Situated on one of the most gorgeous areas of the United States plus the unique weather of California, the city of Escondido is a part of the San Diego County that offers a lot of attractions for everyone to explore. Art lovers will surely find the California Center for the Arts a great place to visit. You can also try dining at their best restaurants and breweries all over town. Nature lovers will also find Escondido’s several parks and lakes one of the best all over California. Now ready your bags and explore this fantastic area while staying at one of these great Vrbo vacation rentals in Escondido.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Luxurious suite with great views and a pool (from USD 174)
You’ll surely feel like you’re in Italy when you stay at this stunning estate at the hilltop. This one-bedroom one-bathroom suite is completely private and comes equipped with free Wi-Fi, cable TV spacious couch and a large flat-screen TV. The kitchen is also fully equipped with stove, oven, microwave, toaster, Keurig coffee, and drip coffee makers. Staycations are also great at this suite as you get access to your own outdoor grill, fire pit, hot tub, a large collection of DVDs and a swimming pool.
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Like country living in the cityWe stayed in early April Had everything we needed coffee (provided) first thing then a brisk plung in the amazing pool followed by a warm shower in the super luxurious bathroomThe place was so cute and the bathroom was amazingeverything we needed Pull out bed for our son compact kitchen enough space and function for the three of uswhile listening to music of our choice on the outdoor sound system We were enjoying our time there so much that we decided to forego any sightseeingCleanliness:
Very clean and very quiet property with beautiful view Very relaxing here andHost:
They checked several times to make sure our needs and expectations were meetshe was very responsive to all my questions beforehandJulia was so helpful for recommendations on how to get some food delivered and the pool was perfectRobert was such a pleasant host and was always available for any needs or questions we had while giving us complete privacyJulia was very accommodating to our late arrival and early morning check out We absolutely loved being able to use the jacuzzi and the outdoor grillRead more reviewsLocation:
Arrival at this estate is very impressive though gated entryEscondido was a great location form which to explore from mixing up day trips to different beaches along the coastline to Legoland Zoo Safari Park and San Diego itselfIt was a very beautiful placeJust stayed for 9 nights in March during Canada's spring break Julia and Robert are very welcoming and want to make sure you have everything you need for your stayWhat a way to start the day
2. Private and luxurious estate (from USD 1300)
This four-bedroom five-bathroom estate offers a very tranquil and peaceful place for up to ten people. Enjoy amazing panoramic views of the mountains for your window sill or terrace. Everything in this house has been meticulously designed with elegance in mind. There’s a lot of great outdoor living spaces at this home which includes the covered patio and lanai, kitchen and the guestroom. Make your stay even more tranquil by playing your favorite songs using the Sonos music system that can be found throughout the home.
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there’s also an extra sofa bed that was just as comfortable as the bedroomsthe house and facilities were first class and the views stunning an ideal location for amenities and sightseeingbehind the pool there are walking paths with multiple seating areas with beautiful landscapingCleanliness:
it was so huge sometimes we couldn't find each other very beautiful clean and well maintainedHost:
the owners left us home made brownies and were absolutely charming during every written or in person interactionlea and jon are great so kind and accommodating from beginning to endlea is an awesome person and was super helpful our entire stayRead more reviewsLocation:
also the wild animal park is very close and we really enjoyed our day therea truly magnificiant place to stayif this place is in your budget you can't go wrong
3. Countryside apartment with panoramic views (from USD 198)
This spacious apartment just below the main house has its own private entrance, a full-sized kitchen, living room, dining room, and laundry facilities. There are two bedrooms with luxurious queen-size beds, dressers, and walk-in closets. Basic utilities such as air conditioning, heat, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and others are also included.
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Neither of the bedrooms have windowsAlso the kitchen was fully stocked thst was great- it is very spacious has all the amenities you could need and a lovely kitchenThe outdoor BBQ and kitchen was clean and nice to have available to useCoffee water fully stocked kitchen towels and linens were all provided The kids loved having access to Netflix and wifiCleanliness:
The house was super clean and super quiet propertyIt was clean quiet and withing 2 miles of everything I neededand we look forward to returningThe apartment is lovely large comfortable clean and welcomingHost:
He's gregarious and warmSonia and Hugh are the most gracious and generous hosts They will assist you in every regardbut she was very niceSonia was very sweet and greeted us and showed us around upon check inThe owners Sonia and Huge are so very nice and genuineRead more reviewsLocation:
It's only a 15 - 20 minute drive to Oceanside beachesLuckily there is shopping and restaurants within walking distance Located close to two freeways makes it easy to zip north/south and eastThis is a secluded quiet apartment in Escondido; if you are looking for the "wild beach scene" this is not for youThe cooling system is interestingThe neighborhood is beautiful and the property is gated at the end of a small cul-de-sac which makes it feel like a secluded paradise
4. Elegant, artistic villa with pool (from USD 1289)
Designed with entertainment and comfort in mind, this one story, six-bedroom home that can accommodate up to fifteen people features a very peaceful vacation home with amazing views and quiet yet accessible location. Be entertained with their game garage that has a ping pong Table, electric basketball, and some tables and chairs for game watching. The fully equipped kitchen also comes with granite counters, state-of-the-art stainless appliances, dishwashers, ice maker, trash compactor, microwave, gas range, refrigerator, and freezer. There’s also three king beds, four queen beds, and two twin bed and are also fully furnished.
