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San Diego Country Barndominium, Mountain Views, Spa, Deck, & More.

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Enjoy the 180 degree View from the deck.  Great place to have a BBQ dinner.
Enjoy Eating on the deck while watching hawks & Eagles
Grand Entrance to a country vacation getaway.
Country all around and beautiful views of Mt. Palomar in the distance.
Beautiful Country Views ! Great place to take walks and find Peace & tranquility

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 477.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Valley Center, CA
  • Pala Casino Spa Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Valley View Casino
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Resort Southern California
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

San Diego Country Barndominium, Mountain Views, Spa, Deck, & More.

GET AWAY from the hustle & bustle of everyday life and spend quality time together in our Country Barndominium located in Valley Center, California in San Diego County. We are nestled among the lush citrus. avocado groves, vineyards and horse ranches. You will often hear the sounds of Hawks and Eagles soaring through the blue skies from the PRIVATE DECK of this beautiful & spacious PRIVATE 1 BR - 1BA, full kitchen with a fabulous 180 degree mountain & sunset views. We are out here on almost 3 Acres so our neighbor properties are all spaced well. This Spacious & private Barndominium is .located out in the country down a country road. where there is no light pollution and we look at Mt. Palomar where the world famous Palomar Observatory is located. Downstairs, there is a private patio area with a BBQ, Spa, Seating with a grassy area to play games with a table to enjoy BBQing and eating food outdoors. . We offer a full kitchen with everything you would need including 3 coffee makers. During the spring we offer to fruit lovers, Tangelos, Tangerines right off our trees. We respect guests privacy but we are on the property (NOT in the rental area) if you need us, we are a text away.

ACTIVITIES / ATTRACTIONS / THINGS TO DO - CLOSE TO SOOOO MUCH! yet out and away.!! Only 10 Min. to easy freeway accessibility leading you to San Diego Zoo and Safari, Sea World, Legoland, museums, Down town San Diego Area, The Birch Aquarium in La Jolla, beaches galore, golf courses galore, Palomar Observatory, The Wine Tasting Safari, Wine Country Trails by Horseback - http://www.winecountrytrailsbyhorseback.com/ and balloon rides and more. These destinations range approx. 30 Min. to 1 hr. in trip time. There is so much more to see & do. Please see my REVIEW GUIDE to find more Local Attractions (mostly within the 15 - 30 Min. time frame.) Also see the other attractions that are about 1 hr - 2 hrs. away such as Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm.

WEATHER is fabulous, mostly in the 70's even in the winter. In the summer we have warmer temperatures 80's, 90's sometimes over 95 degrees and because we are 1,300 ft. above sea level we have a cool ocean breeze most of the time. Being less than 35 min. from Southern California beaches gives us the best of both climates because we are far enough from the ocean to escape most of the fog, clouds, and crowds yet close enough to enjoy the cool breezes in the heat of summer. We rarely go over 100 degrees and have air conditioning if we do get in the higher temps.

PRIVATE DECK with a great 180 degree mountain / sunset and grove views. Sit out and relax on cushy deck furniture watch the hawks and take in the peace and tranquility surrounding you.

KITCHEN comes fully equipped with all stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops in addition to the smaller appliances ie: blender, 3 different coffee machines: a Cuisinart full pot coffee maker and bean grinder, a Keuirig 1 -cup coffee maker including K-cups, a Nespresso machine so bring your own favorite pods, hand mixer, etc. There is a LG oven/Cooktop and microwave, and a GE dishwasher together with a purified R.O. water system. The kitchen is stocked with some spices and basic condiments.

SLEEPS 4 / MASTER BEDROOM WITH KING SIZE BED/ QUEEN SOFA SLEEPER / OTHER OPTIONS - From the master bedroom there are BEAUTIFUL mountain views from the large windows installed with cellular shades and curtains for darkening. There is a California King size bed with a 3" memory foam topper, full length Mirror together with a quiet sitting area next to the window where you can curl up & read a good book. In addition, we have 2 storage areas (good for your suitcases) with plenty of room to accommodate a longer stay. QUEEN SLEEPER - SLEEPS AN ADDED 2 MORE - In the living area which has a 4" Memory Foam mattress. OTHER SLEEPING OPTIONS: We also have the option of 2 double bed size 4" high density foam pieces enclosed in sheets to place anywhere with added sheets to fit. Also a single wide Foam fold-out pad for anyone for simplicity in folding and picking up out of the way.

