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Rancho Santa Fe estate rental - Above The Clouds - Luxury Resort Estate in North San Diego
Above The Clouds - Luxury Resort Estate in North San Diego
 
Rancho Santa Fe estate rental - Above The Clouds - Luxury Resort Estate in North San Diego

Above The Clouds - Luxury Resort Estate in North San Diego

Grotto, Swim-up Bar, 40' Slide, Jacuzzi for 15, 60,000 gallon Water Park!

Grotto, Swim-up Bar, 40' Slide, Jacuzzi for 15, 60,000 gallon Water Park!

State of The Art Luxury Theater with kitchen, 8 fully reclining leather chairs

State of The Art Luxury Theater with kitchen, 8 fully reclining leather chairs

Indoor/Outdoor Entertainment BBQ, dining, fireplace, firepit

Indoor/Outdoor Entertainment BBQ, dining, fireplace, firepit

Full Gym and Sauna

Full Gym and Sauna

The Sauna

The Sauna

Master Bath opens to Master Suite with fireplace

Master Bath opens to Master Suite with fireplace

The living area with grand piano and fireplace

The living area with grand piano and fireplace

Magnificent entry

Magnificent entry

Indoor/Outdoor kitchens & living space

Indoor/Outdoor kitchens & living space

Ocean View Hot Air Balloon Sunsets

Ocean View Hot Air Balloon Sunsets

Queen Bedroom with sofa sleeper

Queen Bedroom with sofa sleeper

Grotto

Grotto

Master Suite

Master Suite

Infinity Edge, Beach entry, Stunning Views & Sunsets

Infinity Edge, Beach entry, Stunning Views & Sunsets

Brian & Janice Hawaiian Reception by The Pool

Brian & Janice Hawaiian Reception by The Pool

2nd Master 'Sweet' Suite

2nd Master 'Sweet' Suite

2nd Master The "New York" Shower

2nd Master The "New York" Shower

The 'Black & White' Bathroom

The 'Black & White' Bathroom

View from the Master Bed

View from the Master Bed

Romantic Pre-wedding dip in the pool!

Romantic Pre-wedding dip in the pool!

Poolside Wedding Reception - Congratulations Alicia & Peter!

Poolside Wedding Reception - Congratulations Alicia & Peter!

Above The Clouds welcomes the bride & groom!

Above The Clouds welcomes the bride & groom!

The Wedding Lawn at Above The Clouds!

The Wedding Lawn at Above The Clouds!

  • Bedrooms6
  • Sleeps24
  • 5 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Rancho Santa Fe vacation estate rental
Estate, 6 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 5 Baths, (Sleeps 16-22)

Newly available as of December 2011, this breathtaking 7000 sq ft. totally private luxury resort nestled among horse ranches just 40 minutes North of San Diego is perfect for a wedding, event, family getaway, reunion or corporate retreat.

You won't want to leave 'Above The Clouds', a serene gated 5 acre resort with panoramic views of ocean and mountains from every vaulted ceiling room from the Native American Medicine Wheel in the courtyard to the library to the gourmet kitchen and master suite overlooking the infinity pool and waterfalls.

Enjoy the beautiful open living space with custom Mexican luxurious furnishings, 3 fireplaces, music system throughout and radiant heated stone floors.

The sound proof, state of the art Blu-ray theater is equipped with leather recliners, seating for 12, a kitchen, dvd and music library, Wii and computer Internet access.

The beautiful, serene library with hundreds of books, meditation garden, and a fully equipped gym with wet and dry sauna are just the beginning of the amenities.

The pocket doors melt into the walls, opening 3 sides of the house to merge the gourmet kitchen and dining room with the outdoor BBQ kitchen and lanai with a fireplace. You cannot tell where the indoors ends and the outdoor begins with point-to-point glass meeting the vaulted continuous roof line. The gourmet kitchen comes fully equipped with spices, oils,condiments and all the basics.

The roofed lanai with comfortable seating and dining areas overlooks a 60,000 gallon saline pool - your own private water park with grotto, 40' luge slide, 15 person jacuzzi with river, waterfalls and beach entry. Enjoy a drink at the swim up bar or at the fire pit while hot air balloons drift over the clear, clean sky at sunset.

