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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, (102 reviews)
"This place is great!"
United States
Amanda
The price is NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
The Cottages at Golden Village Palms RV Resort
Pool

Classy Desert Oasis

Classy Desert Oasis
Desert Hot Springs
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The pools are amazing and the resort is well maintained. The property is fine and clean and in a great location in the resort. "
United States
scarlett c.
The price is NZ$464
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Classy Desert Oasis
Outdoor dining

Refurbished Midcentury Mod. homestead. With 180° views between PS & Joshua Tree.

Refurbished Midcentury Mod. homestead. With 180° views between PS & Joshua Tree.
Whitewater
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Host was great. Good communication. Responsive."
United States
William F.
The price is NZ$627
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Refurbished Midcentury Mod. homestead. With 180° views between PS & Joshua Tree.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Private Loft Cottage, w/ bedroom, close to Kern River. Pet friendly. Sleeps 8

Private Loft Cottage, w/ bedroom, close to Kern River. Pet friendly. Sleeps 8
Kernville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Simple, Relaxing and fully outfitted with everything we needed to enjoy our stay."
United States
Khirsta
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Private Loft Cottage, w/ bedroom, close to Kern River. Pet friendly. Sleeps 8
Property grounds

New Private Studio - UCR - LLU

New Private Studio - UCR - LLU
Riverside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Beautiful area clean property. Loved it!"
United States
Terrell
The price is NZ$330
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
New Private Studio - UCR - LLU
Property grounds

Romantic, private and surrounded by best Wineries!

Romantic, private and surrounded by best Wineries!
GlenOak Hills
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay for visiting all the wineries. Great host and very clean. "
United States
Tara C.
The price is NZ$699
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Romantic, private and surrounded by best Wineries!
Standard Room

Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages

Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages
3.0 star property
Fern Valley
6.8 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Great property, well kept, great for extended vacations"
United States
Domonick
The price is NZ$848
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages
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@marbella Lane - 4BR Lavish Castle Retreat

@marbella Lane - 4BR Lavish Castle Retreat
4.5 star property
Indio
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Nice time"
United States
Kelsie
The price is NZ$963
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
@marbella Lane - 4BR Lavish Castle Retreat
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior

Simple Life Ranch w/ Hot Tub & Sauna in Keene!

Simple Life Ranch w/ Hot Tub & Sauna in Keene!
3.0 star property
Caliente
The price is NZ$1,170
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Simple Life Ranch w/ Hot Tub & Sauna in Keene!
Property grounds

Namaste Farms; Private Working Wool Sheep Farm in Heart of Wine Country 501c3

Namaste Farms; Private Working Wool Sheep Farm in Heart of Wine Country 501c3
Valle De Los Caballos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"We had an amazing time! The animals were adorable and it was clean, quite and peaceful!! Will definitely be staying again"
United States
Chloe D.
The price is NZ$600
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Namaste Farms; Private Working Wool Sheep Farm in Heart of Wine Country 501c3
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2 Rooms, Sleeps 8 Retro Hotel w/ Pool Wesley King Studio Buyout by Avantstay

2 Rooms, Sleeps 8 Retro Hotel w/ Pool Wesley King Studio Buyout by Avantstay
3.0 star property
Tahquitz River Estates
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay here. It’s very spacious and clean. The pool was so fun. It was lovely to have 2 large units for our party. We celebrated my birthday and we all really enjoyed our stay. The staff is great and so attentive. We all agreed that we’ll be coming back here soon. "
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$398
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
2 Rooms, Sleeps 8 Retro Hotel w/ Pool Wesley King Studio Buyout by Avantstay
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Charming 1-bedroom cottage with WiFi and AC in Palm Desert

Charming 1-bedroom cottage with WiFi and AC in Palm Desert
Palm Desert
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Our host has the best taste in decorating, great friends, and awesome dogs. Made our stay so much fun and look forward to again. "
United States
Edward O.
The price is NZ$745
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Charming 1-bedroom cottage with WiFi and AC in Palm Desert
Property grounds

Namaste Farms Wine Country Working Wool Sheep Farm; Main Cottage 501c3

Namaste Farms Wine Country Working Wool Sheep Farm; Main Cottage 501c3
Valle De Los Caballos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Host available and helpful. I found it soo unique eclectic, and truly adorable. I love the sheep. I love the border collie. I love the guard dog puppies if I had any complaints and there are really none, the bedspreads were mid 80s and the rest of the place was 100% gorgeous antiques."
United States
Pamela M.
The price is NZ$674
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Namaste Farms Wine Country Working Wool Sheep Farm; Main Cottage 501c3
Free self-parking

@ Marbella Lane - Majestic Desert Mountain Views

@ Marbella Lane - Majestic Desert Mountain Views
3.0 star property
Desert Hot Springs
The price is NZ$781
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
@ Marbella Lane - Majestic Desert Mountain Views
Front of property

@ Marbella Lane - Desert Dream Pool/spa & Games

@ Marbella Lane - Desert Dream Pool/spa & Games
5.0 star property
Desert Hot Springs
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"We previously attempted to communicate directly with the property manager about our concerns, but didn’t receive any response. Below are the issues we experienced: During check-in, issues with the front door lock and access code after traveling 14+ hours and it being 100+ degrees outside (poor communication); Garbage left in guest bedroom dresser (McDonald’s cup with liquid); All nightstands dusty and dirty; Hand soap, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner bottles empty or nearly empty in guest...
United States
Fair
The price is NZ$1,273
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
@ Marbella Lane - Desert Dream Pool/spa & Games
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5 Rooms, Sleeps 14 Boutique Hotel, Pool+hottub The Wesley Agave by Avantstay

5 Rooms, Sleeps 14 Boutique Hotel, Pool+hottub The Wesley Agave by Avantstay
3.0 star property
Palm Springs
5 Rooms, Sleeps 14 Boutique Hotel, Pool+hottub The Wesley Agave by Avantstay
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Tranquil Guest House with Private Patio, Parking

Tranquil Guest House with Private Patio, Parking
Lancaster
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (14 reviews)
"Nice studio guest house"
United States
Troy m.
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Tranquil Guest House with Private Patio, Parking
House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior

Hot Tub & Views! Contemporary Yucca Valley Retreat

Hot Tub & Views! Contemporary Yucca Valley Retreat
3.0 star property
Yucca Valley
The price is NZ$796
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Hot Tub & Views! Contemporary Yucca Valley Retreat
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Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear

Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear
3.0 star property
Big Bear Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (77 reviews)
"Great location ! "
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear
Outdoor spa tub

@ Marbella Lane - The Wine Mine Desert Escape

@ Marbella Lane - The Wine Mine Desert Escape
3.5 star property
Joshua Tree
The price is NZ$532
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
@ Marbella Lane - The Wine Mine Desert Escape
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Top California Desert Hotel Reviews

Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula

8/10 Good
"Everything was pretty wonderful. Bathroom and bed are clean. The only thing I would suggest after the last two times I’ve stayed here is to not walk around the hotel room barefoot as the floors are pretty grimy. But the staff is always friendly, it’s affordable and great location."
Veronica 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Signature Temecula

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California Desert Cottages information

Number of reviews
274
Accommodation
30 Cottages
Lowest Price
NZ$218
Highest Price
NZ$1,273

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