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1. Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden

Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden
Mount Helix
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We really enjoyed staying here. Clean and roomy and has everything you’d need. "
United States
Linda R.
The price is CA $186
CA $524 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden
Terrace/patio

2. Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
Mid-City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Overall it was a great place to stay."
United States
Cristal M.
The price is CA $178
CA $414 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
Interior

3. Tiny Farmhouse Cottage with Loft - Drift Asleep by Stargazing through Skylight

Tiny Farmhouse Cottage with Loft - Drift Asleep by Stargazing through Skylight
Julian
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Amazing place, nice location near town, skylight is amazing"
United States
Maddie T.
The price is CA $155
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Tiny Farmhouse Cottage with Loft - Drift Asleep by Stargazing through Skylight
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4. Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Old Town San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (302 reviews)
"Super cute, private little cottage in a great location. Loved the stay, very easy process and great host!"
United States
Ross
The price is CA $217
CA $274 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Exterior

5. Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats

Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats
Del Dios
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location with beautiful views. The pool was nice and relaxing"
United States
SYLVIA
The price is CA $234
CA $409 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats
Exterior

6. Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!

Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!
Ocean Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"Pet friendly. Got lucky with a close parking spot. Close to beach and close to restaurants. We walked everywhere. "
United States
Charlin L.
The price is CA $183
CA $440 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!
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7. Lotus House by Coastline Vacation Rentals

Lotus House by Coastline Vacation Rentals
Ocean Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean well kept rooms and property, pet friendly with our boxers. Great experience. Can’t wait to stay again!"
United States
j s.
The price is CA $177
CA $540 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lotus House by Coastline Vacation Rentals
Exterior

8. Cozy and Quiet Tiny House Cottage with Skylight 2 Minutes from Main Street

Cozy and Quiet Tiny House Cottage with Skylight 2 Minutes from Main Street
Julian
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Nice clean, comfortable quiet little place in a good area close to Julian center. "
United States
Gerardo A.
The price is CA $143
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Cozy and Quiet Tiny House Cottage with Skylight 2 Minutes from Main Street
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9. Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym

Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym
Lake San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"I would rent this property over and over again. My girlfriend and I had the best experience! The property is immaculate and the view is absolutely stunning. The grotto house is first class, and I highly recommend renting it."
United States
Bobby B.
The price is CA $448
CA $586 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym
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10. Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries

Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries
San Marcos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was everything and more, the host was super polite and everything was clean. The hot tub was to die for and I probably got the best sleep I did in a while!! Will come back again "
United States
Sofia C.
The price is CA $239
CA $459 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior

11. < 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape

< 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape
3.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Strategic location for beach, amusement parks and restaurants. Close to major freeways and airport. House has plenty of room across the three floors. Kids loved seeing the seaworld fireworks from the open air rooftop patio. This property has it all. Owner quickly addressed any of our questions and needs. "
United States
Thomas
The price is CA $511
CA $1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
< 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape
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12. Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck

Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck
Mission Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The property was a nice property, but there was a problem with parking. I had no communication until 30 minutes before check-in even though I tried to contact the host numerous times and had Expedia tried to contact them and couldn’t get a hold of him. There is no air-conditioning which sucked because it was hot. All they have is fans and the shower is so tiny. That is very hard to shower, but it’s in a great location."
United States
Diana
The price is CA $263
CA $423 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck
House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

13. 2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly

2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
3.0 star property
Mission Beach
The price is CA $418
CA $946 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
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Top East County Hotel Reviews

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

10/10 Excellent
"Staff beyond friendly and helpful. Amenities in room perfect. Usually stay with family when in town but couldn’t and this was so comfortable . we might just stay there for now on. Thank you for your hospitality Nicole and Rob Buch"
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

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East County Cottages information

Number of reviews
460
Accommodation
32 Cottages
Lowest Price
CA $239
Highest Price
CA $1,099

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