Central California holiday homes

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Exterior
Pool
Private kitchen
Dining
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Relaxing Pool and Spa Beautiful NW Bakersfield

Bakersfield

7% off
NZ$4,945
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$706 per night
includes taxes & fees
Relaxing Pool and Spa Beautiful NW Bakersfield
Kitchen
Open Plan-Hallway to Kitchen and Family Room
Frontage View
Large Family Room
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

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

San Jose

8% off
NZ$5,317
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$760 per night
includes taxes & fees
Luxurious & cozy Large 4 BR 2BA Home with Swimming POOL- San Jose Cambrian area
Outdoor dining
Unforgettable ocean views from this private Santa Cruz coastal escape
Living area
Interior
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

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

Santa Cruz

8% off
NZ$23,279
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$3,326 per night
includes taxes & fees
Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
Room
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

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

Guadalupe

8% off
NZ$4,142
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$592 per night
includes taxes & fees
Beach home near Vandenberg AFB , golf, wine, Pismo, solving, Santa Barbara.
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Dining
Room
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

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

Shaver Lake

7% off
NZ$3,143
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
NZ$449 per night
includes taxes & fees
Captain's Cove. Cozy cabin in the Village of Shaver Lake. Pet friendly!
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Exceptional
(149 reviews)

Mountain House - Retreat/ Newly Remodeled! Linens Included

Sonora

8% off
NZ$4,575
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$654 per night
includes taxes & fees
Mountain House - Retreat/ Newly Remodeled! Linens Included
Front Porch
Living Room - Wood Stove
Exterior
Exterior detail
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Charming 2-bedroom cabin Near Yosemite NP, High Speed WiFi in lovely Mariposa

Mariposa

9% off
NZ$2,451
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
NZ$350 per night
includes taxes & fees
Charming 2-bedroom cabin Near Yosemite NP, High Speed WiFi in lovely Mariposa
Room
Terrace/patio
Interior
Property grounds
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Lodi Wine Cottage | Private Property near Wineries

Lodi

8% off
NZ$3,177
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
NZ$454 per night
includes taxes & fees
Lodi Wine Cottage | Private Property near Wineries
Living area
Outdoor dining
Hafkey Cabin Escape 1
Interior
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Cabin Home near Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Foothills

Raymond

8% off
NZ$2,298
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
NZ$328 per night
includes taxes & fees
Cabin Home near Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Foothills
Marina
Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

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

Bass Lake

8% off
NZ$14,803
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
NZ$2,115 per night
includes taxes & fees
Lakefront Cabin with Private Beach, Redwood Dock, Kayaks & Stargazing Dome
Private kitchen
Exterior detail
Living area
Exceptional
(285 reviews)

UNWIND ON VINE- A Beautiful Place to Stay and Short Walk to Downtown

Paso Robles

16% off
NZ$3,677
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$525 per night
includes taxes & fees
UNWIND ON VINE- A Beautiful Place to Stay and Short Walk to Downtown
Ocean view dining table for six.
The open concept extends the view to the sea.
Entrance to the beach house.
Breathe in the fresh sea air!
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Refreshed Oceanfront Beach House with two Master Suites

Castroville

8% off
NZ$8,205
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$1,172 per night
includes taxes & fees
Refreshed Oceanfront Beach House with two Master Suites
Room
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Stunning Stylish Luxury 3BR Santa Clara Home

Santa Clara

8% off
NZ$3,659
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$523 per night
includes taxes & fees
Stunning Stylish Luxury 3BR Santa Clara Home
Living area
Ocean view from living room, dining room, kitchen.
Dining
Interior
Exceptional
(158 reviews)

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

Castroville

8% off
NZ$14,297
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$2,042 per night
includes taxes & fees
BEACH FRONT HOME in Paradise! 2 min walk down your private path to ocean waves!
Yosemite Paradise Chalet has 2bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen and easy access
The loft is a comfortable space for relaxing, reading or planning your day
The large deck is complete with chairs, tables and barbecue
Kitchen w/granite tops, coffee and tea pots, toaster, blender and LED lights
Exceptional
(331 reviews)

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

Yosemite National Park

8% off
NZ$5,621
for 7 nights, 1 chalet
NZ$803 per night
includes taxes & fees
Inside Yosemite Nat Park! Newly remodeled private 2bd 2ba home with central A/C
Interior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Living area
Exceptional
(63 reviews)

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

San Luis Obispo

8% off
NZ$5,031
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$719 per night
includes taxes & fees
1884 Modernized Home: Fire Pit, Tesla Tech, Near Downtown
fully stocked kitchen
Another view of the great room.
Parking for 2 cars in the driveway. Entrance through the gate on the left
Room
Exceptional
(177 reviews)

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

Aptos

7% off
NZ$3,986
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$569 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!
Outdoor dining
Step down Great room has 4 oversized chairs for cozying up to a good book.
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Comfortable Large Home In The Forest

Mi-Wuk Village

8% off
NZ$4,018
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$574 per night
includes taxes & fees
Comfortable Large Home In The Forest
Front door
Exterior detail
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Exceptional
(94 reviews)

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

Carmel

19% off
NZ$20,370
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$2,910 per night
includes taxes & fees
Hacienda Spa Aguajito: Gated Estate 23 acres towering oaks and Ocean Views
Living area
Property grounds
Room
Interior
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Lakeview Terrace Cal King Studio!

Wofford Heights

9% off
NZ$1,519
for 7 nights, 1 cabin
NZ$217 per night
includes taxes & fees
Lakeview Terrace Cal King Studio!
Wild turkey on the lawn
Exterior
Room
Dining
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Newly remodeled Studio Cottage, perfect for two!

Three Rivers

8% off
NZ$2,248
for 7 nights, 1 cottage
NZ$321 per night
includes taxes & fees
Newly remodeled Studio Cottage, perfect for two!
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Exceptional
(120 reviews)

Welcome to Your Ultimate Sierra Escape in Blue Lake Springs!

Arnold

12% off
NZ$2,636
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$377 per night
includes taxes & fees
Welcome to Your Ultimate Sierra Escape in Blue Lake Springs!
Room
Living area
Property grounds
Interior
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

A cozy cottage in Sequoia area!

Three Rivers

8% off
NZ$5,545
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$792 per night
includes taxes & fees
A cozy cottage in Sequoia area!
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

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

Santa Cruz

8% off
NZ$7,680
for 7 nights, 1 home
NZ$1,097 per night
includes taxes & fees
Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost
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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 Bookabach 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 Bookabach 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 Bookabach, 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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