This resort home uniquely feels cozy with just 2 to 4 people or comfortably accommodates a party list of 100.

Event planning, private chef, full gourmet catering, live music, limo service, massage, yoga and meditation can be made available to you for your stay at Above The Clouds.

We have access to a full array of premium resources and services to further enhance your Above The Clouds retreat experience.

The main master suite has a romantic fireplace, sitting area, and private access to the outdoor jacuzzi and pool. The marble master bath with towel warmer, jetted tub, and walk in closet has a stunning indoor/outdoor shower. The master suite level is complete with a fully equipped gym with free weights, elliptical, weight resistance training equipment, flat screen DVD/TV and sound system - all the bells, balls, whistles and barbells you could want to stay in shape plus a beautiful dry or wet sauna that comfortable seats 10-12.

Above The Clouds is uniquely open and spacious, yet cozy and private.

There is a 2nd master suite downstairs on the theater level with 2 additional beautiful, luxurious comfortable bedrooms with full baths and private entrances. There are 2 more bedrooms that accommodate 8.

How does it get even better than this?

If you find it possible to leave, you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and off road bikes right from the property.

You'll be just minutes from Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, LegoLand, the Del Mar Horse Racing Track, Downtown San Diego, PetCo Park, The San Diego Convention Center, Gas Lamp Jazz District, Temecula wine tasting, museums, live theater, Scripts Aquarium, paragliding off the ocean cliffs and an endless list of entertainment and fine dining. Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm, sky diving and the ferry to Catalina with it's new zip line are all about an hour away.

Some of the best surfing in the world is just 15 minutes from the house with beautiful beaches for beach combing, kayaking, jet skiing, water skiing, scuba diving, boogie and paddle boarding. There is para-sailing, hot air ballooning golf, tennis, lakes, rock climbing and some of the best shopping in the world. The possibilities are infinite.

We provide the resources to access all of this and more, Above The Clouds also comes equipped with surf boards, boogie boards, mountain bikes; beach chairs, snorkel gear, and coolers to chill your wine and beer to head for the beach!

Above The Clouds is an amazing experience for everyone who visits. There is a peaceful magic in the comfortable luxury of this magnificent resort home once experienced will be remembered for a lifetime.

We bought the land in 2000 as newly weds and custom built this dream home with the intention that it enhance the lives of every person who visits. We would love to share our very special resort home with you.

Above The Clouds easily accommodates a 50-80 person wedding or event or a luxury vacation for 1-4 couples or families, a 12-20 person girlfriend getaway or corporate retreat.

There are 2 master suites with walk in closets and full baths, 2 additional bedrooms with queen size beds and queen size sofa sleepers in each bedroom and full baths. There are also 2 additional rooms available with 2 queens a bunk with a single and a double and 2 additional single beds. The bedrooms comfortably sleep 16 plus an additional 5 people can be accommodated if you fill every bed. Plus there are 2 Queen airbeds and a pack and play for an infant or toddler.

We have more photos and more information about the area and what you can experience here in North San Diego County.

Please give us a call to discuss your event, vacation or retreat and if Above The Clouds is not the perfect fit, we would love to help you explore the area.

The video was made for you by Sailesh Ranchod, a guest attending a seminar at Above The Clouds. Sailesh loved the expansive energy of the property!

Keywords: luxury estate, resort, San Diego vacation, Rancho Santa Fe, Elfin Forest,vacation rental by owner, vacation home rental, getaway, view, private, horseback riding, hiking, villa, retreat,

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About Deb Smith

Randy Smith is a local custom home builder and Deb is an entrepreneur who loves to cook, write and entertain. We have 3 wonderful kids, a great dog and are blessed with a life filled with love, great health, wonderful friends, family and extended family. We love to scuba dive, ski and explore the world when we are not at home in Elfin Forest.

Deb Smith purchased this estate in 2000
Why Deb Smith chose Rancho Santa Fe

We love Elfin Forest and the magic of the privacy and beauty of Above The Clouds.

