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Home in Yucca Valley
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 475 reviewsFlamingo Rocks - Heated Pool & Spa
Such a peaceful location and a beautiful home. It was a perfect getaway destination.
Home in Sacramento
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 619 reviewsPeaceful Poolside Garden Retreat
Fawzia’s poolside garden retreat was a dream. The house is beautiful with a very nice, open feel. We enjoyed meeting their dog Max and watching all of the birds in the aviary. Our trip was busy so we didn’t get to spend as much time at the property as we had intended…the grounds are beautiful with many nice spots to sit and enjoy the garden. all instructions were clear, clean up requirements were a breeze, and Fawzia was a very nice and welcoming host!
Guest suite in Pine Mountain Club
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviewsLarge Lower Suite in Mountain View Home
The driving directions were clear & the parking area was paved. Access was easy, via a lock box. The rental was clean, fresh & had “more amenities” than the norm. The living room had a comfortable couch, large HDTV, Netflix, Hulu & lots of DVD’s. Inside lighting was provided by a large sliding glass door, a huge window & lamps & ceiling lights throughout. There was a dining table & a desk. The Queen size bed was comfortable, with lots of blankets for chilly nights. A dresser & a closet provided clothing storage. The kitchenette had lovely dishes, flatware, “glass” drinking glasses, pots/pans, hand towels, 2 choices of soap, washer & dryer, refrigerator, microwave & numerous other amenities. The small bathroom contained VERY soft towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash & hand lotion – all name brands. I was looking for a quiet, clean place to relax for a few days & this rental provided exactly what I was looking for. I highly recommend this rental and Host. 10/10
Rental unit in Oceanside
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 241 reviewsBeach Apartment near Oceanside Pier
The whole vacation was at the highest level, the apartments are located on the territory with greenery, jacuzzi pool on the territory. The owner of the apartment always helped.
Guesthouse in Oroville
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 271 reviewsCharming Cottage in Country Setting
Once again a fantastic stay! So peaceful and quiet. We'll be back again! Thanks!
Cottage in Santa Barbara
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 588 reviewsDreamy Glass Cottage in Nature Paradise
Jennifer was an AMAZING host before, during, and after our stay at her magical nature land. Jennifer was incredibly responsive, resourceful and so so kind. My partner and I appreciate how helpful she was when my partners car wasn’t starting. We deemed the property our “mini Yosemite” since it reminded us so much of our happy place. You can tell how much work and love Jennifer put into this retreat. I would highly recommend this place for couples, families or even to go alone to unplug and get in touch with nature. Also, the chickens were adorable! Thank you Jennifer! ✨
Treehouse in Visalia
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviewsLuxury treehouse with views of the Sierras
Can’t say enough great things about this place. This was my second time back, and my fiancé and I loved it. It was a perfect peaceful getaway, and will continue to keep looking forward to the next time we stay here again!
Cabin in Ahwahnee
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviewsBrand New: Deluxe 1 Bedroom Glamping Cabin
Loved my stay here, very beautiful property and my little cabin was great for my needs, easy access to lots of exploring!
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Home in Joshua Tree
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 861 reviewsHot Tub, SAUNA, star shower, modern, clean
Wonderful last minute trip to the desert. The outdoor area was lovely - sauna, outdoor shower/tub, hot tub, grill, table, etc. We spent most of our time there and the string lights added a nice touch when the sun went down. House was clean and well kept with lots of amenities. The host was responsive and helpful - would stay again. Thank you for hosting us!
Cabin in Joshua Tree
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1,376 reviewsJoshua Tree 1954 Homestead Cabin
Always a lovely time spending the weekend here. Leafe and Kat are very accommodating and respond so quickly! I feel like they actually care about me having a peaceful mini vacation. Highly recommend this beautiful, private, and gorgeous place. See you again next year!
Cottage in Forestville
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 440 reviewsCosmo Beach Riverfront Sanctuary
We had a great time at Jay's place. Super private, but right on the river with great access for canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding. We took our paddle boards roughly 3 miles up river before finally turning back for an easy float down. Fantastic location with easy access to Headlsburg, Sebastopol and plenty of other near by spots. Loved the stay hear. Oh ... and the art and other decorations were great ... a really well put together place!
Cabin in Idyllwild-Pine Cove
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 493 reviewsVIOLIN HOUSE, 4 ACRE, A-FRAME CALI ZEN RETREAT
I absolutely loved staying at this tranquil place in the mountains of Idyllwild! I come to Idyllwild for writing, nature, and yoga retreat time and this place was FANTASTIC-- it was like having a private zendo to myself. The house is lovely, the kitchen is wonderful-- and I like to cook when I am on retreat and the kitchen had everything stocked to make a nice meal plus a really, really nice toaster! The deck is beautiful to sit and watch the birds in the morning or the stars at night. There is a lovely hot tub which I went in early in the morning since it was warm weather when I was there, and it was glorious to sit in the water and soak while watching all the woodpeckers and other birds in the trees. There is a separate little meditation/yoga room that is just PERFECT for meditation or movement practice, and I loved it very much. Best bonus: there is a record player with an excellent and eclectic collection of records-- found a Donovan album I hadn't heard and now love. Perfection!
