Old Town in San Diego in San Diego County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Senlis Cottage
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 16, 2026
1. Senlis Cottage Marker
A modest cottage built for Eugene Senlis, an employee of San Diego pioneer horticulturist Kate Sessions. This house, without the amenities of gas, electricity, water or sewer, is an example of dwellings occupied in the 1880's by working-class people. Public restrooms are located at the rear of Senlis Cottage. Built in 1896.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1896.
Location. 32° 45.241′ N, 117° 11.59′ W. Marker is in San Diego, California, in San Diego County. It is in Old Town. It is on Heritage Park Row near Juan Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: San Diego CA 92103, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s Peninsular Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Temple Beth Israel (a few steps from this marker); Lloyd T. Lowrey Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); Sherman-Gilbert House (within shouting distance of this marker); Bushyhead House (within shouting distance of this marker); Burton House (within shouting distance of this marker); Christian House (within shouting distance of this marker); McConaughy House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Derby-Pendleton House (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Diego.
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 16, 2026
2. Senlis Cottage and Marker
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 16, 2026
3. Displays Inside the Cottage
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 16, 2026
4. Displays Inside the Cottage
Credits. This page was last revised on March 25, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 25, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 18 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 25, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
