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Most recommended holiday rentals in California

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Inn At Truckee - Truckee - Lobby
Inn At Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
7.5Good(661)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 554+
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Remodeled Solana Beach condo West of 5 - Solana Beach - Living room
Remodeled Solana Beach condo West of 5
Solana Beach, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(5)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 762+
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Quaint And Charming 2br Apt In Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apts by RedAwning - Emeryville - Living room
Quaint And Charming 2br Apt In Central Oakland 2 Bedroom Apts by RedAwning
Emeryville, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(12)
R2 936+
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Cozy and comfortable Studio - Hal2-UC - Los Angeles
Cozy and comfortable Studio - Hal2-UC
Central Los Angeles
5.5Fair(2)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R3 144+
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Cozy Emeryville Studio, Near Beaches and Parks! - Emeryville - Living room
Cozy Emeryville Studio, Near Beaches and Parks!
Emeryville, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R6 429+
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South Sierra Condominium 12062 - Solana Beach
South Sierra Condominium 12062
Solana Beach, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(10)
Free Wi-Fi
R6 775+
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Spacious Folsom Getaway w/ Pool & Hot Tub! - Folsom - Living room
Spacious Folsom Getaway w/ Pool & Hot Tub!
Folsom, CA, United States
9.2Wonderful(13)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R7 435+
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Paradise Awaits - Panoramic Ocean Views, big space - Solana Beach - Living room
Paradise Awaits - Panoramic Ocean Views, big space
Solana Beach, CA, United States
9.7Wonderful(16)
Free Wi-Fi
R7 470+
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Slope Side Studio in Northstar Village! - Truckee
Slope Side Studio in Northstar Village!
Truckee, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(28)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R7 496+
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Cozy Home near Beach/Racetrack - Solana Beach - Living room
Cozy Home near Beach/Racetrack
Solana Beach, CA, United States
9.5Wonderful(19)
Air conditioning
R7 848+
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Sand Pebbles Resort - Amazing 2 Bedroom Condo Right by the Beaches & Attractions - Solana Beach - Pool
Sand Pebbles Resort - Amazing 2 Bedroom Condo Right by the Beaches & Attractions
Solana Beach, CA, United States
9.2Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
R8 460+
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Contemporarily Designed Townhome With Fabulous Ocean Views !! - Solana Beach - Beach
Contemporarily Designed Townhome With Fabulous Ocean Views !!
Solana Beach, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(10)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R9 155+
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Hansel Escape - Truckee - Living room
Hansel Escape
Truckee, CA, United States
9.2Wonderful(15)
Pool
R13 272+
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Sleek and Chic by the Beach - Solana Beach - Pool
Sleek and Chic by the Beach
Solana Beach, CA, United States
9.6Wonderful(36)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R16 682+
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Solana Beach Beauty - Solana Beach - Kitchen
Solana Beach Beauty
Solana Beach, CA, United States
10Wonderful(11)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R21 871+
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Zen Villa @ Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles by Universal Studio - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Zen Villa @ Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles by Universal Studio
Central Los Angeles
8.0Very Good(3)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R54 720+
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September
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R4 731
R4 757
Cheapest month to stay with an average 9% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 38% 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 (50% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Claremont (11%) and Sacramento (6%). Searches for holida rentals in Oakhurst (6%), Santa Monica (6%) and Indio (6%) are also popular.

  • 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 R1 166. Search here for similar prices

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as R1 247 per night. 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, cabins, lodges, boats, bungalows, campgrounds, chalets, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, farm stays, campsites, agritourism, castles, ranches, resorts and studios.

  • 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 Mountain Trail Lodge And Vacation Rentals and Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California holiday rentals, with around 8% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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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(1607)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R3 023+
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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
R3 613+
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Heavenly Village Condos - Grand Residence - South Lake Tahoe - Kitchen
Heavenly Village Condos - Grand Residence
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.5Wonderful(5)
Free Wi-Fi
R6 497+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
R782+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles - Front desk
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.6Very Good(1158)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R3 370+
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