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4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!!

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Pool
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 204000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Escondido, CA
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego Archaeological Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bunk Bed Room

2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bunk Bed Room Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Front Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!!

This 10 acre ranch is uniquely located overlooking the San Diego Safari park formerly known as the "San Diego Wild Animal Park." The home is a single level 4000 sqft modern ranch style home that is perched upon a hilltop sitting on 10 acres of beautiful scenic land. The home overlooks the entire San Pasqual Valley with 270 degree views. The sunrises and sunsets are spectacular and never disappoint. The home itself has been completely remodeled from top to bottom. Outside features a 35000 gallon saltwater pool with rock grotto and water slide with poolside basketball hoop, a massive Baja shelf for lounging and elevated 10 person spa. *heating fee applies for in ground pool/spa if requested There is a large deck area and the pool is all fenced for child safety. There is also an above ground 8 person hot tub that is preset to 104 and ready for use anytime (no fee for heating of the above ground hot tub)
The modern gourmet kitchen features a 40 sqft island with eat in breakfast bar, walk in pantry with coffee station and modern stainless steel appliances. There is beautiful wood flooring seamlessly layed throughout the entire home and faux wood tile in the kitchen, laundry and bathroom areas. The bathrooms have all been remodeled featuring seamless glass shower in the bunk room, a soaking tub in the hall bathroom and modern rain shower in the guest bathroom and a dual shower head oversized shower in the master bathroom. All bathrooms have new marble or granite counter-tops. The family room offers 3 triple seat reclining sofas, and a massage chair with room for 8-10 people to comfortably hang out and take in the views. There is a 65" Flat Screen LED TV mounted above the fireplace that features DirecTV with Firestick and Apple TV with Netflix and Prime video. There are TV’s in the master bedroom, 2nd living room and 2 of the guest bedrooms. The dining room features a large 8-12 person dining table that's perfect for family style dinners. The living room features another fireplace with 2 extremely comfortable lazy boy style reclining chairs and a large sectional sofa with chaise lounge strategically placed to take in a nice morning cup of coffee while you watch the sun rise over the eastern mountain range. The master bedroom features a king size tempur-pedic bed and offers french doors and picture windows that look out upon the eastern views. Guest Bedroom 1 features a soft pillow-top king size bed. There is also a crib available in this room for guests traveling with small children. This bedroom also offers breath-taking views from an 8 foot sliding glass door that leads out to a view patio. Guest bedroom 2 features a soft pillow-top queen size bed with TV and desk area. Guest bedroom 3 features a quad custom bunk bed with queen size memory foam beds below and full size beds on top. There is also plenty of room for a queen air mattress on the floor that is available upon request (Must Request In Advance). There are many extra sets of clean blankets and bedding. In total, there are 3 king beds, 3 queen beds, 2 full size beds, 1 queen size aerobed and 1 crib for guests to sleep on. In addition, there are 4 couches that are comfortable for extra guests to sleep on. There is also a full size laundry room you are welcome to use during your stay.

**** Please Note, this property is not available for weddings, or other large group events. This is our family home and only available for guests or small
groups of families looking for a vacation home. If you are having your wedding at a nearby location such as Orfila or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and would like to rent the home for the bride and groom or wedding party to stay at, we will consider that as long as the home is not used for a party or large gathering.

Property manager

Arji Rashidi
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Lots of toys for your kids to play with

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking in or around the home

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Escondido

Located in Escondido, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park and Wildlife Research Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Queen Califa's Magical Circle. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Escondido, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 13 min walk
  • Orfila Vineyard and Winery - 10 min drive
  • The Vineyard at Escondido - 11 min drive
  • California Center For The Arts - 13 min drive
  • Cordiano Winery - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 35 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho Lee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Orfila Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!! have a pool?

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

Is 4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4000+ Sqft Modern Ranch on 10+ Acres with Resort Style Pool and Spa - Views!!! located?

This family-friendly Escondido vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of San Diego Zoo Safari Park, San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park and San Diego Archaeological Center. Queen Califa's Magical Circle and The Vineyard at Escondido are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Softball Team
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Velia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Safari park house
We enjoyed our stay in this home. The home was very nice inside and just right for our group of ten. The kids enjoyed exploring outside and playing in the sand pit. There is lots of wildlife to see. They are building a pool which will be awesome for future stays. The owner was very upfront about this and secured everything so that the kids were safe during out stay. They answered all questions quickly and were very understanding and easy to work with. The only improvements I would have would be more washcloths available and they lock the thermostat at 72 degrees. That temp or higher was fine for us during the day but we prefer a cooler temp when sleeping.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for my 3 boys
My children 10,8,7 loved this amazing wide open ranch's outdoors - it was perfect to run free or scooter or hike or play crazy imagination games. We loved being on their land and truly give the location and outside 10 stars, The home was lovely and clean but very much felt like someone's well kept lived in home. For us personally - we felt a little odd in the house because of the beautiful family photos displayed through most of the home. I'm sure that creates a homey feeling for some - but I felt uncomfortable and really couldn't relax in the house. The house is great though. I wish we lived there! Also, the house guide mentioned chicken coop and Children's toys. Neither were present, but there was so much nature and beauty. The best part - in our yard you can see the hot air balloon (from the safari park) going up and down through out the weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
We had tickets for Safari park and found this beautiful home right above the park. Fantastic views and the house was spacious and clean! Wonderful way to spend the weekend! Arji was easy to communicate with and very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

