Cottage vacation rentals in Southern California

Randy’s ranch-style guest house is close proximity to numerous wineries and is a wonderful option for a romantic weekend.

The cottage was amazing! Super clean, well taken care of and all around one of the best AirBnb’s we’ve been too. When we are back in Idyllwild, we will look to stay here again.

We had the most amazing stay at Joanie’s cottage — truly an experience like no other! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beauty & charm of the place. Waking up each morning & stepping outside to a flowing creek with a coffee in hand was nothing short of magical. We even got to experience some rainfall & a bit of snowfall during our stay, which made everything feel even more special. My kids absolutely loved the hot tub, & we all had a blast playing cornhole. Since it was raining, we brought the game indoors & there was plenty of space to enjoy it without any worry. We also took peaceful little walks around the area — it’s such a beautiful, serene location. The cottage was well-stocked, & we had everything we needed. We visited the local store nearby — the owners there were so friendly and welcoming, just like everyone else in this lovely little town. I would absolutely recommend Joanie’s place to anyone looking for a unique & memorable getaway. ❤️

Carolyn’s place is well-stocked with towels, sheets and blankets. The second bedroom is more like a second living room, without closets, shelves or mirror. The location, directly across from the hot pools and horseshoe arena, and a four-minute walk to pickleball courts, is fabulous with a lake view. Kitchen is well-stocked with everything. House is bright, and the skylight in the bathroom is a great touch

Great space! Our hosts went above and beyond! The cottage was decorated for Easter, a little Easter candy dish was left out for us, there were snacks, water bowls left out for our dogs, a fresh sourdough bread, and we were even given an anniversary card as it was an anniversary weekend getaway. Amazing hosts! We loved it and would stay again!

Can't say enough good things about the beautiful place, location, attention to detail and the host, Ann. I will be back.

Beautiful and very spacious cabin. Well taken care of and helpful instructions for all amenities. Will definitely return with the family.

Nancy’s place was perfect for us for our week+ stay while visiting family in the area. The house was immaculate and well stocked with everything that we needed. Nancy was quick to respond to any questions we had. We loved the neighborhood as we are big walkers and the neighborhood streets and the preserve trail right at the end of the road were great for exercise. It was a bit of a cool week while we were in SoCal so the heater/fireplace was a welcome plus for keeping us comfortable. As a tea drinker, I was happy to have an electric tea kettle available while my husband enjoyed the keurig machine and the supply of k-cups Nancy provided. We would certainly stay again.

Great spot for 1 or 2 people. Quiet and very close to shops and restaurants of south park.

Ahhhdorable Vintage Storybook Cottage is truly a gem! The location couldn’t be better — just a short walk to both the lake and the village. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, homey feeling. The cottage smelled amazing and was absolutely spotless. We especially loved the fenced front yard, which was perfect for our little corgi — he didn’t want to leave when it was time to check out! The kitchen was well-stocked with pots, pans, and everything we needed to cook during our stay. My husband and I had a wonderful time in Big Bear relaxing and unwinding, and staying at this cottage made it all the more perfect. Huge thanks to the wonderful hosts — the cleanliness and thoughtful touches throughout the cabin truly show how much they care about their guests’ experience. Highly recommend!

Great experience, great location. It's on a main street so it's busy with traffic, at times. Not a bad thing, but just something to point out. The front is private and gated from the traffic by a beautiful and inviting area to lounge and hang out with our pups. Lovely home with all that we needed during our stay. Great host and super responsive! Would love to stay again!

Another great stay, thanks Jennifer.

We have stayed with Lisa multiple times in the past year. It’s like a home away from home. Very easy to get to and convenient to visiting friends and family. Very quiet neighborhood and cozy place inside.

Everything was great and exactly as described. The bed was also super comfortable. The view from the deck is lovely. We’ll be back!

We spent 420 here at the Ganja Getaway and had a great time! My boyfriend and I are both big music people so we absolutely loved getting to spin so many awesome records. We’re just stoners that like to travel with their dog and most of the time finding a place that accepts both is difficult so we loved being able to just smoke a bowl and chill with our pup. Richard was always responsive in the chat and met us at the door to show us the place and give us some history. Thanks for having us!

We had a great time enjoying our kids spring break at Zak’s…our kids enjoyed all the funny wall art and signs. Place was clean. We also enjoyed sitting on the deck and relaxing with the view of the beautiful trees and listening to the birds surrounding the house. The deck was great! We are hoping to visit again soon!

This is a paradisiac place. Very secluded and surrounded by nature, ideal to really unplug. The outdoor kitchen is beautiful, as well as the swimming pool and the suite. Karen was an excellent host, always available when we needed something. We are looking forward to come back soon!

I had a great stay at this cozy cottage. From the moment I booked, Jen and Justin were incredibly friendly and communicative, which made everything super easy and stress free. The space is exactly as described, charming, peaceful, and perfect for relaxing. I especially loved the reading nook by the fireplace and spending evenings in the living room reading as the sun came in through the windows. The location is great and close Lake Arrowhead, but tucked away enough to feel like a retreat. Not a single issue during my stay, and I truly appreciated how welcoming and responsive Jen and Justin were throughout. Looking forward to coming back soon!

We had a great stay at the Ohana Cottage! It was very peaceful and we enjoyed feeding the farm animals with Chris. If you want to spend time in the Santa Ynez or Los Olivos areas this is the place to go as you feel far enough to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, but close enough to all the towns to enjoy everything. Melani was very responsive and helpful host, can’t wait to come back again soon :)

Leah's place is beautifully situated near the beach, downtown and the Amtrak station. We arrived by train and did not have a car. The beach and restaurants in town all walkable! The cottage is comfortable and quiet. Leah is a very friendly and responsive host. We will certainly stay here when we come back to Carpenteria!

Eileen and George’s home is AMAZING! They are truly wonderful hosts making us feel right at home! Such a beautiful and peaceful location and easy to get to Pismo, SLO and Arroyo Grande from. They were so kind to share their delicious homemade wine, leave fresh eggs, fruit, bread and more, as well as introduce us to their friendly alpacas, llamas and golden retriever! We hope to return in the future 😊

We stayed at Chris’s place for 2 nights and it was amazing. Such a peaceful and charming place, my fiancé and I love it! The views out the back porch were so beautiful. Chris was very responsive and catered to our needs! An easy 5 stars!!

We had a great time celebrating our baby’s first birthday. It was the perfect location, close to beaches, shops etc. the house was perfect for us our baby and our dog. Host was very responsive and left helpful notes.

We had a short one night stay and enjoyed every minute we had in Kristine’s loft cabin! We explored a late afternoon on the Ernie Maxwell trail, a lovely dinner at Cafe Aroma, and an evening reading our books on the day bed. We had French press coffee before our morning hike up to Tahquitz peak. This was the perfect spot for a quick stay, and we will have to make time in the future to stay longer in Idyllwild!