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Our top choices for Northern California vacation rentals

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by tall trees and ferns.

1. Emerald Forest Cabins

Emerald Forest Cabins
3.0 star property
Trinidad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (971 reviews)
"The cabin was better than expected and the setting among the giant trees was beautiful."
United States
Keir
$159 nightly
The price is $182
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Forest Cabins
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, picnic tables, and string lights.

2. Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow
3.0 star property
Mendocino
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (319 reviews)
"Property was really nice and comfortable. Very quiet and quaint."
United States
Byron
$178 nightly
The price is $197
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Mendo Bungalow
A deck with wooden chairs and tables, overlooking a lake with boats and a dock.

3. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
2.5 star property
Kings Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (453 reviews)
"Clean rooms and very close to the lake"
United States
Angelica
$150 nightly
The price is $168
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
In-room dining

4. Sierra Meadows

Sierra Meadows
3.0 star property
Ahwahnee
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,017 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Kaitlin
$73 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Sierra Meadows
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
$165 nightly
The price is $177
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden deck with two green chairs and a table, overlooking a lake and forested hills.

6. Lakeshore Resort

Lakeshore Resort
3.0 star property
Lakehead-Lakeshore
6.4 out of 10, (18 reviews)
"It was relieving being able to get into our cabin after office hours! Especially with our work schedule. The bar was amazing! The bartender and manager were great people. The cabin was great as well. Definitely coming back!!"
United States
Dominick
$78 nightly
The price is $85
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Lakeshore Resort
A row of colorful, single-story houses with numbered windows, white picket fences, and well-maintained lawns.

7. RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
3.0 star property
Stonehouse
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,541 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Waldemar.
$119 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
A sauna with wooden walls and benches.

8. Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
3.0 star property
The Village At Palisades Tahoe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (665 reviews)
"Love this lodge, especially midweek off season!"
United States
Rebecca
$147 nightly
The price is $165
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
A covered patio area with a concrete floor and wooden pillars.

9. Bigfoot Bungalow

Bigfoot Bungalow
Crescent City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"Great location, Enjoyed Our stay,Awesome little place,Would Rent Again in a Heartbeat!!!Thank You so Much!!"
United States
Ed
$171 nightly
The price is $171
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Bigfoot Bungalow
A view from a window overlooking a lake with a dock and greenery.

10. Clear Lake Cottages & Marina

Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
2.5 star property
Clearlake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (385 reviews)
"Clean, cozy and cute."
United States
Julian
$133 nightly
The price is $148
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

11. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (528 reviews)
"Peaceful and wonderful stay. I have no idea about this place and I am so happy that we came here for my daughter’s birthday. She loved it and it is only 20 minutes from Santa Cruz. Definitely recommend."
United States
Shireen
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, and a television.

12. Bridgeview

Bridgeview
2.5 star property
North Fresno
7.0 out of 10, Good, (124 reviews)
"Loved my stay❤️🩵"
United States
Stephanie
$65 nightly
The price is $74
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Bridgeview
A stone fireplace with a fire, surrounded by wooden furniture and a red carpeted floor.

13. Heidelberg Inn

Heidelberg Inn
2.5 star property
June Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (650 reviews)
"The hotel is nestled in the middle of the mountains, very beautiful scenery."
United States
Ruslan
$174 nightly
The price is $200
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Heidelberg Inn
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with outdoor umbrellas.

14. Waybound Yosemite

Waybound Yosemite
3.0 star property
Fish Camp
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great location and the food was incredible!"
United States
Crista
$339 nightly
The price is $394
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Waybound Yosemite
A small cabin with a wooden roof and a porch, surrounded by dense forest and ferns.

15. Fern Hook Cabins 700

Fern Hook Cabins 700
Crescent City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Clean and tidy"
United States
Christopher
$226 nightly
The price is $246
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Fern Hook Cabins 700
A bedroom with a large bed, a mirror, and a view into the kitchen.

16. Cozy country retreat 5 minutes from the beach and redwoods.

Cozy country retreat 5 minutes from the beach and redwoods.
Crescent City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"This place was great, clean and spacious. Equipped with anything and everything"
United States
jolie
$246 nightly
The price is $246
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy country retreat 5 minutes from the beach and redwoods.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

17. One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!

One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!
Crescent City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (117 reviews)
"super clean, nice space. on a busy street, so if noise is an issue, bring a white noise machine for sleeping. great stay!"
United States
lori
$165 nightly
The price is $172
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!
A red barn with a white window and garage door.

18. The Hideout

The Hideout
Crescent City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay as we were traveling the coast! The host was great, highly recommend staying here!!"
United States
Amber J.
$185 nightly
The price is $197
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Hideout
A mountain lodge with a steep roof, surrounded by autumn foliage and a rocky mountain backdrop.

19. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
Olympic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a charming hotel, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Our deluxe one bedroom with the kitchen worked perfectly for us. We would recommend this hotel as a lovely place to stay in Lake Tahoe."
United States
YaelandAri
$135 nightly
The price is $147
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Olympic Village Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a scenic landscape with trees and hills.

20. Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping

Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
1.0 star property
Mariposa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Staff are great and nice!"
United States
Nestarlin
$118 nightly
The price is $134
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"Great staff, clean rooms"
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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