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Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views

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Perched atop a scenic hill in Vista, CA, this Southern California Luxury Vacation Home offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and family-friendly amenities. Indulge in gourmet cooking with the Bertazzoni range or unwind by the custom blue tile pool and hot tub on the view deck. The home features three spacious bedrooms, an office workstation, private dry sauna, built-in grill near the pool for outdoor dining experiences.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 93200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views

  • Discover your private hilltop retreat overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This luxury Vista home combines breathtaking views with resort-style living, featuring a private pool, spa, sauna, chef's kitchen, and beautifully designed indoor-outdoor spaces. Minutes from beaches, wineries, Legoland, and San Diego, it's the perfect escape for families, friends, and unforgettable Southern California vacations.

    Welcome to your private hilltop sanctuary.

    This thoughtfully designed 3,200-square-foot luxury home combines contemporary comfort with breathtaking scenery. Guests consistently tell us that the home is even more beautiful in person than the photos, thanks to its sweeping ocean views, peaceful setting, and incredible outdoor living spaces.

    Inside, you'll find three spacious ensuite bedrooms plus a dedicated office with a Queen Murphy bed, comfortably accommodating up to nine guests. The gourmet kitchen features premium appliances, a Bertazzoni gas range, Nespresso and drip coffee makers, and everything needed for preparing everything from family breakfasts to holiday dinners.

    Outside is where this property truly shines. Spend the day relaxing beside the private pool, soaking in the hot tub, unwinding in the dry sauna, gathering around the fire pit, or grilling dinner while watching the sun set over the Pacific. Multiple outdoor seating areas invite you to slow down and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

    Families will appreciate the baby and child-friendly amenities, including a Pack 'n Play, high chair, bassinet, baby gate, children's dinnerware, games, and books. Business travelers will enjoy the dedicated workspace with reliable high-speed Wi-Fi.

    Conveniently located near Carlsbad, Oceanside, Legoland, Temecula Wine Country, and many of Southern California's most popular attractions, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy, luxury, and accessibility.

    • Maximum occupancy is 9 guests.

    • One well-behaved dog under 50 lbs is welcome with prior approval.

    • The pool is available year-round but is not heated.

    • Parking is available for up to four vehicles in the driveway. Street parking is not permitted.

    • Exterior Ring security cameras monitor only the front entry and driveway for guest safety.

    • Guest reservations are subject to acceptance of our standard Vacation Rental Agreement.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • 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
  • 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

- This home is smoke free. Smoking is permitted outside only including tobacco, marijuana, and vaporizers.
Please extinguish cigarettes fully to prevent fires. - Turn off all outdoor heating and fire elements when not in use.
- Parking permitted in driveway only. Street parking is prohibited and towing is enforced at vehicle owner’s expense.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 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

No events allowed
Strictly enforced

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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: Strictly enforced
Long-term renters welcome
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Vista, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at SoCal Sports Complex and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Frontwave Arena, or consider a night out at Play by Play Sports Facility. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Vista travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
    Alta Vista Gardens
    11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    11 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Moonlight Ampitheatre
    11 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Palomar College
    14 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • California State University San Marcos
    18 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station
    28 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panda Express
    9 min drive
  • Frida’s Taqueria
    9 min drive
  • Los Junior's Mexican Food
    8 min drive
  • Sunshine Mountain Vineyard
    8 min drive
  • Tony Pepperoni Pizzeria
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Twin Oaks Golf Club, Moonlight Ampitheatre and Alta Vista Gardens. Broadway Theatre and The Wave Waterpark are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Luxury Hilltop Retreat - Pool, Spa & Ocean Views Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is exactly as advertised! Breathtaking views. Since we were there for our son’s wedding all the space we had was perfect. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place awesome views.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this house! Private and relaxing time. We will be back in 6 months. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is stunning. The views are spectacular. Everything is organized and easy to find. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

D L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing and the home was beuatiful - The VIEW - stunning!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

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

Great house. Wonderful vacation spot.

We stayed at the house for a second time and loved it again! Wonderful views, great location, all you need to enjoy a great vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jenifer J.

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

Amazing property!

Loved our time with beautiful views, amazing pool, and clean, welcoming home!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Damon C.

