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Modern Escape w/ Views. Walk to Lake, Resort, Golf & Dining. Pet Friendly
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
San Marcos, CA
- Place, St. Mark Golf Club12 min walk
- Place, Lake San Marcos Executive Course14 min walk
- Place, Regal Edwards San Marcos3 min drive
- Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 / Den
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Hallway Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Modern Escape w/ Views. Walk to Lake, Resort, Golf & Dining. Pet Friendly
The Modern Escape in Lake San Marcos is perfect for family vacations, golf trips, surf trips, legoland, wedding stays and remote work. Enjoy this luxury home all to yourself with stunning mountain views. Walkable to the lake, restaurants, golf and the amenity-rich Lakehouse Lodge. Centrally located within 15 minutes of SD beaches, 4 golf courses, hikes, award-winning spa, Legoland and Carlsbad. Professionally designed and fully-stocked, this stay will check all your boxes for the perfect trip!
Note: due to local laws we may need guests to complete an identification check with government issued ID prior to providing check-in instructions. We promise its easy!
🏝 The Property
3 bed, 2 bath private home with designer remodeled kitchen, bath and open floor plan. Outfitted with luxury beds, fully stocked kitchen, work desk, TVs throughout and outside patio and grill overlooking the mountains. Includes coffee, dishwasher, stove, microwave, washer/dryer, heat, a/c, wifi, beach gear, and more. The primary bedroom has a king bed, 2nd bedroom has a queen bed, and 3rd bedroom/den has a twin trundle bed with another pull out twin bed below. Nicest modern rental in Lake San Marcos!
🏝 Restaurants and Lakehouse Resort
Walkable to two highly-rated restaurants - Amalfi and Brickmans. Also walkable to The Lakehouse Resort, which for an additional fee, offers our guests day passes to access 'The Lodge' which includes heated pools, tennis, pickleball, gym and a pedal boat for the Lake. Boats, paddleboards and kayaks are also available for rent. Spa at award winning Omni La Costa- a 10 min drive away. Note: swimming in the lake is currently prohibited (ok to paddleboard/boat).
🏝 Golf
The Links, a public 18 hole championship golf course, is walkable from the property. There are also three other 4+ star golf courses within 15 minutes of Lake San Marcos making this a perfect destination for golf trips.
🏝 Kids
Property includes pack-and-play, booster seat, boogie board, and bed guard for kiddos. Centrally located, the property is close to many kid-friendly attractions. Legoland 15 min, Wild Animal Park 20 min, Zoo & Seaworld 40 min, Disneyland 75 min.
🏝 Hikes
Centrally located 15 minutes from three 4.7+ star hikes - Double Peak, Rancho La Costa and Elfin Forest. See Mexico from Double Peak! (this I is the mountain you see out the windows).
🏝 Near By
The Links Golf & Lake Amenities: 3 min
Ocean/Beach: 15 min
Carlsbad Village: 20 min
Double Peak Epic Hike: 15 min
Legoland: 15 min
SD Zoo Safari Park: 20 min
SD SeaWorld: 40 min
SD Airport: 40 min
Disneyland: 75 min
Day Pass for Lakehouse Lodge amenities is $50, includes up to 4 guests, children under 3 excluded. Includes 2 heated pools, pickleball, tennis, gym, use of padelboat on lake and access to Lakeside lawn.
Rental includes 7’ Wavestorm foam surfboard and kids biggie board to enjoy San Diego’s beautiful surf!
Note: due to local laws we may need guests to complete an identification check with government issued ID prior to providing check-in instructions. We promise its easy!
🏝 The Property
3 bed, 2 bath private home with designer remodeled kitchen, bath and open floor plan. Outfitted with luxury beds, fully stocked kitchen, work desk, TVs throughout and outside patio and grill overlooking the mountains. Includes coffee, dishwasher, stove, microwave, washer/dryer, heat, a/c, wifi, beach gear, and more. The primary bedroom has a king bed, 2nd bedroom has a queen bed, and 3rd bedroom/den has a twin trundle bed with another pull out twin bed below. Nicest modern rental in Lake San Marcos!
