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Spectacular Villa Overlooking Lake Hodges!

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Welcome to this dream home
A huge kitchen with everything you need
The master bedroom
Welcome to this dream home
The front of the house is beautiful!
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14632 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Escondido, CA
  • Popular LocationRancho Bernardo Inn Course11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarmel Mountain Plaza13 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Diego Zoo Safari Park16 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2nd master

1 King Bed

2nd queen room

1 King Bed

Loft Room

2 Queen Beds

Master

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen room 3

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Spectacular Villa Overlooking Lake Hodges!

This lovely villa is in the exclusive Lake Hodges community, only 20 minutes north of bustling San Diego, and ten miles from the heart of Rancho Santa Fe. While more peaceful and secluded than staying in the city proper, you'll still enjoy easy day trips to museums, the San Diego Zoo, and beautiful Southern California beaches. Legoland in Carlsbad is just 19 miles west, and right in the neighboring communities of Rancho Santa Fe and Escondido you'll find many different restaurants, galleries, and shops.

This custom-built Southern California retreat takes advantage of the great year-round weather with multiple outdoor patios, perfect for your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the afternoon. There are panoramic views of nearby Lake Hodges and the coastal mountains, with many gorgeous spots for outdoor entertaining.

You'll enjoy three distinct outdoor sitting and dining areas, along with plenty of peaceful, quiet spots to steal away with a good book. And of course, you'll want to spend time in the saltwater pool, complete with a cave and waterfall and the eight-person hot tub for a gorgeous view of the lake. (Please be aware that the pool is usually left unheated, but can be heated for an additional daily fee).

When you do come inside, a lovely sitting area overlooks the water—this is a perfect spot for unwinding at the end of the day. Throughout this vacation home, there are multiple TVs with Cable and DVD players for your enjoyment. There is also WiFi so you'll be able to easily look up recipes, find nearby attractions, or stay in touch while you are away.

The gourmet kitchen is truly a work of art. You'll have beautiful stainless-steel appliances, including a state-of-the-art double Viking oven and six-burner stovetop, two refrigerators, a separate pantry area, as well as a Bosch double dishwasher! Whether you're planning a festive holiday meal or just heating leftovers up in the microwave, you'll find everything you could ever need here.

At night, the six bedrooms will sleep up to 14 guests, with a king-sized bed in the beautiful master bedroom. This relaxing space also has its own sitting area, lake view, and gorgeous master bathroom, complete with soaking tub and a separate shower. A second master bedroom has a king-sized bed, there is a 3rd bedroom with a King bed, the 4th bedroom has 2 queen beds, the 5th bedroom has 2 queen beds, and the 6th bedroom has 1 queen bed.

At this sunny California retreat, you will also have a large front-loading washer and dryer, so there's no need to over-pack or accumulate an unwieldy dirty clothes pile for the trip home.

From here, ocean beaches are about a 20-minute drive west. Attractions closer to the Villa include beer tasting and brewery tours at Stone Brewing Company, five miles north and the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve for hiking, biking and equestrian trails just to the west. In addition, the outdoor activities of Lake Hodges are right outside the front door of this villa. Of course, your favorite activity here may just be hanging out pool-side, relaxing in the hot tub, or lounging around one of the lovely outdoor seating areas, viewing picturesque Lake Hodges.

For an unforgettable Southern California vacation rental, this amazing villa offers luxurious amenities and breathtaking views! When you need an impressive retreat for up to 14 guests, this Lake Hodges Villa is the ideal destination.

Property manager

Evan Leib
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No unauthorized guests, pets, or loud music allowed at any time throughout your stay. Quiet hours are from 9 p.m. - 8 a.m. every night of the week.
We have security cameras located outside and noise monitors in place to ensure that we are respectful of our neighbors.
Please ensure that all doors and windows are closed by 9 pm each night and that all guests are brought inside so we do not disturb the neighbors

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Escondido

Located in Escondido, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Del Mar Fairgrounds are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Queen Califa's Magical Circle, or check out an event or a game at Del Mar Racetrack. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Escondido, CA

What's nearby

  • Rady Children Hospital - 6 min drive
  • California Center For The Arts - 9 min drive
  • Rancho Bernardo Inn Course - 11 min drive
  • Carmel Mountain Plaza - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 26 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - 6 min drive
  • The Cheesecake Factory - 6 min drive
  • Red Robin Gourmet Burgers - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Westfield North County Fair Food Court - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular Villa Overlooking Lake Hodges! have a pool?

