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Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger

Zen House
Where Design Meets Tranquility.

Overview:
Welcome to Zen House, a thoughtfully curated, designer retreat where high-end comfort meets serene living. Nestled in a peaceful canyon-lined neighborhood, just 15 minutes from downtown San Diego, this elevated sanctuary invites you to relax, recharge, and reconnect—with nature, loved ones, and yourself. A fusion of modern luxury, holistic design, and artistic flair makes every moment here an experience.

The Space
Zen House is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath private home filled with character and soulful elegance. Artistic elements, like custom-painted murals and gold-veined concrete floors inspired by Kintsugi, offer both beauty and meaning. Every room is unique—designed to invite peace and presence.

Enjoy distant ocean views from the upper solarium, soak in the Jacuzzi tub, or gather with friends around the fire table in the lush sensory garden. With designer finishes throughout, fast Wi-Fi, EV charger, a fully stocked kitchen, and even a tuned piano, this is more than a home—it’s a state of mind.

Sleeping Arrangements
Master Suite: Queen bed, spa-style en-suite bath, soaking tub, walk-in closet, solarium with ocean views

Bedroom 2: Queen four-poster bed, Moroccan flair, antique details

Bedroom 3: Two twin beds + office space, perfect for kids or remote work

Bonus: Two twin rollaway beds available upon request (max 8 guests)

Outdoor Spaces
Step into a private, fenced garden designed to engage the senses—think trickling fountains, tropical plants, butterflies, and the occasional jasmine breeze. Multiple seating areas, a fire table, BBQ grill, and a main deck for up to 8 guests make it ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

Amenities Highlights
2nd-story glass solarium with ocean & city views

Jacuzzi tub & spa-style bathrooms with upscale toiletries

Boutique kitchen with mural of Mt. Fuji, stocked for cooking

Fast Wi-Fi, Netflix, piano, board games, and books

EV charger + 2-car garage + driveway parking

Pet-friendly with approval (see pet rules)

Baby gear: crib, high chair, stair gate, and more

Exercise equipment, beach gear available

Location
Zen House is just 5 minutes from major freeways (but tucked far enough for peace and quiet). Within 10–15 minutes you’ll reach:

Coronado Beach & Bridge

Gaylord Convention Center

Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter

San Diego Zoo & Balboa Park

Down Town Convention Center

Little Italy

Sesame Water Park & Amphitheatre

Walking distance to,
Hiking trails, canyon walks, tennis courts, and playgrounds—all nearby

Pet Policy
We love pets! We welcome up to 2 well-behaved dogs (more with approval). To keep our space clean for all guests:

No pets directly on furniture or bedding (blankets provided)

Garden is a no-poo/no-pee zone—plenty of nearby trails for walks

$60/pet cleaning fee applies (Airbnb adds $60 for 1. More than 1 pet fee of $60 per pet will be requested after booking.

Good to Know
Professionally cleaned and sanitized between every stay

Check-in: After 4 PM (flexible when possible) | Check-out: 10 AM

Owner-managed with care and responsiveness

Smoking is not permitted indoors

Rollaway bed setup must be discussed in advance

Guest count should reflect overnight guests accurately

Your Host
As both the designer and host of Zen House, I’m deeply committed to creating a restorative, high-standard experience for every guest. From the thoughtfully curated art to the sparkling clean linens, my goal is for you to feel both at ease and inspired. I’m available throughout your stay for any needs—always just a message away.

Property manager

Saskia Diane Vandemeulebroucke

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn Thermometer OFF

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: The gardens are a no poo/pee zone. Please walk pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Highchair/ Travel Crib and Dinnerware on site.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Chula Vista, CA

What's nearby

  • North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Petco Park - 15 min drive - 20.8 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 15 min drive - 21.2 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 18 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 10 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sesame Place San Diego, and San Diego Bay. North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre and Chula Vista Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Luxury Zen Retreat • Solarium • Spa tub • EV Charger Reviews

Reviews

10

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a great time. The host thinks of everything you might need. The decor’s amazing and the landscaping perfect Tank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10

Very clean property. Perfect for a short business stay. Easy check in and the communication was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

The house was beautiful. Had everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We came into town to visit family. This place was great for us as we had all the amenities of home and didnt have to deal with hotels. Thank you to the hostess for being awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

This property was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. Well appointed kitchen with everything one might need, plus the best coffee maker I've ever had the pleasure of using. The outdoor spaces, both the covered terrace and deck furniture were great pluses. Very comfortable beds too. Easy access to all points in San Diego and the border and in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Close to Costco too which we took advantage of. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Book now!!! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

