190 independently run vacation rentals in California, run by 16 local hosts. Across Los Angeles, Mission Viejo, Joshua Tree, Beverly Hills, Venice Beach and San Diego. 85 book online on the host's own site and the rest take inquiries, with no guest service fees.
California sets a broad stage: Pacific coastline, high desert, and sprawling cities that shape daily rhythms. Travelers move between studio neighborhoods and quiet canyons, surf breaks and cactus flats, urban icons and residential streets. Stays are clustered in Los Angeles, Mission Viejo, Joshua Tree, Beverly Hills, Venice Beach, and San Diego.
Across the region are 190 independently run places to stay, with 16 host sites presenting more than one home. Options lean intimate, with capacities ranging from 2 to 16 guests. Look for cabins and condos, quiet retreats and design-forward spaces, settings surrounded by nature, villas for a splurge, and a handful made for groups.
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Los Angeles, California
A sunny escape in the heart of LA.
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. Pets welcome.
Book direct on clementinestays.com

Los Angeles, California
Where LA evenings begin.
sleeps 10
At a glance: Sleeps 10. Pets welcome.
Book direct on theafterglowstays.com

Joshua Tree, CA
Modern Craftsman Cabin with Desert and Mountain Views
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Inquire on bookwithhaven.com

225 Ramsey Road, Laytonville, CA 95454
Sauna, cold plunge, a big garden, really good food — and enough quiet to hear yourself think.
sleeps 7
At a glance: Sleeps 7. No pets.
Haven's read: Immersed in nature. Good for groups. Good for families with children.
Book direct on redwoodspahaven.com

West Sacramento, CA
Walk to Golden One & A's Games
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
The whole 5,000 square foot Frink Street Guest House for your group: every bedroom, the world-map table, the yard, the fire lounge and the projector, between La Jolla and Pacific Beach. Sleeps 14.
sleeps 14
At a glance: Sleeps 14. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
A queen suite against a deep red wall, with an en suite jetted Jacuzzi tub and a loft for two more, in a San Diego guest house ten minutes from the beach.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
A peaceful queen room with a sliding door onto its own little patio, a smart TV and a room that goes properly dark, in a San Diego guest house. Pets welcome.
sleeps 3
At a glance: Sleeps 3. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
A sparkling-clean queen room in wood and white, with beach art, Turkish cotton robes and a door code, minutes from everywhere in San Diego. Pets welcome.
sleeps 3
At a glance: Sleeps 3. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
A navy-walled queen room with its own bathroom, a work desk and a 4K TV, in a San Diego guest house fifteen minutes from La Jolla. Breakfast included.
sleeps 3
At a glance: Sleeps 3. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
A retreat for you and your best friend.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

San Diego, CA
A cozy retreat in the heart of San Diego.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Riverside, CA
Your private tropical paradise awaits.
sleeps 8
At a glance: Sleeps 8. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Modesto, CA
A bright, modern retreat in Modesto.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Modesto, CA
A light, cheerful hideaway in central Modesto.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
A peaceful alpine retreat with hot tub.
sleeps 8
At a glance: Sleeps 8. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Cambria, California
A sunlit retreat among Monterey pines.
sleeps 8
At a glance: Sleeps 8. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
Alpine retreat with games and a hot tub
sleeps 8
At a glance: Sleeps 8. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
An upscale forest-edge cabin with river access.
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
A cozy mountain retreat with hot tub.
sleeps 8
At a glance: Sleeps 8. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
Bright single-level home near Heavenly.
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
Deck-facing mountain views, ski steps away.
sleeps 9
At a glance: Sleeps 9. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

South Lake Tahoe, California
Three-level condo minutes from Heavenly.
sleeps 11
At a glance: Sleeps 11. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Modesto, CA
Sunlit two-bedroom near Doctors Hospital.
sleeps 5
At a glance: Sleeps 5. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Big Bear, CA
A warm retreat for cherished moments.
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
A sun-kissed retreat by the sea.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
A peaceful retreat by the sea.
sleeps 3
At a glance: Sleeps 3. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Santa Monica, California
Calm spaces. Seamless connections.
sleeps 5
At a glance: Sleeps 5. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
True Venice living, no filter.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
Find your Venice rhythm.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
A serene escape steps from the shore.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
True Venice living, no filter.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
A peaceful retreat in the center of Venice.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Venice Beach, California
A sanctuary of light and nature.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Calabasas, California
Secluded serenity in a vintage Airstream.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Calabasas, California
Secluded moments in a canyon embrace.
sleeps 16
At a glance: Sleeps 16. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

santa monica, California
A serene retreat in vibrant Sunset Park.
sleeps 5
At a glance: Sleeps 5. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Big Bear, California
Nestled among the pines, a retreat awaits.
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com
Santa Monica, California
Melodies by the water.
sleeps 6
At a glance: Sleeps 6. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

El Dorado Hills, CA
A quiet two-bedroom with a private pool and a real desk, for working weeks, medical rotations and family visits near Folsom Lake.
sleeps 4
At a glance: Sleeps 4. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Newport Beach, CA
A breezy teal studio a few steps from the sand, made for two (or three), long beach days and coffee in the courtyard.
sleeps 3
At a glance: Sleeps 3. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

West Sacramento, CA
Retro comforts with sauna and backyard calm.
sleeps 7
At a glance: Sleeps 7. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Olympic Valley, California
A ski-in, ski-out studio at Palisades Tahoe Lodge on the Sunnyside trail, with views of KT-22, five hot tubs, a pool and covered parking. Sleeps two.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Big Bear Lake, CA
Dog-friendly Cabin with Fenced Yard • Walk to Lake & Village
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. Pets welcome.
Book direct on thelittlegreenlodge.com

Topanga, California
Elevated living. Inspired by nature.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. Pets welcome.
Book direct on bookwithhaven.com

Los Angeles, California
Golden light and quiet corners in Los Feliz.
sleeps 2
At a glance: Sleeps 2. No pets.
Book direct on skylightstay.com

Los Angeles, CA
Seamless indoor-outdoor living awaits.
sleeps 10
At a glance: Sleeps 10. No pets.
Inquire on bookwithhaven.com

Los Angeles, CA
A serene escape in the heart of Encino.
sleeps 10
At a glance: Sleeps 10. No pets.
Inquire on bookwithhaven.com
Independent hosts with more than one stay here run their own booking sites. Each links to the host's site, where every home they manage is listed.
Updated . Listings and counts come from each host's live site.