Carole's Bed And Breakfast

Built in 1904 by Mayor Fray, this historic site, has the handsome style and craftmanship of its time. It has been restored by the present owners, who live on site giving it constant loving care. The decor is of its period, with antiques and comfort as the focus. The inviting common rooms are nicely furnished with soft sofas and plenty of room for curling up with a good book or watching a favorite movie on TV. A piano is also available for those in a music making mood. Each of the spacious guestrooms has a color television, and are decorated comfortably with patchwork quilts, antiques, and period wall decorations. Amenities include a swimming pool, spa and a rose garden. A big, family style table occupies the center of the room where Carole serves a generous and tasty continental breakfast of seasonal fruit, chilled juice, hot coffee or tea, and Michael's freshly baked bread, warm from the oven. Overlooking the large pool is a deck and a patio area. Location is within walking distance to Balboa Park, and an assortment of small shops and restaurants.

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"Trip with Grampa" 11/6/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

I went to California with my Grampa for a visit. We stayed with Carole and it was fun swimming in the pool. Grampa and I both really liked the delicious food. We went to the zoo and saw a big ship. I want to go back again and stay with Carole. read more


"Nice place to stay" 11/4/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

The rooms were nice & the breakfasts were delicious.

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"Carole's Bed And Breakfast" 10/21/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

Clean rooms, sociable hosts and good breakfast.

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"Best ever" 10/21/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

Excellent, excellent, excellent. I will recommend to anyone, any time. Can't be beat.

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"Location, Location, Location." 10/20/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

It was the last minute, we needed a place to stay near our son. We found Carole's on the net. She was gracious, reasonable and within walking distance of our son and so many fine restaurants and shops. Our suite was lovely, clean and quiet. Our... read more


"Charming" 10/6/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

My Family and i had a wonderful stay, a full week of great Breakfasts. a clean and inviteing pool. and a house full of charm each room had it's only personality. will defentily go back. Carole was such a gracious hostess. Diane Horton

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"A Great Place To Stay" 9/27/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

I loved staying at Carols B&B, It was my family’s first time staying in a bed and breakfast and it was way beyond our expectations. We enjoyed our nights sitting out in the front visiting and our kids LOVED the pool! Nice rooms, it felt like... read more


"Home away from home" 9/18/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

We had a delightful time staying at Carole's. She and Michael could not have been more gracrious or helpful. And Michael's breakfasts were yummy - sweet potato pancakes with homemade apple syrup!! Would definitely stay with them again.

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"Wonderful place to stay!!" 9/16/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

My husband and I are in the middle of relocating to the San Diego area for nursing school. I've been staying here at Carole's Bed & Breakfast for a month now. I have had the most wonderful time here. Carole and Michael (the innkeepers, mother... read more


"Carole's Bed And Breakfast" 9/2/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

Very nice people, nice rooms, great breakfast. I enjoyed it very much.

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"Untitled" 7/29/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Carole's has an interesting mixture of antiques in her 1904 house and more contemporary southwest furnishings in her other houses; a saltwater pool and delicious homemade breakfasts. Carole & her family are very friendly & knowledgeable... read more


"great hosts!" 6/19/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

My husband and I were so happy with our hosts and the wonderful breakfast. We stayed in a lovely room. I recommend this place to everyone! read more


"Carole's BNB...Perfect!!" 5/30/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Perfect!! Perfect!! Perfect!! We stayed in the cottage called "La Casita" across the street from Carole's main house. The cottage has reserved parking for one car, a kitchen with attached dining area, a restroom, a bedroom with a... read more


"Carole's" 5/26/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

very nice breakfast; very nice place. This place has a real soul. This is the place to be at in San Diego.

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"A perfect place" 5/26/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Carole's B&B was comfortable and cheery. Breakfast was delicious and varied each day. Carole was gracious and wanted to please and fulfill our every need. We WILL be back! read more


"Thank you!" 5/19/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

As every time, it was more like coming home than being on vacation! read more


"Just part of the neighborhood" 5/13/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

An easy, relaxing, friendly place sheltered by tall trees and surrounded by beautiful flowers. The neighborhood is quiet, the salt water pool is refreshing, and everything is within walking distance. It's the only place in San Diego that I will... read more


"Great place to stay in San Diego" 4/22/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Carole's B&B was convenient and a great place for us to stay while we were in San Diego. Carole was helpful and went out of her way to make sure we had a good stay. Goos breakfasts to start the day.

