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A staircase with wooden steps and white railings, leading to a second floor.

1. Restored 2-bedroom cottage in beautiful California, MO

Restored 2-bedroom cottage in beautiful California, MO
California
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The house was warm & cozy, bed super comfortable. Very cute historic home, we enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Shelley F.
The price is ￥21,395
￥32,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Restored 2-bedroom cottage in beautiful California, MO
A two-story brick building with a sign reading "Lupus General Store".

2. Step Back in Time Near The Missouri River

Step Back in Time Near The Missouri River
Jamestown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Perfect spot!"
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥28,526
￥40,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Step Back in Time Near The Missouri River
An old brick building with a sign reading "Lupus General Store."

3. Quiet Riverfront Cottage on Missouri River

Quiet Riverfront Cottage on Missouri River
Jamestown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (17 reviews)
"It is a beautiful, quiet country setting and you can walk to the riverbank from the place."
United States
Patti M.
The price is ￥19,844
￥26,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Quiet Riverfront Cottage on Missouri River
A narrow hallway with a wooden bench on the right, a rocking chair in the center, and a bed at the end.

4. The Katy Caboose in Hartsburg

The Katy Caboose in Hartsburg
Hartsburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Better than advertised. Love the location and the theme.Enjoyed our stay very much!"
United States
Laura M.
The price is ￥15,515
￥31,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Katy Caboose in Hartsburg
A kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a brick wall.

5. Historic Carriage House in Jefferson City Near Capitol & Old Penitentiary

Historic Carriage House in Jefferson City Near Capitol & Old Penitentiary
Jefferson City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Amazing place, great communication, easy check in and out! Would absolutely stay again!"
United States
Christina R.
The price is ￥26,625
￥39,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Historic Carriage House in Jefferson City Near Capitol & Old Penitentiary
A cozy bedroom with a bed, a wooden table, a chair, and a staircase.

6. Cozy cabin getaway with hot-tub under stars!

Cozy cabin getaway with hot-tub under stars!
Ashland
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"This is our second time staying here and we love it. Such a peaceful relaxing place."
United States
Ryan L.
The price is ￥24,961
￥52,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Cozy cabin getaway with hot-tub under stars!
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden countertop.

7. 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Pet Friendly Apt

3 Bed 1.5 Bath Pet Friendly Apt
Columbia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Property was clean and comfortable and host was attentive."
United States
Stephanie A.
The price is ￥6,339
￥28,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
3 Bed 1.5 Bath Pet Friendly Apt
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

8. Historic 4-bedroom pet friendly rental close to downtown.

Historic 4-bedroom pet friendly rental close to downtown.
Jefferson City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"It was overall a great experience for the whole family."
United States
Corey D.
The price is ￥31,696
￥65,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Historic 4-bedroom pet friendly rental close to downtown.
A stone-walled entrance with a white door, a number '3' sign, and a small outdoor light fixture.

9. Super Close to Mizzou Condo 2 Bed 1 Bath

Super Close to Mizzou Condo 2 Bed 1 Bath
Columbia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"The stay was great. Clean, quiet, comfortable, well equipped. Also very convenient location"
United States
William
The price is ￥6,339
￥28,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Super Close to Mizzou Condo 2 Bed 1 Bath
Interior

10. Cozy Capital House - Downtown JC - Perfect for Families & Work Trips

Cozy Capital House - Downtown JC - Perfect for Families & Work Trips
Jefferson City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"A very clean economical place to stay. a super attentive host, very friendly, very central, which is also useful. We enjoyed our company trip. Charming large folder with complete information about local restaurants and attractions, information about the lake, everything. I would definitely be in contact if we ever visit the area again. Thanks again for hosting us!"
United States
Kirk M.
The price is ￥18,518
￥39,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Cozy Capital House - Downtown JC - Perfect for Families & Work Trips
A wooden pathway leading to a small cabin with a glass door and a crescent moon design.

11. Yurt Floating in the Forest

Yurt Floating in the Forest
Holts Summit
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Great little getaway location!"
United States
Stephanie H.
The price is ￥19,686
￥26,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Yurt Floating in the Forest
A deck with a white railing, a metal staircase, and a view of trees and a building in the background.

