•Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
•Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Valley Center, this guesthouse is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ritz Theater and Patio Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Oaks Course and Pala Casino Spa Resort. San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Keys Creek Lavender Farm are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking. Visit our Valley Center travel guide
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Valley Center, CA

What's nearby

  • Bates Nut Farm
    15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • The Oaks Course
    16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Valley View Casino
    16 min drive - 12.7 km
  • California Center For The Arts
    20 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    21 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station
    37 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • The Market at Hidden Meadows
    20 min drive
  • Side Yard Public House
    20 min drive
  • Patties & Pints
    10 min drive
  • Ziggi's Coffee
    9 min drive

About this property

•Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees

  • Guest house in the mountains
  • •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Smoke-free property, a billiards/pool table and outdoor furniture
    • Barbecues, books and beach towels
    • Games
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees feature perks, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling and composting
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
We appreciate guests leaving the suite as clean and tidy as possible, so we can continue our No Fees policy🙏🏼
Check out checklist is provided in house manual
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

ALL guests must provide photo IDs within 48 hours of booking, read and agree to house rules which will be sent after booking.
No negative reviews. Prefer at least one positive review. Must provide info requested regarding both guests if no past reviews.
•LOCK PATIO GATE COMING AND GOING •NO SMOKING IN THE SUITE: Outdoor smoking okay where ash trays are provided. 420 friendly.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is •Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is within 9 miles (15 km) of Keys Creek Lavender Farm, Bates Nut Farm and Valley View Casino. The Oaks Course and Harrah's Resort Southern California are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

•Private Entry •Country • Luxury •Mountain & Valley Views •30+ Perks • No Fees Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mike and Debra were excellent hosts. The property is immaculate. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, private and convenient for our purposes.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the homeowner was excellent! Really nice area. Very peaceful and serene!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice property and the people are nice too. Wish we could have been there more. The outdoor kitchen and patio are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property exceeded any exceptions i had. The host Dedra and her husband are amazing host. They have thought of everything you could need for a quiet amazing stay. And if you want to set and chat they are wonderful company. We will be back to not just stay at there house but to visit our new friends. Thank you Debrav and Mike for a amazing stay! See you again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

short weekend away

We were looking for a short trip away from home to unwind and this definitely fit the bill. We loved watching the hummingbirds on the feeder with the mountains in the background ! The room was clean ,and the bed was comfy. We enjoyed several restaurants including a "Pop up" only open on Sunday morning where we had incredible Mexican food. Valley View casino was a convenient short drive away as was Bates nut farm. The host was very responsive and available.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Retreat with Beautiful Views

The perfect place if you are looking for a getaway that provides beautiful mountain and valley views, a wide patio to enjoy those views, and friendly, responsive hosts.The private entrance suite was comfortable and well appointed with a bright and airy bathroom and shower. I didn’t take advantage of the pool table or outdoor kitchen, but I enjoyed stargazing from the patio.There are great suggestions for dining and activities a short drive away. And, I enjoyed hiking at Daley Ranch also a short (15 minute) drive. Thanks to my hosts for the wonderful, restorative stay. The on-site hosts were charming and
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property and hosts

We arrived on a rainy and cold Friday, probably the areas only rainy day in a long time. Communications ahead of time from the host was fantastic. Debra met us when we arrived and welcomed us. Our suite was cozy and roomy and comfortable. The hosts have an informative binder listing everything we needed to know, and recommendations for places to go nearby. We really enjoyed our conversations with them too! The neighborhood/area is scenic, quiet and peaceful and lovely to walk from the house. Debra asked each day if we needed anything and they were very accommodating. We hope to come back another time. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debra and Mike are lovely people. They greeted us and showed us around the property, and provided helpful information about the area.The bed was very uncomfortable and the suite was spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable. Very convenient Excellent communication. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spacial place to stay

Host was awesome. Great people. Their place exceeded our expectations. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

We really enjoyed our stay and to be able to sit outside and enjoy the views. The hosts were awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Hosts

