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Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 18557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub

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Escondido, CA
  • Stone Brewing
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • California Center For The Arts
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater

Summary:
Experience the ultimate private resort, a luxury 4-acre gated estate with breathtaking lake and mountain views. Enjoy a pirate ship pool with a 30-foot slide, rope swing, swim-up bar, and cave spa. Watch movies in the Dolby Atmos theater with 10 recliners and a 150-inch screen. Stay active with a full gym, tennis, pickleball, basketball, and ping pong. An outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and lake access make this the perfect retreat—just minutes from Del Mar beaches and Safari Park.

The Space:
Welcome to the Ultimate Private Resort, a luxury 4-acre gated estate with breathtaking lake and mountain views. This fully automated smart home features modern decor, smart lighting, and state-of-the-art electronics. Enjoy five 4K TVs, each with Apple TV, HBO, Showtime, Netflix, and more for endless entertainment.

Luxury & Entertainment
✓ Pirate Ship Pool – 30-foot slide, rope swing, swim-up bar, and cave spa
✓ Dolby Atmos Theater – 10 leather recliners and a 150-inch screen
✓ Full Gym – Peloton Bike & Tread, weights, and more
✓ Whole-Home Audio – 30+ high-fidelity speakers inside and out
✓ Game Room – 80-inch 4K TV, surround sound, Xbox with Game Pass (100+ games), and Apple TV

Outdoor Paradise
✓ Outdoor Kitchen – Kamado grill, fridge, kegerator, ice maker, and wood-burning fireplace
✓ Tennis & Pickleball Courts – Full-size regulation tennis court, two pickleball courts, basketball, ping pong, putting green, and shuffleboard (all equipment provided)
✓ Lake Access & Trails – Walk to Lake Hodges for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing, with rentals available nearby

Convenience & Comfort
✓ Garage Parking – Tesla charger available upon request (charging billed separately)
✓ Wet Bar & Coffee System – Built-in Miele coffee system for the perfect morning espresso

Located just minutes from Del Mar beaches and the San Diego Safari Park, this is the perfect retreat for families, groups, and luxury travelers.

Guest Access:
The 4-acre property is fully fenced with private gate access. You will receive a welcome email 48 hours prior to check-in with gate and door codes.

The Neighborhood:
Just a few minutes' walk from the house is the beautiful Lake Hodges, perfect for boating, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and fishing, with equipment rentals available on-site. Hernandez Hideaway, a well-known Mexican restaurant, is also nearby for an epic meal.

Hiking and mountain biking trails are abundant in the area. To the west, it's just a short drive to the beaches of Del Mar, where you can enjoy coffee shops, restaurants, surfing, and nightlife. To the east, within 5 to 10 minutes, you'll find a vibrant town with cafes, restaurants, a large shopping mall, and the San Diego Safari Park, just 15 minutes from the house. This central location provides easy access to all that San Diego has to offer.

Getting Around:
Uber usually arrives within about 5 minutes. We can also assist in arranging a rental vehicle delivery if needed. A public bus stop is within walking distance for those looking for more adventure.

Other Things to Note:
Upon booking, we will send you a full e-sign rental agreement, which must be completed within 24 hours along with a photo ID of the primary renter. All guests staying on the property must be listed along with their ages. For security purposes, there are several outdoor cameras on the property covering the gate, front entry, back doors, pool area, and garage. There are no cameras inside the home, and all outdoor cameras are positioned to protect guest privacy. The guesthouse is not included in this rental, but it will remain unoccupied during your stay, ensuring full privacy.

Interaction with Guests:
The property is set up for self-check-in, but a remote host is available to assist with features and questions. We are always available for inquiries about the house, the property, or San Diego in general and would love to help you have an amazing stay.

Property manager

Bryan Hertz
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- e-sign agreement to be signed by guest in order to finalize booking - No wearing shoes in house please - Parties and events must be booked as ...

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Escondido

Located in West Ridge, a neighbourhood in Escondido, this holiday home is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Del Mar Beach, while San Diego Zoo Safari Park and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Make time for Del Mar Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Del Mar Racetrack. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Escondido, CA

What's nearby

  • Stone Brewing - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • California Center For The Arts - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Rady Children Hospital - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Palomar Medical Center - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 21 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 27 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Private Resort | Pirate Ship Pool & Theater located?

