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Villa La Solana

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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California vibes, right in your own backyard
Evenings glow with firepit seating and a pool lit by charming string lights.
Heated saltwater pool + night swim = pure bliss, any time of year.
Pick your paradise—bubbling spa or sparkling pool!
Pick your paradise—bubbling spa or sparkling pool!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool

Explore the area

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La Mesa, CA
  • Place, Sharp Grossmont Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Computer Museum of America
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Villa La Solana

This La Mesa gem blends boho vibes with tropical flair. Enjoy a peaceful zen garden, saltwater pool, and relaxing jacuzzi. Inside, you’ll find stylish finishes and super comfy furniture that make it easy to settle in. The dreamy detached guest suite doubles as a yoga studio or an extra bedroom, and there’s even a full gym if you want to keep up your fitness routine while away. Whether you’re traveling with family or friends, this spot has everything you need for a laid-back and memorable stay.

☆VACATION BLISS RETREATS☆

Welcome to your private escape—perfect for chilling out or turning up the fun. Out back, it’s pure California vibes: take a dip in the tropical-style pool, soak in the jacuzzi, kick back under the cabana by the fire pit, or light up the grill and enjoy dinner outdoors. There are oversized games, a ping pong table, and even LED lights that make the backyard glow at night. For a slower pace, wander into the peaceful Zen Garden—there’s a mini food forest with passionfruit, limes, lemons, nectarines, apricots, and avocados.

Got a workout routine? No need to skip it. There’s a gym set up in the garage. After that, dive into arcade games or have a ping pong showdown.

Inside, the vibe is cozy-boho with modern touches. The kitchen is sleek and super functional—with a gas range, smart fridge that streams music, and everything you need to whip up meals. Eat at the dining table or hang at the bar that opens up to the living area. The leather sectional is perfect for movie nights by the fireplace, and the 55” Smart TV is all set up for streaming.

Bedrooms are set up to be your chill zone—soothing colors, comfy beds, and thoughtful decor to help you wind down. The bathrooms are stylish too, with floating vanities, premium fixtures, and beautiful custom tilework.

The guest house across the courtyard is a dreamy oasis. It's private, peaceful, and even doubles as a great remote work spot. It’s got a queen canopy bed, twin rollaway, Smart TV, electric fireplace, mini-fridge, and French doors that open to pool views.

Extras you’ll love:

• Fast Wi-Fi, cable, and Smart TVs in every bedroom
• Fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances
• Fre☆ard games inside and giant games outside
• Washer + two dryers
• Fresh sheets, towels, and essentials
• Garage parking
• Great for long stays too!
• Long-term stays welcome

We can't wait to host you. Come make some amazing memories here!

Guest Access:

The entire property, including the guest house, backyard pool oasis, hot tub, Zen garden with fruit trees, garage gym, laundry facilities, driveway, and front yard are exclusively yours to enjoy! You'll have complete privacy throughout your stay.

Please note: That the guest house does not have a bathroom or sink.

Other details to note:

• We take cleanliness seriously! Our team follows enhanced cleaning procedures between each stay, with extra attention to high-touched surfaces.
• The home has central heating and air conditioning to keep you comfortable year-round
• This is a family-friendly neighborhood, so keep noise down during quiet hours, especially at night.
• Pool heating is available up to 82°F for $150/day minimum (based on current SDGE rates so please inquire about pricing prior to booking). Spa heating is always free
• A $100 pet fee per pet applies (up to 2 small dogs) to cover deep cleaning after checkout.
• After 10 guests, there's a $50 per night fee for each additional guest.
• Early check-in or late check-out must be requested at least 24 hours ahead and depends on our cleaning schedule.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours start at 9:00 PM and end at 8:00 AM, and no loud music from speakers is allowed during this time.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego, this holiday home is near theme parks. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider San Diego Natural History Museum and San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing and winery tours.
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La Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Computer Museum of America - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 16 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Grossmont Transit Center - 7 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa La Solana have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa La Solana pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Villa La Solana?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa La Solana?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa La Solana?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Villa La Solana located?