LIVING / ENTERTAINMENT We offer free Wifi and have frequent guests that work from here. We are set up with a flat screen T.V. with a Blu-Ray DVD player & Boze surround sound system. We have a wide variety of DVD's available together with a large variety of games for quiet nights indoors. We also offer Video Game Cables for Gamers for your use. For indoor entertainment the room is set up with a Roku Box where you can stream movies for your Netflix or Hulu and or Prime.

BATHROOM accommodates a shower over tub that is complete with safety handrails and a hand-held showerhead for convenience. We supply towels, body wash and a hair dryer. The vacation rental is also equipped with your own private washer and dryer for clothes washing.

OFFICE AREA is complete with free WIFI an office chair and a hugh granite desk with plenty of lighting, drawers and Built in filing cabinets giving you plenty of work space with free Wifi.

SPA (Private) is below the deck. Around the spa is a private full patio, seating area, and grassy area to play lawn games or just relax while barbecuing. An Umbrella is available at your request .

CLEANING- Just a note on cleaning procedures. We are very meticulous as we use a Commercial Grade Viricidal / Germicidal on all floors. We use Clorox Disinfectant Wipes on all surfaces and door-nobs. . All sheets and towels are washed in a Commercial front loader at high temps. Larger bedding pieces are washed on the highest heat setting in our commercial Speed Queen. All mattress covers are sprayed with Lysol or QD-64, a germicidal. All sofa / loveseat and dinette seats have coverlets that are washed or sprayed with Lysol between guests. We supply to our guests the following: Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Lysol Spray, Hand Sanitizer, Anti-bacterial hand Soap.





Property manager

Larry & Linda Maiolo
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Number of kids is flexible within reason Call Host
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Contact host at 760-224-1520. A bit flexible
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking, Drugs or Vaping, EXCESSIVE DRINKING, with over 4 attendees. No super loud obnoxious music Turn HVAC system off when not in rental.
Cancellation policy: Full refund except $35 cancellation fee.
Please discuss with host any" Event Reservations"and the details planned.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Contact host at 760-224-1520. A bit flexible
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number COSD-00015

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Valley Center

Located in Valley Center, this apartment is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Moonlight Ampitheatre and Patio Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alta Vista Gardens and The Wave Waterpark. Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens and Sengme Oaks Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Valley Center, CA

What's nearby

  • Pala Casino Spa Resort - 18 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Valley View Casino - 19 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Pala Casino Spa & Resort - 19 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Bates Nut Farm - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Harrah's Resort Southern California - 22 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 38 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casino Pauma - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Choices Buffet - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pauma Bay Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Portino's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is San Diego Country Barndominium, Mountain Views, Spa, Deck, & More. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at San Diego Country Barndominium, Mountain Views, Spa, Deck, & More.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at San Diego Country Barndominium, Mountain Views, Spa, Deck, & More.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is San Diego Country Barndominium, Mountain Views, Spa, Deck, & More. located?

Situated in Valley Center, this golf apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of The Oaks Course, Pala Casino Spa Resort and Pala Casino Spa & Resort. Cal-a-vie and Bates Nut Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

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

Absolutely perfect!!!! We loved this place!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Easy drive to Safari park

Good views from the deck. Good for a couple. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

A beautiful getaway

This was a perfect place to stay after my half Ironman in Indian Wells. Close to everything: San Diego, Escondido for shopping, restaurants and hiking trails (Loved the Hodges Lake Crest to Coast trail) and close to the Anza Borrego Desert state park. Bed was super comfy, loved streaming Netflix with surround sound speakers and relaxing in the hot tub at night. The hosts were responsive to my few questions upon initial arrival, very friendly, but otherwise I had lots of privacy too. You won’t be disappointed with your stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

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

Great place.

My sisters and I found it to be really nice. It was very clean and everything was great. The couches are very comfortable. It was easy to sign into our own Netflix to watch a movie. The area is beautiful and really quiet. We will definitely come again. Linda is really nice and very helpful. Christie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becke S.

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

inward retreat

It was the perfect place to come by myself to escape home and do an online event where I could have quiet and focus and then completely relax in the hot tub afterward. I appreciated all the blooming plants that surrounded the property and taking a walk in the area. Plus the hosts were super gracious and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene F.

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

Wonderful!

