Family-friendly vacation rentals in East County, San Diego

We are so grateful to have been able to stay at Gwynn's place, it is so peaceful and lovely. Like a secret garden getaway. We loved all the small touches, and beauty of the space. Gwynn made us feel very welcome and comfortable! The pool is amazing and the outdoor spaces are delightful. Can't wait to stay here again.

Great place if you are looking for a beach setting. Clean linens and towels, clean room. Kitchen has nice plates, glasses, utensils, etc.

This Airbnb was just like we pictured. Host was kind and very responsive by giving clear and easy instructions to access the place. Felt right at home and had no problems whatsoever. Airbnb was nearby many places one would come to San Diego for. Would definitely return in the near future!

The VIEWS!!! Absolutely breathtaking. We could’ve spent the entire trip just soaking in that ocean view—it was seriously next-level. From sunrise to sunset, it was pure magic. We absolutely loved Kate’s place and Kate herself! She was the best host we’ve ever had. The property was beautiful, peaceful, and had such a fun, quirky charm that made it feel like a hidden gem. The bed was insanely comfortable, the robes were perfectly cozy, and the coffee? Delicious. The art supplies and hot tub facing the ocean were truly to die for—I didn’t even want to leave to explore San Diego because I was so content right there. We slept with the back door open to hear the waves crash all night long and let the ocean breeze in. The neighborhood felt super safe and had such a great vibe. We already know we’ll be back to see Kate every year. No doubt about it.

We absolutely loves the enchanted look out! We will definitely be re booking for our San Diego trip next year ❤️

Had a great time, beautiful setting and so serene! Love the backyard setup and high ceilings. Great hosts too, 5 stars!

This is such a lovely Airbnb - one of my favorites! So peaceful, the space is beautiful and feels right at home, and has everything you need. Perfect space in the bedroom for our one year olds pack and play. Lots of storage around the house for anything you need to put away. The jacuzzi was an awesome treat at the end of the day. The space is clean and so cozy. The host was helpful and responsive to our questions. Close distance to San Diego safari park which we really enjoyed! Overall a great place that we’d love to return to.

We had such a great stay. The views were beautiful, it was very spacious and the host was very responsive. Would highly recommend staying here!

Very nice and quiet home close to town but far enough away to be more private. The house was well maintained with lots of windows and an abundance of natural light. Jayne was very communicative, friendly, and helpful.

The accommodation is just like the photos and what is described; quiet, clean, close to all areas of interest in San Diego. We had a little problem on our first day, but Minh responded and resolved it right away. He was always attentive to making our stay as pleasant as possible. I would definitely stay at her house again. Thank you for everything, Minh.

Awesome. Best place we've stayed. Great for one or two couples. Everything you'd need. Host was super helpful and friendly. House was very clean. Will definitely stay here again!!!

Vivian and John‘s cottage was a perfect place for a three day stay. Very peaceful and calm with beautiful surroundings and close to everything I needed to get to. I would love to come back at some point.

I had a great stay at this apartment in San Diego near the bay. The location was perfect — it was easy to get around both by car and on foot, with lots of places to explore nearby. The apartment itself was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. The host was friendly, responsive, and made everything super smooth. I would definitely stay here again!

Olga was a great host , she and her son were very welcoming , kind and communicative. She talked to us about a lot of things on gardening and was kind to share some of her plants with us. The house was perfect for a small family including a dog and was tastefully decorated with antique pictures and paraphernalia. The area in an interesting quaint neighborhood and we loved walking to the restaurants around there for food and deserts .

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful Airbnb! The location was stunning, with ocean views and the soothing sound of the waves—it was the perfect place to relax after a day out. There were several great restaurants within walking distance, and we loved being able to grab snacks from the nearby Oxxo, just a short 5-minute walk away. The host was very accommodating, allowing us an early check-in, which we really appreciated. Security at the front was helpful and friendly—they assigned us a parking space and made it easy to find the building. We did experience a couple of minor issues: the shower wasn’t draining properly, and on the third day, the door wouldn't lock. The host responded quickly to our messages, but unfortunately, no one showed up after we waited about an hour. However, the issue was resolved while we were out, so everything was fine when we returned. Despite those small hiccups, we had a lovely time and would definitely consider staying here again. The view and loca

This was literally the nicest Air B&B property we've ever stayed in. It was a true home, not just a house. It was impeccably decorated, warm and inviting to stay in. Lots of books, games, and a beautiful view of the mountains from a wonderful patio. Yet it was just under an 8 minute walk to town. To quote Jack Johnson, "We felt so far away, but we were still in town". It was the perfect mix. More importantly, James was exceptionally responsive when we had a few questions. We never waited more than 10 minutes to get a response when we reached out. If you're looking to stay in Julian, don't bother searching for any more properties, just book this one.

Very pleased with our staying there. Place was really clean and comfortable I like how secure it was I would definitely stay there again 💜

I really enjoyed my time spent there. Not only the scenery was nice, but it was also quiet and peaceful. I also especially appreciated Jeffery’s hospitality and kindness and I would definitely recommend going back!

Our stay in San Diego was truly unforgettable, and I owe so much of that to our incredible host. From the start, she was kind and flexible—working with us to adjust our booking after unexpected rain changed our plans. When we finally arrived, she went above and beyond for my daughter’s belated birthday celebration. She surprised us with beautiful decorations and even gave my daughter the sweetest birthday gift. It honestly touched my heart to see how thoughtful she was. The space was cozy, clean, and filled with good energy—perfect for making memories during a weekend that meant so much to us. If you’re thinking of booking, don’t hesitate. You’ll be in great hands with a host who truly cares. Thank you again for everything!

Great place! Modern simple, deep tub, steam shower, comfy beds and pillows, peaceful environment. Wall-to-wall window doors look out into palm trees, chirping birds, lots of natural light. Note-there’s 2 entrances to underground parking of this. Parking entrance is LEFT side of building down the hill. Great to have dedicated indoor parking! Lovely stay

The apartment is, well appointed, spacious & complete with everything you could want. The gardens are beyond beautiful, with lots of interesting trees and shrubbery and even a walking trail around the whole property. The pool is lovely and child safe. We felt very safe, there was an entry code for the front gate and another for our unit. The whole house is located in a beautiful, upscale area.

I cannot even begin to describe how wonderful our stay was! Greg and Leslie made us feel right at home, and it was such a treat to stay in such a historical home!! the tub was wonderful, the views were beautiful to wake up to, the home was well stocked with treats and coffee, i could go on and on! we were able to walk to restaurants that were just a few blocks away (i am 7 months pregnant and the walk was a breeze). parking is great, the pool was amazing and relaxing. everything was amazing. would highly recommend

Kimberly‘s unit was a great option for a local event. It was spacious, convenient and very well priced. The kitchen was well appointed and there were excellent restaurants nearby. They were very responsive and checked in frequently during our stay. We would definitely recommend and rent this unit again.

Nicolas was a great host and has a gorgeous property where my family and I felt right at home! Not once did we feel uncomfortable, everything matched the description and then some! The one question I had he responded within minutes and was very clear and consider. Would definitely book again!