AP P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was Great
The property is located high on the hill top woth great views, overall enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent places
Arji's home is very nice & comfortable, it has almost everything you need, clean too, it's close by city, not far from area we want to go. We had great time at his house, our kids were very happy to run around & played some hide& seek outside They enjoyed the tumpline and tree house very much too. His beds are comfortable, large washer & dryer are a plus. Kitchen is filled with many stuff, we treated there as just our home, for friends/family gathering. Highly recommended and definitely will go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views and Home
This was a hidden treasure. The views and comfort of home are fabulous. When I had a question the property manager was timely with a response. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view! Great COVID getaway!
Spent a lovely Thanksgiving in this well-appointed house with amazing views. Enjoyed the hiking trails that are on the property, and relaxed in the spa and beside the fire pit. The kids had a blast on the trampoline. Only tip for future renters is there is no microwave - made heating up leftovers a bit challenging, but the house was stocked with all the other kitchen amenities we needed to cook gourmet meals!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jayvee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Getaway
The property was perfect for a getaway. If you want a super relaxing weekend away from the city buzz, this property does not disappoint at all. We were able to do a good hike, and able to see the animals at the Safari. Arji, the owner, also responded so quickly to our questions making it a worry-free, stress-free stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Joan C., Big Lake, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views Nice hiking area
We enjoyed our stay very much. The owner was quick to respond to our questions,,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J., Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Thanksgiving Weekend
We loved our stay. The views are amazing. We had 11 people and There was lots of room for everyone. The owner responded immediately to our texts. One heater was not coming on, owner sent out repairman the next day. Loved sitting by the firepit with our morning coffee and listening to the elephants and lions! Very cool. We would love to stay again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 generations celebrating 80th Bday
Wonderful! This property was perfect for us. We had 14 people from age 3 to 82 to celebrate my Mom's 80th Bday. She wanted to go to the Safari park, and this was the perfect location. The owner even had a telescope/monocular so we could see the animals from the patio. The views were beautiful. We sat outdoors by the firepit each morning/evening and watched the birds, bunnies and coyotes. The hot tub star watching was relaxing too. We like being outdoors and gathering for dinner so the openness and indoor/outdoor living was great. We also walked around the property, and up to the cross on the hill for exercise. Nearby we went to hike at Daley Ranch, also went to Stone Brewing as my husband brews beer, and Orfila Winery, which had a great patio. We wondered if getting an Uber would be a problem in that location, but it was not. The tree house was a big hit with the 3 and 8 year olds - we all spent time up there. :) We enjoyed Escondido. The house was fabulous, and the owner generous with his time in checking in and helping us out. We have stayed in a lot of VRBO homes over the last decade, and this one was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aug 2019 Ranch House
As a party of 14 people, we really enjoyed the ranch house. There were 3 bedrooms for the 3 sets of adults plus a kids room for the 5 under 12 year old children. The 3 older boys (15, 13 and 12) all had separate couches that they claimed for beds in the large family room. Albeit we did not hardly use the house for cooking meals other than breakfast, we were able to find ample cooking utensils, cutting boards, etc. We loved being on a hill above the Safari Park where we could see the park animals and hear their sounds. My favourite was the multiple large birds (I believe they were Condors) that floated in the air currents up beside the house each morning. The freeway system in the area was amazing and allowed us easy access to all main attractions in San Diego within less than 30 minutes. We filled our days at the Safari Park, Sea World, the Zoo, the Midway aircraft carrier, a Padres baseball game and visited the Imperial and Shell beaches. A good time was had by both children and adults! A very comfortable house for our group of 14! The owner kept close contact and was readily available if we had had any issues. Thanks for loaning us your home! John
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING and immaculate rental
There are literally no accurate words to describe this rental. The house was unbelievably spacious and CLEAN! I am very organized and consider myself a little OCD but this house put me to shame! Everything had a spot and was so easy to find! My entire party kept commenting how clean, nice, and wonderful the house was. Everything about this rental was perfect especially the constant communication from Arji. He was so thorough and was available to answer any questions that I had. The check-in and check-out process was so detailed and organized that there was absolutely no stress at all. We loved this rental and would recommend it to anyone wishing to stay in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding at the Safari Park
The home was a perfect location for access to the San Diego Safari Park where our family was attending a wedding. Home was clean and very spacious, with plenty of room for all 10 of us. Owner was very accommodating to our need to check in a little early and responded to all requests immediately. Wish we had had more time to enjoy the home with its great views and outdoor areas. Thanks for sharing your home with us!

