Search for vacation rental homes in Central Coast California
Focus on What’s Important in Central Coast California
California’s long and languorous shoreline leaves plenty of room for acting out various vacation fantasies. Choosing to explore the Central Coast will bode well for anyone looking to get lost in a land of lovely beaches, spectacular sunsets, impressive historic sites and a fun-loving culture that’s all about the outdoors. If you’re just getting to know California this is a fine place to begin, and even if you’ve been before you’ll find it just isn’t capable of growing tedious.
Some of the places you’ll go (Los Osos, Paso Robles, Montecito) sound exotic yet inviting while others (Santa Barbara, Oxnard) sound familiar and are definitely worth a look. Like finally being able to put a name to a face, you’ll love the chance to see the real thing. Particular attractions include Monterey Bay Aquarium, Marina State Beach, Spanish ruins, vineyards and artsy town centers. Shopping is a popular pursuit, as is fine dining, spa-going and generally enjoying the good life…don’t forget about the natural gifts of the region, though.
Central Coast California is uniquely picturesque and well-protected from waste and development. Bird watching, hiking, biking and of course enjoying all that the beach has to offer could easily fill a lifetime of leisure-seeking. Follow the Pacific Coast Highway and see where it takes you; chances are you’ll discover an endless string of thrilling diversions that stretch all the way from Santa Cruz to Ventura (that’s a lot of territory to cover – best to get started right away).
The best points of view are offered from the perch of a vacation condo, cottage or house. There are many to choose from and each has its own personality and set of pleasing amenities. Peruse the listings for yourself and have a little fun mentally trying a few on for size. It’ll be a lot less stressful than swimsuit shopping, that’s for sure, and you’ll surely end up feeling happy with your decision and your upcoming vacation.
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Location! Location! Walk to the Beach-Newly Furnished Home! — Property 174170
- House
- 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2900 per property per week
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HarborWalk Cottage at West Beach - Only 2 Blocks to the Beach!! — Property 204492
- Cottage
- 1 bedroom , sleeps 5
- 1 bathroom
- beach
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $899 per property per week
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Harbor Lights ~~ Luxury Home & Spectacular Views ~~ Pets Welcome! — Property 145807
- House
- 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, waterfront
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $3500 per property per week
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Cypress Cottage ~ Charming Oceanfront Cottage ~ Pet Friendly! — Property 131399
- Cottage
- 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, waterfront
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2200 per property per week
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Jasmine Cottage - Spacious Luxury with Stunning Ocean Views — Property 220270
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1695 - $2450 per property per week
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Paradise Cottage - Ocean Views and Delightful Gardens — Property 204789
- Cottage
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, village
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1695 - $2450 per property per week
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Honey's Retreat — Property 208304
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 8
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, downtown
- accept credit card
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1990 - $2600 per property per week
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394 Franklin Beach Access 3 Story Townhome With 381 Wilmar sleeps 23 — Property 165876
- Townhome
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 11
- 2 bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
- beach, resort
- accept credit card
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $975 - $2200 per property per week
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Dolphin House at Mandalay Shores Beach — Property 319500
- House
- 5 bedrooms , sleeps 12
- 3 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- washing machine
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2200 - $2800 per property per week
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Luxury Mediterranean Villa on the Bay — Property 85265
- Villa
- 7 bedrooms , sleeps 21
- 2 bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
- beach, near the ocean
- air-conditioning
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2700 - $4500 per property per week
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