Title: 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=29607494&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! ## Photo gallery for 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! ![Exterior - 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! (Fallbrook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29610000/29607500/29607494/73d880f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! 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(Fallbrook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29610000/29607500/29607494/606fcb0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room!. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 2510000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! Extend your stay while visiting the World Cup in Los Angeles! We are within a 2 hour drive from the Sofi stadium! Refugio Del Amor (Refuge of Love) is a 25 person 10,000 ft.² resort vacation VIEW estate that provides an unforgettable vacation experience, especially for families. In addition to the indoor square footage, there is over 2000 ft.² of outdoor patio space. The owners personally built & manage Refugio and provide excellent response time and service. They have been catering to family retreats & group gatherings for 15 years and have received ALL 5-star reviews. Please see the guest reviews and comments! Set on a 2 acre mountaintop in the Friendly Village of Fallbrook in San Diego County, El Refugio has 7 private suites with in-suite full baths. All 7 suites have views, a king size bed, TVs and many include additional twin or queen beds. Note the main level was designed for handicap access and use. The indoor common areas include: \-an expansive Great Room with 82” HDTV \-Chef’s Kitchen with 4 ovens, 3 refrigerators, 2 dishwashers, Viking stove and wok, nespresso and kuerig machines \-Formal Dining Room with gorgeous Chrystal chandelier \-Music Room with guitar & piano for guests \-600 sq ft Gym with 72” LED TV, recumbent bikes, elyptical & treadmill machines, free weights, ballet/yoga mirrored studio with ballet bar \-13 seat Movie theatre with 120” screen, surround sound and access to over 350 movies \-1000 sq ft Game Room with billiards, foosball, ping pong & Kitchenette \-half bath upstairs and full shared bath downstairs next to the Gym (9 bathrooms total) The outdoor property includes: \-Heated Resort Pool May thru Sept & 50 ft waterslide \-Sauna \-Lush entry courtyard \-propane and charcoal BBQ’s \-large expansive patios with plenty of spaces to lounge, chat and bask in the sun or nap in the shade \-Basketball court on adjacent 5 acre Refugio property \-Labyrinth for walking or meditating, a replica of the Chartres Cathedral in France on same adjacent 5 acre Refugio property El Refugio has spectacular views of the distant mountains and valley, breathtaking sunsets and an incredible night sky. On a clear day you can see the ocean. Every room has amazing light and a gorgeous view (with the exception of the movie theatre :-) Fallbrook is known for its perfect weather, boasting 300+ days of sunshine, warm days and cool nights. It is home to numerous golf courses, wineries and hiking trails. San Diego beaches are 25 miles away and the Safari Park, Zoo and Legoland are also a short drive from Fallbrook. The Temecula valley is just 15 minutes north with golf, horseback riding, gaming casinos, more restaurants, wineries and breweries. Those considering a vacation rental in Temecula please also realize that during hot weather Fallbrook is about 10 degrees cooler due to the temperate ocean climate spilling in directly from the coast. El Refugio is powered by an extensive grid-tied solar PV system, which provides all the electricity used during the year. There is a 40 amp 240 volt charging station for Tesla vehicles (bring your own cable). The house is kept cool or warm by 6 separate A/C systems. The owners are both engineers and committed to designing continuous improvements in environmental sustainability. Please Relax, Refresh, Reconnect and Retreat to Refugio Del Amor, your energy will be replenished and your family ties strengthened. Home Truths: \-The jacuzzi is heated at the owner’s expense year round \-The pool is heated at the owner’s expense May 1 through Oct 1 \-The quoted price per night is for up to 18 guests, there is an incremental guest fee for guest totals exceeding 18 \-A signed rental agreement is required after the VRBO booking is complete \-Wireless internet is provided throughout the home \-7 cars can park at the property, more than 7 spaces are available with owner approval \-Pets and smoking are not allowed \-Events or parties are not allowed Room configurations (all bedding is included, with TVs in every room): Royal Suite / King bed & optional Twin XL rollaway Garden Suite / King and Queen beds Sunrise Suite / King and Queen beds & optional Twin XL rollaway Sunset Suite / King, Queen and Twin bunkbeds Island Suite / King & 2 optional Twin XL rollaways Pool Suite / King and Twin XL beds City Suite / King bed Note: there are 2 full size cribs and one portable crib for guest use Keywords: House ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces) - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 8.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 accessible parking spaces - In-room accessibility - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Kayak - Table tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino 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 - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling 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 - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Electric car charging station - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Property located in a resort - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Solar energy - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 10,000 square feet - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Executive Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22019/a235d620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pala Mesa Golf Resort Fallbrook - 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30 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### 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: Load and start the dishwasher Remove personal items and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules RENTAL APPLICATION and SIGNED RENTAL AGREEMENT ARE REQUIRED in order to finalize the booking and will be sent following the instant booking process. Additional guests over 14 are $350 per person per week plus tax. No guests other than those staying at the house are allowed. The owner's rental contract terms and conditions will take precedence over all other agreements. Any exceptions must be approved in advance. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Our home is perfect for Family reunions! ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: Our home is perfect for Family reunions! Long-term renters welcome This property uses solar energy Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Hilltop Mansion Perfect Families House Fallbrook Hilltop Mansion Perfect Families Fallbrook Hilltop Mansion perfect for Families Fallbrook Hilltop Mansion Perfect Families Optional Villa Upgrade House Hilltop Mansion perfect for Families Private vacation home Hilltop Mansion Perfect Families Optional Villa Upgrade Hilltop Mansion perfect for Families optional Casita Upgrade Hilltop Mansion Perfect for Families ## About the area Located in Fallbrook, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Pala Mesa Resort and Fallbrook Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Temecula Duck Pond and Sam Hicks Monument Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens and Paint a Dream. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Fallbrook travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fallbrook.dx8076) [View more Holiday homes in Fallbrook](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fallbrook-Private-Holiday-Homes.d8076-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.39418%2C-117.19573&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=B4og6mSnBlsFk_eO-Cl89uxnl9M=) Fallbrook, CA ### What's nearby - ![silhouette of landscape painter at sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638750/194d6523-779e-4ab5-b8b9-c14482c4dfec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) California Watercolors 7 min drive \- 3.5 miles - ![Elegant outdoor wedding setup with floral arch in front of a mansion](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638749/cb915815-b9a0-4a72-a2e4-3a808b393ff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens 12 min drive \- 6.3 miles - Pala Mesa Resort 7 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Monserate Winery 8 min drive \- 4.0 miles - Fallbrook Winery 11 min drive \- 4.4 miles ### Getting around - Carlsbad Village Station 33 min drive - Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Party Burgers 7 min drive - Los Cucos Mexican Food 7 min drive - Rainbow Oaks Restaurant 6 min drive - Main Street Cafe 8 min drive - Mariscos El Pacifico 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! have a pool? ### Is 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room!? ### What time is check-in at 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room!? ### What time is check-out at 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room!? ### Where is 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 10,000 ft² view estate with 7 Bdm Suites, Resort Pool, Theatre, Gym, Game Room! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 107 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara E. 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation This property had many amenities that made our family of 20 very comfortable. The pool is amazing. Everything is well stocked. We had a wonderful time. ##### Barbara E. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ned L. 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday celebration We had a fabulous week. The house is spectacular and the pool with a slide is a real highlight. Our grandkids couldn’t get enough of the slide. ##### Ned L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart F. 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay We just finished a weeklong family reunion. 17 of us ranging from grandparents down to newborns. The property was amazing, sauna was amazing, hot tub was amazing, pool was amazing, views were amazing, sunsets were amazing, and everything else was amazing as well Will definitely recommend this home to others ##### Stuart F. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary K. 15 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Royal Vacation This home has become the standard of excellence for all our future vacations. There was at least one special attraction for everyone in our group. The house was exceptionally well maintained and stocked in all aspects. We all felt like royalty in this castle. Communicating with the owners to prepare for our adventure was also a pleasure. ##### Mary K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### June F. 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional Property Our 3-generation family of 18 spent a week at this wonderful oasis. We've been vacationing together for ten years and everyone agreed this was the loveliest and best-equipped home we've enjoyed. The pool was, of course, the biggest draw. The game room and the piano also saw a lot of use. We definitely hope to return in the future. ##### June F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elena M. 5 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing house for a family stay We had a large family group with little kids. Everyone had a WONDERFUL time - the kitchen was extremely well suited for our big dinners and the pool, hot tub and screening room were a huge plus for the kids!!! The bedrooms were large and comfortable and there were bathrooms for almost every bedroom. Great location with an incredible view as well!!! Would highly recommend to everyone!!! ##### Elena M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael G. 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50 th Anniversary This is an amazing home. It is perfect for a family. There is so many amenities that you can spend a week without leaving the property. Steve and Tammy were fabulous hosts, kind and helpful in everyway. Our teenage grandson summed it up when he said, lets just stay here forever. Thank you Tammy and Steve. ##### Michael G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances D. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular Second Year This is our second year at this property, and we had such a great time! The owners are responsive and reasonable. The house is perfect for our multi-generational group. It works well for ADA needs. My dad, who is in a scooter, can be safe and still participate with us in activities at the house. The game room and large kitchen/dining area allow us to interact as a large group. The movie room is great for relaxing when not in the amazing pool/spa, etc. We've already reserved again for next year, and we will be looking forward to getting back to our home away from home. ##### Frances D. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna T. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Reunion We had our family reunion with 20 persons between 18 and 87\. The house was perfect and worked for everyone. There was space to be together as a large group and other areas for smaller groups with privacy when needed. The supplies were fully stocked including trash and storage bags, foil, etc. We always make the majority of our meals during the reunion and the kitchen was fantastic. Room to prepare as a group, large gas burners, several ovens and with the additional fridges in the garage, everything was kept cool. Thank you Tammy and Steve for a wonderful experience. ##### Donna T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly L. