Beautiful property with fantastic amenities. We played golf in San Diego by day and enjoyed some R&R at the house by night. Would definitely stay again to experience the wineries and outdoor activities in the area. Had a chance to venture to nearby Julian, CA on night one and enjoyed some delicious food and drink. Would absolutely recommend this experience, particularly for outdoor lovers and those looking to get away from the chaos of the city
Perfect anniversary getaway. Home was clean, well taken care of, and just as described. The home owner was great with communication and we look forward to visiting again!
If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is the perfect place to do it. With nature all around you, beautiful views, and a perfect location, you canât go wrong. This is one of our favorite places to stay and we canât wait to come back! Lara is the perfect host and makes the whole process from check-in to check-out so easy.
Of all the vacation homes I've stayed at, this one by far is one of the best.
Upon entering, the first thing I could not help but notice was how well the house looked maintained.
Every window was sparkling clean and everything was in good working condition.
The kitchen was well stocked and had plenty of counter top space for cooking.
The house is beautifully decorated and so very comfortable.
The views are beyond amazing. Bring binoculars!!!!!
I saw lots of deer roaming around.
At night, I would sit out on the patio in the dark and stare at the starry sky.
The feeling of stillness and calmness is very noticeable because It's incredibly quiet.
No city noise or lights.
For fun, I walked from the house down to CA-78.
Round trip was about 2.5 miles.
Along the way you'll see great views of the lake and you'll pass several working ranches. I saw horses, buffaloes, mules, and turkeys.
While I was there, the Santa Ana winds hit hard. The wind is no joke in this area.
The homeowner notified me that the power was going to be turned off as a fire precaution.
I was so grateful to hear that they not only had back up battery power and they also had a generator as backup for such situations.
Now that's what I call a Wisdom Win.
They continued to keep me updated and made sure I was comfortable.
I'll definitely be coming back to visit a magical place!!!!
Quick trip to the countryside and we picked a perfect place. Like all the other reviews, a very quiet and beautiful place. Sitting on the back patio and just watching the birds was nice.
So lucky to have found this oasis, just an hour or so from home. Just beautiful! Exactly what we needed to renew our love after losing a son/brother earlier this year. Thank you Lara, for the wonderful home and surroundings. Refreshed and ready to move forward.
Hoping to be back soon!
Property was flawless and very private and a great peaceful relaxing place to return to after a busy day of exploring San Diego. The hot tub was amazing!
This is a beautiful property! The farmhouse style fits this house. From the high end finishes inside to the beautiful porch ambiance outside. We enjoyed the hot tub and the media room nightly.
We had a very lovely time relaxing and bird watching and soaking in the hot tub! It was just what we needed to decompress and have a quiet family weekend away! Thank you so much for sharing your home!
We had the most relaxing time with a beautiful view. Laraâs attention to detail in the house made us feel like we were at homeâŠwithout the stress! She even checked in by text to make sure we got in and everything was ok.Hot tub with an incredible view of the valley and sunset. Clean, updated, with all the amenities. Multiple feeders and native brush attracted all kinds of birds. We definitely hope to go back and stay longer!
We absolutely loved staying in Laraâs home. The entire property is so beautiful - we only wish we had more time to stay and experience the surrounding areas!
If you are intrigued by the photos and description of The Bluebird Retreat, the place is even better in person! Such a quiet, secluded sanctuary with breathtaking views. The cottage was so well appointed- Lara has thought of everything. We used it as a home base while we enjoyed hiking in the area. It is spotless and comfortable.
Whether you are soaking in the hot tub or sitting by the fire pit enjoying fantastic local wine, you canât help but be relaxed. We loved to watch such a variety of birds and wildlife too.
Lara was very attentive and was always available b
This house is so well appointed. The kitchen is very well stocked, beds were very comfortable and the view is stunning! The fire outside and the hot tub were wonderful additions. Lara was an amazing, very responsive host - highly recommend staying in this beautiful home!
This is my second time staying here! It was just as good as ever! Amazing location and everything youâll need is at the house! Loved the hot tub in the evening!
We loved this place! Amazing views, and a quiet, beautiful location. We traveled into San Diego every day and it was totally worth the 1 hour commute. Weâll be staying here again in the future.
We spent a week at the Bluebird Retreat while visiting our son and daughter-in-law who live nearby. Laraâs home really felt like home away from home. We had some rainy days, and my daughter-in-law took advantage of the wonderfully stocked kitchen to treat us to some special meals. On a warmer evening, we roasted hot dogs over the fire pit while watching the sunset. The whole house is welcoming and great for relaxing and just hanging out. We especially enjoyed sunrises watching the birds and sunsets in the hot tub. I had a few questions, and Lara was easy to communicate with. We know where weâll be staying next time we visit the kids. Thanks Lara!
Love the location, enjoyed all the wildlife such as seeing deer, squirrels and many different types of birds. We enjoyed the hot tub.
The local wineries are very good and the people are so friendly and nice. They really treat you like family. Ate at a couple restaurants and the food was delicious. Enjoyed visiting Julian and Stone brewery.