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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 24

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate!

Welcome to 'Rancho Del Fresco!' One of luxuryhomesharing properties! This property is named for the fresh ocean breezes that come year round! Enjoy breathtaking views from this luxurious hilltop location. Relax in the warm San Diego sun while enjoying the gentle ocean breezes. This is a fully fenced, gated and secured estate. Sorry no weddings.

You literally NEVER have to leave this property once you arrive! Everything you need is right here. Your own movie theater, ice cream parlor, game room in the basement. the pool is luxurious for both kids (fun slide and baby pool) and adults who with to lounge in the sun or enjoy a cold drink under the shade structure while taking in the magnificent view and vivid colors of flowers and vegetation. Breathe in the fresh citrus in the air and blooming jasmin and lavender scents by the pool. This location is WELLNESS is every sense of the word! Enjoy games of basketball, pickleball and volleyball on the full sized sports court or play a game of soccer on the soccer field. There is a new Pickleball Court!! Short tennis (bring your own paddles.) Everything you ever need is right here on the property.

The main outdoor courtyard is a favorite for all groups. Hire an artesian pizza chef to come cook pizzas for your group in the outdoor wood fired pizza oven. Under the market lights, you will experience an unforgettable scene as your loved ones gather under a star filled sky. Start up the wood burning fireplace and snuggle together to enjoy your evening. Enjoy spectacular sunsets over the ocean in the evening as the sky lights up brilliant colors. The kitchen windows were situated to enjoy both the sunrise and sunset from the same location. It's a beautiful thing.

The main home and guest cottages make up the 13,500 square feet of luxurious serene living. The main home has 9 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, home theater, cantina, gourmet kitchen and countless areas to relax. The ninth bedroom is a queen bedroom converted from the primary library and shares the primary bathroom. Included on the property is a 2 bed/2 bath guest home. The guest home is separate from the main home but just a short walk away. Perfect for those who need a bit more social distancing.

There is a gated caretaker cottage on a neighboring property at the base of the hill, sharing the main gate, but separate driveway.

This property is inspired by the old San Diego/Spanish style. Get lost in a different time while enjoying all the conveniences of modern living. Conveniently located 5 minutes from world famous beaches and a 5 minutes drive to the Del Mar fair grounds, home of the famous Del Mar races.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 11 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: $500 charge from the security deposit

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 13,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

I will require a cancellation if you are planning an event with outside guests invited. No weddings or parties. No drugs or smoking of anything!
Noise is greatest concern. No outdoor music, Loud drunken behavior, screaming etc., pool/spa closes at 9:00pm, all outdoor activity cease 10:00pm
Spa heated 3 hours per day. Pool heat and additional spa heat available for additional cost. 7 day min. During summer, Christmas, thanksgiving

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pre-arrpoved only with additional pet contract.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500 charge from the security deposit

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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rancho santa fe, CA

What's nearby

  • Del Mar Racetrack - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Del Mar Beach - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • San Diego Botanic Garden - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Moonlight State Beach - 11 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 7 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Firenze Trattoria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Samurai Japanese Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate! located?

This family-friendly Rancho Santa Fe vacation home is located by the sea, 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin', and within 6 mi (10 km) of Del Mar Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Solana Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Beautiful Rancho Santa Fe Estate! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

50th Anniversary

The house was as beautiful as depicted. Hosts were always available to answer any questions. Our family of 17 had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murthy D.

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

Fabulous property and hosts

Easily one of the best properties we have stayed at (do this get together annually) and hosts that were extremely responsive, friendly, and accommodating. Five stars all the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

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

Best family vacay ever

Our family of 19 including 10 adults and 9 kids absolutely loved everything about this property the space, kitchen, patios, pool, slide, jacuzzi, ping pong, foosball, sport court, theater, tire swing, hammock and the close proximity to the beach, parks, Legoland and restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

william b., chicago, IL

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

A Great Stay!

We all enjoyed our stay immensely~ from the perfect bedrooms for everyone to the delightful swimming pool and slide! Our hostess, Rebecca, couldn't have been more attentive throughout our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Amazing Stay

The house was phenomenal. The hosts were equally fantastic to work with. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha B.

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

Great House for large groups

The house was perfect for our corporate team.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

A Great Experience

So much to do on the property, lots of space, and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Great for large groups!

