Big Blue - Pura Vida Tiny Home Mountain Retreat - Mount Laguna

9.6

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Mount Laguna, CA

Laguna Mountain Recreation Area3 min walk
Lake Cuyamaca26 min drive
Viejas Casino27 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Big Blue - Pura Vida Tiny Home Mountain Retreat

With roots in both Costa Rica and Chicago, we understand the desire to get away sometimes and seek out peace and quiet! Pura Vida, or the good life, is the Costa Rican way. We invite you to get away from the city in our comfortable and welcoming, open-concept tiny home, located an hour drive outside of San Diego in Mount Laguna. Enjoy the queen-sized lofted bed where you will wake up to the beautiful view of tall pine trees and the sound of birds calling and woodpeckers digging for breakfast! The futon can be folded down and is convenient for a third traveler or even families with a couple of children. (Additional Air mattress can be provided upon request). You will be able to make breakfast of your own in our full kitchen. We also like to share the “Pura Vida” with you by providing delicious and authentic Costa Rican coffee for your enjoyment. If you prefer, you can even follow the instructions we left you to brew using a traditional Costa Rican pour over style! You can indulge in your meals at our indoor breakfast bar, looking out our large windows, or you might prefer to eat outside on the deck inside of the private, fenced in area.

Whether you are looking for a quiet, relaxing weekend with nothing to do, or you are an avid adventurer, Mount Laguna has it all! Feel free to take a nap on our hammock, play games with family/friends, or read in our lounge chairs. Nearby you will find several trails ranging from family-friendly short trails to more advanced and challenging hikes. A walk through the campground next door will even lead you directly to the Pacific Crest Trail, the best route for anyone who feels like walking from Mexico to Canada :) There are also several great mountain biking sites within a 10 minute drive of the house.

A drive into Pine Valley (15-20 mins) will give you the chance to try one of the best burgers in the area at The Frosty Burger, or you might take the 30 second walk over to the Pine House Cafe located on site (Open Thursday-Sunday for lunch and dinner). Make sure to stock up on drinks, firewood and food on your way up - you will be glad you did! After a long day of activities (or just relaxing!) you can grill out back in our yard and enjoy a bonfire while stargazing through the openings in the trees.

Property manager

Ashley Schorr

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Mount Laguna

Located in Mount Laguna, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum and Julian Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eagle and High Peak Mines and Julian Town Hall. Laguna Mountain Recreation Area and California Wolf Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mount Laguna, CA

What's nearby

Laguna Mountain Recreation Area - 3 min walk
Lake Cuyamaca - 26 min drive
Viejas Casino - 27 min drive
Golden Acorn Casino - 28 min drive
Agua Caliente County Park - 74 min drive

Restaurants

Pine House Cafe & Tavern - 1 min walk
The Outpost by Valley Farm - 5 min walk
Blue Jay Lodge - 5 min walk
Making Adventures to Remember - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Blue - Pura Vida Tiny Home Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Big Blue - Pura Vida Tiny Home Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Blue - Pura Vida Tiny Home Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Blue - Pura Vida Tiny Home Mountain Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Laguna Mountain Recreation Area and within 12 miles (20 km) of Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness. Pine Valley County Park and Pine Valley Libary are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Igor W.

26 May 2023

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

A short getaway from the city

In a scale from 1 to 10, I will definitely give it an 11. Love the place and the area. Peace and quiet. Beautiful nature. Two great dining spots.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Emma

23 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn’t use bbq no propane & both gas lighters empty

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

9 Oct 2022

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

Such a sweet little retreat. Enjoyed our stay so much.

Great!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt

14 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had the best time at this tiny home. It is very close to the observatory where we were taking night time photography pictures at Mt. Laguna. During the day we enjoyed hiking and exploring the nearby towns. There is a fantastic restaurant right next door to the tiny home community as well. By far the best experience was the host. She gave us plenty of suggestions on what to do in the area, and communication was excellent. The place has everything you need to prepare food and relax. We grilled our meals and enjoyed s’mores by the fire at night. Would definitely return for another visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022