This family-friendly San Diego holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sharp Grossmont Hospital and Grossmont College. San Diego State University and Parkway Plaza are also within 6 miles (10 km). Grossmont Transit Center is 7 minutes by foot and Amaya Trolley Station is 21 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Demi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The host is very responsive and the house is nice in a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect!! We couldn't have asked for a better experience! Love love loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic backyard, the separate outbuilding was nice. Good communication. A very comfortable home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

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

Perfect Summer Vacation

Amazing home with so many great amenities. Beautifully decorated and well kept. Convenient location to nearby attractions. Quiet neighborhood. The hosts were easy to work with, great communication. Easy check in/check out process. Loved everything about our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CECELIA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M.

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

Son’s graduation

Perfect location for SDSU graduation. Close to stores, restaurants, freeway and the campus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uyen L.

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

Lovely Home

The house was amazing, plenty of room for the family attending USD graduation weekend . House was clean. Workout room and pool are added bonuses that we enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emma K.

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

Organized and well maintained

We stayed for two nights and overall had a pleasant experience. The house was well-organized, clean inside, and comfortably accommodated our group. It’s in a convenient location, close to everything we needed, which made getting around easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Amazing House!

We loved staying here. It is everything it promises. We had a blast lounging in the pool and hanging out. It is a little farther away from some of the attractions of SD, but you get so much more space for your money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Great place for family

We spent the holidays at this destination. It was great for our family, including adults, children, and 2 dogs! Communication with the host was excellent. We had a few issues that were made into non-issues because they were so attentive (ie, garbage disposal stopped working but they had it fixed within an hour). There is a lot to do at the house, with games and toys everywhere (ping pong, bags, etc). We would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

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

Lovely Property

We rented this house for our annual siblings weekend. More than enough room for everyone. The house is welcoming & comfortable. Very clean. Pool was great. We appreciated the outdoor seating to sit & chat. Close to food & shopping. Easy check in & check out. Prompt communication from owner. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

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

Fantastic Stay Beautiful Home Perfect Hosts

I have stayed at many homes in San Diego over the years, most of the time on Mission Beach during the Summer. This was the first time visiting San Diego in March so stayed inland. This was by far the best I have ever stayed at. Beautiful home with every imaginable amenity provided, the "guest house" by the pool is special, all the rooms are spacious, and the home itself is impeccable. If you stay in March you definitely want the pool to be heated and pay the extra charge, it would be to cold to swim. The hosts are incredible, wonderful people who went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The pool and hot tub were perfect for the 3 kids, and the adults, and the gym in the garage is a huge bonus. Highly recommend this home, we will be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

rick p.

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

Needed a last minute spot for Spring break

We made last minute change to our spring break plans and I happened upon this little gem. It was a little farther inland than originally wanted but it turned out to be a perfect spot. Close to everything and only a quick little jaunt over to the beach if needed. The house was great plenty of room for everyone. My 5 year old was excited to have her own room. The game room in the garage was great and we spent many hours in there. I achieved the high score on Punisher. So good luck to everyone else that tries. I The pool was a little chilly for April, if I had more notice of this trip I would have asked for it to be heated. Definitely a great spot and will consider it again for our future trips to San Diego.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

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

Best VRBO yet for families

Casey thought of everything in this property so that everyone in our family could have a wonderful time. My family (including 2yo, 3 months, and in-laws) loved this place - there was a bed/ bassinet for my newborn, children's potty for my 2 yo, high chair, games, crazy fancy appliances that connect to the Internet and can play music from the fridge, games, pool toys, stocked kitchen, a workout room with something for all skill levels and comfy beds in every room. The neighborhood was safe and in walking distance to the mall area, food, and train..Casey was so attentive to our needs and great to work with. The place is so cute and we didn't want to leave! Best VRBO we've been to, and plenty of room for our extended family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Southern Virginia Ladies PCH Trip

House has many amenities that made it very enjoyable...pool, lovely kitchen, coffee and filters, hot tub, guest house, wifi, and comfortable beds and bedding. The house needs: The hallway bathroom was found needing repairs to toilet seat and toilet paper holder. The floor fan in one bedroom is noisy. The guest house is musty smelling and the TV has a terrible picture. The lights at the pool need to be reset on their timer as they are on all night and were shining through all windows. The TV remote in one bedroom falls off the velcro.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Weston T.

