Relax in a family-friendly getaway with pool and stunning mountain views!

El Cajon, California
$609 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

**The Avocado House – Private Mount Helix Retreat with Saltwater Pool & Stunning Views**

Escape to **The Avocado House**, a peaceful and private **San Diego vacation rental** perched on the east side of **Mount Helix**. Enjoy breathtaking **mountain and city views**, a sparkling **pool**, and the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. You’ll be just **10 minutes from Downtown San Diego**, **15 minutes to the beach**, and minutes from **I-8 and Highway 94** for easy access to everything the region offers—from **local casinos** to coastal adventures.

**Spacious, Family-Friendly Comfort**
Ideal for **families, couples, or groups**, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests:

* **Primary Suite:** King bed + ensuite bathroom + smart TV
* **Bedrooms 2 & 3:** King beds with premium linens + smart TV
* **Bedroom 4:** Trundle bed (two twins or a king)

Relax in the large living room overlooking the pool and valley, or unwind on the patio as the sun sets over San Diego.

**Fully Equipped Kitchen & Modern Amenities**
Cook your favorite meals in the **chef-ready kitchen** stocked with everything you need, then enjoy dining indoors or alfresco. The home also includes **two new LG washer/dryer sets**, **Wi-Fi**, and **central air conditioning** for your comfort.

**Private Heated Pool & Outdoor Living**
Your resort-style backyard features a **beach-entry pool** surrounded by scenic mountain views and total privacy. The pool is heated with an **eco-friendly electric heat pump**—great for most of the year. (In cooler months, water temperature may align with outdoor conditions.) The home runs on **solar energy**, making your stay as sustainable as it is relaxing.

**Top Reasons Guests Love The Avocado House**
✔ Private 1-acre property with panoramic views
✔ Family- and group-friendly layout
✔ Short drive to beaches, downtown, and local attractions
✔ Peaceful Mount Helix location with easy freeway access
✔ Heated saltwater pool + eco-conscious amenities

**House Rules**

* Primary renter must be 25+
* Strictly no parties or events (city ordinance enforced)
* 4-night minimum during holidays

**Book your stay at The Avocado House today and experience your own private oasis in America’s Finest City!**

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The City Center In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: No Smoking In The House Or Surrounding Property Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Tammy R.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2026

    Stayed Jan 22, 2026

    Absolutely as advertised. The views are spectacular. Very private and peaceful, filled with everything you could need. Thanks again for a great stay!

  • Kris M.

    Submitted Jan 15, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and very well appointed home! The beds were super comfy and the backyard views and vibe are spectacular! Enjoyed relaxing by the pool, having breakfast on the patio. The hosts were welcoming and communication with them was pleasant. Would love to stay here in the future!

  • E M.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 19, 2025

    Beautiful landscape and views!

  • Shatara S.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    The house was perfect! Plenty of space for our family and the views and the pool were amazing.The hosts were great to respond when we had a question. Plenty of towels and plates, silverware, etc. Really the only problem we ran into was locating the house because the entrance is kind of hidden so make sure to pay attention to the instructions

  • Abraham A.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    The pool was fantastic. So much fun. House was more than enough room for a family of 4.

  • Caitlin W.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    It was great. We enjoyed everything. It was clean comfortable, private, cozy.

  • Jennifer D.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    Beautiful home, with amazing views and plenty of privacy. We were a party of seven with three generations and there was lots of room for us all to spread out but also be together when we wanted to be. The outside of the property is spectacular and the swimming pool was larger than we imagined it would be from the photos. There were lovely areas to sit and enjoy the view (which was different from each vantage point) and it was all well maintained.Inside was equally lovely, with everything you could possibly need made available to us as guests. Thank you for having us to stay - we will be back!

  • Murray H.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Jim & Dayna were amazing hosts! They were very responsive to any needs or questions that we may have. The home is an amazing place to stay! It is truly beautiful home with a pool and view! They had everything thing set up wonderfully and made for a fantastic stay for our large family. We are already looking to come back again in the near future! We highly recommend this place! Thanks Jim & Dayna for offering up this oasis and being great gracious hosts!

  • Sarah F.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    We are so happy to have found this wonderful rental and would stay here again in a heartbeat! Our kiddos LOVED the pool and the entire property was well suited for our group of 4 adults and 4 kids.

  • Coleen R.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Loved the views, all the big bedrooms, plenty of storage to get cozy, and put things away, a home away from home, and the pool was amazing! Fantastic hosts!

  • Christina A.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Our second visit to this property on family vacation. It is marvelous. Spacious property with great ourdoor living with pool, lots of seating and amazing view. Well kept and very comfortable. Love staying here! Perfect location for hopping around San Diego.

  • Valerie G.

    Submitted May 24, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We had an amazing stay at the Avocado House. The pictures represent it really well. The hosts have thought of everything. I figured I'd have to get a few things once we got there but really, I didn't need to. They were incredibly responsive to any questions I had also. The backyard and view is amazing. I'd love to come back and would recommend this home to anyone looking to relax and enjoy their stay in San Diego.

  • Marissa R.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    This property was awesome. We had 2 families totaling of 8 people. There was plenty of room for everyone. We had 2 teenagers and 2 young kids under the age of 9. We went to the zoo and the safari park. Each time we came back we would take a dip in the pool and enjoy the city views. The hosts Jim and Dayna were super responsive. I would definitely book again.

  • Steve S.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 19, 2025

    Good. Wifi had issues for the number of our devices. Hosts never checked in to see how things were. No welcome note or package.

  • teandre c.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    The stay was excellent for my family. We enjoyed the amazing scenes from the backyard and all the amenities available.

  • Dionne P.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    In town for SDSU family weekend and we prefer getting a house for the weekend. This was a lovely property with an amazing view and great privacy. Rooms for each of the kids with TVs was a plus. Hosts were extremely responsive and on top of things!!

  • Steve W.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    The property was spectacular. Its location was centrally located which allowed us easy access to any of the multiple Things to Do spots in the San Diego area. The house itself was better than advertised. It provided views second to none and enough seclusion to allow us to enjoy the peace and quiet of the west coast.

  • Michelle B.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    The house and the views were beautiful!. Beyond our expectations. Plenty of space for our family. They had a pack and play and a high chair which were perfect for our grandson. We cooked meals and all cookware, dishes, etc. were provided. The pool and garden were well maintained and gorgeous. If we travel to San Diego in the future, we would rent this place again.

  • Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 5, 2024

    Wonderful property. The photos don’t do it justice. Very comfortable for family and friends. Pool view and outside very nice

  • Nicole V.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2024

    Stayed Jun 17, 2024

    Extremely clean, very beautiful property. Pool area is very pleasant! Everything you could need. The owners are very responsive and respectful. I would definitely recommend this property and would absolutely stay here again!

  • Marla I.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2024

    Stayed Jun 11, 2024

    We were so happy with our stay at the Avacado House! We were 20 minutes from everything! The pool and gardens were a welcome relief after being on our feet all day exploring! We loved the 3 king beds for 3 couples! It was a wonderful stay for our first trip to California! Thank you!

  • Allison B.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    This home is one of the best weve stayed at. The rooms are spacious, kitchen well stocked, location perfect, and the pool - so beautiful and relaxing. The outdoor space is absolutely stunning. We loved looking at all the beautiful plants. We truly hope to stay here again!

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