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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, (966 reviews)
"Cozy, clean and practically located a stone’s throw from Trinidad, right in the middle of giants grove"
United States
Jean
$159 nightly
The price is $182
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Forest Cabins
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

2. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
$144 nightly
The price is $153
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
In-room dining

3. Sierra Meadows

Sierra Meadows
3.0 star property
Ahwahnee
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Areanna
$73 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Sierra Meadows
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, two mirrors, a potted plant, and a bench.

4. Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow
3.0 star property
Mendocino
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Property was really nice and comfortable. Very quiet and quaint."
United States
Byron
$191 nightly
The price is $212
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Mendo Bungalow
A beachside seating area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the sea and boats.

5. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
2.5 star property
Kings Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449 reviews)
"Beautiful views and friendly staff"
United States
Lysette
$159 nightly
The price is $178
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
A lakeside view with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by trees and hills.

6. Lakeshore Resort

Lakeshore Resort
3.0 star property
Lakehead-Lakeshore
6.4 out of 10, (17 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
$80 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Lakeshore Resort
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

7. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (525 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
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a shaggy rug.

8. Lake Front Cabins

Lake Front Cabins
2.5 star property
June Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (285 reviews)
"We absolutely loved this place , very clean with all the essentials"
United States
Jairo
$127 nightly
The price is $146
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Front Cabins
A sauna with wooden walls and benches.

9. 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, (659 reviews)
"Loved our off-season stay."
United States
CELIA
$90 nightly
The price is $101
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, air conditioning unit, ceiling fan, window with curtains, and a door.

10. Peaceful Cottage Retreat - 1 mile from Lake Shasta

Peaceful Cottage Retreat - 1 mile from Lake Shasta
Shasta Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"The space is perfect for two adults and our dog. The space was clean, quiet, and close to Shasta Dam. Nice outdoor seating area and even had a fenced in yard for our pup. I’d recommend it!"
United States
Terri
$157 nightly
The price is $171
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Peaceful Cottage Retreat - 1 mile from Lake Shasta
A suspension bridge in a forest.

11. 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, (89 reviews)
"This place was great, clean and spacious. Equipped with anything and everything"
United States
jolie
$248 nightly
The price is $248
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy country retreat 5 minutes from the beach and redwoods.
A small cabin with a wooden roof and a porch, surrounded by dense forest and ferns.

12. Fern Hook Cabins 700

Fern Hook Cabins 700
Crescent City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Clean and tidy"
United States
Christopher
$226 nightly
The price is $246
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Fern Hook Cabins 700
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a scenic landscape with trees and hills.

13. Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping

Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
1.0 star property
Mariposa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (330 reviews)
"The property was very good with great staff, we like the tents and it’s really amazing"
United States
Vijay
$118 nightly
The price is $134
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
A bedroom with a bed, a large window, a view of snow-covered mountains, and a balcony with a railing.

14. The Sierra House

The Sierra House
4.0 star property
The Trails
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Great view in a good location. The room was quite comfortable and cosy"
United States
Diogo
$145 nightly
The price is $168
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Sierra House
A view from a window overlooking a lake with a dock and greenery.

15. Clear Lake Cottages & Marina

Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
2.5 star property
Clearlake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (379 reviews)
"Clean, cozy and cute."
United States
Julian
$143 nightly
The price is $160
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
A green door with a white-framed window, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a doorbell.

16. Bigfoot Bungalow

Bigfoot Bungalow
Crescent City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Great location, Enjoyed Our stay,Awesome little place,Would Rent Again in a Heartbeat!!!Thank You so Much!!"
United States
Ed
$185 nightly
The price is $185
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Bigfoot Bungalow
A row of colorful, single-story houses with numbered windows, white picket fences, and well-maintained lawns.

17. RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
3.0 star property
Stonehouse
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,529 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Waldemar.
$139 nightly
The price is $160
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
A coastal beach with a clear sky and calm sea.

18. Surfside 62 - Steps to the Ocean

Surfside 62 - Steps to the Ocean
Crescent City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"Nice location and cute vibes "
United States
Delaney D.
$170 nightly
The price is $178
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Surfside 62 - Steps to the Ocean
A coastal beach with a clear sky and calm sea.

19. 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, (115 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
$173 nightly
The price is $180
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
One Block from Ocean CLOSE to everything! Modern and Clean!!
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

20. Waybound Yosemite

Waybound Yosemite
3.0 star property
Fish Camp
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location and the food was incredible!"
United States
Crista
$350 nightly
The price is $397
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Waybound Yosemite
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FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

8/10 Good
"Friendly staff. Reasonable rates."
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FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

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