Don't even give it a second thought! The Ranch by the Sea is amazing. Wonderful memories will be had. Our family of 5 (Mom, Dad, and 3 teen boys) had a awesome time! At first we were concerned that it would be too big but it suited us perfectly and we could see how it would comfortably suit much larger parties as well. There was so much to do and see. Pros: *Views, they were amazing!!! Just stunning. We loved hanging out on the balconies and enjoying them. *The flowers and plants growing on the property were gorgeous. It was fun to walk around and take a look at them all. *The horses, Blondie & Culpepper were super sweet. We enjoyed visiting them, petting them, & feeding them carrots. *The video games & pool table provided a lot of fun. One of the pinball machines was not working when we got there but once we informed Bob he had it repaired immediately. *Bob, the owner, was very responsive to our needs. He typically responded right away. *Surplus of supplies. The place was well stocked with the exception of shampoo, conditioner & body wash but those were easy to get down the road at Albertsons. *Alphonso the private chef, recommended by Bob, was out of this world good! We HIGHLY RECOMMEND having him come cater a few meals. We had him 2 of our 5 nights and wish we would have had him over more. It was such a treat and the food was sooooo good and reasonably priced. If I had to come up with some Cons it would be the following: *The place could use a sprucing up of paint here & there. *The diving board in the pics is no longer there. *The microwave was wonky but worked with some finessing. None of the Cons were even remotely deal breakers, just things we noticed. Overall this place was just wonderful. As a family that has rented dozens of homes, we found this one to be our favorite. We would definitely love to visit again!

Don't even give it a second thought! The Ranch by the Sea is amazing. Wonderful memories will be had. Our family of 5 (Mom, Dad, and 3 teen boys) had a awesome time! At first we were concerned that it would be too big but it suited us perfectly and we could see how it would comfortably suit much larger parties as well. There was so much to do and see. Pros: *Views, they were amazing!!! Just stunning. We loved hanging out on the balconies and enjoying them. *The flowers and plants growing on the property were gorgeous. It was fun to walk around and take a look at them all. *The horses, Blondie & Culpepper were super sweet. We enjoyed visiting them, petting them, & feeding them carrots. *The video games & pool table provided a lot of fun. One of the pinball machines was not working when we got there but once we informed Bob he had it repaired immediately. *Bob, the owner, was very responsive to our needs. He typically responded right away. *Surplus of supplies. The place was well stocked with the exception of shampoo, conditioner & body wash but those were easy to get down the road at Albertsons. *Alphonso the private chef, recommended by Bob, was out of this world good! We HIGHLY RECOMMEND having him come cater a few meals. We had him 2 of our 5 nights and wish we would have had him over more. It was such a treat and the food was sooooo good and reasonably priced. If I had to come up with some Cons it would be the following: *The place could use a sprucing up of paint here & there. *The diving board in the pics is no longer there. *The microwave was wonky but worked with some finessing. None of the Cons were even remotely deal breakers, just things we noticed. Overall this place was just wonderful. As a family that has rented dozens of homes, we found this one to be our favorite. We would definitely love to visit again!

The property was incredible, the pool and hot tub were really nice. We had a group of 22 adults and Bob made the check-in process incredibly easy. Lots of space with enough beds for everyone. Would definitely rent again!

The property was incredible, the pool and hot tub were really nice. We had a group of 22 adults and Bob made the check-in process incredibly easy. Lots of space with enough beds for everyone. Would definitely rent again!

This property offers the best of both worlds ! A rambling estate in a serene setting yet only about a half hour to the beach so that you can enjoy all that southern CA has to offer. Our grandkids loved being able to see and feed horses, climb on the playground and swing on the tree swings. And the pool area and other entertainment areas were just perfect . Bob was very attentive and accommodating and the property truly had everything we needed to enjoy a wonderful family vacation!

The property was fantastic! Bob was a very communicative and enthusiastic host. He provided us with lots of info and details on the house and activities. He gave a great deal to stay at the house for a couple extra days. He cared about his guests and making sure all the aspects of the property were sufficient for us! Great heated pool and jacuzzi, and beautiful patio! Amazing experience overall.

We had a wonderful time. The house is beautiful and the host, Bob, is super nice and easy to work with. We had a great horseback riding lesson, swam in the pool, played pool and arcade games. Very very comfortable beds. And Bob’s wife is an excellent photographer so we had family pictures taken. We would stay here again. The view is outstanding.

