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Condo Mammoth Lakes
-69%
Apr 24 - May 1
Condo ∙ 9 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo with sauna, jacuzzi & patio

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$642$199
per night
Outstanding(24 ratings)
$642$199
per night
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House Big Bear Lake
-24%
Apr 21 - Apr 28
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with barbecue, patio & yard

Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, California
$264$200
per night
Excellent(24 ratings)
$264$200
per night
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Condo Mammoth Lakes
-45%
May 15 - May 22
Condo ∙ 8 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Child-friendly condo with BBQ, yard & hot tub | Next to the ski | Pets are welcome

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$313$172
per night
Good(40 ratings)
$313$172
per night
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Condo Mammoth Lakes
-70%
Apr 28 - May 5
Condo ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Children-friendly condo with hot tub, BBQ & terrace

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$263$79
per night
Very good(31 ratings)
$263$79
per night
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Condo Mammoth Lakes
-53%
Sep 12 - Sep 19
Condo ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Family-friendly nice condo with barbeque, pool & jacuzzi

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$371$175
per night
Very good(25 ratings)
$371$175
per night
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House Bass Lake
-84%
Apr 19 - Apr 26
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Children-friendly big vacation home with barbeque & terrace

Bass Lake, Madera County, California
$1,157$187
per night
Good(14 ratings)
$1,157$187
per night
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Resort Mammoth Lakes
-70%
May 3 - May 10
Resort ∙ 127 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Resort with pool, barbecue & hot tub | Suitable for remote work

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$319$96
per night
Very good
$319$96
per night
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Cabin Big Bear Lake
-47%
Apr 21 - Apr 28
Cabin ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Cabin with jacuzzi & barbeque

Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, California
$243$129
per night
Excellent
$243$129
per night
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House Sea Ranch
-39%
May 2 - May 9
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Family-friendly vacation home with BBQ & pool | Pets are welcome

Sea Ranch, Sonoma County, California
$276$169
per night
Outstanding
$276$169
per night
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Condo Carlsbad Village
-48%
May 17 - May 24
Condo ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Family-friendly charming condo with patio & barbecue | Next to the beach

Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad, California
$417$218
per night
Excellent(78 ratings)
$417$218
per night
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House Sea Ranch
-28%
Jul 23 - Jul 30
House ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

House with sauna, yard & heated pool

Sea Ranch, Sonoma County, California
$227$164
per night
Outstanding(60 ratings)
$227$164
per night
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House Palm Springs
-53%
Jun 14 - Jun 21
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Vacation home with patio, private pool & BBQ | Perfect for remote work

Palm Springs, Riverside County, California
$439$207
per night
Excellent(26 ratings)
$439$207
per night
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House Truckee
-38%
May 18 - May 25
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Vacation home with barbecue, sauna & heated pool

Truckee, Nevada County, California
$431$268
per night
Excellent(52 ratings)
$431$268
per night
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Condo Mammoth Lakes
Jun 28 - Jul 5
Condo ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with patio, sauna & hot tub

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$210
per night
Very good(23 ratings)
$210
per night
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House Downtown Palm Springs
-21%
Jul 13 - Jul 20
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Child-friendly vacation home with jacuzzi, BBQ & pool | Pets allowed

Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California
$389$309
per night
Excellent
$389$309
per night
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Staycations in California

Whether you’re after a trip to the beach, a trek through the valleys, or a culture-filled city tour, California has it all. The state is bathed in that famous sun all year round, and makes for a perfection vacation anytime of the year.
Affordable Staycations in California

Affordable Staycations in California

Everyone knows California can be pretty expensive - but it doesn't have to be. Outside of the standard tourist attractions there are plenty of beautiful places to take in the state's countryside and culture.

  • 1. Russian River

    For those looking for a relaxing nature-filled holiday, the Russian River is a wonderful choice. Tree-covered hills roll away from the river itself, filled with wood cabins where you can cosy up for the night. By day, trips down the river or bike-rides through the woods are in order, while at night any number of the area’s excellent restaurants will be happy to host.

  • 2. Napa Valley

    Napa Valley is packed with vineyards, where throughout the year visitors can taste, walk, and drink to their heart’s content. The area has a beautiful climate (between 55 and 85 fahrenheit all year), too. If that wasn't enough to tempt you, then you should think seriously about the Napa Valley Wine Train. It's exactly as good as it sounds - an old-world train with a beautiful dining car where you can eat and sup on wine while you wind through the beauty of rural California.

