
Cottage vacation rentals in Central California
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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.

Beautiful Secluded Cottage, 4 miles from park
Nestled between rocks and trees, this cozy, modern cottage will make your stay unforgettable. Although the home is in the center of Three Rivers (you can even walk to the candy store and the Riverview), it totally feels secluded, since it is located on a private road. Relax on the patio after a day in the park, or settle on the couch to watch your favorite show on the smart tv. We offer good wifi and a desk for those of you needing to work. The bedroom is spacious and has a king size bed.

Bixel Bungalow-in Historic Columbia Gold Rush Town
Pets Welcome, no extra fee. Relaxing base for adventure in the Sierra Foothills. Detached house & garden. We put a lot of care into ensuring this is a comfortable, aesthetic and functional place to stay. 1 mile from Columbia State Historic Park, 5 miles to Sonora or Jamestown and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. 14 miles to Murphys , 37 miles to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, 50 miles to Bear Valley Ski Resort. 53 miles to Yosemite. Guests always say "the best Air BNB we have ever stayed at!"

Peaceful Cottage in an Olive Grove
Come relax in this cozy cottage removed from the frantic world but so close you can easily go back at any time. Whether you choose to unwind in the serenity that surrounds our olive farm or venture out to experience all that SLO County has to offer, you'll be in the perfect spot for either or both. We're on a road less traveled with neighbors few and far between but located just 10 minutes from wine tasting, beaches, downtown SLO, the Village of Arroyo Grande, hiking trails and so much more.

1929 Spanish Casita With Bicycles For Two
Enjoy a high-touch, yet private casita near UCSC. Curl up with a book in your red leather armchair in the beautiful living room featuring down, Restoration Hardware furnishings and a gas burning fireplace. In the evening, take a seat on your private patio beneath a leafy pergola and enjoy a glass of wine at this historic, Spanish-style casita. Some of the BEST bakeries, natural grocery stores, wine tasting, shopping, beaches and restaurants are all a short walk/bike ride or drive away xx

Boho Beach Cottage • Walk to Local Beach & Town
Charming Shell Beach boho cottage just ½ block to a locals-only ocean access with tide pools and sweeping coastal views. Walk to neighborhood cafés, wine bars, and or relax by the fireplace in this cozy retreat just 1 mile from downtown Pismo. Built in 1948, this soulful cottage blends vintage charm with thoughtful updates, including a subway-tiled bath and refreshed kitchen. Earthy textures, bohemian details, and coastal simplicity create a warm, unfussy space for golden sunset evenings.

Fairytale Cottage on Ocean Avenue, Downtown Carmel
Sades Loft is located in a fairytale cottage in the heart of downtown Carmel-By-The-Sea. The upstairs loft has its own private entry on Ocean Avenue. Open your front door and explore downtown Carmel or take a 10 minute stroll down to the beach. Once a VIP room where Hollywood & local legends gathered late into the night, today, the Loft is a relaxing spot where you can listen to soft music from the restaurant below or watch passerby's buying old fashioned candy from the Cottage of Sweets.

Adorable A Frame
Adorable A frame house close to Yosemite (32 miles), Bass Lake (23 miles), Sequoia, and Kings Canyon! Our cute 2 bedroom cottage is the perfect spot to relax after a day trip to the lake or park. We have a fully stocked kitchen, washer & dryer, bbq and patio set for outdoor eating. The house is equipped with wifi, 3 AC units (upstairs & down) and space heaters. Watch the stars at night, or see deer grazing in the yard. Enjoy our cute peaceful neighborhood on 1 acre of land!

Netflix 'Stay Here' Vineyard Cottage
Nestled on 66 acres in the heart of Paso Robles wine country and featured on Netflix's hit show, Stays Here, is Vintage Ranch Cottage. Surrounded by mature vineyards and rolling hills, the cottage leaves nothing to be desired of the Paso Robles wine country experience. Centrally located 10 minutes to downtown, 5 minutes to the Adelaida wine trail, 15 minutes to Lake Nacimiento and 35 minutes to the coast! Come enjoy gorgeous Paso Robles and "stay here" at Vintage Ranch!

Cozy Cottage Nestled Under the Oaks “Oak Nest”
February is off to a lovely, sunny and warm start.! We are a 1 hour and 50 min drive to the Yosemite entrance gate. Oak Nest Cottage is a quiet retreat on 5 wooded acres. The humble cottage is 600 sq feet. Super clean and efficient. The private and quiet cottage includes a kitchenette, bathroom w/ shower, deck, carport and a loft bedroom w/ air cooler. It is comfortably romantic for 2 , safe & affordable for solo travelers.

5 Oaks Cottage
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. No neighbors, very private retreat with custom stone details. Located on a private ranch 2miles off of Hwy 41 with walking trails, and lots of wildlife as well as chickens, lambs and a horse! 7 min to the Historic town of Coarsegold, 15 min from Oakhurst and 35 min to the Yosemite National Park southern park entrance off of Hwy 41.

Oak Grove Cottage with fire pit
Escape to The Cottage, a charming retreat on the Central Coast, nestled under majestic oaks and twinkling bistro lights. Perfect for couples, this cozy space is your ideal home base for exploring Paso Robles wineries, SLO, and scenic Highway 1. Features a Cal King bed, full kitchen, and a private outdoor oasis with a gas fire pit. A magical setting for your next adventure.
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Sweet Yosemite Cottage with Hot Tub

Central Coast; Meadow, Hot Tub, Polite Pets Welcom

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Private super cozy country cottage with pool & spa

Ivy House-HotTub-Firepit-Tesla Charging

Brand New Hot Tub! | 20 Miles-Yosemite | King Beds

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French Oak | Short Walk to Downtown | Bring Fido!

Red Door Cottage. Close to town! Pet-friendly!

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