We had a wonderful time. The house is beautiful and the host, Bob, is super nice and easy to work with. We had a great horseback riding lesson, swam in the pool, played pool and arcade games. Very very comfortable beds. And Bob’s wife is an excellent photographer so we had family pictures taken. We would stay here again. The view is outstanding.

Great venue to enjoy the north San Diego area for my family & friends. Isolated property gave us a peaceful and relaxing 2 weeks in the foothills. Property was as described. Pool was as clean as I have had as a rental .Definitely recommend.

Great venue to enjoy the north San Diego area for my family & friends. Isolated property gave us a peaceful and relaxing 2 weeks in the foothills. Property was as described. Pool was as clean as I have had as a rental .Definitely recommend.

I was looking for a place to get together with friends and? family during? thanksgiving. we all got tested to have a peace of mind and be responsible for the public. vrbo and Airbnb had technical problems and I got double booked four times and finally when I? wanted to? book w Bob my cc has reached the limit from previous booking but he made it happen! house was great had all the amenities we wanted the only thing to note is the bathroom for one of the cottage outside is inside the main house. but everything was great Bob was very accomofating. had plenty of supplies for us. thank you for everything!

I was looking for a place to get together with friends and? family during? thanksgiving. we all got tested to have a peace of mind and be responsible for the public. vrbo and Airbnb had technical problems and I got double booked four times and finally when I? wanted to? book w Bob my cc has reached the limit from previous booking but he made it happen! house was great had all the amenities we wanted the only thing to note is the bathroom for one of the cottage outside is inside the main house. but everything was great Bob was very accomofating. had plenty of supplies for us. thank you for everything!

Bob’s Horse Ranch home is exactly what we needed for our social distancing summer getaway. Bob was incredibly responsive on every little thing and a great host. My favorite part of the home was the massive terrace on the main floor. Huge table, couches, fire pits, grill, other seating areas. We loved sitting out there during sunset grilling with a cocktail and watching the hot air balloons. The pool was perfect and clean. The bedrooms are broken into pairs throughout the house with shared bathrooms. 4 are inside the main house. 3 are either in the casita across the walkway or down by the pool. Kitchen is well equipped with extra fridge and freezer space, which was nice. The living room is not a traditional setup. There are pinball and vintage arcade games, which members of my family loved. If they get too loud for you, Either shut them off or go outside to that terrace I was telling you about. There are only big club chairs in the living room and not a couch, with a big pool table in the middle. If you want to sit around a couch, head outside. We went for daily hikes on the trails around the property, horseback riding with Bob and his son and fed the horses carrots daily. The kids loved the playground too. The beach is about a 30 min drive. The Belchibg Beaver is a great brewery close by where we picked up some great supplies for the trip as well Overall a really great experience and a fun home in The Western side of Escondido. I would recommend Bob’s home for a remote getaway.

It’s been a week since we left and we have all commented that we wish we were back. The place felt isolated and separate from everything but was also a quick drive to whatever we wanted or needed. The grocery store was minutes away, Costco a little farther, and the beach was about 20 min away. There was a huge pantry to store our food as well as two full refrigerators. This was helpful since we were social distancing and brought most of what we needed with us. The home has a large wrap around patio where we spent much of our time. The pool, playground, and beautiful trees were well loved as well. The house had plenty of room for two families, kids, and nannies. Bob was very accommodating and always available. If needed. The kids absolutely loved their horseback riding lesson. And now I’m probably going to have to continue them! Thank you for everything. We hope to be back someday.

We had a great vacation with our quarantine buddies. We had a group of 9 adults and 6 kids and the way the house is spaced out it was perfect. It also has great common area so we can all come together. The pool was great too. The kids and adults all had a blast. We highly recommend this location for a larger group. Bob is easy to work with and has great stories. We hope to come back.

Bob has an awesome house and was great to work with. We had a group of 16 people and there were enough real beds for everyone. Usually you find houses that say they sleep 16 but that means everyone is a couple! The house was super clean, beds comfortable and the pool and hot tub were incredibly nice to come home to! Would love to stay again.