We found the land one magical day exploring North San Diego County in 2000 and immediately bought it.

We'll never forget standing on the land that day, feeling the energy, looking down at the wild sage at our feet and the incredible view of mountains, horse ranches and ocean. We looked into each others eyes and said simultaneously 'This is it'.

Our talented architect incorporated every amenity we could think of and designed a resort home that fits into the land like it grew out of the mountain.

Randy is a custom home builder and over four years we developed the land bringing in the water, utilities and road. Deb designed the door, chose all the stone, fixtures and interior design and conducted Native American ceremonies to further bless the land.

Above The Clouds earned it's name over time with too many experiences of serene, magical mornings watching the rivers of morning ocean fog drift into the canyon, reaching just to the base of the house, but never further. The fog always burns off to the perfect mild sunny San Diego weather. The hawks soar overhead as the humming birds dip their beaks in the waterfalls and we feel like we are truly above it all, even the clouds.

Above The Clouds is the perfect retreat resort home where you can escape your earthly bounds. We love to share it with family, friends and VRBO guests.

We have another home in Elfin Forest and love being available to meet our guests and make sure their stay is perfect.

What makes this estate unique

Meditate or read in the big leather chair in the library with panoramic views.

Relax over a sunset toast watching hot air balloons drift over the breathtaking view. Drink deep the clean fresh air.

Relax in front of the living room fireplace while someone plays the baby grand piano... hand your friends one of the instruments you'll find in the library closet and make music! There’s chess in the corner with comfortable leather chairs awaiting the masters among you.

Push back the beautiful custom Mexican furnishings, bring in the band and dance on the stone warm floors. Summer? Put the band outside by the pool and dance under the stars, while guest enjoy the swim up bar, fire pit, 40' slide & jacuzzi. Did someone say 'Party'?

Head for the theater, select a movie from the great dvd collection, pull the wine from the rack, or beer from the frig, pop the popcorn and recline in the leather chairs for a full immersion entertainment experience.

Step outside the master suite to the jacuzzi overlooking the incredible view and 60,000 gallon pool/playground.... romantic for 2 or 20.

Have a pizza making party on the huge granite island in the gourmet kitchen. There's plenty of room for the finished masterpieces in the double Dacor ovens.

Open the pocket doors on three sides of the house, throw your favorites on the grill, light the outdoor fireplace, turn up the whole house music system and kick back under the stars - no city lights, noise or immediate neighbors!

Cleanse in the hot sauna, rinse off in the outdoor stone shower, then wrap yourself in a towel from the towel warmer....sheer luxury.

Hike, horseback ride or bike from Above The Clouds' private gate. Explore Dry Creek Reserve and Conservancy, Harmony Grove Spiritual Retreat, the local nurseries, farmers markets, lavender and flower fields.

Rancho Santa Fe estate rental - Above The Clouds - Luxury Resort Estate in North San Diego

Above The Clouds - Luxury Resort Estate in North San Diego

Grotto, Swim-up Bar, 40' Slide, Jacuzzi for 15, 60,000 gallon Water Park!

Grotto, Swim-up Bar, 40' Slide, Jacuzzi for 15, 60,000 gallon Water Park!

