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Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 !

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Drizzling, aquarium blue pool & spa. Heated for all year round use capability.
Infinity pool setting at its most ethereal in the evening !
Here you can choose how many responsibilities you want. Zero is a popular choice
Only your closest friends here, no one else-private hill estate wth no neighbors
Pristine clean water swishing up and down against the walls of the hot tub!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 254000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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El Cajon, CA
  • The Magnolia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

+1
1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Single Futon and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 !

Relieve, relax and revive in this magnificent, earthy & organic 5 bed, 4 bath estate set atop a magnificent view lot on an acre of land with jaw dropping panoramas of dreamy Socal landscape!

An extraordinary find that offers an exquisite, contemporary interpretation of consummate Spanish hacienda elegance.A superb year round temperature controlled Infinity edge pool & Spa with some of the most striking Mountain views transform this estate into a private resort.
A solitary villa set on a Hilltop, secluded, quiet, private oasis, undisturbed, plenty of space for large groups and yet 15 minutes to San Diego attractions!

This single level estate on a private hill is an 'oasis like' resort with a gorgeous oversized, secluded infinity pool & spa and 360 degrees breathtaking views. Enter through the private gated driveway lined with palm trees and come home to your own retreat! Parking for > 20 cars with ample outdoor space.

With beautiful indoor and alfresco spaces for relaxation, entertainment, dining, museum-worthy artwork and design pieces, this resort is equally suited to entertaining and quiet moments of reflection. It offers 4+1 sumptuous bedrooms and large common areas sleeping over twenty Five.

Large glass sliding doors—open from the deck to the interior great room, creating a single alfresco space. Inside, gather in the marvellous lounge & tune into the 70’ 4K TV beneath soaring ceilings. At dinnertime, relish a feast around the long dining table.

The main house includes three bedroom suites & the casita has a full bedroom, a kitchen and a living space that has 4 twin beds. The spectacular master suite features a king bed, walk-in closet, fireplace, and deluxe His & Hers en-suite bathroom with rain shower and jacuzzi. In all, there are 2 king beds, 2 queen beds and 4 twin beds and also 3 queen air mattresses.

THINGS TO DO OUTDOORS: 5 minutes to Mount Helix peak (highly recommended!!), 10 minutes to Kwaay Paay Peak Trail, 10 minutes to Mission Trails Regional Park/ Lake Murray/Cowles Mountain, 15 minutes Balboa Park, 20 minutes to Old town San Diego.

FAMILY FRIENDLY: 15 minutes to San Diego Zoo , 20 minutes to The New Children's Museum, 20 minutes to Downtown San Diego, 20 minutes to SeaWorld San Diego, 20 minutes to Belmont Park, 25 minutes to Birch Aquarium & La Jolla

GROCERY: 2 minutes to Vons, 5 minutes to Trader Joes Grossmont Center, La Mesa Costco, Walmart at Grossmont Center, Target & Macy's at Grossmont Center.

SUN & SAND: 20 minutes to Ocean Beach Pier, 20 minutes to Coronado Beach, 25 minutes to La Jolla Cove, 25 minutes to Silver Strand State Beach

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

IS PARKING INCLUDED AND HOW MANY CARS CAN FIT ?
Yes, parking is included. The private, gated driveway can park over 20 cars.

- How many levels is the house ?
Single level

- IS ANYTHING SHARED ?
No, no space is shared.

-Keys for check in ?
The estate resort has a keyless, contactless check in. Driveway gate is operated via your smartphone.

-BBQ Grill ?
Yes, we have a gas connected outdoor BBQ. You will find all tools inside the BBQ

- Are day time visitors to the property allowed ?
Yes they are allowed provided if you let us know (well in advance) their names and date of visit on the chat. There is a resort facility charge of $60 per visitor for each day of visit. Any visitation without prior intimation is grounds for booking termination and eviction.