This is one of the best places I have stayed would recommend this place to anyone. Clean relaxing peaceful . Nothing short of what you see online. I’m person the property is even more spectacular than the pictures online.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

We had a lovely time staying in this immaculate clean and comfortable home! Communication with the host was flawless, the attention to detail in her home for a comfortable stay was top notch. Neighborhood quiet, but convenient. Beds were very comfortable! It was a lovely time! Wishing we could have stayed longer. Thank you again! We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This house is stunning and such a great experience all around. The house was clean and decorated beautifully. The backyard was so serene and relaxing. The little touches Saskia had around the house for our stay made it next level. We appreciated the coffee bar, spices, and laughed when we saw the dozen eggs in the fridge. The bathrooms were stocked and the beds and pillows were nice and cozy. Our stay was so much fun. We would not hesitate to stay here again on our next trip back home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Saskia is an absolutely wonderful host! From the start of the transaction, she was friendly, available, flexible and communicative. Not a detail was missed - the home was SUPER clean (so many ads/reviews say this but then aren't actually very clean), the garden was beautiful, the house was well stocked with anything one may need. Would definitely book again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

My family and I were in Town for our Daughters wedding. This home was perfect for our 9 day stay. It has all that you need to have family over to chill and hang out. Plenty of space and close to a park, which we walked to a couple times during the week and close to a super wal mart and costco. So grateful to the owner for quick replies to our questions and allowing us to have her home as our home. Thank you!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

The stay was unbelievable. We were amazed about the attention to detail, the cleanliness, response time, comfort of beds, amenities around the house, etc etc. we could go on and on about how marvelous our stay was at this beautiful house. It was by far the most function-able home we have ever stayed in, along with the artsy vibe and all of the above. We were mesmerized from the moment we walked in to the moment we walked out. Recommend this to anyone and everyone who wants a getaway for the weekend or a whole week stay. You are 10-15 mins away from downtown with so much around and no need to even leave the house with everything that is inside of it. Thanks again and will use again when coming back to San Diego.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

My niece passed away we live in the central coast my daughter lives in Sacramento so I needed to find a home sad to say but close to mortuary which we found close to Costco walmart other stores etc , but it wasn’t the convince of store but the way the owner accommodated us. Since all my family was going I had to take my 2 English bulldogs which the owner responded no problem , I’m so grateful to her, this was unexpected so I was looking most homes only allow 1 dog under 10 pounds , I asked her if I could bring both dogs she stated of course no problem that was one lest thing I had to worry about , this home is beautiful we’ll kept, amazingly so clean and everything you need is there so relaxing and plenty of space . We will return again on a happier note thank you Zen House your amazing For someone that is looking you won’t be disappointed in staying in this home
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

House looks like typical neighborhood track home. Once inside it is beautifully decorated with lovely and interesting design features. You can really see an artist touch in the home. Welcoming mints waiting for your arrival and any item that you may need during your stay fully stocked. The owner really has thought of everything. From car seats, playpens, child dishware, bath robes, slippers, homemade travel guides and detailed instructions for appliances. I have never had a host that takes this much pride in the home and service. The host is very responsive to all messages and communicates well. She is a model of VRBO should be.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This was the cleanest rental we’ve ever stayed in, but it was the attention to detail that made this home so remarkable! It had everything we needed and more. The art and decor were so amazing and we especially loved the sunroom. It was too chilly to enjoy the backyard at night, but we loved the festive holiday decor and lights. Thank you, Saskia, for such a remarkable place to stay in San Diego!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Planned a San Diego weekend getaway with my sister, cousin and nieces and we all agreed that this home was the best. Close to all the main attractions we wanted to visit and very quite/safe neighborhood. We loved the warmth felt throughout the home…we were even greeted with snacks 😊. The home is well equipped for all your needs. We enjoyed the fresh fruit provided and how responsive the owner was. It is very apparent that a lot of thought was put into decorating this home and providing all the necessary amenities to guest. I highly recommended this rental and will definitely be staying here again. Absolutely beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Beautiful home. Communicative Owner. Great location. Good place for group trips.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

The home was as listed. Most interesting home we have rented out of many. The location suited us perfectly as it is quiet and a short drive to San Diego attractions. The communication with Saskia was great. We were very impressed with a binder Saskia has prepared that provided all the details needed for taking full advantage of the home. The kitchen had everything needed. The beds were very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the backyard gardens, sitting area with fire pit, and BBQ. Extra propane tanks were provided, which is not common with rentals. A great stay and we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

My friends and I had the best time here. If you are looking for a peaceful get away to clear your mind , relax and also have some fun , this is the place to be. Not to far from some great food spots, the neighborhood is quiet, and the place is beautiful. The host is very helpful in making sure your time here is worth while. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022