State of The Art Luxury Theater with kitchen, 8 fully reclining leather chairs

State of The Art Luxury Theater with kitchen, 8 fully reclining leather chairs

Indoor/Outdoor Entertainment BBQ, dining, fireplace, firepit

Indoor/Outdoor Entertainment BBQ, dining, fireplace, firepit

Full Gym and Sauna

Full Gym and Sauna

The Sauna

The Sauna

Master Bath opens to Master Suite with fireplace

Master Bath opens to Master Suite with fireplace

The living area with grand piano and fireplace

The living area with grand piano and fireplace

Magnificent entry

Magnificent entry

Indoor/Outdoor kitchens & living space

Indoor/Outdoor kitchens & living space

Ocean View Hot Air Balloon Sunsets

Ocean View Hot Air Balloon Sunsets

Queen Bedroom with sofa sleeper

Queen Bedroom with sofa sleeper

Grotto

Grotto

Master Suite

Master Suite

Infinity Edge, Beach entry, Stunning Views & Sunsets

Infinity Edge, Beach entry, Stunning Views & Sunsets

Brian & Janice Hawaiian Reception by The Pool

Brian & Janice Hawaiian Reception by The Pool

2nd Master 'Sweet' Suite

2nd Master 'Sweet' Suite

2nd Master The "New York" Shower

2nd Master The "New York" Shower

The 'Black & White' Bathroom

The 'Black & White' Bathroom

View from the Master Bed

View from the Master Bed

Romantic Pre-wedding dip in the pool!

Romantic Pre-wedding dip in the pool!

Poolside Wedding Reception - Congratulations Alicia & Peter!

Poolside Wedding Reception - Congratulations Alicia & Peter!

Above The Clouds welcomes the bride & groom!

Above The Clouds welcomes the bride & groom!

The Wedding Lawn at Above The Clouds!

The Wedding Lawn at Above The Clouds!

SeaWorld San Diego
"I love SeaWorld - Great animal life and fun water rides. I am not a big rollercoaster fan and I love ocean animal life, so SeaWorld is perfect. Great for kids of all ages! "
San Diego Zoo
"If you love the zoo, San Diego's is one of the best!"
Balboa Park
"Just about 40 minutes from Above The Clouds, Balboa Park is wonderful day or night - Museums, Plays, Restaurants, Botanical Gardens or pack a basket and picnic on the amazing groun ..." read more
La Jolla Shores
"Beauty and Fun! Exploring La Jolla is a must! Just 30 minutes from Above The Clouds! "
Ocean Beach
Downtown San Diego
"We love San Diego! Drive to Old Towne and catch the trolley to downtown!"
Petco Park
"The Trolley is a great way to get to the park - Go Padres!"
Gaslamp Quarter
"If you are a jazz fan, don't miss The Gaslamp Quarter - all kinds of great food and music!"
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Del Mar Race Track
"International Horse Racing "
Callaway Vineyard and Winery
"Temecula Wineries"
A Balloon Adventure by California Dreamin
Mega Arte Horseback Riding
"Horseback riding right from the estate gate with Meg, our local Elfin Forest Horseback Riding Service!"
Nearest Airport : San Diego at 40 Miles
Nearest Train : Oceanside Station at 20 Miles
Nearest Motorway : 5 Freeway at 10 Miles
Nearest Beach : Carlsbad State Beach at 10 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Encinitas, San Marcos, or La Costa Carlsbad at 6 Miles
Nearest Ski : Big Bear at 90 Miles
Nearest Golf : La Costa Resort at 10 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Relm Bistro & Wine Bar at 3 Miles
Nearest Point of Interest : Dry Creek Conservancy & Nature Reserve
Nearest Point of Interest : Golf
Nearest Point of Interest : Great Beaches
Nearest Point of Interest : Del Mar Race Track
Nearest Point of Interest : San Diego
Nearest Point of Interest : Palomar Mountain Observatory
Nearest Point of Interest : Wineries
Nearest Point of Interest : Wild Animal Park
Nearest Point of Interest : La Jolla Kayaking
Nearest Point of Interest : Lagoon Water Skiing & Jet Skiing
Nearest Point of Interest : Palomar Airport Helicopters Sightseeing
Nearest Point of Interest : Hot Air Ballooning
Nearest Point of Interest : Horseback Riding & Mountain Biking
Car: necessary

Wine Tasting & Winery Summer Jazz Program and Palomar Observatory are just 20 minutes away, Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, and sky diving are about an hour away and Sea World, Lego Land, San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park, museums, live theater and San Diego sites and events are all within 35 minutes. 20 Minutes to Palomar Airport private charters, helicopters and small commercial jets. Long Beach Ferry to Catalina and their new zip line is a little over an hour away.