We used the Ranch for a huge family reunion, and it was just right: Lots of hangout spaces of various sizes (some big enough for the whole group), an inviting pool and spa, and reasonable proximity to the beach and the city. It's occasionally rough around the edges and could use a bit of maintenance, but overall comfortable, functional and well-equipped. The pros vastly outweigh the cons. Highly recommended.

We had a group of 16 women and 1 infant staying at this beautiful home. It was absolutely amazing! So clean and was more stunning in person. Bob was so great to work with, he replied to every e-mail I sent him in a quick, timely and friendly manner. He met us when we arrived and went over everything with us and was right there whenever and whatever we needed. The location was perfect for what we wanted to do, winery tours and sit around this amazing house and enjoy the pool, hot tub and fire pit every evening. If you are planning a trip to this area you definitely need to book this house, you will love it!!!

We had a HS baseball team stay here and everyone had a great time.

Bob could not have been more accommodating and responsive. My party enjoyed the pool , dinner and drinks on the deck , late night games of pool and fuse ball to name a few. The place came as advertised and as expected. Plenty of room for a large group. Setting is convenient with easy access to San Diego , beaches and golf. A few of my must sees include sunset dinner at Jakes Del Mar , Coronado beach with happy hour on the hotel deck , lunch at the Stone Brewing Co. , Petco stadium , Gaslamp district , SD Zoo and Balboa park botanical gardens and a day at Universal Studios. With the latter , if prone to motion sickness , premedicate with Bonine. Of course my favorite was a round of golf at Torrey Pines. The views and conditions were spectacular! All in all a great place for guests of all ages.

From the moment we drove up to the ranch we knew we were going to love our stay. It’s totally private, beautiful surroundings and the views are gorgeous. This was our annual Celebration of Life reunion. We had a large group of women and everyone had a comfortable bed. The home was large enough for everyone to have quiet time, but also be all together at the big dining room table. The kitchen was totally equipped with everything you needed to cook. Plenty of towels for the pool. All kinds of games to keep you all busy and having fun. All you need is your small carry bag and your set for a fun time. I would definitely recommend staying here for family or friend gatherings. The owner Bob was there to greet us and give us a simple, informative tour of the home and grounds. He made it easy and we didn’t have to bother him during our stay. I encourage anyone thinking about this home to book your vacation here, you’ll be over the top happy. We will be coming back. Oh, if anyone in your party likes horseback riding Bob will let you ride in the areana and even take you on trail rides. So much fun!

Our family stayed at the villa this past July and loved both the accommodations and tremendous hospitality shown by Bob. It is hard to describe the property because it really does have both a ranch and villa feel which creates a true retreat setting that is still convenient to area attractions. We had 9 family members ranging in age from 7-68 celebrating my 40th birthday and there was plenty of room to all spread out while still being together as a family. We were there a total of 5 days and drove to the San Diego Zoo which was about 40 min but the Zoo Safari Park was only about 15. We also went to Moonlight State Beach per Bob's recommendation which was fantastic and about 15 min away (though parking was tricky and you just need to drive around Encinitas until you find a spot) While it was convenient to the area like I said it is in itself a destination and retreat. My brother and his wife opted out of driving adventures and spent the entire time at the home and enjoyed books, pinball and relaxing by the pool. My kids loved the diving board, feeding horses, table tennis and night swimming with my parents. There is an Albertson's 5 min away just down the hill which was really nice and extremely convenient. We also hit our favorite area pizza place called Pizza Port which opened a new location about 15 min from the ranch. Overall I can't recommend Bob and the place enough. While it provided a base and comfort it also created an experience that my family and I will always remember as truly unique and special. We can't wait to get back!

Bob and his home are wonderful! The home has plenty of bedrooms all clean and beautiful. The billiard table, arcade games, pool, and jungle gym made every age we were traveling with happy. My grandkids loved the huge pool with tons of pool toys, sand toys and boogie boards to take to the beach. There is a grill and huge outdoor eating area. Bob his family are kind and accommodating. They even allowed my granddaughters to ride their pony’s that are on the ranch. We would definitely recommend a stay at the ranch. With beautiful sprawling views of the mountains, a large home and kitchen with everything you could need (cooking supplies, laundry machine, plenty of towels, grill etc.), and a large clean pool, we didn’t need to leave the house for anything. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!

The property was fantastic and Bob bent over backwards to make sure that we loved the place. It was about 1 mile from the grocery store and 15 minutes to the beach with a majestic view.

