Family-friendly holiday rentals in San Marcos

Hilltop cabin retreat with lake & mountain views

Rustic hilltop cabin overlooking Lake Hodges. Surrounded by open canyons & mountains, you will feel like you're a million miles away from everything as you take in the views from the cabin, deck or the outside shower, swim in the saltwater pool, or relax by the fire bowl. A short walk to lake with boating, fishing & miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Property offers swimming pool, fire bowl, and shaded arbor. SD Zoo Safari Park, wineries, breweries, & ocean beaches all within easy reach.

Hidden gem studio!- ideal location, private entry

You’ll love this peaceful and centrally-located space, minutes from the heart of Vista’s bustling restaurant & microbrewery scene (5 min away) and the beaches of Oceanside and Carlsbad (15 min away). This one room attached studio has its own entrance, private bathroom, queen sized bed, full refrigerator, kitchen essentials (including toaster and microwave), TV with streaming capabilities, and original wood burning stove! Surrounded by trees and chirping birds, there’s no place better in Vista!

Family friendly Mini-Ranch in Elfin Forest

Updated studio flat nestled in the enchanted Elfin Forest of San Diego County, a short drive from Encinitas and Carlsbad beaches. This cozy flat offers easy access to miles of scenic trails perfect for hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy stunning views from every window in this large studio flat, featuring a kitchen, bathroom with stall shower, Amazon Fire TV, WiFi, and convenient parking. Step outside to see friendly farm animals- mini horses, goats, and chickens, adding to the rustic charm.

Winterwarm Cottage and wine tasting!

Winterwarm Cottage is the guest house of my rustic mini-farm. It offers a cozy, comfortable getaway and a chance to meet and mingle with a variety of friendly farm animals . Centrally located between the beaches and Temecula Wine Country, both an easy 30 minute drive away, and right around the corner from the Fallbrook Winery. Included in your stay of 3 days or more can be a complimentary wine tasting at the beautiful Fallbrook Winery, ($40 value) or with a 2 day stay, a 2 for 1 tasting.

Buena Creek Vista | Main House • Subdivided • Pool

Enjoy this private 1,050 sq ft 2BR/2BA lower-level suite on our secluded 1-acre hillside estate in San Marcos. Features a private patio with beautiful mountain views, renovated bathrooms, a convenient kitchenette, and an in-unit laundry room (no living room). Hosts live upstairs (the home pictured is sub divided entirely with no shared living spaces). The saltwater pool and spa are shared with the detached guest house 100 ft away, which can also be rented separately (inquire with hosts)

Spacious 1BD Casita - Sleeps 6 - Kitchen - Laundry

Private garden guest house 9 miles from the beach and LegoLand. Take a step inside your own personal oasis. Separate entrance, very private guest house (1,000 Square feet) Very peaceful and quiet family neighborhood- sleeps up to 5/6 guests comfortably. Solar lighting throughout garden and drought resistant landscaping. Located on a quite culde-sac street perfect for easy access parking and safe for families to stay. You own private garden and entrance. Bring the whole family!

Private Casita | Direct Access to Miles of Trails

Welcome to our cozy Casita surrounded by lemon groves, tropical vegetation, and panoramic views of rolling hills. Nestled in the ideal location in Elfin Forest, close to everything but secluded enough for relaxing, quiet time and privacy. Step outside and you are right on the trails connecting you to miles of scenic hiking & biking in Elfin Forest. Just a stone’s throw to San Elijo’s village with breweries, shopping, and restaurants and only 10 miles to Encinitas’s beaches.

Lake House 1475 San Diego on the lake

Gorgeous San Diego lake resort, driving distance to the Ocean, 1.5 hours from Disneyland, 40 minutes from Sea World, 20 minutes from Wild Animal Park, 15 minutes from Legoland, 45 minutes from San Diego Zoo If you have a family this a great place to stay If you are a retired couple, this is a great place to stay If you are getting married and looking for an amazing place to have a wedding Lake San Marcos is a gorgeous venue and our house is very close to the resort

Vineyard Retreat in North San Diego County

Fontaine Family Vineyards has a 2 person renovated suite with outdoor patio overlooking the vineyard, private entrance and easy parking, and enhanced cleaning protocol. The Guest Suite features a TV, fridge, kitchenette with microwave, toaster, coffee/tea, utencils, pots/pans, BBQ w/side burner, patio lounge area, all with views of vineyard. Enjoy a walk in the vineyard with a hot cup of coffee. Short drive (<10 mile) to beaches and shopping.

New Tranquil Barn Retreat on a Peaceful Half Acre

The Buena Vista barn is a clean, quiet, and upgraded detached barn in Vista with everything you need for a peaceful and comfortable stay! Only 10 minutes to downtown Vista, you'll find great restaurants, breweries, shops, and a movie theater. Points of interest: • Downtown Vista: 10 minutes • Cal State San Marcos: 15-17 minutes • Beach: 20 minutes • Legoland: 22 minutes • Temecula and Wine Tasting: 30-40 minutes • Sea World: 47 minutes

La Casita | Spacious & Styled 250sf Tiny Home

Welcome to La Casita! My incredibly modern, and captivating Tiny Home! At a full 250 square feet, you'll enjoy the regular luxuries of a full-size home without sacrificing comfort. A minimalist dream! Plus, you're just a short 10 minutes from the nearest beach! Working from home, or taking a romantic getaway, or maybe on work assignment? Whatever the need, La Casita will be sure to leave you with a unforgettable Tiny Home experience!

Cozy Hilltop Garden Studio w/ City Views & Jacuzzi

Cozy garden level basement studio on top of a hill overlooking city (guest suite under main home). Features a separate, private entrance with captivating views of backyard garden & city skyline. Enjoy access to the backyard with large deck and outdoor fireplace & jacuzzi. Inside the studio is a large tv center with netflix, amazon, hulu and starz included & high-speed wifi.