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The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Temecula, CA
  • Ponte Winery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wilson Creek Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galway Downs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Temecula

In Temecula .You'll find Ponte Winery and Avensole Winery within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Rancho Palomar Winery and Wiens Cellars are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ponte Winery - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Wilson Creek Winery - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Callaway Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Galway Downs - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Pechanga Resort & Casino - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wilson Creek Winery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Europa Village Wineries & Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Leonesse Cellars - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery - ‬4 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.

The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country

Perfect, private get-a-way for 2 or small group, truly in the heart of wine country. Our Cottage was featured on FYI's Tiny House Hunting- season 3, episode 8! This property is surrounded by the wine country trail, and just down the road from South Coast Winery. Also down the road, is the popular horse country, including the soccer and polo fields at Galway downs.

The Temecula wine country has been a growing destination vacation for horse lovers, wine tasters, weddings, hot air balloon enthusiasts as well as cyclists. And even if you don't enjoy any of these things, the open countryside is a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of city living.

The Cottage Haven is a darling guest house on our 5 acre ranch with it's own private entrance. Our family stays busy in the main house but you will have your privacy away from the main house in the cottage. Modern cottage decor, full kitchen, and the sound of whispering pines are just a few of the amenities you will enjoy. In the upstairs loft, your friends or children can enjoy the treetop views from the 2 twin beds. (Please note: the stairs to the loft are attic stairs-See photo)

Enjoy a picnic on your own private lawn or practice your soccer skills on the front soccer field/lawn. Sit by the shared pool with a glass of wine and a good book and enjoy the quiet countryside and the sound of the breeze blowing through the huge pine trees that surround you.

Horse lovers can pull your trailer on the property and coral their horses in our 16x30 feet horse pen with shade. You will also meet our labradoodle family members that roam the ranch as well.

We moved our family to this wine country property over 12 years ago from Orange County and have never regretted it! We love the beautiful landscape out here and the peaceful and starry nights. And even though we are in the country, we are literally 5 minutes to Ralph's, Sprouts Market, Baron's, Starbucks, Great Harvest, Corner Bakery, Best Buy, Big 5 and Super Walmart!

Even though this cottage has a full kitchen, we would love to recommend delicious places to eat including restaurants at the local wineries...We've tried them all!

Property manager

Joe and Shari Franklin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Note from host: Additional fees and requirements apply
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Note from host: Additional fees and requirements apply

Property Registration Number 94-225, RVC-191

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country to the airport?

This cottage is 11.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Pechanga Resort & Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country have a pool?

This cottage features an outdoor pool.

Does The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country to downtown Temecula?

This cottage is 6.1 mi away from Temecula.

The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Honeymoon Suite

Perfect for a romantic Honeymoon night!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Francie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine and horses and a bit of country

We stayed 10 weeks with in Shari and Joes lovely cottage. My grandkids do en
Stayed 65 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vazgen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Overall was very pleased with the place. Great communication, clean, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This little cottage was very nice, clean and cozy. The decor was festive and we appreciated the beautiful Christmas tree. Four sisters were comfortable, felt safe and location was close to wine country, downtown Temecula, restaurants and stores. The backyard was very nice with plenty of places to sit or lounge. The jacuzzi was a plus! It was well stocked with everything you need. The stairs are a bit steep and I highly recommend the microwave be moved from on top of the refrigerator to the counter. We really enjoyed our stay at this adorable cottage and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful retreat

My sister and I stayed at this property for a 6 day get away and we loved it. It was so peaceful, beautiful, and pleasant. We slept so good in the master bed! The cottage is decorated impeccably and all the amenities make you feel like home. We enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings which was the perfect way to end the day. We loved the Christmas decorations too.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage stay in Temecula

We found the cottage to be clean and well decorated. Bed was comfortable. We were close to all the wineries. Our only complaint would be, on our last day, the cleaner was waiting outside the cottage an hour prior to check out time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brett B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

NOT AS ADVERTISED

We came for a 4 night stay for a family wedding at South Coast Winery & left the next day. Unfortunately, the property was not as advertised so maybe ask the hosts if these issues have been fixed before making your decision on renting. One of the main reasons we chose this house over "The Romantic 1 Bedroom Villa" Guest House on VRBO was because of the Hot Tub and the Pool. At the end of Sept the hot tub was our main want over the pool. The hot tub was unusable & not at all like the photos. It was low on water with duct tape all over the upper jets. The filters visibly dirty & the chemical dispenser on top of the filter was not under water so the water had no chemical in it. We only investigated this because of the horrible smell, visible algae & black mold on the valves. The bottom was full of dirt and sand along with bugs and debris stuck to the pump intake screen. We never did get in but we did test the jets and tons of ants came out of the air intake knobs upon turning the system on. The outside bar area was covered with the hosts personal belongings, a shop vac, pool chemicals, door mats etc. The grill was so full of packed grease that nothing would drain while cooking. The patio area was very dirty & covered in bird droppings including the table & chairs. Our main issue over the hot tub being unusable was the spiders & spider webs inside. We killed 5 spiders in the first 8 hours of being in the house. The webs were everywhere and we could feel them on our arms/legs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend trip

