Located in Oceanside (North Valley), this villa is within a 5-minute drive of Oceanside Municipal Golf Course and Mission San Luis Rey Church. .This family-friendly villa is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from LEGOLAND® California and 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Oceanside Beach.
Mission San Luis Rey Church - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
SoCal Sports Complex - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
Oceanside Harbor - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
Oceanside Pier - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
Oceanside Beach - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
Carlsbad Village Station - 17 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Jersey Mike's Subs - 3 min drive
Jack in the Box - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Your private oasis with heated pool and garden in Oceanside!
Are you seeking for your own private enclave only 15 minutes from Oceanside beach? Villa Descanso has that special feel of a private oasis with your own private backyard pool and heated jacuzzi. Come and relax in our 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths single story home. You will enjoy the breezy atmosphere and peace and quiet. There is a spacious backyard with the pool as well as a comfortable living room and dining room sitting 12. The pool can be heated to 80 degrees for $100 per day. The Jacuzzi is heated for no fee. There is also an outdoor covered patio for the perfect california indoor/outdoor experience! Each bedroom is outfitted with comfortable bed and linen. There is an open feel throughout the home and a modern decor!
Please note the cancellation policy: You get a full refund if cancelled more than 60 days ahead.
No refund if cancelled less than 30 days ahead.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this villa include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Elodie
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Golf
Heated pool
Table tennis
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,515 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
The pool can Be heated for $100 daily fee.
Please avoid shoes in the carpet.
Guests are strictly prohibited from tampering with, covering, or disabling security cameras on the property.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: This home is ideal for children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Your private oasis with heated pool and garden in Oceanside! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Eric C.
23 June 2025
Eric C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Talopatina S.
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
This stay was amazing! The hosts have thought of everything to make your stay as enjoyable, and took the stress out of the little things.From a day at the beach to a day in their wonderful pool- they have everything you need!I would recommend this place to any large family gathering because these accommodations can host a large family with ease.
Talopatina S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marla F.
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
This property was amazing and exeeded our expectations! We would definitely stay here again!
Marla F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jill R.
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good vacation place
There was plenty of room. Very workable kitchen. Quiet neighborhood. A great experience.
Jill R.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving in Oceanside
It was wonderful!
8 adults, plenty of space, so many spots to gather indoors and out, very comfortable.
Clean!
Cooked everyday, kitchen was awesome for cooking for a crowd.
Backyard was so fun! Coming from Boston it was such a treat.
Running and walking trails close by that we used everyday, neighborhood is great.
Would book another stay here in a minute!
Julie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet P.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great home!
Beautifully decorated and had everything we needed for a great family getaway! Pool was amazing and bedding very comfortable!
Janet P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
My family and I had a wonderful stay here. It is a beautiful home with nice facilities and features, able to accommodate a large family with kids and grandkids. If something wasn’t working they were fast to respond and help. Very comfortable beds and great pool/backyard. I would recommend this stay.
Kim K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Nancy G.
20 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacay with grandkids
Very clean. Had a couple maintenance issues, but host rep handled with 24 hours
Nancy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anthony M.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!!!
It’s like being in an Italian villa located on a resort. Host provided all that was needed to enjoy the pool or the beach, which is only 10 minutes away. We hope to stay there for our next Oceanside visit. Awesome!!
Anthony M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather R., Charlotte, USA
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property for family
My family converged upon Oceanside from all over the US to celebrate my daughter’s college graduation. The property is so misleading from the front. Just wait unit you walk through the door! Once inside, it was huge and so inviting. The house has absolutely EVERYTHING you need in the kitchen and to relax, sit back, and enjoy. The pool was the perfect escape the whole week. TV’s in every room, big pool towels & beach chairs & toys are just a few of the perks. The host literally thought of everyone when stocking this place I would recommend 100%. So grateful I found this place. it made coming back “home” after 4 years even better.
Heather R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michele G.
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay
Very nice place and family friendly. We highly recommend this property!
Michele G.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy S.
5 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for families!
Loved everything about this property. It was described perfectly! My family of 7 was in town for our sons wedding nearby. We all had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy ourselves in between the many wedding festivities.
Cathy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
audrey f.
