San Diego County · Hillcrest · Marston Hills

A sanctuary on one of San Diego's most special streets.

A two-bedroom 1930 craftsman cottage, restored with quiet luxury — long stays welcomed from five nights.

Sleeps 4 2 bedrooms · 2 beds 2 bathrooms 1,664 sq ft
Vetted by us.
Hand-selected and personally inspected — not one of thousands.
Direct with the hosts.
Jere and Michael respond personally, usually within the hour.
No surprises.
One price, no service fees, flexible cancellation up to 30 days out.

Slow afternoons, oak floors,
and a private garden.

A 1930 craftsman cottage — restored room by room with the finishes you'd choose for your own home. The kind of place you settle into for a month and don't want to leave.

No. 01
A light-filled lounge with a Samsung Frame TV and a Technivorm coffee bar — your slow mornings, sorted.
No. 02
Step in past sage shutters and a brick-lined entry — the kind of front door that makes you exhale.
No. 03
A rare 80 sq ft walk-in closet, oak floors, and quiet corners for reading and remote work.
A truly exceptional home — beautifully designed and very well appointed. The perfect spot to come home to after days exploring the city. Jere and Michael were a delight to communicate with and provided wonderful restaurant recommendations.
Heather·Bellevue, WA·Oct 2025

A few things to know before you book.

  1. 01 Five-night minimum. Long stays warmly encouraged — discounts apply automatically for stays of two months or longer.
  2. 02 The 80 sq ft walk-in closet is rare for a cottage this size — bring as much as you'd like.
  3. 03 A two-car garage is available when not in use by the hosts. Street parking is free and easy.
  4. 04 Dogs are welcome with a refundable deposit. Treats and a water bowl are waiting.
  5. 05 Self check-in from 3:00 pm; check-out by 11:00 am. Full refund up to 30 days before arrival.

In this home, you will find…

Forty-four amenities, every one chosen because the hosts use the same in their own kitchen down the street.

Amenities · ten of forty-four

Central AC + ceiling fans
Private garden & citrus patio
Samsung Frame TV · 55"
Technivorm coffee bar
In-unit washer & dryer
500 Mbps fiber Wi-Fi
Two-car garage available
Dedicated workspace
Self check-in · smart lock
Stocked premium toiletries

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Ensuite bath
Primary bedroom
King bed · 80 sq ft walk-in closet · garden-facing windows and blackout linen drapes.
Guest bedroom
Queen bed · soft cotton sheets and a reading nook.
Two full baths
Rain shower in the primary · jetted soaking tub in the guest bath.
Baby cot
Available on request.
— Jere & Michael

Jere & Michael will hand you the keys.

This home is managed directly by us — Jere and Michael — and we live around the corner. After eight years of restoring this cottage, we know which floorboards creak and which café down the block has the best cortado.

We host guests from around the world, usually for a month or longer. You'll find a printed neighborhood map on the kitchen counter and a starter pantry: olive oil, coffee, kosher salt. Anything you need, we're a text away — usually within the hour.

Jere & Michael Hosting on Cypress since 2018
4.97
Based on 37 verified guest reviews
"Our week on Cypress was everything we hoped for and more. From the moment we walked in, we were struck by the thoughtful design and quality furnishings — and Mike and Jere left a wonderfully stocked Peet's coffee bar and a beautiful welcome snack tray."
Holly Newport, RI · Apr 2025
"Absolutely loved my stay. The place was quiet, beautiful, and spacious, with a super convenient location. The host was friendly and very responsive, making the whole experience even better."
Chuiwen San Jose, CA · Dec 2025
"A truly exceptional home, wonderful responsive hosts and a peaceful, upscale location near Balboa Park. The perfect spot to come home to after days exploring the city."
Heather Bellevue, WA · Oct 2025
"The house has historic charm, while also being modern, with thoughtful and higher-end touches. Most rentals do not have this level of quality — each day we relaxed in the lovely backyard with coffee."
Candice Laguna Niguel, CA · Mar 2025

Tucked away, but a short
walk from everything.

Marston Hills is a quiet enclave bordering Balboa Park. The trail at the end of the block leads straight into 1,200 acres of gardens — and Hillcrest's coffee shops are five minutes the other direction.

A few favourites · 8 of many
Balboa Park
1,200 acres of museums, gardens, and the California Tower — a ten-minute stroll away.
Hillcrest
Diverse dining, vintage shops, and walkable nightlife along the urban core.
Coronado Beach
Pristine white sand and the legendary Hotel del Coronado, just over the bridge.
San Diego Zoo
Home to 4,000+ animals and the iconic Skyfari gondola through canyon canopy.
La Jolla Cove
Sea-lion colonies, hidden beaches, and bluff-top trails twenty-five minutes up the coast.
Little Italy
Saturday farmers market, third-wave coffee, and a year-round dining scene downtown.
Sunset Cliffs
Sandstone cliffs above the Pacific — the quintessential San Diego sunset spot.
Old Town
San Diego's historic heart — adobe courtyards, mariachis, and the original mission.
Walk

9 places nearby

Within fifteen minutes on foot.
  • Bird ParkNature
    4 minwalk
  • Balboa Park TrailsPark
    2 minwalk
  • Communal CoffeeCafé
    6 minwalk
  • Whole Foods HillcrestGroceries
    8 minwalk
  • StarbucksCoffee
    8 minwalk
  • Hillcrest VillageDining
    10 minwalk
  • Balboa Park · El PradoMuseums
    10 minwalk
  • Trader Joe'sGroceries
    8 minwalk
  • Sunday Farmer's MarketMarket
    5 minwalk
Close

7 places nearby

A quick drive — under fifteen minutes.
  • EV ChargingTransit
    3 mindrive
  • San Diego ZooIconic
    10 mindrive
  • Old TownHistoric
    9 mindrive
  • North ParkNeighborhood
    10 mindrive
  • Little ItalyDining
    12 mindrive
  • Gaslamp QuarterDowntown
    12 mindrive
  • Liberty Public MarketFood hall
    15 mindrive
Not far

6 places nearby

Worth a day trip — half an hour or less.
  • Sunset CliffsCoastline
    18 mindrive
  • Coronado BeachBeach
    20 mindrive
  • La Jolla CoveSea-lions
    25 mindrive
  • Torrey PinesHiking
    28 mindrive
  • Del MarCoastal
    30 mindrive
  • SAN AirportTransit
    31 mindrive

Good to know before you arrive.

House rules

  • Children welcomeages 1–12 years
  • Infants welcomeunder 12 months
  • Dogs welcomerefundable deposit
  • No smokinganywhere on property
  • No parties or events

Good to know

  • Self check-infrom 3:00 pm
  • Check-outby 11:00 am
  • Climate controlcentral AC + ceiling fans
  • 500 Mbps fiberlaptop-friendly
  • Google camera doorbellfront door only
  • Single-level homeno stairs

Cancellation

  • Full refundup to 30 days out
  • No refundwithin 30 days
  • 5-night minimumstay required