Central California holiday rentals

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Holiday rentals with weekly discounts – Central California

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Room
Living area
Exceptional
(139 reviews)

Nestled Between The Vines In A Private Country Setting

Lodi

25% off
AU$2,400
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$343 per night
includes taxes & fees
Nestled Between The Vines In A Private Country Setting
Dining
Pool
Private kitchen
Exterior
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Relaxing Pool and Spa Beautiful NW Bakersfield

Bakersfield

8% off
AU$4,012
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$573 per night
includes taxes & fees
Relaxing Pool and Spa Beautiful NW Bakersfield
Interior
Unforgettable ocean views from this private Santa Cruz coastal escape
Outdoor dining
Living area
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining

Santa Cruz

8% off
AU$19,246
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$2,749 per night
includes taxes & fees
Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining
Interior
Private kitchen
Golf
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Beach home near Vandenberg AFB , golf, wine, Pismo, solving, Santa Barbara.

Guadalupe

9% off
AU$3,356
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$479 per night
includes taxes & fees
Beach home near Vandenberg AFB , golf, wine, Pismo, solving, Santa Barbara.
Kitchen
Open Plan-Hallway to Kitchen and Family Room
Large Family Room
Dining
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

Luxurious & cozy Large 4 BR 2BA Home with Swimming POOL- San Jose Cambrian area

San Jose

8% off
AU$4,320
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$617 per night
includes taxes & fees
Luxurious & cozy Large 4 BR 2BA Home with Swimming POOL- San Jose Cambrian area
Room
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Dining
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Captain's Cove. Cozy cabin in the Village of Shaver Lake. Pet friendly!

Shaver Lake

7% off
AU$2,597
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
AU$371 per night
includes taxes & fees
Captain's Cove. Cozy cabin in the Village of Shaver Lake. Pet friendly!
Private kitchen
Living area
Outdoor dining
Living area
Exceptional
(149 reviews)

Mountain House - Retreat/ Newly Remodeled! Linens Included

Sonora

8% off
AU$3,717
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$531 per night
includes taxes & fees
Mountain House - Retreat/ Newly Remodeled! Linens Included
Room
Terrace/patio
Interior
Property grounds
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Lodi Wine Cottage | Private Property near Wineries

Lodi

8% off
AU$2,625
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
AU$375 per night
includes taxes & fees
Lodi Wine Cottage | Private Property near Wineries
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Outdoor dining
Interior
Living area
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Cabin Home near Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Foothills

Raymond

8% off
AU$1,941
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
AU$277 per night
includes taxes & fees
Cabin Home near Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Foothills
Property grounds
Property grounds
Exterior
Living area
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Lakefront Cabin with Private Beach, Redwood Dock, Kayaks & Stargazing Dome

Bass Lake

8% off
AU$11,834
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
AU$1,691 per night
includes taxes & fees
Lakefront Cabin with Private Beach, Redwood Dock, Kayaks & Stargazing Dome
Room
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Stunning Stylish Luxury 3BR Santa Clara Home

Santa Clara

8% off
AU$3,026
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$432 per night
includes taxes & fees
Stunning Stylish Luxury 3BR Santa Clara Home
Dining
Ocean view from living room, dining room, kitchen.
Interior
Interior
Exceptional
(158 reviews)

BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!

Castroville

8% off
AU$11,421
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$1,632 per night
includes taxes & fees
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!
Kitchen w/granite tops, coffee and tea pots, toaster, blender and LED lights
The loft is a comfortable space for relaxing, reading or planning your day
Yosemite Paradise Chalet has 2bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen and easy access
The large deck is complete with chairs, tables and barbecue
Exceptional
(331 reviews)

Inside Yosemite Nat Park! Newly remodeled private 2bd 2ba home with central A/C

Yosemite National Park

8% off
AU$4,645
for 7 nights, 1 chalet
AU$664 per night
includes taxes & fees
Inside Yosemite Nat Park! Newly remodeled private 2bd 2ba home with central A/C
Interior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior
Exceptional
(63 reviews)

1884 Modernized Home: Fire Pit, Tesla Tech, Near Downtown

San Luis Obispo

8% off
AU$4,159
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$594 per night
includes taxes & fees
1884 Modernized Home: Fire Pit, Tesla Tech, Near Downtown
fully stocked kitchen
Another view of the great room.
Room
Parking for 2 cars in the driveway. Entrance through the gate on the left
Exceptional
(177 reviews)

2nd row - Remodeled 2/1.5 - 4 min to the sand! Aquarium and CA Park Passes!

Aptos

7% off
AU$3,295
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$471 per night
includes taxes & fees
2nd row - Remodeled 2/1.5 - 4 min to the sand! Aquarium and CA Park Passes!
Master Bedroom.
Epic snow during February 2019!
Winter Holidays magically enjoyed here.
Outdoor dining
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Comfortable Large Home In The Forest

Mi-Wuk Village

8% off
AU$3,323
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$475 per night
includes taxes & fees
Comfortable Large Home In The Forest
Bar (on property)
Exterior detail
Front door
Terrace/patio
Exceptional
(94 reviews)

Hacienda Spa Aguajito: Gated Estate 23 acres towering oaks and Ocean Views

Carmel

19% off
AU$16,835
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$2,405 per night
includes taxes & fees
Hacienda Spa Aguajito: Gated Estate 23 acres towering oaks and Ocean Views
Dining
Exterior
Room
Interior
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Newly remodeled Studio Cottage, perfect for two!

