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Family Fun & Relaxation Await at Buena Creek Refuge–Your Private Resort Getaway!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms Sleeps 12 371.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Vista, CA
- Twin Oaks Golf Club6 min drive
- Moonlight Ampitheatre7 min drive
- The Wave Waterpark8 min drive
- Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
1st floor Bedroom Suite - Africa Room
1 King Bed
1st Master
1 King Bed
2nd Master
1 King Bed
3rd Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Garden Cottage
2 Single Beds
Garden Cottage
1 Double Bed
Hawaii
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st Master
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
2nd Master
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Africa
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom First Floor
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Hawaii
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Off Pool
Toilet
outside pool
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Family Fun & Relaxation Await at Buena Creek Refuge–Your Private Resort Getaway!
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Welcome to Buena Creek Refuge, the perfect destination for families to relax, reconnect, and make unforgettable memories together. This private 1.5-acre retreat is tucked behind secure gates and just 100 yards from the nearest neighbor—giving you the peace and privacy you’ve been looking for!
This spacious 4,000 sq. ft. home features 6 beautifully designed bedrooms, a garden cottage with twin trundle beds, and 5.5 bathrooms, offering plenty of room for families of all sizes. With a perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury, every corner has been thoughtfully designed to make your stay both comfortable and special.
Step outside and discover a backyard paradise built for family fun! Splash around in the heated pool (April–October; optional heating available in cooler months), unwind in the year-round jacuzzi, or relax in the infrared sauna. The outdoor living room—complete with a gas fireplace, fire pit, and BBQ grill—is perfect for cozy family evenings under the stars.
Your family will love the large grassy play area, which includes:
>Volleyball
?Badminton
>Cornhole
>Giant Jenga
>A putting green
Fun and laughter for all ages!
Inside, the game room keeps the excitement going with:
>Ping pong
>Foosball
>Classic 80s arcade cocktail table (with 60 games including Pac-Man & more!)
>Xbox One 1S for gamers in the family
We also provide thoughtful touches for families with little ones, including a Pack 'n Play crib, high chair, kids plates/utensils, kids’ toys, and board games. The Garden Cottage even has a charming kid-sized kitchenette to spark their imagination.
Planning beach days? We’ve got you covered with:
>Surfboards
>Boogie boards
>Beach chairs & toys
Stay connected with Cox High-Speed Internet (300 MBPS) and reliable coverage throughout the home and pool area.
Perfectly Located Near Family Attractions:
20 minutes to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
20 minutes to Legoland
20 minutes to the beach
40 minutes to SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, and Del Mar Racetrack
45 minutes to San Diego International Airport
1 hour to Disneyland
Come experience why families return year after year to Buena Creek Refuge—a place to relax, explore, and grow closer together.
Search “Buena Creek Refuge” for more info, and get ready to make memories that last a lifetime!
Welcome to Buena Creek Refuge, the perfect destination for families to relax, reconnect, and make unforgettable memories together. This private 1.5-acre retreat is tucked behind secure gates and just 100 yards from the nearest neighbor—giving you the peace and privacy you’ve been looking for!
This spacious 4,000 sq. ft. home features 6 beautifully designed bedrooms, a garden cottage with twin trundle beds, and 5.5 bathrooms, offering plenty of room for families of all sizes. With a perfect blend of classic charm and modern luxury, every corner has been thoughtfully designed to make your stay both comfortable and special.
Step outside and discover a backyard paradise built for family fun! Splash around in the heated pool (April–October; optional heating available in cooler months), unwind in the year-round jacuzzi, or relax in the infrared sauna. The outdoor living room—complete with a gas fireplace, fire pit, and BBQ grill—is perfect for cozy family evenings under the stars.
Your family will love the large grassy play area, which includes:
>Volleyball
?Badminton
>Cornhole
>Giant Jenga
>A putting green
Fun and laughter for all ages!
Inside, the game room keeps the excitement going with:
>Ping pong
>Foosball
>Classic 80s arcade cocktail table (with 60 games including Pac-Man & more!)
>Xbox One 1S for gamers in the family
We also provide thoughtful touches for families with little ones, including a Pack 'n Play crib, high chair, kids plates/utensils, kids’ toys, and board games. The Garden Cottage even has a charming kid-sized kitchenette to spark their imagination.
Planning beach days? We’ve got you covered with:
>Surfboards
>Boogie boards
>Beach chairs & toys
Stay connected with Cox High-Speed Internet (300 MBPS) and reliable coverage throughout the home and pool area.
Perfectly Located Near Family Attractions:
20 minutes to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
20 minutes to Legoland
20 minutes to the beach
40 minutes to SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, and Del Mar Racetrack
45 minutes to San Diego International Airport
1 hour to Disneyland
Come experience why families return year after year to Buena Creek Refuge—a place to relax, explore, and grow closer together.
Search “Buena Creek Refuge” for more info, and get ready to make memories that last a lifetime!
Property manager
Mark Stevens
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Vista
Located in Vista, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad State Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Oceanside Pier.
Travelling with kids? Consider LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

Vista, CA
What's nearby
- Twin Oaks Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
- Moonlight Ampitheatre - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
- The Wave Waterpark - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
- California State University San Marcos - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
- Palomar College - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taco Bell - 7 min drive
- Albertaco's Mexican Food - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 6 min drive
- Los Junior's Mexican Food - 5 min drive
- IHOP - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Mark Stevens

We live in San Diego and have 4 children and 7 grandkids. We bought this property for our kid's and grandkids to use. We call it "Grandkid Bait," they love spending time with us here and keep coming back for more!
Why they chose this property
Secluded but close to everything.
What makes this property unique
Completely secure refuge location. Mature landscaping and retreat like location. Each bedroom is set-up like a suite and private.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
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