Relax in California Central Coast Vacation Rentals

Head out to California’s Central Coast and enjoy your stay in a vacation home rental. With areas like Monterey and San Francisco, you’ll find the wild coastlines and gorgeous beaches in California to be unlike other beaches you’ve seen before. A Monterey vacation rental makes a great home base for exploring this area of wild coastlines and gorgeous beaches between San Francisco Bay and the southern cities. Guests of Monterey vacation rentals and villas can visit a fascinating aquarium and explore Cannery Row, made famous by John Steinbeck.

Follow the scenic 17 Mile Drive to Carmel, an artsy hamlet that is home to celebrities and outstanding golf at Pebble Beach. Attractions near href="http://www.homeaway.com/USA/California/Central-Coast/Carmel/r7166.htm">Carmel vacation rentals include magnificent Big Sur, where steep cliffs meet the sea along scenic Highway 1.

A Santa Cruz vacation rental is ideal for families looking for extra space to spread out in during their vacation. Nearby attractions include the old-fashioned arcades and amusement park on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the white sand of Santa Cruz Beach, and the monarch butterflies at Natural Bridges State Beach. There are also more great beaches, including Sunset Beach in Watsonville and Seacliff State Beach in Aptos, so don’t forget to pack your swimsuit when you’re packing those sweaters!

Santa Barbara vacation rentals make it a breeze to enjoy beach activities and cultural attractions in this lovely town, billed "the American Riviera." Outdoor activities for guests of Santa Barbara vacation rentals include swimming, boating, fishing, whale watching, surfing, hiking, and hang gliding. Other attractions include art galleries and museums, a thriving performing arts community, Stearns Wharf, the Santa Barbara Wine Country, and the nearby Santa Ynez Mountains and Santa Ynez Valley.

Other popular California Central Coast accommodations include Ventura villas, San Luis Obispo condos, Morro Bay house rentals, Pismo Beach houses, and Pacific Grove beachfront condos.

Search today for your California Central Voast vacation rental!

While you are searching for California beach rentals, consider some coastal options like Los Angeles rentals, San Francisco apartment rentals, Santa Barbara rentals, or San Diego beach rentals. Other California areas include Big Bear Lake cabin rentals and Lake Tahoe vacation rentals.


Vacation Rentals in Central Coast California, California

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5 Star Beach House -- 2,200 Square Feet -- Ocean View

— Property 232032
Central Coast California estate rental - Back view of house.
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 20,
Estate, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$395 - $550/night
$2,500 - $3,000/week
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

We spent a last minute weekend girl's trip here and had an incredible time. The house was even nicer than we'd imagined - beautifully maintained, fully stocked gourmet kitchen, and just the...
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2 Spas 2 Bbq's Black Bottom Lagoon Style Pool and much more at Rolling Thunder

— Property 252436
Central Coast California villa rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12,
Villa, 4 Bathrooms, mountain, town, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$499 - $599/night
$3,999/week
$14,999/month
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

If you are looking for a first class vacation experience here it is from the property itself and the range of services provided by the owners to give you a really unique experience. My husband...
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Walk to Everything! Ocean View-Master Bedroom Suite

— Property 224176
Central Coast California house rental - Street View of Home
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, near the ocean, village, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$5,000/month
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Luxury Montecito Beachfront Estate

— Property 230351
Central Coast California estate rental - Villa Pelican
7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14,
Estate, 7 Bathrooms, 2 Half Baths, beach, waterfront, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$1,500/night
$8,000/week
$25,000/month
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5-Star(fish) Seabright Beach House - New!! Stylish Ocean Front Home

— Property 235299
Central Coast California house rental - View from the Trestle Bridge Across the Street
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, terrace
Rates - per property (USD)
$375/night
$2,200/week
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Sliver Strand Beach great surf, cool beach house

— Property 207162
Central Coast California cottage rental - Come on in
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, jacuzzi
Rates - per property (USD)
$175 - $250/night
$900 - $1,300/week
$2,200 - $4,500/month
Accepts Online Payments
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

