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Smart TV, fireplace - Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn (Ramona)
Smart TV, fireplace - Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn (Ramona)
Boulder Groves offers a unique retreat with its Nuevo Tuscany architecture and 360-degree views from various points of the property. Relax in the natural pool/hot tub, unwind on one of many lounging areas indoors and outdoors, or enjoy quality time with friends and family around a large smart TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn

  • Exclusive Escape at Boulder Groves!
    The secluded, gated, hill top estate home sits on 20 acres perched on a massive Granite Boulder with boulder pools wrapping around the home and resort style landscape. The 360 degree views are offered from various points of the home and property. The Nuevo Tuscany architecture will take you away, yet provide the amenities commonly found in a resort hotel. A large natural pool/hot tub, wifi, tons of space indoors and outdoors to lounge around, and a large smart TV are all amenities of the home.

    This home allows for 16 guests.

    Tons of shopping, restaurants, and wineries are just a short drive away. 20 minute drive to Poway, Escondido, Lakeside, Santee, El Cajon, and 45 minutes to San Diego downtown, or the Beaches of North County San Diego, Del Mar, Torrey Pines, La Jolla, Encinitas, Solana Beach (Horse Racing too).

    The Master Suite features a huge soaking tub, situated to enjoy the countryside view while soaking for hours. Big screen TV, California King bed, and views for miles and miles from the vaulted ceiling bed chamber area.

    Downstairs in the Professional Quality Kitchen, featuring pantry, dual fridges for entertaining, granite and copper accoutrements, as well as a 10-person round table in the dining room with the finest dining ambiance as you enjoy the view through the octagonal windows surrounding you, your family and friends.

    There is a home theater for you to enjoy, which features Roku TV.

    Bedroom layout:
    Room 1: Master- 1 king
    Room 2: downstairs- 1 queen
    Room 3: Upstairs- 2 queens
    Room 4: Upstairs- 2 queens
    Room 5: 1 king
    Room 6: 1 king

    Big grass yard for Badminton, Volleyball, Corn Hole, boulders to climb on, there is mountain biking, and road cycling from the doorstep, a terrific natural preserve to hike on, and the home is situated in the middle of the wine trail if wine tasting is on your agenda.

    Arrangements can be made for professional food preparation for your stay.

    Private planes fly in or out of Ramona Airport, just 10 minutes away.

    There are outdoor security cameras onsite.

    Hot tub is available for $60/day, plus service fee. Please inquire if you are interested!


Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Occupancy 16. Exceed 16, “Festivity Contract” is required, without approval could require guests vacate the property, and a charge of $100/person

County and HOA Restrictions on Fireworks and Smoking - $500 Violation Fee cdould apply.

No Pets - $500 Violation Fee

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
Property Registration Number COSD-00881

About the area

Located in Ramona, this holiday home is in a rural area. Guy B Woodward Museum and San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Poway Center for the Performing Arts. Poway-Midland Railroad and Queen Califa's Magical Circle are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking, cycling and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Ramona travel guide
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Ramona, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    27 min drive - 24.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo
    San Diego Zoo
    59 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Mighty USS Midway - an aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, the lead ship of its class. Commissioned a week after the end of World War II it is now a museum ship
    USS Midway Museum
    59 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Ramona Community Park
    3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Guy B Woodward Museum
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    16 min walk
  • Starbucks
    9 min walk
  • Los Rancheros drive Thru
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castle on a hill, breathtaking views, surrounded with pools, trees, and lawn located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Guy B Woodward Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Ramona Community Park and Lenora Winery. Salerno Winery and Wildlife Research Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights for our son’s wedding with a large family. Beautiful, spacious, quiet, peaceful. Had an event here and the hostess was responsive, so very helpful with everything needed for a successful event and always helpful. Castle On the Hill for the win. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eugene W.

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

Views you’ll never forget!

Everything you see in the online pictures and more. Spectacular sunrises and superb sunsets. Pools better suited for looking at than swimming in, but with one pool big enough to cool off in. I’d be hesitant to bring young children because of the use of natural rock to navigate the pools, and any trips and falls would be painful. But the house has everything we needed, the grounds are gorgeous, the property manager is incredibly responsive and check in and check out are as easy as we’ve ever seen. We hated to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Besh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect house for our family’s reunion. It was super clean and large enough to comfortably accommodate everyone. It had everything we needed for a relaxing and peaceful stay. The surrounding hills were beautiful and the grounds were breathtaking and very well maintained. We loved waking up to the beautiful views everyday. Our host was super polite and courteous and communication with them was easy with a quick responses time. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rodeelyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What can I say…everything you see in the photos for this home is exact. The pool was amazing and picturesque. My family enjoyed every moment. It was so spacious and the beds were comfortable. Will come back again some day.
Pool during golden hour!
Relaxing in the Boulder pool
Overlooking the view
Family Fun
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris I.

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

Grand daughter getaway

Spent a wonderful week with our 5 grand daughters. The home and amenities were awesome and we had a great time. Communication with the gost was the best I’ve ever experienced
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Terri S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
ABSOLUTELY DO NOT RENT THIS PROPERTY — DANGEROUS, DECEPTIVE, AND SEVERELY MISREPRESENTED. IT WAS SO BAD WE LEFT AFTER TWO HOURS AND BOOKED ANOTHER PROPERTY!!This property should never be rented in its current condition. What was advertised versus what we arrived to were two completely different realities. This was not a minor disappointment — it was a serious failure of honesty, safety, and basic property management.1. Blatant False Advertising & Unsafe AccessThe listing grossly misrepresents accessibility. Access to the house is extremely limited, awkward, and physically difficult, information that was deliberately omitted. Had this been disclosed, we would never have booked. This lack of transparency is unacceptable and misleading.Even worse, the backyard was completely overrun with bees, making the outdoor space dangerous and unusable. This was not a few insects — it was a swarm-level issue that posed a real health threat, particularly to a family member with a known allergy. Advertising outdoor amenities while ignoring an obvious safety hazard is reckless.2. Property in Visible Disrepair — Photos Are a LieThe home is clearly neglected and poorly maintained, and the photos used in the listing are outdated to the point of deception. Inside, there was visible damage throughout — chipped and dented walls, worn surfaces, and broken or unusable furniture, including couches. This property looks like it has not been properly maintained or updated in a long time.3. Shocking
Broken outlets
Furniture broken and stained in multiple rooms
Bathroom windows broken. Note says “ broken don’t open”
Spiderwebs in main living room in all window just above where the couch is.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025