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation home!
We had a wonderful time here! The house had everything we needed and more. The kids loved the jacuzzi and sandbox. I had a few questions and Arji responded quickly. We went to SD Zoo Safari Park and were exhausted after 5 hours. It literally took us only 3 minutes to get back to the house. Great location and secluded for privacy. I would highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

What incredible views
Had a small family celebration at this amazing property that overlooks the San Diego Safari. The house had views from everywhere and in the mornings I sat out on the patio and listened to the elephants trumpeting. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Evie and Roger K.

Gorgeous home/property with stunning views
We could not have been happier with our stay at this amazing family home/"ranch." From the moment we made inquiry, through our visit to see the property, and then through the stay itself, the owner was available, efficient, kind, and generous. He simply could not have been more accommodating. The home and grounds are spotless and pristine. This family clearly enjoys making their life together there on the hilltop in Escondido, and it is amazing to me that they share their space with such openness. We were eager to leave it in the same condition in which we found it---the very least we could do--as the owners take such obvious pride in their investment. There was not one thing we would change. Every detail had been attended to, and the owner was available via text/phone for any question we may have had. Directions were spelled out, with photos to help, and placed in a notebook for easy reference. I cannot emphasize how clean and tidy the home is---very, very welcoming. It can be awkward to move into a family's primary residence. The owners did everything possible to mitigate that awkwardness. While their belongings were about the house in expected places, they did not overwhelm, and the owner communicated very well about which items we were free to use and where we were welcome to place our things. The views from the deck were stunning; we enjoyed evenings around the fire pit reconnecting with family, and awakening in the morning to the sounds of the lions/elephants below at the Safari Park. Just beautiful. We give this home our very highest recommendation and this family our deepest thanks. We would advise, though, that only those who would respect this special home and family come here. It kills us to imagine that any piece of it might be misused! Our overall experience was excellent. We are so grateful that this family shares their home so our family could enjoy it and make memories of our own. Very sincerely, The Knights from CT
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Very nice and comfortable home.
Perfect house for a safari park weekend with the kids. We all had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette F., Sacramento, CA

Beautiful home away from home
This review is long over due. We stayed here the first weekend of July 2017. This home is beautiful and was truly our home away from home. Everything about this place was amazing. The home is very spacious and had more than enough room for all 10 of us. The view is incredible! The home sits on top of a hill that gives you a panoramic view of the San Diego Safari Park. Our main purpose for traveling to the San Diego area was to visit the Safari Park, which is only a 5 minute drive. (Fun fact: once you're at the park entrance/ticket booths and you look up towards the hills, you can see the house.) There is a hiking trail behind the chicken coop. The trail leads to the top of a hill where you can get an even better view of everything. The owner has amazing customer service! He was very quick to respond whenever I emailed or texted him. When checking out, we couldn't get the lockbox open to put the house key back in. A text was sent to the owner and he was able to quickly respond and remotely reset the code. If we ever make it back down to the San Diego area in the future, we will book this rental home again! It is worth every penny!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Fantastic!
We rented the house as a convenient place to stay and to get ready for my daughter's wedding at the Safari Park. The house is beautiful! Spotlessly clean, well appointed and in wonderful condition. The view is to die for and we were very pleased with the whole experience. We highly recommend this house and would rent it again in a minute. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

This property is stunning inside and out. Plenty of room with breathtaking views everywhere!
We live in Escondido and we rented this home to host some out of town guests for our daughters 7th birthday party and my wife's 40th birthday celebration. Everything about this house is spectacular. The kids loved it! The adults were in awe! We even heard the lions roaring in the evening from the Safari Park at the bottom of the hill. We will definitely be renting this home again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cortney C.

What an amazing view! Situated on a mountain overlooking a beautiful valley. Great accommodations!
What an amazing view! Situated on a Mountain overlooking a beautiful valley. Perfect for a family vacation - the house is located right above he safari zoo and has evething a family would ever need to vacation comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017

About the host

Hosted by Arji Rashidi

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We have 5 young children, we love the outdoors to include camping, off-roading, hiking and exploring new places. We travel often and love the opportunity to make our home available for others to enjoy our little slice of heaven when we are away.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property for the privacy, tranquility and spectacular views that it offers. We have 5 young children and love watching them grow up on 10 acres of land to let their imaginations run wild. We love waking up each morning to take in the views with our morning cup of coffee. The views never get old and the peace and quiet offers the perfect retreat to come home to each day. We absolutely love our home.

What makes this property unique

~Overlooks the San Diego Safari Park
~Privacy
~35000 Gallon Resort Style Pool and Spa with Rock Grotto and Water Slide
~Modern Ranch Style Home
~Views
~Hot Tub
~Hilltop Setting surrounded by Open Space
~Hiking Trails

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English

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