There are hundreds of reasons why you should visit California. If you’re a big fan of Hollywood, chances are that Los Angeles is on your bucket list. A tour around Paramount Pictures Studios, Warner Bros. Studios, and Hollywood Walk of Fame is as surreal as it seems. You might even catch a celebrity or two during your trip. For nature lovers, Yosemite, Big Sur, and Sequoia National Park are popular for hikers, while beach bums can head over to Laguna Beach, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach. Beyond the tourist spots, California has some of the best wining and dining offerings in the country. Not only are there 90 Michelin-star restaurants in the state, but California also boasts Wine Country, which offers world-class wineries. Read on for the top pet-friendly Airbnbs in California, USA, to find the perfect rental for you and your fur baby when you visit.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 09, 2024.
1. Homely vintage cabin - Topanga
Built as a simple hunting cabin in the 1920s, this clean and cozy cottage is the perfect accommodation for a small traveling group visiting Topanga. The house is surrounded by nature and it offers beautiful views of the sunset from its deck. The cottage also features clean, white interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows, giving the space a bright and welcoming feel.
Ideal for four guests, the cabin has two bedrooms and one bathroom. There’s an open-plan space with a full kitchen, a dining area, a living room with a fireplace, and a spacious deck with outdoor seating. Pets are welcome for an additional fee.
Topanga, California, United StatesSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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wonderful touches hot shower beautiful views - i have no complaintsthe view is beautiful and the house was really comfortablea magical little cabin -- highly recommend stylishly decorated cozy beautiful view and complete privacythe views are spectacular and we made great use of the cozy fireplace and cool record playerrooms are adequate bath has modern fixtures with an amazing showerCleanliness:
clean stylish and very welcomingclean with beautiful sunset lighteverything was super clean and the kitchen well-stockedbright clean and completely relaxingthe cabin is as pictured and extremely cleanHost:
lynn was an amazing hostlynn is a great hostlynn was a fantastic host who made sure we were comfortablehost was great with communicationshe was very helpful in terms of directions and check-in and responded very quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
cute cabin in a serene locationa beautiful location to spend a few days away from the citythe cabin is a really great location to get away toamazing hiking close by and malibu just a 15 minute drive away for good foodthe cabin was very cute and a perfect location for us
2. Sleek and modern loft in San Diego
This outstanding property set in a converted 1920s department store features high ceilings, single-pane windows with views of Broadway, contemporary interiors, and modern furnishings.
The apartment sleeps two people, with one bedroom and one bathroom. You will love cooking in the full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and lounge in the spacious living room with comfy couches, a flat-screen TV, and Wi-Fi. There’s also a roof deck where you can take in the sunset views. Best of all, you can enjoy this space with your pets as it is pet-friendly.
San Diego, California, United StatesSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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if you want a quite night the wifi and cable service are awesomeCleanliness:
clean well decorated with every amenity availableHost:
they were thoughtful and attentive to all the needs i had during my staybrad and bonney are both fantastic people and hosts who were always helpful and easy to reachbrad and chandler were great hosts with numerous tips on where to hang out in san diegothe loft was a great place with great hostsalso their neighbors are friendly and the building is well-organizedRead more reviewsLocation:
loft is very good great location and facilitiesthis place is such a beautiful gem and the location is perfectwe enjoyed the loft along with the location in downtown san diegothe historical building is in a great location and we barely used our car the entire timethe space is amazing the location is ideal and host facilitate all your needs highly recommended
3. Cozy cottage for couples - Pacific Grove (from USD 210)
Couples who want some downtime from their busy lives and are looking for a quick escape will love staying in this cozy cottage for two. It offers both privacy and accessibility as it is only 20 minutes from downtown Pacific Grove and 5 minutes to Asilomar State Beach. The rental also welcomes pets at an extra fee.
Guests will love spending quality time with each other on its charming patio while sipping wine and listening to the waves. The rental has one bedroom, one bathroom, a full kitchen, a living room with a smart TV, and Wi-Fi.
