Enjoy our Sun-Drenched Oasis with a private infinity salt water pool that is heated to the 80s all year. Soak your worries away in the salt water 102 degree spa. Have fun checking out our artistic landscape, hiking trails, picking fruit, enjoying farm fresh eggs, playing Horseshoes, Disc Golf, Corn Hole, Pool Basketball & many more games. Finish up your day enjoying a beverage with a lazy afternoon swim under the sun taking in the breathtaking views of a little slice of paradise. The "chef’s kitchen," and BBQs are waiting for you to create a delicious meal. This is the perfect, relaxing getaway for families and friends. San Diego county is the perfect place to rest and relax. This is the 'Hidden Gem' of Valley Center with breathtaking views of the San Diego Mountains. We strive to have everything you need for a perfect getaway. Enjoy our secluded private 5 ac estate, it is absolutely fantastic with a infinity salt water pool and spa, fully fenced, walking trails, picnic areas, meditation spots. Foosball table, Disc Golf, horseshoe's at the top of the property next to the view deck. Enjoy our organic fruit trees boasting the best orange juice you will ever taste. San Diego County is a world class tourist destination best known for its excellent climate. The temperature is usually between 60 and 80 degrees in the winter and 70-90 degrees in the summer. San Diego attracts tourists from all over the world to enjoy: - beaches Oceanside and Carlsbad are only a 30 min drive - ocean activities such as - surfing, canoeing, scuba diving, ocean fishing, boating, yachting, windsurfing, water skis, kite surfing and more - Balboa Park - built a century ago for 1915-16 Panama-California Exposition - Museums - art, history, technology, aviation, marine and many more. - World Famous San Diego Zoo - World Famous SeaWorld theme park - World Famous Legoland - Wild animal park a short 25 min drive - Charming seaside villages - Seaport, Coronado, LaJolla, DelMar, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Pacific Beach. - Casinos with world class restaurants - Near Fallbrook the World capital of Avocados - Hot air balloons - Temecula wine country isa 30 min drive - many wineries and wine tasting
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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About the area
Valley Center
Located in Valley Center, this holiday home is in a rural area. Moonlight Ampitheatre and Ritz Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Keys Creek Lavender Farm. Consider O'Sullivian's Irish Pub Escondido for a night out or Alta Vista Gardens if you're travelling with kids. Canoeing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
The Market at Hidden Meadows - 17 min drive
Side Yard Public House - 17 min drive
Escondido Moose Lodge - 16 min drive
Canyon Grille - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Life is better by the pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Life is better by the pool?
As of 23 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life is better by the pool on 25 Apr, 2027 start from S$3,269, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Life is better by the pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Life is better by the pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Life is better by the pool?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Life is better by the pool?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Life is better by the pool located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Keys Creek Lavender Farm, Bates Nut Farm and The Oaks Course. Rancho Guajome Adobe and Cal-a-vie are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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Amazing property! Gorgeous views, pool and spa were excellent, and the bed was outrageously comfortable. Great kitchen and grill for cooking while we visited. Not to mention the fresh oranges available right from the trees!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
We are so happy that you enjoyed our pool, spa, spacious home, new adjustable bed and tasty oranges. We also treasure how private, peaceful and quiet it is at our estate.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Safe Travels
We stayed for close to two weeks at this incredible oasis of beauty, comfort, and charm, and it delivered beyond our expectations. It’s the perfect blend of San Diego paradise, private infinity pool, one-in-a-million views of the rolling hills, and an orange grove we could utilize right outside the door (freshly squeezed OJ!). The thoughtful design and décor made the whole house feel relaxing and inviting, and the kitchen had everything we needed from day one. Our kids loved it just as much as we did. Tom made the entire stay seamless. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
We are thrilled that you enjoyed our pool, spa, spacious home, walking trails and tasty oranges. We also treasure how private, peaceful and quiet it is at our estate. We really appreciate the fact that you noticed all the hard work we do maintaining and deep cleaning our home and property. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Safe Travels, Tom & Cindy
Just got back from a week long stay and we had a wonderful time. My daughter didn't want to leave. The check in process was super easy, and the quick communication by the owner with any questions we had was super appreciated. The pool and view was the highlight of our stay. The house is beautiful with all the amenities you would need, and the beds were very comfortable. It is so peaceful and quiet that it really did make you appreciate being out in the country and away from all the hustle and bustle of the city. Many thanks for the great stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
We are thrilled that you enjoyed our pool, spa, spacious home, views and tasty oranges. Our crew really appreciates the fact that you noticed all the hard work they do maintaining and deep cleaning our home and property. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Safe Travels, Tom & Cindy
Ideal summer getaway in the middle of a beautiful valley. The beach and several coastal towns are very close by. Impossible to get my daughter out of the pool! Beautiful fully equipped kitchen. Just everything you need for a relaxing, stress-free holiday. Oh, and Tom is great! Very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2026
Cheryl and her family were fantastic guests! They treated our home so beautifully and left it super clean. I am hopeful they will come to stay again and would recommend them as guests in your home.
Enjoyed our stay. House is beautiful.. property is so nice . the view of the sunrise over the mountains is amazing! Would definitely stay here again😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
We are so pleased that you enjoyed our estate, and are thrilled that you appreciate the work our staff does maintaining the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate"
Had a great stay. House was clean and nice. Pool and hot tub were perfect. Picked oranges and made fresh OJ every morning. Perfect place to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
We are so pleased that you enjoyed our estate and our organic tasty oranges. Thanks for taking such great care of our home! Most of our guest really enjoy how private and quiet it is at our estate. We are thrilled that you appreciate the work our staff does maintaining and deep cleaning the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate"
EVERYTHING you need is here to enjoy whatever kind of stay you desire. It couldn’t have been more convenient visiting both the top-notch San Diego Wildlife Safari or the LegoLand Park along with Wohlford Lake and Daley Ranch for morning hikes. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2024
We are thrilled that your stay was amazing and that you took advantage of some great attractions near us. Thanks for taking great care of our home, we look forward to having you and your family back soon.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
James P.
22 Oct, 2016
Perfect. Just as avertised.
Perfect get away for solitude. Beautiful property. Great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
James and his family where the perfect guest they took great care of our home. I was happy that they enjoyed their stay and look forward to their next visit.
Beautiful house stocked with everything you need. Property is beautiful. Perfect for our family visit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2024
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at our estate. You and your family are our favorite guests as we really appreciate you leaving our home so clean and taking great care of it. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Sincerely, Tom & Cindy
We are happy that you enjoyed our estate, we are thrilled that you appreciate the work our staff does maintaining the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate"
Phenomenal! We felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The amazing pool provided endless fun and relaxation. A delightful bonus of picking up fresh oranges from the trees added a unique and memorable touch to our experience. Our stay at this house was truly exceptional!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Agustin and his family were the perfect guests, as they took great care of our home and left it super clean. We hope to have them back soon.
Tom & Cindy
This was our second stay at this property. Our favorite feature is the heated pool and the spa that faces the incredible view. Since our last visit, the owner upgraded the heating system. I appreciate that the owners provided a device for controlling the pool instead of forcing us to download an app. Plenty of pantry items and paper products. Comfortable beds. It’s truly one of our favorite places. Thank you Tom and Cindy!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kristin R.
25 Sept, 2016
So much fun!!
The house was gorgeous. Perfect for the six of us to stay before a wedding. The wonderful owner and housekeeper were so sweet and it was stocked with everything we could need! We had so much fun. Go Bears!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
Ally and her guest took great care of our home left everything clean. We are happy they enjoyed our home, they are welcome back anytime.
Celebrated a birthday with extended family and kids. House was as advertised in the pool is amazing fantastic view. Tom was incredibly easy to reach and we enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay, we look forward to your next visit.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Angiie D.
8 Jun, 2017
Absolutely Amazing!
Everything about our stay was perfect! The house was beautiful; the pool was clean and warm; the spa was hot and amazing at night when the fog rolled in; and the owners were easy to get hold of and very accommodating! It really could not have been any better! I highly recommend this rental for anyone wanting to escape the world for a few days to relax in quiet paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
We really appreciated how Angie and her guest took such great care of our home. When we returned home everything was super clean and in its place. I enjoyed our conversations on the phone immensely, as we went over the features of our home. She has a great sense of humor, lots of fun to chat with. Angie is the reason why we love having our home listed on Homeaway, knowing that someone is enjoying our home while we are traveling.
We hope to have her and her guest back soon, as she is welcome back anytime.
Awesome property outside San Diego (30-40 minutes to the beach) with beautiful gardens and large heated pool/ spa with views of the Palomar mountains. Spacious house was very clean and well-stocked with everything we needed during our week stay, including a juicer for the fresh oranges! Easy communication with Tom & Cindy, who were great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2024
""We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at our estate, We are glad that you took advantage of the fresh squeezed orange juice from the orchard. A lot of our guest also enjoy the fact that the San Diego Wild Animal Park, Lego-land, the beach and the wineries are a short drive from our estate. We are Looking forward to welcoming you back soon.
Sincerely, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate""
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lena
26 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a fantastic stay. Tom is a great host, very friendly with good communication. The house is more beautiful than all the pictures can express. A wonderful pool, the kids had a lot of fun.The kitchen is very well equipped, there is everything you need.Another highlight are the orange trees in the garden.
