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The Rose Garden Retreat - San Jose - Living room
The Rose Garden Retreat
Rose Garden / Bascom-Forest
Air conditioning
£276+
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3797 Pine Place ~ Large Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea Flat, Walk Everywhere - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Outdoor view
3797 Pine Place ~ Large Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea Flat, Walk Everywhere
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
£495+
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Yosemite Vista - Yosemite Valley - Lobby
Yosemite Vista
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
6.3Okay(31)
Parking
Pet-friendly
£715+
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Newly Remodeled 4br 4ba With Bonus Room Spectacular Valley Views - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Dining room
Newly Remodeled 4br 4ba With Bonus Room Spectacular Valley Views
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(48)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£1,019+
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3892 Carmel Pearl home - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Dining room
3892 Carmel Pearl home
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
£824+
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Inside Yosemite Winter Wonderland - Yosemite West - Building
Inside Yosemite Winter Wonderland
Yosemite West, CA, United States
7.2Good(17)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£670+
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Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Patio
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
7.9Good(6927)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£302+
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Forman by AvantStay Pool Near Hollywood Studios - Burbank - Bedroom
Forman by AvantStay Pool Near Hollywood Studios
Burbank, CA, United States
9.5Wonderful(4)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£634+
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Carmel Dolores Cottages - Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel Dolores Cottages
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£387+
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3797 Pine Place apts - Carmel-by-the-Sea
3797 Pine Place apts
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
6.0Okay(2)
Pet-friendly
£596+
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Quail Meadow - Yosemite Valley
Quail Meadow
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
£580+
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Jumping Deer - Yosemite West
Jumping Deer
Yosemite West, CA, United States
5.7Fair(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£361+
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Pine Arbor Retreat - Yosemite West
Pine Arbor Retreat
Yosemite West, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£689+
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Hawks Nest Lodge - Yosemite West
Hawks Nest Lodge
Yosemite West, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(36)
Parking
£362+
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Suite Sunshine A - Yosemite West
Suite Sunshine A
Yosemite West, CA, United States
7.6Good(8)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£333+
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30 Pct Off!! Limited Time! Malibu Zen Guest Suite, Near Beach & Hiking Trails, Central Location - Malibu
30 Pct Off!! Limited Time! Malibu Zen Guest Suite, Near Beach & Hiking Trails, Central Location
Malibu, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(20)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£280+
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Low season

September

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£236

Average price (weekend night)

£268
Cheapest month to stay with an average 10% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 49% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect California holiday rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap holiday rental in California, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest holiday homes in California can be found in August and October.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Tuesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Friday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in California for 8 days.
  • The cheapest California holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £252, while the most expensive was £252.
  • Pet-friendly, pool, air-conditioned, airport shuttle, hot tub, and kitchen/kitchenette are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 12% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in California.
  • The city in California with the most affordable holiday homes is Burbank, with around 114 properties and an average price of £136. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are 2 Miles Burbank Airport & Amtrak, 6-7 Miles Universal City, 10 Miles Hollywood, Burbank Quiet & Clean & Private By Warner Brothers & Ny Film Academy - Pet Ok, and Submersive Art King Bed Wifi Sanitized Downtown.
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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 (19% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Diego (14%) and San Francisco (6%). Searches for holida rentals in Palm Desert (5%), Yosemite Valley (5%) and Malibu (5%) 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 £24. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly California holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £1,520.

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

    The average price for a monthly California holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £6,514.

  • 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, agritourism, barns, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, farm stays, lodges, motorhomes, castles, boats, bungalows, houseboats, luxury tents, campsites, caravan parks, timeshares, ranches 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 Econo Lodge Sacramento Convention Center and Yosemite View Lodge.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California holiday rentals, with around 15% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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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(1532)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£237+
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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
£155+
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Holly's Place - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Holly's Place
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(87)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£199+
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Playpark Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Playpark Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.2Good(185)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£144+
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Tea Garden Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Lounge
Tea Garden Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.1Okay(318)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£84+
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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Living room
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.8Very Good(315)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£273+
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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
£258+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very Good(872)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£155+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
£34+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Venice
8.6Very Good(1132)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£217+
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