- Is the Pool heated? All year round ?
Yes, to both. The pool can be heated (optional) if prior notice of a few days is given. We use a combination of a high performance commercial Heat pump & 2 conventional gas heaters at the resort. Collectively with over 900,000 BTU capacity, they ensure an all year round heating ability for the pool & spa.

If you want the pool to be heated, it will cost $200 per night of your reservation So, for example, if your reservation is 2 nights and you want pool heating, then we will send you a $400 fee request. The pool heating fee is all or nothing. For bookings for over 3 nights or more, pool heating charges are capped at $500.

Heated spa fee is $75 a day. For stays of 3 nights or more spa heating is $ 50 a day. Also, the fee is only charged by the day (pay as you use), not for the entire booking term. So for the days you are not using the heated spa, there will be no charge.

- Is the spa water changed between guests ?
Our commitment to hygiene and guest comfort means we never recirculate spa water between reservations. For each new guest arrival, we completely drain the spa and refill it with fresh, clean water. This ensures that you enjoy a pristine experience without any concerns about previous usage. We maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and luxury. While this practice consumes more resources, we believe it's essential for providing our guests with the exceptional experience they deserve. Your health and satisfaction are our priorities, which is why you can be confident that your spa water is exclusively yours during your stay.

- How to turn on the Spa jets?
Just send us a message on chat 30 minutes prior to spa use & we will remotely turn them on for you. Similarly, please let us know when you're done for us to turn off the system. The jets have a self shut off timer as well.

Property manager

The Teal team
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool is not fenced. It is guest responsibility
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
There will be an extra charge for any event.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Detailed list of house rules are mentioned on the listing. Please contact us if you would like any clarifications

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 45
Note from host: There will be an extra charge for any event.
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

About the area

El Cajon

Located in Mount Helix, a neighbourhood in El Cajon, this villa is in the mountains. Boomers El Cajon and Taylor Guitars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Computer Museum of America. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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El Cajon, CA

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Viejas Arena - 11 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • La Mesa Boulevard Station - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 21 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sideways - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 ! have a pool?

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

Is Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 !?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 !?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Zen Resort 🏡 hilltop, heated Infinity Pool/Spa/Casita & 360° views ⛰ 🌅 🌆 🎆 ! located?

This family-friendly El Cajon villa is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of The Magnolia and Superior Court East County Division. Boomers El Cajon and Parkway Plaza are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

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

Great time

We had the limit of guests. All adults. It still felt spacious and we all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine J.

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

Wonderful place with great games/ pool spa to keep everyone happy.

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Family Christmas Getaway!!

We were a group of 6 adults and 1 child under 3 and stayed at the house between Christmas and New Years. Great House! lots of character and plenty of room for our needs. Excellent views, being perched up on top of the hill and the house has plenty of amenities; pool, spa, air hockey, trampoline, etc. You do have to be careful with the little ones and keep an active eye on them, both inside and outside as there are plenty of breakables and a lot of nooks and crannies on the sprawling property. Fun to explore but also not a "kid-proof" property.Small snafu getting into the property, as our app didn't load up right away in order to get the gate open, (might have been user error) but Jessica and Teal team proved to be very responsive and continued to be engaged as needed during our stay.Location was about twenty minutes from downtown San Diego: we visited the Beach, the Zoo and the Safari park during our stay. Safari park was the furthest away at 40 minutes, but everything else was within 20 minutes. Close to stores, etc.Overall, we were very pleased with the house and the service from the Teal Team! We would definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya A.

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

Amazing time

Beautiful home, amazing time with family. Amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda R.

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

Amazing

Very awesome place the host were amazing and we’re on top when we had any issues or questions location and view was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell M.

