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Earthen home in Aptos

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 252 reviews

Adobe Casita in Aptos Mountain Retreat & Spa

Om Oasis is a beautiful and lush retreat center on several acres of a remote and peaceful 15 acre mountain top property. We host guests who wish to connect with the beauty of nature and experience peace. We are 10-15 minutes up the mountain and partially off-grid with little to no cell reception but with a great WiFi connection. There are a total of 7 guest accommodations (including this one) spread out over our developed 3 acres, making it always a very private experience and easy to distance.

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Cabin in Los Gatos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 795 reviews

Private Guest-House in the Redwoods

Our custom built guesthouse was completed in 2016. It is situated on 5 redwood-covered acres, 10 minutes south of Los Gatos and 20 minutes from Santa Cruz. We have easy access to hiking and biking trails, world-class wine-tasting, microbreweries, shops, amazing dining, and more! There is something for everyone in our area! We are surrounded by a 35 acre tree farm, so it's very private, yet close to the silicon valley! Our property has a standby generator so we are not affected by power outages.

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Flat in Carmel-by-the-Sea

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 833 reviews

Private romantic 1 br in Carmel Woods- love dogs

Dog friendly! Private entrance to 2 rm studio overlooking the forest w/ floor to ceiling windows. Queen memory-foam bed, bathroom w/shower & amenities, kitchenette w/ dishes, microwave/convection oven, burner, toaster, coffee.Far ocean view, sunsets, deck, gas grill. Quiet, fireplace, complimentary wood, free internet, TV, DVDs, LPS, All amenities. Beach towels/mats, ottoman/cot, free parking. Peaceful. Let us know about dogs when booking. note: ceilings are low in spots & there are some steps.

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Flat in Carmel

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews

HawksPerch Haven Studio DO NOT REQUEST, CONTACT US

READ THIS FIRST then contact us with the answer to our questions. In order to do that, read everything about this sanctuary, also go to bottom of page to House Rules, expand all windows to get to “Additional rules.” After reading all, select the “Contact host” link, NOT the red “Reserve” or “Check Availability” link. As soon as you contact us Airbnb will prompt you to Reserve. DON’T DO THAT! Please wait until we have replied and we will send you an invitation to book. DO NOT REQUEST TO BOOK.

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Farm stay in Carmel Valley

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 436 reviews

Carmel Valley Home on Eclectic Farm

Our 2 bedroom guest house in beautiful Carmel Valley is close to Monterey, Big Sur, Pebble Beach and Carmel by the Sea. Sight see all day and escape to a pastoral setting five minutes from Carmel Valley Village with quaint shops, restaurants and over 20 wine tasting rooms. Visit with our alpacas, horses, giant tortoises, goats, sheep, donkey and more! Wake up to sunshine, a rooster crowing and the donkey braying for breakfast! (Due to the nature of our farm we have a strict "No Pets" policy).

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Guest house in Carmel

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 1462 reviews

Carmel Rustic Cabin Like a Treehouse + Dog

Stay in our Carmel Rustic Cabin along with your dogs (see dog fee below) while shopping, visiting local wineries and restaurants or just walking your dog off-leash along Carmel's white sandy beach. Hidden in the woods, our rustic cabin is like a treehouse with all the amenities and minutes from downtown and the beaches. FYI the coast drive is now accessible between here and LA, but may be shut down during stormy weather, so be sure to follow local weather reports or just call Caltrans.

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Guest house in Santa Maria

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1456 reviews

French Country Casita - Breakfast Included

This stand-alone casita sits in the privacy of our rear yard and has a separate entrance. We are three minutes from highway 101 in the newer La Ventana community. Surrounded by beautiful mountain views on the Central Coast and close to many flourishing wineries, this residence is 20 minutes south of Pismo Beach, 30 minutes from San Luis Obispo, one hour north of Santa Barbara, close to the beautiful Danish city of Solvang and Santa Ynez.

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Guest suite in Pacific Grove

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 1212 reviews

CA Dreaming w/Ocean View, Fire pit and Gardens

Wake to an ocean view from a comfy Queen bed and enjoy the large granite walk-in shower w/sky window that opens to the warmth of the sun or coolness of the rain. Drink your morning brew in the beautiful gardens and sip your evening drink by the fire pit. Take a deep breath and enjoy the quiet of a star filled sky. This is the CA/Zen blend… magical, peaceful and pure relaxation. Come renew your spirit. It's time for a break...

