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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Place, Lake Cuyamaca
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Ysabel Mission
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Playroom

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House

Escape the big city and step into this tranquil retreat. This quiet, relaxing home is surrounded by tall oaks with a view of Lake Cuyamaca. A short walk will have you at the edge of the lake, free to enjoy hiking, fishing, and boat rentals. Just an eight mile drive will have you in historic downtown Julian and its famous apple pie!

This extremely spacious 1900 Square feet home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms (each with a shower and bath tub). The master bedroom and bath take up the entire second floor, with a giant window that faces the lake. The other two private bedrooms are on the first floor along with an additional bathroom. There is a large playroom that is perfect for children, and features a futon for added sleeping capacity. The large open combination living room, dining room, and kitchen feature a wood burning stove that lends cozy heat and ambiance. Newly remodeled kitchen as of November 2023. You'll also love the spacious deck equipped with a propane grill for easy cooking, and nestled among a row of pine and oak trees.

Wildlife is common on the property, with the most frequent visitors being a multitude of colorful birds, squirrels, dear, and even wild turkeys. Bird feeders on the property encourage frequent visits from the local feathered friends.

Bring your warm clothes in the winter months and be ready for a walk through peaceful snow cover trails around the lake.

The home is equipped with WiFi as well as a tv/dvd with streaming capabilities. We apologize this is not a pet friendly home.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Great place for children! Bonus room is a playroom
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We have a strict 7 maximum overnight guest policy as well as a strict NO pets/animals of any kind on the property. Please know this before booking.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Julian

Located in Julian, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve, while Julian Historical Society and Julian Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Julian, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Cuyamaca - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Ysabel Mission - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Anza Borrego Desert State Park - 26 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Julian Cafe & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pit Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Pie House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House on Mar 28, 2026 start from $330, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Beautiful And Serene Lake View House located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Cuyamaca and Santa Ysabel Mission. Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was a lot of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Lake Cuyamaca Getaway

Great property and fantastic host! We had a great trip and throughly enjoyed our stay at this property. Great/new kitchen, large comfortable living room, and plenty of comfortable beds. I definitely recommend this house to anyone visiting the Julian or Lake Cuyamaca area!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Hiking and Apple Pie

We had a relaxing and fun stay in this home. It's conveniently located to Julian, where we had great BBQ and apple pies, and to many sections of the PCT for hiking. The hike had everything we needed and more 😊.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

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

The house was amazing. Great for families with kids. Had everything you could need.

The house was very impressive. Bigger than expected.. I recommend it highly. Really only one issue. The upstairs never really got warm. We didn’t get very lucky with the weather. But still had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful and serene lake house

We came here to spend a quiet weekend before our baby arrives in a few weeks. This was exactly what we needed! Across the street from lake cuyamaca, we were greeted right away by wild turkeys. We drove 10 minutes to Julian to grab dinner and when we got back, there was an owl in the car port, hooting away. At night, you could hear the coyotes talking to each other, which was absolutely breathtaking! The next day, we made our way to a local orchard and picked some apples and a frozen Apple pie. We came back to the house in the late afternoon and cooked up the pie. We then went for a nice stroll down to the lake. I brought the bird reference sheet that's near the fireplace and we spotted tons of birds in the area. We ate at the very close Lake Cuyamaca diner and walked back. We saw the owl again at the house, spent another cool and peaceful evening and left the next morning. If you are looking for a beautiful and serene setting, a place to get away from it all, this is where you want to go. The interior design is comforting and clean. Furniture is new, linens are clean, dishes are plentiful and clean. I wish this were my house and this is what I came home to every day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Break by the Lake

We had a fantastic time at this cozy little cabin. Our group of six adults had enough room to sleep, play and relax. The balcony was not in service but this place was so great it didn’t impact our stay. Many of loved that there was carpet instead of all hardwood. Great location with soft beds which were a great comfort after a day of boating on the lake. Minor complaint was not enough towels and no dish towels to be found or hard to find. Overall, highly recommend and we will be back. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

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

Peaceful

We had an amazing time. It was extremely peaceful. Had a few encounters with the deer and turkeys. 💙
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Bird watchers paradise

