Title: Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office Holiday home in San Marcos with kitchen and patio ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105820000/105810800/105810757/1e48b93c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105820000/105810800/105810757/4f94a40d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105820000/105810800/105810757/a24d23ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105820000/105810800/105810757/334b15a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105820000/105810800/105810757/60d1c098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a hilltop, this charming 2BR home in San Diego boasts stunning views of Escondido. Unwind with the family in the game room, fully stocked kitchen, or outdoor patio featuring a gas BBQ and fire pit. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office Relax with the whole family at this peaceful 2BR home. Conveniently located 5 mins from the 15 & 78 freeways, this is the perfect space for families visiting San Diego, work-away travelers, or anyone looking for a comfortable & cozy stay in stunning Southern California. This property features: \- 2 bedrooms \- Fully stocked kitchen \- 3rd BR dedicated office space \- Game room with ping pong, foosball table, and dart board \- Outdoor patio feat gas BBQ, gas fire pit and stunning views of Escondido Sitting on a hilltop with gorgeous views overlooking Escondido and it's rolling hills this charming home has everything you will need for a San Diego vacation or work away! This home has it's own private gate to ensure maximum privacy, a large front lawn, citrus trees for guests to enjoy, a game room, a large outdoor deck with a gas fire pit, a fully-stocked kitchen and much more! The first bedroom features a queen sized bed and personal TV. The second bedroom has a king sized bed, en suite, and in-room TV. There is an optional pull-out bed in the game room with a junior sized mattress perfect for kids, as well as a blowup mattress to use in office. Please note this property is located at the top of a hill. When you first arrive to the property you will need to walk up the driveway in order to open the gate for cars. It is a short 2 min uphill walk to the front door from the pedestrian gate but may be difficult for some to access. We are happy to provide accommodation or assistance for check-in to anyone who requires it. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484100/33484045/9d0a8746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home on Organic Farm Near Wine Country and Casinos Escondido - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=33484045&PinnedHotelID=33484045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107603000/107602908/w1023h683x1y0-ee934926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Melrose 2BR. 6 beds. 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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 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 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 5-1803101-22 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.13802,-117.113754&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:uchiE%7CwxiU%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%40S%40Q%40Q%40SBQ%40Q%40QBQBQBQBSBQBODQDQBQDQDODQFODQFODOFQFOFOFOFOFMHQHMFMHOHOHKHOHMHMJMHMJKHMJKJKJKJKLIJKJKJILIJKLILIJGLILGLILGLGLGNGLELGLENELENELCNELENCNCLCNANCNALANCN%3FNALAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%3FNBN%40L%40NBN%40NBLBNBLDNDNBLDNDLDLDLFNDLFLFLFLFLHLFLHLFJHLHJJLHJHLJJJJHJJJJJJJJJLHJJLHLHLHLJNHJFNHNHLFLHPFLFNFNHNDNFPFNDNFPDNDPDNDPBPDPDPBNBPBRBPBPBP%40PBP%40P%40R%40P%40P%40R%40P%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FPAPARAPAPAPAPCRAPCPCPCPCPCRCNEPEPCPEPENEPENGNEPGNGPENINGNGNGLIPGLILINGLILKNILILIJKLIJKLKJKJKLKJKHKJMHKJMHKJMHKFMHMHMFMHMFMFMFMFODMFMDMDODMDOBODMBODM%40ODO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAMAOAOCOAMEOAOEMCOEMCOEMEOEMEMGMEOGMGMGMGMIMGMIKIMGMIKKMIKKKIKKMIKKKMKKKKIMKKIMKKIMIMIOIMIMIOGMIMIQGMGOGOGOGOGQEOGQEOGOEQEOEQCQEQEQCOCSCQCQCQCQAQASCQAQAQAQASAQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=arA1rkjlt8vnwdCuK3KLn22P5zs=) Escondido, CA #### What's nearby - Montiel Dog Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Palomar Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 16 min drive - 11.3 miles - LEGOLAND® California - 19 min drive - 14.1 miles - San Diego Zoo - 32 min drive - 35.9 miles #### Getting around - Carlsbad Village Station - 20 min drive - Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk - ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬14 min walk - ‪West Coast Pizza - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking at Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office located? > Located in Country Club, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Montiel Dog Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Escondido Country Club and Palomar Medical Center. Stone Brewing and Hollandia Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cheerful Escape: Mountain Views, Fully Fenced, Game Room, Firepit, BBQ, & Office Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin S. 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot This is a wonderful home and property. Amazing views, peaceful neighborhood, great location. The house itself had plenty of space, the game room is great, and the deck is really lovely. We felt very comfortable here for our two week stay and were able to settle in and feel at home right away. Highly recommend! ##### Erin S. Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adie M. 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Adie M. 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