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Dome in Aptos

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 1887 reviews

Mushroom Dome Retreat & the LAND of Paradise Suite

Our next open weekend is Aug. 30th! We have been listing the Mushroom Dome Retreat and the LAND of Paradise Suite with airbnb since July '09 and have had the most reservations of any of their listings. There is a reason we are so popular: the cabin is near a Redwood Grove, and at night, there is hardly any sound here - maybe crickets. It is a Paradise here: a great place to unwind & restore. Even when it rains!

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Guest suite in Del Monte Forest

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 674 reviews

Pebble Beach Guest House

Pebble Beach guest house located in the quiet Del Monte Forest, a golf destination and gated community. 650 sq.ft. 1 bedroom with queen bed, living room, gas fireplace, WiFi, TV, kitchenette, private deck with fire pit and hot tub. 7 min walk to the ocean. 3 min drive to The Inn at Spanish Bay. 5 miles to the Pebble Beach Lodge. Portable crib available. No pets. No smoking on property.

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Guest house in Cayucos

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 617 reviews

Cayucos Paradise in the Country

Get away to the country and enjoy nature at its best! Located on a 1200 acre ranch in the rolling hills of Cayucos, this one bedroom, one bath guest studio with a view of the ocean is the perfect place to revive your soul. Private and relaxing. We are located 15-20 minutes away from downtown Cayucos and 20 minutes from downtown Morro Bay.

Guest suite in Pacific Grove

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 975 reviews

No shared space! Guest suite! PGLic#0405

Our place is close to Carmel and Monterey, some of the best dining, family-friendly activities, Fisherman's Wharf, Pebble Beach, The 17-mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Lover's Point Beach, Downtown Pacific Grove, Downtown Monterey, and Asilomar Beach. Point Lobos is about 10 mins and Big Sur is only 45 mins away!

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Place to stay in Aptos

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 491 reviews

AptosForestRetreat Hot Tub DIY Breakfast #231294

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Guest suite in Santa Cruz

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 1001 reviews

Jade Studio by Beach at Jasmine Garden Oasis

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Cottage in Soquel

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 544 reviews

Cottage Nestled in the Redwoods

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Guest suite in Felton

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 747 reviews

Redwood Retreat

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Guest house in Atascadero

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 331 reviews

Oak Country Cottage

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Apartment in Oceano

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 461 reviews

SEA ME & WAVE Pismo Oceano Shell Grover SLO Avila

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Home in Monterey

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Monterey Bay Oasis on the Ocean!

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Guest house in Arroyo Grande

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviews

California central coast 2-bedroom haven

Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Cabin in Carmel-by-the-Sea

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 426 reviews

Serene Redwood Haven in Big Sur

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Cabin in Los Gatos

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 401 reviews

The Coach House

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Farm stay in San Miguel

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 414 reviews

Shade Oak

Flat in Morro Bay

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 1016 reviews

Unique Apartment with private entrance.

Guest suite in Carmel-by-the-Sea

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 673 reviews

"Carmel Cabinesque" great winter rates!

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Guest house in Morro Bay

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 614 reviews

PERFECT LIL SURF SHACK

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Guest house in Prunedale

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 675 reviews

The Lodge at Tangled Oaks

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Guest suite in Cambria

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Pet Friendly Back Studio w/ Private Patio

Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

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Guest house in Paso Robles

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Wine Country Bungalow w/ Pool, Spa

Bungalow in Paso Robles

4.76 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Hideaway House

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Guest suite in Aptos

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Seascape Escape! Now Featuring Private Pool/Spa

Flat in Aptos

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 600 reviews

Modern Ocean View 2 BD w Parking.

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Guest house in Monte Sereno

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

Greenwood Guest House, a Peaceful Oasis

Guest suite in San Jose

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 648 reviews

Hillside Retreat Private 2-Room Guest Unit & Pool

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Farm stay in Catheys Valley

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviews

"The 56" Yosemite Foothills Ranch - Pet Friendly

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Villa in Mariposa

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Yosemite Estate: Pool, Hot tub, Outdoor fireplace

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