La Giardino, a Stylish Mediterranean Bungalow

Entire bungalow in San Diego, California

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by George
  1. Superhost
  2. 8 years hosting

Listing highlights

In the heart of Little Italy

Restaurants, bakeries, and the Saturday Farmers Market are about a block away on foot

1930s bungalow with private patio

A 1930s Art Deco bungalow with a gated back patio and a fire pit for evening drinks

Consistently praised across 40 reviews

Guests highlight the walkable location, comfortable beds, and how clean the space is
With its eye-catching furnishings and vibrant vintage accents, this 1930’s property makes for an idyllic city retreat. Kick back on the blue Bridgewater sofa for a Netflix marathon or huddle around the modernist fire pit for a starlit nightcap.

The space
Little Italy Bungalows … in the very heart of Little Italy.
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Little Italy Bungalows were built in the 1930’s and retain their vintage Art Deco architectural detail. Each of the bungalows has been carefully upgraded to include modern conveniences to insure a comfortable stay. Each is styled distinctively, reflecting modern mid-century, beach cottage, and modern traditionalist themes. An expansive, gated and fenced back patio provides privacy for outdoor relaxation and dining.
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THIS BUNGALOW is a 2 bedroom with queen pillow top beds in both bedrooms. The living room has a queen sleeper sofa as well as a 43" SMART TV (Netflix, YouTube, Amazon) with cable channels as well. Kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave and Keurig coffee maker, as well as kitchen essentials (cooking utensils, spices, oil and balsamic). Vintage bathroom with enclosed shower. Closets in hallway with iron & ironing board and extra linens is located off the bedrooms. This bungalow is approximately 650 square feet - perfect for four people, but can accommodate six with living room sofa bed.
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Little Italy Bungalows – Three distinctive Art Deco bungalows with Mediterranean styling. Stay with us and experience gracious Mediterranean hospitality. Everyone welcome. We’re 10 minutes from the airport, and minutes to downtown. In addition, we’re four blocks to the nearest San Diego Trolley station, from which it is convenient and affordable to get to Gaslamp District, Seaport Village, Convention Center or take longer excursions to Old Town, Mission Valley, La Mesa, El Cajon or beyond to San Ysidro and Tijuana.

Guest access

Guests may enjoy the bungalow at 429 and the patio right outside their back door.

Each bungalow has their own outdoor gathering place. Please enjoy the space respectfully of nearby neighbors.

Interaction with guests

Please send messages through the Airbnb app. We may be onsite or away, but we always respond promptly

Other things to note

Little Italy Bungalow amenities
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Easy self-check in with key pad access (code furnished on acceptance of reservation).
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Custom furnished interiors
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2 bedrooms with queen pillow top beds
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1 bath
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Living room plus sofa bed with memory foam deluxe mattress
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Dining table for up to 6, as well as table for 4 in kitchen nook
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Refrigerator, stove and oven, microwave, toaster and hot water kettle
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Flatware, glassware, cooking pans and utensils
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Air conditioning / heating
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Keurig coffee maker and French press
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Small pantry of spices, olive oil and balsamic vinegar
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43" Samsung SMART TV (Netflix, Amazon, YouTube, etc.) and cable channels
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Complimentary WIFI Internet
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Clock radio
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Linens, bath, hand and facial towels, beach towels
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USB charging ports and charging cords
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Hair dryer
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Iron & ironing board
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Fujitsu mini split air conditioner and heater
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Outdoor patios
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Please note: bungalows and patios are not childproof

Guest access
Guests may enjoy the bungalow at 429 and the patio with fire pit right outside their back door. Each bungalow has their own outdoor gathering place. Please enjoy the space respectfully of nearby neighbors.

Other things to note
NO ONSITE PARKING. Here are some creative ways guests and residents manage their vehicles in Little Italy ...

>Street parking is free but has a 2 hour time limit, except Sundays and holidays (when it's free all day).

>Parking in driveways is not permitted, including ours

>There is a public (paid) parking lot across the street on Columbia Street. Rates vary, depending on day of week and season. For a list or map of other parking lots, go online to parkopedia or spothero.

>Shared ride services like Uber and Lyft service the neighborhood very well. One option is to park your car in a nearby neighborhood (Bankers Hill or Park West) and walk (10 minutes) or use ride-share services.

NO LAUNDRY ONSITE. Ask about our recommendations for local laundries, dry cleaning and fluff n fold services.

Registration Details
STR-04941L, 638234

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
TV with standard cable
Air conditioning
Patio or balcony

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Rated 4.86 out of 5 from 412 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 88% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 11% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 1% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

San Diego, California, United States

Neighborhood highlights

Little Italy is a hip, urban neighborhood in downtown San Diego. You’ll find local transportation hubs within easy walking distance. Explore chic clothing boutiques, quaint piazzas, and bustling eateries in this pedestrian-friendly part of town.

Meet your host

Superhost
1,366 reviews
4.88 out of 5 average rating
8 years of hosting
Lives in San Diego, California
Villa Little Italy is our family's homage to San Diego's world famous Little Italy district. Family owned for more than 40 years, the property consists of three Art Deco-era bungalows and one studio and graced with a secluded patio for private relaxation. Situated "in the heart of Little Italy", the property is one block from the central Piazza della Famiglia and one block from the famed India Street restaurant quarter. Upgraded in 2018 to 'mini villas' for short or long-term stays, Villa Little Italy is the ideal location for a quiet retreat or further exploration of this historic and picturesque neighborhood and greater San Diego. Please visit us soon ... Happy travels.

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Co-hosts

  • Chris

Host details

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Responds within an hour
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