This place had EVERYTHING! Each bedroom has a satellite flat screen TV, living room too with a great stereo/IPod system. The jacuzzi is great after a day at the beach or sightseeing on beach...
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Just Off the Sand at Carpinteria - Ocean and Mountain Views

— Property 155057
Central Coast California condo rental - View from front deck
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5,
Condo, 1 Bathroom, beach, waterfront, balcony
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

We love Carpinteria! The Rental Agent Lynn was wonderful, professional, and very friendly. We live in mountains, and this is a perfect place on the beach to get away. It is private, yet...
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This Beautiful Home will Exceed your Expectations!

— Property 241960
Central Coast California house rental - Walking, Biking, Skate Board Park
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, downtown, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$200/night
$1,250/week
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Michell's Cove Beach House - one block off of West Cliff!

— Property 190646
Central Coast California house rental - Backyard
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, downtown, jacuzzi
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Artist owned and operated vintage cottage

— Property 177723
Central Coast California cottage rental - Watercolour Cottage
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, garden
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

I was pleasantly surprised on my visit to the watercolor cottage. I felt the attention to detail was more than I expected, the decor was like a blast from the past /combined with chic bohemian...
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Seaside Retreat Just 1 Block to the Beach

— Property 322157
Central Coast California house rental - Beautiful Views and Near the Beach
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 15,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, near the ocean, garden
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

The views are mostly of power lines and of the building that's right next door, the place was in need of vacuuming and cleaning when we arrived, the carpeting is "well worn", the patio furniture...
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Light and Bright, 3 bd, 2.5 ba ocean view house in Morro Bay

— Property 192406
Central Coast California house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, downtown, tennis court
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

We had a wonderful time in Morro. Once arriving at our rental, we were greeted by the owner of the property and shown where everything was and instructed on how use items in the home as well as...
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Spacious Dutch Colonial in Ojai Valley

— Property 230749
Central Coast California house rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9,
House, 3 Bathrooms, rural, pool
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

My friends and I rented this lovely home for a girls' getaway weekend. The house has just about every amenity you could ask for. It's very comfortable and spacious, and the property...
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Oceanfront, Pool & Spa

— Property 302959
Special Offer
Central Coast California house rental - oceanside patio
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, jacuzzi
Rates - per property (USD)
$3,500/week
$8,000/month
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Bright, Sunny Oceanfront Beach Cottage in Santa Barbara!

— Property 179064
Central Coast California cottage rental - view from the backyard
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Cottage, 2 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, internet access
Rates - per property (USD)
$550 - $600/night
$3,500 - $3,850/week
Accepts Online Payments
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Charming Seabright Bungalow

— Property 209561
Central Coast California house rental - Our Seabright bungalow
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, river, internet access
Rates - per property (USD)
$1,250 - $1,450/week
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

Thank you Sarena for sharing your beautiful vacation home with my family. The location was perfect and convienient to everything, and the neighborhood was quiet and charming! The house was...
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Great View of the Ocean, Featured on Architect's Tour

— Property 112417
Central Coast California house rental - New Home, Designed for Vacation Rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9,
House, 3 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, jacuzzi
Rates - per property (USD)
$400 - $500/night
$2,700/week
$5,000/month
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

We LOVED your house!! When we pulled up my girls said, "Mom, you got the nicest house on the street!" Once inside, we were amazed at how beautiful everything was. The online pictures do not do...
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Mermaid Retreat (One Week Minimum Stay Required)

— Property 200716
Central Coast California cottage rental - Lovers Point and the Magic Carpet
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$800 - $900/week
$2,800 - $3,200/month
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

My family and I rented this little place while I was at a conference in Asilomar. My three year old little girl loved the Mermaid decor. Property has an elevated bedroom (3 stairs up) that is...
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Charming and Romantic Harbor Beach Cottage

— Property 224234
Central Coast California house rental - Living Room
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, pets considered
Rates - per property (USD)
$200/night
$1,400/week
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Sunswept-by-the-Sea-Carmel:artsy beauty, located in town, walk to ocean.