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

Stunning sunsets

Such a great property. Wonderful views and relaxing amenities.We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Wonderful!

Lovely home with a beautiful view! Everything was as described. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Amazing House With Amazing Views

This property was one of the best we have stayed at. The house was beautiful and very comfortable. The views from the property were incredible! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pete Y.

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

SD winter vacation

This is our second stay at this property. The property is clean, functional and has great views. We love it here and will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William J.

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

Sister Trip

The home and property were meticulously maintained. The views were amazing. The home had every amenity we needed. Extremely clean. Would recommend to family and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Incredible property

This property outdoes even the beautiful description and photos. Extremely well laid out, so much seating indoor and outdoors with details like games, toys, pool towels and all the dishes you’d need. We loved our stay here. So private and peaceful yet within minutes of all the local attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

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

Home away from home!

Loved this place! The pictures online do not do this home any justice! The home and the views from the home are breathtaking!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

judy b.

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

Luxury plus

Beautiful modern home on hilltop setting. Gorgeous sunsets, spectacular view. Truly a vacation home away from home. Hope to return!
Stayed 27 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

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

Fantastic Views

Wonderful property, perfect for our visit to San Diego. Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Firepit, spacious bedrooms and great common spaces. Hillside setting led to some amazing sunset views. Modern interior and nicely appointed. We look forward to a return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

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

We Love this house!!

This is our second time at this house and we will be booking another stay soon. From the Great Views to the tranquil environment. Everything is perfect! Very relaxing, private & quiet. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

roxanne m.

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

Absolute Perfection!

Perfect in every way, from the well appointed kitchen, to the thoughtful gift bags in the bathroom. Beautiful home inside and out! And the views!!!!! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Spectacular Stay, Even More Spectacular Views

My family of 4, including a teen and tween, can't wait to return! The property was such a joy, with multiple lounging areas outdoors to enjoy the sunrise, sunset, sunny pool deck, and lunches under a shady tree when the mood struck. As a bonus, we had privacy galore when returning from busy day trips to La Jolla, San Diego, and Disneyland - all within about an hour from the property. This was one of our most memorable trips!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Incredible Views!

We have stayed in a lot of rental properties over the years for our vacations and this one is our all-time favorite! The views are 10/10!!! The house is clean, well-maintained and stocked full of so many “extras”. We loved it so much we’ve already booked it for next year! STAY HERE! You will not regret it!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

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

Our New Favorite

This home is amazing and beautiful!! The property has the best views! We took advantage of the pool, hot tub, and sauna. We travel a lot and this place is by far our favorite. From start to finish, the experience was the best that we have had for a rental. 10/10 for sure!! You will not be disappointed!! Thank you so much for one of the best, most relaxing weeks that our family has had in a long time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Kenzie W.

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

Spring Break

We had an incredible time in Vista! Loved the home, landscaping, cleanliness, floor plan but the kitchen could have been stalked with more necessities. You are quite a ways up there so running to town for necessities seems far away! There was no tin foil or plastic wrap, no counter cleaner or dish towels- felt like the kitchen itself could have been stalked better! Besides that loved our stay, would recommend and would revisit!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Perfect house and location

Fabulous property in an unusual setting. Sitting high above Vista, the views were spectacular especially sunsets. The house exceeded our expectations and all photographs on web site were true to the actual house. Immaculate cleanliness. Extremely well equipped and the pool, hot tub and sauna a great asset to the property. Grounds and pool well maintained and a great choice of outdoor seating. Indoors the furniture and fittings were of a very high standard. Stayed for 8 nights and wish we could have stayed longer. Have recommended this house to friends and family in USA and UK. Had a great stay and we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfortable home

This home is just lovely. Plenty of outdoor living spaces, incredible views, comfy beds and furniture, a nice big kitchen, and many amenities. We very much enjoyed our stay here and would book again in the future. The only downsides were very minor - full garbage cans when we arrived, and a few missing items like kitchen & laundry supplies. The propane tank for the fire pit was empty and the pool isn’t heated, so these very cool amenities were unusable this time of year (which we didn’t know). But the property managers responded immediately to our questions and were great to deal with. We had a comfortable and relaxing stay. The home really is as beautiful as it looks in the photos.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and views. Owners easy to reach and great information on check in and out. Can’t beat this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025