Spectacular Villa Overlooking Lake Hodges!

This lovely villa is in the exclusive Lake Hodges community, only 20 minutes north of bustling San Diego, and ten miles from the heart of Rancho Santa Fe. While more peaceful and secluded than staying in the city proper, you'll still enjoy easy day trips to museums, the San Diego Zoo, and beautiful Southern California beaches. Legoland in Carlsbad is just 19 miles west, and right in the neighboring communities of Rancho Santa Fe and Escondido you'll find many different restaurants, galleries, and shops. This custom-built Southern California retreat takes advantage of the great year-round weather with multiple outdoor patios, perfect for your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the afternoon. There are panoramic views of nearby Lake Hodges and the coastal mountains, with many gorgeous spots for outdoor entertaining. You'll enjoy three distinct outdoor sitting and dining areas, along with plenty of peaceful, quiet spots to steal away with a good book. And of course, you'll want to spend time in the saltwater pool, complete with a cave and waterfall and the eight-person hot tub for a gorgeous view of the lake. (Please be aware that the pool is usually left unheated, but can be heated for an additional daily fee). When you do come inside, a lovely sitting area overlooks the water—this is a perfect spot for unwinding at the end of the day. Throughout this vacation home, there are multiple TVs with Cable and DVD players for your enjoyment. There is also WiFi so you'll be able to easily look up recipes, find nearby attractions, or stay in touch while you are away. The gourmet kitchen is truly a work of art. You'll have beautiful stainless-steel appliances, including a state-of-the-art double Viking oven and six-burner stovetop, two refrigerators, a separate pantry area, as well as a Bosch double dishwasher! Whether you're planning a festive holiday meal or just heating leftovers up in the microwave, you'll find everything you could ever need here. At night, the six bedrooms will sleep up to 14 guests, with a king-sized bed in the beautiful master bedroom. This relaxing space also has its own sitting area, lake view, and gorgeous master bathroom, complete with soaking tub and a separate shower. A second master bedroom has a king-sized bed, while the remaining four bedrooms each have a queen bed, along with sofa sleepers and/or twin-sized beds. At this sunny California retreat, you will also have a large front-loading washer and dryer, so there's no need to over-pack or accumulate an unwieldy dirty clothes pile for the trip home. From here, ocean beaches are about a 20-minute drive west. Attractions closer to the Villa include beer tasting and brewery tours at Stone Brewing Company, five miles north and the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve for hiking, biking and equestrian trails just to the west. In addition, the outdoor activities of Lake Hodges are right outside the front door of this villa. Of course, your favorite activity here may just be hanging out pool-side, relaxing in the hot tub, or lounging around one of the lovely outdoor seating areas, viewing picturesque Lake Hodges. For an unforgettable Southern California vacation rental, this amazing villa offers luxurious amenities and breathtaking views! When you need an impressive retreat for up to 14 guests, this Lake Hodges Villa is the ideal destination.