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this cottage is so adorable and cozysuper comfy bed nice amenities for breakfastthe king bed was very comfortable mattress & linensshampoo and conditioner in the shower were great toowould definitely stay here again the cottage is quaint and cozy with a private outdoor areaCleanliness:
everything was clean and well organizedvery clean private and charming placevery clean easy to find and accessextremely clean and comfortable place for a getawaythe place is super fresh and cleanHost:
blake and erika are wonderful hostseven though we were practicing social distancing she was very responsive via texterika and blake are amazing hosts gave our little doggie and us privacythank-you so much for being such gracious hostserika and blake are wonderful hosts they are very responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectthe location is perfectgreat location tooclose to restaurants especially liked passionfishthere is lovely dinning spots close by and stores to get food if you choose to stay in
4. Modern home with a sprawling deck - Lone Pine (from USD 308)
This newly updated modern home is the perfect escape from city life for some rest and relaxation among giant boulders and acres of rock spires. The pet-friendly property is set in a secluded area but it is only within 10 minutes from town. The house is beautifully decorated with hardwood floors and contemporary furnishings.
It sleeps six guests, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. There’s a full kitchen, a living room with a large flat-screen TV and electric fireplace, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a laundry room. The spacious deck with a barbecue grill and fire pit is a great space to hang out with your beloved pet and travel buddies.
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gorgeous views and very comfortablethe tv has a fantastic sound system and the wifi was excellentit was also nicely decorated with views from every roomincredible siting among the boulders comfortable furnishings and many thoughtful touches throughoutdoug's home is incredibly comfortable and has lots of indoor and outdoor space to stretch out and enjoyCleanliness:
very clean and modernsuper clean and quietthe place is clean and very modernizeit was clean and had everything we neededthe house is immaculately clean and well organizedHost:
host was always responsive and answered questions quicklydoug is a great hostthank you so much doug for being a wonderful hostdoug was a lovely hosthighly recommended doug was a super nice hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is indescribably beautifulthe location was fantasticbeautiful place and amazing locationexcellent stay and amazing locationwe hope to visit this location again someday
California Tour Guide
Stephanie Eley
I'm a graduate of ITMI, International Tour Management Institute and 17 years as a licensed Tour Director and Program Director. My expertise began in NYC and Washington, DC where I'm a licensed guide and has expanded to Europe, South America, Cuba and the Western / Southwestern National Parks of the US. I'd love to introduce you for a day or a week to Denver, Colorado and the 4 corners region of the US: Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona! Let's GO!! stepheley@gmail.com
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5. Area 55 Futuro House - Joshua Tree
If you’re looking for a truly unique glamping experience in a one-of-a-kind destination, Area 55 Futuro House is right up your alley. The house is UFO-shaped with alien-themed décor, giving the space a quirky and creative vibe.
This off-grid accommodation comfortably sleeps four guests, with a sleeping arrangement of two queen beds and one mattress. All creature comforts are provided with a private bathroom with freshwater for outdoor showers, an outdoor kitchen area, solar power for small gadgets, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. Feel free to bring your fur babies to experience this unique rental as pets are welcome.
Joshua Tree, California, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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the amenities were better than expected as well and made our stay comfortablei am a big ufo fan so this was a dream come trueif you’re a fan of futuro houses this place is a treatuse you a/c wisely night time is magicalhost was very specific detailed and responsive on how to work lights kitchen/grill shower generatorCleanliness:
place was clean and had some nice featuresi didn’t see them with any sanitation items to clean withthe other one went inside the ufo to cleanthis tells me the blankets left on the floor were not washed and we only got clean beddingshe also said she left some clean bedding on top of the blankets we saw on the floorHost:
ronald was an amazing hostronald is very responsive to all our questionsthank you ronald for being a great hostronald is an amazing host very responsiveronald was super helpful and available for any questions i hadRead more reviewsLocation:
literally every detail about this location is so coolwe loved being close to everything but far enough to be away from pplgreat location star gazing is a mustplace still cool and cuteamazing and unique place great location nice and responsive host
6. Perfect hideaway in Ojai (from USD 113)
This lovely redwood cabin is the perfect holiday home for a group of three people who are looking for some peace and quiet. The property is located near Ojai Meadows Preserve and it offers a bohemian indoor-outdoor vibe. The rental is also pet-friendly, so you can tag along your pet to enjoy this cozy space.