Our stay at the Barndominium was perfect. The listing is just as described - clean, quiet, well stocked, and private. Linda was very easy to work with - great communication and very accommodating. A minor issue was resolved quickly. Highly recommend and will stay again.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Amazing!

This property was in an absolutely idyllic setting. The air literally smelled like fruit and flowers. I had never been to this area of California and was blown away by its beauty. The place itself was clean and comfortable and perfect for my daughter and I for our weekend trip. The host, Linda, was above-and-beyond in terms of being helpful and warm and kind. I would 110% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely home/getaway

The property is really beautiful and so is the location, it can just be a little hard to find. Definitely recommend going to check in during the day. Linda and Larry were both great and welcoming. We were in communication from before the trip, to the time we left. It was nice so there was no confusion from either party.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion A., Los Angeles, CA

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

Beautiful setting

The property had everything we needed and was in a beautiful, quiet setting. We will certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Peaceful

The view was amazing very peaceful and calm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

Great weekend getaway

My husband and I stayed here for our one year anniversary. The views were beautiful and the hot tub was a nice bonus. The bed was so comfortable and we slept good. Linda was a great host, kind, and very communicative. We plan to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful getaway

Lovely space, plenty of room For my daughters and I. Very quiet and private. Linda was a great host, respectful, had great suggestions for us. Wonderful getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Linda was amazing and very responsive to our questions. The scenery is gorgeous, and there are nice parks with creeks and lakes relatively close. The roads have lots of curves, so keep this in mind if you are driving. We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Cute place with a great view

We stayed for a couple of days. The place was clean and organized, and with a great view. Good communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

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

A Little Slice of Heaven!

Surrounded by orange groves and avocado trees this sets the stage for the arrival of this beautiful vacation home. The entrance is absolutely heavenly! Jasmine trees and beautiful flowers line the path making the coming and going extra special. Very comfortable inside and the bed was perfect! A nice breeze coming through the windows made it easy to sleep! We enjoyed coming back to relax after spending time visiting with friends and family. It’s a perfect location if you’re spending time in the Temecula/Riverside area most of the time all the traffic was going there opposite direction. Close to San Diego airport and also a short drive to the beach. Linda and her husband were excellent hosts and provided us with places to go and eat or shop in the local area. We will definitely be back. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty V.

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

Wonderful

All you need ;) Quite bucolic & wonderful hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

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

A cozy place with tranquilizing view

We rented the place to attend a wedding in Fallbrook over the weekend. The place is cozy and yet works well for the three of us. Plenty of cooking essentials and more throughout the unit. Bed is comfortable It's clean and airy. The view is unbeatable. However the weather is gloomy and so we didn't explore the land as much as we wished for. The Jacuzzi is icing on the cake. Very relaxing. Linda is a nice and friendly host. She and Larry provide full privacy to us even they are right door. The drive to the place is winding and narrow, no lights at night, but we managed. Overall, a fantastic and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Just Excellent!

Everything was so neat and clean. The views were absolutely beautiful and the hottub was the icing on the cake! Couldn't have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norene C.

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

Home in the hills

We really enjoyed our stay in the Valley Center area. The apartment was perfect for us. Linda was a great host and was always easy to get in touch with. The fresh oranges she brought us were delicious! We enjoyed the views from the hot tub several times during our stay. We would definitely come and stay again if we come back to this area.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Z.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing Stay!

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay! Beautiful apartment with great outdoor space. Very peaceful and relaxing, but close to many wineries, restaurants and casinos. We were there for dinner and a show at Harrahs. Really enjoyed the hot tub! Thanks for a great staycation!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Lovely Spot for Exploring SoCal

Linda and Larry are warm and welcoming hosts who responded quickly to any of our questions or needs. They obviously enjoy digging in the dirt, surrounding the home are gorgeous plants, shrubs, pots, and trees. Linda even left us a bag of tangelos picked right off their trees - so good (and BIG)!! The apartment is private, nice & roomy, and well-equipped. In particular the pots, pans, and appliances are all first-rate. The immediate area is quite beautiful, very hilly with some remaining small agricultural plots. It seems the locals are trying hard to fend off new development, and continue to raise several dogs, some chickens, and maybe a goat or two! We hope they are able to retain this more rustic flavor. San Diego county is crowded, but has also protected many diverse natural reserves and state parks. This location in Valley Center allowed us to hike desert (Anza-Borrega SP), wooded mountains (Palomar Mountain SP), seaside cliffs (Torrey Pines NR), beach (Dana Point Headlands), and local hills (Daley Ranch & Elfin Forest reserves) - all within a couple hours drive. After a long (wonderful) day outdoors - it was so nice to come back for a great shower and a glass of wine on the cozy deck for a lovely sunset against the hills! Thank you, Linda & Larry for sharing your property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Really nice little apartment!

