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"The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly

Vacation home in Julian with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled in Pine Hills, the preferred area of Julian, this charming property offers a serene escape amidst mature oaks and pines. Enjoy abundant wildlife views from the wrap-around deck, or cozy up by the giant fireplace with a 75-inch TV nearby.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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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.

"The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly

When you arrive in Pine Hills, you will see why it's Julian's preferred area. Mature oaks & pines await you with abundant wildlife. There is rarely a day when deer or turkey do not come to our back door to say hello! A nice variety of beautiful birds & big bushy squirrels also frequent the property.

We have a Jacuzzi Spa, which is in the backyard, and you can watch the views while you enjoy the bubbles!

The house is large (2400 sq') with a wrap-around deck, swing set, horseshoes & hammock.

Only a few minutes from famed William Heise Park and downtown Julian, This amazing retreat has a 75 " TV in the media room and a second TV in the giant fireplace room, where you can cosy up and watch your favorite shows.

There is plenty of hiking nearby, and this area is very quiet and private. We expect our guests to be the same! We do not allow parties or events that cause a lot of noise.

Added guests will increase the price of your stay. So be sure and put in the correct number of guests when you book. Pet fee is per pet per stay.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in available
    Minimum check-in age: 28

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

    Check-out instructions

    The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
    Load and start the dishwasher
    Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
    Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
    Turn off the lights and lock the doors
    Put sheets and towels in pile on floors in bedrooms or living room
    Turn off a/c or heat
    Wash and put away all dishes and pans
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

    Rules

    No noise after 10 PM. This is a quiet neighborhood and we have great respect for our neighbors. If excessive you will be asked to leave with no refund
    Pets must stay off of furniture. Pets in excess of one pet will be charged an additional per pet fee.
    If you add more guests after booking the price will increase at $25 per guest per night.

    Pets

    Pets allowed
    Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    Welcoming dogs and cats only
    2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    Note from host: Pets stay off beds and furniture. Price is per pet

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events allowed
    No parties or events

    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted
    No Smoking

    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
    Note from host: No parties or events
    Long-term renters welcome
    This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
    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

    We should mention

    This property does not have elevators

    Property is also known as

    Pine Hills Cabin in Julian
    "the Bungalow" Pine Hills Luxury Cabin in Julian
    "the Bungalow" Pine Hills Custom Bungalow in Julian
    "The Bungalow" Pine Hills Luxury Cabin in Julian (sanitized)
    "The Bungalow" Pine Hills Custom Bungalow in Julian (sanitized)

    About the neighborhood

    Map
    Julian, CA

    What's nearby

    • William Heise County Park - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
    • Julian Town Hall - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
    • Julian Historical Society - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
    • Julian Pioneer Museum - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
    • Eagle and High Peak Mines - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles

    Getting around

    • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 75 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬7 min drive
    • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬7 min drive
    • ‪Julian Cafe & Bakery - ‬7 min drive
    • ‪Dudley's Bakery & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
    • ‪The Pub at Lake Cuyamaca - ‬19 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

    Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

    How much is parking?

    Onsite parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly?

    Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly located?

    Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from William Heise County Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Julian Historical Society and Julian Town Hall. Eagle and High Peak Mines and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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    "The Deer Bungalow" Pine Hills Large Custom Home in Julian that is Pet Friendly Reviews

    Reviews

    Exceptional

    All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

    9.8

    Cleanliness

    10

    Location

    10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Djoane G.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Great location. Enjoyed our stay.
    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    We enjoyed our stay. It was perfect for five senior women. We enjoyed the quiet location, the beautiful surroundings, and the comfortable beds.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Elizabeth B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    We enjoyed the stay at the bungalow very much. Very relaxing and seeing the deer and wild turkeys were an added pleasure. It is a very comfortable home
    Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Casandra C.

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

    Great Stay

    Had a great time and great location.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Lisa H.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    We loved the dear, Turkey, frogs and squirrels. We woke up to the jacuzzi and the kids loved swinging on our own private swing set
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Janet H.

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

    Natures wonderland

    It was very nice!
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Amy P.

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

    Comfortable and Relaxing Home in the Woods

    Our family greatly enjoyed our stay at this home in the woods. It was fun to watch the turkeys and the birds. The beds were very comfortable and the space was great for hanging out and enjoying our family, including our 3yo granddaughter, both inside and out. Very quiet neighborhood near town. We also thoroughly enjoyed attending the 4th of July festivities.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Brianna S.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    The hosts were so gracious- they provided such a nice welcoming atmosphere as soon as you walked in. The house is spacious, tidy and the yard is like something out of a magazine. It was the perfect way for my family to start off the summer and celebrate many accomplishments together.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    C R.

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

    Perfect family reunion, grandma's 80th birthday celebration. Spacious inside and out

    This beautiful home met all of ourexpectations and the outside wooded grounds, trees, privacy far surpassed what we could have hoped for. We gathered from 3 different parts of the world (flatlanders) and we loved the very private spaciousness, habitate for deer, birds even wild turkeys.The hot tub was a bnus. In a word our stay was Perfection..and we loved Julian. We highly recomend this beaitiful home and definitely would return. Thank you, John, our Host, for being so accommodating and sharing this bit of heaven with us.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Stellar

    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
    The Property was awesome, very peaceful. I will definitely will rent this property again.
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Patricia N.

