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"The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly

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Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
6 person Jacuzi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Julian Pioneer Museum
    6 min drive
  • William Heise County Park
    6 min drive
  • Julian Historical Society
    6 min drive
  • Borrego Springs, CA (BXS-Borrego Valley)
    53 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Entertainment Room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

"The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly

When you arrive in Pine Hills you will see why it's the most preferred area of Julian. Mature oaks & pines await you w/ abundant wildlife. There is rarely a day when deer or turkey do not come to our back door. Amazing birds & big bushy squirrels also frequent the property. The house is large (2300 sq'). A wrap around deck, Swing set, horseshoes & hammock. Only a few minutes from famed William Heise Park and downtown Julian. A 75" tv in the media room & a giant fireplace to cozy up too. An amazing place Plenty of hiking nearby and this area is very quiet and private.

Property manager

John
Premier Host

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
No parties or events

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Pets must stay off beds and furniture.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking
No noise after 10 PM. This is a quiet neighborhood and we have great respect for our neighbors. If excessive you will be asked to leave with no refund

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
Note from host: No parties or events
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Julian

Located in Julian, this holiday home is in the mountains. Julian Historical Society and Julian Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve. California Wolf Center and Laguna Mountain Recreation Area are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Julian, CA

What's nearby

  • William Heise County Park - 6 min drive
  • Julian Town Hall - 6 min drive
  • Julian Historical Society - 6 min drive
  • California Wolf Center - 13 min drive
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Cuyamaca - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Julian Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dudley's Bakery & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from William Heise County Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Julian Pioneer Museum and Julian Historical Society. Julian Town Hall and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful family get together in Julian!
This house was perfect our family party. Beautiful mountain area, with wild deer and turkeys literally in the backyard! Nice back property for dogs to explore. Big, comfortable house with wood burning fireplace that everyone loved. Host was super easy to community with and even provided balloons, little party favors and a pie for my 60th! I would def stay here again. Oh, and neighbors sell fresh eggs across the street, I believe my family bought them out :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We absolutely loved our time there. Didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julian bungalow
Delightful place to stay with extended family! We wholeheartedly recommend it and hope to return. John was a very attentive and personable host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark S., San Juan capistrano, california