Home in Dillon Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsDillon Beach Nirvana
Very much enjoyed this beautiful cliffside beach house with panoramic views. Patty was very accommodating and easy to work with. Couldn’t have been happier as we were celebrating our son’s wedding. Highly recommend.
Cabin in Cazadero
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviewsCLoUD 9: Creekfront Hot Tub under Redwoods Gas FP
Cloud 9 was the perfect getaway for my husband and I and our 2 dogs. This was an anniversary trip, but I also lost my brother very tragically 7 weeks ago… and it quickly turned into a different kind of trip. I’m so happy we found this place at the last minute. It’s surrounded by beautiful redwoods that smelled amazing outside. We cooked all of our meals there and ventured away to the coast and the nearby redwood grove a couple of times. The hot tub on the deck was so peaceful and relaxing. It was everything we needed. The kitchen was fully stocked, clean, many dog bowls, fresh new sponge (much appreciated). The bed and pillows were super comfortable, and there were lots of dog toys and beds that our girls loved. The couch was not the best - sitting in the cracks were the most comfortable we got. There is not a smart TV, just cable. If you want Netflix of whatever else, bring your streaming device with you. Minor inconveniences, but overall a great stay. We would stay again.
Guesthouse in Malibu
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 385 reviewsCasita Solstice
We loved our short stay at Casita Solstice. We spent a lot of time just relaxing on the deck, watching the birds & the views. A special treat was watching the sunset while taking a bath in the oversized tub. We hiked around nearby as well. Because the drive up is quite windy, we chose not to drive it at night. That meant bringing dinner with us and using the microwave (note, there is no kitchen. ) One bonus to this arrangement: We went to bed early and got up with the sunrise, a magic time in a magic place.
Farm stay in Greenville
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsMeyers Ranch Cabin - Hot Spring - Patio - Farm
We had a wonderful stay. The owners were awesome and so sweet and helpful. They even ran over some milk for my baby when my carton broke during the car ride. The house was amazing, the hot springs and swimming area were our favorite. We will will back Only a couple of restaurants near by so come prepared!
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Treehouse in San Jose
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 697 reviewsTreehouse , San Jose
My kids loved staying at the tree house. It has great views and beautiful surroundings. The house had everything a family would need. It gave us a unique experience.
Guesthouse in Nevada City
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 426 reviewsAdorable Place for 2, Downtown NC
Cute little Bungalow, very cozy and peaceful. Would stay there again. Kathy was very friendly and helpful.
Cottage in Coarsegold
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 338 reviewsOne hour from Yosemite Pk. Cottage in the woods
This was our second time staying here, we love this little piece of heaven . We felt like we were the only ones there. Marilyn and Albert are so helpful! keeping us updated with the weather and road conditions. The cottage has all the amenities you need kitchen is fully stocked. The bathroom has everything you can think of. We love sitting outside star glazing while enjoying the fire pit. We can’t wait to come back in the spring .
Cabin in Lake County
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviewsRural 1 Acre Lakefront Location With Private Beach
Great location to spend a couple days away. Beatiful location with everything you need. Hosts are very informative and responsive
Farm stay in Fall River Mills
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 622 reviewsMott's Cottage
This was exactly the kind of place we were looking for. Peace, calm and serene. Perfect for staycation for a couple or small family. The place was easy to find and instructions were clear. This is an active farm and you can experience life on the farm. The two dogs of the owner are extremely friendly, even with little kids! Our stay was comfortable and the place had everything we needed.
Home in Twentynine Palms
5 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviewsMidCentury Desert Escape
One of my favorite stays ever! Everything about the stay was perfect. The location was amazing, very close to the entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. The pictures don’t do this house justice! If you’re thinking about booking this spot, just do it!!
Cabin in California Hot Springs
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviewsCalifornia Hot Springs Getaway
Our stay was delightful! The location was ideal, with a short drive to the Trail of 100 Giants. We loved waking up each morning to the peaceful sound of the nearby stream and enjoying our coffee on the porch.
Home in Plymouth
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 497 reviewsCozy Cottage and Gardens in the Heart of Plymouth
A wonderful historic home with lots of charm. The location is close to all the wineries and the yard was so pleasant to spend time in. The owners were great and we would definitely stay here again the next time we visit Amador wine country.
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