Breath taking views, privacy, your own forest of avocado trees, a completely remodeled villa with pool, hot tub, sun deck, short walk away from Monserate Winery - The Hilltop Villa in Fallbrook has it all.
The Villa was completely remodeled and updated in 2022 and features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 sun rooms, entertainment kitchen and massive 35x35 ft living room.
The Villa is perched atop the avocado grove hill in an absolute climate sweet spot: Far enough away from the ocean to escape the annoying marine layer (a layer of fog and clouds that covers beach towns much of the year), but close enough to enjoy the ocean breeze.
After a comprehensive 6-month remodel in 2022, the Hilltop Villa has been WOW-ing guests.
"Oh my gosh" are usually the first words as guests step from the front door right into the massive, all window, panoramic view, high ceiling living room. The Hilltop Villa was completely remodeled and upgraded in 2022.
As you look at our pictures, please keep in mind what our guests have expressed in their reviews:
- The photos and description cannot fully capture the feeling of peace and serene one feels while relaxing on the outdoor swings that overlook the beautiful rolling hills that seem to go on forever; or the sound of the wind blowing through the hundreds of fruit and avocado trees nearby. - Luke
- This villa was absolutely amazing! It is even better in person than in pictures!! - Marie
- This home was even better than the pictures. - Clellene
- The house is actually more stunning than the pictures. - Holly
- You need to change house photos on Airbnb, your house looks much more gorgeous than photos. - Eric
- The house itself is better and cleaner than the pictures (if you can believe it). - Young
- It looks way better in person and pictures don’t do it justice. - Melissa
- It was better and bigger than the pictures portrayed. - Darren
- Pictures did not do it justice. - Johanna
YOU WILL FIND HOUSE RULES AND ADDITIONAL CHECK IN/OUT INFORMATION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
About the owners:
My wife and I (Simon and Jodi) are not a vacation rental company or vacation rental managers. We own, love, and maintain this very special property and avocado farm. We want you to enjoy your special moments at the Hilltop Villa and guests can always reach me on my cell phone.
Living room:
The living room is the center of the Hilltop Villa. Well over 1,000 sf, high ceilings, and expansive panoramic views turn every gathering into a memorable experience. The living room connects to the gourmet kitchen, billiard nook, two sun rooms and an outside entertainment area with even better views. In the living room itself, you will find a formal dining table for eight, comfy couches for five, and two lounge chairs by the fire place.
Gourmet kitchen:
The kitchen was designed to accommodate your favorite gathering of friends and family. The comfy bar stools around the center island and granite counter top flowing into the living room easily seat eight guests.
Master bedroom:
The huge master bedroom comes with a king bed, ceiling fan, TV, huge master closet, and direct access to the 'tree house' sun room and outside relaxation/entertainment area. As soon as you step foot into the sun room, you'll feel like you are in a tree house. The master bed room connects directly to the master bathroom, which feels like your own personal spa.
Bedrooms #2, #3, #4.
All 4 bedrooms are fully furnished and equipped with king beds, high-end mattresses (see picture description if you want to know which type and brand of mattress is in each bedroom), ceiling fans, and TVs.
Two additional twin size memory foam mattresses are provided upon request to accommodate extra guests.
Master bathroom:
The master bathroom features a walk in shower with double rainfall shower heads, bath tub, changing lights, electric fire place and big walk-in closet. You won't want to leave your own personal spa.
Bathroom #2:
This bathroom features a large walk in rainfall shower, modern double sink cabinets and direct access to the sun room.
Bathroom # 3:
This bathroom sports a designer shower and sink.
'Tree house' sun room:
This sun room is connected to the master bedroom. As soon as you step into the sun room, you'll feel like you are in a tree house. Take a few more steps and you are on the artificial lawn with fresh avocados within reach (when in season).
Entertainment sun room:
This sunroom can be accessed from the kitchen or living room. It is protected only by mosquito nets, which allows the gentle but consistent breeze to come in and brighten your day.
Entertainment/relaxation area:
This area is right outside the living room. It features outside seating for 10 (or more), artificial gras, fire pit, heater, over-sized umbrella and access to the hot tub.
