California, US Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 2,000 vacation rentals in California, US that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $40 per night, and houses and cabins are popular options for a stay in California. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Mar 2023

Palm Desert Home Away From Home

We were seeking a property that was similar to our own home. That meant an updated, very clean, and bright house in a nice neighborhood with a high walkability factor. It was also important to be central to all the golf courses in the area. We were l...

Stayed Feb 2023

Great time again

This was our second time staying at this property. The unit has a great location, close to downtown and other amenities. It's clean, modern and well equipped and the private pool is a real bonus. John is always attentive to any issues. Highly recomm...

Stayed Nov 2022

Home away from home

This is the fourth time we've stayed at this property. One doesn't get repeat customers if ones isn't doing something very right. And our host definitely has things set up perfectly for someone with dogs, like us. I honestly don't know what else to...

Stayed Aug 2022

Relaxing long weekend at the Dunes

Overall, we enjoyed this condo. The kitchen was well equipped, the furniture and beds were comfortable. The only issue we had is that most of the time we could not connect to the wireless to get internet, once in a while it would work but for the mos...

Stayed Jul 2022

Enjoyed our stay

This home was wonderful with beautiful location! We enjoyed staying here. It was little bit noisy from the bar at night but the house and location was worth it. It was very easy to communicate with Property Manager Kris. Would like to stay here again...

Stayed May 2022

Wonderful Gem in La Quinta!!

My family and I had the pleasure of staying at this lovely home for six weeks....and would have stayed much longer if we could!! I can't say enough about this property and the host - almost tempted to keep this our little secret to ensure we wouldn't...

Stayed Apr 2022

Perfection!

The Villa was a great spot for a girls weekend. Everything is updated and remodeled beautifully, and there was plenty of room for the 3 of us. Super smooth check in process and Robert was a great host! Thank you for the fabulous digs for the weekend!

Stayed Mar 2022

Laguna Beach House: aptly named, perfectly located, beach living at its finest.

Right to the point about living in the Beach House: ~1500 of the best allocated square feet, condensed into a single unit, you could expect. All three bedrooms are great sizes with plenty of closet space - two ensuite bedrooms and one bedroom with an...

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Destination guide

Take in the beachside beauty of California

The area's live music and museums are just a few of the reasons to vacation in California. This welcoming city is known for its beaches, shopping and restaurants. Kia Forum, Shoreline Amphitheatre and Medieval Times are a few of the top cultural sights. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.

Things to do

Sightseeing in and around California

Are you hoping to find top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your vacation home and check out everything that makes California a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Wild Water Adventure Park (9.3 mi / 14.9 km)
Fresno Chaffee Zoo (22.3 mi / 35.9 km)
Island Waterpark (26.7 mi / 42.9 km)
Kings River Winery (10.9 mi / 17.6 km)
No Surrender Laser Tag & Adventure Park (15.4 mi / 24.7 km)
Ridge Creek Dinuba Golf Club (16.1 mi / 25.8 km)

Natural features

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in California

Whether you're an active traveler or just want to take in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in California. Here are some of the area’s most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Pine Flat Lake (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
Woodward Park (21.2 mi / 34.2 km)
Millerton Lake (21.4 mi / 34.5 km)
Shaver Lake (25 mi / 40.3 km)
Grant Grove Visitor Center (25.3 mi / 40.7 km)
Kings Canyon National Park Big Stump Entrance (25.5 mi / 41 km)

How to get there

Transportation to and around California

Fly into Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT), the closest airport, located 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from the city center.

If you're traveling by train, Fresno Station, Hanford Station and Madera Station are the main stations in the city. You can see more of California by jumping on the metro at Santa Teresa Station, Cottle Station or Snell Station.

What's the best place to stay if you're looking to rent a house for a weekend in California?

If you love the idea of sliding open the balcony doors to glorious views of the ocean, make your way to Santa Monica Beach in Santa Monica. Browse our beachfront vacation rentals here and spend a couple of relaxed days strolling the shore and dozing off to the sounds of splashing waves.