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

Is Spectacular Villa Overlooking Lake Hodges! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secret gem with lovely views!
The house was rented for both leisure and work. I've stayed at a number of homes in the surrounding cities of San Diego, and this home was just wonderful. The three separate outdoor patio's were excellent, with one of them providing one of the most breathtaking views of the hills and lake. The indoor also blends in really well with the outdoor, really unique architecture and design. The host was very responsive. I would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

orah g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views are incredible
Beautiful home. Large and great for groups or families. Really the views are what makes this home so incredible. The manager is great and answered all our questions almost immediately. Some small things were a little annoying (internet needed to be reset a few times, not enough pool towels provided) But nothing big and overall we had a great stay. Perfect for cooking at home with two fridges, bbq grill, plenty of appliances. Pool was fun with great waterfall feature. This is actually the second time we’ve stayed at this home and enjoyed our stay both times. Lots of space to spread out so you never feel cramped even when traveling with a large group. Costco, Trader Joe’s and other grocery stores in close proximity too. Great home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anish m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway
We enjoyed the beautiful views from morning to night. Rooms were spacious and cool. We took advantage of the beautiful breezes late afternoon and evening. The children’s spent most of their time in the pool. We made many family meals in the chefs kitchen. Thank you we enjoyed our family vacation in this absolutely wonderful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Reunion
Host was very responsive to small issues with the house, and there was plenty of space for the family to spread out or congregate. The kids loved the pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
San Diego area Wedding
We rented this property in 2019 and the return trip in June of 2023 for a 5 night stay was again wonderful. The property's location provides beautiful, wide-sweeping views of Lake Hodges and the valley from above. We hiked the trails around Lake Hodges one afternoon. We love the home's amenities, including the pool, hot tub, ping pong table, fantastic kitchen, and the numerous areas where you can dine, inside or out, with great views. The home was very clean and there were plenty of bedrooms with sitting areas to spread out our group of 3 couples. Each couple took turns preparing dinner, and the kitchen, along with the catering area behind the kitchen, are well stocked with everything you will need. The property's host, Evan, checked on us via e-mail, after our 1st night's stay, to be sure all was in order. Communication with him was a pleasure and he was very responsive when we alerted him to an issue with the gas stove not fully working. He had a serviceman out the same day to work on it while we were at the zoo. Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay, once again, at this property. It is the perfect location to give you a feeling of being in the countryside, yet close enough to visit all San Diego has to offer in the city and along the beaches. My wife loves the little, well-stocked, library in the home, and found numerous places to curl up and read throughout the house. We hope to make a return stay the next time our travels bring us to the San Diego area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Evan Leib

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Hi! My name is Evan. I’m an entrepreneur with a passion for hospitality and real estate, always looking to create amazing guest experiences. I have been living in beautiful San Diego for 11 years now. I enjoy trying new restaurants, being outdoors, and designing new units. I thoroughly enjoy hosting guests, providing exceptional customer service, and giving great local tips to help all of my guests enjoy their experience in amazing San Diego. Definitely check with me for amazing sunset locations, where to go for superb walks, and where to have mind-blowing culinary experiences! I will always try to meet your expectations and even go beyond the expectation of your stay. If you have any suggestions for me, please let me know! Some great features I have are due to the inspirations of other guests that stayed with me and had interesting ideas. So please don't hesitate to let me know your thoughts. Feel free to communicate with me!

Why they chose this property

This stunning six-bedroom Southern California vacation rental is 6,800 square feet of gorgeous, relaxing, lake-view vacation space! With a game room, library, a private hot tub, and lap pool, and eight TVs throughout, this spectacular Tuscan-style villa offers amenities galore! You may find that you want to stay at home your whole trip, lounging by the pool, soaking in the hot tub, or enjoying drinks out in the gazebo.

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