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Most recommended vacation rentals in California

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Great Stay in South San Jose - San Jose
Great Stay in South San Jose
South San Jose
8.2Very good(15)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪360+
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Tea Garden Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Lounge
Tea Garden Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.6Okay(343)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪368+
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The Lodge at Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Beach
The Lodge at Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.7Very good(52)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₪377+
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Molivu Homes 1br - New Build, Pet Friendly, W-D - San Jose - Living room
Molivu Homes 1br - New Build, Pet Friendly, W-D
South San Jose
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪603+
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Studio Mins To Lax , Venice Beach & Sony Studios CC B - Culver City - Patio
Studio Mins To Lax , Venice Beach & Sony Studios CC B
Culver City, CA, United States
7.6Good(29)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪736+
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.6Very good(1596)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪953+
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Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Patio
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
7.9Good(7313)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪1,108+
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Pet Friendly Santa Clara Home 6 Mi to San Jose! - Santa Clara - Balcony
Pet Friendly Santa Clara Home 6 Mi to San Jose!
Santa Clara, CA, United States
9.2Wonderful(18)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪1,235+
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Inside Yosemite Park-Cozy Corner Unit-Sleeps 2 - Yosemite West - Living room
Inside Yosemite Park-Cozy Corner Unit-Sleeps 2
Yosemite West, CA, United States
5.8Fair(3)
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Free Wi-Fi
₪1,381+
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Treetop Condo in Yosemite-Sleeps 6-Balcony - Yosemite West
Treetop Condo in Yosemite-Sleeps 6-Balcony
Yosemite West, CA, United States
2.5Poor(1)
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Free Wi-Fi
₪1,523+
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Lower Cascades - Yosemite West - Living room
Lower Cascades
Yosemite West, CA, United States
9.4Wonderful(28)
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Free Wi-Fi
₪1,712+
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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
9.5Wonderful(230)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪1,830+
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Spring Wonderland - Yosemite West
Spring Wonderland
Yosemite West, CA, United States
8.1Very good(39)
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Free Wi-Fi
₪1,849+
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Home in Yosemite-Brookside Cottage-Sleeps 10 - Yosemite West
Home in Yosemite-Brookside Cottage-Sleeps 10
Yosemite West, CA, United States
7.2Good(35)
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Free Wi-Fi
₪2,111+
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Mariposa Grove Creekside Retreat - Fish Camp - Living room
Mariposa Grove Creekside Retreat
Fish Camp, CA, United States
10Wonderful(4)
Parking
Air Conditioning
₪2,511+
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Quail Meadow - Yosemite Valley
Quail Meadow
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪2,564+
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January
March
₪1,003
₪1,019
Cheapest month to stay with an average 4% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 (43% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Palm Desert (13%) and Santa Monica (9%). Searches for vacation rentals in El Portal (9%), Topanga (4%) and San Francisco (4%) 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 ₪231. 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 ₪290 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, luxury tents, villas, campgrounds, barns, cabins, lodges, boats, bungalows, chalets, houseboats, farm stays, recreational vehicles, agritourism, caravan parks, holiday parks, timeshares, castles, 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 13% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in California?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in California by showing you the exact location of each vacation home.

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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Living room
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
9.0Wonderful(335)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪1,079+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very good(906)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪499+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
₪150+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.6Very good(1157)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪646+
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