At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Moonlight Ampitheatre and Alta Vista Gardens. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a patio, a living room and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Vista holiday home include Oceanside Pier and Flower Fields of Carlsbad.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 38 min drive - 35.3 km
Pechanga Resort & Casino - 47 min drive - 48.7 km
Getting around
Carlsbad Village Station - 25 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Black Rock Coffee Bar - 4 min drive
Filiberto’s Mexican Food - 4 min drive
Aquapure Water And Ice - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Primo Foods - 4 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.
Private Hilltop view Guesthouse
Charming, private detached guest house on a view lot, with private parking in a quiet neighborhood. This adorable home was the original farm house in this rural estate neighborhood, located on a cul-de-sac at the top of a breezy hill. Remodeled with new kitchen/bathroom, luxury vinyl flooring, new paint & fixtures. The bedroom has a queen bed and a lovely view. 700 sq ft house features a private fenced yard with outdoor dining and umbrella. Full sized side-by-side washer/dryer.
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)
General
Unit size: 700 square feet
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 aged 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
Rules
*** PLEASE NOTE! The City of Vista has a 10% tax (TOT tax) for staying in the City of Vista.
This will be applied to the accommodation total and is requested at check-in and charged separately on VRBO so it can be reported to the City. ***
There is a city-imposed quiet time from 9 PM to 9 AM.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Private Hilltop view Guesthouse?
The closest beach to Private Hilltop view Guesthouse is Carlsbad State Beach (14 km).
Does Private Hilltop view Guesthouse have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Private Hilltop view Guesthouse family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Private Hilltop view Guesthouse is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Private Hilltop view Guesthouse?
No, Private Hilltop view Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Private Hilltop view Guesthouse?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Private Hilltop view Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 17 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cory
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
We loved our stay! Perfect little getaway at the top of the mountain 🙂
Cory
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Laurinda T.
10 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Laurinda T.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Amrita G.
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our short stay here. Lovely neighborhood.The place was really clean, but the floor wasn't, so I'd just suggest bringing some house shoes if you are used to walking barefoot. And also, it's bring-your-own coffee (there is a coffee pot).
Amrita G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurinda T.
10 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and pretty well-equipped. The A/C in both the bedroom and living room worked great. Location is quiet with a nice view but it was a bit hard to find the first night. It was very close to our daughter’s house, so worked out great for us. We would book again next time we visit.
Laurinda T.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025
2/10 Terrible
Great S.
8 Aug 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Black mildew around tub at top and baseWednesday am invasion of ants & small worms from back door to living areaKitchen sink bad odor from drainDay of departure tub drain clogged upOutside area not attractiveBed had 2 mattresses and top one kept slipping at headboard. We have pictures of above if you want.
Great S.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen H., San Diego, CA
12 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I really enjoyed my stay at the Hilltop View Guesthouse. It was a perfect stay for me and my daughter and our 2 pups. The house had everything we needed and we loved the back fenced in patio for sitting outside. The bed was really comfortable and the home was clean. We enjoyed walking the dogs in the quiet neighborhood too.
Karen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Millicent E.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
A wonderful cottage located in a beautiful and serene neighborhood. Lovely ocean breeze. Very clean and comfortable. We would stay there again.
This property was a great place for me and a few friends to stay for the weekend! The house was very clean and well maintained and had everything we needed (extra pillows, sheets, bathroom supplies, dishes, etc.) Check in and check out was also very easy, I had no issues with the property the entire time. Karla was also a very helpful host. would recommended staying here!
Sydney
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
4/10 Poor
Miles K.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Two Out of Three ain't Good!
House was advertised as pet friendly, airconditioned and in Vista CA. It was not air conditioned except for bed room. We paid for two weeks on "good faith" acceptence of those discriptive attributes. We were unable to get someone to address complaint regarding air conditioning Saturday evening. We drove back to Phoenix Sunday morning. We hope someone trys to make things right. The rest of the property was, for the most part, as advertised.
Miles K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Ronaldo G.
23 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
nice place but.....
It was told to us upon check in that we may see bugs but the house is treated bi monthly. We killed alot of bugs during our stay. One night we saw a roach. Im told this is due to location.
The AC made it hard to cool the entire place. It was good to keep bedroom cool but not front of house area. It was a very warm weekend so it was hot in the house. They provided box fans. Host was nice and check in was easy
Ronaldo G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy B.
4 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Serene Vista
Love this area of Vista. Calm and quiet-
Timothy B.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Shirley H.
6 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, comfortable
It was very nice, although the bed could be improved.
Shirley H.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori F.
25 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
We only stayed for a long weekend but this property was a great place and one of a kind. The neighborhood is beautiful with a tiny vineyard close by. The cottage is small but lovely and the perfect size for the two of us. Made our visit to Vista just a little nicer.
Lori F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
robert f.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little house
My husband, myself, my Mother, and our dog stayed here for a couple of weeks. The home is comfortable, located in a nice neighborhood, and is well equipped for a short or long stay. Would recommend 👍👍👍
robert f.
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Gary G.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
near family
we stayed here because it is near our family
Gary G.
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cailon B.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
vacation
Great communication from the host from the start to end. no hassle checking , location, or any problems. my girlfriend and I absolutely loved the location , the view and the friendly neighbors. 10/10 . memorable spot and will be staying again in the future !
Cailon B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Gail F., Kapolei, HI
23 May 2023
Beautiful home in the mountains of Vista California
We had everything we needed here and more. We enjoyed staying here. It was comfortable. We had a little bit of a challenge finding the place but the drive up the mountain is absolutely beautiful!! Wish we could have stayed longer, but the place was booked. Communication with the owner Was good. I would recommend this cute cozy guest cottage. Thank you