My friend and I stayed in the cottage while attending a friend’s wedding. It was the perfect location and amount of space. We loved everything about the cottage. The owners were great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend stay

We really enjoyed this cottage and beautiful property! The details of the home were so cute and cozy! My 3 year old son just loved how inviting the outdoor solace was for exploring nature! We enjoyed swimming and the pretty views. The family who lives in the main home is so nice! We would definitely recommend this stay to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location, great property, fantastic hosts

The Cottage Haven is exactly like it looks in the pictures. Joe and Shari are EXCELLENT hosts. Communication with them before and during our stay was excellent. The pool and grounds were very well maintained and gave us a sense of calm and relaxation with lots of space and different spots to kick back around the pool. Beds and furniture were very comfortable, kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. The location is about a 10 minute Uber ride to downtown/old town Temecula. It is less than 5 minutes to some great wineries. My wife and I had been to Napa on a wine trip and were not sure what to expect with Temecula. We will most definitely be back. I would absolutely recommend staying at this property if you are making a visit to the area with a small group or as a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage Haven Perfection

Cottage Haven was the perfect get away we were looking for to celebrate our 40th anniversary! The cottage is exactly as described, Joe and Shari were wonderful hosts. We also loved having the sweet pups on the property to make this home away from home even more special!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage.

Beautiful cottage. A few things to help improve would be to have wash cloths for showering, better toilet paper. Also I would suggest blowing off the entry points to cottage to keep debris from entering and for overall aesthetics. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A chance to wine

This is a very cozy little cottage. The surroundings are private and tranquil but shops/wineries/dining and the Heritage Rose Garden are all within easy driving distance.a Would reintegrate as noted in the listing that the stairs to the second floor sleeping area are indeed attic stairs. They are steep and shallow with only one hand rail so carrying luggage to the room is tricky if like us, you are seniors. Our hosts were very responsive and helpful. My friend and I would not hesitate to stay here again. Really, Temecula Valley is a hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

brooke K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends getaway

Super clean place, comfortable, lovely location. Sheri was so sweet, came by to say hi and she gave us some great restaurants to eat at. Would definitely return here and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Holiday get away

We loved our stay at the cottage. Joe and Shari were great hosts and checked in with us when we arrived and throughout the weekend. The cottage looks as if it is professionally decorated and looked very festive with holiday decor. We enjoyed sitting out by the fire pit with a cup of coffee in the morning and at night the hot tub was nice after wine tasting. This spot is the perfect location to stay if doing a wine tasting tour and an easy Uber ride back at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

Four female friends out for a long weekend getaway and wine drinking! This cottage had everything we needed, was a super clean and stylish! Our hosts, Joe and Shari, were quick to respond to questions and gave us great restaurant and happening recommendations. Beds were very comfortable, and the hot tub was divine! The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful, and close to the wineries so we could Uber without a huge expense! Absolutely would recommend and would definitely return here! Only one bathroom so be prepared to share if there are more than two of you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

I came for a wedding at a nearby winery. Not only was the location perfect, the little bungalow was the perfect place for me to stay. It was immaculate and had everything I needed for my two nights. The hosts were amazing at communication and making sure everything was there that I needed. I would surely come and stay at this again. They are amazing Hosts on an amazing property. I’m very grateful for my stay, thank you I want to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Huntington Beach, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Winery Getaway

3 girlfriends came to Temecula to wine taste and see a concert at South Coast Winery. The cottage was as described but also exceeded expectations. Gorgeous property and wonderful hosts! We arrived early and the hosts allowed to access the cottage early. We were able to use the beautiful pool and met Shari (the owner) who was super nice and even gave us a bottle of their family wine! Everything was clean and even supplied a can of bug repellent for our use. We will definitely come back to the Cottage Haven!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful Oasis

Cottage Haven lives up to it’s name. Comfy, cozy, and quite chic . . This cottage offers everything one would want as an escape into wine country. Shari and Joe are generous hosts and clearly, an engaging couple that warmly welcomes guests to enjoy all the beauty that surrounds their stunning home and magnificent grounds.The cottage is well equipped to unwind and relax after a day of touring the countryside and stopping along the way to select some amazing spirits. Shari was so gracious and spent time chatting with us each day. For doodle lovers, be prepared for some furry, fluffy love. Such a great experience. We want to visit again and again. ☺️☺️ Linda and Tom, Annapolis Maryland
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathleen z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage in great location.

Quaint cottage with everything we needed. Very well located. Close to wineries. Owners were great. Very accommodating. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mike P.

Cute little cottage.

This is a cute cottage and great location. Owners very responsive. Very glad to have access to the pool/patio to lounge in as this is a small place. This is a better place for a long weekend than an extended stay. If you are coming for the wine country, be sure to check out the online SIP Passport!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine trip

Great location, convenient to all the wineries. Comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Owners dogs were an added treat - very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

JON T., Odessa, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cottage in wine country

We were visiting for a wedding. The cottage was very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location!

What a great way to start the “wedding” week for my son. Very clean and comfortable. Close to all of the things we needed to do in preparation for the wedding Thank you so much! Carrie
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little spot!

The cottage was clean, well-furnished and provided everything we needed. It was great to have a Keurig with pods supplied!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022