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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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25 Sept - 27 Sept
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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20 Nov - 22 Nov

Our top choices for El Cajon cottages

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1. Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden

Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden
Mount Helix
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We really enjoyed staying here. Clean and roomy and has everything you’d need. "
United States
Linda R.
The price is €354
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Mediterranean-inspired 1BR Guesthouse - Full Kitchen, Workspace & Garden
Terrace/patio

2. Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
Mid-City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"The place was as advertised. Comfortable and good privacy in an area that at first glance, didn’t seem like it would have any"
United States
Steve F.
The price is €263
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior

3. Mt. Nebo Oasis in La Mesa w/ Wraparound Deck

Mt. Nebo Oasis in La Mesa w/ Wraparound Deck
3.0 star property
Windsor Hills
The price is €640
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mt. Nebo Oasis in La Mesa w/ Wraparound Deck
Interior

4. Tiny Farmhouse Cottage with Loft - Drift Asleep by Stargazing through Skylight

Tiny Farmhouse Cottage with Loft - Drift Asleep by Stargazing through Skylight
Julian
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Amazing place, nice location near town, skylight is amazing"
United States
Maddie T.
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Tiny Farmhouse Cottage with Loft - Drift Asleep by Stargazing through Skylight
Exterior

5. Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!

Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!
Ocean Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Pet friendly property! All in all it was a good experience! "
United States
Mom
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Charming Cottage: 5-minute walk to beach!
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6. Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Old Town San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (299 reviews)
"Super cute, private little cottage in a great location. Loved the stay, very easy process and great host!"
United States
Ross
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Exterior

7. Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.

Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.
Escondido
The price is €271
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.
Exterior

8. Cozy and Quiet Tiny House Cottage with Skylight 2 Minutes from Main Street

Cozy and Quiet Tiny House Cottage with Skylight 2 Minutes from Main Street
Julian
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Nice clean, comfortable quiet little place in a good area close to Julian center. "
United States
Gerardo A.
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Cozy and Quiet Tiny House Cottage with Skylight 2 Minutes from Main Street
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9. Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck

Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck
Mission Beach
The price is €288
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Entire Cottage Steps from Beach and Bay with deck
Property grounds

10. Walkable Cottage Near Balboa Park w/ Yard & Grill!

Walkable Cottage Near Balboa Park w/ Yard & Grill!
South Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Having laundry and a kitchen made our trip so much easier than a hotel. Great spot to get to everything in San Diego."
United States
Heather M.
The price is €555
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Walkable Cottage Near Balboa Park w/ Yard & Grill!
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior

11. < 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape

< 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape
3.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Strategic location for beach, amusement parks and restaurants. Close to major freeways and airport. House has plenty of room across the three floors. Kids loved seeing the seaworld fireworks from the open air rooftop patio. This property has it all. Owner quickly addressed any of our questions and needs. "
United States
Thomas
The price is €663
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
< 2 Mi to Pacific Beach! Sunny San Diego Escape
House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

12. 2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly

2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
3.0 star property
Mission Beach
The price is €710
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
2BR Condo Steps to the Beach & Blvd-dog-friendly
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

8/10 Good
"Muy ameno el Ambiente familiar"
Dayan 1-night trip
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Handlery Hotel

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What is there to do in El Cajon near my cottage?
El Cajon has enough sights and experiences to keep you entertained for weeks, beginning with Shadow Mountain Community Church. Taylor Guitars, Superior Court East County Division and The Magnolia are other renowned attractions. If you're sticking around a while, Sycuan Casino and Parkway Plaza are nice finishing touches to your itinerary.