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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a hot tub at Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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7 bedrooms5 bathrooms741 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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

Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch

Welcome to The Ranch by AvantStay—an expansive private estate where California sunshine meets timeless sophistication. Nestled between the coastal charm of Encinitas and the rolling hills near San Diego, this retreat offers both serenity and access to world-class beaches, vibrant dining, and hill country experiences.

Inside, soaring windows flood the main living area with natural light and Encinitas vistas. Gather with your group around the plush sofas, enjoy a round of pool, foosball, or a few friendly competitions on the arcade games, or host celebratory meals in the elegant dining area. The fully equipped kitchen—complete with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar seating, and abundant counter space—makes entertaining effortless. A dedicated laundry area with a washer and dryer ensures added convenience during your stay.

This spacious retreat features seven well-appointed bedrooms and five full bathrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 19 guests. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, a group celebration, or a multi-family vacation, the home offers ample room and privacy for everyone to relax and unwind.

The backyard is a paradise of its own: a sparkling pool framed by lush landscaping, a soothing hot tub, and multiple al fresco dining spaces perfect for long California afternoons. Lounge on the tiered sun decks, fire up the outdoor BBQ grill for a poolside feast, or relax beneath the pergola as soft evening light fills the valley below. As night falls, gather around the glowing fire pit with cocktails in hand, letting the warm breeze and panoramic views set the tone for an unforgettable stay.

Located minutes from the beach, with a perfect balance of elegance and entertainment, The Ranch is your invitation to savor Southern California living at its most elevated—whether you're seeking a family retreat, a group celebration, or simply a private escape close to Encinitas' beaches, San Diego's cultural gems, and the region's acclaimed wineries.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

Encinitas and San Diego are two of Southern California's most beloved coastal destinations, blending laid-back surf culture with vibrant city energy. In Encinitas, you'll find pristine beaches perfect for surfing or sunbathing, charming local cafés, yoga studios, and a relaxed atmosphere that embodies classic California living. Just a short drive south, San Diego offers endless attractions—from the world-famous San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park to lively neighborhoods like Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy. With year-round sunshine, stunning Pacific sunsets, and a mix of outdoor adventure and cultural experiences, these destinations are ideal for families, couples, and groups seeking both relaxation and excitement.

Home Truths:
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Pool and/or spa heat is a paid feature and must be requested 24–48 hours before check-in. It must be purchased for the entire duration of your stay.
- Pool heat is available at $150 per day (propane). Spa heat is available at $50 per day.
- NO loud noise at ALL TIMES.
- No parties and no outside music
- Please note that grounds personnel may be on site during your stay.
- Please note: Access to the horse ranch is not permitted, as it is not part of the rental property.
- Only the home and the pool area are included in the rental. The horse stables and ranch along the driveway are not part of the rental and are off-limits to guests.

Parking Details:
- Please make sure you park only in the designated property parking locations. If your home offers street parking, please make sure you read all posted signage.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff.

We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,980 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Escondido, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Del Mar Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are popular area attractions. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Batiquitos Lagoon are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Escondido travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Legoland California showing rides
    LEGOLAND® California
    19 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Ranunculus field
    Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    20 min drive - 17.4 km
  • A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning
    Carlsbad State Beach
    25 min drive - 22.6 km
  • San Elijo Hills Dog Park
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    20 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center
    25 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bridges
    21 min drive
  • One More Bite Dumpling
    9 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • St. Mark Executive Course & Tap In Tavern
    9 min drive
  • Amalfi Cucina Italiana
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Lake San Marcos Executive Course, and California State University San Marcos. Stagecoach Park and St. Mark Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Private Estate w/ Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Encinitas | The Ranch Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
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10/10 Excellent

Brayden W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay!

Beautiful house with lots to do around the area and amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a big group

We used the Ranch for a huge family reunion, and it was just right: Lots of hangout spaces of various sizes (some big enough for the whole group), an inviting pool and spa, and reasonable proximity to the beach and the city. It's occasionally rough around the edges and could use a bit of maintenance, but overall comfortable, functional and well-equipped. The pros vastly outweigh the cons. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

6/10 Okay

Daniela A.

