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Hilltop Penthouse Cottage with Sweeping Views
Walk into the light and bright open-ceiling living room and prepare to be wowed by epic panoramic views of surrounding avocado groves, vineyards and valleys. Enjoy your morning coffee or sunset dinner along with the accompanying ‘top of the world’ sensation on your spacious panoramic view deck. This 950 sq. ft. 1-bedroom penthouse was completely updated in 2022 and is nestled atop a gated, 5-acre avocado grove in a climate sweet spot where you get to enjoy coastal breezes without marine layer.

Fully Remodeled near all Southern CA attractions!
Fully remodeled 5bd/2ba/3 car garage house in a quiet and family friendly neighborhood. This house offers new flooring, cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, bathrooms, new furniture, etc. Location is perfect, with quick access to highways, shopping and restaurants. Located under two miles from Cal State San Marcos, Paloma Jr College, Green Gables wedding and event venue. EZ drive to San Diego (and all of it's attractions), Carlsbad, Encinitas,Camp Pendleton, Disneyland

Private Estate with Hot Tub, 20 Minutes From Beach
Enjoy your own private oasis in the heart of all Southern California has to offer! Centrally located with less than a half hour to the beach, wild animal park, LEGO land, and wineries, this is the perfect home to enjoy time away with loved ones. Enjoy the ocean breeze in a large outdoor space complete with fruit trees, covered patio, expansive yard, a playground, and on clear days an ocean view! Please contact us with details for any parties or events and *read entire listing* PRIOR to booking!

Spacious Gated Home: Spa & Mountain View
This house is located in a peaceful neighborhood with mountain views, close to I-15, Escondido Mall, & Felicita Park. The guesthouse is attached to the MAIN home, but it has a private entrance with a private driveway and your own auto gate. It has an outdoor private spa, 1 closed and 1 open floor plan bedroom, patio, kitchen, walk-in closet with 1 bath. The facilities include fast WiFi, 75” 4KTV, cooktop, oven, microwave, refrigerator etc. 15 mins SD Safari & 30 mins to sea world or LEGOLAND

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, natural stone 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!

Epic Family Retreat | Hot Tub, Fire Pit | Legoland
After a full day at Legoland or the beach, Hearth is the place to kick back and recharge. Soak in the private hot tub while the kids giggle in the bunk room, light up the fire pit, serve dinner under string lights, and relax in king beds that feel like home. Just minutes from attractions but tucked into peaceful hills, this colorful retreat fits families, friends, and remote workers. Hearth is one of two separate units in the same building, each with a private entrance, spaces, and amenities.

Home with views close to all attractions San Diego
Escape to this peaceful hilltop retreat, perfectly tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a family-friendly neighborhood. Sweeping views, modern comfort, Top-notch amenities, and a central location makes it easy and enjoyable to explore Southern California . You’re just 2 minutes from I-15, 5 min to Green Gables Wedding Estate, Cal State San Marcos, and golf courses, parks and trails, 10 min to Stone Brewery, 30 min to Legoland, beaches, Downtown San Diego,Airport, Temecula wineries

Sunset Vista - near Beaches, Legoland, Great Views
Welcome to Sunset Vista! Experience the perfect blend of comfort and modern industrial style in Vista, CA. Enjoy breathtaking sunset views from the large private deck, ideal for outdoor living. Conveniently located near San Diego's beaches, Legoland, and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Sunset Vista is the perfect base camp for your San Diego adventures. Plus, you’re just a short walk from downtown Vista, where you'll discover great restaurants, breweries, and coffee shops. IG: @sunsetvistahouse

Quiet and private master suit 8 miles to beach
300 sq.ft. master suit with private yard end entrance, in a nice quiet residential area, centrally located in North county San Diego, 8 miles to the beach. The adjacent yard is spacious and serene, shaded with trees, surrounded by flowering plants and singing birds. All essentials provided; queen bed, kitchenette with a microwave and small fridge, Keurig coffee maker, tea kettle; 40" TV, DVD player, Netflix, WiFi; central A/C and a room fan; parking in a driveway; long term possible.

Bungalow w Hot Tub-Sauna-Cold Plunge
Charming 1940s bungalow just minutes from Carlsbad Village and the beach! This 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage on Highland Drive may small in size but is bursting with character and style. Ideal for wellness seekers, it features hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge. Just a block from Aqua Hedionda Lagoon offering a variety of water sports. If you’re searching for a cute, clean, and cozy space to call home during your visit to North County San Diego, you will be happy to have found this gem.

Lake San Marcos Gem
Enjoy the best of North County San Diego in this upgraded, dog-friendly 3BR/2BA home in peaceful Lake San Marcos. With a spacious kitchen, bonus bedroom/playroom, and a private fenced yard with a fire pit, this home is designed for comfort and relaxation. Walk to lake activities, golf, and waterfront dining, or take a quick drive to beaches, Legoland, and everything North County offers. Ideal for families, couples, golfers, and anyone seeking a quiet retreat close to it all.

Ocean View Home w/PrivateBalcony
Enjoy all that Carlsbad has to offer in this spacious, peaceful upstairs suite with an open floor plan, luxurious king bed and full kitchen. Experience gorgeous sunsets and an unobstructed view of the ocean from a private balcony. This suite is on a quiet cul-de-sac that is walking distance to restaurants, Starbucks and grocery plus a 5 minute drive to Carlsbad Village with shops, restaurants, Tamarack Beach and more! STVR #: 2025-156 BL/Permit #: BLRE013522-04-2023
Popular amenities for San Marcos house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Oceanside Outdoor Dream with pool , spa, and BBQ

La Jolla Beach House-Family Focused-3min to Beach

Stunning 5BR Resort w/ Game Room/Pool & Hot Tub!

Mountain Top Getaway w/ Pool & Hot tub

Secluded View Home •Saltwater Pool&Spa •Sleeps 10

Great Location Private Home Pool/BBQ/Firepit/Patio

Bamboo Lake House-Tropical paradise & LOTS OF FUN

Resort Style Home with Hot Jacuzzi & Relaxing Pool
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Stunning Private Resort with Pool

Spacious open floor with amazing Panoramic view

Strict No Parties, New Modern Clean Cozy Home

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Home with a view!

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Chefs paradise - Garden retreat on a 1/2 Acre!
Private house rentals

Gated Home W/ Pool & Hot Tub

3mi to Beach&Pier |A/C| Surfboards| Chefs Kitchen

Central crest 1 Bedroom Villa

Lovely Coastal Cottage near Carlsbad beaches

Welcome to the Vista Pug House!

The Esco Escape Home

Wellness Retreat w Luxurious Pool Spa & ColdPlunge

Cozy Modern cottage on 10 acres
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 | $192 AUD | $249 AUD | $209 AUD | $209 AUD | $232 AUD | $255 AUD | $295 AUD | $284 AUD | $267 AUD | $236 AUD | $249 AUD | $244 AUD |
| 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 holiday rentals start at $31 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Wi-Fi availability
160 of San Marcos holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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