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Holiday Rentals in Central California

Hot tub
Pacific Plaza Resort
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (822)
"The property was clean, spacious, and not populated. It was close to pismo and other beaches. Totally worth staying at!"
The price is NZ$311
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Pacific Plaza Resort
Deluxe House (Laurel Ridge)
Convict Lake Resort
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218)
"Excellent"
The price is NZ$336
per night
28 May - 29 May
Convict Lake Resort
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)
Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (368)
"Beautiful property with so many things to do very close by. Loved the quiet space. "
The price is NZ$214
per night
28 May - 29 May
Fern River Resort
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Flying Flags Avila Beach
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50)
"Great place to stay , it was our second time , but we will definitely will be back , great location , perfect view , friendly staff , nice bed "
The price is NZ$326
per night
27 May - 28 May
Flying Flags Avila Beach
Interior
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
7.8 out of 10, Good, (12)
"Very nice interior. Room was great with definite upgrades, still some work to be done, but overall very pleased with the room, pool, hot tub, and service."
The price is NZ$305
per night
28 May - 29 May
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
One Queen Bed Cottage
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"The unit was clean; check-in was quick, and in a convenient location."
The price is NZ$302
per night
28 May - 29 May
One Queen Bed Cottage
Terrace/patio
Tranquil Tuckaway w/ Ocean/Pt Lobos views,1200sqft patio, firepit, pet friendly!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (277)
"We had a wonderful weekend stay. The apartment is well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Bill was extremely accommodating and kind. The landscaping is absolutely beautiful and we just wish the weather had been a little warmer so that we could have enjoyed the patio more!"
Tranquil Tuckaway w/ Ocean/Pt Lobos views,1200sqft patio, firepit, pet friendly!
Pool
You will love the views of the ocean & location 7 min beach and 15 min Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"Great place to stay for three adults and 7 grandchildren"
The price is NZ$1,220
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
You will love the views of the ocean & location 7 min beach and 15 min Carmel
Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (390)
"Can't beat the view! Watching the sunset from the deck was as good as it gets. Ryan is a great host and made us feel right at home. Bourbon and Cider are such good boys and made us feel like family!"
The price is NZ$708
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Mountain Top | Best View In SLO!
View from property
LUX ONE Serenity Point Coastal Estate
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
The price is NZ$8,420
per night
25 May - 26 May
LUX ONE Serenity Point Coastal Estate
Interior
Pebble Modern home w Hot tub PL1
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"We had the family's stay together for my daughter's engagement. It worked out really well for our group."
Pebble Modern home w Hot tub PL1
Mountain view
SLO Brew Lofts
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67)
"Very hip property "
The price is NZ$746
per night
28 May - 29 May
SLO Brew Lofts
View from property
Month Long - The Holiday
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
Month Long - The Holiday
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Magnificent Ocean views! Right on the sandy beach in Oceano with beach fire pit.
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (167)
"Amazing location. Very cute place. We had a great time and will come back"
Magnificent Ocean views! Right on the sandy beach in Oceano with beach fire pit.
Smart TV, fireplace, books
3897 Driftwood - Light and Bright Beach Home Full of Life and Whimsy, Hot Tub
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"First time in the area good balance of “home” time and exploring the area!"
3897 Driftwood - Light and Bright Beach Home Full of Life and Whimsy, Hot Tub
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
One Bedroom Suite Cottage
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"This is a great location and pet friendly. Reasonable rates for Carmel"
The price is NZ$349
per night
27 May - 28 May
One Bedroom Suite Cottage
Property grounds
Moonglow: Forest tranquility minutes from downtown Carmel.
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (222)
"Absolutely fantastic place!! It was warm , cozy , well equipped and the location was great ! Would definitely recommend Moon glow and stay here again . The hosts were amazing, welcoming and made sure our stay was on point ! May 1-5 2024."
Moonglow: Forest tranquility minutes from downtown Carmel.
Property grounds
LUXURY | VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (394)
"Ryan Cider and Bourbon met us as we parked. My dog Arthur quickly befriended the other 2 dogs. Ryan greeted us and showed us around the grounds and house. The views are spectacular. The house itself is tastefully furnished and items are clearly labeled. Amenities are top-notch and well thought out. There are multiple spices, coffee and cooking oil. The beds are extremely comfortable and we sleep soundly. We did not want to leave the house!! I enjoyed meeting the tortoise and viewing the koi pot....
The price is NZ$707
per night
27 May - 28 May
LUXURY | VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds!
Terrace/patio
Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (167)
"We had an issue with finding lots of giant winged ants crawling on the carpet and a couple black beetles as well. Especially when we turned heater on they would appear out of nowhere near the vents making me think they came from the vents. Needs an exterminator visit to spray around the house. It didn’t ruin our stay though! We just killed them when we would see them with paper towels and we only saw them in the day not at night which isn’t a huge issue since we were mostly out on hikes. Also...
Stay Inside Yosemite National Park! No separate park reservation required.
Pool
A Beautiful Setting to get away from Urban Life and Recharge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (33)
"Place has a beautiful scenery. Close to the lake"
A Beautiful Setting to get away from Urban Life and Recharge
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Other types of properties in Central California you may be interested in

Lobby
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1955)
"We enjoyed our time at this hotel. You can walk everywhere. To the wharf, paths... lovely!"
The price is NZ$411
per night
27 May - 28 May
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Outdoor wedding area
Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1282)
"Hotel was nice and cozy "
The price is NZ$375
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Carmel Mission Inn
Exterior
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1355)
"We had a nice view and were within walking distance of Alvarado St with its array of food and shops. Very convenient and the Parker-Lousseau bakery is a short walk for outstanding pastries and coffee. "
The price is NZ$339
per night
27 May - 28 May
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Central California holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Central California. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in Central California. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Central California. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in Central California short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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