Title: Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego - 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 # Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego Vacation home with kitchen, near Balboa Park ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113710000/113708900/113708887/8912445d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113710000/113708900/113708887/ab5b83e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113710000/113708900/113708887/a74bb579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113710000/113708900/113708887/569abcef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113710000/113708900/113708887/85d9582c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom642 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego Pet-friendly family-owned bungalow in the coolest location in historic South Park. One block from excellent restaurants, pubs, and shops, (even a mini-Target). A mix of old & new, the Blanca Bungalow is a cozy 600+ sqft with outdoor spaces to make the most of your San Diego stay. High-quality linens, high-speed fiber wireless internet, well-stocked kitchen, and even art supplies to spark your creativity. Centrally located, 5-min drive to downtown, Balboa Park, Golf, and Zoo. South Park is Pup paradise: HUGE local off-leash dog park & many restaurants have dog-friendly patios. The Blanca Bungalow is a cozy, well-stocked recently updated 1920s California Craftsman centrally located in South Park, an idyllic San Diego neighborhood, combining historic homes, a relaxed vibe, and excellent dining and shopping. \*\*Important to note that it has fans, but does not have AC.\*\* The Blanca Bungalow takes full advantage of the San Diego weather with front and back outdoor living spaces for long conversations or a long afternoon snooze on the shaded back porch under the overhead fan. It sleeps 4 comfortably, two queens with high-quality linens. The kitchen is fully-stocked with everything you could possibly need during your stay, you just add the groceries, which you can find one block up at the mini-Target. There is also a full-sized washer and dryer, a tankless water heater, and filtered water from the kitchen sink. And for fun we provide board games, puzzles, art supplies, Roku to stream your apps, and high-speed fiber wireless internet. PETS ARE WELCOME South Park is DOG FRIENDLY and The Blanca Bungalow honors this by welcoming your well-mannered fuzzy friends – dog bowls, chewy toys and poo bags provided. Most shops and restaurants in South Park allow well-behaved dogs. South Park is exceptionally walkable so neighbors are always out and about, saying hello and friendly. Neighbors on all sides of the Bungalow are world travelers and welcoming. Start your day at one of several charming coffee spots - check out Communal Coffee's vintage trailer and vibrant patio, Dark Horse Coffee Roasters' salted maple latte, or Seven Seas Roasting Co. for direct-trade coffee. Don't miss Secret Sister's renowned sourdough everything—breads, donuts, and pastries made from a 150-year-old starter—or Café Madeleine's authentic French pastries and crêpes. If you grab brunch at Matteo don’t leave without a loaf of freshly baked bread! Between sips and bites, browse The Book Catapult for literary treasures and staff recommendations.​​​​​​​​​ Ask about visiting authors and special events. For lunch, enjoy the renowned Shawarma Guys (named the top food truck in the country), Italian fare at Buona Forchetta (named best pizza in San Diego) or plant-based dishes at Kindred (named one of the best restaurants in San Diego). Explore South Park boutiques like Native Poppy for flowers and gifts, browse records at Vinyl Junkie Record Shack, or find vintage treasures at Bad Madge & Co. Take your pup to the five-acre Grape Street Dog Park, stroll through the neighborhood during quarterly Walkabouts, or visit Cobalt Gallery for local art. End your day with space-themed drinks at Mothership, followed by charcoal-grilled specialties at Carbón or cozy Italian at Il Posto or Piacere Mio. Then slide into our neighborhood dive for live music or DJ-driven dance parties. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Unit size: 642 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97930000/97926300/97926248/e4d9561b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Gem | Close to Downtown South Park - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=97926248&PinnedHotelID=97926248&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33703700/33703688/b88c5259.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private 2-Bedroom Bungalow Bliss in North Park! 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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 643355, STR-00133L ## About the area Located in South Park, a neighborhood in San Diego, this vacation home is near theme parks. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. 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Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bock - A Neighborhood Bar - ‬10 min walk - ‪Harland South Park - ‬12 min walk - ‪Benny's Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk - ‪Whistle Stop Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Mothership - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Pet-Friendly Blanca Bungalow Artist Retreat in sunny San Diego located? > Located in South Park, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and Petco Park. San Diego City College and San Diego Natural History Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? 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