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Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests

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Palomar Vista Lodge - Spacious luxury living at 5,400 ft. elevation. Wonderful!
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Place, Palomar Mountain State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palomar Observatory
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Henshaw
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪113 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom 1 - upper floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 2 - upper floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite - lower floor

1 Queen Bed

The Bunk Room - upper floor

+2
6 Single Beds

The Lounge - lower floor

2 Double Futons

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Hall bath - upper floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Hall bath - upper floor by Bunk Room

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor - kitchen area

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Powder room - main floor

Toilet

Queen Suite private bath - lower floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests

Palomar Vista Lodge is set on over 8 acres on the top of Palomar Mountain, with views to the skyline in San Diego on a clear day. Beautifully updated and decorated, there are five bedrooms and five bathrooms, plus a recreation room with pool table / ping-pong / poker table / bar / and a 2nd kitchen to make your stay enjoyable and memorable. In addition there is a beautiful outside deck of 1,500 sq. feet, a fire pit, Jacuzzi and outdoor barbecue, plus gorgeous lawns, butterfly gardens, and hiking trails and private relaxation spots right on the property that feature gorgeous views, and peaceful tranquility. Perfect for large families, large groups, or multiple families as the home provides large bedrooms with lots of privacy. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, over 3,600 sq. ft of interior living space, Palomar Vista Lodge will come to be your luxurious mountain getaway with friends and family for years to come. We are only 2 miles from the entrance of Palomar Mountain State Park, and 3 miles from the Palomar Observatory. In addition, we have 5 casinos within 20 miles if you want to enjoy some great entertainment, a great value meal, and take your chances at the tables or slot machines. Serving San Diego, Orange, and Riverside Counties, we are about an hour to an hour and a half from all points in Southern California, but you will feel like you are in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Peace and serenity awaits you at Palomar Vista Lodge.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM

Check out before 4:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

Important information

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Property # 403678vb
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 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

About the area

Palomar Mountain

Located in Palomar Mountain, this holiday home is in the mountains. Palomar Mountain State Park and Palomar Mountain reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Palomar Observatory and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Travelling with kids? Consider California Center For The Arts, or check out an event or a game at Galway Downs. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Palomar Mountain, CA

What's nearby

  • Palomar Mountain State Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Palomar Observatory - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Doane Valley Nature Preserve - 23 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Henshaw - 25 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Harrah's Resort Southern California - 52 min drive - 55.3 km

Getting around

  • Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diamond Lounge @ Harrah's Rincon - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Café - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Jilberto's Taco Shop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Palomar Vista Lodge - Luxurious Mountain Estate - Sleeps 16 Guests located?

This family-friendly Palomar Mountain holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Palomar Mountain State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Palomar Observatory and Palomar Mountain. Harrah's Resort Southern California and Casino Pauma are also within 20 miles (32 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. 80 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gennavive W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and property at the top of Palomar Mountain. Quiet yet full of nature. The frogs and birds were a special treat. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khadeeja A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a beautiful location. We hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was super nice and the property was even nicer than the pictures. Definitely coming here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

Great for family gatherings

We had an amazing stay above the clouds. Really could not ask for a better place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casandra T.

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

Amazing place for a family!

This property checked all the boxes, spacious, clean and away from the hustle and bustle. Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Best stay ever

Everything was so clean and good quality. They had everything I could possibly need. My family and I had an amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krishna S.

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

Special place

Beautiful deck and outside area and views, along with comfortable and spacious interior
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Corrine C.

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

Family Fun at Palomar Mountain

Such a beautiful property with so much to do for all ages. Everyone wanted to stay longer! Really appreciated property manager’s prompt responsiveness to questions and made our stay unforgettable! Would rebook in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad V.

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

Mountain memories

Wonderful place! Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Yolanda P.

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

Beautiful property, enjoyable stay.

What a lovely house and property. My group enjoyed walking the grounds, using the jacuzzi, and relaxing with our coffee on the deck early in the mornings of our two night stay. Apart from a couple of minor inconveniences, we highly recommend this property and many of the group expresses a desire to rent this property again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bri T.

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

Perfect for a family stay

This home was perfect for our annual family trip. The kids loved playing outside and exploring the property. There was plenty of room for everyone and the house was very comfortable. The views are incredible! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven n.

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

Great getwaway

Great view with a large deck and lots of property. Had a great time. Very well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C.

