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Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World

The 'Del Dios ' Lake House .......Simply put - “Charming & Welcoming”
Our Lake House is in a very unique, “one of a kind”community....it's called Del Dios aka "Valley of Gods"on the west shore of Lake Hodges, San Diego Co, city of Escondido, California. "This is an awesome place to live and an excellent area for relaxing, family values and outdoor activities"
........For your assurance, we still adhere to strict covid guidelines of sanitizing and cleaning!

Lake Features:
* Lake is about 75yrds off the property
* Boating, Kayaking, Canoeing
* Fishing
* Mountain Biking
* Cycling
* Coast to Crest Trail
* Miles of Hiking Trails or Lake Strolling
* Bird Watching
* Horseback Riding
* BBQ and Picnic areas
* Rentals/Boats, kayaks, paddle boards * Dock & Snack House
* Dog Friendly (please inquire first)
** Check lake water authority for allowable activities. Trail and horseback lessons are also new to the area.....just a couple blocks up lake drive.

About our Lake House
Why our lake house? .......more to offer for your special vacation, premium track record, welcoming and comfortable. Long or short term stays.

We are the only vacation rental cottage at Lake Hodges! We're so close, the waters edge is only a couple of hundred feet from the house.
Our 1000sf craft style home has two bedrooms, one bathroom. The house is stand alone entire home with full facilities, it sleeps up to 4 adults 2 children, decks overlook the valley, lake and local mountains. The renowned Lake Hodges is abound by miles and miles of trails running form the "coast to crest". Del Dios is a noted destination for enthusiast like runners, cyclist, hikers, trail bikers, equestrians, fishers, boaters, sunset walks or just picnickers at the lake shore. Guests say they feel far away from the everyday hustle but love being within minutes of the main city and major shopping centers. Our Lake House is a perfect get away and excellent for families, and couples. It is a great work environment in fact professionals love to come, knowing it’squite and-the internet is fast, they can get things done and still enjoy time away. Few houses are on our street, they are far apart and although the neighbors are friendly, they keep to themselves. This is truly a great place to de-stress, re-energize and play.

Where is it?
Lake Hodges in North Co. San Diego....
Major malls, supermarkets, restaurants and breweries are within minutes. Main Town has everything and is only 5 minutes away. Attractions like the San Diego Safari Park to Sea World to Legoland are a quick and easy drive. Del Mar Thoroughbred Racing & Novel Attractions, Polo field, equestrian shows, local beaches, tide pooling, dog beach and Interstate-5 is 15 minutes away and it's only a few minutes to Hwy 15, Rancho Santa Fe is less than 5 minutes drive. Local golfing and driving ranges are a few miles, Torrey Pines Golf Course is 20 minutes. Disneyland will take about 75 minutes, local mountains and casinos like Harris & Valley View Casino take about 40 minutes, Lake Henshaw is 35 min. Palomar Observatory less than an hour and snow in the local mountains is around 45mi, skiing is available it will take 3hr to Big Bear, its 327mi to Mammoth Lakes, the desert is 1hour drive and Historic town of Julian is 1hr drive. Down Town San Diego and all it has to offer is less than 30min drive. Museums are local or visit Balboa park about 30 min highway drive. Down town Escondido offers dining and nightlife. The farmers market is Tuesdays and Sunday and just a few minutes drive. Walk to the local restaurant "The Historic Hernandez Hideaway" Mexican style Cantina just off the lake and steps from the house.

What's there to do?
Take a hike, visit "Potato Chip Rock" or Elfin Forest "The Way Up" trail and the beautiful Olivenhain Reservoir with views far accross the county to the ocean, it breath taking! Stick around an explore Lake Hodges and the miles of hiking, biking and horse back riding trails . Lake Hodges is a destination for many enthusiast like bird watchers, anglers, boaters, kayaking, bikers/cyclist and more.
Scroll our site for many more destinations and their distances, there are a lot of very close great places to explore.
What about the house?
* Excellent for online classes or working guests, fast internet, Roku
* Whole home family get-a-way in the heart of Del Dios
* Conveniently Located
* Comfortable and fully equipped
* Huge Fenced in Property
* Central Heat/ AC
* Large French windows overlooking the area
* Full Bath/Shower
* Parking on site
* Professionally maintained, sanitized and cleaned to the strictest guidelines
* Two Bedrooms, 1-Queen, 1-Double 1-Queen Air Bed, 1-very comfy convertible couch
* Full California style Kitchen ready for all occasion, great BBQ
* 42" TV
* Laundry
* High Speed Internet/Wifi
* Games, Books, Movies, Wii/Cds
* light tackle fishing gear,
* Dock rents....... kayak, boats

Cool " FREE " Things - During the kids free month of October children 11 or younger receive free admission at Zoo/Safari Park, Birch Aquarium Scripps, and many museums (sandiego.org/promotions/kids-free)..... during February seniors 65+ get the same Zoo/Safari deal (visit - SDZSafariPark.org). Over 20 San Diego museums are free. IPA-Observed on the first Thursday each August, National IPA Day is a hoppy hootenanny and there are many awesome local breweries in our town. "So many sites to see"
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Overview:
The California style kitchen and huge skylight are an inviting integration to kitchen, dining and living room. Walls are hand faux with the look of suede leather. The bathroom is deco with creative tile and beams. As the sun comes up, you'll awake to enjoy that perfect cup of coffee on the upper deck and gleefully see it's first light streaks through the mountains. During the evenings the full moon will overwhelm you glistening off the clam lake. At the east side of the house you'll enjoy larger decks where entertaining, bbqs and good conversation will happen. Our yard is full of succulents, old growth and fruit trees. Most pets are welcome, we do charge a per pet fee. For lake days and hours of operation check on their website or call dpt. of boating and waterways.
Guests from around the world say they've "been in many vacation homes but few are as welcoming and leave you that longing to come back". Our house is open to anyone looking for that place where we all love to be and get away from the traffic and hustle.
As owners we are very proud of our lake house and we promise we'll strive to make your stay at our Lake House the best time it can be. We'd love to hear from you and hope we'll become a part of your next great vacation.
Sincerely,
Lynn & Paul

