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An outdoor bar area with a rustic wooden counter, a sign reading "Wish you were beer," and a menu board displaying "Sweetened Black Tea" and "Fresh Lemonade."
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A room with a round table, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a bookshelf, and a window seat with a view of a field.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a staircase, and outdoor seating.
A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a sink, and a window.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102099 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Place, Julian Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Julian Historical Society
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagle and High Peak Mines
    ‪7 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Julian

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Julian, within a 15-minute drive of Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Julian Town Hall. .This vacation home is 28 mi (45 km) from Viejas Casino and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Eagle and High Peak Mines.
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What's nearby

  • Julian Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Julian Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eagle and High Peak Mines - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anza Borrego Desert State Park - 20 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Julian Pit Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to Downtown Julian, Shops, Dining, Festivals, Sleeps 10- Pet Friendly

The Heart of Julian

**MIDWEEK GETAWAY SPECIAL — SAVE 10%!**

Enjoy 10% off eligible midweek stays at The Heart of Julian, PLUS your choice of complimentary early check-in OR late checkout, subject to availability!

Explore Julian at a slower pace, enjoy fewer crowds, and make the most of your mountain getaway.

**Message us before booking for details and availability.**
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**Stay Together. Walk Everywhere. Experience Julian from the Heart of Town.**

Welcome to The Heart of Julian, your home away from home in historic Julian!

Stay together. Walk everywhere. Experience Julian from the heart of town.

The Heart of Julian is a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath vacation home designed for families and groups who want more than a place to sleep—they want a comfortable home base where everyone can stay together while enjoying Julian just steps from the front door.

With five queen beds and room for up to 10 guests, there’s space to gather, relax and make the weekend your own. Enjoy morning coffee on the balcony, dinner outdoors beneath the string lights, an evening around the gas fire pit, or a cozy night inside after a day exploring the mountains.

WHY THIS HOUSE
Because traveling together is better when you can actually stay together. Instead of separating your group among hotel rooms, THOJ gives you a full home with comfortable gathering spaces, four bedrooms, five queen beds, a well-equipped kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining, wet bar, gazebo and multiple places to unwind.

And yes—dogs are welcome, too.

WHY THIS LOCATION
Because in Julian, location changes the entire experience.

The Heart of Julian is approximately two blocks from historic Main Street, putting shops, restaurants, bakeries, tasting rooms, seasonal celebrations and many of Julian’s most popular attractions within an easy walk.

Park the car. Settle in. Then experience town on foot.

Spend the morning exploring Julian, head out for hiking or a mountain adventure in the afternoon, and return home without giving up the convenience of being right in town.

WHY BOOK WITH US
Because a great stay is about more than the house.

The Heart of Julian is independently hosted and professionally managed with clear communication, thoughtful guest information and the little details that make arriving somewhere unfamiliar feel easy. We’ve welcomed guests to Julian for years and are proud of the hundreds of five-star reviews our hospitality has earned across our businesses and booking platforms.

You’ll know what to expect before you arrive, how to reach us when you need us, and how to make the most of your time in Julian.

THE HOME

• 4 bedrooms
• 5 queen beds
• Sleeps up to 10 guests
• 2 full bathrooms
• Full kitchen
• Spacious living and gathering areas
• Wet bar
• 65" living-room TV
• Balcony
• Outdoor dining and BBQ
• Gazebo with gas fire pit
• String-lit outdoor spaces
• Wi-Fi
• Dog friendly

Whether you're coming for a family getaway, birthday, anniversary, reunion, romantic mountain weekend, holiday tradition or simply a few days away, The Heart of Julian gives you something increasingly difficult to find in town:

Room for everyone—and Julian right outside your door.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as cooking classes.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 25 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a lake
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Cooking classes
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,099 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
🗑️ Trash & Recycling Dispose of all trash in the outdoor bins near the garage. Place recyclable items (plastic, cans, glass) bagged on the balcony if recycle cans are full.
🛏️ Used Linens Leave all used towels in the laundry room downstairs. Beds can remain unmade – no need to strip them.
🐾 Pets If you brought a pet, ensure all waste is removed from the yard. Cleanup excessive fur.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Maximum 2 dogs, any size. $75 per dog per stay. Supervise pets, clean up waste, and prevent damage or excessive barking.
Quiet hours begin at 10 PM. No DJs, live bands, or amplified outdoor music. Please respect our neighbors and keep noise levels considerate.
Maximum 10 overnight guests. Visitors require host approval. The Gathering Room is not included and requires a separate reservation and fee.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Note from host: 2 dogs max, any size. $75 per dog, per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Walk Downtown Julian Sleeps Up 10 House
Walk Downtown Julian Sleeps Up 10
Walk Sleeps Up 10
Walk to Downtown Julian Sleeps Up to 10

Walk to Downtown Julian, Shops, Dining, Festivals, Sleeps 10- Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and well kept. This is an excellent venue for small wedding parties or family events. It was a place for our family to rest during a busy wedding weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful, clean, comfortable, and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Walk to town, great location and comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, close to town, clean, well stocked, good extras. Will return for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and great location

The house was great, big, clean, and comfortable. The location is a couple blocks walk to the main strip, perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an ideal property for our group of 9 attending a family wedding at a nearby ranch. We loved the front porch and spent some downtime just relaxing there between wedding events. The bedroom and bath layout worked for us. We didn't cook, but it was a two block walk to some excellent local restaurants for breakfast. We loved both the Miner's diner and the Purple Owl cafe. There are a number of cute shops as well and the entire town is an easy walk from the house. Overall a great stay and the house manager was very responsive, answering a couple of questions we had during our stay very promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious and comfortable! Room for all with tons of private and together spaces. Clean with all the necessities and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Get away

The House was Beautiful, Clean and a Great Place to Visit, Close to town, within walking distance of Stores, Restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Overall great home. Very close to Main Street. Walked several times back and forth.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful accommodations for our stay!

Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in the Heart of Julian

Great central location, no need for car once there. Super clean, well stocked, lots of space, we will come again, hopefully soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place to stay. Plenty of room for gathering.

Lovely house. Everything you need to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wedding

We gathered as a family for a family wedding. Location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This is a lovely property with comfortable beds and everything you need for a great vacation. Right in town for walking to restaurants, shopping, or the mine. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Julian getaway

The home was very clean, great location near downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and cozy

Perfect home to spend time with friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had such an amazing time. Everyone had plenty of space and we loved being able to walk to town. Home felt cozy and everyone said how comfortable the beds were.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Julian Overnight

A lovely home in an excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family event

We went to Julian for a family wedding. Great house, walking distance to Main Street and all the shops. Clean house, very comfortable to stay, outdoor patio was perfect for morning coffee. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th Birthday

The house was lovely lots of space and so close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family home

Great home if no mobility issues. Outside stairs are very steep and inside stairs are large. Outside area is great for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house!

Went up to Julian to watch the Perseid Comet shower. 3 couples of old friends got together and had a wonderful time at this beautiful house. It had everything we needed and more. Communication with the owner was great. Couldn’t be happier and we would love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Julian getaway

House is beautiful and well maintained. It’s close to town & the gold mine is very close. We truly enjoyed the “hometown” parade on Independence Day, great fun! Thank you for the opportunity to stay in Julian for a few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice house. Lots of Stairs.

Beautiful property. Main bedroom with bathroom downstairs. Kitchen and everything else upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dinner Party

The property is as depicted in the photos. It was very nice and clean, with an amazing outdoor area for entertaining guests. The hosts charged us a 250 fee for hosting a dinner party, for which they provided 4 round tables and 32 chairs for our use.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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