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1. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"We loved our stay! The aesthetics were on point, and we really appreciated all the name-brand touches, from the Crate & Barrel sofa and CB2 dishes to the TOTO toilet. Everything had a beautiful, high-end feel. The location was nice and quiet, and free parking was a huge plus!"
United States
Mia
The price is CA $191
CA $321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is CA $238
CA $376 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

3. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Cozy place"
United States
Mikhail
The price is CA $194
CA $325 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

4. The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach
4.0 star property
Summerland
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is CA $233
CA $465 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

5. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance of most things. Parking was easy."
United States
Maria
The price is CA $144
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $138
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (528 reviews)
"Peaceful and wonderful stay. I have no idea about this place and I am so happy that we came here for my daughter’s birthday. She loved it and it is only 20 minutes from Santa Cruz. Definitely recommend."
United States
Shireen
The price is CA $133
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Fern River Resort

8. Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach
3.0 star property
Avila Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"Awesome view and great layout!"
United States
Steve
The price is CA $337
CA $379 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Flying Flags Avila Beach

9. Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
3.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"Family, friendly, clean, restrooms, pet friendly will definitely go back Again"
United States
Gissela
The price is CA $153
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

10. Channel Island Shores

Channel Island Shores
3.0 star property
Oxnard Shores
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (674 reviews)
"Loved it and we will be back!"
United States
Lamarcus
The price is CA $184
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Channel Island Shores

11. Gray's Inn & Gallery

Gray's Inn & Gallery
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Great place to stay on the water! Everything is as described and was very comfortable for 2 people. Parking was easy and the location is very walkable to restaurants and shops."
United States
Victor
The price is CA $453
CA $518 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gray's Inn & Gallery

12. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is CA $222
CA $357 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Caravan Outpost

Caravan Outpost
2.0 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (345 reviews)
"Cozy room, well organized, cute location."
United States
Vlasta
The price is CA $279
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Caravan Outpost

14. Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great stay. Comfortable bed, well-equipped kitchen, and a walkable location. Dedicated parking made it easy. Clean and well done. Would book again."
United States
Jacob
The price is CA $284
CA $467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casa Yano by The Beach

15. La Arboleda

La Arboleda
3.0 star property
Lompoc
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"This is a very special cottage in a beautiful setting. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is CA $222
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
La Arboleda

16. The Inn At Anatega

The Inn At Anatega
2.5 star property
Lower State
The price is CA $349
CA $678 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Inn At Anatega

17. Mandalay Shores Resort

Mandalay Shores Resort
3.5 star property
Oxnard Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Walking distance from beach"
United States
Rosa
The price is CA $246
CA $511 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Mandalay Shores Resort

18. The Cayucan Bungalows by AvantStay

The Cayucan Bungalows by AvantStay
3.0 star property
Cayucos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Beach view and location was the best"
United States
sandra
The price is CA $342
CA $718 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Cayucan Bungalows by AvantStay

19. Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Amazing property. Clean , close to pier and State Street! We had a great time and highly recommend ! "
United States
john
The price is CA $280
CA $679 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Los Aguajes

20. Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (94 reviews)
"Amazing room with view. Great for families"
United States
Lisa
The price is CA $273
CA $474 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Tide Pool Villas
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Central Coast California. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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