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Bailes Farm

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· Fallbrook, San Diego, California

80 acres hosted by Christopher B.

3 lodging sites

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One of the last remaining undeveloped parts of Southern California, De Luz Heights is located adjacent to the Cleveland National Forest, and the Santa Margarita River (just a few miles from the campsite). This 12-month flowing river is the only one in Southern California that has never been altered or dammed by humans, and features a state-managed hiking trail with many water holes along the way with clear, clean water to dip into. On my 80 acres, there are no major roads going through or next to the property. My land is 13 miles from the Pacific ocean and enjoys a relatively mild yearly climate. Giant boulders provide topographical relief and offer platforms from which to enjoy the view of the nearby Santa Margarita Mountains. The valley views are filled with olive and avocado groves, vineyards, and horse ranches. The Camp Pendleton Marine Corps base is nearby, so you might hear some artillery in the distance on some occasions. The campsite embraces all the comforts of "glamping": a hot shower, composting toilet, beds with sheets provided, gas grill with a stovetop, pots and pans, kitchenware, a sink, picnic table, shaded deck, sofa, lounge chairs, and propane fire pit. The basics are provided: toilet paper, paper towels, purified drinking water, towels, sheets, cooking oil, etc. Campers need to bring their own blankets. I've created a network of hiking trails for especially fit hikers looking for a more rigorous hike than the nearby Santa Margarita River Trail. My trails lead through creek beds, over boulders, through rocky crags, with views of the Pacific ocean on a clear day. Hikers on my trails need to wear proper hiking boots with good traction. Sections of my trails will require bouldering with hands and feet. Expect to have fatigued quadriceps, some scrapes, and a sweaty hat brim. The campsite is accessible with a two-wheel drive vehicle; I drive a Kia Forte out there regularly. However, some tips when driving a two-wheel drive car: when going uphill on a dirt road, try to keep some momentum of about 12-15 MPH. If you stop and try to start again, your tires will spin out. If that happens, just reverse down the hill, and try it again with more momentum.

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Chris is incredibly responsive and the site was absolutely lovely! I did have trouble getting to the site with the directions provided by Chris; however, by the time he send the message to me I had already lost service! Using the given information from Chris post booking and Google maps I was able to find the correct path by navigating to the ranch first then following the trail after zooming in. The dome thing was really comfortable! Only thing that was uncomfortable with me was how humid and stuffy it was but it was bearable since I was exhausted enough. I needed a refresher from just life so I went and spent a single night with my dog. We packed very light and enjoyed the stay. For a single person it was very roomy. With two people it's comfortable. If you got two kids and two adults it's fine. Add a dog and it's a bit crowded (assuming your dog is 60+ lbs. Mine is a wolfhound mix). Theres a creek nearby so you can hear all of the frogs, crickets and whatever creek animal out there singing at night. You'll also hear coyotes! Overall wonderful experience. I would suggest bringing an extra roll of toilet paper and shower slippers. They have all the kitchenware available if you want to use theirs! If you go for a solo trip and need some getting away, I would also suggest pre-downloading some calming music to add to the night. Also being bird seeds if you like to bird watch! They're so curious!

Location

Fallbrook, San Diego, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Payómkawichum (Luiseño) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Christopher B.Joined in September 2020

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