Located in Escondido, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of California Center For The Arts and Stone Brewing. Palomar Medical Center and Palomar Medical Center Downtown are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caterine C., San Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Resort!
We had a fabulous girls' trip! The house is even better than the beautiful photos and all the rooms were so comfortable. Any questions were responded to promptly, and the whole stay was so easy and relaxing. WOW! We are already planning a return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family reunion
We enjoyed this property so much and really appreciated and used the pool, hot tub, pickle ball court, theater, ping pong table, shuffleboard, the gym, children’s books, the excellent coffee machine, the smoker bbq, the sonos sound system and all the outdoor lounging areas. We had 10 children with us, ages 3 to 15 and they all had a blast with the pool slide and rope swing. We cooked every meal in house and found everything we needed except a cheese slicer. I, myself, owned a vacation rental company with 65 rentals for over 20 years so I have high standards and this home definitely earns 5 stars in every category.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and property
This house and property are beautiful. You feel secluded in the mountains with gorgeous views. The house was very well provisioned as well. Property manager was responsive as well. The fruit trees on property were a nice bonus. There is a guest house on property that they rent out separately. Thankfully we didn't have anyone rent it while we were there, but I don't think i would like someone staying on property considering the cost to rent the main house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay in SD - best VRBO listing ever?
We've stayed in a lot of hotels and rentals in our lives, but nothing matched what we experienced at this property. Like many of the reviews before me, it exceeded the photos, was every bit as cool as you'd hope and was the perfect place to spend a few days with family. We hosted a 50th anniversary celebration for my parents, with two siblings and 5 teenagers who are every bit as screen-focused and skeptical as teenagers nowadays. They were blown away. The rooms were amply sized and clean. Plenty of bathroom space, with no waiting in line for showers. Amenities like washer/dryer, grill, kitchen appliances and utensils, movie theater were all top notch - not a single complaint. The gourmet coffee maker was cool, as were the machines in the gym and shuffleboard game in the living room. But the thing that takes this property from a great rental to a place you'll remember for the rest of your life is the outdoor setup. We ate outside 3 days and never at the same table. Outdoor TV with heaters for the cool am and pm. Outdoor ping pong, multiple pickle ball courts, basketball, bags and the infinity hot tub were awesome. But the pool...oh, the pool. Grotto behind a waterfall. Water slide that amazed even teens because it is steep and you really move. Swinging rope into the pool. Swim up bar next to the grill and a fridge and place to plug in the blender. It just absolutely blows you away...as good as any resort. If you are on the fence, take the plunge...you won't regret it!!!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
We were a large group of friends with small kids and the place was perfect for us. I cannot say much about the location and neighborhood area as we didn't really leave the compound :) Vrbo makes you rate it, so I gave it a 4 as I understand there are some neighbors who are "sensitive to anything that looks like a party". We experienced no issues with it though. Pool alone is worth it, but the place itself if also very modern, comfortable, well equipped and clean! Bryan was very responsive and great to work with. Highly recommend the place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
This place has it all and the owner is on top of everything which makes for a great overall experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING property!
This property has it ALL! The owner is incredibly responsive and helpful, unlike many other properties. Highly recommended! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