The listing was exactly as described/pictured. The location was where we wanted to be in the rural Escondido/Valley Center area. We visited family locally, and enjoyed this refuge after big family functions! We enjoyed the hot tub - a perfect way to relax after other activities. The deck plants were lovely - I wish I had longer to sit and enjoy the space. I would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianna A.

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

Beautiful, peaceful Mountain View stay

My husband and I loved our stay. Linda and her husband are great hosts. Linda went out of her way to make sure we were settled and suggested food places and stores for us to visit. The place is spotless clean and you just feel peacefulness. The views from their house are beautiful. The little patio was perfect to watch the sunset. You will love staying at their house. We want to come back!!! Thank you Linda for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Larry & Linda Maiolo

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My husband Larry and I and my son started our lives out in a suburban area in Orange County, CA and then moved to another Suburban area in the San Diego area. After about 14 years of Suburban living, my son was young and I had a growing concern about raising my son in the Suburban jungle and was craving something different. We had become apart of a "Married For Life" group that met in Fallbrook, CA which was a beautiful area with a small town atmosphere. We decided to sell our current home and began looking in the Fallbrook area. We put in an offer on a house and it didn't work out so we continued to look. We sold our house and began to rent while we were looking. Not too far from Fallbrook, we found Valley Center and made an offer on another house but it didn't work out. We loved Valley Center and started attending this little country church with a dear Pastor by the name of , Dwayne Carter, a dear man, who unbeknown to us, turned out to be an Award Winning Architect . He knew we were sort of homeless ( living in an Apt., partially living with Mom) and he suggested we look into buying some land. He took an interest in us and would just start drawing up plans as we told him what we wanted. He encouraged us for we were alittle scared to buy and build our own home. As he suggested, we searched & found a beautiful piece of land with gorgeous mountain views and we built our Dream Home which has been and still is, a Dream Come True. When we moved in, I could hardly believe it, I had to pinch myself for I thought I had died and gone to heaven. What kept me sober was the horrible loss of this dear man Pastor Dwayne, who we grew to know and love along with his wife, Lani who attached herself to us and has become my very best friend. We now consider her part of our family. We are so blessed to be able to share this bit of heaven with family and friends. We hope you will enjoy your stay with us and we look forward to serving you as our special guests.

Why they chose this property

We chose Valley Center because of it's gorgeous topography. We were longing for the Country with wide open spaces with Hills, Mountains, Groves and Ranches. Homes are spread out on a couple acres each rather than crammed together. We were ready to move out of the Suburban Jungle and make a new life. Valley Center is everyone's idea of a small town with farms, horse ranches, pumpkin fields, rodeos, Western Days Parade, quaint shops, family owned restaurants, historical sites and good people. The more I live here, the more I appreciate how it is. There is enough depersonalizing in life where you feel like a number, but here they know who you are in the Bank, in the Pharmacy, at the Doctor's Office, at the Eye Doctor's, at the Hardware store and on and on.

What makes this property unique

When I am in Valley Center, I feel like I am worlds away from the crazy busy life I used to have in the Suburbs. On almost 3 Acres, this Getaway will automatically help you to just relax with the peace and tranquility all around. The Mountain & Grove Views give you a sense of Ahhhhhh. Put some Steaks on the BBQ and then sit out on the Deck with your dinner and enjoy the views. Most evenings, it is warm enough to sit on the deck and watch the most beautiful sunsets and cloud formations as well as the birds & some wildlife. After it gets dark, step into the private Spa and enjoy some Star Gazing, you can actually see the stars out where we are. There is a lack of light pollution which allows you to see the stars alittle better. If the weather is not quite warm enough, enjoy cooking inside with a Fully equipped Kitchen complete with cookbooks, Blender & more. Snuggle up on the couch and watch a good movie or go to bed early and have a great night of sleep in the super comfortable King Size Bed.

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