A good time, however not a favorite

Let me start off by saying we did have a nice time, our family always does. The house was nice and fit our large family. The view is beautiful, but the maintenance on the house and landscaping needs some TLC. The bushes were overgrown and there were weeds everywhere. Our main issue was with the owner and the amount of times we were visited. We felt as if we were being checked on constantly. The first day we arrived the owner was kind enough to allow my parents to enter 2 hours early while they waited for the rest of the family. That being said we were visited by him or his wife a total of 5 times. Actually 8 times if you count the pool service and cleaning lady.! The first day his wife arrived and wanted to meet the family. At first we didn't think anything of it but then it got out of hand. That same day a pool service man came to check the pool, not a big deal since the kids were not in it yet. However ,The next day, Friday the owner came 3 different times to the house! Also another pool service man arrived, which forced our kids to get out so he could service the pool!! Shouldn't pool services be handled when guest will not be at the house? We had pool service twice!! That same day we were playing country music outside while the kids played in the pool and the parents relaxed pool side. The owner showed up again to let us know that one there is no outside music allowed and if you must it can only be within a certain decibel level!! How in the world did he know what our decibels were you ask? Well, he showed up with a machine that measures decibels and said we were exceeding the allowed amount. It was 3:00 in the afternoon might I add and the one speaker playing music was still allowing us all to speak to each other. Then the cleaning lady shows on Friday to pick up cleaning supplies from the 4 huge storage units he has stored next to the house, of course he doesn't show them in his pictures of the home. These ugly units take up the whole side of the house. We saw this same cleaning lady again on Sunday before we were due out of the house along with his wife. We were still packing and getting ready to leave when 3 people showed up to hurry us along. He also charged us to heat the pool, but would shut off control at 4:00 p.m. If you don't mind having constant visitors bothering you then this place is for you, but if you want to left alone and relax, pick another location. We will not return or recommend to friends.

10/10 Excellent

Bryahna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway

Such a beautiful home! Nice and secluded from the urban SoCal area. Family was able to enjoy San Diego, then retire in a nice spacious villa.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Experience

We spent every day in the pool! This was perfect for our group of 19. Arcade games and the pool/pingpong tables were very popular, and we completed several puzzles on the dining table. Plenty of room for spreading out or gathering as a group. Picked up Tip Top Meats prime rib dinners dinners the first night, took sand castle building lesson with EJ, and Chef Alonzo came in and cooked a marvelous Italian dinner our last night. Very private feeling and wonderful views. Fed the horses treats and observed humming birds, bunnies, lizards, frogs and a snake! So cool. Bob, his son Dylan and Roy, the daily main man, were very responsive to any requests we had for assistance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb!

Fantastic property and owners. Beautiful spacious estate overlooking the hills with a wonderful pool and hot tub. Plenty of room for our guests. Owners Bob and Dylan were prompt, polite, and always accommodating. Nearby horses were a big plus! There’s a small town just a few minutes drive with grocery store, a Starbucks, and a few restaurants. This was a superb getaway for my old medical school friends and I, and we recommend you get in touch with Bob and book this place right away!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent all around

Bob is simply the best. He communicates quickly and clearly, and ensured that our stay on the property went as smooth as possible. 1000% recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

This is a beautiful home with great outdoor spaces for fun and relaxing. Lots for kids to do. Pool was delightful. Bob is very friendly and responsive and he is quick to act on anything you need.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Ranch by the Sea is fabulous!

Don't even give it a second thought! The Ranch by the Sea is amazing. Wonderful memories will be had. Our family of 5 (Mom, Dad, and 3 teen boys) had a awesome time! At first we were concerned that it would be too big but it suited us perfectly and we could see how it would comfortably suit much larger parties as well. There was so much to do and see. Pros: *Views, they were amazing!!! Just stunning. We loved hanging out on the balconies and enjoying them. *The flowers and plants growing on the property were gorgeous. It was fun to walk around and take a look at them all. *The horses, Blondie & Culpepper were super sweet. We enjoyed visiting them, petting them, & feeding them carrots. *The video games & pool table provided a lot of fun. One of the pinball machines was not working when we got there but once we informed Bob he had it repaired immediately. *Bob, the owner, was very responsive to our needs. He typically responded right away. *Surplus of supplies. The place was well stocked with the exception of shampoo, conditioner & body wash but those were easy to get down the road at Albertsons. *Alphonso the private chef, recommended by Bob, was out of this world good! We HIGHLY RECOMMEND having him come cater a few meals. We had him 2 of our 5 nights and wish we would have had him over more. It was such a treat and the food was sooooo good and reasonably priced. If I had to come up with some Cons it would be the following: *The place could use a sprucing up of paint here & there. *The diving board in the pics is no longer there. *The microwave was wonky but worked with some finessing. None of the Cons were even remotely deal breakers, just things we noticed. Overall this place was just wonderful. As a family that has rented dozens of homes, we found this one to be our favorite. We would definitely love to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible house with phenomenal views