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

Incredible Property

This place was perfect for our group. We enjoy spending time outside in nature and there were so many spots to enjoy the scenery, views, trees, pond and stream here. The views and the deck were breathtaking and so were the stars. Communication was great, we were provided with everything we needed and appreciated greatly the generous check in and checkout times. We hope we get the chance to return here! Truly a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Incredible property

Such a special home. We thank the host for sharing. Everything was perfect. We all had a great time and plan on returning in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Y.

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

Amazing Home

This home was perfect for our group. We loved the property and just spending time out on the deck. Michael was an incredibly gracious host and made things so smooth and easy. I would come back to this place without hesitation!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great place for a family gathering

We got our family together for our annual stay. This is, by far, the best place we found to stay in several years. There’s lots of room, very clean, very well equipped. And we had quite a bit of snow left over from the week before so the kids had a lot of fun sledding. We never left the property during the four days we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack E.

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

Blessed Home

If you have a small church group this is the place to be. This is our second year and the owner Michael has been an awesome host. You have all you need here. We look forward to being here again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Beautiful, peaceful location

We enjoyed our stay very much. The grounds are beautiful, with amazing views. The location is very private. The beds were very comfortable. Kitchen had everything that we needed. Teens enjoyed the spa, the ping pong table, and frisbee golf. The toaster oven should be replaced as you can’t read the controls because it is so old. We would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Winter Holiday Vacation

This property is amazing! Our group had 6 adults and 7 children, and everyone had a wonderful time. The house is very spacious with a lot of room to spread out. The backyard is huge. We were able to go sledding on the property which was a huge bonus. We definitely hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

John A.

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

Great laid back visit

Very poor cell phone reception. Stunning views, large comfortable deck with a great fire pit and hot tub. Michael, our host was very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bellina S.

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

Awesome Friends Getaway

Perfect place to get away with your friends and kids. There was so much to do in the house the boys had a blast. Wonderfully remote with an amazing view and relaxing jacuzzi on the deck. The place had all the kitchen accessories needed to make lovely meals and definitely enough space for all 16 of us. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Favorite House

We have been doing an annual NYE trip for 11 years and this is our 3rd time here! It’s a beautiful property and the house has everything we need. In the past there has been snow so we took advantage of some of the hills. This year there wasn’t snow but that meant we could enjoy outside more and play yard games. We plan to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not have imagined or hoped for a more perfect setting for the gathering of our family. It is a stunning property. We spent most of our time on the huge deck surrounding the fire pit and surrounded by the peace and beauty of the Palomar forest. But most special of all is the view. It filled and soothed the soul. Everything about the property was as advertised. It had a very homey feel and it was very well stocked. The master en suite was gorgeous. We did not use the hot tub (we'll be back to try it!)Property manager/owner, Michael, was so very kind and easy to communicate with - best owner experience I have had on any STR site, ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing. The grounds were beautiful with a stunning view. There was everything you could ask for in a kitchen for cooking, baking and plenty of spices to choose from. They had an extensive collection of games. There was no reason to leave the property. We had a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend stay. Michael was very pleasant and easy to communicate with. The property was only a 16 minute walk to one of the lookouts and it was a very pleasant walk. I would most definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrill Y.

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

Beautiful Mountain Getaway!

We had an amazing time! The home was beautiful and accommodated our large party very well. You can't beat the view! Sitting around the fire pit on the deck with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and taking in the scenery and the peace and quiet was such a treat. We enjoyed exploring around the property and even got to play in the snow. The home was so well stocked. Everything was set up so nice and welcoming. Would definitely go back!! Only drawback was that the wifi wasn't great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Owner/property manager

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We are native Californians, and have enjoyed the beauty of Southern California for many years. Living in San Diego, we have many options for recreation, but there is nothing like getting up in the mountains and seeing the natural beauty of 100+ year old oak trees, observing the wildlife, playing in the snow in winter, and enjoying the undeveloped, majestic beauty of the Palomar Mountain State Park and Cleveland National Forest. We love it here on Palomar Mountain.

Why they chose this property

Palomar Vista Lodge was previously known as Celestial Gardens. A wonderful woman lived here and she had made every effort to enjoy and share with others the natural beauty of the property, including developing hiking trails, view points, and relaxing seating areas that showcased its wonderful character. We have tried to rekindle Colleen's spirit and vision for Palomar Vista Lodge, and our friends find it to be a true island in the sky, where your worries float away and your spirits are invigorated.

What makes this property unique

We love the southern views, the large deck out back, the peace and quiet of a mountain home nestled amongst the trees, and the beauty of the wildlife we see on a daily basis. The home is large enough for multiple families, yet still feels comfortable and offers many options. Multiple decks, hammocks on the lawn and swinging from the oak trees, plenty of places to relax and unwind.

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