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"Liek home away from home" 4/22/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

My stay at Carole's was perfect. It was clean, quiet and located in a quaint neighborhood (North Park). The daily breakfasts were great. The nearness of neighborhood restaurants and Balboa Park was very convenient. It is also located near a busline... read more


"cozy and homey" 4/17/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Carole provides warm and homey accommodations, a great breakfast, and she is eager to please and help in every way! read more


"Just what I needed" 4/9/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

Absolutely wonderful experience. I'm out here alone looking for work and Carole made all my fears go away with her hospitality. I don't want to leave! read more


"great stay!" 4/9/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

Carole's B&B is a very pleasant place and conveniently located. read more


"excellent place" 3/27/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

Extremely gracious hosts! read more


"pleasant and relaxing" 3/27/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

Great breakfasts. convenient location. helpful innkeepers. read more


"love Carole's" 2/12/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

We have visited Carole's 6 times in 3 years and we love everything here. The atmosphere is unsurpassed. We think the world of Carole's

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"Comfort in San Diego" 1/29/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

Carole's B&B is a comfortable, homey place to stay in San Diego, only minutes from Balboa Park and the Zoo. It is unpretentious, not extra fancy, but just relaxed. A good place to come back to after a day of site-seeing. read more


"Home away from home" 1/22/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

very pleasant, homey atmosphere. Friendly and comfortable. read more


"absolutely delightful" 1/22/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

Small, comfortable surroundings with early access to all of San Diego. The true delight here is the warmth of Carole and her family! :) read more


"'The oldest and the best'- It's true!" 1/14/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

Very comfortable studio suites with clean and very nice atmosphere. The breakfast is very good, and I can recommend it. Thanks for everything

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"Great stay in San Diego" 1/12/2009
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Stayed On: 12/2008

Carole is such a wonderful, genuine, caring hostess. The home is cozy and well cared for and the library of books is impressive! read more


"A Home Away From Home" 1/12/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We have discovered Carole's B&B on the early 2000's when my husband and I were looking for a place to stay in San Diego. Since then, whenever we visit Southern California we always stay at Carole's. The rooms are fabulous, the gardens and pool... read more


"A very comfortable place" 1/9/2009
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Stayed On: 12/2008

I have stayed at Caroles several times. hospitality is top notch. Carole and Michael are always helpful. Healthy food and they listen for special needs. hot tub is great. access to Balboa Park read more


"another great visit at Carole's!" 12/18/2008
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Stayed On: 12/2008

An exceptional visit, once again. We often visit family in San Diego & always stay at Carole's because of the warm & pleasant hospitality. Carole & her family are extremely helpful & gracious. The hot tub is the best I've ever... read more


"Homey and peaceful" 11/25/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

Wonderful host, accommodations, and food. A gem! read more


"Staying 'home'" 11/20/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

No hype,pressure, or hassles. Good breakfast and relaxed people. Carole knows her city and her people! read more


"comfortable house" 11/3/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

nice landlords, tasty breakfast

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"Always Welcome" 10/15/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Lovely accommodations, delicious home-cooked breakfast. Carole is so pleasant, warm & friendly. This is my 3rd stay there!

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"B&B review" 9/29/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Carole's was very friendly and homey, but not in any way upscale; neighborhood was a little run-down.

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"Fabulous stay" 7/17/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Relaxing, fabulous location! Pleasant people. Amazing food, comfortable room.

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"A Delightful Experience" 7/8/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The warm, homey experience was only exceeded by the good food and personal attention from Carole. The conversations with the other customers were very enjoyable. When we come back to see our relatives Carole's is where we will stay.

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"Very Good" 7/2/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Very friendly, good personal service. Tasty, tasty food.

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"Great Week at Carole's B&B" 6/30/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Traveling without your spouse is sometime lonely especially if you are on business. But at Carole's you were made to feel comfortable from the very start of the week. The attention (not too much) was just right, the food was good, the room very... read more


"Carole's is great!" 6/28/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Carole is a gracious hostess, Michael's breakfasts are excellent, it's a lovely neighborhood with half a dozen great restaurants within 3-4 blocks, even a pool out back -- what's not to like?

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"Outstanding" 6/18/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Lovely folks, beautiful house, wonderful breakfasts.


"Great place" 6/2/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Great place--great stay/like home.

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"Carole's Bed And Breakfast" 5/21/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Carole's is near my friend's house inn park and was a delight to stay in-my room had its own private balcony overlooking the pool and hot tub and gorgeous gardens. Carole and her family were so so welcoming.

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"being at home abroad" 5/14/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

I lived at Carol's for three weeks and every day after work it was a comming home. Carol and her daughter make one feel as part of the family. They are very helpful, generous and they have a wonderufl home that offers all kinds of people a place to... read more


"Carole's B&B" 5/13/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Very friendly, great location!


"The Pleasantest Stay" 5/10/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

I tend to rise before the innkeepers as a rule--usually to read, write, or correct papers--in the quiet of the living room, but I like to have coffee as close to immediately as possible. Within a day of learning my habits, the innkeepers would... read more


"Carole's?" 4/25/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

In deed the place to go and to have a nice stay.

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"What a Great Place!!" 9/21/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Carole & Michael were excellent innkeepers. They were most helpful in suggesting places to eat. All of the places they recommended were delightful. Michael is a great chef. We looked forward to breakfast every morning. We had a great time and... read more


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Carole's Bed And Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
Carole's Bed And Breakfast
3227 Grim Avenue
San Diego, CA 92104-4656
USA
Phone: +1-619-280-5258
Toll-free: +1-800-975-5521
Innkeeper(s)
Michael O'Brian & Carole Dugdale
Rates:
$119 - $259
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