The property was incredible, the pool and hot tub were really nice. We had a group of 22 adults and Bob made the check-in process incredibly easy. Lots of space with enough beds for everyone. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horse country charm

This property offers the best of both worlds ! A rambling estate in a serene setting yet only about a half hour to the beach so that you can enjoy all that southern CA has to offer. Our grandkids loved being able to see and feed horses, climb on the playground and swing on the tree swings. And the pool area and other entertainment areas were just perfect . Bob was very attentive and accommodating and the property truly had everything we needed to enjoy a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views and hospitality!

The property was fantastic! Bob was a very communicative and enthusiastic host. He provided us with lots of info and details on the house and activities. He gave a great deal to stay at the house for a couple extra days. He cared about his guests and making sure all the aspects of the property were sufficient for us! Great heated pool and jacuzzi, and beautiful patio! Amazing experience overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Family Weekend

We had a wonderful time. The house is beautiful and the host, Bob, is super nice and easy to work with. We had a great horseback riding lesson, swam in the pool, played pool and arcade games. Very very comfortable beds. And Bob’s wife is an excellent photographer so we had family pictures taken. We would stay here again. The view is outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property near La Costa

Great venue to enjoy the north San Diego area for my family & friends. Isolated property gave us a peaceful and relaxing 2 weeks in the foothills. Property was as described. Pool was as clean as I have had as a rental .Definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

vera n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome getaway in socal

I was looking for a place to get together with friends and? family during? thanksgiving. we all got tested to have a peace of mind and be responsible for the public. vrbo and Airbnb had technical problems and I got double booked four times and finally when I? wanted to? book w Bob my cc has reached the limit from previous booking but he made it happen! house was great had all the amenities we wanted the only thing to note is the bathroom for one of the cottage outside is inside the main house. but everything was great Bob was very accomofating. had plenty of supplies for us. thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Remote Getaway with Family and Friends

Bob’s Horse Ranch home is exactly what we needed for our social distancing summer getaway. Bob was incredibly responsive on every little thing and a great host. My favorite part of the home was the massive terrace on the main floor. Huge table, couches, fire pits, grill, other seating areas. We loved sitting out there during sunset grilling with a cocktail and watching the hot air balloons. The pool was perfect and clean. The bedrooms are broken into pairs throughout the house with shared bathrooms. 4 are inside the main house. 3 are either in the casita across the walkway or down by the pool. Kitchen is well equipped with extra fridge and freezer space, which was nice. The living room is not a traditional setup. There are pinball and vintage arcade games, which members of my family loved. If they get too loud for you, Either shut them off or go outside to that terrace I was telling you about. There are only big club chairs in the living room and not a couch, with a big pool table in the middle. If you want to sit around a couch, head outside. We went for daily hikes on the trails around the property, horseback riding with Bob and his son and fed the horses carrots daily. The kids loved the playground too. The beach is about a 30 min drive. The Belchibg Beaver is a great brewery close by where we picked up some great supplies for the trip as well Overall a really great experience and a fun home in The Western side of Escondido. I would recommend Bob’s home for a remote getaway.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing vacation

It’s been a week since we left and we have all commented that we wish we were back. The place felt isolated and separate from everything but was also a quick drive to whatever we wanted or needed. The grocery store was minutes away, Costco a little farther, and the beach was about 20 min away. There was a huge pantry to store our food as well as two full refrigerators. This was helpful since we were social distancing and brought most of what we needed with us. The home has a large wrap around patio where we spent much of our time. The pool, playground, and beautiful trees were well loved as well. The house had plenty of room for two families, kids, and nannies. Bob was very accommodating and always available. If needed. The kids absolutely loved their horseback riding lesson. And now I’m probably going to have to continue them! Thank you for everything. We hope to be back someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation!

