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1. Sierra Meadows

Sierra Meadows
3.0 star property
Ahwahnee
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (976 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Areanna
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sierra Meadows

2. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
2.5 star property
Kings Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Beautiful resort and friendly employees. Our room was spotless!!"
United States
Bob and Debbie
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

3. San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
San Clemente
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,644 reviews)
"Great stay, hope to return again."
United States
Steve
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
San Clemente Inn

4. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay
3.0 star property
San Diego Country Estates
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,071 reviews)
"best place to relax, nice people"
United States
BO
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

5. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
Olympic Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"When you looking for a place to have a calm and peaceful this is definitely the place amazing view clean place friendly staff very happy we will be back."
United States
Leocadio de
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Olympic Village Inn

6. Emerald Forest Cabins

Emerald Forest Cabins
3.0 star property
Trinidad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (949 reviews)
"We enjoyed our visit"
United States
Wendy
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Emerald Forest Cabins

7. RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
3.0 star property
Stonehouse
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,483 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was great."
United States
Cynthia
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

8. 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, (645 reviews)
"Everything about this hotel was great, from checking in to the cleanness of the rooms."
United States
Ellie Fay
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

9. The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach
4.0 star property
Summerland
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$424
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

10. The Americana Village

The Americana Village
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,755 reviews)
"Beautiful stay"
United States
Sterling Delano
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Americana Village

11. 7 Springs Inn & Suites

7 Springs Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Uptown Design District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,142 reviews)
"Great place to stay generally speaking. Would recommend especially if you want to stay in a lively hotel.."
United States
Lloyd
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
7 Springs Inn & Suites

12. The Sierra House

The Sierra House
4.0 star property
The Trails
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Very convenient location, got some nice view from our room as well."
United States
ChaoHsin
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Sierra House

13. Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Bear Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,378 reviews)
"Lots of activity, perfect place for a family vac."
United States
Resurrecion
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Lagonita Lodge

14. San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates
2.5 star property
San Diego Country Estates
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
San Diego Country Estates

15. Mama Bear's Cozy Cabin

Mama Bear's Cozy Cabin
2.0 star property
Sugarloaf
The price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Mama Bear's Cozy Cabin

16. Snow Lake Lodge

Snow Lake Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Bear Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (578 reviews)
"Great overall And great prices for the season"
United States
Josue
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Snow Lake Lodge

17. 11 miles to Kings Canyon Natl Park with Wi-Fi

11 miles to Kings Canyon Natl Park with Wi-Fi
Miramonte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (311 reviews)
"This cabin is such a hidden gem. Every amenity you would need along with historic authenticity and charm. So much nicer than staying at the park lodges. It's got a great local bar and grill right across the road and we enjoyed having a beer there after a long day. Highly recommend this cabin!"
United States
Nancy and Tim
The price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
11 miles to Kings Canyon Natl Park with Wi-Fi

18. Vista Mirage Resort

Vista Mirage Resort
3.5 star property
Baristo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (966 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, free wifi, great location."
United States
Sook
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Vista Mirage Resort

19. Waybound Yosemite

Waybound Yosemite
3.0 star property
Fish Camp
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Clean room ,great staff ,excellent food and peaceful environment."
United States
prasanna
The price is AU$697
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Waybound Yosemite

20. Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Coronado
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (817 reviews)
"Clean and large room, friendly staff and beach equipment was great to have."
United States
Kimberlee
The price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Coronado Beach Resort
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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$145 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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