Historic Church Retreat with Private Deck, 6BR, 20 Beds

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"Everything was very clean and ready for our large family group in the Historic Church and Bunk House. We had a great stay - there were 23 of us, (my kids, their spouses and my 16 grandkids ages 19 to ..."
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Hotel in San Diego, CA

30 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 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
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this hotel

Summary:

The SANCTUARY rental includes privacy and luxury. With 6 bedroom, 5 bathrooms, 19 beds, pool table, massive private deck with bbq sink, games and plentiful seating for large groups and events (upgrade). Your rental is called "The Sanctuary"; a historic church created in 1909 by renowned architect IRVING GILL.



In addition to your private spaces, our resort has an award-winning Beach Boardwalk event space. Upgrade/add rentals to host retreats, family reunions or any large groups.



The Space:

Your rental is called "The Sanctuary"; a historic church created in 1909 by renowned architect IRVING GILL. This is a 6BR listing includes huge private spaces and luxury. With 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 19 beds, pool table, massive private deck with bbq sink, games and plentiful seating for large groups and private events (upgrade).



PRIVATE SPACES (for your group only):



(1) The Sanctuary (historic church from 1909) includes 4 bedrooms with 12 beds and 3 bathrooms.



(2) Bunk Rooms includes 2 bedrooms, 8 beds and 2 bathrooms, living room and kitchenette



(3) Sanctuary Deck, suitable for huge groups, reunions, retreats. This space is all yours for the entire stay.



SHARED ACCESS (resort amenities within Good Life Resort): In addition to your private spaces, our resort has an award-winning Beach Boardwalk event space. Perfect for retreats, family reunions or any large groups.



(4) Access to our award-winning Beach Boardwalk lobby. The perfect place to enjoy fresh air, San Diego sun and good beach vibes. We have created an oasis in our resort for all guests to enjoy. If you want to host a private event, please inquiry as we are happy to host you for a small upgrade fee.



(5) Other event spaces at the resort are available for use. Want to host a bonfire?

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SUMMARY of private features included:

• Lodging Capacity: 19 beds can easily sleep up to 30 guests

• Private 6 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms

• Exclusive for your group, access to Historic Church with Living Room, Chef Kitchen, Pool Table

• 12' Memory foam mattresses

• Kitchen: 48" Viking Range, 2 Microwaves, 2 Ovens, 2 Coffee Machines (k-cup, regular pot), Fridge with Freezer, Dishes for 30 guests

• Two 75" Flatscreen TVs

• Private Outdoor Deck with BBQ Grill & Seating. Play games and team build with your group.



Amenities provided with the rental include:

• Complimentary coffee

• Complimentary welcome snacks

• Access to our Beach Boardwalk

• High Speed Wifi up to 1000 Mgb/sec

• 2 Gated Spots & Free Street Parking

• Family: Complimentary Pack-N-Play, Board Games



Guest Parking:

• 2 private gated parking spots

• Free street parking in front of the resort. ~ 20 spaces



Additional Options:



EVENT SPACES: Want to host an event? You found the right place! Upgrade your rental and host events for up to 250 guests.



UPGRADES: Early arrival, late checkout, events with outside guests and pet-friendly options available.



LEGAL HOTEL: We ask that you please upload your ID via our welcome software to unlock wifi, entry codes, and parking details. As a legal hotel, this is a California requirement.



FREE EVENT SPACES: Want to host an event? Send us a message and we can price you upgrade based on dates, length and guest count.



GOOD LIFE RESORTS is a family-owned business. Good Life Resort aims to provide a positive, creative and welcoming environment. We are dedicated to creating a space that fosters community, comfort, and safety. We look forward to welcoming your group! - Josh & Arlene, owners



Guest Access:

Arrival Instructions & Rental Access Codes will be sent on the day of arrival via Email. Additionally, you may find information regarding access codes, check-in, room upgrades and more via your 'Guest App'. Our team will send out instructions on how to view your 'Guest App' prior to arrival.



PRIVATE (for your group only) - all interior spaces, bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms shown are your exclusively. This is a HUGE space all for you.



