Title: PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking Vacation home in San Diego with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417600/45417560/a7a374f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417600/45417560/5a7458e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417600/45417560/60550a9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417600/45417560/802c4fd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417600/45417560/5e18760d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of historic University Heights, this gorgeously remodeled one-bedroom home offers a private covered balcony and is mere steps from shops and restaurants. With a king-size bed in the bedroom and an additional queen bed in the fold-out couch, you'll feel right at home. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4603 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking Your safety, comfort, and fun will continue to be of the utmost importance when staying here. This gorgeously remodeled one bedroom home is conveniently located within historic University Heights. - a quick drive to the major attractions of San Diego and mere steps to plenty of shops and restaurants right outside your front door. Please also check our other listings if you can't find the dates you're looking for. Located in the heart of University Heights, guests have the entire top floor of a two story building. There is a covered balcony off the back of the unit for the guests private use. The bedroom boasts a king size bed and there is an additional queen bed in the fold out couch in living room. University Heights is adjacent to both Hillcrest and Normal Heights. Its central location means that Downtown, Balboa Park, Mission Valley, San Diego State University and the San Diego Airport are all within a few minutes drive. The area is brimming with a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, artist’s studios and live entertainment, primarily on Park Boulevard and Adams Avenue. University Heights is a tight-knit compact central-community that has everything nearby within walking distance and is known for being pedestrian friendly. Commute time to anywhere in San Diego is about 20 minutes via Uber or Lyft and there are two available parking spaces for guests. This unit is on the top floor of a two story building and requires the use of stairs for access. The ground floor unit is also available for booking and is called the Casa Nova. Operated by experienced hosts, 31 Beaches, we are always available to help ensure you have a phenomenal experience. Our goal is to make sure every guest has the exact same awesome renting experience. Let us be your concierge, helping you find the best spots around town to make your stay as incredible as possible. 24/7 availability should anything arise during your stay. In consideration of our future guests, please no smoking inside or outside of unit (this includes marijuana even though it’s legal here). No guests unless approved by owners. Family is OK Please be considerate of downstairs guests so they can reciprocate ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 630222, STR-01808L ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Porchlight Home Central San Diego Free Parking Apartment Porchlight Home Central San Diego Free Parking San Diego 134446 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.76079%2C-117.14696&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YTAiveVRtgEdF1ySGujRPNFQSBg=) San Diego, CA #### What's nearby - Hotel Circle - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - University of San Diego - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - Balboa Park - 6 min drive - 7.5 km #### Getting around - Mission Valley Center Station - 3 min drive - Old Town Transit Center - 12 min drive - San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lestat's on Park - ‬3 min walk - ‪Cru Bistro - ‬4 min drive - ‪TapRoom Beer Company - ‬10 min walk - ‪Cheers - ‬4 min walk - ‪Sonny’s - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking located? > Located in University Heights, this vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mission Valley Mall and 2 mi (3.1 km) from San Diego Zoo. San Diego Natural History Museum and Old Globe Theater are also within 3 mi (5 km). Rio Vista Station is 27 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## PORCHLIGHT HOME Central San Diego FREE parking Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dimitri F. Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Porchlight, the apartment is large, clean and comfortable and located in a great neighborhood. Lots of food options nearby and central enough to get around San Diego easily. I’d definitely stay here again. ##### Dimitri F. 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