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Our top choices for California cottages

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1. Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear

Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear
3.0 star property
Big Bear Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"I loved our stay was cute with a little kitchen I enjoyed it so much!!!"
United States
Aaron
$114 nightly
The price is $128
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear
A cabin surrounded by tall trees, with a small porch and a garden area.

2. Miranda Gardens Resort

Miranda Gardens Resort
3.0 star property
Myers Flat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (114 reviews)
"Very nice property, nice playground, pool and firepit area. Very clean."
United States
Lissa
$244 nightly
The price is $278
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Miranda Gardens Resort
A building with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by various plants and a large rock.

3. Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Old Town San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Super cute, private little cottage in a great location. Loved the stay, very easy process and great host!"
United States
Ross
$178 nightly
The price is $198
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
A single-story house with a porch, a small garden, and a vehicle parked outside.

4. The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort

The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort
3.0 star property
Hemet
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (108 reviews)
"This place is great!"
United States
Amanda
$159 nightly
The price is $178
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort
A residential property with a curved driveway leading to a front door, surrounded by a wooden fence, a small garden with a potted plant, and a palm tree.

5. Charming cottage in North Park

Charming cottage in North Park
North Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (492 reviews)
"Excellent location, very clean, everything you need for your stay. Definitely I recommend."
United States
Jose E
Charming cottage in North Park
A wooden deck with a pool, surrounded by greenery and a small building with a red door.

6. Charming Cottage in Bungalow Heaven Pasadena Minutes to Rosebowl

Charming Cottage in Bungalow Heaven Pasadena Minutes to Rosebowl
Bungalow Heaven
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"Was a perfect stay and very clean and very aesthetic and beautiful "
United States
Angelina I.
Charming Cottage in Bungalow Heaven Pasadena Minutes to Rosebowl
A wooden deck with a round table and four chairs, an umbrella, and a view of houses and a body of water.

7. Cozy quiet & relaxing hide-a-way in the heart of Sausalito's ‘Hurricane Gulch.’

Cozy quiet & relaxing hide-a-way in the heart of Sausalito's ‘Hurricane Gulch.’
Sausalito
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Phenomenal stay, will be back Forsure!!! Huge thank you to the host"
United States
Bradley
Cozy quiet & relaxing hide-a-way in the heart of Sausalito's ‘Hurricane Gulch.’
A deck with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean and a bridge.

8. Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach
3.0 star property
Avila Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Awesome view and great layout!"
United States
Steve
$263 nightly
The price is $296
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Flying Flags Avila Beach
Two green Adirondack chairs facing a rocky coastline with ocean views.

9. Incredibly Beautiful, Private, Unique Home Perched On The Bluff At Ocean's Edge!

Incredibly Beautiful, Private, Unique Home Perched On The Bluff At Ocean's Edge!
The Sea Ranch
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (462 reviews)
"This place was better than advertised. Thank you for a magical stay! We can’t wait to return!"
United States
Mina M.
Incredibly Beautiful, Private, Unique Home Perched On The Bluff At Ocean's Edge!
A wooden deck with a railing, a bench, and a flower pot.

10. Artistic Dragonfly House with deck + private creek and trails to explore!

Artistic Dragonfly House with deck + private creek and trails to explore!
Topanga
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Unique place with a great view, we enjoyed it!"
United States
Josh G.
$195 nightly
The price is $195
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Artistic Dragonfly House with deck + private creek and trails to explore!
A two-story house with a garage numbered 617, a white picket fence, and a tree in the front yard.

11. Completely Remodeled Beach Bungalow! Everything you could ask for!

Completely Remodeled Beach Bungalow! Everything you could ask for!
Townsite
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (307 reviews)
"THis was a good home away from home."
United States
Art G.
Completely Remodeled Beach Bungalow! Everything you could ask for!
A wooden deck with two lounge chairs, a table, and a hot tub.