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

    Our Bungalow Stay in Julian

    House was very family friendly— large table for meals with views of turkeys and deer coming through the yard in the morning. FirePlace was nice to sit around in the evening to talk or watch tv.
    Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Renee R.

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

    Wonderful!

    We absolutely loved our time there. Didn’t want to leave.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Janine R.

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

    Julian bungalow

    Delightful place to stay with extended family! We wholeheartedly recommend it and hope to return. John was a very attentive and personable host.
    Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Clark S., San Juan capistrano, california

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

    Julian long weekend

    Great
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Kaitlyn K., San Diego

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

    Absolutely Incredible

    Can not say enough good things about this property. Gorgeous inside and out. Lots of room and seating inside and out. Beds comfy and warm. So thankful for our stay!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Pamela P.

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

    Beautiful Cabin!

    Second time staying here. Lovely location. Plenty of room for everyone to hang out, play games and watch TV. Dog run area is a big plus. Fishing close by at lake and easy walks around the neighborhood. Christmas treat for certain!
    Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Jill C., Manhattan Beach

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

    Spectacular Home

    Lovely home in the Pine Hills area of Julian. The home is clean and has everything you need. The decor and the vibe are super inviting. The bedrooms are perfect for a large group. Highly recommend this home. Thank you, John!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Steve P.

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

    Great location/Great hosr

    The "Bungalow" was the perfect "destination Christmas" for our family, friends, and pets. John had the cabin decorated for Christmas, which made the stay even better. We saw deer, turkeys, and squirrels daily. It rained the whole time we were there but the cozy fireplace made being inside more bearable. Can't wait to go back when we can take full advantage of the outdoor beauty.
    Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Jacquelyne R.

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

    Amazing Getaway

    Amazing house, great experience, definetly recommended for anyone who wants to getaway to have memories for a lifetime. John and Leslie are Super, always checkin- in and on top of any questions or concens. Thanks again
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Lisa K.

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

    Beautiful family get together in Julian!

    This house was perfect our family party. Beautiful mountain area, with wild deer and turkeys literally in the backyard! Nice back property for dogs to explore. Big, comfortable house with wood burning fireplace that everyone loved. Host was super easy to community with and even provided balloons, little party favors and a pie for my 60th! I would def stay here again. Oh, and neighbors sell fresh eggs across the street, I believe my family bought them out :)
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Sharon M.

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

    Large cabin

    The cabin was large to accomodate 8 of us. We were in the area for a wedding which was just a 1/2 mile away. Worked out good. Lots of wildlife around, turkeys, deer and variety of birds. Very peaceful setting. Worked out well for us.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Jason Y.

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

    Home full of warmth in the middle of the snow storm

    We needed a break from the city and jumped at the chance when we saw snow on the forecast. John and Sarah were very helpful with the last minute booking, and all along the way. It was just two of us, but the house could have hosted a family. Many places to gather as well as spots to retreat on one’s own. Great home in the forest!
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Jesus B.

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

    Felt like home away from home. Such an amazing experience

    When we go there the house was clean it felt cozy and there was some laminated paper to explain the rules of the house the history of the house and the family also how to get around the house. It was easy to get a hold of the owner and get a reply in hours. The house was perfect for the family with board games the jacuzzi was a plus, there was extra blankets the beds were comfy as was the blankets. and overall the amazing peaceful experience we had as a family. This place was perfect and we would love to comeback and do it again. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to getaway. Thanks to John and his wife and kids for letting us use their home for our vacation.
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

    6/10 Okay

    Kim M.

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location

    Sadly, Not What We Expected

    The home is spacious. However, there was food in the freezer so, we didn’t have any extra room for our frozen food (it would have been nice to know ahead of time). There was old coffee grounds in the coffee maker, the patio had not been cleaned off (leaves, spider webs). Then when we went to grill dinner and the bbq was not in the best shape. There was gunk in the grill that we had to clean off and then the grate fell into the coals so we had to rig it up to cook our steaks. If we had known this ahead of time we would not have brought anything to grill! We went to open our wine and there was no corkscrew so we had to drive to get one taking time out of our relaxing weekend. All said, we wouldn’t stay here again.
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

    8/10 Good

    Joanie B.

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

    Enjoyable Weekend Getaway

    Thank you so much to John and his family for letting us rent this cozy home. This VRBO was easy to find in the dark. There was enough parking for all 3 vehicles. Although the listing stated that we would have to purchase firewood, the property manager we spoke to said the wood/kindling was available for us if we wanted to build a fire. We were surprised by an apple pie waiting for us in the kitchen. We would like the owners to define "fully stocked." Altho the listing said fully stocked, a few essentials were missing like a vegetable peeler, paper plates, cups. There were mixed messages on the paper work. Like "please don't eat our food", yet the fridge had condiments. We weren't sure what that meant. Were we allowed to use what was in the fridge? We have used vacation rentals and "fully stocked" included condiments/salad dressing etc in the fridge. Yes we appreciated the teas/hot chocolate packets, but some were expired. Please check your supplies periodically. We have had Owners who were very particular with their properties and we want to comply with every rule by the owners so we won't get charged extra fees. We enjoyed our stay very much,but the mixed messages were unnerving because of past experiences with other Vrbos. Thank you again for making your home available to us.
    Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024