[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views Cottage in El Cajon with kitchen and balcony ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93200900/93200848/w3837h2560x3y0-b04652e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93200900/93200848/de7b80df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93200900/93200848/e72816ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93200900/93200848/1506074f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93200900/93200848/f1315d7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122497 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Washer - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views Cottage in El Cajon with kitchen and balcony A garden, barbecue grills, and free self parking are available at this smoke-free cottage. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 4 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23900/23816/243b93bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bristol Hotel San Diego Downtown San Diego - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym - Parking available 8.4 Very good 1,391 reviews CA $190 CA $221 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=23816&PinnedHotelID=23816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5000/4926/5feb0059.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego El Cajon - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.8 Good 1,003 reviews CA $97 CA $107 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=4926&PinnedHotelID=4926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33661500/33661441/1f4c359a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sycuan Casino Resort El Cajon - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 1,559 reviews CA $149 CA $181 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=33661441&PinnedHotelID=33661441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94958900/94958861/590e3ba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious El Cajon Villa - 14 Mi to Downtown! 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Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views Cottage Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views El Cajon ## About the area Mount Helix, a neighborhood in El Cajon, is home to this cottage. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our El Cajon travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Cajon.dx6632) [View more Cottages in El Cajon](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Cajon-Cottages.d6632-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.77635%2C-116.97498&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YfiYnI173MGraB6a7NN2MUNcU5Q=) El Cajon, CA ### What's nearby - Grossmont College - 6 min drive - 7.5 km - San Diego State University - 10 min drive - 11.6 km - Viejas Arena - 10 min drive - 11.6 km - Balboa Park - 16 min drive - 20.9 km - San Diego Zoo - 18 min drive - 24.2 km ### Getting around - Grossmont Transit Center - 4 min drive - Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive - San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Sideways - ‬2 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Brigantine - ‬4 min drive - ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views located? > Located in Mount Helix, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Mount Helix Park, and The Magnolia. Superior Court East County Division is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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