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Golden Acid

Golden Acid

  • 4 guests

  • 2 bedrooms

Joshua Tree, San Bernardino County

Welcome to the imagination of renegade architect Robert Stone. Much more than just a home, this place in the desert is a work of art brought to life – art you add to just by reacting to it and living in it.

The Northstar

The Northstar

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Placer County, California

This cosy and quiet condo in the heart of a pine forest in a mountainous Californian resort is perfect for those looking for a low-key holiday in the countryside, as well as groups on the hunt for something more active. There are a wealth of sports and activities at your doorstep: cross-country skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking – you name it, they've got it.

Midcentury Oasis

Midcentury Oasis

  • 2 guests

  • 1 bedrooms

Old Las Palmas, Palm Springs

Villa Hermosa in Old Las Palmas was designed as a hotel and beautifully restored in 2003. This midcentury one bedroom, one bath on the first floor offers a private patio, lavish master bath, and classic open floorplan.

South Palm Daydream

South Palm Daydream

  • 8 guests

  • 4 bedrooms

Palm Desert, Riverside County

Welcome to wonderland. This dreamy and expansive Palm Desert home was built at the height of the 1960s, with modern upgrades not detracting from its original mid-century architecture.


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Swing Time

Swing Time

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Palm Desert, Riverside County

Krisel Krisel

Krisel Krisel

  • 4 guests

  • 2 bedrooms

Palm Desert, Riverside County

In the Dream House

In the Dream House

  • 12 guests

  • 5 bedrooms

Camarillo, Ventura County

Desert Serenity Retreat

Desert Serenity Retreat

  • 8 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Indio, Riverside County

The Graham Residence

The Graham Residence

  • 4 guests

  • 2 bedrooms

Yucca Valley, San Bernardino County

Desert Dome

Desert Dome

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Riverside County, California

Hey Cowboy

Hey Cowboy

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

San Bernardino County, California

The Blue Dragonfly

The Blue Dragonfly

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Ruth Hardy Park, Palm Springs

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Explore our collection of the most remarkable Airbnb Alternatives that California, United States has to offer. Every home you'll find on Plum Guide comes fully furnished with the best-equipped kitchens, essential bathroom toiletries and all linen included. Before being accepted into our collection, each home much pass a meticulous vetting process, culminating in a personal home visit from an independent Home Critic. Rent one of Plum Guide's luxury California Airbnb Alternatives, and enjoy a long or short stay to remember. Should you need any assistance with your booking, our friendly team of experts will be on hand to guide you through the process.

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