This is a great home for a large group! It has everything you'll need for a good time! The kitchen is very large and is well stocked with cookware. And there is real wood burning pizza oven next to the BBQ! From the pub style bar/game room that opens to the pool area to the movie theater, which was a big hit, you can literally never leave the home and have a great time. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

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

Thanksgiving reunion

Beautiful home! Lots of family fun available at this property. Plenty of room inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie M.

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

Perfect Venue for Our Company Retreat

We recently booked this VRBO property for our company retreat, and it surpassed all expectations. The spacious and well-equipped accommodations provided plenty of room for our team to work and relax. The host's attention to detail and hospitality made our stay truly exceptional. Overall, we highly recommend this property for anyone seeking a perfect venue for their next retreat or gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

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

5 Days in Paradise

Rebecca and her husband have a wonderful home that they graciously opened up to my group. We had zero issues and were able to focus on the task at hand. Relaxation. Rebecca's quick communication and helpful input was very much appreeciated. 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Max G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Beautiful home but limited privacy

The property was as advertised as it relates to the beautiful home and fun amenities (sport court, theatre room, etc.); however, the listing did not mention that the owners would be staying in the caretaker's house during our stay. While we were enjoying the sport court, the owners frequently drove by making our group feel as though we were being watched throughout our stay. Although the owners did say they were going to be onsite during our stay and offered a full-refund, they didn't mention this caveat until I was onsite at the beginning of our stay while the rest of my group was in transit (a few from out-of-state). I had no other option but to acquiesce to this environment because it would have been extremely difficult to locate, book, and alter plans for my group the same day. I would like to reiterate that the house is indeed beautiful; however, we were disappointed that we didn't receive advance notice that people outside our party would be on the premises.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family gathering

Every couple of years we have a family gathering. This year we needed space for 5 families with a headcount of 15 ranging in age from 1yr to 82yrs. Rancho Del Fresco was perfect! All rooms having full bathrooms, a large living room where all could meet comfortably, a fully equipped kitchen, a gas bbq and wood burning pizza oven, and, activities both in and outdoors met all of our desires. The estate is well furnished including games, books, and sports equipment. We tend to be competitive and found the pickle ball, basketball, swimming pool, and ping pong perfect for events. Movies in the theater room were a treat as we unwound from busy days. Our stay was for 7 days which allowed time to enjoy activities away from the house, e.g., beach, zoo, and, just walking the waterfront and shopping the unique stores. Guess the most important question is whether we would consider Rancho Del Fresco for another gathering. The answer from all 15 is a definite YES! Thanks to the owners for providing their house for our totally successful time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay A.

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

Outstanding property for our family reunion!

What an incredible property for our family reunion, best decision ever to stay here! We had 12 Adults and 3 children/1 infant for most of our stay, and then 2 Adults/3 teens who visited us for 1 night. Everyone had a bed and bathroom in the rooms they stayed in - this was a HUGE factor for a group of our size! We absolutely loved our mornings together sitting on the large family room couch that could seat us all! Days were spent in the pool and hottub area, which was truly a spectacular and peaceful setting. Fun for the whole family was found on the pickleball court, with breaks to eat fresh oranges off the fruit trees on the property!! The owners were extremely attentive and responsive to our questions and any needs we had. Highly recommend catering in Red Oven Pizza recommended by the ownerrs, they will bring their own pizza oven and set up in the courtyard - we also ordered their feta watermelon salad and everyone thoroughly enjoyed that night under the twinkle lights of the courtyard. (One recommendation we have is to have a couple heater lamps in the courtyard to take off the chill, as it can cool down when the sun starts to go down) Watching the Masters in the Theatre room was an event for our whole family! Cannot thank the owners enough for making this wonderful home available to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Nice property but would have liked some more information

We had a lot of fun on the trip. 16 adults and 4 kids is not an easy find for us, and with such an active group of people, this house in Rancho Santa Fe looked perfect. The house was lovely. Plenty of places to sit and hang out with enough room to get away from the group to read a book or go for a nice walk. But there were some things that I wish were explained to us beforehand. There was dirty laundry in the washing machine when we arrived, the pool was not working, the movie theater has a very musty odor, the fans in the bedrooms were covered in dust, and the tennis court is more like a pickle ball court. These weren’t dealbreakers, but felt like oversights that werent deliberately explained. When having to pay in full nearly 2 months in advance, you expect a certain quality assurance when arriving. We did have a great time at the house, but when paying a high premium for a stay, it doesn’t feel great when the amenities don’t feel as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ali D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

