Century Rose Bed and Breakfast is located in downtown Escondido, a quaint and diverse community. We are just a short distance from the California Center for the Arts and wonderful dining experiences. Abundant antique stores and over 15 restaurants are within walking distance.
     Our bed and breakfast features three bedrooms that share a bathroom. The bathroom features an oversized shower and clawfoot bathtub. The rooms, named after roses grown in the garden, are decorated with a rose theme and furnished with antiques. Breakfast is served in the dining room complete with a fireplace. The orignal house was built in 1892. Bill and Nancy Benson purchased the house in the fall of 1992 and begun an extensive renovation of the property.
     Escondido is surrounded by many golf courses, including The Vineyard, a PGA course located three miles away. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is situated in the San Pasqual Valley just six miles to the east. Temecula, with its many wineries and antique stores is a half-hour drive north on the I-15 freeway. We are only 25 minutes from the Pacific Ocean and nearest beach (Oceanside) which is great for spending the day. If the desert is of interest to you, the Anza Borego Desert is a scenic 90-minute drive.  At an hour away, Julian, an old mining town offers that "small mountain town" feel and often has snow during the winter months. There are also a number of gambling casinos in the area and for shopping, Westfield Shopping Mall. One of the largest indoor shopping malls in California (please note: all pictures will enlarge if clicked on).

This 120 year-old gem is walking distance from downtown Escondido.

Plucked from the wrecking ball in 1992, Bill and Nancy Benson embarked on an epic restoration project to the now historic landmark Century Rose. Steeped in their knowledge of Bed and Breakfasts across the nation and their passion for period antiques this house will cast its charm on you. Set in Old Escondido, the surrounding area adds to the nostalgia. A short walk to downtown Escondido, it's easy to enjoy some shopping or a bite to eat in one of the many cafes and restaurants.

The front porch is set among the property's award winning rose collection and sitting on the swing is a great place to enioy the view.

The dining room is perfect for getting your day started with its soft light . Stained glass windows light the table. On your stay keep an eye out for hand painted frescos from a local artist, Lisa Mazzola.

Relax with a book in the Living Room. This brightly lit room, with it's high ceilings, gives an open air feeling.

Receive your guests in the Parlor for a walk to Downtown Escondido. This room is great for a quick chat before heading out.

A large skylight allows the morning sun to wake you for a morning walk around "Old Escondido". This room offers a queen sized bed.

This room has an overstuffed queen bed, allows early morning sun and offers a convenient antique desk.

This room, with its own fireplace, has an extra comfortable double bed cradled in an original 1890 sleigh bed frame. Its orientation offers lots of afternoon sun.

Relax in the clawfoot tub after a long day.

Three Rivers Stone sets the mood here for a refreshment and conversation before lunch.

Softly running water melts the cares of the day away in cozy chaise lounges by the waterfall.

All rooms are $85-100 per night plus a 10% room tax. Continential breakfast is included.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is 12:00 p.m. unless other arrangements are made.
The first night's deposit will hold your room.

Going South on I-5 from Los Angeles: Take the 78 freeway east in Oceanside (Escondido/Vista exit). Continue on the 78 to Centre City Parkway south to 5th Ave. Turn left on 5th Ave. and drive east four blocks to Broadway. Cross Broadway, 128 East 5th Ave. is half-way down the block on the left-hand side.

Going North on I-5 from San Diego: Take the Centre City Parkway turn off (one mile after you cross the Lake Hodges Bridge). Stay on Centre City Parkway until you get to 5th Ave. Turn right on 5th Ave. and drive east four blocks to Broadway. Cross Broadway, 128 East 5th Ave. is half-way down the block on the left-hand side.

Going South on I-15 from Temecula: Take the 78 freeway east. After you cross over the freeway take your first off-ramp (Centre City Parkway) south. Stay on Centre City Parkway until you come to 5th Ave. Turn left and drive east four blocks to Broadway. Cross Broadway, 128 East 5th Ave. is half-way down the block on the left-hand side.

Please note you must cross Broadway to be on East 5th Ave!