Apartment in San Diego, CA
Reasons to book
About this apartment rental
Discover Casita Violeta, a thoughtfully designed 1 bedroom garden casita in San Diego's Golden Hill. Inspired by local art, San Diego history, and the spirit of community, this private retreat invites you to experience the city like a local. Enjoy a private entrance, peaceful patio with a fire pit, and curated touches throughout, all just minutes from Balboa Park, Downtown, Petco Park, Coronado, and the San Diego Zoo.
The Space:
This casita tucked within Casa Pasión, a peaceful four-unit property in Golden Hill. Enjoy a private entrance, reserved parking, and your own patio complete with a propane fire pit and views toward the downtown skyline.
Inside, you'll find everything you need to settle in comfortably, including a fully equipped kitchen, queen bedroom, dedicated workspace, Smart TV with Netflix, record player, retro game console, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Thoughtful extras like a rotating local coffee selection, books, board games, and cozy touches make it easy to relax whether you're here for a weekend getaway or a longer stay.
Located just 10–15 minutes from Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, Downtown, Petco Park, Coronado, and many of San Diego's most beloved neighborhoods, Casita Violeta makes a wonderful home base for exploring the city.
Pets are welcome, too—just let us know before your arrival or include them in your reservation.
Guest Access:
Enjoy the privacy of your own 1-bedroom casita with a private entrance, private patio, and reserved parking. While the casita shares one wall with a neighboring home, your indoor and outdoor spaces are exclusively yours to enjoy.
During your stay, you'll also have access to:
• An additional shared visitor's parking when available
• A shared washer & dryer with complimentary laundry supplies in the common area
• Planter boxes with seasonal flowers and herbs
• A seasonal fruit & vegetable basket from the front garden, when available
• Trash, recycling, and compost stations
The Neighborhood:
Golden Hill is one of San Diego’s oldest and most walkable neighborhoods—known for its eclectic mix of homes, cafes, and community charm. Enjoy nearby parks, local eats, and easy access to surrounding neighborhoods.
🚶♀️ WALKABLE FAVORITES
-Coffee: Dark Horse, The Coffee Drop, Starbucks, Intazza, Influx Cafe, Harland, Pop Pie.
-Groceries: Krisp Market, Food Bowl Market, Target Express
-Eats: Thai 55, Kingfisher, Pizzeria Luigi, Kindred, Counterpoint, Buona Forchetta
-Parks: Golden Hill Park & Grape Street Dog Park
Other Things to Note:
Access & Arrival
Casita Violeta is accessed through the alley behind the property, where you'll find your reserved parking and private entrance. Please note that the casita is not accessed through the front of the property.
🐾 Pets Welcome
We happily welcome up to 2 well-behaved pets with a one-time fee of $45 per pet, per stay. Food bowls, treats, and waste baggies are provided for your furry companions. Please use the sidewalk or grassy areas along the street for potty breaks—the patio is not intended as a pet bathroom. Any additional cleaning or damage beyond normal wear may result in additional charges.
✈️ Airplane Flight Path
Like many neighborhoods surrounding Downtown San Diego, Golden Hill is within the arrival flight path of San Diego International Airport. To help ensure a restful stay, we provide a sound machine in the bedroom as well as complimentary earplugs.
🌿 Property Care
Casa Pasión is a small four-unit residential community with a unique layout: a duplex at the front of the property and a second duplex at the back. Casita Violeta is located in the rear duplex and shares one wall with neighboring Casita Frida, another Home Sweet San Diego rental.
I also live on-site in one of the residences at the front of the property, so you may see me coming and going, working around the property, or caring for the garden. Your casita and private patio are exclusively yours during your stay, while the laundry and garden area are shared spaces for the community.
Weekly groundskeeping takes place on Fridays, and I also care for and water the plants throughout the week as needed. As with any small residential community, you may occasionally see or hear neighbors and other guests during your stay. We simply ask everyone to be thoughtful and respectful of one another.
🤍 A Home Sweet San Diego Stay
Casita Violeta is part of the Home Sweet San Diego collection of family-rooted boutique rentals, thoughtfully designed around the people, places, art, and stories that have shaped our connection to San Diego. These aren't simply places to stay. They're homes we care for and are grateful to share with our guests, with the hope that you'll experience San Diego through its neighborhoods, history, creativity, and local way of life.
*All Home Sweet San Diego properties are properly licensed and operated in accordance with City of San Diego regulations.
📅 Stay Longer & Return Again
Whether you're visiting for a weekend or an extended stay, we'd love to welcome you back. Ask about monthly stays, mid-stay cleaning services, grocery delivery, returning guest discounts, and the benefits of booking directly through Home Sweet San Diego.
Interaction with Guests:
I want you to feel right at home while you're here. You'll enjoy a private, self-check-in experience, but I'm always just a call or text away if you have questions, need recommendations, or anything comes up during your stay.