Beautiful property with plenty of space for larger groups. We had 10 couples (late-twenties to mid-thirties) and every couple had their own room and only 2 couples had to share a bathroom. Everyone loved the sport court, yard, pool with jacuzzi and water slide, game room, kitchen, and living areas. The property is well-maintained and you can tell the owners still enjoys time there and do not solely operate the property as a rental. This is a pro in that the house is well-stocked and very comfortable. The artwork is incredible and all the furniture is high quality. The beds and linens are especially luxurious. However, all of the bedroom closets, the garage, and several other storage areas are locked off because they contain personal belongings, so you have to use the portable clothes racks they supply in each room and cannot put your luggage away. Also, we didn't really mind, but some of the decor and family photos throughout the house were a bit unusual for a VRBO. The owner, Rebecca, was very warm and welcoming, and greeted us shortly after check-in. She was responsive and accommodated our early check-in (no additional charge) and late checkout requests ($200 for noon checkout). Note, she warned us not to make noise outdoors after 9 PM, and she did show up to enforce this rule and the cops were called on us at 9:50 PM. There were some areas missed by the clean-up crew and some furniture seemed out of place when we arrived, but overall, we were happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

B M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

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

Family Reunion

This property is beautiful and spacious, ideally located for visiting beaches and San Diego attractions. Our family especially enjoyed the privacy of accommodations as well as the large areas for family gatherings and meals. Our daughter’s comment as we were departing the property was “I want to return here next year”.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phuong N.

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

Amazing!!!

Rancho del Fresco is wonderful in every way … From Rebecca’s warm, kind and generous hospitality, to the gorgeous property with its incredible amenities, our family of 24 (from our brand-new infant grand nephew to our ninety-year-old matriarch) enjoyed every minute of our family gathering over this past Labor Day weekend. We had plenty of space to gather together or spread out and do our own things (oh, and what lovely spaces …); Rebecca’s recommendation of a private chef was spot-on; everyone had a real comfy bed; so much was provided for and with such thoughtfulness --bed and bath linens; powerful laundry resources; well-stocked kitchen supplies; etc. We could go on and on …, but we will just say we felt so sad leaving. Our warmest thanks to Rebecca and family for sharing their magnificent home with guests so that we and others could create such sweet memories with our own family too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank B.

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

Family Reunion 2023

We selected this property for our family reunion and turned out to be an excellent choice. We hosted 20 family members and everyone enjoyed the home (including those who had to work from home). The property was located in the hills which was relaxing yet close enough to the beaches, shopping, and other attractions in San Diego. The large rooms and patios provided ample space for family activities. I believe everyone had an enjoyable time. The owners were very helpful in making the arrangements answering all of our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Family Vacay

A great family vacation was enjoyed by all of us! We had pickle ball tournaments, pool days, a beach day, a SD zoo day, a Del Mar race day, and game nights.!! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Pam T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Our family of 20 stayed at this grand, spacious home for our triannual family reunion. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out, the grounds were beautiful, the pool cool and very much appreciated in the heat. Our main concern was the lack of cleanliness of the home. There was built-up grease all over the stove, cobwebs throughout the windows, a shower curtain covered in mold on the bottom quarter, dirty dishes and silverware among other things. We had to clean before we used items, and wipe everything down. This was disappointing as the cleaning fee for this property is very high, so we would expect a much cleaner home. Also, all of the smoke detectors had their batteries removed, which poses a potential fire hazard. We tried to address these issues with the owner early into our stay but were told getting someone to come in and do some cleaning was not available. Not wanting to let the lack of cleanliness ruin our trip, we cleaned what we could and otherwise really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Fabulous place for our family Thanksgiving

We enjoyed the many amenities offered at the property including the pool/jacuzzi, home theater for holiday movies, tennis/pickleball court, great room was perfect for our nightly gathering as was the patio area on the main level. Just perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place!

This was a beautiful place for our family reunion. The weather seems to always be perfect in San Diego for swimming, hiking, kayaking, beaching and eating on the patio. The bedrooms were comfortable, the kitchen accommodated our many cooks, the gathering room was spacious and there were enough bathrooms! We loved it .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

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

Fun place

Wonder Home great owners
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022