— Property 187681
Central Coast California house rental - Living-room with fireplace
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, town, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$2,900/week
$6,900/month
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Brand New Valentina Luxury Villas-1.5 Blocks from the Beach- WINTER SPECIALS!

— Property 239344
Central Coast California villa rental - Check out all 9 of our luxury vacation rentals
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Villa, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$300/night
$1,800/week
Calendar Updated Nov 9 2009

Property Review

We have personally experienced in the Valentina a unique sense of joy and relaxation with quiet moments when for the few times in a long life we felt enveloped in the uncontrived beauty of our...
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Beautiful Farmhouse on 50 acre Vineyard Paso Robles WIne Country

— Property 168733
Golf
Central Coast California farmhouse rental - Front of Farmhouse
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Farmhouse, 2 Bathrooms, rural, jacuzzi
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

Thank you for the opportunity to stay at HammerSky Vineyards. We fell in love with your wonderfully decorated home. We had an absolute perfect weekend away. Paso Robles is one of our favorite...
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Charming cottage with nautical decor theme

— Property 251402
Central Coast California cottage rental
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, town, pool
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

The owner of the above property makes you feel as though you're a part of the family. The home is picturesque and just two blocks from the boardwalk. Everything about our stay at this property was...
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Serene in Santa Cruz - Relax in Comfort & Style

— Property 162929
Central Coast California house rental - Perfect place for morning coffee
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$200 - $225/night
$1,160 - $1,400/week
$4,500 - $5,500/month
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

The bungalow is very clean, updated and modern. We really liked it a lot. It is close to the beach and it is in a quiet neighborhood. A perfect house that feels like home. We can recommend it...
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Harborwalk Cottage at West Beach

— Property 152443
Central Coast California cottage rental
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$189/night
$1,095/week
$2,995/month
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

My family and I rented all three apartments available at this property and they were simply perfect!! They gave us the privacy we needed, yet the proximity we all wanted to one another. Each...
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HarborWalk Cottage at West Beach - Only 2 Blocks to the Beach!!

— Property 204492
Central Coast California cottage rental
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$159/night
$899/week
$2,495/month
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

I Love this place! My wife and I have stayed here every December for the last 3 years and decided to finally write a review. The great thing about this place is that it is centrally located to...
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Blacks Beach Retreat- Steps to the Private End of Twin Lakes Beach.

— Property 167869
Central Coast California house rental - Blacks Beach Retreat-Steps to Twin Lakes Beach
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$235 - $275/night
$1,400 - $1,750/week
Calendar Updated Nov 7 2009

Property Review

We travelled to Santa Cruz for son's graduation from UC Santa Cruz. This property is fantastic. We had my school-age children and their half-sister, a toddler. The house is clean,...
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Luxary Beach House -walking distance to downtown and beach

— Property 226427
Central Coast California house rental - Minutes to beach and pier
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, downtown, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$1,190/week
Calendar Updated Nov 7 2009

Property Review

We had never been to Santa Barbara, so we weren't really sure where this house would be located, but when we got there, we found out that it was right in the heart of downtown. We could walk to...
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Spectacular 180-degree private ocean front cliff home -Pets Welcomed

— Property 175666
Central Coast California house rental - Relax and enjoy a meal overlooking Monterey Bay
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$300 - $350/night
$1,975/week
$6,500/month
Calendar Updated Nov 7 2009

Property Review

We spent 3 nights at this house & had a wonderful time. The view of the ocean is spectacular, even saw a few sea lions swimming around. Slept with the windows/slider open, listening to the waves...
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Beachfront Gem * Pajaro Dunes House on Monterey Bay * Views!

— Property 255857
Central Coast California house rental - View from upper deck (off Dining Room)
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9,
House, 3 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, tennis court
Rates - per property (USD)
$500 - $600/night
$2,400 - $3,450/week