Guests can expect a fully stocked kitchen with cookware and basic ingredients, a living room with a hammock, a washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, a full bathroom with a tub, and a little garden with tables and chairs where guests can enjoy quiet mornings. The sleeping quarter is a comfy loft bedroom with a queen-sized bed.
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ryan's place is beautiful the hammock the swinging chair in the living room the bed the couchvery well designed space with a comfortable and lovely vibewhile there is no tv the tranquility is appreciatedi didn't stay in the room much but when i did i loved the relaxing decor and vibesthe loft bedroom was so comfortableCleanliness:
clean comfortable and stylishthe cabin was lovely and cleanthe place is really great big clean and lightedcute clean and good vibeswe loved our stay at this stylish and sparkling-clean houseHost:
the hosts made everything very easy and seamlessryan is kind and easy to communicate withall communications were perfect and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
cute place in a quiet locationthe location was also perfectthe location is great; halfway between the mountains and downtown on a cute streetthe location was great tucked into a quaint residential area just a few minutes from downtown ojailocation is 5 minutes from ojai proper which was perfect
7. Lovely studio guesthouse - Long Beach (from USD 79)
This lovely rental in Long Beach is located in a fun and safe neighborhood that is walkable to the beach and restaurants. Staying here will make you feel like a part of the vibrant local community. The guesthouse features warm terracotta tones and a tropical garden that provides a welcoming and homely ambiance.
Ideal for couples, the guesthouse offers one bedroom and one bathroom. There’s a kitchen that’s well equipped, a lounge area with a TV, Wi-Fi, and a private hot tub. This pet-friendly rental also has ample outdoor space for your dog to play around.
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the extras were very nice: stocked fridge and bathroom amenities et ceteraadorable cozy studio with a wonderful hot tub and outdoor spacethe shower warmed fast and the bed was comfortablethe place was also very comfortable with a nice comfy bed and a little patiowe appreciated the yummy complimentary snacks and breakfast items check in and out were very easyCleanliness:
house was very cleanin a perfect location extremely clean and completely loaded pantryHost:
the home was beautiful and the hosts were so friendlythe host were extremely friendly and they had the greatest welcoming basketour hosts were so personable and went above and beyond in making us feel welcomethe host was very nice to provide complementary snacks and drinksthe hosts had left us some nice snacks upon check-in and they were swarmed with antsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place and great locationperfect location- close to downtown with plenty of restaurants and shoppingthe location made it very easy to access the local freeway systemit's in a great neighborhood and close to downtown and the beachwe enjoyed walking to the lagoon
8. Secluded beachfront cottage - Gualala (from USD 401)
This beautiful beachfront cottage set in 9 acres (3.6 hectares) of lush, landscaped grounds has everything you need for a summer getaway. Guests not only get to enjoy unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, but they also have direct access to a private cove. With this much outdoor space, your pets will love to be set free and explore the area. Bring them along as the property is pet-friendly with a fee per pet.
The cottage features one bedroom and one bathroom, and it accommodates up to four people. You will love to whip a delicious homecooked meal in the spacious, fully equipped kitchen and lounge in the living room with a fireplace. You can also expect additional amenities such as a hot tub, HDTV with streaming services, Wi-Fi, and outdoor seating.
