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Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views

Family-friendly stay with outdoor pool in Julian

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A pool with a stone edge and blue cushions, surrounded by trees and a wooden barrel.
A spacious living room with a teal sofa, wooden chairs, and a coffee table. There are plants and artwork on the walls, and a large window provides natural light.
A room with a bay window overlooking a snowy landscape, two chairs with fluffy white and pink cushions, and a tray of candles on the windowsill.
A wooden deck with a white sofa, a wicker chair, and a small table with candles.
A snow-covered cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Place, William Heise County Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Julian Town Hall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Julian Historical Society
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Julian

In Julian .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Julian vacation home, you'll find William Heise County Park and Julian Historical Society. Julian Town Hall and Eagle and High Peak Mines are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • William Heise County Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Julian Town Hall - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Julian Historical Society - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Eagle and High Peak Mines - 9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pub at Lake Cuyamaca - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dudley's Bakery & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pit Stop - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views

Welcome to Shambala, a peaceful retreat in the beautiful mountains of Julian! This unique and newly renovated home is perfect for families, girls' getaways or romantic honeymoons. Shambala has magnificent views from every room, a star deck to enjoy Julian's stellar night sky, a gourmet kitchen, almost 4 acres to explore and a 40' swimming pool to dive into (from May - September). Birdwatching, apple-picking, gorgeous hikes, great restaurants and fun in the snow - Julian’s got it all!

Each beautifully decorated room is filled with art, comfort and good vibes!

The main bedroom has a Juliette balcony for extra amazing mountain views, a king sized bed for the best dreams ever and an electric fireplace to keep things cozy! The second bedroom is expansive with a queen sized bed that has views to Volcan Mountain and beyond. The third bedroom, called Angels’ Landing, has its own outside access on the third floor and has two full beds tucked into this heavenly room. It even has its own star deck to gaze at the Milky Way.

The kitchen is well stocked and spacious. There is intentionally no microwave to encourage slowing down. The Italian-made convection oven will get the job done!

Both well-appointed bathrooms have lovely showers. Towels and sheets are included.

The home is heated in the winter by a wood burning stove and electric fireplaces. In the summer, this well ventilated home has fans and a portable air conditioner in the main bedroom.

The property is fully fenced which makes for a wonderful retreat for your dogs, too!

A Sonos sound system throughout the house let’s you play your music of choice.

For extra fun, we have an outdoor ping pong table, a tree swing, a hammock, a fire pit, board games and floaties for the pool.

Shambala is located in the sought-after Pine Hills community in Julian. The peaceful neighborhood is wonderful for long walks among the Pine and Oak trees with wildflowers abundant year round. Just a 5 -10 minute drive to the historic downtown Julian, you will find excellent restaurants, quaint shops and delicious apple pies. Nearby you may go wine tasting, get massages, take a yoga class, hike Volcan Mountain, drink hard cider, listen to live music and take art classes at the Hubbell Ranch. At night, the stars are spectacular with Julian proudly being a certified International Dark Sky community. Julian truly has it all for a fun, refreshing and dynamic getaway!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 51.7 mi (78-min drive) away from the San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views to downtown Julian?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from Julian.

Magical Retreat In Julian With Pool & Amazing Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is simply amazing. What a fantastic retreat for our family. Our daughter declared her favorite trip ever! Jill is a wonderful host, and the property is simply magical. Fantastic views! Such an extraordinary space. We are already looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

james w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family vacation

quite
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Krystal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Shambala is a beautiful and peaceful getaway. Great place for relaxing and enjoying nature - lots of birdwatching, tree watching and stargazing. Beautiful art and a well-supplied kitchen. We were there during a cold snap, and the wood fireplace took a long time to heat the house, but Jill was very responsive and provided extra blankets and a space heater which kept us cozy and warm. We had an utterly relaxing weekend and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Egor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical property

We had an amazing time staying here. The property is even better than we expected. Jill is a wonderful host, she was very helpful and responsive to any queries that we had. The house and large property surrounding it are very well taken care of, it is clear that amazing amount of thought, love and effort went into every detail. Thank you for hosting us! We really hope that we get a chance to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful Haven Indeed

This property is so beautiful and relaxing: we enjoyed much needed time together as a family. Playing in the pool, enjoying the swing, and playing games and exploring the property by day, gazing at stars at night. It was unseasonably hot when we were there so the typical breeze was nonexistent. The owner immediately went to get an ac unit for the third floor so our kids could sleep comfortably. They know hospitality and care! We absolutely loved our time- we just wished it was longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

I needed a place to process the final stages of my divorce, and the Magical Retreat was just what I needed. The energy of the place is filled with love, it’s vibrant, and has lots of natural light with the numerous windows. Beautifully decorated with positive messages throughout. The outdoor space was amazing with cute fairy doors, a labyrinth, and more. Jill accommodated my request to extend my stay. I will definitely be going back this summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful home in a beautiful location!

3 generations of our family enjoyed a lovely Thanksgiving at this warm and inviting home. The views are spectacular, and all the little details around the property were great fun to explore! Kitchen is very well stocked. The wood-burning stove and electric fireplaces did a remarkable job of heating the entire place but did take a little to warm up, so we were grateful to have brought a couple of small space heaters for the extra bedrooms. The bedroom under the eaves with the 2 full beds is accessed by a narrow outdoor staircase leading from the porch, with no connection to a bathroom or the rest of the house that does not require going outside - we were able to make this work just fine, but it could be helpful to know in planning sleeping arrangements with a larger group. Overall, the house is just bursting with charm, and the setting is gorgeous, with birds and wildlife all around - we got a good chuckle when we woke up Thanksgiving morning to find a flock of turkeys right outside the door! Thanks, Jill, for your hospitality, and for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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