SHARED ACCESS (resort amenities):

* Enjoy access to our award-winning Beach Boardwalk lobby. Fresh air and good beach vibes. An oasis for all resort guests to enjoy. (FREE access)

* Gym area included with punching bag, leg-up bar, workout gear, yoga mats. (FREE access)

* Street parking. (FREE access)

* Event spaces with bonfires, Ice Baths, Ping Pong, private events with outside guests (Fees Apply)



The Neighborhood:

Our resort is located 12 blocks east of Downtown San Diego, California. 3209 Market St. San Diego, CA 92102



Location Specifics:

• Commercial Neighborhood. You are staying within an acre-wide resort with no direct neighbors to ensure guest privacy.

• 2 Exits to Downtown, off highway 94

• 3 Exits to SAN International Airport, ~3 miles

• 2 blocks from Costco

• 7 blocks to Balboa Park, which includes San Diego ZOO, Balboa Golf Course, Museums, Botanical & Japanese Gardens and much more.



Beaches

• 10 minutes to Coronado Beach

• 15 Minutes to Mission Bay, Mission Beach, Ocean Beach, Imperial Beach

• 20 Minutes to Pacific Beach, Bird Rock, La Jolla Beach



Getting Around:

The Good Life Resort is located at 3209 Market St, San Diego, CA. This is very close to amazing world class attractions, including:

• Downtown, Convention Center, & Petco Park (5 minute drive): 1 freeway exit, 15 blocks. Uber $8+

• SAN Airport (12 minute drive): Uber $15+ or Taxi $30+

• Coronado (10 minute drive): Uber $13+

• Mission & Pacific Beach (20 minute drive): Uber 18+



Additional Attractions:

• Convention Center

• Padres Stadium

• Balboa Park

• San Diego Zoo & Aquarium

• Little Italy

• Seaport Village

• Hillcrest/North Park



Transportation:

• Uber/LYFT

• Bus, Limo, & Shuttle Transportation: Inquire for more information

• Rental Car: Can be purchased at SAN Airport

• Hourly Rental Car: Use ZIPCar to find the nearest rental location

• City Bus: May need to walk to bus stop locations

• Trolley: In certain areas of the city only. There is no trolley stop near our resort, but there is a stop near Petco Park. Take the trolley from downtown to SDSU, Mission Valley, Fashion Valley, & Old Town



Interaction with Guests:

We offer privacy to your group and customer service as needed. We have a large network of contractors and service professionals available during your stay for repairs and requests. . Although each rental and your patio/deck is private, there may be some contact with other guests staying at the resort. Similar to hotel, each rental has a private code unique to their listing.

Amenities at Historic Church Retreat with Private Deck, 6BR, 20 Beds

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(4 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2023
Everything was very clean and ready for our large family group in the Historic Church and Bunk House. We had a great stay - there were 23 of us, (my kids, their spouses and my 16 grandkids ages 19 to 6). Plenty of room to make meals in the huge kitchen and the 2 out door bbq areas and also to spread out while not out exploring San Diego. It was close to many places we wanted to go to so that was a plus. We had a few hiccups that were remedied very quickly. Josh and his team were great communicators and easy to get ahold of for any questions. Don't let the entrance of the alley scare you, once inside the gates it is a really great place to spend some time and very safe. I would recommend this place to others. Thanks Josh for having us. We made lots of great memories!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2023
Finding a place to stay for 20+ people isn't easy, but Josh and Good Life Resorts made it. The Sanctuary is an extremely cool and unique property. My group and I had a blast, and Josh and his accommodating team are to thank for that. I highly recommend this property for large groups such as a bachelor party, wanting to come to San Diego.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2023
Wonderful stay in every aspect. Highly recommend this house for any gathering.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2023
Very clean resort. Easy communication with the owner and manager. Great house for our group of 27 people with little kids.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Historic Church Retreat with Private Deck, 6BR, 20 Beds. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Historic Church Retreat with Private Deck, 6BR, 20 Beds pet friendly?

Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Historic Church Retreat with Private Deck, 6BR, 20 Beds?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.