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Our top choices for California Desert holiday homes

A two-story house with a garage, a covered entryway, and a small front yard with a palm tree.

1. Spacious Home Right off 99 Fwy

Spacious Home Right off 99 Fwy
Bakersfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very nice house and great communication! Would definitely book again."
United States
Elizabeth S.
Spacious Home Right off 99 Fwy
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a microwave.

2. This is a 4 bed room house with 2 bathroom. Parking space. security cameras .

This is a 4 bed room house with 2 bathroom. Parking space. security cameras .
Bakersfield
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean and spacious property "
United States
MAYRA
This is a 4 bed room house with 2 bathroom. Parking space. security cameras .
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, a microwave, a stove, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

3. Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities

Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities
Shafter
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay highly recommended 10/10"
United States
Ivan m.
The price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities
Exterior

4. Idyllwild Realty Vacations

Idyllwild Realty Vacations
3.5 star property
Idyllwild
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"We stayed here for one night and absolutely loved it. the cabin is new, it is beautifully decorated and has all the essentials. The area is quiet and peaceful"
United States
Rocio
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Idyllwild Realty Vacations
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a covered patio area with outdoor furniture.

5. 1 Bed Room Casita-Suite with Private Entrance

1 Bed Room Casita-Suite with Private Entrance
Winchester
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Adorable stay"
United States
Alexandra
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
1 Bed Room Casita-Suite with Private Entrance
A small, single-story building with a red door, white siding, and a window with a black frame. There are three stars on the wall above the door.

6. Vacation with the Horses in our Ranch House! Right off Hwy 395

Vacation with the Horses in our Ranch House! Right off Hwy 395
Inyokern
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"the setting of the location was relaxing along with the horses"
United States
Jill M.
The price is NZ$416
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Vacation with the Horses in our Ranch House! Right off Hwy 395
A hallway with a wooden floor, glass doors, and a plant on the left.

7. Oakridge Ranch ※ Sequoia, Kern River & Lake Escape

Oakridge Ranch ※ Sequoia, Kern River & Lake Escape
Mountain Mesa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Great place. Great people. Great Communication"
United States
Christopher S.
The price is NZ$501
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Oakridge Ranch ※ Sequoia, Kern River & Lake Escape
A wooden A-frame building with a blue door, two windows, and a small porch with two chairs.

8. Spectacular A-Frame, epic views! S'mores by the firepit under a million stars.

Spectacular A-Frame, epic views! S'mores by the firepit under a million stars.
Wofford Heights
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable A-frame to stay in"
United States
Stephanie P.
The price is NZ$469
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Spectacular A-Frame, epic views! S'mores by the firepit under a million stars.
A garden with pink flowers in the foreground and a mountainous landscape in the background.

9. Rancho Santa Rosa Casita Spa Sauna & Art Gallery High Desert Mountain Retreat

Rancho Santa Rosa Casita Spa Sauna & Art Gallery High Desert Mountain Retreat
Mountain Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Such a peaceful, quiet, lovely stay."
United States
Treva
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Rancho Santa Rosa Casita Spa Sauna & Art Gallery High Desert Mountain Retreat
A covered patio with a glass table, chairs, and a sofa. There are cacti and a small tree in the background.

10. Palm Springs Retreat Entire Large Private House with Dome and Views 3-bdrms

Palm Springs Retreat Entire Large Private House with Dome and Views 3-bdrms
North Palm Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Amazing and unique home with beautiful views. Very clean and quiet. Would definitely stay again. "
United States
Frank M.
The price is NZ$650
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Palm Springs Retreat Entire Large Private House with Dome and Views 3-bdrms
Pool

11. The Rosemary House La Quinta No.218742

The Rosemary House La Quinta No.218742
4.0 star property
La Quinta Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Unique colorful and quiet nestled in a prime spot in La Quinta. I loved sitting in the private backyard reading a book"
United States
Raymen
The price is NZ$898
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Rosemary House La Quinta No.218742
A log cabin interior with a sofa, armchair, and a stone fireplace.

