
Family-friendly holiday rentals in San Marcos
Find and book unique family-friendly homes on Airbnb
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in San Marcos
Guests agree: These family-friendly homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Country cottage 30 mins from San Diego beaches!
Relax in this 10 acre country getaway! Explore “LoveLeeAcres”. Enjoy kid friendly hikes to beautiful views, oak trees, swings, trampoline, hammock, seasonal above ground pool, kids zip line, chickens, a bunny & pig to hold & feed. We’ll send you off to the beach just 30 mins away with sand toys, boogie boards, chairs and umbrella, come home to the hot tub! 19 vineyard & wineries within 10 mls! Only 1 hour to Disneyland, Sea World, Legoland, Universal Studios, six flags, tide pools & much more!

Family friendly Mini-Ranch in Elfin Forest
Newly 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—horses, goats, and chickens—adding to the rustic charm.

Whimsical Vista Treehouse
The Whimsical Treehouse is filled with rustic charm. Built over a 2 year period & imaginatively constructed using a variety of woods, combining texture & visually pleasing creativity Cozy living room with a queen size sofa bed & seating for 4-6. The bedroom is an upstairs loft with full bed. Dining nook seats 4 Large deck picnic table & firepit Enjoy the Elm tree that shades the treehouse & beautiful backyard Savor the grassy yard, succulents & tree swing No Smoking, or Pets Wifi, heat, A/C

Chic Downtown Bedroom | 15 Min to Tamarack Beach!
✨ Prime Downtown Vista Location! ✨ Located in the heart of Vista, this charming space offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. ➔ Inviting Lounge Area ➔ Free WiFi & Self-Check-In ➔ Parking & EV Charging Outlet ➔ Convenient Kitchen Appliances ➔ Pet-friendly ➔ Breweries, Wineries, Restaurants & Theater steps away ➔ Wave Water Park & Beach/Legoland 8 miles away ➔ Sprinter Station & Vista Business Park 5 miles Experience the best of Vista—book your stay today and start exploring!

Entire Modern Tiny Home • Minutes from Downtown
Welcome to our Modern Tiny Home located in North County San Diego! Our tiny home is only 3 miles from Downtown Vista where you'll find amazing food and breweries. The closest beach is only 15-20 minutes away in Oceanside. Our tiny home provides a beautiful private space with all the essentials you need: Ac/heater, stovetop, microwave, small snacks provided, WI-FI, smart tv, refrigerator, french press, tea/coffee, iron, outdoor bonfire, private high fenced yard, and safe parking.

Private Garden Guesthouse 9 Miles from LegoLand
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 (1,00 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!

Country Getaway - Glamping & Friendly Farm Animals
🤠Adventure awaits on this ranch getaway, where the love of all things nature & animals is a must! This is a "hands on" farm experience. Stroll the property visiting the free range; 🐷🐐🐴🫏🐮, ostriches, ranch 🐶 & more! 🚜 We are a working ranch in collaboration w/ Right Layne Foundation. Many of our animals are, relinquished, adopted & rescued, we work closely w/ the IDD community to offer an outdoor reset. Come stay, explore & fall in love with the magic of ranch life!

Cozy Hilltop Garden Studio w/ City Views & Jacuzzi
Beautiful garden level basement studio on top of a hill overlooking the city (guest suite underneath main home). The studio features a separate, private entrance with captivating views of both the backyard garden and city skyline. Enjoy access to the backyard which includes a large deck and entertaining space as well as an outdoor fireplace & jacuzzi. Inside the studio is a large tv center with netflix, amazon, hulu and starz included in addition to high speed wifi.

Creekside Studio (private entrance)
Creekside Studio is a cozy, well equipped, private yet centrally located studio retreat in South Escondido. It is on a 1-acre, quiet cul-de-sac lot, attached to the main house (our residence), with it’s own private entrance. The studio has a small kitchenette (no stove), a queen size bed and a twin sleeper/couch and a bathroom with shower (no tub). Roku TV, free-WiFi keep you entertained or hang out on the deck with your coffee in a park-like setting.

Vineyard Retreat in North San Diego County
Fontaine Family Vineyards has a 2 person newly 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.

