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55Awesome spot!! My dog had an amazing time sniffing and running around. Hosts are super great too. Will definitely come back.
55Lovely large space and great communication from the owner!
55Great space. My dogs really enjoyed themselves!
55Wonderful space, has plenty for the dogs to explore and a nice grassy corner in the back that's big enough for running around! The space is also very calming, has trees, landscaping and even a small garden! Overall, a very positive experience!
55Awesome Space ! My doggy loved exploring and relaxing !
55This spot was great! Very clean, secure fencing, and private. We will be back for sure!
55Absolutely beautiful property & kid friendly. My Dog and my children had a blast, will definitely be returning
55I needed some time to kill while I was in the area with my dogs, so I booked this Sniffspot. First time using the app and will be doing it again!
55Spacious with lots for our 2 dogs to explore and sniff. Varied with some grassy mixed with dirt areas (hard packed). Host was a great communicator. Plenty of seating and a few shady options. We will return!
55Wonderful yard. Charlie loved it. Booked again. Highly recommend.
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Dog Heaven! 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Vista

Vista, California
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1 acre
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Dog Heaven! 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Vista

Vista, California
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Fully Fenced
1 acre
Dog Heaven! 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Vista - Vista, California
Dog Heaven! 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Vista - Vista, California
Dog Heaven! 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Vista - Vista, California

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

GUEST FEEDBACK

23% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

No

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleYes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Yes (Always)

GUEST FEEDBACK

35% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.


Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can

Table

Water - hose


Pricing
35 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Members get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Vista, California

Description

Let your dog roam around our fully-fenced in yard. Your dog will love sniffing around where our pooch had been as well as all those pensky rabbits and gophers. There is a lot for dogs to explore and plenty of comfortable seating for you. Bask in the sun or lounge in the shade. Make yourself comfortable while your dog gets their zoomies out.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Note: Rabbits and gophers are present on the property. Gopher holes may pose a tripping or paw injury hazard. Dogs with high prey drive may find this environment highly stimulating.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

Please clean up after your dog — doggie bags are provided and can be disposed of in the gray garbage bin by the gate. Kiddie pool available upon request. Please drain when done. Please be sure to close the gate when you leave. Thank you!


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.91 (23 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Katherine G.

Joined in June 2026


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Our dogs are in their separate area on the other side of the property or, most likely, inside our house. You may see me across the property working in my tea herb garden or berry patch, or hanging out with my chickens. You may hear our chickens and roosters, though they’re far enough away that you won’t see them from the park. Our neighbors have horses, which you may occasionally hear. We have a privacy screen along the shared fence to help provide separation. Horses can be startled by a ball or Frisbee landing near their feet, so please keep toys within our park and aim your throws away from the horses and their fence. At the top of the property, please stay at least five feet from the neighbor’s fence. Our neighbors value their privacy, and respecting this boundary helps us keep The Artsy Dog Place open for everyone to enjoy. Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors and their animals, too. A quick rinse before heading home We have a hose for muddy paws or a quick rinse. Please use water only—no soap, shampoo, or full baths, as we don’t have suitable drainage for bathing products. Keep rinses brief, turn the water off completely, and return the hose when you’re done. Water is precious here, and every bit we save matters. During the rainy season, balls may get wet or muddy. If they’re too muddy, please leave them in the provided bucket, and we’ll take care of cleaning them. A little care from each of us One of the nicest things about this community is how we care for a place we all enjoy. Please pick up your dog’s poop and leave the park ready for the next family. It’s always lovely to arrive at a clean place, and a little care from each of us makes that possible. Poop bags are available by the entrance. Put filled bags in the designated green bin only; the blue bin is for cans and plastic bottles, and the black bin is for regular trash. Before you go, return toys and furniture to their places and gather your belongings. Please keep your dog leashed when entering and leaving, and stay within your reserved time so each family can enjoy a private visit. No smoking, alcohol, or glass containers allowed. Make yourselves at home Whether you’re visiting for the first time or your dog already knows exactly where they’re headed, we’re happy to share this place with you. Run, sniff, paint, have a picnic, or sit quietly under a tree together. Please keep sharing your ideas with us. Your feedback has helped shape this park, and we want to keep making it a place that feels good for dogs and the people who love them. Follow our little community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artsydogplace/ We’d love for you to share your photos and tag @artsydogplace so we can see them. Your pups, favorite corners, painted rocks, and picnic moments are all part of the story we’re creating together. ❤️🐾

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20 credits dog / hour

Escondido, CA

Private dog park
4.9(923)

Stefanie's Private Dog Park In San Marcos

Partially Fenced
20 acres

"This field is huge! My dogs had an amazing time running around and exploring 😍 There is shade under the trees, and the part that wasn't fenced in wasn't an issue for us. If your dogs don't have solid recall, stick to the fenced side. The whole place is so big, you shouldn't have a problem getting a good amount of walking/running in, without coming too close to the un-fenced side. I walked around for about 2 miles, and I'm guessing my dogs probably did twice that 😆 The host was nice and allowed extra time, because I took a wrong turn coming there and was late to my booked time. We will definitely be back."

"I love this property. I haven’t been in a few months, but I went back..." more

10 credits dog / hour

San Marcos, CA