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Our top choices for California vacation rentals

1. 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, (661 reviews)
"Loved our off-season stay."
United States
CELIA
$129 nightly
The price is $145
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

2. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay
3.0 star property
San Diego Country Estates
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,095 reviews)
"Beautiful and cozy property!"
United States
Kristin
$99 nightly
The price is $112
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

3. Sierra Meadows

Sierra Meadows
3.0 star property
Ahwahnee
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Kaitlin
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sierra Meadows

4. Emerald Forest Cabins

Emerald Forest Cabins
3.0 star property
Trinidad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (967 reviews)
"Loved this cabin! Nestled amongst redwoods, quiet, and very comfortable. Close to town but feels remote."
United States
Kristin
$159 nightly
The price is $182
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Forest Cabins

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
$170 nightly
The price is $191
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

6. RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
3.0 star property
Stonehouse
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,533 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

7. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (526 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

8. The Americana Village

The Americana Village
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,805 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay"
United States
Fredrick
$109 nightly
The price is $128
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Americana Village

9. 7 Springs Inn & Suites

7 Springs Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Uptown Design District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,177 reviews)
"The room was exactly what I needed for Head Trip weekend and I will definitely stay again. Thanks so much!"
United States
Andrew
$94 nightly
The price is $108
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
7 Springs Inn & Suites

10. San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
San Clemente
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,696 reviews)
"Great location and affordable"
United States
Adrian
$95 nightly
The price is $105
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
San Clemente Inn

11. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
Olympic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (544 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
$126 nightly
The price is $137
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Olympic Village Inn

12. San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates
2.5 star property
San Diego Country Estates
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Clean, comfy bed, kitchen a plus, helpful staff"
United States
MARQIA
$118 nightly
The price is $130
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
San Diego Country Estates

13. Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club
3.0 star property
Townsite
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (570 reviews)
"I had a amazing time here. I love there is a private kitchen that is convenient"
United States
Jenny
$174 nightly
The price is $189
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Southern California Beach Club

14. Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Bear Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,412 reviews)
"Clean and affordable. Great location next to the lake"
United States
Ernesto
$99 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Lagonita Lodge

15. South Lake Chalet, a ZenStay Hotel

South Lake Chalet, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Lakeside Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"Loved this stay! Perfect!"
United States
Beverly
$172 nightly
The price is $187
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
South Lake Chalet, a ZenStay Hotel

16. Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Coronado
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (835 reviews)
"Amazing location, amenities, staff"
United States
Javier
$182 nightly
The price is $200
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Coronado Beach Resort

17. Forest Escape

Forest Escape
2.0 star property
North Shore
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Loved our stay! The only thing we wished was there was a fan in the downstairs area. It became very stuffy and hot."
United States
Jennifer
$307 nightly
The price is $328
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Forest Escape

18. Vista Mirage Resort

Vista Mirage Resort
3.5 star property
Baristo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff. Breakfast was satisfactory."
United States
Suzanne Brookes
$145 nightly
The price is $162
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Vista Mirage Resort

19. Heidelberg Inn

Heidelberg Inn
2.5 star property
June Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (649 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay.rooms were clean and spacious.staff was extremely great and informational"
United States
michael
$198 nightly
The price is $228
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Heidelberg Inn

20. Tahoe Beach & Ski Club

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
3.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,195 reviews)
"The whole property is great"
United States
Alma
$129 nightly
The price is $150
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Tahoe Beach & Ski Club
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