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

Comfortable and handy to attractions

We had a family group of 8, with ages 8 to 78. We enjoyed the setup of the home, which was also appointed well for keeping us comfortable and entertained. The home looks great, though some areas need a little TLC (e.g., worn out hinges on various furniture & cabinets) -- I think they simply have lots of occupancy and things get wear and tear. Would really add to this place if the casita had a bathroom, but otherwise a good setup. We enjoyed having the garage workout area and laundry facilities. The hot tub was great, and the pool is lovely (though during Dec/Jan, not sure it was worth the heating fee). Patio was very pleasant for lounging.We had a few minor issues at that the host handled quickly. They were easy to reach via text and very responsive.The neighborhood is pleasant and quiet, with easy access to freeways to get into downtown and other areas. The immediate area is not particularly scenic and the local plazas have some tasty food options, but all on the rough and ready end of the spectrum. Easy access to numerous box stores and local groceries.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel F.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Vacation Bliss Retreats

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We are Vacation Bliss Retreats, a family-owned hospitality company based out of San Diego. We have a strong passion for hosting and sharing our city’s hidden gems, from great food to live music. Expect a clean, comfortable stay with thoughtful touches. If you need local recommendations, we've got you covered. Looking forward to hosting you!

Why they chose this property

Tucked away in the hills of San Diego County, La Mesa is one of those places that just feels easy to love. With leafy streets, a walkable downtown, and that classic SoCal sunshine, it’s the kind of spot where you can kick back or head out for a little adventure—whatever mood you're in.'

Locals call it the "Jewel of the Hills" for a reason. There’s no shortage of scenic spots, from hiking trails to quiet parks. Just 5 minutes away is Mission Trails Regional Park—a massive outdoor playground with over 8,000 acres of trails, hills, and valleys. Lake Murray is part of it too, and it’s perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking, or just relaxing by the water.

If you’re up for a challenge (and a killer view), Cowles Mountain is nearby and totally worth the climb. It’s San Diego’s highest point, and on clear days, you can actually see the ocean and Mexico from the top. The main trailhead’s less than 2 miles away, and the 3-mile round trip is great cardio—just don’t forget your water and sunscreen, there’s not much shade!

Mount Helix is also close by, and it's got stunning 360° views—great for a chill morning hike or a quick sunset trip. Another hidden gem? La Mesa’s “Secret Stairs” in the Mt. Nebo area. They’re a fun (and slightly sweaty) way to explore the neighborhood on foot.

For something low-key, Harry Griffen Park is a great hangout with big grassy areas, a playground, and even live music in the summer. And if you're into fresh produce or just love wandering farmers markets, head to the La Mesa Farmers' Market on Friday afternoons—it’s full of good vibes, local goodies, and great eats.

You’ll also be close to all the essentials—grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops (yep, there’s a Starbucks nearby), and shopping spots like Grossmont Center and Parkway Plaza.

Everything else you’d want to explore is within 15 miles—think breweries, wine bars, SDSU, Liberty Station, Balboa Park, Old Town, SeaWorld, concert spots, and downtown nightlife.

What makes this property unique

Our place is in a super convenient spot—right near the I-8 and the 125 Freeway—so getting around by car is a breeze.

You’ll have access to private parking in the garage and driveway. Got extra cars? There’s some street parking nearby, but it can be a bit limited.
The Grossmont Center and Trolley Station are just a short walk away, making it easy to hop on public transit and explore the area without driving.

Ride-share pickups are quick—usually just a 3-minute wait or less!
Quick Distances to Key Spots:
Grossmont Trolley Station – 0.5 miles
San Diego Airport – 14.8 miles
Nearby Fun & Must-Sees 🎯
Grossmont Center Fountains – 0.7 mi
The Lookout – 2.1 mi
Lake Murray Park – 3.2 mi
La Mesa Rainbow Stairs – 3.8 mi
Lemon Grove Giant Lemon – 5.4 mi


Other Cool Spots ⛱️
3-min drive to groceries & shops
2.5 mi to San Carlos Golf Course
3.3 mi to Mount Helix Park
10.8 mi to San Diego Zoo & Balboa Park
13.4 mi to Downtown SD
14.4 mi to SeaWorld
16.5 mi to Pacific Beach
17.3 mi to Coronado Island
20.6 mi to La Jolla
33 mi to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
37.6 mi to LEGOLAND
99.3 mi to Disneyland

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