12. Meadowlands Cottage, Horse Ranch with Wood Burning Stove and a River, Hot Tub

Meadowlands Cottage, Horse Ranch with Wood Burning Stove and a River, Hot Tub
kernville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Lovely place, beautiful property, short walk to Kernville, we had a great stay and appreciate the owner/manager."
United States
tim s.
The price is NZ$509
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Meadowlands Cottage, Horse Ranch with Wood Burning Stove and a River, Hot Tub
Living area

13. Ta-Ta Darling Luxury Temecula Wine Country Retreat Near Lake Skinner & Pechanga

Ta-Ta Darling Luxury Temecula Wine Country Retreat Near Lake Skinner & Pechanga
Winchester
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The room was exactly what we needed while traveling through with our family for a tournament in Temecula. Plenty of room and everything we needed!"
United States
Vanna S.
The price is NZ$367
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ta-Ta Darling Luxury Temecula Wine Country Retreat Near Lake Skinner & Pechanga
A cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area.

14. La Petite - cozy fireplace cabin in town

La Petite - cozy fireplace cabin in town
Idyllwild-Pine Cove
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"The cabin was excellent it was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
michael
The price is NZ$898
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
La Petite - cozy fireplace cabin in town
A living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

15. BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY HOUSE IN MORENO VALLEY

BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY HOUSE IN MORENO VALLEY
Moreno Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay , host was great and location also very calm and beautiful, recommend 10/10"
United States
Christy M.
The price is NZ$885
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
BEAUTIFUL 2 STORY HOUSE IN MORENO VALLEY
A pool area with multiple pools, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains.

16. Summer specials! Pool+spa+gameroom+putting green

Summer specials! Pool+spa+gameroom+putting green
Desert Hot Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"This was the perfect place for our family! The house was lovely and the amenities made it even better. We would stay here again, no question. "
United States
Shelly Y.
The price is NZ$895
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Summer specials! Pool+spa+gameroom+putting green
A wooden deck with a stone wall, a rope barrier, and a view of a sunset over a hilly landscape.

17. 2Bedroom 2bath in-law unit with kitchen and washer

2Bedroom 2bath in-law unit with kitchen and washer
Temecula
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The unit was very nice, spacious, and the cleanest rental I have ever been in! Ping was responsive and accommodating. I would stay again."
United States
Imani
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
2Bedroom 2bath in-law unit with kitchen and washer
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

18. Thousand Palms Escape Family Friendly, Arcade, Pool Fun Games

Thousand Palms Escape Family Friendly, Arcade, Pool Fun Games
Thousand Palms
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Amazing stay "
United States
Stephanie H.
The price is NZ$1,091
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Thousand Palms Escape Family Friendly, Arcade, Pool Fun Games
A pool area with lounge chairs and a waterfall feature.

19. Bar,Basketball,Pickleball,Privacy,G’room,Sleeps20

Bar,Basketball,Pickleball,Privacy,G’room,Sleeps20
Desert Hot Springs
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Best place to host my Bach and everything was beautiful. Thank you!"
United States
Kimberly E.
The price is NZ$1,913
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Bar,Basketball,Pickleball,Privacy,G’room,Sleeps20
A wooden deck with a checkered table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a red railing.

20. Beautifully remodeled mountain home with peaceful, private setting

Beautifully remodeled mountain home with peaceful, private setting
Fern Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"A small cabin for 5 people. Beautiful cabin for a quick trip in Idyllwild."
United States
Douglas
The price is NZ$623
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Beautifully remodeled mountain home with peaceful, private setting
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Top California Desert Hotel Reviews

Mykonos Desert Suites

Mykonos Desert Suites

10/10 Excellent
"loved it here! will definitely be coming back. Sean was super helpful and kind"
Andrea Arellano 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Mykonos Desert Suites

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California Desert Holiday Homes information

Number of reviews
557
Accommodation
1119 Holiday Homes
Lowest Price
NZ$222
Highest Price
NZ$1,913

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