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Relax in lush tranquilty - San Marcos - Living room
Relax in lush tranquilty
San Marcos, CA
$566+
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Private, Tropical North County Retreat - San Marcos - Living room
Private, Tropical North County Retreat
San Marcos, CA
$162+
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Strict No Parties, New Modern Clean Cozy Home - San Marcos
Strict No Parties, New Modern Clean Cozy Home
San Marcos, CA
9.7Wonderful(7)
$291+
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Hillside 2/2 Subdivided Home w/ Pool and Views! - San Marcos - Balcony
Hillside 2/2 Subdivided Home w/ Pool and Views!
San Marcos, CA
9.8Wonderful(13)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$262+
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Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath with playground!. Panoramic view, private and gated - San Marcos - Living room
Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath with playground!. Panoramic view, private and gated
San Marcos, CA
$634+
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Mediterranean Villa on Large Acreage - San Marcos - Living room
Mediterranean Villa on Large Acreage
San Marcos, CA
10Wonderful(1)
Free Wi-Fi
$300+
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Casa Grotto - 1 Bed Stone Cottage w/ Panoramic Ocean Views, Stone Shower, & Gym - San Marcos - Bedroom
Casa Grotto - 1 Bed Stone Cottage w/ Panoramic Ocean Views, Stone Shower, & Gym
San Marcos, CA
10Wonderful(1)
Free Wi-Fi
$369+
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Luxury Resort Pool Home - San Marcos - Patio
Luxury Resort Pool Home
San Marcos, CA
10Wonderful(6)
Free Wi-Fi
$445+
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Charming San Marcos 2BR with Patio & Pet-Friendly - San Marcos - Bedroom
Charming San Marcos 2BR with Patio & Pet-Friendly
San Marcos, CA
7.0Good(4)
Free Wi-Fi
$316+
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Cheerful 3 bedroom house right on the golf course. - San Marcos - Living room
Cheerful 3 bedroom house right on the golf course.
San Marcos, CA
10Wonderful(3)
$427+
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Designer Oasis Home with Pool & Spa - 5 Bedrooms - San Marcos - Patio
Designer Oasis Home with Pool & Spa - 5 Bedrooms
San Marcos, CA
$659+
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Waterfront Lakeview & Mountainview Escape+King&Queen Bed+Kayaks+Boat Rentals - San Marcos - Living room
Waterfront Lakeview & Mountainview Escape+King&Queen Bed+Kayaks+Boat Rentals
San Marcos, CA
$504+
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San Marcos Getaway w/ Deck & Lake Views! - San Marcos - Living room
San Marcos Getaway w/ Deck & Lake Views!
San Marcos, CA
$595+
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Tranquil 3-bedroom Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock in Lake San Marcos - San Marcos - Living room
Tranquil 3-bedroom Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock in Lake San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
$438+
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San Marcos Home with Patio and Grill - Walk to Lake! - San Marcos
San Marcos Home with Patio and Grill - Walk to Lake!
San Marcos, CA
9.5Wonderful(10)
Free Wi-Fi
$247+
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Casa Grotto - San Marcos
Casa Grotto
San Marcos, CA
9.7Wonderful(4)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$383+
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Which month has the cheapest vacation rental rates in San Marcos?

Vacation rentals are cheapest in San Marcos in January, with average rates of $38. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at $532.
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January
December
$268
$199
Cheapest month to stay with an average 80% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 175% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for finding San Marcos vacation rental deals

  • Vacation rentals in San Marcos are around 44% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in San Marcos.
  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in San Marcos, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in San Marcos can be found in January and September.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in San Marcos is Saturday. In contrast, the most expensive is Tuesday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in San Marcos for 4 days.

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