Board Above

Board Above: California

This home celebrates the surf culture that Mission Bay is famous for. Ocean lovers will love this house, as the beach is just across Mission Boulevard, 100 yards to the west. Settle into the laid-back lifestyle as you open up the second-floor balcony to those sea breezes. The open-plan kitchen, dining room and living space is vibrant and cheerful, with a distinctly tropical theme. Bright pops of colour can be found everywhere in this home, from the characterful wall art to the stylish dinnerware and blankets in the bedroom. Thanks to large windows, the sun shines into this home as much as it does outside. After a morning catching the waves, replenish your energy with a barbecue on the sheltered terrace. The outdoor space is shielded from the neighbours and can be directly accessed from the master bedroom.

Home truths:
*Sorry teens, the minimum age of the primary renter must be 25
*Make a long weekend of it – guests must book both Friday and Saturday night when booking the weekend
*Any outdoor access is restricted from 10 pm to 8 am for larger parties, due to noise
*The third bedroom has two queen beds with a sofa bed in the middle
*This home is only rentable to 8 adults, you could squeeze in an extra few kids at a push