. Quiet with a perfect view. Nice getaway with my partner for Valentines week. Nice to be back in San Diego. South Mission Beach has all the vacation vibes.
4.7
Enjoyed our stay.....awesome location and view.
Garage = Very tight to get a large vehicle inside; however, our Yukon XL fit with 2" to spare on each side of the garage door opening. Challenging, but possible!
Bedrooms = There are not two twin beds in Bedroom #2. It has a twin bed and a pull out trundle bed (this room sleeps 2, not 4)
4.7
Ideally located. Family had a blast.
4.7
Location was amazing! Super comfortable beds and plenty of room for the 5 of us. Somethings need an upgrade but you can't beat the location and the views!! Spectacular sunsets as well!
4.7
The penthouse villa was nice, except for the over all maintenance regarding cleanliness. Beautiful location on the beach very enjoyable watching the volleyball players and listening to the waves crashing.
4.7
SD Beach King was great! Very responsive (came over same day to fix some issues) and went beyond in customer service! Thank you for a great week for our family vacation!!!
4.7
The property is in a gorgeous location. The views are incredible. The house does have the essentials and a nice kitchen and living space. The main observation we had was the cleanliness of condo. The couch was definitely worn down, the patio furniture was tattered with cushions missing, and the floor was gritty with dirt/sand. We did have a great time during our stay! For the price you cannot beat the location and views. Overall would still recommend as a nice place to stay at the beach.
4.7
This property is on a great part of Mission Beach. Close to restaurants, Sea World, surf lessons, kayaking, and volleyball. Plenty of space for our family of 5...great views and comfortable beds. For the most part, it was clean, but there were a few areas that needed a good wipe down (windows, windowsills, sliding glass door, baseboards, cupboards, and underneath the couches. The BBQ looked like it hadn't been clean for years). Unfortunately, a window was left open in one of the bedrooms when the tropical storm came through in Aug. 2023, so the shutters and bed were wet and muddy. I immediately had to do several loads of laundry right when we arrived. We missed our first night there because of the hurricane and the owner was unwilling to offer a discount or free night (which, I can understand to a point. I am a VRBO owner as well and would personally have refunded the client if it were up to me, especially in this situation). We would rent this place again because the rest of my family loved it, and we enjoy the location. The property management company did personally call me when I let them know about the open window and muddy items, so that was nice.
4.7
Well equipped had everything we needed. Location was perfect and views couldn’t be better
4.7
This is an unbeatable spot. Maurice is very prompt and happy to answer questions. At one point the dryer was venting into the house (heating the house) and he sent a service person immediately to remedy the situation. I agree with the other reviewers regarding the tired cookware-- it could stand to be replaced. Also other reviewers mention the dirty sofa-- there were all kinds of "goodies" in it and under it, but I'll say after a long day at the beach we all crashed on it as it is very comfortable. Agree about chairs being an issue for dining...but we enjoyed the bar chairs and mostly at on the patio. Can figure out the stove display with some effort. Bathrooms are well-appointed, no issues there. Overall, we had a great stay and loved our access. If you are worried about getting a vehicle into the garage, the lot isn't far away. There are boogie boards and beach toys in the garage, so don't buy them. We donated some beach equipment and skewers for marshmallow roasting. Also, the Nissan Kicks we rented fit into the garage much easier than the Toyota sedan our friends rented. Can't stress enough how easy it was to stroll from here to Belmont Park, etc. Thanks for having us, Maurice.
4.7
Great condo right on the beach with amazing views! There was plenty of space for our family of 6. Spacious kitchen with all you need to make meals. Comfortable beds. Nice deck. We had a good breeze all week with the doors and windows open. You could see the fireworks from Sea World in the back bedroom window. Gets noisy in the mornings from volleyball players but the beach and neighborhood is quieter than busy Belmont Park area. Garage parking is very tight if you have an SUV but that’s not uncommon. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and wished we could have stayed longer.
4.7
We had a great stay, the location was perfect!! I would recommend a deep clean in the kitchen and the sectional in the living room. I would also recommend a new dining table and chairs. The chairs and table were not compatible meaning you were sitting so low that it was very hard to enjoy your meal. The stove/oven definitely needs to be replaced. You couldn’t tell if the temperature of the oven and I wasn’t sure if I turned it off after. The sink and the shower in the master drained very slowly.
4.7
Look no further as this place is in the perfect location In Mission Beach ! You can literally walk to everything and the view from the condo is spectacular. Not only do you have an amazing beach right in front right by the volley balls courts so it’s fun to watch but you can walk one block to the bay to a beach that would be excellent if you had small kids because they could safely swim and play . We walked along the bay every morning We enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to return to Mission Beach . The condo has everything you need and the master bath has a huge tub perfect for two ! The management was quick to respond if we needed anything. We had a teenager and she loved walking to Belmont park . Excellent restaurants walking distance . Close drive to all the fun spots like the zoo .
4.7
Clean place, comfortable beds, stocked and right on the boardwalk. Hope to return again!
4.7
Can’t beat the location.
Cleanliness was an issue. With toddlers, a few things ended up under the couch. Found old food, toys and colonies of dust bunnies. Probably something to add to the cleaning checklist on a regular basis.
