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Holiday homes from £46
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Holiday homes from £212

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Gem of an apartment with craftsman touches in a very lovely setting - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Kitchen
Gem of an apartment with craftsman touches in a very lovely setting
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
£167+
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West Oakland Charm 3br3ba Cottage Ac Wd - Oakland - Living room
West Oakland Charm 3br3ba Cottage Ac Wd
West Oakland
10Wonderful(1)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£222+
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The Black and White House - Oakland
The Black and White House
West Oakland
8.0Very Good(2)
Parking
£225+
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Charming 2-Br, 2-Story Home In Heart Of La - Br4 - Los Angeles
Charming 2-Br, 2-Story Home In Heart Of La - Br4
Central Los Angeles
8.3Very Good(8)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£236+
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2BR Retreat in the Heart of Hollywood - BR6 - UC - Los Angeles
2BR Retreat in the Heart of Hollywood - BR6 - UC
Central Los Angeles
7.0Good(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£243+
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Trendy 2br Near Hollywood Hotspots - Br9 - Los Angeles
Trendy 2br Near Hollywood Hotspots - Br9
Central Los Angeles
6.7Okay(6)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£243+
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2BR Suite in the Heart of Hollywood -BR5 - Los Angeles
2BR Suite in the Heart of Hollywood -BR5
Central Los Angeles
8.7Very Good(23)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£247+
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Perfect Carmel Retreat - Walk to Downtown - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Beach
Perfect Carmel Retreat - Walk to Downtown
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Pet-friendly
£288+
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Charming Carmel House - Short Walk To 2 Beaches - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Beach
Charming Carmel House - Short Walk To 2 Beaches
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
£436+
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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
9.4Wonderful(211)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£476+
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Yosemite Vista - Yosemite Valley - Lobby
Yosemite Vista
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
6.5Okay(32)
Parking
Pet-friendly
£510+
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Carmel Home Nestled in the Woods- 4 BR/2.5 Bath - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Living room
Carmel Home Nestled in the Woods- 4 BR/2.5 Bath
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
£542+
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Time Honored Adobe Home - Sweeping Ocean View. - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Living room
Time Honored Adobe Home - Sweeping Ocean View.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£550+
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Sleeps 10 with 3 full bathrooms -Carmel, Peace of Heaven Family Vacation Home - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Building
Sleeps 10 with 3 full bathrooms -Carmel, Peace of Heaven Family Vacation Home
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Pet-friendly
£614+
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3795 The Artist's Way - Romantic, Cozy Flat in the Heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Golf course
3795 The Artist's Way - Romantic, Cozy Flat in the Heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
£663+
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3794 Forever Views II home - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Beach
3794 Forever Views II home
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
£920+
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Low season

December

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£290

Average price (weekend night)

£306
Cheapest month to stay with an average 10% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
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 October and August.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Tuesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Wednesday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in California for 7 days.
  • Pet-friendly, pool, air-conditioned, airport shuttle, hot tub, kitchen/kitchenette, and beachfront are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 19% 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 San Jose, with around 680 properties and an average price of £42. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are Homestay - Our house is in the center of the greater San Jose area, @ Marbella Lane Mini Guest House in Downtown San Jose, and Entire Studio Unit 2bed/1bath, Kitchen in San Jose.

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 (13%) and Yosemite Valley (6%). Searches for holida rentals in Malibu (5%), Palm Desert (4%) and Santa Monica (3%) 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 £17. 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 £1,055.

  • 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 £4,522.

  • 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, campgrounds, cottages, houses, homestays, villas, barns, cabins, condos, lodges, boats, bungalows, caravans, chalets, houseboats, luxury tents, farm stays, agritourism, campsites, caravan parks, timeshares, motorhomes, ranches, studios and castles.

  • 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 Fisherman's Cove Inn.

  • 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.

Where to stay in California?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in California by showing you the exact location of each holiday home.

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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(1570)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£322+
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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
£152+
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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
£218+
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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
£237+
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Tea Garden Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Lounge
Tea Garden Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.1Okay(326)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£120+
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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Living room
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
9.0Wonderful(324)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£268+
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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
£294+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very Good(885)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£112+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
£33+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Venice
8.7Very Good(1145)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£208+
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Everything you need to know for your stay in California

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