Mike and Debra are amazing hosts. The property is clean and separate with a beautiful outside patio with full outdoor kitchen and pool table. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect purple mountain views

Comfortable and inviting, Debra and Mike were the consummate hosts.They went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best experience

This was one of the best experiences I have had in a long time. The hosts were great!!! The weather was excellent!! The views of the valley and mountains added a Serene and quiet atmosphere. Also the fact that it is a gated community added peace of mind. I will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

I stayed with Mike and Debra long term while a travel nurse. The place is so nice. It is so comfortable and has stunning views. They are a wonderful couple who make you feel comfortable. I Will definitely stay again if I do another travel assignment in the area.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

At home in the mountains

Debra made sure that we had everything we needed to feel at home. Mike nice talking to you. We enjoyed our stay in your beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Compassionate Owners

We had to delay our visit due to family health issues. Debra and Michael were most understanding and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home with amazing views - even better hosts!

We booked this Vrbo at the last minute. I had a previous accommodation lined out, but that fell through. Luck was on our side when we found this gem. Debra & Mike are amazing hosts. The space is impeccably clean and every detail is well thought out. Debra stayed in constant communication with us both before we arrived and throughout our stay. The views are gorgeous. Our stay was very comfortable and we even had private area to relax and enjoy the amazing terrace. 11/10 recommend visiting their home. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Debra and Mike.. What can I say... I don't really like to bother the host... I come and I leave the same.. As a camper I live by the motto take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footsteps... First time having a host living on the same property as I'm staying. Great experience...These two fine specimen of human are freaken awesome! so nice and accommodating, so cool to talk to. I will be back, k if you have any doubts... Leave it behind the place is clean everything you'll need is provided. Minus food and drink ofc. Thank you Debra and Mike for the positive vibes and great weekend! 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and comfort in Valley Center

We had a delightful stay at this VRBO location in Valley Center. Our hosts, Debra and Mike, thought of everything. And if there happened to be anything else one might need, they were most willing to help. Communication with them was quick and easy. The directions they gave to find the place were perfect. The bed was very comfortable and there were extra pillows and blankets if needed. The outdoor patio was enormous with a stunning view. Probably one of my favorite things about the room was the fact that the bathroom had two separate vanities with a huge amount of storage (adequate storage is something sadly missing in most hotel rooms these days). Debra clearly and patiently explained and demonstrated all of the features in the room and on the patio. There was a helpful guide for local restaurants and wineries. Our stay was very short so we undoubtedly missed many features of this property that would have been worth investigating. This was altogether a beautiful and peaceful place to get away for a while. Our hosts put the icing on the cake for our weekend by letting us share some time with their newly acquired cat family (pure heaven for me, a crazy cat lady). Thank you Debra and Mike.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Our first impression was awful having to deal with Debra the host. She's overbearing and controlling and has a lot of rules. I felt like I was a child staying with my parents. It was awful. For my husband to be uncomfortable it has to be really bad because he's very easygoing. There were ants inside all over in the bathroom and at the table inside and all over the walls. She comes inside our space when we're not there. My things were moved. The second night we were there our whole space smelt like weed. My husband has asthma and I have breathing issues which severely affected me and ruined my next day for my daughter's wedding. They also have a cat that I wasn't aware of and my husband is deathly allergic to cats. The room you stay in is connected to their house so you can hear them talking and coughing all hours of the day. She also has rules with the wifi and only has it on certain hours of the day. I would not recommend this place to anyone. It was a joke.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hosts.

Great place to relax.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace, quiet and gorgeous views

Cordial and helpful hosts; clean, quiet, tasteful accommodations; gorgeous views; everything you could ask for and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and perfect!

This property was beautiful inside and out! The views were amazing and the hosts were so welcoming and wonderful. We felt very much at home and enjoyed all that the property had to offer. Out hosts were a lovely added bonus to our trip. We enjoyed getting to know them! We will definitely return to this hidden gem when we need a little getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021