12. Mermaid's House (Crew Quarters) - Tomales Bay Waterfront, Point Reyes, Marshall

Mermaid's House (Crew Quarters) - Tomales Bay Waterfront, Point Reyes, Marshall
Marshall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"This is a wonderful property and Karen is a delight. Everything was perfect!"
United States
M. F. S.
Mermaid's House (Crew Quarters) - Tomales Bay Waterfront, Point Reyes, Marshall
A building with a traditional design, featuring a decorative entrance with a black gate, potted plants, and a clear sky.

13. Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape

Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape
Carmel-By-The-Sea
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"The property was clean and comfortable. The location was excellent and the stay was wonderful."
United States
Jay H.
$250 nightly
The price is $274
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape
A rustic wooden cottage with a gravel driveway and a sign reading "Deini Cottage."

14. Charming guest cottage in Santa Barbara with access to hiking and the beach

Charming guest cottage in Santa Barbara with access to hiking and the beach
Mission Canyon
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Lovely retreat in nature "
United States
Olga C.
$312 nightly
The price is $333
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Charming guest cottage in Santa Barbara with access to hiking and the beach
A small, single-story cabin with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. China Creek Cottages

China Creek Cottages
3.0 star property
Willow Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Great comfortable beds. My family wished they could extend their stay! Cute and cozy!"
United States
Tara
$164 nightly
The price is $187
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
China Creek Cottages
A wooden deck with a metal ladder and a bench, surrounded by dense greenery and a rocky landscape.

16. Moon River Cottage • Loft • River Access • Fireplace • Peaceful • Near Sequoia

Moon River Cottage • Loft • River Access • Fireplace • Peaceful • Near Sequoia
Three Rivers
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Cleanest VRBO I've stayed at."
United States
Matt M.
Moon River Cottage • Loft • River Access • Fireplace • Peaceful • Near Sequoia
A residential house with a well-lit front yard, a driveway, and a circular light decoration on the front door.

17. 900 Square Foot Guest Cottage Built In 2013. Great For A Family of five max.

900 Square Foot Guest Cottage Built In 2013. Great For A Family of five max.
Arden-Arcade
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Wonderful quiet location with everything you might need for you stay in Sacramento."
United States
Rebecca W.
900 Square Foot Guest Cottage Built In 2013. Great For A Family of five max.
A residential property with a gravel driveway, a blue gate, and a wooden fence.

18. Sandcastle Short walk to beach

Sandcastle Short walk to beach
Beach Barber Tract
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"This pet friendly rental was exactly what my family and I needed. It has everything you need and is a very short walk to the beach. The host agency was very responsive and every staff I interacted with was kind and friendly."
United States
Elide F.
Sandcastle Short walk to beach
A small, single-story building with a dark blue trim and white siding, a wooden fence, and a small garden area with pink flowers.

19. Carmel Dolores Cottages

Carmel Dolores Cottages
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very clean, cozy, well appointed cottage, perfect for our overnight trip to Carmel, can't wait to come back!!"
United States
Kathryn
Carmel Dolores Cottages
A resort with a large pool, tennis courts, and a mountain backdrop.

20. The Cottages at Old Greenwood

The Cottages at Old Greenwood
4.5 star property
Truckee
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Truly enjoyed our stay at The Cottages. We had a great time and are planning on going back again soon. Would highly recommend staying here."
United States
Stephanie
$640 nightly
The price is $730
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Cottages at Old Greenwood
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

10/10 Excellent
"Best hotel recommendation for anyone"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Anaheim

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California Cottages information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
3924 Cottages
Lowest Price
$128
Highest Price
$730

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How much do cottages in California cost?
You can expect to pay between $128 and $730 per night for cottages in California. No matter your budget, a wonderful stay is only clicks away on Expedia. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many cottages are there in California?
California has 3924 cottages to pick from. Select your travel dates, enter your destination and lock in your dream getaway today.
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What is there to do in California near my cottage?
One of the most important travel accessories for your California getaway is a well-thought-out itinerary! Orleans Arena, Boulevard Mall and Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art are among the most popular sights if you're making your way to Las Vegas. Los Angeles is also home to terrific attractions, such as Los Angeles State Historic Park. In the mood to explore more? Make sure you visit Bootleg Theater and The Last Bookstore too.

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