🏝 Restaurants and Lakehouse Resort
Walkable to two highly-rated restaurants - Amalfi and Brickmans. Also walkable to The Lakehouse Resort, which for an additional fee, offers our guests day passes to access 'The Lodge' which includes heated pools, tennis, pickleball, gym and a pedal boat for the Lake. Boats, paddleboards and kayaks are also available for rent. Spa at award winning Omni La Costa- a 10 min drive away. Note: swimming in the lake is currently prohibited (ok to paddleboard/boat).
🏝 Golf
The Links, a public 18 hole championship golf course, is walkable from the property. There are also three other 4+ star golf courses within 15 minutes of Lake San Marcos making this a perfect destination for golf trips.
🏝 Kids
Property includes pack-and-play, booster seat, boogie board, and bed guard for kiddos. Centrally located, the property is close to many kid-friendly attractions. Legoland 15 min, Wild Animal Park 20 min, Zoo & Seaworld 40 min, Disneyland 75 min.
🏝 Hikes
Centrally located 15 minutes from three 4.7+ star hikes - Double Peak, Rancho La Costa and Elfin Forest. See Mexico from Double Peak! (this I is the mountain you see out the windows).
🏝 Near By
The Links Golf & Lake Amenities: 3 min
Ocean/Beach: 15 min
Carlsbad Village: 20 min
Double Peak Epic Hike: 15 min
Legoland: 15 min
SD Zoo Safari Park: 20 min
SD SeaWorld: 40 min
SD Airport: 40 min
Disneyland: 75 min
Day Pass for Lakehouse Lodge amenities is $50, includes up to 4 guests, children under 3 excluded. Includes 2 heated pools, pickleball, tennis, gym, use of padelboat on lake and access to Lakeside lawn.
Rental includes 7’ Wavestorm foam surfboard and kids biggie board to enjoy San Diego’s beautiful surf!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number COSD-00617
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
San Marcos
Located in San Marcos, this holiday home is next to a golf course and by the sea. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad State Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider San Diego Zoo Safari Park, or check out an event or a game at Frontwave Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
San Marcos, CA
What's nearby
- St. Mark Golf Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Lake San Marcos Executive Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Regal Edwards San Marcos - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- Lucky Strike San Marcos - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
- LEGOLAND® California - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taco Bell - 4 min drive
- Senor Pancho's Mexican Restaurant - 15 min walk
- St. Mark Executive Course & Tap In Tavern - 18 min walk
- Amalfi Cucina Italiana - 10 min walk
- Jack in the Box - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
16 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gabriela P.
17 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gabriela P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tamara T.
22 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Tamara T.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristin P.
5 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home, Would Recommend
Kristin P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John G.
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience! Super clean, comfortable, amazing view!
John G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peg C.
22 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As Good As It Gets!
Peg C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary
12 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mary
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jaclyn Wilson
I'm a fun-loving mom & wife, who owns her own interior design business. I have a passion for design, quality and service and bring that to our property "The Modern Escape". My husband and I dream of living in San Diego County once the kiddo grows up, which is why we are hosting our dream home in Lake San Marcos, CA. We work hard to make sure our guests experience the magic that we do each!
Why they chose this property
Welcome to the beautiful community of Lake San Marcos. This is a walkable community that is centered around the Lakehouse Resort, which has drawn restaurants and vacation goers. It is a very peaceful neighborhood which is perfect for destressing and unwinding. You'll feel a nice California, lake-beach vibe, as you eat overlooking the lake or face off in a game of pickleball. And when you are not recharging here, you are a stones throw away from great beaches, hikes and activities. Enjoy!
What makes this property unique
🏠︎ Professionally remodeled, designed and furnished
🏠︎ Professionally cleaned and stocked
🏠︎ Mountain views out of all rooms
🏠︎ Walkable to the Lake and Amenities (heated pool, pickleball, gym, etc)
🏠︎ Professionally cleaned and stocked
🏠︎ Mountain views out of all rooms
🏠︎ Walkable to the Lake and Amenities (heated pool, pickleball, gym, etc)
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