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.

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.

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 Retreat /2BR near San Diego Beaches

The perfect spot for family and friends to gather, relax, and make memories. Sip coffee in the morning, meditate or yoga in the garden 🪴 , relax in the hammock after a day at the beach, or enjoy dinners under twinkling lights in the evening. Pet and family friendly, with thoughtful touches to make your stay effortless. Just minutes from San Diego zoo safari, Legoland, Carlsbad, and Encinitas ☀️ plus beaches, downtown shopping, dining, and fun. Your San Diego getaway starts here!

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!

Glamping Getaway With 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!

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.

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

1962 Vintage Airstream at WW mini Ranch

Wishing Well Mini Ranch is a peaceful two-acre property with a few unique vintage homes and friendly farm animals. The Airstream is a private, well-equipped trailer with a bathroom, kitchen, one full and one twin bed, Wi-Fi, and indoor/outdoor hot shower. Enjoy your own outdoor seating area and the quiet presence of goats, chickens, and horses. Best suited for calm, respectful guests who enjoy nature, privacy, and a relaxed ranch setting.

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.

Studio near San Diego attraction with amazing view

Cozy studio attached to a house on a gated property located on the highest point in a nice and safe neighborhood. Studio has its own private entry, parking, gazebo, no shared amenities. You will enjoy a peaceful and family friendly location with all the best park, trails, beaches and attractions in San Diego