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

Cottage in Temecula with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Temecula, CA
  • Place, Ponte Winery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilson Creek Winery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Galway Downs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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!

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Additional fees and requirements apply
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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
Property Registration Number 94-225, RVC-191

About the area

Temecula

Located in Valle De Los Caballos, a neighbourhood in Temecula, this cottage is in a rural area. Old Town Temecula Community Theater and Temecula Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Vail Headquarters and Promenade. Paint a Dream and Mulligan Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Temecula, CA

What's nearby

  • Ponte Winery - 2 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Wilson Creek Winery - 3 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Callaway Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Thorton Winery - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Galway Downs - 6 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wilson Creek Winery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Temecula Valley Wine Country - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Europa Village Wineries & Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oak Mountain Winery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Akash Winery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage Haven - Nestled In The Heart Of Wine Country And Horse Country located?

Located in Valle De Los Caballos, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ponte Winery, Avensole Winery and Rancho Palomar Winery. Wiens Cellars and Fazeli Cellars Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 150 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is absolutely gorgeous, modern, beautiful furniture, comfortable I’m very tranquil. Would recommend this property to anyone who looking to be in the peaceful and quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

brooke K.

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

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

Andrea S.

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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Loretta L., Olympia, Washington

Cozy and clean

The Cottage was cozy and comfortable and perfect for a small family. The kitchen was well stocked and also came with an ample supple of coffee. This enjoyable cute and cozy cottage is close to wineries, Old Town and is a little Temecula secret. I will come back when I visit my family
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

Amazingly Adorable Cottage

We are so glad that we booked this property for my sister's wedding weekend. It was only about ten minutes from her wedding venue location, which was so much better than the nearest hotel. It was the perfect place for her to have downtime with her maid of honor the night before her wedding. She liked it so much that she and her husband even decided to stay there after their wedding reception. The owners made things very easy and were very accommodating. Would recommend to anyone looking for an easy, cozy, relaxing getaway.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Allison K., Scottsdale AZ

Beautiful cottage

My husband and I spent two nights here at The Cottage. We drove over from Arizona to check out the wine country. Staying at the cottage was a real treat. The owner met us when we arrived and showed us to the property. The cottage was just adorable. Perfect for the two of us but definitely room for another couple or 2 kids. The layout and size was perfect and the decor was very well done. Great location for wineries and downtown/old town. Definitely recommend Pedego electric bikes for touring wine country. Looking forward to coming back here for another visit/stay.

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris P., Long Beach

Wonderful, Attention to Every Detail!

My wife, 5-year-old son, and I stayed at Cottage Haven for a weekend while we were in town for a wedding, and we had a wonderful time. We've stayed at a lot of vacation rentals, and we've never been to one where the owners showed more attention to detail. All of the basics were there: comfortable, nicely decorated, well-stocked kitchen, cozy living areas, thoroughly clean, comfortable bed and nice bedding. But, what really stood out were the small details: the air conditioning had been turned on in advance due to the heat; there were fresh flowers throughout the house; soft music was playing when we arrived; fresh towels had been set out by the pool. These were all small things, but they made us feel welcome. The cottage itself was beautiful. It's small but felt extremely roomy. And, the overhead loft, which opens out to the living room and has two beds, is ideal for kids. Our son really enjoyed hanging out in the loft. We loved the location as well. It's relatively far away from downtown (about 10 mins) by Temecula standards, but it's only minutes away from many of the local wineries. It's great for having easy access to town but feeling like you're out in the country. One consideration for families: the pool is directly out the back door of the cottage. Our son is pool safe, and we did not feel that additional safety measures were necessary, but this is worth noting for visitors with little ones. A great stay in every way! We will definitely stay here if we find ourselves in Temecula again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the best place we have ever stayed! Super clean and cute, with plenty of space. Enjoyed the hot tub and had fun playing horseshoes. Beautiful, relaxed setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Loved it!

Exactly as advertised. The hosts were extremely kind. Property was beautiful. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christianne T.

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

Nice and Cozy

Loved the cottage. The small, thoughtful amenities provided by the owners - toiletries, house slippers, safe box, kitchen utensils, towels, etc. - were greatly appreciated and super helpful. A few things to note: the handheld showerhead, microwave and pot rack were out of reach for me (I am 5'0" tall). My spouse is luckily 6'1" but had difficulty reaching these items themself. Due to the location, any guest may want to consider bringing their own Hotspot for wifi. At no fault to the property owners, the wifi provider failed to work for 1.5 days during our stay. The features of the homestead were so beautiful however that having strong wifi may not be a priority since guests would be outdoors and/or "unplugging."
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Honeymoon Suite

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

8/10 Good

Francie S.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

richard m.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Stephanie L.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Joe and Shari Franklin

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We moved from Orange County CA to the beautiful Temecula Valley in 2009. Temecula is such a great place to raise a family and we have loved our time here. There is so much to do and enjoy here: wineries, hot air balloons, casinos, wedding venues, nearby Lake Skinner and Vail Lake, horse back riding - you name it, we got it!

Why they chose this property

We chose our five acre ranch because it was situated close to shopping, restaurants and wineries, while feeling like you are out in the country. It also gives our labradoodles space to run and play! Tranquility, peace and quiet is what makes out property amazing!

What makes this property unique

It is so rare in California to find a brick, ranch style house - when we drove up to this property we knew it was for us! And then when we saw the cute cottage on the property and we fell in love with it. We love sharing our property with friends and family and are excited to share it with you.

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