12. Business or Pleasure - a perfect and cozy get-away!

Business or Pleasure - a perfect and cozy get-away!
Jefferson City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Comfortable overnight stay and convenient location!"
United States
Courtney B.
The price is ￥15,119
￥31,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Business or Pleasure - a perfect and cozy get-away!
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

13. ~A Home Away From Home~Sleeps 8~

~A Home Away From Home~Sleeps 8~
Columbia
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"VRBO was exactly as described. Check in was super easy, and communication with the host was seamless."
United States
Bryon L.
The price is ￥14,315
￥43,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
~A Home Away From Home~Sleeps 8~
A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

14. Deep Woods Cabin-2BD/1BA/Grill/Firepit/Private Forest/Pet Friendly-4PP

Deep Woods Cabin-2BD/1BA/Grill/Firepit/Private Forest/Pet Friendly-4PP
Barnett
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed the cabin very much. The one exception was the road in and out of the property. I reported it to the call center as impassable. I incurred damage to my vehicle due to the poor condition of the road. This while crawling up the road no more than a few miles per hour. Totally unacceptable. The call center was rude and at times not understandable due to very heavy foreign accents. I was wondering who owns the road? Is it private? County owned? All questions asked the call center who...
United States
Donald B.
The price is ￥15,690
￥59,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Deep Woods Cabin-2BD/1BA/Grill/Firepit/Private Forest/Pet Friendly-4PP
A staircase with wooden steps and white walls, leading to a room with a green wall and a door labeled "Guest Room."

15. The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace

The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace
Jefferson City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"A phenomenal stay. Great atmosphere; a truly unique experience with the artwork as well as tongue-in-cheek names for the spaces. By far our favorite spot during our week-long travels across Missouri. Great location. An amazing house - a historic home in every sense of the word; and the best value of any place we stayed. Coupled with exceptional places to eat or have a drink within walking distance, and even more within a 2-mile drive, staying at the Big House made Jefferson City our...
United States
pat
The price is ￥31,785
￥48,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace
A dining area with a round table, chairs, and a clock. There are large windows with views of the outside.

16. Experience Historic Elegance in the Heart of Missouri’s Capital City

Experience Historic Elegance in the Heart of Missouri’s Capital City
Jefferson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Megan R.
The price is ￥24,568
￥42,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Experience Historic Elegance in the Heart of Missouri’s Capital City
Exterior

17. Lake of the Ozarks North Shore Cabin on the quiet side of lake.

Lake of the Ozarks North Shore Cabin on the quiet side of lake.
Rocky Mount
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Easy to find and very clean and comfortable for a quick stay at the lake!"
United States
Justine Blythe B.
The price is ￥17,433
￥22,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Lake of the Ozarks North Shore Cabin on the quiet side of lake.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with pink chairs and a white table set for four.

18. Pinkies Paradise-3BD/2BA/Sleeps 8PP-Lake Ozark

Pinkies Paradise-3BD/2BA/Sleeps 8PP-Lake Ozark
Lake Ozark
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Place was unique and had fun theming. "
United States
Meaghan
The price is ￥9,350
￥32,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Pinkies Paradise-3BD/2BA/Sleeps 8PP-Lake Ozark
A covered deck with a view of a lake, a dock, and a building across the water.

19. Cozy Lake Ozark Villa w/ Main Channel Views!

Cozy Lake Ozark Villa w/ Main Channel Views!
Lake Ozark
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great host Totally understanding and patient "
United States
Supreme
The price is ￥8,399
￥24,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cozy Lake Ozark Villa w/ Main Channel Views!
A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through the sliding glass doors.

20. Amazing Lakefront Pool On Coveted Horseshoe Bend!

Amazing Lakefront Pool On Coveted Horseshoe Bend!
Four Seasons
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Place was very clean and Pamela was a wonder host. We would definitely rebook"
United States
KATHY B.
The price is ￥8,558
￥33,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Amazing Lakefront Pool On Coveted Horseshoe Bend!
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Top California Hotel Reviews

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a desk.
Best Western Plus Capital Inn

Best Western Plus Capital Inn

Best Western Plus Capital Inn
Jefferson City

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff welcomed us throughout our stay. The property was updated and very clean. The only negative I can find is the same negative with every hotel...hotel pillows are just not good. But that's common to every hotel.
United States
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed June 2, 2020
Best Western Plus Capital Inn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find vacation rentals in California?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals near top local attractions in California, or you can go with a more secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. California is known for its golf courses.

What's the top vacation rental in California?

Amazing Lake Experiences! Private Hot Tub, Aamazing Dock, Firepit & Two Layers of Decks: This vacation home rental near California is located on a lake and has a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your vacation with a selection of games and a hot tub.

What can I see and do in California?

While you're exploring the area, Binder Lake and Runge Nature Center are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. California Country Club and Main Street Baptist Church are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What are vacation rentals like in California?

Vacation rentals are privately owned accommodations you can book for several days or more in California. Vacation rentals offer extras such as kitchens and laundry facilities so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for small groups.

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