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Quiet mountain getaway that is centerally located from coast to desert.

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Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Pine Valley, CA
  • Pine Valley County Park
    14 min walk
  • Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
    19 min drive
  • Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness
    24 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    34 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Quiet mountain getaway that is centerally located from coast to desert.

1100 sq ft, one bedroom guest house with an open floor plan that includes a large indoor, circular sunken fireplace and lots of privacy on three acres is located on a designated 'Native America Heritage Site'. This property has one of the largest Mortero collections in the county (where early Native Americans used the local rocks to grind their grains and medicines). Set among mature Live Oaks, Manzanita and various pine trees, this spacious and serene getaway will take your breath away! We are close enough to enjoy everything that San Diego has to offer but a world away from the traffic and congestion of the city.

There is just so much you can do year round - Mountain biking, hiking, fishing. Besides the beach and all the water activities, you can also venture into the desert on ATVs or Dune Buggies.

Live music at all levels from concerts to cafes, Balboa Park, fine arts,
fine dining and, of course, the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park and SeaWorld.

Norwegian Woods is also a prime location for artists to spend time writing and painting as the grounds are an inspiration for quiet creativity.

For the romantic, it's an opportunity to come together in a natural, peaceful setting. Isn’t it good…Norwegian Wood.

Suitability:
 Perfect location for small gatherings up to 50 persons
 Long-term Renters Welcome
 children welcome
 smoking allowed outside
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Pine Valley County Park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 14 minutes on foot from Pine Valley County Park and a 2-minute drive from Pine Valley Library
Quiet mountain getaway that is centerally located from coast to desert. offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Doris or Odd Busk

Languages

English, Norwegian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Noble Race Weekend
Great location for the long weekend. We loved the unit! Definitely will stay again. Thank you! Steve Ling
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway Stay
We had a wonderful experience at this beautiful getaway home and property. The host was fantastic, and it was our first time using VRBO. Overall, it was a great experience, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and property. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place.
Quiet place. Loved the large yard. Just keep driving straight to find the parking spot and you’ll run into it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet sanctuary
This was a perfect weekend getaway in the woods surrounded by nature. It felt like a little "Norwegian" mountain paradise. The conversation pit was such a fun feature! We took advantage of the easy access to nature and truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great location and absolutely beautiful property. A couple downsides to our stay was no breakfast like it states in description, no bathrobes or slippers like also stated in the description. If you are at all sensitive to any type of paranormal senses you will defenitly feel it here. Front of the house is nice and comfy stays warm and cozy no issues walk into the hallway where the bathroom, closet and bedroom are and you can feel it ( especially in the bedroom and closet ), needless to say we left an entire day early could not take the overwhelming feeling of not being wanted there and being watched. For the amount of money we paid for a 2 day vacation it kind of sucked losing out by leaving but better safe than sorry i guess. The owner stated she would have sage burned in the home to hopefully help with bad
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth W., Landaff, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, relaxing stay
Much appreciated my stay. Very clean (my highest priority) with full kitchen. 10 minute drive to the many trails of the Laguna area. Thanks to the hosts for providing such a nice space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy perfect little get away spot
We came down for my brother’s Marine Corps Graduation in San Diego. It’s great being so close to San Diego but not having to stay on the city. Checkin was super easy and communication was great and made everything smooth and easy. Being able to unwind near the fireplace after a long day was amazing ! Coffee in the morning looking out the beautiful huge bay windows was the perfect way to start the day. Parking was super close to the front door which made loading and unloading super easy especially with a kiddo under 2 .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desserin P., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Charming
Our family stayed for the weekend and had an amazing time. Dog friendly, clean and had a lot of little details that made our stay enjoyable. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay
We were staying to be close to a wedding at Mt Laguna. The home was in a good location and so peaceful. The AC was wonderful after being out in the heat all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
Clean and quiet, good starting point for Laguna mountain, the hosts are very good, all together 5 stars! 😍
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful & Quiet Escape
The photos in listing do not do this lovely cabin justice. It is a wonderful property. Cabin is roomy, has excellent amenities and was in a great location to explore the surrounding areas. The yard is expansive and beautiful with lots of nooks to relax in. Cabin is located very near to the main home of the property owners, but still feels very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing in the Pines!
Hi our stay was so cool and to be with the kid's and and enjoy the fire place ,and cook marshmallow?, and cookout was a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Norwegian Woods getaway
We certainly enjoyed our family time together. It served its purpose well. The rain did not deter us. We would rent again. Thank you Doris and Odd.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place! The indoor fireplace was amazing. The surrounding area so pretty and peaceful. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very quite peaceful, and beautiful place to stay! My wife, and I really enjoyed the weekend there. Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynette H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Beautiful property! Big picture windows and sliding glass doors to back yard with green grass, trees, and flowers. The rabbits were sometimes nibbling on the grass. Big room with living area and kitchen and bed. One bedroom with picture windows too. Everything was clean and comfortable. The bed had soft foam on the mattress that was very comfortable. The A/C worked great and I was happy the hostess had it on and cooled down when I arrived. I would recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House is very private and relaxing!
Will be returning, without a doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn F., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute property in Pine Valley
We found everything in working order and additonal supplies of milk, yogurt and fruit. intersting house with a large rock inside and an enormous sunken fireplace. will be nice in winter. Very quiet and no sounds of the city. Just what was needed for a recharge. very warm to hike but would come back in spring or fall to take advantage of surrounding trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHIKO L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Happy Return
We came to this lovely property for a second time this past long weekend. So relaxing and beautiful. Doris and Odd have created a peaceful sanctuary that also is kid friendly and unfussy. We loved our time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain getaway
Idealic for a weekend or a week. This is our second stay after a weekend in November. We wanted more time and stayed a week. Hosts leave lots of goodies to start your stay for breakfast and a few snacks and drinks. Very thoughtful selection. We felt right at home and cooked as well as ordered local takeout. It is quiet and beautiful and very relaxing. Ours was a workation, and it was a perfect blend with hiking trails 5-15 minutes away. We even were able to see family for an outdoor visit around the firepit. Delightful anytime and really welcome under COVID-19 conditions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin
We had a wonderful weekend at this darling cabin. Lovely surroundings and a great place to getaway from it all!!

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
The property is perfect, the fireplace in the cabin is one of the most amazing features I've ever seen. I just wish we had been able to visit in the winter when we could have taken full advantage of it as it was a bit warm when we came. I would highly recomend this property to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacque P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected. Online pix can’t do it justice
When we arrived we were greeted by the owner, Odd. Very friendly. Once inside there was fresh fruit and bagels. The fridge is stocked for a lite breakfast. Sliding doors across the wall lead outside to beautiful grounds. We brought our 3 tiny dogs and they loved it. We were hoping for a white Christmas, but it didn’t come Til December 26. It turned the beautiful grounds to an enchanted wonderland. The ONLY (and big) negative was that the fireplace was out the of order. We wouldn’t have canceled but would have appreciated a heads up...we’ll definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019