Private Koi Pond Retreat | 3,000 sq ft Outdoor Nature Escape | Two 1st Floor Separate-Building Sleeping Quarters |
Welcome to your own secluded nature retreat on a peaceful cul-de-sac minutes from Downtown Fullerton.
The serene backyard oasis is part of a 1/4 acre residence in beautiful Orange County, only 4-5 miles from Disneyland & Knott’s, dining & shops—yet still private, and immersed in nature.
This unique stay offers 3,000 sq ft of private outdoor living, 2 colorful koi ponds, new outdoor kitchen & dining, hot soak tub* & 2 fire pits in a villa-style backyard designed for relaxation, play, and unforgettable evenings.
You’ll enjoy exclusive use of the entire rear part of the property, including 2 private, separate-building, sleeping units: a Master Suite with New En Suite Bathroom and a Cozy Casita Cottage—perfect for couples, small families or friends.
✨ What Makes This Stay Special
Expansive Private Outdoors — yours to explore!
⛲️ 2 Large Koi Ponds (koi food provided).
🛌 2 SEPARATE Sleeping Units (3+1 guest)
☕️New Outdoor Kitchen & Dining areas.
🫧Hot Soak Tub* under a large canopy ($100-$125/stay fee for setup).
🔥2 Fire Pits (wood & s’mores included).
⛳️ Portable Mini-Golf, Electronic Darts, & Cornhole
⚡️ Free FAST Fiber WiFi.
🐊 Life-size Fiberglass Crocodile, “Norman” (Peter Pan’s Tick-Tock/Hook)
💡 Outdoor Lighting & Water Features.
🍴Picnic table, patio bar & outdoor lounge areas.
⛲️ The Experience 🐠
Step outside the Master Suite under the Veranda to enjoy coffee or tea at the patio bar or make your favorite breakfast in the new outdoor kitchen.
Wake up to sounds of flowing water, feed the koi, play games & gather around the fire pits for s’mores and conversation.
Feed the Koi fish and take pics by “Norman” (Peter Pan’s Tick-Tock), our life-size fiberglass Crocodile 🐊 Pond Guardian… and don’t miss Hook’s hook!
In the back of the land, about 100 ft from the Master Suite, you’ll find a tucked-away dining area & brick fire pit through the cape honeysuckle, perfect for stargazing and roasting marshmallows.
🍽️ Covered Outdoor Kitchen
Full-size Residential Fridge/Freezer
36” Built-in Japanese Teppanyaki-style propane Grill/Griddle
5-burner propane BBQ
2-burner electric cooktop & griddle
Microwave, 2 Keurigs, blender, toaster
Large stainless sink w/ sprayer
Quartz prep countertops, bar seating & white shaker cabinetry
Cookware, dishes, utensils, breakfast essentials & complimentary snacks.
You’re welcome to enjoy any of the stocked food/drinks during your stay.
🛏️ Sleeping Quarters (2 Separate-Building Units)
✦ Master Suite with En Suite Bathroom (~260 sft) *No Pets Allowed in this room.
Sleeps 3 Adults, Queen + XL Twin. *To sleep 4 adults, Request full size futon PRIOR to check-in to replace twin bed.
🛌 New Queen hybrid mattress (semi-firm) with 3” memory gel topper.
🛌 XL Twin Daybed
- Sliding glass doors with garden views
- 36” Roku TV & Fast Fiber WiFi
- Wood-burning fireplace & hearth seating
- Soft white towels, linens & extra blankets.
Closet, dresser, USB lamps & extra linens
Well-insulated (heater/fans in room)
✦ En Suite Bathroom (new)
New Glass Door Shower/Tub with Dual shower head/sprayer
New Toilet
Quartz vanity sink & lots of mirrors
Bright lighting, hair dryer, variety of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, toiletries, first aid kit, q-tips, flossers & more.
✦ Cozy Casita Cottage (~100 sq ft). Sleeps 1 person - No bathroom, 30 ft walk outdoors to Master Bathroom.
New velvet futon (44” wide x72” long) Twin memory foam topper.
Plush pillows & extra linens
6-ft French glass doors with outdoor view
32” Fire TV & Fiber WiFi
Ethan Allen armoire & linen storage
Mini fridge (turned on by request)
Wall AC unit/heater/fans. Well-insulated.
🎯 Games & Entertainment
Portable Mini-golf ⛳️ | Electronic Darts 🎯 | Cornhole | Jenga | Board & Card games | puzzles 🧩 | Dominoes.
🐠 FEED THE KOI FISH: koi fish food is provided in the kitchen. Only feed each pond a small handful per day or use the cup provided as a guideline.
📍 Walkable & Nearby
🚶 5–10 Minute Walk
Grocery, bakery, panadería
Mexican kitchen, Asian bistro, sushi
Coffee shops, donuts, bagels
Salons, laundromat, Enterprise
Muckenthaler Cultural Center & Theater.