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

Amazing stay

The property was even better than we could imagine. From the pool to the fireplace, this stubby house really allowed us to celebrate my wife’s birthday and have a memorable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Perfect for a mom's getaway

We had a wonderful at this property. The layout was perfect for hangout time. We enjoyed all our meals together on the large dining table. The spa was spacious and hot. The views incredible. The property management team was responsive, helpful, and accommodating. Our entire group is looking forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

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

Amazing property + amazing hosts

Amazing! The property (pool, house, spa, games, facilities) as a whole was fantastic, with every amenity and thoughtful touch you could hope for (welcome basket, state of the art espresso maker, dishes and pots and pans and teas and coffee and spices....). It was perfect for 3 generations of our family to hang out in for a week - enough room so we were able to do things together, but also have our own spaces, including an amazing kitchen to prepare our meals. Easy access to downtown and the coast, and grocery stores nearby. And the Teal team (Jessica in particular) were fantastic hosts. Incredibly responsive to any request, excellent communication at all times, and generally a pleasure to deal with. Hope to back one day soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Great oasis

One of the BEST homes we have stayed in. HUGE home, plenty of space, more than enough for the six of us. Beautiful pool, quiet neighborhood and very secluded up on a hill with a great view! Only 15 min from Old Town San Diego,. Hosts we're very attentive. Would definitely stay here again!!!.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by The Teal team

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Hi guys! Welcome to sunny San Diego. We are excited to make you feel at home at one of our professionally curated properties. With a background in luxury corporate stay facilities & mobility management solutions, we are passionate about hosting and it shows in each of our properties.

San Diego is probably the only city where it’s possible to surf and snowboard the same day! Hope you enjoy your visit to this amazing city, we will take care of the rest!

Why they chose this property

This single level estate on a private hill is an 'oasis like' resort with a gorgeous oversized, secluded infinity pool & spa and 360 degrees breathtaking views. Enter through the private gated driveway lined with palm trees and come home to your own retreat! Parking for > 20 cars with ample outdoor space.

With beautiful indoor and alfresco spaces for relaxation, entertainment, dining, museum-worthy artwork and design pieces, this resort is equally suited to entertaining and quiet moments of reflection. It offers 4+1 sumptuous bedrooms and large common areas sleeping over twenty Five.

Large glass sliding doors—open from the deck to the interior great room, creating a single alfresco space. Inside, gather in the marvellous lounge & tune into the 70’ 4K TV beneath soaring ceilings. At dinnertime, relish a feast around the long dining table.

The main house includes three bedroom suites & the casita has a full bedroom, a kitchen and a living space that has 4 twin beds. The spectacular master suite features a king bed, walk-in closet, fireplace, and deluxe His & Hers en-suite bathroom with rain shower and jacuzzi. In all, there are 2 king beds, 2 queen beds and 4 twin beds and also 3 queen air mattresses.

THINGS TO DO OUTDOORS: 5 minutes to Mount Helix peak (highly recommended!!), 10 minutes to Kwaay Paay Peak Trail, 10 minutes to Mission Trails Regional Park/ Lake Murray/Cowles Mountain, 15 minutes Balboa Park, 20 minutes to Old town San Diego.

FAMILY FRIENDLY: 15 minutes to San Diego Zoo , 20 minutes to The New Children's Museum, 20 minutes to Downtown San Diego, 20 minutes to SeaWorld San Diego, 20 minutes to Belmont Park, 25 minutes to Birch Aquarium & La Jolla

GROCERY: 2 minutes to Vons, 5 minutes to Trader Joes Grossmont Center, La Mesa Costco, Walmart at Grossmont Center, Target & Macy's at Grossmont Center.

SUN & SAND: 20 minutes to Ocean Beach Pier, 20 minutes to Coronado Beach, 25 minutes to La Jolla Cove, 25 minutes to Silver Strand State Beach

What makes this property unique

The house is located at the coveted bluffs of Mount Helix, surrounded by acres of undeveloped land in its pristine form. Experience the grandeur of this one of a kind hillside estate which makes an ideal home base for a classic yet unique San Diego experience.

Mt. Helix is a historic amphitheater and nature preserve with a steep summit. The views of the valley from the top makes the area one of the most photographed locations in San Diego, as well as one of the top tourist attractions. On a clear day at the hill top, you can see all the way to Tijuana, Mexico or Orange County CA on the other side.

Languages:

English

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