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Yosemite Vista - Yosemite Valley - Lobby
Yosemite Vista
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
6.5Okay(32)
Parking
Pet friendly
₪2,472+
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YoBee! Park Reservation Included! Heart of Yosemite - Homey Studios and Breakfast - Yosemite West - Balcony
YoBee! Park Reservation Included! Heart of Yosemite - Homey Studios and Breakfast
Yosemite West, CA, United States
9.4Wonderful(208)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪2,346+
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Evergreen - Wawona - Living room
Evergreen
Wawona, CA, United States
9.4Wonderful(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪2,228+
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.7Very good(1563)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪1,532+
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Modern Homestay 2 - Los Angeles - Kitchen
Modern Homestay 2
Central Los Angeles
₪91+
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Black Bear Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Black Bear Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.4Wonderful(602)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪1,220+
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Stay or Ski @ Heavenly & enjoy your 2 bedrooms @ Marriott Grand Residence Resort - South Lake Tahoe - Lounge
Stay or Ski @ Heavenly & enjoy your 2 bedrooms @ Marriott Grand Residence Resort
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.8Very good(184)
Air Conditioning
₪2,650+
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Alpenhof Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Bedroom
Alpenhof Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.3Very good(1428)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪726+
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Tea Garden Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Lounge
Tea Garden Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.0Okay(323)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪585+
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Lakeland Village South Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Lakeland Village South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.9Good(36)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₪1,168+
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Emerald Bay Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Emerald Bay Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.9Mediocre(30)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
₪710+
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Elevation Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Elevation Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.3Good(218)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪570+
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Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II Resort - Palm Desert - Lobby
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II Resort
Palm Desert, CA, United States
8.7Very good(533)
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪505+
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The Summit Condominiums - Mammoth Lakes - Living room
The Summit Condominiums
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪2,016+
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Yosemite Summit & Little Summit - Yosemite Valley
Yosemite Summit & Little Summit
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
8.6Very good(16)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₪4,736+
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Extraordinary Escape with Rooftop Pool 2 - San Diego
Extraordinary Escape with Rooftop Pool 2
Downtown
7.7Good(6)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪3,032+
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May

Average price (weeknight)

₪1,232

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₪1,528
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
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Top tips for finding the perfect California vacation rental

FAQs when booking a vacation home in California

  • What is the most popular vacation rental destination in California?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular destination is Yosemite Valley (33% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Los Angeles (24%) and Santa Monica (10%). Searches for vacation rentals in El Portal (10%), San Fernando (5%) and Anaheim (5%) are also popular.

  • How much is a vacation rental in California for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California vacation rentals for tonight for as low as ₪111. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental in California for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as ₪125 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in California?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in California. You’ll find apartments, caravans, condos, cottages, houses, homestays, villas, campgrounds, boats, bungalows, cabins, chalets, houseboats, lodges, luxury tents, farm stays, recreational vehicles, agritourism, caravan parks, holiday parks, timeshares, barns, ranches and studios.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in California?

    There are many types of properties available for California vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa and Black Forest Lodge.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in California?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California vacation rentals, with around 15% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Living room
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.9Very good(322)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪1,288+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very good(881)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪527+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
₪157+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Venice
8.7Very good(1142)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪956+
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