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It was wonderful as each couple could have their own bedroom and bathroomWe enjoyed the large beautiful kitchen and living room areasThe gourmet kitchen was perfect - plenty of room for multiple cooks equipped with everything we needed and cleaning up was a breezeThe view at the top of the hill was beautifulThe kids also really enjoyed playing ping pong and basketball in the game roomCleanliness:
The pool was used everyday along with the game roomHost:
Sharon was extremely helpful and accommodatingSharon was great to work withSharon was very helpful and wasa great hostShe responded quickly and helped us out with answers and any questions we hadWe had a lot of questions prior to arrival and she helped us work through all of themRead more reviewsLocation:
The house itself is very impressively builtit's perfect in every wayLeoness Winery in Temecula at Pechanga Casino in Carlsbad and in La Jolla Easy access from San Diego Airportand we found it easy to get down to a good running trailThe house is less than 10 minutes from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and only about 1 hour 30 minutes to Disneyland
5. A lake house close to attractions (from USD 424)
This quaint home beside a lake is a very unique place to stay in Escondido. Because of its proximity to the lake, you get to have easy access to some of the best outdoor water activities such as paddle boarding, boating, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, fishing, biking, hiking, bird watching and many more. The home itself has two bedrooms that can accommodate up to six people. It comes with a centralized air conditioning system, full bathroom, 42-inch LCD TV, laundry facilities, high-speed internet, and Wi-Fi connection, and some entertainment items.
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The kitchen is fully stockedIt was light and airyThe house is spacious and felt like our own home when we came back to itThe house feels like your miles from everything butThe house is quaint and cute- 2 bedroom with modern amenities and comfortsCleanliness:
Everything was very clean and we felt at homethe beds were comfortable clean and had new linens and fresh towelsIt was fully furnished everything we used in the house functioned properlythey keep it very clean and offer a full kitchen dishwasher and a laundry washer and dryerThe home is exactly as it is in the pictures and very cleanHost:
The home was beautiful and the owners provided us a nice gift basket that even included some doggy treats for our dogThe area is gorgeous- beautiful lake and mountain views with winding hilly roadsthe house and the history of Del DiosThe owners left us a great gift basket and were so friendly; I'm sure if we had needed anything they would have been accommodatingamazing ) offshore charter fishingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of the house is convenientIt was a 30 minute drive to San Diego but only 10 minutes into Escondido to access local shopsIt's also about 20 minutes to Solana beach where there are many dining and shopping optionsMy husband and I stayed here and loved the locationWe are from Texas and have never been to this area
6. Spacious family home for eight (from USD 442)
This great property in Escondido features two houses, giving you and your party plenty of room during your stay. The main cabin-like home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms that can accommodate up to eight people while the guest house has its own living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Guests also get exclusive access to the pool, hot tub and fire pit. The home is very near Lake Hodges, Safari Park, and downtown San Diego.
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There was even a juicer for the fresh-picked orangesThe kitchen was very well stockedwe picked oranges each morning and juiced them for fresh juice -The property was open and spacious Lovely home and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the areaWe wanted for nothing with such a well stocked kitchen and especially enjoyed fresh oranges/juice from the backyard treesCleanliness:
The bedrooms are all freshly appointed Everything throughout is tastefully decorated and very tidy and cleanThe house was beautiful and SO CLEANThe pool is smaller than pictured yet clean and sufficientI've never given a VRBO review before (and hesitate to now because we are sharing our secret)The home is very clean with ample suppliesHost:
nice pool and hot tubPeter was a gracious host and showed us how to lawn bowlAll with nice linens tooHe left instructions on how to operate the hot tub and various other things around the houseand it was lovely to meet him as he showed us around the property (and how to work the hot tub )Read more reviewsLocation:
The location is close to everything including Costco and restaurantsUSS Midway and Maritime Museumjasmine bird of paradiseWhat's amazing is the home is located in a quiet country setting just 10 minutes drive from shopping and other conveniencesBeautiful way to relax and play -
7. Great stay near San Diego
This two-bedroom two-bathroom home in Escondido offers a very enjoyable place to stay that is comparable to hotel and inns. It comes fully furnished with home basics like linen, bedding, cooking and dining utensils, and cable TV. There’s also Wi-Fi access, laundry facilities, maid service, outdoor barbecue, and a large fenced yard.
Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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kitchen was stocked comfortable bedsThe kitchen was fully stocked with anything one would need to make mealsThe house itself is cosy comfortable and extremely well equipped - a real home from home(even the sofa bed was comfortable)Beds were very comfortable with pillows of all different stuffing levels to meet our individual tastesCleanliness:
The house is immaculately clean had everything we neededthe washer and dryer was perfectThe home was very clean andVery clean and well stockedThe oranges weren't quite ripeHost:
What more can be said Ryan he is the best Landlord hand's down Ah San Diego LOVEWhile the home and location was greatRyan the owner gave to me that has me referring others to this propertyplace still standing absolutely stunning and so well taken careRyan made himself available with a phone call from me on several occasions not that I needed anything with regards to the house but questions I had about the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
Perfect location for so many activitiesbut this is not too disturbing sometimes not easyGreat location close to I-15 freewayThe house is located about 30 miles north of downtown San Diego but access is easy via the freewaysBest service provided by Greta
Explore Escondido now
Escondido in California is indeed a great place to visit and explore especially if you want to visit somewhere near San Diego. It has all the picturesque views and the wonders of nature without being too far from the city. Plan your trip to the city now but don’t forget to stay at these great Vrbo vacation rentals around the city.
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