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Most recommended holiday rentals in California

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A Gem in the San Francisco Bay - Emeryville - Kitchen
A Gem in the San Francisco Bay
Emeryville, CA, United States
R2 628+
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Inn At Truckee - Truckee - Lobby
Inn At Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
7.5Good(629)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 853+
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7 Mi to Folsom Lake Sacramento Area Apartment - Folsom
7 Mi to Folsom Lake Sacramento Area Apartment
Folsom, CA, United States
10Wonderful(2)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R3 073+
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Susanville's cutest cottage 3 beds 1 bath sleeps 4 - Susanville
Susanville's cutest cottage 3 beds 1 bath sleeps 4
Susanville, CA, United States
6.8Okay(19)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R3 305+
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Charming 1-bedroom upper unit. Renovated home walking distance to shops & eats - Susanville - Living room
Charming 1-bedroom upper unit. Renovated home walking distance to shops & eats
Susanville, CA, United States
Air conditioning
R3 930+
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Efficiently Equipped Pacifica Apt - 1 Mi to Beach! - Pacifica - Building
Efficiently Equipped Pacifica Apt - 1 Mi to Beach!
Pacifica, CA, United States
7.3Good(3)
Free Wi-Fi
R5 592+
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Ocean glimpse from the patio - Pacifica - Living room
Ocean glimpse from the patio
Pacifica, CA, United States
7.0Good(1)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R6 664+
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Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Patio
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
7.9Good(7087)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R7 633+
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Village Camp Truckee - Truckee - Kitchen
Village Camp Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(18)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R7 755+
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Scenic Susanville Cabin with Deck on Eagle Lake - Susanville - Living room
Scenic Susanville Cabin with Deck on Eagle Lake
Susanville, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(16)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R8 218+
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Oceanview Sunset View 3br Luxe Home Yard - Pacifica - Living room
Oceanview Sunset View 3br Luxe Home Yard
Pacifica, CA, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R8 651+
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Yosemite Woods Duplex in Yosemite-Upper Unit - Yosemite West - Patio
Yosemite Woods Duplex in Yosemite-Upper Unit
Yosemite West, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(16)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R9 192+
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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(214)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R10 195+
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Cub's cabin Family house inside the gates of Yosemite Park!!! - Yosemite Valley - Living room
Cub's cabin Family house inside the gates of Yosemite Park!!!
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
5.7Fair(14)
R10 219+
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Bassett's Cabin - Yosemite Valley
Bassett's Cabin
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R11 423+
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Quail Meadow - Yosemite Valley
Quail Meadow
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R16 734+
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January
August
R7 559
R8 379
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 67% rise in price.
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Top tips for finding the perfect California holiday rental

FAQs when booking a holiday home in California

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

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular destination is Los Angeles (82% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Oakhurst (9%) and San Francisco (9%).

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California holiday rentals for tonight for as little as R410. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of holiday rentals are available in California?

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

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

    There are many types of properties available for California holiday rentals. If you’re looking for something special, holiday rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa and Mountain Trail Lodge And Vacation Rentals.

  • What are the most popular California holiday rentals for a large group?

    If you’re a large group then you’ll need plenty of space. The highest rated holiday home that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users is Hyatt Northstar Lodge.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California holiday rentals, with around 14% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in California?

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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(1578)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R6 983+
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The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(177)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R3 716+
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Heavenly Village Condos - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Heavenly Village Condos
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.6Wonderful(6)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R6 941+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
R804+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Venice
8.7Very Good(1147)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R5 396+
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