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Townhouse - Private Yard, La Mesa Village
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located studio. Walking distance to La Mesa Village, where you can enjoy restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, & more. With all the things you need in a kitchen to whip up any meal, and a patio to enjoy the San Diego sun. Hop on the trolley to get to anywhere. Bringing more friends or family along with you? We also have another listing, Casa de Pueblo at the same property. 20 min drive to the Beach or Downtown 15 min drive to Balboa Park or Old Town

Spacious 1 Bdrm Unit: king bed, fireplace, parking
Come relax in this bright & spacious 1 bedroom detached unit with private entrance. This room has a king bed, fireplace, full bathroom, table & chairs, mini fridge/freezer, microwave, closet ,dresser, Tv and beautiful mountain views. La Jolla Beaches, downtown San Diego, the Zoo, and Sea World are 25 minutes away. Santee Lakes is just a short drive away where you can enjoy fishing, paddle boating, splash park, biking and picnic area. Mission Gorge Trails is also located just 5 minutes away.

Cedar Cottage Retreat with Mountain View’s
Escape to the countryside. Welcome to the Cedar Cottage nestled in the foothills of San Diego county. Where Vintage/Rustic charm meets modern sophistication. The Cottage sleeps 3. 1 Queen bed and 1 comfortable Twin bed 1 bathroom. Pet friendly Just 2 miles from Sycuan resort, casino & golf . Get back to nature at this delightful cabin hideaway in the hills just 3.5 miles from the quaint town of Alpine. This very special private estate has natural beauty when looking out from the cottage.

2 Bdrm, Kid-Friendly, Yard, Pool, Play, & Spa!
Our family-friendly home rests on the foothills of Mt Helix, 15-20 mins to downtown and beaches. Your space is a converted 2-bdrm basement unit with private entrance and access to a large patio, play area, backyard w/ pool and spa. You are steps away from a beautiful nature trail and park; Estrella County Park. Our family of 3 lives above the unit and we strive to provide a wonderful, relaxing stay for our guests. We are close to all that San Diego has to offer without the chaos of the city.

Stunning Guest House 15 min. from Zoo, Downtown
Stunning guest house that's 15 minutes to San Diego Zoo + downtown San Diego. The cottage is decorated with mid-century and one-of-a kind furniture in a comfy living space overlooking a gorgeous garden. Enjoy the the garden on your private deck, watch TV while relaxing in the handcrafted Nicaraguan rocker or 1950s Danish slipper chair. The cottage also has a comfy queen-sized bed and a full kitchen that's stocked with what you'd need. Oh, and all guests arrive to a homemade loaf of bread.

Hilltop Casita Mount Helix
View the sunrise and sunset from this panoramic hilltop casita. Enjoy a charming getaway with sweeping views of the mountains and valleys. Enjoy refreshments on private patio while taking in the sights of palm trees and endless hills. Located 15 miles from the beach and 20 minutes from many major San Diego attractions. Please note: we currently have an outdoor renovation project in process behind the casita. There may be days during your stay in which outdoor work is being performed.

Hillside Retreat with Views
Escape to the mountains of San Diego and into a peaceful, well-furnished, private living space with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the California lifestyle. Take in the panoramic views of El Capitan and the Cuyamaca mountain range as you enjoy your favorite beverage around the firepit. California awaits as you can wander east to the mountains and desert, or west to the beaches and shopping centers. Legoland, Seaworld, and the Sesame Place waterpark are all within a short drive.

Fun 1 bd apt on a horse ranch, hiking and biking !
Welcome to our family petting zoo farm and horse ranch in Jamul! Our small ranch is in a quiet, beautiful valley with miles of trails right outside our gate. We horses, mini donkeys, goats, chickens and we sell fresh eggs, ask us! We are a 30 minute drive to the beaches, downtown San Diego, and most SD attractions. Locally we have a gas/convince/liquor store. Rancho San Diego is a 10 minute drive with Target, Grocery, Starbucks and many restaurants. We have hot water and WIFI.

GROVE CASITA/ Amiable Room, Private Enrty, Bath
Quaint Guest Space - 2 easy, fast access ways to Freeway - Keypad entry - Parking - AIR CONDITIONING, - Wired internet, Wi-Fi - Laundry - 10 to 15 minutes to downtown San Diego, the Convention Center, Little Italy, and 32nd Naval Base, San Diego Zoo/ Balboa Park, Coronado Island beach - 15 to 20 minutes to Sea World, Tijuana Mexico, La Jolla, Imperial Beach, Ocean Beach - 1.6 miles to Trolley - 0.6 miles to bus Bus lines - Close to Grocery Stores , fast food, and restaurants

California Dreamin’ at our Coastal-Inspired Suite
Take a break and unwind at our coastal-inspired oasis. Enjoy a relaxed cabana vibe with great natural light in a quiet neighborhood. This newly built private suite has all new appliances, furniture, and fixtures. You'll have everything you need to make you feel right at home with a fully functioning kitchen, en-suite bathroom and stacked washer/dryer. It includes a comfortable workspace with charging ports & a reclining loveseat along with a brand new gel memory foam queen bed.

Fletcher Hills - modern 1 BR.Easy, no step access.
** 36 hours between check-ins. Thorough cleaning and sanitizing.. Four night minimum stay. Dogs ONLY are welcomed on a case by case basis. They must be house trained and are not permitted on any furniture. If you instant book, you must contact me about your pet within 24 hours. Smoking is permitted in the outside areas - patio, gazebo, yard. Easy freeway access helps any commute to downtown and area attractions. Having your own vehicle is the best way to get around..

NEW! Valley View Garden Suite
Kick back, relax, and enjoy the view in this delightful, 1 bedroom w/ livingroom suite. 20 mins from beaches, downtown, Sea World, Zoo. 2 mi to Grossmont Hosp, 8 mi to SDSU, 3 mi to Gillespie Field The suite is attached on the side of a house. But it is completely separate and has its own private entrance. The back patio & side breezeway are just for you . Free, reserved, off-street parking.
Popular amenities for El Cajon family-friendly rentals
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Hacienda de las Campanas (Bell Hacienda)

Noonan's Nest

“Pineapple Express”
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4.8 Average rating
El Cajon stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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