Vacation rentals with lake access in Central California

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Vacation home in Watsonville

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes

Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.

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Cottage in Mariposa

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews

Donya Marie's Cottage on Evergreen

Nestled in the pines of the beautiful Sierra Foothills this quaint, country cottage is the perfect place for you to relax and enjoy all that nature has to offer. It has a bedroom and a bonus room with two additional beds. Step outside your door for a cup of coffee at the gazebo, view of the horse pasture with deer, wild turkey and all of the wildlife that we enjoy! After a day in Yosemite and exploring the historic town of Mariposa, the perfect place to unwind and relax. Fully stocked kitchen.

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Boat in Oakley

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews

HouseBoat+Sauna+Fireplace+Best Fishing spot

Welcome Aboard DeltaJaz! Pet & 420 Friendly. Special occasion? let us know and enjoy the surprise! You will be thrilled to be apart of this rare opportunity to enjoy your own fully remodeled houseboat to yourself. You will enjoy all the comforts of being home including a in home 3 person Sauna, Fire place, Full sound system though out entire boat, LED's etc. Includes two kayaks and one Paddle board. You have the entire end of the dock to yourself. We have 24/7 Surveillance cameras outside.

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Tiny home in Mariposa

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

Private Mariposa Artist Cabin at Ranch Yosemite

You are approximately 45m-1h drive from the Yosemite Valley Park where you can experience one of the worlds greatest places of natural beauty. The cabin is equipped for everything that you and your partner/friend need to enjoy the area. Cookware, french press and a small refrigerator. The Sierra Nevada mountains range in temperature wildly. The greens and the yellows of California ebb and flow through the seasons creating unique natural beauty which is different each season of the year.

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Home in Coarsegold

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews

Yosemite Foothill Retreat - Private Guest Suite #3

Private 2 room suite in a quiet neighborhood. We recently added this suite to our home. It has a built-in kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot. Beautiful Queen bedroom set with large dresser and mirror. Private Bathroom. Free WiFi. Enjoy the sunsets on a shared back patio under the grape arbor. Close to Bass Lake and Yosemite with many opportunities for hiking, boating, shopping and eating! Also take a ride on the historical Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad.

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Cabin in Ahwahnee

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 1067 reviews

Tiny Cabin at Glamping Resort near Yosemite

Peaceful, “tiny” cabin in a village of Tiny Houses nested within the Sierra Foothills. Located on a 1300 acre resort, this 220 sq foot home sleeps up to 4. It features a queen bed, bunk room, full private bath, mini-fridge, and microwave. The relaxed property (at the doorstep of Yosemite National Park) offers dog-friendly meadows, seasonal pool, bikes, bird watching, fishing, art, and a friendly staff. We also provide free charging stations for your EVs and solid Wifi for your devices.

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Cabin in Twain Harte

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 357 reviews

Walk to town, Lake access, Pet Friendly, King bed

Our Cabin is a perfect mountain get away. Whether you're visiting nearby Pinecrest Lake, Yosemite or just wanting to relax and enjoy sitting on the back deck with a glass of wine; You'll find our home a very relaxing and quiet stay with a short 4 min walk to town! In the winters enjoy a huge wood burning fire place and watch the snow fall in the big picturesque front windows & tall open beamed ceiling. We are located in a quiet neighborhood to decompress from the hustle and bustle.

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Farm stay in Springville

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Serene Private Suite at Nexus Ranch, Sequoia Parks

Located in the foothills of the Sierras and on the edge of The Giant Sequoia National Park. This 107 acre cattle ranch has a rare beauty that everyone enjoys. Sip your coffee on the balcony of your private suite and relax in the peaceful energy of the pond, pastureland, the mountains, and the sunset. We have plenty of hiking, biking and riding trails in the hills of our ranch. We also have a 2 other rental units available (Cottage & Ranch House) for friends/family.

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Camper/RV in North Fork

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 318 reviews

Fine Gold Creek Hideout - close to Yosemite .

We have A Private mountain getaway. 26 foot trailer with kitchen, bath & shower. Close to Yosemite South Entrance (approx. 40 minute drive). Bass Lake is just mins away. Bandit Town is just a short 5 minutes away. If gambling is your desire, the Chukchansi Casino is approx. a 30 minute drive. We have many other lakes close to our site, Manzanita, Shaver, and Huntington. Excellent WIFI. A great place to relax and take in the mountain air and enjoy the view.

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Earthen home in Sonora

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews

Birds Nest, cozy, rustic, romantic, pond front

Come stay at this rustic, unique, hand sculpted cob earth house in the heart of the gold country surrounded by wilderness. The house is magical inside and out, with unique curved walls and ceilings, facing a seasonal pond and home to much wildlife. Sit outside at night under the Milky Way, watching shooting stars and listening to toads in the pond. Please note the bedroom is upstairs, the bathroom is down an external staircase. There is no oven.

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Cabin in Three Rivers

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 882 reviews

Three Rivers Cozy Mountain Getaway🌺

You will love this SUPER COZY all-wood guest cabin at the entrance of the Sequoia Nat'l Park, in the small town of Three Rivers. Your cabin is accessed by a winding private road tucked in the mountains. Be ready to kick off your shoes, take a deep breath, and escape on your large personal deck overlooking the Kaweah River and Moro Rock. Hike to my private beach with swimming holes & rapids, and enjoy the majesty of the mountains… Welcome!

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Guesthouse in Groveland

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 313 reviews

Secluded Yosemite Base Camp Sauna & Spa Gateway

Hosting in accordance with COVID-19 containment/cleaning guidelines. We ask guests be vaccinated two weeks prior to arrival. Your secluded separate guest house with private Sauna, Steam Shower, bidet, huge glass windows forest view, central heating A/C, fridge and microwave is 22 miles from Yosemite's entrance. A quiet perfect resting oasis after a long day in Yosemite. Most of our guests wish they had stayed longer.