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Rental Rates for this vacation estate rental in Rancho Santa Fe, California

Notes

  • From $1400 Per Night or $7500 per week+
  • US Dollars
  • Regular Weekly Rate: $7500 up to 12, $8500 up to 24
  • Summer & Holiday Weekly Rate: $8500 up to 12, $9500 up to 24
  • Nightly Rate: Low season $1400 Per Night, Peak Season $1600 per night.3 night min.
  • Cleaning Deposit: $350
  • Security Deposit: $1000
  • Please contact owner for event rates.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation estate rental in Rancho Santa Fe, California

Property Type:
  • estate

Location Type:
  • Mountain View
  • Ocean View ...
    Incredible sunsets, hotair balloon sightings & ocean view to the West.

General:
  • Gas Fireplace ...
    Lanai fireplace
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    (4) Living room, Master Suite and firepit at swim up bar
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Garage
  • Linens Provided ...
    Luxurious linens and bath towels and beach towels provided.
  • Parking Off Street ...
    Plenty of Parking for an event
  • Wireless Internet ...
    Wireless Internet is available throughout the house.
  • Computer Available ...
    Computer in Theater.

Kitchen:
  • Catering Available ...
    Deb is connect to a wide array of local caterers, musicians, limo services, massage therapist, energy workers, yoga and meditation instructors, and personal growth gurus. We can assist you in planning your event or connect you to a good event planner or provide a event coordinator for the day of your event. Tell us what you want and we'll assist you to create it!
  • Kitchen ...
    Fully equipped gourmet kitchen with dishes, glassware, wine glasses, silverware, and linens.
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    Kitchen is full equipped with state of the art pots, pans, inside grill, and utensils. Waffle irons, Vitamix, Cuisinart, Toasters, Coffee grinder, espresso/cappacino machine, as well as spices, oils, vinegars, condiments - all the basics.
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
    Bathroom 3 -
    Bathroom 4 -
    Bathroom 5 -
  • 5

Bedrooms:
  • 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 24
  • King size beds (2) Master Suite has King Bed with luxurious bedding. Additional King bedroom with a futon on Theater level., Queen size Beds (7) 2nd Master Suite Queen, plus 1 Queen Bedroom with a Queen sofa sleeper, and 2 additional Queen Bedrooms, 2 Queen Airbeds for setup in the library and theatre., Double Beds (1) 1 Double on bottom bunk, Twin or Single Beds (2) 3 twins, Child Beds (1) 1 Pack & Play with child's mattress, Sleep Sofa or Futons (3) 1 Queen sofa sleeper in bedroom with a queen bed. 1 double futon in King bedroom. 2 Queen airbeds., Bunk Beds (1) 1 bunk bed with a twin on top and a double lower.
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Music Library ...
    Hundreds of CDs, IPOD Docking Station, Whole House Music System
  • Video Library ...
    Huge selection of current Blu-Ray DVDs, hundreds of CD and an IPOD docking station ready for your music to play throughout the house with seperate controls in each room.
  • Video Game Console ...
    Wii in the Theater. Playstation, video games and large screen TV in one bedroom sitting area.
  • Video Games ...
    Wii player in the Theater.
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Satellite TV and cable throughout the house with a whole house music system with controls in most rooms, Flat screenTV in the master, gym and kitchen. Computer in the Theater.
  • VCR
  • Stereo
  • CD Player

Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio
  • Lanai / Gazebo ...
    Fully disappearing pocket doors on three sides open the house to roofed indoor/outdoor kitchens and living space with fireplace and sitting areas overseeing the beach entry infinity edge pool with waterfalls, grotto and swim up bar.

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome ...
    The house is definitely kid friendly, but the pool is huge and not gated.
  • non smoking only ...
    Smoking is permitted outside, but NEVER in the house.

Pool / Spa:
  • jetted tub ...
    Air jetted tub in the Master suite.
  • Sauna ...
    Dry Swedish Sauna seats 8 comfortably with a wet sauna option.
  • Private Pool ...
    60,000 Gallon saline pool with grotto, beach entry, waterfalls, swim up bar, firepit, 40' luge slide, infinity edge and river.
  • Hot Tub ...
    Beautiful stone jetted jacuzzi overlooking the pool with mountain and ocean views seats 15+ comfortably.