*Enjoy a Tiny Retreat in Vista/San Marcos*
We are excited to share our recently completed tiny home with amazing guests like you! It’s a small space but has the essentials. -15 minutes to the beach or Legoland. -Outdoor patio. -Free parking. -Private. -Wifi. -24” TV for viewing your favorite streaming account. -AC/Heat -Shower -Microwave, hot plate, and countertop oven. -Keurig and coffee provided. -Fridge/freezer. -Basic dishes, pots, and supplies.

Beautiful Private Guest Suite
Private guest suite in the heart of Vista! Enjoy your own entrance, cozy sleeping space, and kitchenette for light cooking. Relax on the patio, stream your favorite shows, and stay connected with fast Wi-Fi. Perfectly located near breweries, restaurants, and just a short drive to Carlsbad beaches, Legoland, and San Diego. Pet-friendly with a $30 fee—bring your furry friend along for the adventure!
Popular amenities for San Marcos family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Spacious Gated Home: Spa & Mountain View

Posh Guest House ~ Pool, Spa, Pickleball & Tennis

Airstream Glamping!Jacuzzi, BBQ & Chill!

The Outside Inn at The Tipsy Goat Ranch

Enchanted Adobe Casita / Private Hot Tub

Epic Family Retreat | Hot Tub, Fire Pit | Legoland

Bamboo Lake House-Tropical paradise & LOTS OF FUN

Vintage Airstream w/ Farm Experience & Jacuzzi
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Detached, Small Private Studio, PET friendly!

North San Diego Serenity

Ocean/Lagoon View/New Luxury Casita /Walk To Beach

Coastal Retreat - AC, Pets OK, Close to everything

Sunset Chalet - Pickleball, Legoland & Beaches

Chateau de Marseille - Luxurious New Two Bedroom

The Peppertree Cottage

Welcome to Luna Bleu!
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Resort at La Costa Remodeled Condo - 1 Bdrm

Southern California Luxury in Quiet Neighborhood

Relaxing La Costa Condo

Private 1 BR Paradise retreat

Views To The Ocean* Peaceful Hillside Retreat

New & Lovely Guest House with Pool/Spa & Views!

Luxurious La Costa Condo!

1,000 SF Pool House on a Spacious Quiet Oasis Lot
Quick stats about holiday rentals that are family-friendly in San Marcos
Total rentals
110 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$70 NZD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
3.8K reviews
Pet-friendly rentals
40 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
40 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
80 properties have a dedicated workspace
Destinations to explore
- Southern California Holiday rentals
- Los Angeles Holiday rentals
- Stanton Holiday rentals
- Las Vegas Holiday rentals
- San Diego Holiday rentals
- Channel Islands of California Holiday rentals
- La Joya Holiday rentals
- Phoenix Holiday rentals
- Palm Springs Holiday rentals
- San Fernando Valley Holiday rentals
- Las Vegas Strip Holiday rentals
- Big Bear Lake Holiday rentals
- House rentals San Marcos
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer San Marcos
- Rentals with pools San Marcos
- Rentals with outdoor seating San Marcos
- Guesthouse rentals San Marcos
- Fitness-friendly rentals San Marcos
- Rentals with an EV charger San Marcos
- Beachfront rentals San Marcos
- Cottage rentals San Marcos
- Rentals with a fire pit San Marcos
- Rentals with a fireplace San Marcos
- Pet-friendly rentals San Marcos
- Rentals with beach access San Marcos
- Rentals with lake access San Marcos
- Apartment rentals San Marcos
- Rentals with a patio San Marcos
- Rentals with a hot tub San Marcos
- Family-friendly rentals San Diego County
- Family-friendly rentals California
- Family-friendly rentals United States
- Oceanside City Beach
- Torrey Pines State Beach
- Tijuana Beach
- Pacific Beach
- SeaWorld San Diego
- University of California San Diego
- LEGOLAND California
- Coronado Beach
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- San Clemente State Beach
- Balboa Park
- San Onofre Beach
- Pechanga Resort Casino
- Oceanside Harbor
- Coronado Shores Beach
- Belmont Park
- Liberty Station
- Black's Beach
- Moonlight Beach
- Sesame Place San Diego
- Salt Creek Beach
- Trestles Beach
- Law Street Beach
- 1000 Steps Beach