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loved the view and the tide poolsthe kids slept great on the sofa bed toothe cottage was just perfect the bed was super comfortable and it really had everything we neededwe loved scoping out the tide pools and finding treasures during low tidemy toddler enjoyed the hot tub and exploring the tide pools down the mini switch back trailCleanliness:
the space is very clean and a joy to be inthe house is super cleanthe cottage is super clean and spaciousincredibly friendly hosts and a very clean interiorthe place was super clean when we arrived we had fresh eggs and local coffee beansHost:
marykate was a wonderful host answering all of our questions and giving great recommendationsmarykate is a great hostthe host communicated very well and very helpfulkaty and gregg are so kind and feel like familymarykate and gregg are fantastic hosts who will treat you like familyRead more reviewsLocation:
breathtaking location wonderful hoststhe most amazing location you can imagine so worth the trip there on hwy 1a perfect place to come relax and forget about everythingawesome location and cottage a one stop destinationbeautiful location and gracious host
9. Magical treehouse in the Santa Cruz Mountains - Watsonville (from USD 155)
If you’re looking for a unique experience, this charming treehouse features two living trees right in the middle of the living area and the bathroom. Located in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the rental is also nestled in the woods, giving the space a peaceful and tranquil vibe.
Ideal for a couple, the treehouse sleeps two guests with a bedroom and a bathroom. There’s a hot tub for a relaxing soak before bedtime. The fully equipped kitchen comes with cooking basics, and the living room is furnished with a TV and DVD player. The treehouse also welcomes pets so bring your fur baby along.
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it was fantastic there is no internet/wifi/cable so plan accordinglylovely treehouse with plenty of space and amenities to make your stay comfortablei loved sitting on the deck for breakfastthe mattress was so comfortable and the tree in the bathroom and by the bed is amazingthere is no wifi and phone reception is spotty so you’ll pretty much be off the gridCleanliness:
clean and well organizedthe treehouse was very clean and just as picturedit's always clean but still feels like a quirky personal spoti really appreciated staying in tree house so nice clean and cozy’s i definitely coming back soonHost:
very nice hosts toomary jan was a great hostmary jane is an exceptional great hostwe were greeted by the friendly host when we arrivedgreat place and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the walk to the treehousewe love the secluded location amongst the redwoodsgreat place to get awayit’s the perfect romantic place to get away from the craziness of lai recommend timing a walk from parking to the cabin in the early evening
10. Italian-inspired guesthouse - Clovis
This beautiful guesthouse, inspired by the villas in Tuscany, features a grassy front yard that’s perfect for your pets to run around. The pet-friendly property also provides dog beds and throw blankets so your fur babies can rest comfortably, and they don’t charge extra pet fees.
The house comes with two bedrooms and one bathroom that accommodate up to five guests. The kitchenette is equipped with a full-sized fridge and essential appliances for light meals. The living room has a 50-inch Smart TV with streaming services. You can also expect air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and an outdoor seating area with a firepit.
Clovis, California, United StatesSuperhostAccommodates: 5
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we loved how organized the kitchen was as well as how clear and reasonable the guest expectations wereCleanliness:
clean and very nicethe house is very clean and has everything that you could possibly need for a comfortable stayfantastic location relaxing sunset watching superb bed and bedding and super clean definitely worth itHost:
katrina is the best host ever super responsiblekatrina was nice and very responsivekatrina was also very helpful with restaurants and always quick to respondbeautiful and cozy country guesthouse katrina was very nice and helpful communication was great and booking was very flexiblekatrina was super accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location for kings canyon and surrounding parkseasy to check in and check out of and close to fresnothis quiet beautiful space is near gas food and an easy drive at the end of the 168a great place to stay
An incredible state
Whether it’s a weekend trip, a family vacation, or a solo tour, this incredible state has something exciting for everyone. With its amazing theme parks, fascinating culture, delicious cuisine, and rich history, you’ll surely keep coming back to California. With our recommended rentals, we hope you find your home away from home while you travel with your fur baby.
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