Attractions:
  • botanical garden
  • cinemas
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • theme parks
  • water parks
  • arboretum
  • live theater
  • winery tours
  • zoo
  • health/beauty spa
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • gambling casinos
  • beachcombing
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • boating
  • shelling
  • shopping
  • shuffleboard
  • wildlife viewing
  • horseshoes
  • miniature golf
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing

Local Services & Businesses:
  • Babysitter
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snorkeling/diving
  • basketball court
  • sound/bay fishing
  • parasailing
  • racquetball
  • rock climbing
  • hot air ballooning
  • kayaking
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • paragliding
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • surfing
  • hiking
  • jet skiing
  • deepsea fishing

Notes: Entertaining dream with beautiful fully equipped gourmet Dacor kitchen with pocket doors fully opening to indoor/outdoor entertainment lanai with BBQ, Fireplace, Fire pit, 60,000 Gallon Saline Water Park with Grotto, Swim-up Bar, 12-15 person jacuzzi, river, 40' luge slide, infinity edge overlooking incredible mountain and ocean views, beach entry, waterfalls, pool shower, whole house music system with satellite radio or your IPOD, sound proof state of the art Blu-Ray theater with kitchen, seating for 12 with 8 fully reclining leather chairs with sound shakers, dvd and music library, meditation garden, library, full gym with wet and dry sauna, master suite with indoor/outdoor marble/stone shower, jetted tub, towel warmer, stunning 180 degree views from every room for spectacular sunrises & sunsets, 5 acre gated with courtyard, dark sky, no city lights or city noise yet only 35 minutes from downtown San Diego & Sea World or the Airport.

Reviews for this vacation estate rental in Rancho Santa Fe, California

Private Peaceful Luxurious Ocean View Resort Home
average rating of 4.888889 based on 9 reviews
business
Private Peaceful Luxurious Ocean View Resort Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p390601vb
760-586-6260
Rancho Santa Fe San Diego County
Fl.
5

MOST AWESOME EXPERIENCE

5 of 5
Submitted: January 31, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
12 lADIES TRAVELED FROM 4 STATES FOR A REUNION OF MOTHERS, SISTERS, DAUGHTERS, GRAND DAUGHTERS, NEICES, ETC. TO THIS FABULOUS HOME OUTSIDE SAN DIEGO. WHAT AN INCREDIBLE TIME WAS HAD BY ALL. WE COULD NOT HAVE ASKED FOR MORE FROM OUR OWNERS WHO WERE THERE FOR EVERY QUESTION AND HELP WE NEEDED. THE HOME WAS CLEAN, FURNISHED WONDERFULLY AND THE KITCHEN WAS SOOO WELL EQUIPPED. BEING A CHEF I COOKED MOST ALL DINNERS AND FOUND EVERYTHING I EVER NEEDED. QUITE COLD OUR FIRST FEW DAYS SO UNABLE TO USE THE BEAUTIFUL DECK AND POOL AREA UNTIL OUR LAST DAYS. SO CONVEINENT TO GROCERY STORE THAT ALBERTSONS KNEW US ALL BY FIRST NAMES WHEN WE STOPPED TO SAY GOODBYE. WOULD SO HIGHLY RECCOMMEND THIS HOME AS WE HAVE STAYED IN MANY VRBO AND THIS WAS OUR FAVORITE BY FAR. LYNDA AND FAMILY
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Lynda,
Thank you for the praise. We are so pleased that you enjoyed and appreciated Above The Clouds! I think when you design and build a
dream house and other people 'get it', it makes the experience of sharing it amazing for us! I love our kitchen and designed it for the way I like to cook. I am not a professional chef, so it is high praise coming from you! You ladies were wonderful! We hope you grace our home with your presence again someday!
Deb Smith
Helpful votes: 0/2
business
Private Peaceful Luxurious Ocean View Resort Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p390601vb
760-586-6260
Rancho Santa Fe San Diego County
San Diego, CA
5

A Wedding Dream Come True

5 of 5
Submitted: December 2, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
From the moment we saw the property on VRBO, we know this was exactly where we had to have our wedding. Deborah was extremely welcoming, kind, professional and so cooperative. She made this a very easy decision and a smooth process. Once we visited the property, we fell in love. Our families and guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful, peaceful and perfect the location and house was. We had our intimate ceremony and reception here. It felt surreal and made our dream come true. If you're looking for a property filled with peace, serenity and amazing energy, I highly recommend Above the Clouds. Thank you for making our special event that much more special!