🚗 Nearby Highlights
1 mile: Downtown Fullerton, train station, parks & shops.
2 miles: Laguna Lake Park.
3–4 miles: Brea Mall & The Source.
5 miles: DISNEYLAND, California Adventure, Knott’s, Soak City & Medieval Times, Anaheim Convention Ctr.
6-8 miles: Anaheim Conv Ctr, Honda Center, Angel Stadium, Outlets at Orange.
11 miles: Los Alamitos Racetrack & Hawaiian Gardens Casino
25 miles: Aquarium of the Pacific & The Historic Queen Mary, Long Beach.
✈️ Airports
17 miles: SNA & LGB
27 miles: LAX
🅿️ Parking
Free street parking on a quiet, family-friendly cul-de-sac
🕓 Check-In / Check-Out
Check-in: 4 PM
(Early check-in by request, if available)
Check-out: 11 AM
(Late checkout typically not available)
♨️ *Hot Soak Tub (Optional Add-On*)
Soaking & lights only (no jets)
$100–$125 fee per stay
Minimum 3 night stay
Must be paid 7 days prior to check-in.
Non-refundable regardless of weather or use. No use during rain or lightning.
Best seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall.
🌿 Best For:
🐠Couples & small families/groups
Nature lovers & outdoor gatherings
🦋 Guests seeking privacy, character & versatility, entertaining, glamping, Tiny House experience.
🐊Travelers seeking unique stays near major attractions.
Enjoy a rare blend of privacy, nature, and location.
Every booking helps us continue to improve and add amenities—we truly appreciate you choosing our big little oasis as your home away from home.
✦ IMPORTANT INFO & HOUSE RULES
This is a partial home rental.
The front house has residents.
YOUR SPACE is private, not shared. Master Suite has a shared wall, low/seldom noise. You may see people when passing thru front yard.
Neighborhood noises are typical, there is a busy street behind the property but no access in/out (separated by Brea Creek, our moat ;) The only entrance to lodging is side gate in front of property. Privacy fences all around, no neighbor views in back.
- NO STAYS OVER 6 NIGHTS ALLOWED. Do not book without contacting host first if you plan to stay over 6 nights.
- PETS & CHILDREN are not advised to visit & must be supervised at ALL TIMES due to unfenced ponds.
- NO PETS allowed in Master Suite.
- DO NOT ENTER OR LOITER NEAR NEIGHBORS PROPERTY. Please respect our neighbors privacy. Wait for uber or food behind entry gate.
- Meet FOOD DELIVERIES outside; do not deliver to home’s front door.
- QUIET HOURS: 10 PM – 8 AM.
- NO HOT TUB OR FIRE PITS AFTER MIDNIGHT.
- NO SMOKING. Smoking not permitted anywhere on property, including front of property.
- Booking guest will be charged minimum $250 remediation fee for any guest smoking on property.
- Under no circumstances is smoking or vaping allowed in bedrooms.
ALCOHOL RULES
- No alcohol indoors under any condition.
- NO Unauthorized parties, events or guests. All guests/events must be approved by host PRIOR to check-in. *Events & guest fees.
- Booking guest must notify hosts of every guests’ age at time of booking. - Underage drinking is strictly prohibited. Hosts may check all guests ID’s for legal ages.
- Responsible consumption only.
- No excessive alcohol consumption.
- No rowdy, reckless or belligerent behavior.
- Hosts will cease all services to any guest/visitor that violates these rules or exhibits these behaviors.
- Violating guests/visitors will be told to vacate premises immediately, law enforcement called & booking guest fined a minimum $250 remediation fee.
- Violators will be charged with trespassing & removed by law enforcement.
The property has 7 EXTERIOR CAMERAS that operate 24/7 for security & ensuring house rules are followed.
- YOU ARE REQUIRED to notify host of any & all guests or visitors entering property. Anyone entering property at anytime must be approved PRIOR TO check-in. A visitor is any person that is on the property who is known by the Guest or their party, for any amount of time or task, even to drop off luggage. If rule is violated, Booking Guest will be charged $250 remediation fee or $50 per person, whichever is more.
Events may only be allowed with prior host approval & are subject to fees.
MAXIMUM STAY: 6 nights.
No mail services available
Guests are not to enter restricted areas.
✦ Mandatory Safety Notice
This property contains unfenced koi ponds and unpaved walkways. By booking, guests acknowledge the inherent risks associated with water features and agree to assume full responsibility for themselves and their party, including children. Booking constitutes acceptance of the property’s liability waiver.
LIABILITY WAIVER:
You, the Guest, understand that staying at this property with unfenced ponds is at your own risk and that physical risks may be involved being near or around these bodies of water. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from tripping or falling or otherwise injuring yourself on the property and agree to hold owner harmless. You understand the potential dangers on the property that may be present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person if a person has health risks, or is injured while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication. You agree to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents you may incur during your stay on the property. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising use of this property. All Guests in your party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that booking constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Guests and Host.
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