This property was absolutely stunning! My daughter, two friends and I stayed here for 4 nights and it was wonderful! The house was clean and well stocked, the pool was beautiful and a very comfortable temperature. I would highly recommend this place to everyone I know and would go back in a heartbeat! Tom and Cindy were easy to communicate with and you can tell they take very good care of their home and their guests.
We had a great experience at this rental. It is located in an area that is private and the property is very well maintained. Our host was very helpful and attentive. Upon our arrival we found several welcome gifts that were much appreciated. The space was clean and inviting. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
""We are so pleased that you enjoyed our estate and the welcome gifts. We are thrilled that you appreciate all the hard work our staff does maintaining the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate""
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
26 Sept, 2017
Wanna getaway and unwind? You've found the place!
Stayed for 3 days for our annual chick trip and everyone loved this beautiful home. Tucked into the hills with a most amazing view, you truly feel like you are away from it all. Clean and comfy with a well equipped kitchen, we all agreed we would come back to this lovely and inviting home, no one wanted to leave! Besides being a few loungers short for all that wanted to lay out by the pool, we couldn't have asked for more, thanks Tom!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
Thanks for the awesome review we appreciate your suggestions and have added new patio lounge chairs, pool rafts & toys, new gas BBQ and many more upgrades. We look forward to your next visit.
Tom & Cindy
Absolutely beautiful home, photos do not do it justice! Gorgeous pool and spa area. We enjoyed the trails and citrus orchard. Only 30 minutes to SD Safari Park. Very much appreciated the paper products and pantry staples. Beds were clean and comfy. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed our pool, spa, spacious home, walking trails and tasty oranges. We also treasure how private, peaceful and quiet it is at our estate. Our crew really appreciates the fact that you noticed all the hard work they do maintaining and deep cleaning our home and property. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Safe Travels, Tom & Cindy
House was well-appointed, spacious and clean! Kitchen is well stocked with more than basic necessities. Property was huge and have available private walking trails! Views from the backyard and pool area are amazing! Neighborhood is super quiet and is perfect for a getaway!! Lastly, freshly squeezed OJ every morning can’t be beat❤️❤️❤️Host is easy to communicate with. Thank you very much for the stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
"We are so pleased that you enjoyed our estate and our tasty organic oranges. Thanks for taking such great care of our home and leaving it so clean! Most of our guest really enjoy how private and quiet it is at our estate. We are thrilled that you appreciate the work our staff does maintaining and deep cleaning the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Safe Travels, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate""
Beautiful, fully equipped house. Everything was super comfortable, from the living room furniture, to the dining room table and our bedrooms. Backyard just spectacular. Tom was great, answering questions right away. Very quiet, peaceful area. Pool and hot tub probably our favorite way to spend a vacation ever. Thanks so much.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2025
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and took such great care of our home. We are happy that you appreciated the work our staff does maintaining and deep cleaning the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Safe Travels, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley ""
Our family had the absolute best time at this home! The pictures online only gives you a glimpse. The view in the backyard is breathtaking. You can see it from the living room, the kitchen even the master bedroom. The house was very clean and stocked with more then we expected. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
""We are so pleased that you enjoyed our home and our convenient location. We really appreciate you taking great care of our home and leaving our home so clean. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Sincerely, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate""
My family really enjoyed staying here. It is a beautiful home with a great swimming pool and hot tub. The area is quiet and the weather was great. My kids loved playing foosball in the loft and they even have a horseshoe game set up. They have lots of orange trees on the property so we had fresh squeezed orange juice every morning. The kitchen is fully stocked with every utensil or pan needed, the bathrooms were fully stocked, and the beds were comfortable. We loved our stay at this house and would fully recommend it to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and took advantage of our fresh OJ. Thanks for taking great care of our home and leaving it so clean. We are happy that you appreciated the work our staff does maintaining and deep cleaning the property. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Safe Travels, Tom & Cindy, Saber Valley Estate""
About the host
Hosted by Tom Koretke 760-716-6771
We have enjoyed working in real estate since 1984, because it's not just a job, it's our passion. My wife Cindy and I purchased an undeveloped 5 ac piece of land in rural Valley Center in 2001, than built our dream home. Cindy and I are now traveling a lot and we look forward to staying at other vacation homes. We do not smoke, we take pride in maintaining our home and property. We enjoy knowing that other families are enjoying our home while we are out of town experiencing other cultures.
Why they chose this property
Because it is in a great centrally located area near all main attractions in the country with breathtaking views quiet and private home.
What makes this property unique
This awesome 3 br 2.5 ba estate built in 2003 with EV Charger and a private completely fenced awesome infinity salt water pool/spa view back yard. Hi speed internet, BBQ, ref, micro, oven, coffee maker all you need to bring is a good book, food & drink. This country get away will sleep up to 6+2 in the loft fully furnished, you will enjoy picking & eating all the Oranges you can eat, just out your back door and make fresh orange juice every morning.