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Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay

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Escape to Casa Sur, a unique retreat center that blends colonial style with modern comforts. Unwind in the outdoor Zen Area, lounge by the courtyard or beer garden, and enjoy quality time with loved ones in the spacious living areas.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 17650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$1,207
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

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About this property

Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay

  • Casa Sur Hacienda — a special urban hacienda in Chula Vista's South Bay, where retreat-style living meets the warmth of a real home.
    Set on a curated quarter-acre with a Zen garden, cozy lounges & 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 7 beds. Just 10 min from downtown San Diego, nearby lakes, malls & a short drive to Mexico. Perfect for rest, reconnection, or celebration. Complimentary Dance class!

    *Retreats, birthdays & wellness events welcome! gatherings require prior approval & an additional fee.

    The home blends the soul of a country hacienda with the convenience of city life. Think lush outdoor Zen areas, a sun-drenched courtyard, shaded backyard lounges beneath our iconic Tree of Life and Tree of Shade, a playground, private garden nooks, and flexible indoor and outdoor gathering spaces — all wrapped around a spacious, beautifully furnished interior excellent for short or extended stays.
    Casa Sur offers a tranquil setting for an unforgettable stay and memorable gatherings.

    Inside, the hacienda offers:

    -4 private bedrooms with natural light and comfortable beds
    -7 total beds including 3 queen size beds and 4 full size bunk beds accommodating 2 people each (extra bedding as futon and available queen size matress), 17 people can rest comfortably!
    -3 full bathrooms
    -A fully equipped kitchen
    -A lounge and bar area perfect for evening gatherings
    -A dance floor section for when the music calls
    -Projector and Screen for movie nights or presentations

    Outside, the property comes alive:

    -A serene Zen area, perfect for yoga, meditation, or morning coffee
    -A spacious courtyard and backyard lounge with patio tables and shaded seating
    -The iconic Tree of Life and Tree of Shade, natural landmarks on the property
    -A playground area and private gardening spaces
    -Outdoor bedding options for stargazing nights or extra guests

    2026 Update: Good news! we've added a gorgeous canopy and dance floor with 800 sq ft of covered space! Rain or shine, cold or warm, the fun never stops at Casa Sur. Truly a one-of-a-kind setting you won't find anywhere else.

    ⚠️ Events & Gatherings — Advance Approval Required
    This is a private residence. All reservations that include any gathering or celebration as birthdays, baby showers, weddings, graduations, quinceañeras, receptions, or similar, must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee, separate from the nightly rate. The standard booking covers overnight guests only. Please message us before booking with your event type, total number of attendees, and date so we can confirm availability and provide your quote. Undisclosed gatherings may result in cancellation

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 7,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off any appliances
Please let me know if something stopped working, is broken or needs to be replaced or fixed so I can take care of it
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

PLEASE READ THE HOUSE RULES TO KNOW IF THIS IS THE RIGHT PLACE FOR YOU Casa Sur — House Rules Welcome!
This is my house and I've put a lot of love into every detail: the furniture, plants, and garden. I'm so glad to share it with you.
Here's what I ask to keep things great for everyone: -Quiet hours after 10pm: Please keep outdoor music and conversations low after 10pm and up until

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Pets are allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events are reviewed case by case for approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Events are reviewed case by case for approval
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number 2771267

About the area

Located in Chula Vista, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include San Diego Zoo and Sesame Place San Diego. Travelling with kids? Make time for Waterfront Park, or head to an event or a match at Petco Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Chula Vista travel guide
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Chula Vista, CA

What's nearby

  • The exterior of the Mattress Firm Amphitheatre with palm trees and a clear sky.
    North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
    16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • A modern building with a curved glass facade and a pedestrian walkway.
    San Diego Convention Center
    17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • A zoo entrance with a panda sculpture, ticket booth, and people.
    San Diego Zoo
    20 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Chula Vista Center
    3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center
    24 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • H St Trolley Station
    4 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    19 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    4 min drive
  • Tacos El Gordo
    3 min drive
  • AMC Chula Vista 10
    3 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,207, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Sur Hacienda: groups, family gatherings & garden retreats near the Bay located?

This family-friendly Chula Vista holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chula Vista Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. San Diego Bay and Chula Vista Bayside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ricky’s place has been a beautiful home to spend time with my family. He goes the extra mile to go above and beyond for his guests. His communication was impecable, and the house, along with the backyard, was amazing. We truly appreciate his hospitality and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ralitsa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host met us at the house to show us around and give us the keys. The house is well maintained and the kitchen is well equipped. Quiet neighborhood close to the xmas light circle.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Great location and super helpful host

6 Adults and 3 toddlers wanted to be near Sesame Place. The house was very convenient to all of our day trips and easy to get back to for kid naps. Our host led us to great fish tacos, as a plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Great location

Property was clean and we enjoyed our time visiting all that San Diego has to over. Ricky was easy to communicate with, and accomodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saif S.