Bob is warm and welcoming. Highly recommend.

My wife and I flew our children (and spouses in from Alaska, Colorado, and Maryland to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary. The home exceeded our expectations from the horseback rides for the grandchildren to the many bedrooms which accommodated. Bob was a wonderful host, always responding to any text questions we asked within minutes. He also had suggestions of where to eat and where the best best beaches for the grandchildren were. We loved our stay and plan to return for other family vacations.

I was looking for a house to accommodate my family of 20 odd something people for our annual family gathering. We were looking at several properties, but ultimately ended up picking this one! The house two bedrooms on the top floor; one bedroom has a door that leads to the outside, however, you need to walk through the amazing bathroom and other bedroom to get to the stairs to get downstairs. There are two bedrooms in the house on the first floor and two bedrooms across the way, but you have to walk across the patio to use the bathroom in the house. There is also one more bedroom next to the pool along with a bathroom. All the rooms had a heater/AC unit so the temperature was always nice. While we were there, we got to experience some of the worst weather SD had seen in years. However, Bob did all he could to make sure our experience was great! There were more than enough towels and TP for everyone and plenty of serving and cooking materials. Additionally, Bob made sure there was enough beds so every person had a spot to sleep comfortably. There was also 2 fridges and a full size freezer at the house as well. We additionally enjoyed using the pool and jacuzzi when the rain stopped and spent a lot of time gathering in the kitchen. The long dining table was also another great spot to sit around and play cards or eat too! One of the highlights during our stay were the arcade and pinball machines! There was always someone playing at least one of those games. Bob also has horses on the ranch and we loved seeing them up close. We also used the fire pit on the last day during sunset, so that was a nice touch too. Additionally, since the property sits on a ranch, there was a lot of parking available for all the cars we brought. Bob was always a pleasure to work with when it came to booking, signing papers, and checking in! Bob was always a pleasure to work with when it came to booking, signing papers, and checking in! Bob was always a pleasure to work with when it came to booking, signing papers, and checking in! While the weather was not in our favor, this was the PERFECT place for large families to gather and spend some quality time together.

This amazing ranch resort tucked away in the hills of elfin forest was a spectacular mix of Resort, retreat, ranch, and estate. This home acomadated the needs of all 14 of my business group with its stunning view nice roomy interior and a amazing hiking trails and good areas to hangout in like the pool or he patio. The estate was only 9 min. From the beach and close to fine dining and at the ranch there was nice sunsets and rises that you could peer upon for miles.

We had a family gathering (14 of us) for a week, as my family is spread out from the UK to New Zealand. The site is well placed for visits to the coast (real waves and a warm sea went down well with the grandchildren) and sites like Legoland and the San Diego Zoo, which were two day trips out and about. The rooms were great - we did not need to use the one down by the pool. The 6 grandchildren could eat their evening meal outside, earlier than the rest of us, and we ate later inside; a couple of times we all ate together on the patio. The pool equipment was more than adequate for all the kids, and the pool itself was well maintained. The children liked to visit the horses and collect eggs. The weather was very warm, as one would expect in August, so that just meant that we stayed indoors for the hottest part of the day. The pinball machines were a big, if rather noisy, hit! Bob, the owner, was very helpful as was his daughter and their handyman.

The ranch was a great fit for our family of 14. Grandkids range in age from 20 to 13 and there was something for all to enjoy. The pool and diving board, the 4 pinball machines, and the pool table were lots of fun for all. The granddaughters were given horse back riding lessons by Bob and his daughter and taken on a trail ride. They were excited about it and enjoyed the experience. There was spaces to be together, but also plenty of rooms for privacy. Bob and his family were great hosts, quick to answer any questions and to help in any way they could.

Overall our stay with multiple families was perfect! Bob was extremely accommodating and did everything he could to make our stay just right! The ranch is absolutely beautiful with so many activities for both kids and adults. The house is extremely clean and a great getaway for a large group with or without kids! I would highly recommend this place and we will hopefully be back next summer!

Our family of 19 recently celebrated our 50th. wedding anniversary at this lovely ranch property. Everything suited our various needs - from the pool area to the spacious and well appointed comfy house, supervised horseback riding, hiking trails and interesting local activities. We would return anytime and highly recommend both the property and most hospitable host. This property well exceeded our expectations.