
Guesthouse vacation rentals in San Marcos
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San Marcos vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ220 per night before taxes and fees

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Vacation rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
20 of San Marcos vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across San Marcos rentals

4.9 Average rating
San Marcos stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated guesthouse rentals in San Marcos
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Ocean/Lagoon View/New Luxury Casita /Walk To Beach
Newly constructed casita with all kitchen amenities; steam oven, microwave, coffee machine, Margarita maker, etc. One bedroom with king bed & sleeper sofa in living room. Washer/dryer. Walkin shower. Beach chairs, towels, palapa & cool chest. Impeccably clean. Path to small beach below casita. Panoramatic ocean view. Short drive to stores & large beaches, village restaurants etc. Water sports rental 1 block away. 1 car space. PETS:DOGS ONLY up to 50 lbs-fee $55. NO AGGRESIVE BREEDS.

Casita Sol Vista-Private Guest House w/King Bed
Welcome to Casita Sol Vista! Our elegant guest house is nestled in the lush hills of Vista, attached to a hilltop family estate. The interior boasts bohemian-inspired decor, a coastal boho bedroom with a luxurious king bed, and a single-size deluxe daybed. Amenities include, a full kitchen, HVAC and parking for one car. We are conveniently located 1.5 miles from downtown Vista and 9 miles from Carlsbad and Oceanside beaches. We invite you to experience a stylish vacation at Casita Sol Vista!

The Oceanside Bungalow
Nestled in the heart of our beautiful beach town, this little retreat was designed to be your home away from home. As you arrive, you’ll be greeted by your own private yard, complete with citrus and avocado trees perfect for slow mornings and relaxed evenings. • Nearest beach – just a 5 minute drive • Legoland – 12 minutes away • San Diego Zoo Safari Park – about 40 minutes • Downtown Oceanside – 5 minutes for coffee, restaurants, and the pier • Carlsbad Village – 10 minutes for shopping

Craftsman style 1-BR in Historic Old Escondido
Enjoy a relaxing visit to this recently built guest house in our backyard. We custom designed it in a historic style to complement our 1924 Craftsman home. Located just a few short blocks from Grand Avenue, we hope you'll walk downtown to discover the coffee shops, bars, restaurants, antique stores, and the always delicious Escogelato! This property is fully permitted by City of Escondido license 26521897, ensuring a legal and regulated short-term rental experience for our guests.

Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!
This 2 bedroom apartment has two queen beds, a full kitchen and laundry! With beautiful views all around, it is very close to the San Diego Safari Park, wine tasting (walking distance to 4 wineries) and several wedding venues. You’ll love the privacy and spaciousness, the fresh fruit and farm animals, and the tranquility of the place, while being only 4.5 miles off the freeway. This space is excellent for couples, business travelers, small groups, solo adventurers, and families.

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.

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! Early Check In is available upon request :)

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

Casita in the Vineyard. Privacy & Beauty combine.
Enjoy our newly updated resort-style Casita with hot tub, propane fire pit, and shaded pagoda. This tranquil and private getaway has a full kitchen, bath and laundry facilities and is only 7 minutes from the San Diego Safari Park. Numerous vineyards in the popular “Highland Valley Wine Country”, some with live music and food, are within a 2 mile radius. Only 4 miles from Highway 15. See the stars, hear nature and relax.

Private Casita on 6-Acres with VIEWS
Amazing views! Get away from it all. Private guest house on a 6-acre avocado grove with a separate driveway and access. Enjoy being surrounded by nature. Gaze at the breathtaking views while sipping on your morning coffee or evening wine. BBQ in the afternoons and sit around the firepit table on the deck for the ultimate relaxing getaway. Have fun with family and friends playing ping-pong, air hockey, cornhole and more!

Bluebird Cottage a French Country Retreat
Leave all the cares of the world behind and come join us for a stay in our little french country cottage. Its a bit of a fairytale come true. Enjoy the slow, deliberate pace of life the french embrace. With an artful balance between earthy and chic, French country infuses our cottage with incomparable warmth and welcome. This place is like a tiny home with a lot of character and the climate in Vista is wonderful.
Popular amenities for San Marcos guesthouse rentals
Family-friendly guest house rentals

Private Family Friendly Casita/Guesthouse

The Flying Mermaid

Coastal Studio Guesthouse

Modern mountain guest house. Incredible views

Beach Rock Retreat - Private Encinitas Guesthouse

North San Diego Serenity

Private Carlsbad lagoon getaway. Stunning escape.

Villa Fallbrook - Elegant. Quiet. Relaxing. Calm
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Coastal Casita - Your Rad Cali Getaway

Private casita in the country. Casita dos Robles

The Casita at Casa de Art

Ocean Blue Vista One-Bedroom Private Guest House

Secluded Casita in Wine Region

Moonrise Cottage at Buena Terra Lavender Farm

Fallbrook Treehouse on quiet Bluff. Wifi & Parking

Central studio w/ private outdoor space & parking
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Beautiful Private Villa walk to beach

Fay Cottage

Cozy Cottage in Encinitas Highlands
Charming Seashell Cottage Overlooking Garden

Guest Studio, Ocean & Lagoon Views, Walk to Beach

❤ Cozy Private Studio w/ WD 2 Minutes from Freeway

Adorable 1 bedroom house 8 min from La Jolla

La Jolla Oasis: Ocean, City and Fire Works Views
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ411 | ﺩ.ﺇ459 | ﺩ.ﺇ452 | ﺩ.ﺇ459 | ﺩ.ﺇ463 | ﺩ.ﺇ496 | ﺩ.ﺇ547 | ﺩ.ﺇ503 | ﺩ.ﺇ463 | ﺩ.ﺇ463 | ﺩ.ﺇ488 | ﺩ.ﺇ455 |
| 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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