Celinda & Tara
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/4
business
Private Peaceful Luxurious Ocean View Resort Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p390601vb
760-586-6260
Rancho Santa Fe San Diego County
Bay Area, California
5

Amazing Family Retreat!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 24, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
I want to thank you for having the vision to build such a beautiful, welcoming home. Your amazing home is a place meant for people to come together and share all the good in life, the weather, the warm breezes, the views, the music, and the water. These were the things we enjoyed the most, and your home was artistically and creatively built to embrace these simple pleasures. Although many in our group had travelled long distances and had never been to SD before, almost everyone stayed close to the “resort” and we just enjoyed each other’s company. That is truly a tribute to “Above the Clouds”. It is just what our family needed, after the loss of our matriarch. We came together, shared stories and memories, and treated ourselves in the surroundings.

We have many musicians in the family, so the piano didn’t get much rest. You may have heard one of ours practicing his french horn Sunday morning while a cousin accompanied him on piano. I was glad we were high up on the hill, so as not to disturb the neighbors. And although the theatre room was very, very cool, I was happy that we didn’t spend any time down there (it was too nice out!) and instead chose to spend that time in the pool or in the (massive) kitchen hanging out together. The satellite music was great!

Our family was honored and very grateful to stay at “Above the Clouds”.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Mary Jane,

Your family's experiences at Above The Clouds touch me!
Thank you for allowing Above The Clouds to be your 'container'!
We would love to welcome you back!

with great appreciation,
Deb Smith
Helpful votes: 0/1
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Private Peaceful Luxurious Ocean View Resort Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p390601vb
760-586-6260
Rancho Santa Fe San Diego County
La Quinta, CA
4

Maybe no elves, or forest, but very peaceful surroundings in a gorgeous home.

4 of 5
Submitted: September 14, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
If sitting on a patio overlooking tranquil water as the sun comes up over the hillside and the coastal fog slips back out to sea, sipping your coffee, watching two deer wander nearby as a rabbit checks out the flowering hillside, and a large quail family scampers around the pool, with only the gentle sound of a windchime mixing in the pristine silence - sounds good to you - then you have found the right place. Our family enjoyed their 16th annual family reunion at Above the Clouds this August, and the home provided everything we had hoped. The Smith's list dozens of wonderful things to do nearby, but our family never wanted to leave, except for trips to the grocery store nearby. With plenty of room for meals together, whether inside or out, when the wall of glass doors was opened up from the kitchen, the patio generally got the vote. Everyone was especially pleased to have their own private space in the ample bedrooms. The pool and spa area was like having the grounds of a plush hotel exclusively for us. The theater was a big hit, especially when the popcorn bowls showed up during a selected movie. And no television in other common areas was something they weren't used to, but they quickly learned it was a plus and gave them plenty of places to read, play games, and just take a nap. Whether a large group or small, you would have to feel pampered, rested, and happy if you were fortunate enough to spend time - Above the Clouds.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/3
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Private Peaceful Luxurious Ocean View Resort Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p390601vb
760-586-6260
Rancho Santa Fe San Diego County
Ventura, ca
5

Perfect getaway!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 4, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We had a family reunion and hosted a night of catered dinner, dancing and karaoke and had a wonderful time! There was plenty of space, we got some tower lights for the backyard, and everyone had a great night. The rest of the week was very relaxing utilizing the pool, the wonderful sound system, the workout room, etc. the owners were wonderful and the gift basket even included some socks and stuffed animals for our baby. This place made for a perfect vacation!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers
Helpful votes: 1/3
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