4.7
We enjoyed the view from the penthouse, walked over to the Plunge a few times and
Rode the roller coaster a few times. Passed the cornbread dogs because we cooked our meals at the penthouse. Beware of stairs if you tend to travel with plenty of luggage and food! Or if you need assistance with walking. Other than a few things already reported to the host, the vaca was great!
4.7
This was a perfect spot for our family — four adults and two young children. We liked the relaxed vibe of Mission Beach and having a boardwalk just outside the condo was a fun way to start the day. The view is spectacular and the condo is well stock and in good condition. The photos were accurate We would definitely come back and stay again.
4.7
great location, easy check in/out. great view with parking. just know that south mission has plane traffic but aside from that which is not unit specific this place has everything you need for a quality stay. suited our needs perfectly.
4.7
We stay was too short in this gorgeous house.
Besides the hard to access garage everything was perfect. Luckily there was off the road parking. It’s a gem.
4.7
Easy check in and communication. great location
4.7
Our family had a wonderful time at this property over spring break. It was exactly as expected based on the listing. Are a huge differentiator from past VRBO properties I’ve stayed at was the communication with the property manager, Maurice. He was phenomenal. Extremely quick to respond to any questions and always very helpful! Hope to go back again someday.
4.7
Great property right on beach, across from volleyball and basketball. Our entire family (including 3 kids age 6-11) had a blast. Thanks.
4.7
Nice location! Very attentive property manager. Parking a bit tricky
4.7
Thoroughly enjoyed our weekend family girls trip!!
4.7
Great location with access to the beach, and walkway. Nice view, enjoyed watching kite surfers.Right by volleyball nets and basketball court. Walked about a mile to shops and restaurants and Belmont Park. This would be especially fun with young kids.
Comfortable beds and nice showers and great room area with ocean view. The only area of concern would be the random kitchen organization, and not all the pots and dishes were clean. The coffee pot did not work and we called and they brought a new one very soon.
4.7
Fantastic condo with an excellent location. We loved watching the volleyball players and the surfers all day long. It is right on the beach with the boardwalk right there. It's a beatuiful easy walk down the boardwalk to the restuarants, entertainment and shops. The condo was appointed with all the basic needs which was super helpful! We enjoyed our stay here and hope to be back!
4.7
The location was great, we loved the basketball court & vollyball courts right outside! Beautiful beach- nice & quiet but walkable to the action. Beds were comfortable and they had everything we needed. Garage is a very narrow opening but plenty of room inside; we got our minivan in and out. Would love to visit again!
4.7
We came for a work retreat and loved every minute of our time here. The location is perfect, with a beautiful view of the beach and sunsets. It is in a safe and lovely neighborhood. The photos were very accurate in showing the lovely updates of the rental unit. We had some problems with the dishwasher not working, but otherwise had no problems at all. We all hated leaving and would definitely come again.
4.7
The place was awesome. They allowed a little dog to stay which is great. Wonderful ocean view with short walk to the beach and near boardwalk activities yet far enough away to be peaceful. Volleyball players out early in the morning it was fun to watch. Maurice was awesome. Every time I emailed him he responded quickly. The beds were comfortable. Good water pressure. Fully stocked with linens pots and pans etc. Ralphs nearby did grocery delivery day we arrived which was handy. We had a blast and hope to stay again one day.
4.7
This Mission Beach property was perfect for our family of 7. We stayed first week of August and really enjoyed our stay. We received easy check-in/check-out instructions from management. The property (3rd floor penthouse) has great views of the beach and easy access to the water, Belmont Park and many eateries within walking distance (or a bike ride). We look forward to staying here again.
4.7
The location is great. Unfortunately, the logistics were terrible. First of all, the garage does not fit big vehicles- we couldn’t fit our family mini van (after many drivers attempted and we measured both sides or garage) and had to park in a parking lot a ways away. We would have let this go, except we had to circle over an hour to get parking on a Saturday.
The house needs a deep clean. There were chocolate cookies in the couch, and we hadn’t made any during our stay. The place also doesn’t have air conditioning.
We asked the owner for some compensation/small refund for the inconvenience, but it was refused.
4.7
Great location, bad experience
The location is great. Unfortunately, the logistics were terrible. First of all, the garage does not fit big vehicles- we couldn’t fit our family mini van (after many drivers attempted and we measured both sides or garage) and had to park in a parking lot a ways away. We would have let this go, except we had to circle over an hour to get parking on a Saturday.
The house needs a deep clean. There were chocolate cookies in the couch, and we hadn’t made any during our stay. The place also doesn’t have air conditioning.
We asked the owner for some compensation/small refund for the inconvenience, but it was refused.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Mission Beach?
The average price for a rental in Mission Beach is £343 per night. This rental is £204 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fun in the Sun Penthouse! Perfect Panoramic Ocean Views on the Famous Mission. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Fun in the Sun Penthouse! Perfect Panoramic Ocean Views on the Famous Mission pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Fun in the Sun Penthouse! Perfect Panoramic Ocean Views on the Famous Mission?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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