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Casa Grotto, Romantic Stone Cottage w/ Ocean Views
Perched 800ft above sea level with panoramic ocean views from La Jolla to Catalina Island, Casa Grotto is a unique stone studio carved into the ocean view hillside of Lake San Marcos . Built in the 80's using stone from the mountain, the space was updated this year with modern touches—featuring a rock shower, full kitchen, AC, and gym. Just 20 minutes from the beach, it’s a dreamy escape for surfers, hikers, and couples looking for a romantic getaway. No pets—our two friendly boxers live on-site

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.

Guest Suite in Quiet Area with Washer Dryer
1 bed 1 bath guest house with queen bed in nice neighborhood. Contemporary, cozy and quiet. With AC, free Wifi, kitchen, in unit washer/dryer. It’s a home away home for the travelers. Conveniently located in the center of San marcos. Less than .5 miles to Hwy78. Within walking distance to Palomar College. Close to all the amenities. 20 mins to beach, Legoland. Community has many walking trails with views. Small pet allowed with pet fee. One pet only. Weekly and longer term stay discount.

The Casita Vista/Epic Panoramic Views
Welcome to our stunning newly built Casita secluded on a 3-acre property in the hills of Vista, San Diego. With sprawling views of the surrounding mountains, Carlsbad city lights, and hot air balloons above Del Mar, the Casita is flooding with natural light. Enjoy European oak wood floors, marble countertops, custom south facing French doors for seamless indoor/outdoor living, central air, full-size washer/dryer and a fully stocked kitchen. Location is minutes from the Carlsbad beaches!

Strict No Parties, New Modern Clean Cozy Home
PLS READ. NO PARTIES/GATHERINGS/CELEBRATIONS/ETC. Max 4 ppl in home & NO pets. We appreciate your stay & respect our neighbors. We live next door, rules are enforced. We have two other rentals on property, expect other guests & possible street noise. New WiFi box installed in March, 2025. Works great! Bring detergent & cooking oil. Minimal basic cookware provided. Master has QUEEN bed, Guest has FULL. 2.5 miles - Cal State San Marcos 11 -13 - Lego Land, Beach 30 - SD Airport

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!

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.

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

*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!

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.
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When is the best time to visit San Marcos?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $161 CAD | $179 CAD | $175 CAD | $179 CAD | $185 CAD | $200 CAD | $217 CAD | $197 CAD | $179 CAD | $169 CAD | $181 CAD | $172 CAD |
| Avg. temp | 14 °C | 14 °C | 15 °C | 16 °C | 18 °C | 20 °C | 23 °C | 24 °C | 24 °C | 21 °C | 17 °C | 14 °C |
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San Marcos vacation rentals start at $28 CAD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
120 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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90 properties feature pools

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160 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
250 of San Marcos vacation rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Gym, BBQ grill, and Laptop-friendly workspace across San Marcos rentals

4.9 Average rating
San Marcos stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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