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House rentals with a pool

Beautiful Large 4BR Home with POOL
Gwen’s place was great!! Spacious with a very nice backyard with a pool. I wish we had more time to enjoy it!!

Little Poolside House near Downtown Mountain View!
Staying at this small house with pool was just what I needed. Enjoyed all aspects of my stay!

Monterey Bay Oasis on the Ocean!
Fantastic location and home for a family get-away. Much to see and do on site and in the local area. The home is very comfortable and welcoming with all the amenities you might need and more. Can’t wait to book again!

Relax Watch Waves Crash Chic + Modern 3BD
We had a lovely weekend with our family celebrating a birthday. The place was perfect for hosting 6 of us, walking to the beach and then driving up to Capitola and other towns very close by for celebration dinners. We enjoyed staying here and would definitely recommend others to consider for a beach getaway.

Toro Park Sunshine
We loved every moment spent in this house ,especially the cats , the house was very comfortable, clean and cozy, I would definitely recommend this house .

Beautiful 3BD Home w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit
The house was great for our family stay. Lots of space, all on one level, and beautiful outdoor space. We travelled with our kids and they had a great time in the pool :) Note there is extra cost if you want the pool to be heated. Thanks for a great stay!

Oceanfront Retreat w/Private HotTub
For a great get away this place is fantastic l, Really enjoyed our stay it’s best for staying local and Allison had great recommendations for food and local sites..

Silicon Valley Luxury I Sauna, Hot Tub, Pool
Beautiful property with stunning pool and nearby hikes. Comfortable bed and amenities in peaceful and quiet surroundings. Very friendly and responsive hosts. Thanks for such a wonderful stay! Would love to return again for future trips in the area!
Weekly house rentals

Beachy Keen Westside Bungalow
Lauren’s place is so private, beautifully furnished, and in the perfect location. It’s exactly what’s needed for a getaway. We were lucky to stay there, and would love to do so again sometime.

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
We selected the home to celebrate a 60th birthday with siblings. It was perfect for our group of five. We walked (and ran) on the beach, did puzzles, made meals together, and spent quality time just hanging out. Kitchen has everything one could need. Plenty of supplies. Clear instructions and expectations. We’d absolutely return.

Treescape House, Scotts Valley/Santa Cruz Getaway
We had a great time. It was clean, cozy, and exactly as described. This place is ideal for relaxing and unwinding. The host was incredibly communicative and kind, going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!

Spacious 3-Story Home Close To SC Beach Boardwalk
Kimberly is an amazing host, very organized and easy to reach and communicate. The house is spacious and airy, in a walking distance from the beach and Downtown. It is equipped with everything you might need and more. We had a wonderful time and we hope to come back again soon!

Bay View Bungalow
Overall we had a great time. You can’t beat the location, and it accommodated my husband, toddler and myself well. Description is accurate. We had a great time, two houses away from West Cliff, pretty amazing.

Beach Suite
Wonderful space! Comfy, charming, well appointed, clean. Specifically, an extremely comfortable bed. Perfect for a single person or couple, with walking distance to the beach. Andrew and Teyara were flexible and communicative. We’d definitely come back!

Luxury Beach House - Game Room & Hot Tub
We had a wonderful stay at Theresa’s place. Great location and very well maintained. We’d love to stay there again.

Adorable Capitola/Pleasure Pt Beach House
Ronnie was a terrific host with a beautiful place that was well kept and provided everything a guest could ask for. Very clear and descriptive with details about the house as well as providing numerous amenities that made our trip even more enjoyable! Would definitely stay again in the blink of an eye and this trip will definitely be one to remember considering it resulted in me proposing.
Private house rentals

Lovely Home in the Redwoods
A lovely little cabin in the rustic Lompico hills just outside of Felton. The open floor plan makes the cabin feel very roomy, and the bright interior, together with lots of natural light, makes the place feel very cheery and welcoming. The property sits on a half-acre of gently sloping land ringed by redwoods, it's gorgeous and peaceful. Our dog loved roaming, sniffing around and playing fetch with the tennis balls left by the host. Getting there is quite easy, just follow the host's directions...the narrow mountain road might seem a little daunting at first, but we got the hang of it quickly. About 5 minutes down the road is the Zayante general store for necessities and Felton proper is about 10 minutes away. Loch Lomond is also about 10 minutes away. Lompico is a beautiful area with a cool history (look it up!) and the perfect place to unwind. Thanks for having us!

Oceanfront Home in Pacifica, CA
Great host, very responsive and beautiful place.

Artsy Downtown 3BR/ 2BA 12 min walk to Boardwalk
Trevor’s home was a pleasure and convenient walking distance to the boardwalk. Love the personality of the home and communication was amazing as well as accommodating. Will def be back again.

Surf Loft just blocks from Pleasure Point!
Such a beautiful and clean home. Accommodating hosts. We enjoyed our stay.

Redwood Treehouse Retreat
I loved staying at this magical home in the redwoods. Hiking trails within walking distance, and great farms, shops and restaurants nearby. The cabin has been lovingly renovated and tastefully furnished. Would gleefully return.

Alpine Retreat w/Pool, Sauna, and Soaking tub LS1
We had friends retreat for 8 people. One of the best houses and client service we experienced. It has everything we needed and more! Everything is new, sparkling clean and high quality. Kitchen is equipped with professional appliances. Location is very close to fun activities, but you easily can stay at home and chill in pool, soaking tub and sauna. We definitely want to book this place again for the next year.

Updated Westside home. 4 blocks from the beach!
We so enjoyed staying at Ian‘s place. The house was very comfortable and is located in a great neighborhood. It’s quiet and I so enjoyed taking my dogs for a daily walk. The home is close to some great restaurants and a wonderful park where we found a friendly Pickleball community. The area is also quite bike friendly and we took a ride with some great views of the ocean. The Co-host, Ryan, was very helpful and great about getting back to me. We hope to come back again.

Relaxed Luxury by the Beach
Great place and great location. The house has a great vibe and comfortable accommodations. Host keeps an office on site, but it’s fully separate from the house and we never noticed her.
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590 properties are a good fit for families
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210 properties allow pets
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