Holiday Springs of Escondido
A short drive from downtown San Diego, Holiday Springs of Escondido is a luxurious senior living community situated in Escondido, California, close to the gorgeous North County beaches. With a focus on a carefree lifestyle, this community, with a Spanish architectural flair, provides lavish independent living services. With amenities including routine housekeeping, linen, maintenance, and round-the-clock emergency response, residents benefit from a high standard of care. Flexible services guarantee that residents can preserve their independence while receiving the necessary care.
At Holiday Springs of Escondido, residents can enjoy a vibrant and stimulating environment through numerous amenities, such as a restaurant-style dining area, a pet-friendly courtyard, an on-site hairdresser, and regular transportation. Residents also have access to a library, fitness facility, and putting greens, as well as a comprehensive activity program that includes social, educational, and recreational events. Holiday Springs of Escondido guarantees residents a meaningful and independent lifestyle by providing comprehensive services and amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Holiday Springs of Escondido is legally operated by Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty and North County Mgr, and administered by Jessica Playa.
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2020 vs. California state average• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
• Total visits (56% above)
• Complaint visits (31% above)
• Complaint investigations (70% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (20% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
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Citations per inspection
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
| 25 | 16 | This facility has 56% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 56% worse |
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Complaint visits
| 17 | 13 | This facility has 31% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 31% worse Rank #1055 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1055th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Other visits
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Official inspections
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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Complaint investigations
| 17 | 10 | This facility has 70% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 70% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on November 7, 2025, cited two deficiencies for insufficient CPR-certified staff and exceeding approved hospice residents but found the facility generally clean and compliant.
- A March 28, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated loss of a resident’s dentures valued at $4,480 due to staff failure to safeguard personal property.
- Substantiated complaints in 2022 and 2024 included lack of resident supervision leading to elopement and refusal to readmit a resident after hospitalization, posing health and safety risks.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 460 - 530 / 930 sq. ft.
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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2.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Escondido's city center to Holiday Springs of Escondido's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.36 miles to nearest hospital (Palomar Medical Center Escondido)
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Compare Independent Living around the area
Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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#1 / 1159 | 21
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21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#337 / 1497 | 73.1% | - | Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Vi at La Jolla Village | IL AL MC NH SNF | San Diego (University City) | 783
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783
CA AVG
104
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88
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#218 / 2087 | 84
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84
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#731 / 1400 | 4 | 17
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17
CA AVG
13
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#1 / 1159 | 28
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28
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#159 / 1497 | 69.3% | - | Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res Mgmt | Suite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens | IL AL MC NH SNF | Pomona | 520
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520
CA AVG
104
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45
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45
CA AVG
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#1470 / 2087 | 94
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94
CA AVG
81
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#185 / 1400 | 5 | 3
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13
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0
CA AVG
3
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#1 / 1159 | 33
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33
CA AVG
13
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#92 / 1497 | 84.0% | - | Congregational Homes, Incorporated | Studio |
| Holiday Springs of Escondido | IL | Escondido (Midway) | 143
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143
CA AVG
104
Rank
#406 / 1644 | Yes |
84
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84
CA AVG
57
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#319 / 2087 | 76
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76
CA AVG
81
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#946 / 1400 | 4 | 17
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17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1055 / 1386 | 1
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1
CA AVG
3
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#413 / 1159 | 12
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12
CA AVG
13
Rank
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| The Reutlinger Community | IL AL MC NH SNF | Danville | 120
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120
CA AVG
104
Rank
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30
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CA AVG
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#1715 / 2087 | 86
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86
CA AVG
81
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11
CA AVG
13
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#884 / 1386 | 1
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1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1159 | 26
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26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#217 / 1497 | 65.0% | A+ | Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties Inc | Studio / 1 Bed |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Holiday Springs of Escondido
What neighborhood is Holiday Springs of Escondido in?
Holiday Springs of Escondido is in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido.
Who is the owner of Holiday Springs of Escondido?
Holiday Springs of Escondido is legally operated by Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty and North County Mgr, and administered by Jessica Playa.
Is Holiday Springs of Escondido in a walkable area?
Holiday Springs of Escondido has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Holiday Springs of Escondido?
Holiday Springs of Escondido's occupancy is 76%.
How long has Holiday Springs of Escondido been in business?
Holiday Springs of Escondido has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Springs of Escondido?
Yes, Holiday Springs of Escondido allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Holiday Springs of Escondido?
Jessica Playa is the administrator of Holiday Springs of Escondido.






