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

10 days in paradise

What a wonderful and relaxing stay! We stayed in Ricardo's home as a local pit stop for two conferences. You won't regret it.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Wedding Dinner/Reception

The house is fabulous. Ricky was very accommodating, friendly andCommunicative. We really enjoyed our entire stay. We would stay here again without any hesitation. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

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

A great getaway in Chulavista

Beautiful house with excellent arrangement, exceeded my expectations, very comfortable with lots of indoor and outdoor space and furniture to allowed us to enjoy the evenings, The host was on top of everything. He was eager to help in any way. Thank you Ricky, we will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

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

Beautiful gathering place

What a great place for family & friends to gather! Our host Ricky was awesome, very responsive to any issue we had! The rooms were comfortable and so well laid out. The neighborhood was nice, walkable and close to everything. We all had such a great time there together! Thank you Ricky
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Genice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa Sur was a lovely venue to host my mom's 70th birthday party and the perfect home for our extended family to stay. The kids especially loved the bunk room and adults liked being on the other side of the house away from the kids. Ricky Ricardo was a wonderful host with great communication before, during, and after our event and stay. For the party, he set up tables, chairs, a canopy, and provided other amenities for our event like large coffee pot and hot water containers and beautiful mugs. I would definitely recommend Casa Sur Hacienda for an event or just a family vacation. Chula Vista is close to everything in San Diego and Ricky Ricardo is a top notch host!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

Great group spot

We had a wonderful stay at Ricardo’s property. It was just like the photos and description online. Plenty of space as we were there for a family reunion. Loved the outdoor dining and hang out spaces. All the rooms were beautifully equipped and we didn’t feel like anything was missing that we needed. Would definitely love to stay again - perfect for families or group of friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Glen W.

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

21st Birthday get together

Very accommodating and cozy place for a family get together. Weather permitting, great back yard for maxing and relaxing by the fire. Host was always in communication if we needed help or just had a question.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

House Build

We stayed on a Friday and Saturday as we were on a mission to build a home in Mexico. House was perfect and Ricardo was a great host. Very prompt with attention and details that helped our stay to be comfortable and memorable. I would highly recommend his home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

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

Great place for seminars!

This is the second time we've rented Ricky's place for our martial arts seminar. Once again, we had a wonderful experience. Ricky makes everything very easy, and he was available whenever we needed anything. There's lots of space outdoors, which was perfect for us. There's even a large canopy that kept us all of the sun during our all-day seminar. All in all, this an amazing property with an amazing host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bhote W.

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

Wedding team home base

Ricky was very accommodating and his place reflects his charm. We had more than enough space to host dinner with additional family and friends. Complimentary ear plugs for large groups would have been INSANE
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

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

Great spot for large gatherings!

This is an excellent place if you're looking to hold a large gathering. Ricky is such a good host, and he'll go out of his way to make your stay comfortable. For example, on Saturday night, someone in the neighborhood was playing very loud music. A quick text to Ricky, and he was on his way to speak to them about turning down the music. Overall, we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Group of 12

Our stay was perfect at this beautiful home. It worked out perfectly for a group of 12, it had plenty of room between inside and outside. The only negative is that the WiFi didn't work all the time, it could've been because multiple people were on it at the same time, I'm not sure but the host did reply back to messages about it and did try to help get it resolved. I would reserve this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn T.

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

Great place for a gathering!

We stayed here for a weekend and hosted a baby shower with our friends and family. What a great house for a get-together! We were able to seat at least 20 people at the outdoor tables. The shade over the table kept us comfortable during the day and the party lights were so festive at night. People played ping pong out in the yard and the kids had lots of room to run around. Ricky even had ice chests available for us. The whole indoor/outdoor set-up was great. Ricky told us all about the house when we got there and was available to text during the stay. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn I.

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

warm and comfortable

Ricky met me at the door and gave me a tour of the home even though I was a few minutes late. He was kind and gracious. The home was warm, comfortable, and clean, and it was obvious he had spent a great deal of thought and time decorating it. It was centrally located to groceries, coffee shops, etc. All 7 of us enjoyed our time there with no complaints whatsoever. I would recommend this home to anyone who wants a home that is both reasonably priced and at the same time fully accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

Annamarie L.

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

Uncomfortable Stay

Uncomfortable stay as we were notified at the walk through the last occupants blasted the Air Conditioning system and caused electrical overload, but weather should be cool rnough not needed. All the members of tje group were uncomfortable especially in evening. Had ants in 2 of the bedrooms and some on kitchen counter. Loud music played by next door neighbor on one night and music and shouting by people at 1am on 3rd night at different adjacent residence with our windows open (no AC) made it difficult to get to sleep. If we would have bee informed there would be no AC during our stay before we arrived, we would have almost assuredly cancelled and got hotelrooms. Nice place, for larger group not such a quiet relaxing getaway considering no AC and inconsiderate neighbors
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard T.

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

SD Vacation

Quick check in process and good customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our group! We loved the outside space and comfy living area. Ricky was a welcoming and responsive host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I loved the property's decor and location. The owner meet with us and gave us a tour of the property. We would dififfently stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy Home!!

This was a perfect home to relax and enjoy extended family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jumada S.

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

Ricky is an amazing host. Very kind and did everything he could to make our stay wonderful.

We were visiting for a baby shower. The property is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshuaa G.

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

Weekend with family

Ricky was a great host. The outdoor space was especially nice for winding down at the end of the day with the family. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022