Three Rivers

8% off
AU$1,899
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
AU$271 per night
includes taxes & fees
Newly remodeled Studio Cottage, perfect for two!
Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(120 reviews)

Welcome to Your Ultimate Sierra Escape in Blue Lake Springs!

Arnold

12% off
AU$2,225
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$318 per night
includes taxes & fees
Welcome to Your Ultimate Sierra Escape in Blue Lake Springs!
Room
Property grounds
Living area
Interior
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Lakeview Terrace Cal King Studio!

Wofford Heights

9% off
AU$1,254
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
AU$179 per night
includes taxes & fees
Lakeview Terrace Cal King Studio!
Property grounds
Living area
Room
Interior
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

A cozy cottage in Sequoia area!

Three Rivers

8% off
AU$4,501
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$643 per night
includes taxes & fees
A cozy cottage in Sequoia area!
Property grounds
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

Santa Cruz

8% off
AU$6,302
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$900 per night
includes taxes & fees
Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bedroom 1, Cal King
Private kitchen
Exceptional
(67 reviews)

Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Downtown! 2 King beds and gas fire pit

Paso Robles

8% off
AU$2,984
for 7 nights, 1 home
AU$426 per night
includes taxes & fees
Charming Cottage Walking Distance to Downtown! 2 King beds and gas fire pit
Craftsman cottage on the hillside with views and privacy
The living room includes sofas, HD Sat TV, fireplace and more views.
It's an open floor plan with split levels and mountain views from everywhere.
The Breakfast bar is in the full kitchen, with new oven, micro, dishwasher, frig
Exceptional
(410 reviews)

Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park

Yosemite National Park

7% off
AU$4,082
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
AU$583 per night
includes taxes & fees
Custom Cottage, Fireplace, Views, A/C, Private Deck, Central to Yosemite Park
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Explore the beachside setting in Central California

The beaches and mountains create a pretty picture of Central California. This city's aquarium, hiking and restaurants draw many visitors. Take in top local attractions such as Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Valley. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Activities and attractions in Central California

Are you hoping to discover top things to see and do while you're in town? You'll be sure to enjoy Central California for its hiking and camping. Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Central California a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

  • Giant Forest (20.8 mi / 33.4 km)
  • Porterville City Pool (22 mi / 35.3 km)
  • Visalia Country Club (14.4 mi / 23.2 km)
  • Sensia Salon and Day Spa (14.7 mi / 23.7 km)
  • Porterville Municipal Golf Course (22.3 mi / 35.8 km)
  • Ridge Creek Dinuba Golf Club (23.4 mi / 37.6 km)

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Central California

Travellers enjoy Central California for its seaside and mountain views. Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Central California is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

  • Lake Kaweah (5.7 mi / 9.1 km)
  • Horse Creek Recreation Area (6.2 mi / 9.9 km)
  • Kaweah River (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
  • Our Place Playground (10.2 mi / 16.5 km)
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance (14.7 mi / 23.7 km)
  • Foothills Visitor Center (15.5 mi / 25 km)

Travelling to and around Central California

Fly into Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.), the closest airport, located 45.1 mi (72.5 km) from the city centre.

If you're travelling by train, Hanford Station, Corcoran Station and Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park Station are the main stations that serve the city. It's easy to get around Central California by catching a ride on the metro at Santa Teresa Station, Cottle Station or Snell Station.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Central California when booking a holiday home?
One of the more popular areas to choose your Stayz holiday property in Central California is Palm Springs. Spend your trip here and experience its big-ticket attractions, such as Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Indian Wells Tennis Garden.
How much does it cost to rent a holiday home in Central California?
The average price for a holiday home in Central California can vary based on factors such as time of year, length of stay and property type. Whether you're dreaming about a sprawling villa with a pool or a cosy cabin ideal for just you and the kids, just enter your travel dates to view stays with fantastic value.
How much does it cost to rent a beach house in Central California?
Prices for beach houses in Central California will vary depending on the size and type of the property and when you plan to travel. Just enter your travel dates into Stayz and the number of guests to view your options and prices. From there you can use our filters to narrow your search by amenities, ratings, nearby activities and more.
What are the top attractions for families in Central California?
Keeping the kids occupied during your stay in Central California is a snap with these fabulous family-friendly attractions:
  • Death Valley National Park
  • Yosemite National Park
  • Yosemite Valley
How old do you have to be to rent a holiday home in Central California?
The minimum required age is normally 16, 18 or 21. It can vary from one property to another on Stayz, so look at the rules of your chosen Central California holiday home before you book.
How long can I rent a holiday home in Central California for?
The length of time you can rent a holiday home in Central California differs according to the property. Just enter your desired dates to look at a list of options offering extended stays. With a range of creature comforts like air conditioning and laundries, as well as some offering weekly or monthly discounts, you're sure to get somewhere just right to call your home away from home in Central California.

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