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julian long weekend
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn K., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Incredible
Can not say enough good things about this property. Gorgeous inside and out. Lots of room and seating inside and out. Beds comfy and warm. So thankful for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large cabin
The cabin was large to accomodate 8 of us. We were in the area for a wedding which was just a 1/2 mile away. Worked out good. Lots of wildlife around, turkeys, deer and variety of birds. Very peaceful setting. Worked out well for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home away from home. Such an amazing experience
When we go there the house was clean it felt cozy and there was some laminated paper to explain the rules of the house the history of the house and the family also how to get around the house. It was easy to get a hold of the owner and get a reply in hours. The house was perfect for the family with board games the jacuzzi was a plus, there was extra blankets the beds were comfy as was the blankets. and overall the amazing peaceful experience we had as a family. This place was perfect and we would love to comeback and do it again. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to getaway. Thanks to John and his wife and kids for letting us use their home for our vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin!
Second time staying here. Lovely location. Plenty of room for everyone to hang out, play games and watch TV. Dog run area is a big plus. Fishing close by at lake and easy walks around the neighborhood. Christmas treat for certain!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun!
The property was above our expectations. Wildlife in such close proximity. Lots of photo opportunities. Our biggest compliment was no TV in the main room. It allowed us to enjoy converse and play board games. The large TV in the back room had plenty of seating for the teens to enjoy a movie and the football fans to watch Ohio State football.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Son’s Julian wedding weekend!
The house is in close proximity to the wedding venue (Pine Hills) and Julian. It is a beautiful and very roomy house, thank you for complimentary apple pie, it was delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K., Southern California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House for a Big Family/Friend group
Our son got married at Pine Hills Lodge in Julian on Sept. 8, 2022, and we needed a large home for out-of-town family and friends to stay in with us. John and Leslie's bungalow worked out very well for us. It is very close to the venue which made it super convenient. John was an extremely responsive host, even prior to our booking. The house was very clean, and very well appointed with just about everything we needed for the 13 people who stayed there. **Important note: although the house says it sleeps 14, 3 spots are on couches (not sofa beds), and 1 on a twin mattress that can be pulled out to use. We brought air mattresses and bedding to use, as we are all too old to sleep on couches lol. It was a minor inconvenience, but listing should be updated to make this clear, as bedding is not provided for these spots.** From all reports, the beds were comfortable (hubby and I were on an Aerobed). Bathrooms worked out fine; one has just a bathtub so showers must be shared with the other two. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to make meals. The great room was fabulous and had plenty of room for our large group to sit around and visit, as well as eat together. There are books, games and even a record player. There is a large screen TV in the smaller family room that looked great; however we never had time to use it. The grounds were beautiful, and we were visited by some deer and turkeys before Hurricane/Tropical Storm Kay made her presence known. We never did use the jacuzzi due to the wind and rain. We very much appreciated being able to go in the back door rather than up all the front stairs during the stormy weather. The house worked out very well for our large group, and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location/Great hosr
The "Bungalow" was the perfect "destination Christmas" for our family, friends, and pets. John had the cabin decorated for Christmas, which made the stay even better. We saw deer, turkeys, and squirrels daily. It rained the whole time we were there but the cozy fireplace made being inside more bearable. Can't wait to go back when we can take full advantage of the outdoor beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing in Pine Hills
We sincerely enjoyed this property for its beautiful setting and peacefulness. So quiet, except for the birds. So close to Julian and all the activities that provides. It is spacious and has everything we needed. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great Family Experience
We had a great experience at this location, it was very serene and comfortable. Our family had a very enjoyable and restful stay. We highly recommend!
A view on an quiet afternoon walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill C., Manhattan Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular Home
Lovely home in the Pine Hills area of Julian. The home is clean and has everything you need. The decor and the vibe are super inviting. The bedrooms are perfect for a large group. Highly recommend this home. Thank you, John!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Kim M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Sadly, Not What We Expected
The home is spacious. However, there was food in the freezer so, we didn’t have any extra room for our frozen food (it would have been nice to know ahead of time). There was old coffee grounds in the coffee maker, the patio had not been cleaned off (leaves, spider webs). Then when we went to grill dinner and the bbq was not in the best shape. There was gunk in the grill that we had to clean off and then the grate fell into the coals so we had to rig it up to cook our steaks. If we had known this ahead of time we would not have brought anything to grill! We went to open our wine and there was no corkscrew so we had to drive to get one taking time out of our relaxing weekend. All said, we wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don S., mission viejo, ca, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy mountain stay
This is a wonderful home for a family to gather. Our girls loved playing outside on the swing set and looking for deers. There is a good size TV room to enjoy a movie together. The owners were thoughtful and we enjoyed their delicious banana bread that’s a family recipe. The home was clean and there is a library with lots of books! Great place for a family to relax!

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Getaway
Amazing house, great experience, definetly recommended for anyone who wants to getaway to have memories for a lifetime. John and Leslie are Super, always checkin- in and on top of any questions or concens. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home full of warmth in the middle of the snow storm
We needed a break from the city and jumped at the chance when we saw snow on the forecast. John and Sarah were very helpful with the last minute booking, and all along the way. It was just two of us, but the house could have hosted a family. Many places to gather as well as spots to retreat on one’s own. Great home in the forest!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by John

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We have 4 vacation rentals and cabins in Julian to Choose from. We love Julian and cannot get enough of beautiful surroundings. My wife Sarah and two children have made it our go to place!

Why they chose this property

Private with deer, turkey and lots of the big fluffy squirrels all over the property. The absolute best part of Julian. Level for walks and the trees are just gorgeous. Large home with large 2 acre lot and set back from the road. William Heise Park close by for more hiking options and picnics.

What makes this property unique

Large Home with plenty of deer and other animals. Private and quiet. No parties and great neighbors. The wrap around deck is amazing for the views and stargazing. The large fireplace and great room make for an outstanding stay.

Languages:

Spanish

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