The Carl

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

Welcome to

The Carl

A 3-bedroom retreat in the heart of San Diego — close to beaches, parks, and the best food in town.

— Rafa

Check In

4:00 PM

Check Out

11:00 AM

Wifi Network

Unit8

Password

thecarl8

Call or Text Host

714-794-2566

Getting In

Arrival & Access

Everything you need to find us, park, and get inside.

Check In

4 PM

Early check-in available for $65 when we can make it work (first come, first served). Message host to arrange.

Check Out

11 AM

Late check-out available for $65, message host to arrange.

Directions & Parking

Navigate to 5548 Riley St #8, San Diego, CA 92110.

Look for a white house with a wooden fence — the property is called "The Carl."

Street parking only. There's plenty available but it gets busy during rush hour and on weekends. Be mindful of street signs to avoid getting towed.

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Getting Inside

The door has a Schlage smart lock. Heads up: the door has a tight weather seal, so pull and hold the door toward you while you enter the code (and while you press the lock button on the way out) until it clicks. Never lock the screen gate, you can lock yourself out. Your unique door code is sent to you by email or text message on the day of arrival.

If you arrive and haven't received your code, call or text your host right away at 714-794-2566.

Network Name

Unit8

Password

thecarl8

Before You Settle In

Things to Know

Sleeps 8

3 king memory-foam beds (one in each bedroom) · 1 queen sleeper couch in the living room

Baby Gear Available

Stroller, Pack 'n Play, high chair, and baby bath available.

Quiet Hours

10 PM – 8 AM. Please respect the neighbors.

Inside the Home

The Home

Living Room

Living Room

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bedroom

Bedroom

Bedroom

Bedroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

For Everyone's Comfort

House Rules

Keep the AC at 69°F or Above

Please do not lower the AC under 69°. The unit will freeze, and you will be out of AC for your entire stay. We will not be able to get it fixed because we have to schedule an AC company to come out, and it takes a minimum of a week. Please, please, please do not lower it under 69°.

Quiet Hours

10 PM – 8 AM. No loud music or disturbances.

No Smoking

No smoking, vaping, or marijuana anywhere on the property. $300 fee.

No Open Flames

No candles, incense, or other open flames inside.

No Parties

No parties, bachelor/bachelorette stays, or large gatherings. 18+ to book.

Guest Count

Max 8 guests. Anyone not on the reservation is $20/night/person.

Pets

Dogs welcome (max 2, approved in advance, $35/pet/night). Service animals & ESAs exempt from fee.

Anything Else?

Quick Answers

What's the Wi-Fi password?
Network: Unit8 · Password: thecarl8
How do I get inside?
Your unique door code is sent to you by email or text message on the day of arrival. If you arrive without a code, call or text 714-794-2566 right away.
Can I check in early or check out late?
Yes, for $65 each. Call or text 714-794-2566 to arrange. Unapproved late checkouts are $75 per 30 minutes after 11 AM.
Are pets allowed?
Yes — dogs only, max 2, approved in advance, $35/pet/night. Service animals and ESAs are exempt from the fee.
Is mail delivered?
No. Use a nearby UPS Store or USPS for any mail or packages.
The door won't lock or unlock
The door has a weather seal that makes a vacuum when the windows are closed. Pull the door firmly toward you and hold it while you enter the code or press lock, until it slides into place. If the front door ever jams, the side door works too.
How do I work the AC / heat?
The mini-splits all use the same universal remote, kept on the rack by the door. If a unit doesn't respond, try the other remote, or turn that unit off at the wall for a minute and back on.
Where is the breaker box?
In the laundry room. Flip any switch sitting in the middle fully off, then back on.
Can I use the washer and dryer?
Yes, help yourself. Cycles run long, so please finish any laundry the day before checkout.
Where does the trash go?
The bins are on the sidewalk on the left side of the house. If they're full, leave bagged trash in the kitchen for the cleaner.
Is there a grill or beach towels?
No grill and no beach towels at this home, so plan ahead for beach days. There is no backyard, but you have a private patio.
What's the STR registration number?
San Diego STR license STR-11189L (permit 658948), in case anyone asks.

If You Need Us

Emergency

Emergencies

911

Call or Text Host

714-794-2566

We respond quickly

Nearest Hospital

Sharp Memorial Hospital

Heading Out

Before You Leave

  1. Put the AC remotes back on the rack by the door
  2. Leave used towels and linens in the bathroom (no need to strip the beds)
  3. Bag all trash and take it to the bins on the left side of the house
  4. Turn off all lights and every AC unit
  5. Close and lock all doors and windows
  6. Check for belongings in the bedrooms, bathroom, and common areas
  7. Out by 11:00 AM — late checkout is $75 per 30 minutes if not pre-arranged
Items left behind can be shipped back at your cost plus a $50 handling fee. We hold them for 5 days.