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Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade

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Exterior
A large house with multiple rooms, a pool, and a deck surrounded by trees.
Pool
A pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by tropical plants and a covered seating area with string lights.
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Jennings
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Lakeside, CA
  • Place, Lake Jennings
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Futons

Bedroom 2

+1
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Office 1

1 Single Futon

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade

This beautiful custom home is the perfect fit for families coming together. From lounging poolside with a cold beverage to a friendly competition in the ARCADE or Game Room, there are endless activities to keep everyone entertained. Private hilltop estate on over 7 acre property with 360-degree views of mountains, hills, lakes, city views, and sunsets. Truly, a private oasis.

The Space:
The house is over 4,300 sq. ft. with 4 large bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom and balcony/patio. The Master bedroom is downstairs with a private entrance, spacious bathroom, walk-in closet, jet tub, and a unique cave-like shower. The 4th bedroom is a large mother-in-law suite that is situated upstairs with a private entrance, kitchenette, living space, and balcony. Optional 5th bedroom with working office space which includes dual monitors, printer, murphy bed, and balcony.

Guest Access:
Plenty of parking is available and can easily accommodate parking for guests.

Other Things to Note:
With frequent spotting of hawks, roadrunners, quail, bunnies, reptiles, coyotes, and more, makes this property your own private nature preserve.

Less than 1/2 hour from major San Diego attractions.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3112728vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is in the mountains. Barona Creek Golf Club and Taylor Guitars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Water Conservation Garden and P2K Range. Travelling with kids? Consider La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Barona Speedway.
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Lakeside, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Jennings - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Petco Park - 33 min drive - 45.1 km
  • Mission Bay - 34 min drive - 46.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 34 min drive - 45.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 36 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • Santee Town Center Station - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 28 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greek Chicken - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Hilltop Villa: Pool, Spa, Bar, Arcade located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Renegade Country, Lake Jennings, and Lakeside Baseball Park. San Vicente Reservoir and Creation and Earth History Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Family Spring Break

Everything and more! Our family had a wonderful time and there was so much to do. Look forward to another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great Family Place

The place was great for our large family. Tanya was a great communicator. Loved all the fun activities. Kids were in heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely incredible stay here! We loved the pool, hot tub, and arcade room as they gave us so many fun options both during the day and at night, and made the house feel like a full-on getaway. The outdoor space especially was such a vibe for hanging out, whether we were lounging in the sun or enjoying the evening together.Tanya and Jeff are absolutely amazing hosts! they are super kind, responsive, and incredibly accommodating from start to finish. They made everything seamless, from check-in to any questions we had during the stay, and genuinely went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience.The location was also perfect, convenient enough to get to nearby spots, while still feeling private and peaceful.We couldn’t have asked for a better place. This home exceeded our expectations in every way, and we would 100% stay here again. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emanuelle R.

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

Family Getaway

We had our family and friends yearly getaway and this beautiful home was part of our excitement! Great host, always made and effort to make sure all was well! The accommodations were very comfortable. We had 10 adults and 3 toddlers! Great access. Very grateful!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

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

Best house rental ever

Tanya and Jeff have the greatest home. We had a big group of friends who made use of the property, had an incredible time, and all easily said that this was the best house we could imagine. 25 minutes from the city, less than that to many golf courses, and so many activities to do on the property. I 100000% recommend this house to any groups of families or friends looking!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen T.

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

Great place and hosts!!!

Tanya and Jeff were great hosts! Great communication, very clear check in and check out steps and the property exceeded our expectations. Had plenty of everything we needed for our group of 12, ie towels, fridge space, bedding, cooking and eating supplies. It was great! The property is awesome too. Great view, lots of activities to do or just relax. We loved it and would highly recommend both the hosts and the property. Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Don’t miss it

This place is quite memorable. We had 12 people in our group and we had plenty of room to be comfortable. The was so much to keep everyone busy. The view from the pool was great. I have to say that the Arcade room was a giant hit for the young ones and a few of the adults too. Tanya, the owner, was always very quick to respond with any needs or questions we had. Don’t miss out on this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Amazing house for a large group

This house was perfect for our thanksgiving group of 12. There’s so much to do, from the pool and hot tub, the arcade, karaoke and other games. The layout of the house, both inside and out, offered lots of areas to gather or to get some privacy if needed. The kitchen and bar area were well stocked and we had everything we needed to make thanksgiving dinner. Communication with Tanya and Jeff was easy and thorough. They told us to make ourselves at home and the house made that easy to do! We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Fun and Family

Our 4-family, 3-generation group of 15 (8 adults & 7 kids) had the greatest time at this property. The clean, spacious home and multiple outdoor areas provided hours of fun for all. The hosts supplied all the comforts anyone could want and were very helpful and accessible – even offering to order pizza when our travel plans were delayed. We visited the San Diego attractions that were close by, but the grandkids couldn’t wait each day to return “home” to the pool and arcade. Those of us who had to work found quiet places and fast internet connectivity. This vacation home had something for everyone and will be very hard to top!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena C.

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

Spectacular Views

Our family stayed at the Tavern for our daughter's graduation from SDSU for about 5 days. From check-in to check-out was 5 STARS across the board!! Tanya was truly amazing to work with, from heating the pool to a PERFECT temp, to responding to our questions via text or call right away. At the Tavern there is something for all ages, you can sit and dip your feet in the shady shallow end of the pool, grab a refreshing drink at the indoor/outdoor bar, play a little game of Jenga, or play a quick game of football in grassy yard area the Tavern has it all. Our family had a wonderful time. We will definitely be staying at the Tavern when in SD again. Blessings to Jeff & Tanya :) Dena C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ryan k.

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

Incredible home on the hill.

This property was amazing. It was incredibly well thought out. It had everything you could possibly need. All of the kitchen items were clearly labeled making everything so easy to find. The kids loved the arcade we couldn't get them out of there. The adults loved the karaoke machine, maybe a little too much. The pool is perfect and the views were spectacular. My whole family said it was one of the best experiences they have had at a vacation rental. This place was so fun. The owners were very responsive and helpful answering all of our questions immediately. I would like to sincerely thank them for the incredible stay we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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

A healing paradise! Inside and Out

There should be a special catagory for homes like this and the abilty to add a star cause i haver never stayed anywhere that has been so magical. 12 teens and 2 adults and frienships were made, healed, continued and bonds were forged. The homeowners were avail for questions and any concerns were respond to within minutes. Just great people. There isnt a bad thing i could think of but if i was to make wish it would be an espresso machine cause with all those kids they ran me onto the ground..... Thanks again for an amazing stay. 6 stars 🌟 all the way!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

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