California Hotel Alternatives

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Home spotlights in California

The Curve of the Moon

The Curve of the Moon

  • 10 guests

  • 4 bedrooms

El Granada, San Mateo County

With the magic of the sea, sun, and stars surrounding you at Half Moon Bay, this incredible home is the perfect weekend retreat for a family, only twenty minutes away from San Fransisco. Charge the Tesla at the EV charging station and then explore the trails of the National Forest backing the house or pack your beach bag and stop by the Pacific Ocean, a fifteen-minute stroll away.

Desert Saga

Desert Saga

  • 6 guests

  • 2 bedrooms

San Bernardino County, California

When architect, Malek Alqadi combined astute environmentalism with his exquisite taste, he didn't just create this home, he sparked a revolution in sustainable tourism. Set on the edge of the Joshua Tree National Park, guests take the lead in operating this clean yet luxurious off-grid space.

Pinewood & Prints

Pinewood & Prints

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Golden Rectangle, Carmel-by-the-Sea

The host of this renovated beach hut in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea has done a stellar job in retaining the home's historical character while also ensuring it belongs well and truly in the twenty-first century. Pinewood flooring, original windows and the stone fireplace are accompanied by industrial-inspired lighting, furnishings in an angelic shade of white and pops of colour from prints hanging on the wall.

Pacific Shipping

Pacific Shipping

  • 4 guests

  • 1 bedrooms

Montecito, Santa Barbara County

Full of personalised little touches and less than ten minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, this modern coastal cottage is an Instagrammer's dream. From the outside, it takes inspiration from industrial-style shipping containers, while inside the home's muted palette and minimalist design induces a peaceful serenity.


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Desert Dome

Desert Dome

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Riverside County, California

Breeze Blocks

Breeze Blocks

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

La Quinta, Riverside County

Keen Evergreen

Keen Evergreen

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Pine Mountain Club, Kern County

Black Arrow

Black Arrow

  • 12 guests

  • 5 bedrooms

Lake Arrowhead, San Bernardino County

Cherries & Plums

Cherries & Plums

  • 4 guests

  • 2 bedrooms

Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente, California

Desert Vistas

Desert Vistas

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

Chino Canyon, Palm Springs

Abstractionist

Abstractionist

  • 4 guests

  • 2 bedrooms

Joshua Tree, San Bernardino County

The Oasis

The Oasis

  • 8 guests

  • 4 bedrooms

Joshua Tree, San Bernardino County

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