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BEST FIT EVER!! Perfect for our family of 19!! We've been taking our family on a yearly vacation for around 20 years. We have grown into a family of 19, including children, teens, adults, married couples & seniors! Everyone absolutely loved it! There was more that enough room! We were all so comfortable in our rooms & so many areas to hang out, inside & out. I can't begin to tell you how much our family enjoyed not only the space, but also all the things this home had to offer. From the huge game room, amazing theater, music room (someone was in there almost constantly), infinity pool with incredible slide, basketball court, numerous balconies...must I go on? Everyone's favorite!! Already planning on returning next year!! Steve is a gracious host and always available to answer any questions we had. Thank you so much!! ##### Beverly L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie E. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect place for a family reunion!! It was perfect for our family! The 3 ovens, 5 fridges and 2 dishwashers were so helpful! The kitchen was big enough that a few could work together without stepping on each other. We even used the outside grill! Everyone LOVED the pool! The slide was so fun and the hot tub was big enough for a few people! We loved that the pool heating was customizable. We were grateful for a few pool toys and life jackets for the kids. We really appreciated the alarms on the doors out to the pool. The pool and landscaping people were not ever in our way. The foosball table was a huge hit! The theater room with a blanket for each recliner and hundreds of movies to watch was great! The piano and guitar got a lot of use. The view was beautiful! We loved the umbrellas and seating out on the deck and the market lights were fun too! The beds were comfortable and had soft sheets, even the foam mattress beds! I expected a piece of foam and it was literally a portable bed with sheets! We loved the carpet in the bedrooms and that they actually felt clean! The whole place felt clean! They anticipated our every need because the supplies that were available were not lacking. We even used some extra batteries! I was grateful I didn't have to bring 2 beach chairs from Utah! The extra sets of washing machines and dryers was helpful. Several of the adults mentioned how great the air conditioning was. The owners were so helpful and responsive!! We could not have asked for anything better! Thank you! ##### Julie E. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott W. 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a beautiful, amazing house. Some rentals don't live up to the pictures/description, but wow this house did! The pool, hot tub, and water slide were super fun. The game room, gym, and theatre room were wonderful. Great views of the area, and a well-stocked kitchen for cooking. ##### Scott W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorna O. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This property has it all. Our family enjoyed the space which offered everyone their personal private areas and the gathering spaces were big and beautiful! It was perfect for our family. ##### Lorna O. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel D. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We all had a great time. The owners really think of everything to make your stay as fun and easy as possible. Truly a great property. 20 of us fit very comfortably. This is our second time staying here and we wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Definitely one of our favorite places to vacation. ##### Daniel D. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### B L. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Another amazing famly vacation!! We love this house, location, amenities & views!!! Best stocked kitchen we've ever had. We have now been doing a family vacation every summer for 20 years! For a family our size, age ranging from 7 months to 71, it was perfect! Thanks again for sharing your home with us! ##### B L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzan M. 30 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Getaway Wonderful property with plenty to do for everyone. ##### Suzan M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred R. 10 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of the Best Great property. Great location. Great hosts. Have already booked my next stay. ##### Fred R. Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John H. 1 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### incredible place We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at El Refugio. Steve was an excellent host, catering to all of our needs. Highly recommended! ##### John H. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy R. 9 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation We had the most wonderful, relaxing, and fun-filled time. Everyone would like to come back. The pool was the best we have had out of every vacation rental we have stayed at. VERY well stocked home. We will come again. ##### Peggy R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry T. 5 Apr 2019 #### Great home. Great location. Great owners. This home felt like home. It had everything our extended family desired. We had up to 8 families and never felt crowded. We made good memories in the large kitchen and main living area as well as the large patio and pool area. Highly recommended. ##### Larry T. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances D. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Fit This home was a perfect fit for our big multigenerational family. We'll be back next year, and we are already looking forward to it. ##### Frances D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey A. 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic rental Great property for our family vacation. There were 13 of us for a week long stay. We had absolutely everything we could need. Full kitchen and game room were used by all. The pool area was amazing even during our chilly stay. Communication with the owner was quick and answered any questions we may have had. We would definitely rent again! ##### Stacey A. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Place For Family Reunion Amazing!! El Refugio was the perfect place for our family reunion. With 18 people there was plenty of room and so many options for things to do. We loved hanging by the pool and watching the sunset. Steve was so responsive and their house is beautiful. I can’t recommend this place enough. We would definitely come back again. ##### Michelle S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet L., HOLLADAY UT USA 12 Apr 2019 #### Fallbrook fantasy week We had the BEST vacation!! Room for ALL the family, each with their own private bathroom which was amazing!! The pool and hot tub and slide were perfect. And a sauna as well! The grandkids loved the theater room!! And the kitchen was fully equipped. Couldn’t have been better! ##### Janet L. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian W. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain top mansion This was our second stay at Steve's place and it was just as good as the first. Steve has though of virtually EVERYTHING you and your group could need. Super clean and well maintained, the property couldn't be better. This is an easy choice if you've got a list of properties you're choose from. You can't go wrong. ##### Brian W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ---