The vibrant, Southern Californian city of Riverside is great for a quick getaway. It is just a 57-minute drive from Los Angeles. Walk down the palm-lined sidewalks of the city as you soak up the Spanish-style architecture. History buffs will enjoy a visit to Mission Inn Hotel & Spa and Museum of Riverside. Children will enjoy California Citrus State Historic Park, as they get acquainted with how limes, grapefruit, oranges, and lemons grow. Enjoy some theater at Fox Performing Arts Center, the first to screen the 1939 movie, “Gone With The Wind.” Outdoor lovers will appreciate a hike to Mount Rubidoux. To help you on your vacation planning, read on below for our list of the top tiny houses for rent near Riverside, California.
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 April 11, 2024.
1. Tiny home in Sky Valley Resort (from USD 116)
This tiny home is set in the beautiful Sky Valley Resort. It boasts an outdoor pool where you can have a refreshing swim under the sun and a spa for you to soak in and relax while on vacation.
Going into the house, a bright living room will welcome you. Get cozy on the comfy sofas and enjoy watching your favorite shows together. Next to it is the dining area and the well-equipped kitchen that allows you to prepare delicious home-cooked meals. Right outside the property is a patio with outdoor furniture, the best spot to have a cup of coffee while taking in views of the pond.
2. Cozy cabin for families and pets (from USD 99)
Families and pets will enjoy a stay in this cozy cabin for rent. It has an open-plan space with a kitchen, dining, and living room. The kitchen is equipped with modern facilities, so you can create delectable meals with ease. After eating, curl up on the comfy couches and grab the remote to watch your favorite movies.
If the weather is fine, you can hang out on the porch or huddle around the fire pit and have fun making s'mores. Pets are also allowed on the property for a fee of 100 USD, so feel free to bring your fur babies with you.
3. Pet-friendly cabin with a hot tub (from USD 254)
Are you looking for a place to stay with your furry pals? Check out this pet-friendly cabin in Lake Arrowhead that is well-equipped with modern amenities such as air-conditioning, a heating system, and wireless internet. Featuring a private hot tub, the property allows you to relax and unwind while on vacation.
Furthermore, it has an open-floor kitchen and a cozy living room with plush sofas and a flat-screen TV. More spaces to hang out and dine are found in the backyard where you can also grill some barbecues.
4. Cozy cabin near Lake Gregory (from USD 100)
Perfect for a romantic rendezvous, this charming and erstwhile hunting cabin is kitted with modern amenities. The airy bedroom with vaulted ceilings has a double bed and sleeps two while the en-suite bathroom has a shower with hot water. This lovely rental also has a lovely kitchen with a stove, oven, dishwasher, fridge, and cooking basics.
Lounge on the comfortable sofa and watch TV. Relax on the patio with a book or coffee. There’s also free Wi-Fi access, and on-site parking is already provided. A 15-minute drive takes you to Lake Gregory where you can fish, kayak, or paddleboard.
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desiree is the perfect host quick to reply and incredibly kind and accommodatingi could easily communicate with hostRead more reviewsLocation:
we enjoyed our quiet getaway in the cute little cabinthis place is a perfect cozy getaway in the mountains
5. Tiny house for four in Wildomar (from USD 86)
This cozy, tiny home sleeps four people easily. It has a bedroom in the loft with a queen bed for two. The sofa bed with memory foam mattress is on the lower level and sleeps two more. It also has a bathroom that has a rain shower and hot water.
If you wish to cook, the kitchen has a toaster, oven, fridge, microwave, stove, and utensils. Watch TV in the living area or enter through the French doors to the deck and soak up the lovely views.
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wifi was also great for when i had to workthe pullout sofa bed and the bed in the loft were both very comfortableit's so open and roomy our family of 4 was super comfortable heredefinitely use the whole house fan at nightwe also had a laugh with trying to figure out the compost toiletCleanliness:
great space for a great price 4 stars on cleanliness because there were ants but they were harmlessthe house was very clean and had everything you could need during your staythe tiny house was super adorable and very cleanthe home was clean cute and perfectly organizedthe beds are comfortable and the house is very cleanHost:
the home itself is super cool tom is a great hosthis animals are friendly and adorable as was the home itselflovely design touches through the home an amazing back yard and a gracious hosttom is a great host- he respects your privacy but responds to requests very quicklythis coupled with the gracious thoughtful host make this a must stayRead more reviewsLocation:
cute cozy and a relaxed desert locationsuper convenient location and was perfect for quick trips back and forth to my sister’s wedding venue in wildomarperfectly comfortable lite place with everything you needgreat tiny house great place to get spark my interest in the tiny house marketthis tiny stay is a quiet and interesting stay
6. Charming one-bedroom studio in Trabuco Canyon (from USD 99)
Tucked away in a serene area, this charming studio accommodates two guests. The room here is cheery and has a queen bed, while the bathroom is en suite, with essentials provided. The kitchenette features a sink, utensils, microwave, coffee maker, and mini-fridge.
You can sip a cup of coffee outside in the yard and enjoy the bench swing hanging from a massive tree. Free Wi-Fi access and on-site parking are available. Enjoy the scenic views of Saddleback Mountain as you go hiking or grab a quick breakfast or coffee at Latte Da Bagelry and Grill.
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such as plenty of well-placed outlets homey fresh flowers and a well-stocked kitchen were so appreciatedher place was clean and cozy with plenty of thoughtful touches (snacks water coffee and tea )Cleanliness:
we had such a wonderful time the tiny house was adorable very clean and quite comfortablecool small town & the place is lovely & very clean as wellthe place has a good design is clean and has thoughtful stylish touchesthis place was amazing it was cute clean and cozydonnamae's place was lovely to stay at very clean decorated nicely and her responses were extremely quickHost:
donnamae was a great hostdonna mae was a wonderful hostdonnamae is a wonderful host with a great little studio tucked into the mountainswe enjoyed the friendly wandering chickens the cooing doves and the friendly catwhat a lovely place and also such a welcoming and warm hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location and very quietthe location is tranquil and beautifuldonnamae’s place is located in the perfect areathe property was super cute and the location felt very safe and welcomingclean stylish private in an interesting place close to nature and close to civilization at the same time
7. Delightful studio for two in La Puente (from USD 78)
The cozy studio is great for couples and is close to several tourist attractions. A quick drive can get you to the beach, Hollywood, or Universal Studios. Sleep comfortably in the queen bed after a long day of sightseeing or rejuvenate with a hot shower.
The kitchen has a fridge, microwave, and tableware. You can eat at the table or on the sofa while watching TV. You can also catch up on work at the dedicated workspace. The rental offers free parking and Wi-Fi access.
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the air conditioning worked greatthe air conditioning was perfect for higher temperatures and heating for colder temperaturesthe room is just as pictured so we were very pleased with our stayCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableeverything was very clean and tidyvery clean and responds fastwas very clean and tidyvery clean and cuteHost:
host was very responsivevery nice host and place to stayawesome place and awesome hostshosts are super friendly toosuper communicative host very welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location at an affordable pricethe location is ~30 minutes from downtown but very easily accessiblesuper cute comfortable and chic placebeautiful studio located at a great location close to many outside patio restaurantsdefinitely worth it and really convenient location easy access to everything you need and such a great neighborhood
8. Lovely cottage in Orange Park Acres (from USD 92)
The lovely rental sleeps two guests easily on the double bed and boasts a spacious en-suite bathroom. The kitchen has a fridge, coffee maker, and microwave. Watch Netflix on the smart TV in the lounge or laze with a book.
Free Wi-Fi access, parking on the premises, and a dedicated workspace are provided. You can also watch the horses that abound here. The freeway is minutes away and Disneyland is 12.9 km (8 mi) away while a 20-minute drive will take you to Newport.
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cozy charming and a gem beautiful area and quiet eveningsthe house was really clean fast wifi comfortable bed and close to the freewaysCleanliness:
room was very clean and cozyit was so clean and charmingvery clean homey and peacefulthe place was very cleanthe cottage is exceptionally clean and the bed is very comfortableHost:
teresa is a great host as wellcomfortable room and amazing hostshe let us meet her horses and dogs and was a wonderful hostall in all my stay here was perfect and the host was super welcoming and friendlyteresa was very accommodating and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
teresa’s place was very cute and tidy great location we enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back :)teresa’s place was a hidden gem in such a lovely location away from the big citycute tiny house feel great location with lots of local stuff to do we enjoyed our staya 5 out of 5 stay and a perfect locationcozy beautiful and in a great location we would definitely stay again
9. The Nugget (from USD 120)
Couples will enjoy a romantic retreat in this cozy abode. The bedroom has a queen bed and sleeps two, and the down feather beddings add to the comfort. The windows have blackout blinds and you can listen to music on the provided Echo Dot. It has a business corner that has a laptop desk and fast Wi-Fi access.
This rental also has a mini-fridge, toaster, coffee maker, fridge, and utensils. The owner offers breakfast is offered, which you can eat on the dining table. Relax in the backyard amid nature as you sip coffee out on the deck. You won’t have to go far for a swim, as the beach is just an eight-minute drive away.
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so cozy and the deck is fairly private and amazingvery comfortable bed and blanketsgreat for one person not really enough room for 2the bed was extremely comfortablethe bed was super comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and parking is a breezequiet clean and comfortablethe space was super clean and decorated really nicelyvery clean and modern perfect for a weekendsuper comfortable bed and really cleanHost:
great host and beautiful homeceline was a wonderful host and quick to communicate with usgreat host and a beautiful little housei loved my experience and celine was a great hostlots of special touches celine did an incredible job and was a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location ideal and near restaurantsthe location is in a great neighborhoodcute little place near lots of restaurantsperfect getaway close to the beachgreat location and celine is very nice
10. Miniature mansion with hammock
Set on 5 acres (2 hectares) of land, the charming home is near the Temecula wineries. The tiny house accommodates two guests and has an en-suite bathroom. The kitchen has a stove, oven, blender, mini-fridge, cooking basics, and coffee maker. Read a book on the sofa, lounge out on the hammock and stargaze, or enjoy a barbecue under the stars as you enjoy a romantic evening. Also, you can go for a hot air balloon ride nearby for fun.
Riverside County, California, United States
39.3 km (24.5 mi) from Elm Grove BeachSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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hot shower warm coffee and a gorgeous sunrisecouch and bed in the home are very comfortableit had everything we need to cook and a/c was perfect for the hot weatherhighly recommend this place as long as you are comfortable being in a secluded area the views are amazingthe space is well laid out and comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and very quietthe place was clean and homeythe place itself was clean and comfortableeverything was clean and detailed when i showed upthe house was clean and communication with the host was perfectHost:
david is an amazing hostdavid is a great host and answered any questions we haddavid was a great host and always responded to our questions promptlydavid was kind and very responsivedavid was very responsive by text and clearly communicated answers to my questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location in the middle of nowherethe mini mansion was extremely cute and in such a quiet locationgreat vacation spot super secluded and close to wineriesvery close to wine country which is perfectstaying at david's mini mansion definitely exceeded all my expectations the location was very remote and off the grid
11. Guest house with a saltwater pool
This Airbnb rental accommodates two people. The room has a queen bed and an en-suite bathroom. Guests can cook in the kitchen, which has a stove, cooking basics, fridge, microwave, and oven. Enjoy coffee in the garden or take a dip in the saltwater pool. The patio is perfect for enjoying a barbecue and cozying up near the fire pit. You can lounge and read a book on the sofa as well as hike, ride a boat, and skydive nearby.
Lake Elsinore, California, United States
5.15 km (3.2 mi) from Elm Grove BeachSuperhostAccommodates: 1
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kitchen bathroom closet all was stocked with everything and anything you need to make your stay betterthe backyard is very pretty with ponds and chickens and a lovely pool with fire pitoh and the breakfast was wonderful another lovely touchwe appreciated the breakfast food as wellmy favorite part about my stay was being able to use the pool and grillCleanliness:
it was stylish clean and cozyexcellent place to stay very clean stylish and comfortablebed was very comfortable and the bathroom was super cleanthe pool was amazing very clean and refreshingthe place is cozy clean and comfortableHost:
melody was a great hostmelody and dale were very gracious hostsmelody was friendly and a spectacular hostmelody was a fantastic host who provided beautiful accommodationsmelody and her husband were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
close to hiking & cute spotthis location was perfect for my family and iit was in close vicinity to all the nearby attractionsthe casita was nice and cozy and is located in a quiet locationit is a beautiful space located in a scenic quiet neighborhood
12. Charming home for two in Anaheim
Located in a quiet area, the rental sleeps two guests in a minimalistic bedroom. The private bathroom is a welcome addition, and essentials are provided. For a good meal, make use of the equipped kitchen, with cooking basics, oven, microwave, fridge, stove, and kettle. You can also brew coffee in the Keurig machine.
For even more sumptuous bites, you can barbecue at the tiny backyard, with chairs and a table, or dine at one of the several eateries nearby. Free Wi-Fi access is also provided here.
Anaheim, California, United States
63.27 km (39.4 mi) from Elm Grove BeachSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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wifi was strong unit has air purifier ac unit and a heating unitheater and hot water goodthe room was a perfect fit for my needsi love it that the room has a private entrance and has its own amenities insidevery thoughtful supplies available in the roomCleanliness:
a very clean and quiet roomclean and comfortable place to staya clean comfortable spartan place to stayeverything was super clean with plenty of thoughtful touchesquiet and clean easy check-inHost:
mary and her family are the best hostsmary is a super host awesome caring compassionatemary is an excellent host and the accommodation was very accurateshe was absolutely the best host also expect the suite to be spic-n-spanyou need to leave car keys with host then all is goodRead more reviewsLocation:
location was ideal for disneylandgood location to visit disneylandover all really cute place :)easy check in & safe locationcute place for a quick visit
13. Well-located container house
Fashioned from a shipping container, this 150-square foot (13.9-square meter) rental is in the middle of all the action. Its black-and-white room has a queen bed and smart TV. Enjoy mountain views from the deck as you sip on coffee. The kitchen features a stove, microwave, fridge, and cooking basics if you want to cook a nice meal.
Venice Beach is a 90-minute drive away, while Glenn Helen Race Track is just nearby. A good paragliding spot is also just five minutes away. The home has a private courtyard and parking and is perfect for two guests.
San Bernardino, California, United States
58.44 km (36.4 mi) from Elm Grove BeachAccommodates: 2
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the wifi could definitely use some workbeautiful patio and comfy bed loved itwe loved the decor and it was nice having netflix easily accessible on the tvthe room is small but was perfect for usthis place was a nice stylish little room with all the basic needsCleanliness:
clean cozy and comfortablevery clean and cool tiny houseplace was nice and cleanbeautiful clean & very peaceful place to stayit’s very clean and well decorated in a quiet neighborhoodHost:
laurent is a perfect hostlaurent is a wonderful host with great communicationclean and cozy and the host was extremely quick with responsesRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and the cutest place to staywe did really like the locationa quiet place beautiful drives close to the highwaybut the location is good nice residential neighborhoodit’s cute snug and quiet
Enjoy solitude amid nature
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and soak up the beauty of the Californian countryside. To enjoy a cozy, romantic getaway, rent a compact tiny house in Riverside.
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