  • 3. Monterey

    The setting of several of John Steinbeck’s legendary novels, Monterey has everything you’d want from a staycation in California. You can visit the old Cannery Row, drive along the colossal Big Sur coastline, or laze on Carmel Beach. But there are other great options, too. Nearby is the Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Here, visitors will find stunning rock formations to take in, but they'll also be able to get up pretty close to some of California's sweetest animals: the southern sea otter and the pocket gopher.

  • 4. Healdsburg

    Another wonderful part of California’s wine country, Healdsburg is a small town full of exquisite food and wine. Healdsburg is known for having one of “America’s Most Beautiful Town Squares”, and a selection of independent stores and spas.

  • 5. Pismo Beach

    Sandwiched between San Francisco and LA, Pismo Beach is the classic beach town. In the day you can explore the boardwalk or go surfing, while at night you can settle in for an evening of fine wine. Probably Pismo Beach's best known attraction, the Pier is definitely worth visiting for alone. It stretches out over 1,200 feet into the ocean.

Best Places to Stay for Staycations in California

House Healdsburg
Aug 23 - Aug 30
$559
per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Vacation home with garden, patio & grill | Nature view

4.8
Outstanding(79 ratings)
Healdsburg, Sonoma County, California, United States
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House Jenner
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$413
per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House with barbecue, garden & terrace | Mountain view

5.0
Outstanding(361 ratings)
Jenner, Sonoma County, California, United States
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Cottage Healdsburg
Oct 11 - Oct 18
$260
per night
Cottage ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Cottage with garden, patio & grill | Mountain view | Perfect for remote work

4.6
Excellent(70 ratings)
Healdsburg, Sonoma County, California, United States
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Least Crowded Places for a California Staycation

Least Crowded Places for a California Staycation

The state can also be pretty crowded, but staycations in California can be anything but hectic. After all, it's a state of beautiful countryside and nature. From the Salinas Valley and across the ocean to Catalina Island, if you're looking for nature, this is the place.

  • 1. Sonoma

    For those visitors looking for a vacation without thousands of people, Sonoma County is a fine choice. All redwood forests, wide-open coastlines, and quaint towns, it’s a great place to get away from it all. If this is to your taste, it's also easy to pick up a couple of horses for a ride through the valleys, western-style.

  • 2. San Luis Obispo

    San Luis Obispo is an area of rolling valleys, good food, and relaxing outdoor activities. There are plenty of great hikes, as well as other more vigorous options: kayaking around the cave’s coast is the perfect way to wind down. For those with an interest in history, San Luis Obispo has plenty to offer. There's an old mission, founded in 1772, and a historic downtown area that feels straight out of a western.

  • 3. Catalina Island

    Catalina Island is really a microcosm of the perfect relaxing vacation. Like many islands, it has not just beautiful coastline, but also soaring hills and great seafood. Not only that, but the island has abundant wildlife. There are dolphins and sea lions, as well as a whole array of underwater delights visitors can take in. It’s reachable by a scenic boat ride.

  • 4. Riverside

    For a vacation with a chilled but youthful vibe, visitors could do a lot worse than Riverside. An Inland Empire city and the center of California’s orange fields, the city has great art museums like the Culver Center, as well as the soaring Mount Rubidoux.

Recommended Accommodations for Staycations in California

House Sonoma
Mar 28 - Apr 4
$356
per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House with yard, BBQ & terrace | City view | Good for workation

4.9
Outstanding(170 ratings)
Sonoma, Sonoma County, California, United States
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House Sonoma
Dec 6 - Dec 13
$482
per night
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Family-friendly vacation home with barbecue, private pool & hot tub | Pet-friendly

4.9
Outstanding(210 ratings)
Sonoma, Sonoma County, California, United States
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House Sonoma
Aug 2 - Aug 9
$752
per night
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Family-friendly charming house with terrace, garden & grill

5.0
Outstanding(61 ratings)
Sonoma, Sonoma County, California, United States
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Information about Staycations in California

💳 Highest rates in July
😎 Least busy month May
🛏️ Popular home types Condo and House rental
🌡️ Hottest months July and August
❄️ Coldest months January and December
🌧️ Rainiest months March and December

Staycations in California: frequently asked questions

Staycations in California: What is the price per night for a stay?

The average rate for a vacation rental in California is usually around $403 and $426 per night.

Staycations in California: does HomeToGo offer a wide variety of vacation homes for large groups?

House rental in California usually fits 8 guests.

Staycations in California: what kinds of vacation rentals are available?

You can browse 16,200 Condos and 64,247 House rentals in California right here on HomeToGo.

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