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Mystic Canyon Inn

95%

· El Cajon, San Diego, California

1 acre hosted by Barbara K.

4 lodging sites

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Our home is eclectic, country, relaxed and homey. We are conveniently located just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego and popular tourist attractions like Comic-Con, Balboa Park, the beautiful beaches and the world famous San Diego Zoo. 35 minutes east you will find beautiful Mount Laguna, Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Pacific Crest Trail access and the town of Julian. About an hour east brings you to the desert, where natural beauty and recreation abound. 13 miles away, Viejas Casino boasts a beautiful outlet center. 4 miles away, Sycuan has a casino with entertainment and the golf resort of Singing Hills. Come enjoy the slower pace of the San Diego backcountry. If you are in the mood for a massage, Barbara is a therapist with amazing healing hands. (Please arrange in advance of your visit to ensure availability.) If you are a hiker and need a guide, Randy is an experienced Pacific Crest Trail hiker, who will be happy to assist with drop-off and pick-up in the local mountains, or whatever your hiking/backpacking needs are. Bikers of all kinds, frequently go by on Harbison Canyon Road, which is part of a larger biking loop. So, hike, bike or drive yourself to our little haven and say goodbye to the hustle and bustle! We enjoy talking to our guests, finding out about where they live and providing information on the local area. We do work during the week, but are usually around on the weekends.

Activities

Hiking

Natural features

Desert

Canyon

Mountainous

95%

65 ratings · 57 reviews

Melissa G.recommends

August 30, 2024

Mystic Canyon Tipi Glamping for 2!

I loved the tipi! Barbara was a great host! Had all the amenities we needed. Would recommend this for the fun experience.

Julia E.recommends

August 17, 2024

Otzi’s Base Camp Barn

We had two great nights at Barbara’s place. The barn was clean and had everything we needed. The bathroom was clean and she also offered towels. We didn’t use the outdoor kitchen but it looked great and fully equipped. I didn’t try her homemade muffins and instant oats but it looked amazing and it’s a great gesture. We liked the layed back atmosphere and the fact that it was outside the city. We can recommend it 100%.

Roger W.recommends

August 9, 2024

Mystic Canyon Tipi Glamping for 2!

A unique place to stay in a Tipi!

Love the place has everything like home. Kitchen, bath and shower. Quiet and lots of small fun things to do. The Tipi is very hot in summer daytime. But will cool down at night. It's a very memorable experience. Very close to San Diego beaches and parks. We love the museums. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. Breakfasts are amazing. Thank you!

Nicole H.recommends

July 15, 2024

Canyon Hobbit House

Super beautiful, unique, and comfortable stay. So happy we found this hidden gem! Barbara and her husband have an awesome property and are amazing hosts. Highly recommend staying here! 😊

Michelle M.recommends

July 10, 2024

Canyon Hobbit House

Just book it!

10/10 would recommend to anyone who enjoys unique accommodations that are outdoorsy with the comforts of home. It's difficult to describe this property; It's not camping, but it's also not a BnB. There's a complete outdoor kitchen with full fridge, any type of cookware you need, tons of appliances, propane range, a community pantry, utensils and tableware, a full sink, etc. You likely don't need to bring anything except food, because Barbara has it all! The Hobbit House was perfect for my child and me. The full bed was comfortable with provided bedding a pillows. We loved the decor, especially the UV tapestries. The AC worked beautifully. I plan on returning to the Hobbit House with both my child and spouse. I hope to make this a new family tradition! We also got to spend time in the mini barn, as it was rented by my frelatives. The AC worked well in their room, and there was space on floor to play games and hang out. That room had a TV with a few streaming apps and a selection of DVDs. The property has numerous lounge areas and activities to enjoy. Barbara made the most delicious muffins and instant oatmeal each morning. Best instant oatmeal I've ever had! Also be aware that you will see critters (think friendly spiders, lizards, mosquitoes, bugs...). All normal creatures that are to be expected and embraced. The detail and thoughtfulness at Mystic Canyon are unmatched and appears that additions/improvements are constantly being made. Don't hesitate to stay here!

Shane D.recommends

July 8, 2024

Otzi’s Base Camp Barn

Great glamping for hot months

I brought my family here to stay in the barn and our family friends stayed in the Hobbit room. It has a great layout for joining up with friends with many shared spaces (kitchen, courtyard, star gazing balcony, workshop, etc). We enjoyed the muffins and oatmeal in the mornings. The a/c in the units made this a friendly spot for a hot summer camping trip in comfort. Bring earplugs because the window AC unit has to work hard to cool the small space making it a little noisy at night.

Location

El Cajon, San Diego, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Kumeyaay/Kumiais First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking