5 acres hosted by Elizabeth V.
1 RV site
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
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97% Recommend35 ratings · 31 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Elizabeth is great
10 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
As Elizabeth stated the incline was steep but nothing the truck and camper couldn't handle. It was nice and quiet. For the most part it felt private. A downside was that the sap that got all over the truck from the tree near by but we can easily wash that off. I liked that Elizabeth was encouraging us to get out and find the whales and dolphins even though we didn't see any. She was still very encouraging. She was happy enough to put her dog in knowing we have one too. I would recommend this if you like someone who let's you do your own thing and doesn't bother you.
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Lexi Z.
2 reviews
Perfect hideaway to camp while I was there for a wedding weekend. The hosts were great and communicative, really grateful for the stay and would definitely stay there again if the local campgrounds were full!
Susanna P.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· June 2023
20 ft campervan · With kids ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Great little spot in the city. Very secluded. Awesome communication!
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Zeb S.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· June 2023
12 ft campervan ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Awesome spot! Elizabeth was easy to communicate with and the directions were perfect. I'd love to stay again!
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Dave G.
4 reviews
Very satisfactory first hipcamp experience. This spot would be perfect for anyone travelling through and not wanting to spend 4x the amount on a hotel. Close to everything you need, no amenities but pet friendly and we are self-contained, so it was perfect.
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Susan C.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· December 2022
21 ft Class B ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Incredible spot. Lovely host. Would definitely recommend
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Adam M.
2 reviews
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· December 2022
20 ft Class B · With pets ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
We enjoyed the peaceful location so close to everything. It didn’t feel like we were in the middle of the city!
Christopher L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2022
20 ft car · Group trip ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Great spot to camp, the property is awesome!
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Clifton B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2022
Nice spot close to SD
20 ft campervan · Group trip ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Dry camping at Elizabeth's was nice.
Communicative host.
Level spot for our 2 truck campers side by side.
Only issue was the WiFi was in and out and up towards the house.
I'd stay again if I were in San Diego.
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Ian N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
15 ft campervan ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Stayed 2 times, very quiet and saveplace, highly recommend
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Pavel K.
2 reviews
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· August 2022
15 ft campervan ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Good
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Pavel K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
Beautiful and peaceful
Ryan W.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· August 2022
I absolutely love staying at The Ranch ….. close to everything …. Yet serene and peaceful
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Mohammed H.
8 reviews
Mixed feelings
· August 2022
it was quaint and cozy
15 ft RV · Group trip ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
it was quaint and cozy but lotsa neighbors in close proximity… wish the site was closer by the rocks and away from everybody!! anyways for an overbite and pitching my rooftop tent it was fine….
Neeko A.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2022
20 ft campervan ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Nice private natural setting.
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Richard T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Elizabeth’s place is great .close to highways and places to eat .
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Mohammed H.
8 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Nice location close to San Diego
20 ft Class B ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Lovely location, felt pretty private. For those traveling in a camper van or small RV, you can fit on the camping pad, but it is a steep little hill to get down to it.
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Coco D.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2022
16 ft campervan · Group trip ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Quiet spot, beautiful location! Close to everything but feels like worlds away. Loved it!
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Tina S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· April 2022
13 ft travel trailer ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
We loved camping in our Escape 17' travel trailer on Elizabeth's property. It was a tight squeeze to get the trailer into the camping spot because of the slope of the road and the abrupt change to level at the campsite spot but we made it. Once we had the trailer in place, we enjoyed privacy in a park like setting very close to San Diego. The property was ideal for us - it was close to shopping and the friend we wanted to visit, and to things we wanted to see in town. The property is fairly near to freeway traffic but this did not bother us. Thank you very much Elizabeth.
David L.
10 reviews
Great little spot away from the bustle of San Diego, yet only 25 minutes away from downtown SD and the beaches.
Easy to book and communicate with Elizabeth. Thank you!
Holger P.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2022
16 ft Class B ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
Cozy place near the city,. Private, quiet and easy in/out
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David H.
4 reviews
Recommends
· February 2022
Group trip ·
Ranch Blooms Tiny House
Charming little house. It was space efficient, and had lots of amenities. Host was very accommodating.
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Todd B.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2022
Excellent proximity to San Diego and La Jolla. Great setting too. Elizabeth went out of her way to accommodate us.
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Bruce S.
2 reviews
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· January 2022
Elizabeth was a friendly and responsive host and the camping pad was flat, quiet, and easy to find!
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Alexander B.
3 years on Hipcamp
Tucked away in the middle of town is a quiet ranch filled with succulents galore! This was a great, safe area to stay. Close enough to San Diego but far enough away for the massive amounts of people. It took us 20min to get anywhere we wanted to go. The host was accommodating to our trailer that didn’t fit the camping pad (best suited for a tent or a smaller than 18” camp trailer.)
Amber P.
4 years on Hipcamp
Great spot central to freeway within 2 mins. We have a sprinter van and are self contained. Despite being able to pull over and probably stay anywhere, I wanted a quiet, dark place to park for two nights. We were in town for a climbing competition that was 20 minutes away and still wanted access to San Diego area, but away from traffic. The camp spot is well marked and easily accessible for our 170inch sprinter van. The spot was flat, quiet, and same price if not cheaper than camping at an RV spot on the coast which is hard to book last minute. Booked this about 3 weeks ago and Elizabeth messaged to see if we had any questions or needed anything. We would definitely stay here again when passing through for our climbing competitions.
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Cresen S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2021
Nice RV spot maybe 150 yards from the ranch house.
Nights were quiet and starlit.
Elizabeth was friendly and helpful.
While there are no amenities like a State Park, you are NOT right next to another RV.
No issues whatsoever, but just a heads up:
There's a few foot elevation change between the main driveway and the site, but its over only about 6 feet or so wide. No problem for our van. But might be for a trailer with a low hitch?
Jj S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2021
Group trip ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
This spot was great! Santee is a great town and very easy to get to San Diego from here. Would definitely recommend this hidden gem!
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Samone C.
4 reviews
This is such a hidden gem! 100% recommend. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful. She even supplied two packs of coffee and a French press which was awesome. I wanted to extend my stay! Will definitely be coming back. Amazing spot!
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Joey H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2021
Group trip ·
The Ranch Retreat- central location
This spot is a little hidden gem among the busy southern cali vibe! Elizabeth is super communicative and happy to accommodate our late arrival as well! The site is big enough for a car and tent- my boyfriend and I have a roof top tent that also fit perfectly! Only 20 minutes outside of the city and an easy in and out site!! Definitely recommend.
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Alex D.
3 years on Hipcamp
Location
Santee, San Diego, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Elizabeth V.
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