What a nice trip. We made ourselves at home. Easy to find everything with labeled cabinets. We will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

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

Great Getaway

Great weekend retreat for us. The weather was overcast with rain, but we had the most relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Thanksgiving 2018

What a great place! I don't think the pictures do it justice. The house is very spacious! Our family had such a great time. About 10 minutes to Julian. Very close/easy walk to Lake Cuyamaca, views from the dining room and bedroom. Everything was very easy...reservations, confirmations, instructions on how to get in, etc. We didn't need it, but there is a nice playroom for kids, games and DVD's. We just picked this place blindly, based on needs and reviews and we were very impressed and would recommend and return to this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Lara A.

Great cabin!

The house is very big, the kitchen dining and living room area makes it perfect to hangout with the family. The deck is nice too and there are plenty of toys and a swing that were great to entertain our kids. Thank you Barbara!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rebekah C.

Great if you don’t mind being off the grid

We had a wonderful stay, however an important note, there is no WIFI on the property and the TV only takes DVDs, so come prepared to be off the grid and enjoy the quiet. Overall the beds and bathrooms were very clean and well kept. The kitchen had a few dirty dishes in the cabinets and a portion of the fridge froze one section of our the food we brought. The other disappointing item was we tried to get in for an early check-in, Zora said to simply call that morning and she would let us know but when we left her a voicemail and text she did not return our messages. Other than that we had a great time. We would return if WIFI was installed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Cindy S.

Great location. We'ld gladly return.

Our family loved the size of the house, nice open space. Location near the lake was great. Parking was not the most conducive for a regular car but we managed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Ahhhh..... so peaceful!

We stayed in this home in February 2017. Even though the weather was rainy it didn't dampen our spirits thanks to this amazing home! We enjoyed the beautiful lake view and hiking around the area. It was so nice to stop our hectic lives and soak in the warm fire as we made a puzzle and played cards. The home was much larger than expected and we loved the open feeling it gave us. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Very Nice

The cabin was very nice, very comfortable, and everything as advertised and more. We had only 1 issue with the propane, it was IMMEDIATELY taken care of. Zora was excellent to work with and we will stay there again!!
Archival

8/10 Good

Leslie L.

Nice getaway

We had a very nice time at the Julian house. The place was roomy and comfortable and had everything we needed except for internet/wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

antoine d.

Wonderful Retreat

This house was the scenic getaway this family of city-folk needed. The house is super clean, with plenty of room for larger families, and our family loved hanging out together in the super comfortable living room. We woke up to deer in the front yard the first morning, and my kids were able to see wild turkeys the next morning. We also loved feeding the bids off the big deck, including our favorite, hummingbirds, and the bird guide that was in the house was a great resource (Thanks Laura!). Just minutes from Julian, we were able to get some of the best apple pie and cider money can buy, while also getting to enjoy the small-town feel. One of the things the adults enjoyed the most was being able to disconnect and enjoy the peace, quiet, and sheer beauty of the area, as you are just a short walk away from Lake Cuyamaca. Believe it not, the drive into San Diego to enjoy the beach, zoo, or safari park is very manageable, so we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again, even if we were making plans in the city. However, next time, we plan to spend more time at the house, enjoying the comfort, beauty, and quiet!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfet getaway for our family

THE FRESH AIR!!! We loved our time at this house. The area is absolutely gorgeous. The house is very comfortable and clean with everything we needed, also spacious and well maintained. There's a nice deck off of the family room for outside hanging. Extremely quiet - best sleep I'd had in a while. There is a play room for the kids stocked with some toys and books. We met wild turkeys and deer around the property each day. There are several homes in the vicinity, but it still feels secluded. An easy walk to the lake and you can hike, fish, and eat at the lakeside restaurant. We went into Julian for a stroll around town and to get some pie/beer/etc, but honestly wished we had just stayed at the house for more tranquility. It's such an easy and perfect escape from the city for us. We will definitely book again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing property

I can vouch for this place, owners are the best at making sure EVERYTHING is taken care of. Not a detail gets overlooked. And the view is perfect. I love it there and I am certain you would too. So much nicer than a hotel and it's not too far away !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina G.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

armando

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana Lucia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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