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Maison Zen
Nestled high on the hill, this private, cozy mountain sanctuary offers breathtaking views of Lake Cuyamaca and majestic Stonewall Peak. Enter the door of our serene and peaceful zen home and feel your entire body relax in the calming space. The floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a deck where you can enjoy a morning coffee, an evening glass of wine or a restorative yoga session. Maison Zen is ideal for a couple's getaway or an individual's "escape." Not suitable for children or infants.

Hilltop cabin retreat with lake & mountain views
Rustic hilltop cabin overlooking Lake Hodges. Surrounded by open canyons & mountains, you will feel like you're a million miles away from everything as you take in the views from the cabin, deck or the outside shower, swim in the saltwater pool, or relax by the fire bowl. A short walk to lake with boating, fishing & miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Property offers swimming pool, fire bowl, and shaded arbor. SD Zoo Safari Park, wineries, breweries, & ocean beaches all within easy reach.

Townhouse - Private Yard, La Mesa Village
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located studio. Walking distance to La Mesa Village, where you can enjoy restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, & more. With all the things you need in a kitchen to whip up any meal, and a patio to enjoy the San Diego sun. Hop on the trolley to get to anywhere. Bringing more friends or family along with you? We also have another listing, Casa de Pueblo at the same property. 20 min drive to the Beach or Downtown 15 min drive to Balboa Park or Old Town

A-Frame | 1900ft² | Deck | Firepits | PetsOK | Spa
Welcome to your ideal retreat—a secluded mid-century modern A-Frame cabin nestled in serene Pine Hills, Julian. It's the perfect getaway for comfort and relaxation. ☞900ft² Deck // Dual propane firepits// propane BBQ ☞(6) Velux Skylights total: (5) incl blackout blinds & (2) open/close ☞75" and 55” LG Smart TVs w/Directv ☞Sony Soundbar & Sony PS-LX310BT Turntable. Classic and new LPs ☞Heated Bidet toilet seat ☞Binoculars: Celestial & Field both ☞Propane indoor heating stove ☞Tree house "vibe"

Spacious 1 Bdrm Unit: king bed, fireplace, parking
Come relax in this bright & spacious 1 bedroom detached unit with private entrance. This room has a king bed, fireplace, full bathroom, table & chairs, mini fridge/freezer, microwave, closet ,dresser, Tv and beautiful mountain views. La Jolla Beaches, downtown San Diego, the Zoo, and Sea World are 25 minutes away. Santee Lakes is just a short drive away where you can enjoy fishing, paddle boating, splash park, biking and picnic area. Mission Gorge Trails is also located just 5 minutes away.

The High Country Hobo Preserve: Rustic Cabin
Welcome to the High Country Hobo Preserve. This hidden gem is nestled in the Cleveland National Forrest. Guest cabin has all amenities: wood burning fireplace, board games, fishing poles, bottle house, bbq, and gold pans for when the creek is flowing. An outdoor fire pit if winds are calm. It has old character, unique charm, and is close to old mining town, Julian. Kitchen has fridge, hot plate, grill, microwave, coffee maker- coffee tea provided. Pets welcome, has dog door, fenced yard.

Cedar Cottage Retreat with Mountain View’s
Welcome to the Cedar Cottage nestled in the foothills of San Diego county. Where Vintage/Rustic charm meets modern sophistication. The Cottage sleeps 3 in 1 Queen bed and 1 comfortable Twin bed, 1 bathroom. Pet friendly. Just 2 miles from Sycuan resort, casino & golf . Get back to nature at this delightful cabin hideaway in the hills just 3.5 miles from the quaint town of Alpine. This very special private estate has natural beauty when looking out from the cottage in any direction.

Fun 1 bd apt on a horse ranch, hiking and biking !
Welcome to our family petting zoo farm and horse ranch in Jamul! Our small ranch is in a quiet, beautiful valley with miles of trails right outside our gate. We horses, mini donkeys, goats, chickens and we sell fresh eggs, ask us! We are a 30 minute drive to the beaches, downtown San Diego, and most SD attractions. Locally we have a gas/convince/liquor store. Rancho San Diego is a 10 minute drive with Target, Grocery, Starbucks and many restaurants. We have hot water and WIFI.

Retreat house. Nature, Hot Tub, Views!
Expansive spaces, ocean views, birds singing, and larger than life granite boulders all come together to offer something that feels like magic. More like a national park than a home, we've found that guests enjoy the pace and peaceful surroundings and spend most of their visit without leaving. That being said, if you're feeling more exploratory, there are many options within a short drive including hiking, wine tasting, horseback riding, fishing, and even sky-diving.

Vacation Paradise-Heated Pool+Hot Tub+FirePit+EV
This is the perfect Guest House with a salted & heated pool & hot tub. We are located in a super quiet & very safe neighborhood in beautiful San Diego, 15 minutes drive to Downtown, La Jolla, Beaches, Zoo, Sea World & Convention Center. Hike next door at Mission Trails & Lake Murray. Smart TV, wifi, two zone AC, full kitchen, W/D combo and top quality finishes await you inside. Everything you need for memorable vacation! No smoking or vaping on the property.

Retro Fun, S'mores & Smiles in Bettie Blue
Your one of a kind RV adventure is centered between the Laguna Hills and the coast of San Diego, in sunny East County! Glamp in style in the new 2019 Retro Riverside trailer. This camper is set up with all the modern amenities with the quaint mid-century modern design of a teardrop trailer. The trailer sleeps 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 small children. You will have 1 designated parking spot available to you. Come have flashback fun in a Retro RV!

Gorgeous Guest Home
NEW 1 bed/1bath guest home located in beautiful Alpine. Includes a fully furnished living space, equipped kitchenette, Two Smart TVs, and WIFI. Extra large room with a super comfy Queen size bed. Full size bathroom with washer and dryer. Unit has A/C and heat. Parking is located on property. Wonderful neighbors and neighborhood. The entrance is completely private. Minutes to Viejas or the Sky Falconry. 🦅
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