Property manager

Lynn & Paul

Languages

Arabic, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking indoors, on decks by doors/windows

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pending owner approval, pet agreement and pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Games, movies and video games for kids.
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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
Note from host: Inquire with owner prior.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Escondido, CA

What's nearby

  • California Center For The Arts - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Rady Children Hospital - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Palomar Medical Center - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Stone Brewing - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 21 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 27 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Robin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World located?

Located in Del Dios, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 6 mi (10 km) of Stone Brewing, Grape Day Park, and California Center For The Arts. Palomar Medical Center and Palomar Medical Center Downtown are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lake House - Novel Attractions Close / Safari Park Zoo/ Legoland/ Sea World Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Garden Home Retreat
The house was very comfortable and the gardens are quiet and beautiful. The original retro kitchen is very charming and had everything we needed. We enjoyed peaceful walks around the lake. We hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Wonderful cottage near the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would stay here again!
The hosts were very responsive and the place was exactly as the listing description. I would definitely stay here again 😁
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Abel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
San Diego area stay
Good location to enjoy local surrounding attractions
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
A wonderful getaway! Enjoyed staying in your home!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ida P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat Visit
We visited last year and loved our stay. This year was a repeat of our enjoyment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Such a cute place and the location was wonderful! It put us close to family but was a quiet retreat at the end of the day. The hosts were lovely and were on top of communications for the entire trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Place
This house and property were great and will suit our special needs in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrance S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Get Away
Perfect, secluded location close to amenities but seeming like being miles away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHIKO L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So lovely
This is a charming little house in a stunning big yard with multiple levels, loads of plants and trees, lots of birdsong and plenty of seating. The indoor space is clean and cozy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lake House
Great space. Super relaxing! I would recommend this property to anybody
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning!
We really enjoyed our stay here. Very quiet neighborhood, a large yard for my dogs to run around in, house was beautiful and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The owner's were very helpful, making the check in and check out process a breeze. I highly recommend this place to anyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake House
It was a beautiful location and so quiet and tranquil. Even the grandkids wanted to stay longer😊. I would recommend this home highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Cool, well decorated place with a very relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds, nice family area to hang out in. Beautiful gardens all around. Got a funk zone, throw back vibe to it (in a good way). Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable little hide away
This property was perfect for our visit to Escondido. It was clean, quiet, and had all the amenities we needed. Our dogs had a great time in the large landscaped backyard and the nearby lake trail. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Great lake house with an amazing backyard!
My husband and I stayed here and loved the location! It's minutes from the lake which has many trails which were great for our dogs! It's also about 20 minutes to Solana beach where there are many dining and shopping options. I would highly recommend this place. The backyard is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful oasis
We enjoyed everything about this property. It was a perfect quiet setting for our family. Our dogs loved the fenced yard. The fireplace was romantic. Kitchen was well equipped. We loved our time here and will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ida P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
Quiet and rustic experience. One eighth mile to hiking trails and Mexican restaurant. Hope to return again
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristine A., Whittier, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake house.
This little gem of a lake house was a perfect weekend getaway! Nice hiking, close to Stone Brewery and fabulous backyard with a lovely garden! We loved sitting on the balcony to enjoy the view and all the fun activities in the backyard from giant Jenga, corn hole and rock painting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property!
My husband and I had a magical week here! The property is lovely and gave our 2 dogs plenty of room to roam. The lake trails and the neighborhood are fantastic. It was the perfect place to unplug and relax - and paint a rock or 2! The hosts respond quickly and had great suggestions for local spots although we spent most of our time enjoying the yard. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Lovely Oasis
We had the best family stay at Paul and Lynn's place! It's such a great location right down the street from Lake Hodges, ideal for outdoor activities but also a relatively short drive to many stores, restaurants, the zoo, Petco Park, and the beach. The house is really cute, super clean, well-stocked, and very comfortable. We all slept very peacefully and enjoyed coffee in the morning outside on the deck with a beautiful scenic mountain view. Lots of outdoor seating and lounge space. I recommend staying here and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Zen experience
The water features sounds so peaceful & the wind chimes! I’ve never felt so calm! It’s beautiful kept & the property managers are wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison G., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Utopia found!
Beautiful grounds, sweet house full of delightful details. Great departure point for safari park, Disney and even a jaunt up to Big Bear for the day. Loved dining al fresco under the festive patio lights and sipping coffee watching the birds. Platform swing and lawn games for the kids were a hit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

Sweet lake house
Our family enjoyed this comfy lake house. It was full of unique, hand-crafted details that showed how much love had gone into the house over the years. The kitchen is fully stocked, the beds are comfortable, and the Buddha by the front door radiates peaceful good energy. I recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim B., Sarasota, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A dream property and dreamy hosts.
When people look for VRBO stays they have rarely any idea of the neighborhood or of the personalities of the hosts. I can say unequivocally these are the nicest most professional and friendly hosts I've ever encountered and their property is magical simply magical. The yard is lush oversized succulents and euphorbias cactuses poems fruit trees and all the neighbors are nice as well. This has been one of the nicest stays I've had with any VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023