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El Cajon vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 257 per night before taxes and fees

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4.9 Average rating
El Cajon stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Modern mountain guest house. Incredible views
Neighboring San Diego, quaint country living with incredible views minutes from everything, breathtaking sunsets, 20 mins to beach, close by hiking trails, and only 3 minutes hop on the freeway. Full Kitchen, Laundry, and Living area and with beautiful furnishings, a perfect home away from home. Whether traveling for work or play we have had guests stay for a conference in San Diego or just to visit friends and hit the beach a few days, we look forward to you loving our home as much as we do.

East Watch- a private getaway
East Watch is a 740 sq ft, 1 bedroom private retreat that provides the comforts and amenities of home with the style of a high-end hotel. All 5 to 15 min from shopping, downtown, and the beach. It's a short walk from Mt. Helix Park which offers a 360* view, weekday yoga, and stunning sunrises and sunsets. We have EV high speed car charging, a full kitchen with all appliances, workspace with dedicated fast WIFI, a spa shower, and super comfortable beds and pillows. Stay and let us charm you!

San Diego Mountain Retreat
3 bedroom 1 bathroom loft (2 separate sides) open concept guest house. Very peaceful East San Diego getaway. Enjoy beautiful ocean and Mountain Views during the day then relax in the jacuzzi with breath taking sunsets and the city lights at night. Best views in San Diego! Only 25 minutes from the SD airport and beaches. Minutes away from 2 local wineries and casinos. House sleeps 6 but you can invite guests up for the day for a fee. Event prices will be discussed per event. We live in main home

Vacation Paradise-Heated Pool+Hot Tub+FirePit+EV
Welcome to your personal resort! This is your private Guest House with a salt & heated pool + hot tub. Located in a very quiet & safe neighborhood in beautiful San Diego. Drive 15 minutes to the beach, downtown, La Jolla, Zoo, stadiums, Sea World, Convention Center + more. Hike next door at Cowell Mountain or Lake Murray. Smart TV, wifi, two zone AC, full kitchen, W/D combo, top quality finishes & furniture. Everything you need for memorable vacation! No smoking or vaping on the property.

Stunning Guest House 15 min. from Zoo, Downtown
Stunning guest house that's 15 minutes to San Diego Zoo + downtown San Diego. The cottage is decorated with mid-century and one-of-a kind furniture in a comfy living space overlooking a gorgeous garden. Enjoy the the garden on your private deck, watch TV while relaxing in the handcrafted Nicaraguan rocker or 1950s Danish slipper chair. The cottage also has a comfy queen-sized bed and a full kitchen that's stocked with what you'd need. Oh, and all guests arrive to a homemade loaf of bread.

Cozy Hillside Retreat with View
Relax in this lower level one bedroom one bathroom unit with a patio and valley / hill views. Ideally located with easy freeway access & less than 15 miles to downtown San Diego (Gaslamp, Hillcrest, North Park), San Diego Zoo and Petco Park. Less than 20 miles to beaches, Little Italy and San Diego International Airport. Trader Joe’s and sportsplex USA nearby. Bedroom has a king bed and a workspace ideal for remote work. Kitchenette has cooking basics, coffee and tea. No smoking

Enchanting private Mt Helix retreat close to SDSU
This quiet retreat (5 min. from the quaint main street of downtown La Mesa) used to be a doll workshop. Drink your morning ritual on a private deck amongst the trees. 15 min. from downtown and SD airport. 10 minutes from SDSU. 25 minutes to La Jolla/ beaches and most San Diego colleges and attractions like Birch Aquarium. 15 minutes from Balboa Park museums. Hike Mission trails-15 min. from trailheads. Take a walk up scenic Mt Helix and enjoy the vistas. Flora and fauna abound.

Mountain top view getaway loft
This loft is completely sound proof! VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS!! Do not miss this stunning contemporary loft, located in the highly desired Mt. Helix community. The guest house faces west, giving you phenomenal 270-degree views of the ocean, Downtown, Point Loma, Coronado islands, Coronado bridge, and more! Designed and built by an acclaimed San Diego home designer, this property was featured in Dream Homes Magazine and is well known for its incredible design and construction.

Fletcher Hills - modern 1 BR.Easy, no step access.
** 36 hours between check-ins. Thorough cleaning and sanitizing.. Four night minimum stay. Dogs ONLY are welcomed on a case by case basis. They must be house trained and are not permitted on any furniture. If you instant book, you must contact me about your pet within 24 hours. Smoking is permitted in the outside areas - patio, gazebo, yard. Easy freeway access helps any commute to downtown and area attractions. Having your own vehicle is the best way to get around..

La Cabana
Perfect getaway for the wandering individual, couple, or young family. This rustic casita is surrounded by beautiful mountain and ocean views! Enjoy swimming in the pool, stargazing, lounging, or casual day trips around San Diego (All the amenities are shared with the main house) . The casita has one king size bed and a memory foam sofa bed, with a well equipped kitchenette. Plenty of parking in driveway (max 2 cars). Please read entire listing for details.

Mt Helix Studio Loft with Mountain Views
Mountain Views: Freshly renovated, quiet and spacious studio loft in private neighborhood. Close to coffee shops, grocery stores, and quick access to major highways. 500 sqft open concept. Laundry, Fast Internet, Cable TV and streaming services. Additionally, if you like oranges and avocados we grow them on the property (Seasonal of course). We also have a chicken coop and fresh eggs on request.

Spacious, private Mt. Helix country style studio
Located in a quiet and lush neighborhood, in hills of La Mesa. This private studio has everything you need to relax and experience the California life: comfy queen size bed, full kitchen, patio, bbq, and fire pit. Within walking distance to Mt. Helix Historic Park for a spectacular 365-degree view of San Diego. You are 20 minutes from the beach, airport, and mountains.
Popular amenities for El Cajon guesthouse rentals
Family-friendly guest house rentals

Private 1 BR Paradise Retreat

Casa Sierra on Mount Helix

Fig Tree Bungalow

NEW construction - Studio by Village of La Mesa

Private Poolside Cabana

Beautiful Bright Mt. Helix Studio

Cozy Coop with a View

The Happy Family * 2 playhouses & baby gear
Guest house rentals with a patio

Keighley Guest Apartment (balcony w/views, A/C)

AmazingVIEWS! Hilltop Guest House with XL Balcony~

Loft Cabin•SoakTub•FirePit• Cinema•View+Zoo add-on

San Diego Newly Built Private Guesthouse (Sleep 4)

Guest house with ocean views and private deck.

Adorable 1- bedroom guesthouse/Casita

Trendy 1 BR Guesthouse. Great views, no chores.

Santorini-Inspired Cottage w/ Hot Tub + Views
Guest house rentals with a washer and dryer
*BEAUTIFUL* Sunny Home in Golden Hill

Beautiful Historic Home and Gardens Near Downtown!

STUNNING Casita with a View!!

Private GuestHouse with Kitchen,Bath,Dryer, Washer

South Mission Beach Zen-Like Studio

Gorgeous Guest Home

Solana Casita Charmer

Farm Vibe near City with Friendly Goats & Big Deck
When is the best time to visit El Cajon?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 422 | ﺩ.ﺇ 426 | ﺩ.ﺇ 437 | ﺩ.ﺇ 448 | ﺩ.ﺇ 441 | ﺩ.ﺇ 433 | ﺩ.ﺇ 492 | ﺩ.ﺇ 466 | ﺩ.ﺇ 444 | ﺩ.ﺇ 441 | ﺩ.ﺇ 422 | ﺩ.ﺇ 419 |
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