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Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
Oak Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay had a wonderful stay and met a lot of great people"
United States
Derrick
The price is AU$430
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Casa Iglesia

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
3.0 star property
Stonehouse
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,413 reviews)
"Stayed here with parents for a weekend getaway. Was really nice, spacious accommodation and had everything we needed for our stay."
United States
Claudia
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

7 Springs Inn & Suites

7 Springs Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Uptown Design District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,078 reviews)
"Loved staying there"
United States
Erik
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
7 Springs Inn & Suites

Sierra Meadows

Sierra Meadows
3.0 star property
Ahwahnee
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (930 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room"
United States
Victor
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Sierra Meadows

Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
Olympic Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Excellent location."
United States
Yamile
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Olympic Village Inn

Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Bear Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,322 reviews)
"Lots of activity, perfect place for a family vac."
United States
Resurrecion
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Lagonita Lodge

Snow Lake Lodge

Snow Lake Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Bear Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (548 reviews)
"Great value, great location, and very spacious."
United States
Sai Ping Charles
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Snow Lake Lodge

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
2.5 star property
Solana Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel."
United States
Jose Arturo
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
3.0 star property
The Village At Palisades Tahoe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (612 reviews)
"We really enjoyed it here and will definitely be back!"
United States
Charisse
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Bridgeview

Bridgeview
2.5 star property
North Fresno
7.0 out of 10, Good, (55 reviews)
"Staff was nice rooms were clean and the price was good"
United States
Amy Rene
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Bridgeview

Elysian Escape

Elysian Escape
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Very comfortable cabin . Cozy beds and beautiful kitchen. We are truly grateful for the experience. My family loved it ."
United States
Ernest J
The price is AU$417
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Elysian Escape

Vista Mirage Resort

Vista Mirage Resort
3.5 star property
Baristo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (934 reviews)
"Very good and clean hotel"
United States
Romela
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Vista Mirage Resort

San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates
2.5 star property
San Diego Country Estates
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (281 reviews)
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
San Diego Country Estates

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
San Clemente
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,583 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Ryan
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
San Clemente Inn

Getaways at Lagonita Lodge

Getaways at Lagonita Lodge
3.5 star property
Big Bear Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United States
William
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Getaways at Lagonita Lodge

Pet friendly. 1 mi to beach. Not a house share.

Pet friendly. 1 mi to beach. Not a house share.
Oceano
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at the magical folk art casa. She created a beautiful little private patio space to relax and enjoy our short stay in oceana."
United States
Quadrants
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Pet friendly. 1 mi to beach. Not a house share.

❤Hot Tub❤Pergola+Firepit+Close To DT JT❤

❤Hot Tub❤Pergola+Firepit+Close To DT JT❤
Hidden River
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"We love our stay!"
United States
Alejandro M.
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
❤Hot Tub❤Pergola+Firepit+Close To DT JT❤

The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort

The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort
3.0 star property
Hemet
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (104 reviews)
"This place is great!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort

Top Floor Grand Sierra Village Lodge 1BR Exquisitely...

Top Floor Grand Sierra Village Lodge 1BR Exquisitely...
Mammoth Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Great place, location, amenities and instructions were perfect. "
United States
cyn y.
The price is AU$382
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Top Floor Grand Sierra Village Lodge 1BR Exquisitely...

One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!

One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!
Crescent City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"It was a great location, the laundry was a nice plus and everything was clean and comfortable. Host was very responsive."
United States
Jess V.
The price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!
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Everything you need to know about California holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the California holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect California holiday rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favourite filters to narrow down your search. 

California holiday rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in California. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depend on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A California holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in. The selection of California holiday rentals we have chosen for you start as low as AU$153 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals.

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At Expedia, we put the best California holiday rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia. 

To find some top California rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream California holiday.

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