Hot tub:
The hot tub is always ready to be used. Unlike other places, you don't have to schedule your 'soak' and you don't have to pay extra to heat it. It's always hot and ready for you.
Swimming pool:
This over-sized pool is up to 9 feet deep and 'green energy heated' (the water flows through black panels on the roof, which increases the temperature by a few degrees). During the summer the water temperature moves into the 80s, during the winter the temperature moves into the high 50s, 60s or low 70s (as comparison, average San Diego summer ocean temperature is 67 degrees). Enjoy the magnificent views while swimming or relaxing in the provided lounge chairs.
Avocado grove:
The Hilltop Villa is surrounded by a lush 5-acre avocado grove. We sell the avocados commercially (harvest time is usually in June) to help pay for the water bill (the grove needs the equivalent of 5 inches of rain every month), but you are welcome to roam around the grove and pick avocados or citrus (we have white and pink grapefruit, tangelo and satsuma tangerines, kumquats, cara cara and navel oranges, pomegranates, cherimoyas, apples and Macademia nuts).
Pets:
We allow certain pets but only after prior permission and usually for a reasonable extra fee.
Guest house:
There is a beautiful guest house on the property. It doesn't intrude on the privacy of the Hilltop Villa, but you may run into other guests on the driveway. If you are looking to accommodate a larger group, you may also book the guest house (listed under "Penthouse Cottage" in addition to the Hilltop Villa).
Location & fun things to do:
Perfect location if you want to visit Los Angeles (Disneyland, Universal Studios, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, etc.) and San Diego (San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Wild Animal Park, Legoland, Old Town, Gaslamp, etc.) as we are located between San Diego and Los Angeles).
Ocean & beaches and Camp Pendleton's main gate are only 18 miles away.
The newly opened Monserate Winery is only a 10 minute walk away.
Temecula wineries are only 14 miles away.
The San Diego Wild Animal Park is 30 miles away.
LEGOLand is 32 miles away.
The San Diego Zoo is 51 miles away.
San Diego Airport, Downtown San Diego (Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town, Little Italy, San Diego Harbor) are 52 miles away.
Climate:
The Hilltop Villa is far enough away from the ocean to escape the marine layer. The marine layer is a cloud cover that covers the coastal region and obscures or entirely blocks the sun for days and weeks at a time (even during summer). Temperatures at the Hilltop Villa are warmer than at the ocean, but we get a pleasant ocean breeze that makes even the hottest of days enjoyable. Due to our location and elevation it cools down at night, which allows for a good night's rest. You can sleep with the windows open and listen to the soothing sounds of the night (including howling coyotes).
You will have access to the entire property
The Hilltop Villa is perched atop a 5-acre avocado farm in an exclusive neighborhood with few homes.
HOUSE RULES (when you book our Villa we assume that you consent to our house rules):
- NO SMOKING
- NO DRUGS OF ANY KIND
- NO GETTING DRUNK
- NO EVENTS, PHOTO-OR VIDEO SHOOTS UNLESS SPECIFICALLY PERMITTED IN WRITING BY OWNER
- NO LOUD NOISE (INCL. MUSIC) AFTER 10PM
- ONLY THE NUMBER OF BOOKED AND PAID FOR GUESTS ARE ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY. ADDITIONAL GUESTS OR BRIEF VISITORS REQUIRE OWNER’S PERMISSION (AND POSSIBLY PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL FEE)
- NO PETS ALLOWED WITHOUT PRIOR PERMISSION
- NO CANDLES
- NO GLITTER OR GLITTER POWDER
- NO JUMPING ON BEDS
- NO TAPING, GLUEING, STAPLING, ETC. DECORATION OR OTHER 'STUFF' ON WALLS
- IF YOU BREAK SOMETHING, PLEASE LET US KNOW RIGHT AWAY
SHORT-NOTICE BOOKINGS
We try to always have our Villa available for short-notice bookings. However, we can't guarantee that the Villa is ready for every short-notice booking (especially when check in is only a day or two away). If you want to be certain, feel free to send an inquiry before booking (I usually respond within 5 minutes) to see if the Villa will be spick and span by check in time.
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
The regular check-in time is 4pm, the regular check-out time is 11am. However, if there are no guests coming or going on the same day we are happy to offer early check-in or late check-out.