We had a great vacation with our quarantine buddies. We had a group of 9 adults and 6 kids and the way the house is spaced out it was perfect. It also has great common area so we can all come together. The pool was great too. The kids and adults all had a blast. We highly recommend this location for a larger group. Bob is easy to work with and has great stories. We hope to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Arthur L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house

Bob has an awesome house and was great to work with. We had a group of 16 people and there were enough real beds for everyone. Usually you find houses that say they sleep 16 but that means everyone is a couple! The house was super clean, beds comfortable and the pool and hot tub were incredibly nice to come home to! Would love to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and great place

We had a HS baseball team stay here and everyone had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

We had a group of 16 women and 1 infant staying at this beautiful home. It was absolutely amazing! So clean and was more stunning in person. Bob was so great to work with, he replied to every e-mail I sent him in a quick, timely and friendly manner. He met us when we arrived and went over everything with us and was right there whenever and whatever we needed. The location was perfect for what we wanted to do, winery tours and sit around this amazing house and enjoy the pool, hot tub and fire pit every evening. If you are planning a trip to this area you definitely need to book this house, you will love it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ranch vacation

Bob could not have been more accommodating and responsive. My party enjoyed the pool , dinner and drinks on the deck , late night games of pool and fuse ball to name a few. The place came as advertised and as expected. Plenty of room for a large group. Setting is convenient with easy access to San Diego , beaches and golf. A few of my must sees include sunset dinner at Jakes Del Mar , Coronado beach with happy hour on the hotel deck , lunch at the Stone Brewing Co. , Petco stadium , Gaslamp district , SD Zoo and Balboa park botanical gardens and a day at Universal Studios. With the latter , if prone to motion sickness , premedicate with Bonine. Of course my favorite was a round of golf at Torrey Pines. The views and conditions were spectacular! All in all a great place for guests of all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

5 star hotel rating!

From the moment we drove up to the ranch we knew we were going to love our stay. It’s totally private, beautiful surroundings and the views are gorgeous. This was our annual Celebration of Life reunion. We had a large group of women and everyone had a comfortable bed. The home was large enough for everyone to have quiet time, but also be all together at the big dining room table. The kitchen was totally equipped with everything you needed to cook. Plenty of towels for the pool. All kinds of games to keep you all busy and having fun. All you need is your small carry bag and your set for a fun time. I would definitely recommend staying here for family or friend gatherings. The owner Bob was there to greet us and give us a simple, informative tour of the home and grounds. He made it easy and we didn’t have to bother him during our stay. I encourage anyone thinking about this home to book your vacation here, you’ll be over the top happy. We will be coming back. Oh, if anyone in your party likes horseback riding Bob will let you ride in the areana and even take you on trail rides. So much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

A truly exceptional experience

Our family stayed at the villa this past July and loved both the accommodations and tremendous hospitality shown by Bob. It is hard to describe the property because it really does have both a ranch and villa feel which creates a true retreat setting that is still convenient to area attractions. We had 9 family members ranging in age from 7-68 celebrating my 40th birthday and there was plenty of room to all spread out while still being together as a family. We were there a total of 5 days and drove to the San Diego Zoo which was about 40 min but the Zoo Safari Park was only about 15. We also went to Moonlight State Beach per Bob's recommendation which was fantastic and about 15 min away (though parking was tricky and you just need to drive around Encinitas until you find a spot) While it was convenient to the area like I said it is in itself a destination and retreat. My brother and his wife opted out of driving adventures and spent the entire time at the home and enjoyed books, pinball and relaxing by the pool. My kids loved the diving board, feeding horses, table tennis and night swimming with my parents. There is an Albertson's 5 min away just down the hill which was really nice and extremely convenient. We also hit our favorite area pizza place called Pizza Port which opened a new location about 15 min from the ranch. Overall I can't recommend Bob and the place enough. While it provided a base and comfort it also created an experience that my family and I will always remember as truly unique and special. We can't wait to get back!

10/10 Excellent

rebecca g.

Beautiful ranch!

Bob and his home are wonderful! The home has plenty of bedrooms all clean and beautiful. The billiard table, arcade games, pool, and jungle gym made every age we were traveling with happy. My grandkids loved the huge pool with tons of pool toys, sand toys and boogie boards to take to the beach. There is a grill and huge outdoor eating area. Bob his family are kind and accommodating. They even allowed my granddaughters to ride their pony’s that are on the ranch. We would definitely recommend a stay at the ranch. With beautiful sprawling views of the mountains, a large home and kitchen with everything you could need (cooking supplies, laundry machine, plenty of towels, grill etc.), and a large clean pool, we didn’t need to leave the house for anything. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018