martina S., Edmonton Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family
We really enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful and it was perfect for our family. Unfortunately our stay was during this January’s rains and we where not able to enjoy the pool as much as we hoped to. The pool is amazing and definitely worth coming back in the summer month.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
The property is fabulous. The home is lovely and beautifully maintained. There are so many choices of activities to enjoy on the property. The pool area is incredible-superior to many top rated resorts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James A., Suisun City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing breathtaking and truly one of a kind experience
I travel and have stayed at the most amazing places yet this one took our breath away. Host is amazing, property is beyond amazing Epic!!! pictures do not do justice as this place exceeded mine and our friends expectations that travel the world. The entertaining , pool and grounds are breath taking and there is so much to do that you never have to leave your own private resort. everything was easy and instructions how to use everything made our trip even more special. There is a VIP host that you can get in touch with ASAP for anything. My 50th Birthday was Epic because of this amazing hide away in paradise. We will be back and my friends who live in San Diego freaked out when they saw the pictures and are now going to rent this home as they have never seen anything like this. Thank you Bryan for making this stay so special can't say enough nice things as every day every turn your more surprised with how much thought goes into making your stay better than any resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bryan is amazing to work with from beginning to end with the reservation and throughout the stay!
This is a dream house! A gorgeous oasis with the most beautiful views. Absolutely peaceful. The house itself is very clean and everything is well thought out. One of our favorite places to stay for vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the pirate ship house! Our family favorite
Everything was wonderful. Thank you for such an excellent experience
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Vacation Home
What a great vacation home. From the pool (beyond expectations), to the movie theatre, the X-Box game console to the commercial coffee maker, everyone had a great time. Never heard “I am bored” or “there is nothing to do”. The layout of the house gave us an open air feel where all 11 of us could congregate. Fantastic week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray H., Newport Beach, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property and views!
This is an amazing property with modern amenities, plenty of space for my group, and close to local attractions (I.e. safari park). Our stay at this property exceeded all of my group’s expectations, thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harvey A., Nisswa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Easy to get to, easy check in directions. Family vacation, met all expectations! Theater room solid, bedrooms comfy, whole house clean. Shuffleboard was a family hit! Of course, the pool was amazing. Would love to stay again, 6 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We needed to find a house for family to come together in celebration of my grandmother's 100th birthday. This house was perfect. Plenty of space with the two master bedrooms, bedroom with en suite and two additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill. The kitchen was spacious and supplied well. a proper movie theater, shuffle board table, there was a lot to keep kids (and grown ups!) busy. AND then there is the outside... we spent hours in the pool and had a tennis coach come in to give the kids a lesson. As others have said - the photos don't do the house justice. It felt like we were at a small private resort. And I can't say enough about the owner, Bryan, and how accommodating and helpful he was both as we were planning and while we were there. He offered great recommendations for catering my grandmother's dinner and patiently helped us trouble shoot when she inadvertently turned off the hot water heater (lol). The best way to sum it up is... as we were packing up our kids asked if we could stay for an entire week. I wish we could have, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivyl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property and pool!
The whole property is fantastic, private, classy and fun. The pool is over the top; best pool ever. Pictures are accurate, and in person the place is great. Easily my favorite Vrbo property!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shanil D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax and Enjoy
Hands down the greatest house in San Diego. This place will keep you busy or keep you relaxed, whichever you prefer. Bryan and his team were excellent from the beginning, helping us get the most out of their AMAZING home. The pictures also do not serve justice to how beautiful the details of the home are, and of course the view. Already planning our next stay at this place. Thank you Bryan!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place for Summer Time
Overall experience is GREAT! The interior and exterior match the Vrbo listing images. Especially the pool and spa. These are hard to find in the same area or in Southern CA. Will definitely come back again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best Vacation
The house was even better in person. It was spacious and beautifully appointed, providing anything and everything we could want during our stay. It was extremely clean. We had a fantastic stay, taking advantage of all the property had to offer and never wanted to leave-- we swam, played tennis and ping pong, and had a putting competition. The kids played video games and we payed poker. We watched movies. It was a literal fun house. The pool (with slide and rope swing) was the star, as even the adults enjoyed it and felt like kids again! It's rare to find a property that is ideal for the adults and the kids. This is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property! Absolutely first class!
The internet pictures do not exhibit the gorgeous layout of the accommodations and expansiveness of the property! So many gathering areas inside and out…our family of 14 didn’t even utilize all the beautiful sitting areas spanning three separate levels outside. The pirate ship pool and covered palapa area are stunningly unbelievable…countless hours spent on the slide or poolside…this is not a pool, but a gorgeous water activity location! Bryan, the owner, was incredibly gracious and timely in all our communications…my family is already discussing our next reunion at this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Family Vacation Ever!
5 Star everything from the very beginning! Bryan, the owner, responded quickly to all of our questions, gave us wonderful, thorough, detailed instructions before our stay and then we arrived at the most amazing home that had every amenity that we could only hope or dream for! We had the most extraordinary family vacation ever!! We would return in a second!. We all enjoyed the amazing pool, movie theatre , shuffle board, exercise room, tennis court and spacious, gorgeous home!! It was the best!! Thank you, Bryan!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house and property!
This was our third time staying at the house this year, we love it! We had four families with kids ranging in age from 6 to 12 and everyone had a blast. The house is fantastic with a great layout and the pool and slide cannot be beat. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable
I know this will sound just like all the other reviews but this house and pool really are unbelievable. We dragged our kids out of the pool the first day after approximately 8 hours! And by the fourth day we were still having to drag them out. The water slide is amazing - and fast - and they spent hours going into the grotto and then jumping out through the waterfall. We had pre booked tickets to the zoo - should have saved our money. We will have to go back because I can’t imagine where we are ever going to find a such a great place. Bryan was great to deal with and the home gym is also amazing. If I lived there I doubt I would ever leave the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aneil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Best house I have ever stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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Hosted by Bryan Hertz

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