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Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Interior
Living area
Dining
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 2139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Escondido, CA
  • Place, Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views

Corporate Housing or Vacation Retreat! This is an extraordinary place. It is a quiet, private, light, and airy country cottage with 1100 square feet of living space on nearly an acre of land near beautiful Lake Hodges. The house is fully renovated with stunning, high-end materials. It's not your average rental. Sit in the spacious screened-in porch and take in the scenery. Enjoy the sun or night sky on the outdoor lounge chairs and enjoy another exquisite view. The house is surrounded by nature. It has one bedroom with an en-suite bath downstairs and a beautiful master bath with a queen-sized sleeping loft upstairs. It is fully equipped with high-speed wifi, printer, office supplies, full subscription cable TV plus most streaming services. You are a 15-20 minute drive to Del Mar beach and racetrack down a gorgeous country road through Rancho Santa Fe. Hop on the 15 freeway and be in Temecula or downtown San Diego in 20-30 minutes. You are near the Wild Animal Park (15 minutes), and there are many shops and restaurants. It is very centrally located. Close to Palomar Hospital, shopping, etc. A feeling of a quiet retreat, with everything close by.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 15
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Suitable for children over 10 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
It is a quiet neighborhood. Please be respectful of noise at all times.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Escondido

Located in Lake Hodges, a neighbourhood in Escondido, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Carmel Mountain Plaza and Bates Nut Farm are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park and Wildlife Research Center. San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Queen Califa's Magical Circle are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Escondido, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 26 min drive - 33.1 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 29 min drive - 49.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 30 min drive - 52.5 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 27 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Robin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Crab - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Country Cottage with Amazing Light and Views located?

Located in Lake Hodges, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge, Queen Califa's Magical Circle and Rady Children Hospital. The Vineyard at Escondido is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley is a wonderful host and curated her cottage perfectly. It feels like home, we simply love it. We have been several times and plan to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim E., Naperville, IL

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

Perfect!

We loved everything about this house, and would love to stay here again someday. Shelley went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a spectacular cottage with lots of space, beautiful decor and an abundance of amenities. The host has done an outstanding job of providing everything one might want, right down to high quality olive oil and other provisions. The natural setting is lovely and the views, as advertised, are amazing. looking over the valley in which the city of Escondido is located. In our experience everything worked perfectly. It was a genuine please to stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel G.

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

It did not disappoint (bis)

It was our second visit in two years, and we LOVED just as much our stay at this thoughtfully curated San-Diego dream house! Shelley is such a thoughtful host, we hope to come back soon!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

Charming Cottage with Spectacular Views

Loved, loved, loved this charming cottage. The view of the valley and surrounding mountains is spectacular. The beds and furniture is very comfortable. And the host has provided for every need - the kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked and there are ample linens, towels, and supplies. We stayed at the cottage for almost 4 weeks and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 25 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., Martinsburg

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

Wonderful experience

This is a delightful house with a gorgeous view. We enjoyed sitting on the screened porch and watching the birds soar by at eye level. The flowers on the property and in the surrounding neighborhood were beautiful. Our host was very accommodating and has equipped the house with every amenity.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terra G.

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

Beyond Amazing

This property is a true gem! It's beautiful, quiet, peaceful, and relaxing. This is NOT your average VRBO, its a little slice of heaven with attention to detail that could be featured on HGTV. The view from the screened in porch is awe inspiring. If you are looking for a serene place to enjoy the greater San Diego area, look no further! Shelley went above and beyond as a host, which made my stay even better. She was thoughtful, helpful, and informative. 5 stars all the way around! I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel G.

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

Lake Hodge Villa

We LOVED our stay in this charming & inviting little San Diego dream house — It is literally a little corner of paradise. We wanted a quiet, peaceful, inspiring abode for our vacation and that’s exactly what we got. With nature all around the house, we felt a bit secluded from the rest of the world, slowed down the city’s fast rythm, soaking in the fantastic views it has to offer as well. The thoughtfully curated house made us feel at home right from the start and we could see that the host put a lot of care and intentionality in the way the different rooms are decorated. It made us appreciate the simpler things such as drinking coffee on the patio, or a cocktail in front of the fireplace. We were also impressed by the abundance of amenities - we had everything we needed and even more. Shelly is such a thoughtful host, leaving us a note to greet us and a delicious surprise and always reponding to our questions in a heartbeat. We are hoping this becomes our ”local thing” and to go back again next year to make new unforgettable memories!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella C., United Kingdom

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

Exceptional!

I travel to the US for our office in Carlsbad (usually) around 4 times per year from the UK, and I always stay in a different location in the area. Shelleys house is by far the nicest place I have stayed in the last 4-5 years. Not only is in a quiet neighborhood, yet convenient position to all routes, it has AMAZING views on the beautiful screened decking area- with amazing sunrises. The house has WAY more utilities than any rental property I have stayed at before, it really is a home from home. Treat yourself and STOP looking around and stay here (just not when I want to stay here again ;-D Thanks for being amazing Shelley!
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

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

Quiet, well appointed, beautiful property.

This is the best provisioned and one of the nicest properties we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ricci R., San Jose, CA

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

A life changing experience

The house is peacefully tucked away and was exactly what I needed to focus deeply on my work and personal life. Every single amenity I needed was provided by Shelley, she literally thought of everything. I literally cannot say enough about how amazing the stay was. It was literally life changing, and I am thankful for the experience. Wow. Thank you Shelley!
Stayed 59 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Host was Amazing!

Shelley is so great to work with- very accommodating!
Stayed 62 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hidehiro F., Saitama Japan

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

Quiet and clean

It was a very clean and comfortable house. And it has everything we need. We can use many white towels like hotel ,bathrobe and European style bathtub I like.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

AWESOME Cottage!!!!

You will not go wrong booking this property! It's a darling cottage that is immaculate. The views from the screened porch of the mountains is to die for. You feel like you are living in a treehouse. The décor feels like a seaside cottage, very fresh, light, and airy. Shelley is a wonderful host. It really is an absolutely fabulous home-away-from-home.

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Sonnentag

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