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A heated pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, books, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Escondido, CA
  • Popular LocationRady Children Hospital5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCalifornia Center For The Arts7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Diego Zoo Safari Park14 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)33 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    2 double beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 3
    Shower
    Bathtub

Room options

About the neighborhood

Escondido

Seaside stay .You'll find Rady Children Hospital and Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Queen Califa's Magical Circle is within 3 miles (5 km) and The Vineyard at Escondido is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Rady Children Hospital - 5 min drive
  • California Center For The Arts - 7 min drive
  • Stone Brewing - 8 min drive
  • Palomar Medical Center - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 24 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - 4 min drive
  • The Cheesecake Factory - 4 min drive
  • Red Robin Gourmet Burgers - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Westfield North County Fair Food Court - 5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day!

California Dreamin', our HOME, is a contemporary 3 bed/3 bath lodge-like house able to easily accommodate a maximum of 8 guests. Guests have EXCLUSIVE access to the entire resort property - 2,500 sq.ft. house, 3/4 acre garden and grounds, salt water pool, spa, firepit, yard, orange trees and bowls court. It's ALL yours!

The house is spacious yet comfortable, with plenty of natural light. It is tastefully furnished, boasts a large gourmet kitchen, Smart TVs and a natural gas fireplace in the living room. We have beautiful mountain and sunset views, and are in a prime space for stargazing as the neighborhood is very void of light pollution. The home is just blocks from Lake Hodges, where you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, bird watching, and picnicking.

All bedrooms have their own bathrooms. We provide luxurious bamboo bedding for a refreshing night of sleep. The master suite is extremely spacious with vaulted ceilings, a chaise lounge, a large walk-in closet, an ensuite bathroom with an over-sized soaking tub, and an additional, separated side office room. It also has its own door to the outdoors.

There is on-site parking for at least 6 cars.

THE LOCATION
We are close to Lake Hodges, the San Diego Zoo's Safari Park, and a scenic 20 minute drive to the coast. We are just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego and the airport. We are also within driving distance of the world-famous San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, LegoLand, the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds, the Carlsbad Flower Fields, the La Jolla cove, and more.

SUE & PETER
This home is our labor of love and 28 years in the making. Sue & I raised our two daughters here and in 2015 finally finished the renovations. We transformed it into the contemporary home we envisioned when we bought the property in 1993, yet it maintains the charm of a home well lived in and loved! Despite being in a semi-desert locale, we created an oasis - nestled among a colorful, mature, natural and green habitat. The "back 40" is a fun place for the kids to explore, grab an orange, or say hello to the neighbor's horses!

GUEST HOUSE
The front Guest House has been occupied by one tenant since 1998. They have their own parking space, separate access to the Guest House and their own private outdoor area. They do not have access to the pool, spa, firepit, bbq, lawn bowls, etc. while you are at the property.

Property manager

Peter Ritchie

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

San Diego Family Retreat . . . Book NOW FOR Summer 2019!
California Dreamin' . . . On Such a Winters Day! Escondido

Frequently asked questions

How close is CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.8 mi (33-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.4 mi (28-min drive) from Moonlight State Beach.

Does CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Valley View Casino (28-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! to downtown Escondido?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Felicita.

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' . . . On Such a Winter's Day! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 153 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
We totally enjoyed our stay! The house was lovely, clean and comfortable. It is fully stocked. The neighborhood was safe. The landscaping around the pool is beautiful as are the views from the house. We enjoyed picking oranges for breakfast an added bonus for sure. Communication with the property manager was spot on. If in the area again we would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Property
It's a nice clean property nested in a good neighborhood but a little far way from airport and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
California Dreaming
Thank you we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas Trip
We came on a family Christmas trip and the house was very nice. The location was close to stores and restaurants. The house was comfortable and had everything you need. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in the mountains!!
We had an amazing stay! The house was impeccable, fully stocked, and clean. It was a great setup for our family traveling with grandparents with two king bedrooms. We had the pleasure of briefly meeting the owners, who were so kind. Highlights: the pool and hot tub, the beautiful views, and the orange trees Will be back again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escondido
We had a great time with family and your place was perfect. Couldn’t ask for better weather and accommodation. I come about every 2 years and will look u up again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiziana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, Comfortable Home
We stayed here for my husband's 50th birthday. The home was clean and comfortable. It was close to everything and the pool and hot tub were great after a long day of walking. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home!
Wonderful property and wonderful host! Loved the location. We had a great time in the beautiful yard. We enjoyed playing lawn bowling, that was a lot of fun. The pool is beautiful and clean. Fresh oranges from the trees were delicious. Would highly recommend this property. Looking forward to staying again next year. Thanks Taylor for the quick responses!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We absolutely loved the house and the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank You!
The yard is the biggest wow factor. The privacy, the beautiful landscaping and of coarse the pool! We live in a small unincorporated town in AZ and truly enjoyed celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary by floating in your pool for a week. Thank You!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023