30 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
December stay
We had a wonderful time at Villa Descanso! We stayed Christmas week with 4 teenagers/preteens, 4 parents and 3 grandparents. The property was clean and well kept, the kitchen well stocked, and there was lots of space for our extended family to spend time together. The spa and pool were relaxing for kids and adults alike. Elodie was very quick to respond even when we messaged her on Christmas Day about a last minute decision to heat the pool for the kids the following day. Thank you for a relaxing and wonderful stay!
audrey f.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kyle Q., Carlsbad
28 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Thanksgiving Holiday escape
Well run and super stocked home that was perfect for our three generation family to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. The pool is worth the heating cost as the littles loved it and while that was happening the massive TV's took care of the crew to watch the football games. The kitchen has everything you'd need and then some as we made all of our meals at the house. Will book again for sure.
Kyle Q.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey H.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
We loved this home. We rented it with my siblings and parents to celebrate my Dad’s 70th birthday. We had several young children and an infant. There was plenty of room, lots of kid friendly things and they LOVED the pool and jacuzzi. We ended up just hanging out at the house more than we planned. Perfect place to gather for the weekend. Thank you!
Jeffrey H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
PATRICIA R.
20 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Casa
This was heavenly. The house was beautiful, very accommodating, welcoming, and everything we needed plus more. The kids swam every minute they could in the lovely pool. I was impressed with the stock of pantry items and dishes, cooking supplies, etc. I highly recommend this house to anyone for a great experience. BIg 5 star approval
PATRICIA R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Jannie T.
19 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious for a big group
I celebrated my 40th birthday with 6 of my friends and this space was perfect. It was like we had a slumber party but with our own rooms. The communal areas were spacious and the pool + jacuzzi was a really nice to just relax. We had a wonderful stay at the Descanso residence and would come again!
Jannie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
David R.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Friendly Property
House is very children friendly with house toys and pool toys provided. Went there for my 70th birthday celebration with our 2 children and spouses and our 4 grandkids who range in age from 1 year to 12 years old. We all had a great time. It was comforting that the pool was fenced. The house is very welcoming and beautiful. I would definitely stay here again. The only recommendation would be to have a regular pest service as the bugs will bite starting in late afternoon into evening. We brought bug spray but still got bit up.
David R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Taylor N.
15 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Accommodations
This property is truly stunning! The house itself is beautifully decorated yet feels super homey at the same time. The owners really thought of everything when setting it up as a rental. We had everything we needed and more. I personally used this as a getting ready location for my large bridal party the day of my wedding. For anyone looking for a spot close to Botanica (5-min drive) this was an ideal location for our hair/makeup stylists to meet at. Plenty of space and great lighting too.
The only improvement I’d suggest is perhaps pillow variation. I’m a fan very flat pillows and the pillows were very fluffy. I felt very propped up which it made it difficult for me to sleep. Definitely a personal issue, so if you like flat pillows, bring your own from home.
Thanks for a great stay. Would highly recommend again.
Taylor N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia L., Millbrae, CA
14 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay for your next gathering!
Great accommodations for our group of 12! The house was very spacious and everyone (from ages 3-80+) were comfortable! Marie and Brandon thought of everything - the house was well stocked and we loved gathering around both indoor and outdoor dining areas. Good location for Legoland and Safari Park. Highly recommended for large groups!
Cynthia L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James H.
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lives up to the hype
Stayed here with a group of friends and the property exceeded all expectations. Highly recommend!
James H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa J.
27 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Find!!
When 4 families decided we wanted to do a vacation together, the hunt began in search of the perfect spot for 8 adults and 6 kids ranging in age from 3 months to 6 years. Enter Villa Descanso. This place had enough room for all 14 of us both inside and outside. Everyone kept saying how perfect of a find this house was. From the thoughtfulness of the bedrooms, which the kids LOVED having a kids room with a bunk bed and access to different toys and activities to a pool that had umbrellas for shade and a fire pit for s’mores - you can tell this place was designed to bring people of all ages together. The host was very responsive and we had no issues at all. Everything was clean and well-stocked! Definitely would go back.
Lisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David B.
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun at villa Descanso
We really enjoyed our family reunion at Villa Descanso. Accommodations were very nice and the location was very handy for our trips to the beach. We loved the pool. Our only disappointment was to find out that heating the pool cost an extra $100 a day. All in all it was a great time.
David B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monica T.
17 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious
The house was very spacious and beautiful! More impressive than the pictures!! Marie was very responsive and helpful during our stay! It was a little cooler than expected so we didn't get to enjoy the pool but it was peaceful just to sit by it. We will definitely rent here again. Plus it has sooo many toys for young kids We didn't need the ones we brought.
Monica T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for a family vacation!
We had a great time at this property, host was very communicative and helpful. Property was clean and very well stocked.