Top 7 Vacation Rentals In Orange County, California, USA - Updated 2024

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Orange County is located in southern California and has many fun attractions, including a variety of theme parks. Choose from the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Buena Park and Knott’s Berry Farm for a selection of fun rides and attractions, as well as dining options and entertainment. Surfers should head to Huntingdon Beach to enjoy the waves and the surfing museum on site. Visit Newport Beach with its harbor and enjoy cruising and boating options. For more fresh air fun, head to Crystal Cove State Park on the Pacific coast with its many hiking and walking trails, or head to Laguna Beach with its tide pools. Whichever option you choose, stay in comfort and style in one of these top 10 vacation rentals in Orange County, California, USA.

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 07, 2024.

1. Poolhouse studio (from USD 117)

This charming studio is set on a private property in Costa Mesa. It is located across the pool from the main house which is situated in a quiet area. Guests are welcome to use the swimming pool. The studio has a kitchenette with all basic appliances​ and a comfortable, full-sized bed and bathroom. There is an additional single or full Aerobed available on request. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV is provided.

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Costa Mesa, California, United States
2.4 km (1.5 mi) from TeWinkle Park
720 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
access to the pool and many amenities for a very comfortable stay
it’s a perfect size we loved all the decor and the view of the pool was awesome
this pool house was wonderful everything you need to have a chill eve or weekend
she even did some special things for me like turn off the wifi
beautiful yard pool area and very charming room
Cleanliness:
clean quiet and relaxing
very clean super comfortable and spacious
super stylish and enjoyable spot very clean and spacious
great place to stay the pool house was clean and we had our own privacy
sparkle clean classy really nice place to stay if you go to disneyland
Host:
an amazing host with great hospitality
perfect hosts and we can not recommend enough
dana is a great host friendly and accommodating
dana is very responsive to questions and was also a pleasure to chat with in person
dana was a great host and we were happy to stay in her guesthouse
Location:
the location near the park was ideal
great location and beautiful place
great location and quiet neighborhood
it is very conveniently located in a lovely quiet close
place was lovely location was perfect
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2. Private cottage in downtown Huntington Beach (from USD 191)

This attractive cottage is close to the main street, the beach and the pier in Huntington Beach, as well as public transport, many local restaurants and nightlife. The cottage is a converted 1905 carriage house. The property has a full, brand-new kitchen and a bathroom with a sunken Roman shower. The living area features two queen-sized beds, cable TV and free Wi-Fi. Two bicycles are available for guests’ use when exploring the town, as well as beach chairs and boogie boards.

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Huntington Beach, California, United States
9.27 km (5.8 mi) from TeWinkle Park
771 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 2 Beds 4 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the cottage was very comfortable for us
weather in so cal was freezing and heater was perfect
this cottage far exceeded our expectations and the facilities were excellent
it’s size is really nice with plenty of room
comfortable bed bathroom was tiny yet had a very nice shower with great water pressure
Cleanliness:
place was clean and exactly what is described
it was clean stylish and comfy
the place was very clean and shower pressure was excellent
the space was very clean and exactly as pictured in the listing
this house needs a good deep clean from top to bottom
Host:
tom is a lovely host
tom is a great host
tom was communicative and provided helpful instructions prior to arrival
tom was a fabulous host who was super accommodating
tom was very responsive to all of our questions
Location:
the location is amazing
cute bungalow in a great location
the location is nice
great location close to everything in hb
great location cozy outdoor area
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3. The "Nugget" - small house near the beach (from USD 120)

The Nugget is a small house, ideal for romantic getaways and business travelers. It is set in the backyard of a private home in Costa Mesa, in a safe and quiet neighborhood. There is a corner with fast Wi-Fi and a laptop desk and a comfortable seating area. A comfortable queen-sized bed and bathroom are provided. The kitchen comes equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking and the bathroom has a shower. Enjoy coffee on the patio in the fresh air.

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Costa Mesa, California, United States
3.92 km (2.5 mi) from TeWinkle Park
1028 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Tiny home 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
so cozy and the deck is fairly private and amazing
very comfortable bed and blankets
great for one person not really enough room for 2
the bed was extremely comfortable
the bed was super comfortable
Cleanliness:
very clean and parking is a breeze
quiet clean and comfortable
the space was super clean and decorated really nicely
very clean and modern perfect for a weekend
super comfortable bed and really clean
Host:
great host and beautiful home
celine was a wonderful host and quick to communicate with us
great host and a beautiful little house
i loved my experience and celine was a great host
lots of special touches celine did an incredible job and was a fantastic host
Location:
the location ideal and near restaurants
the location is in a great neighborhood
cute little place near lots of restaurants
perfect getaway close to the beach
great location and celine is very nice
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4. Classic beach cottage - close to the coast (from USD 200)

This three-bedroom beach cottage is set at Huntingdon Beach and is a short walk to Main Street, Pacific City, and the beaches with great surfing. The Pier, restaurants, coffee houses and bars are close by. The cottage was built in 1924 and has been renovated to retain its original character. The kitchen comes equipped with all necessary appliances and utensils and there is also an island seating for up to five people. Two TVs are provided with cable channels and complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout. The master bedroom has a queen-sized bed and an en-suite bathroom, while the second has twin beds and a built-in office. The third bedroom features a queen-sized bed and a fold-out twin.

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Huntington Beach, California, United States
9.17 km (5.7 mi) from TeWinkle Park
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
either as that blocked the neighbor
The description of the property was on point
With the beach cruisers provided
it was a short 3 min ride down to the beach
We could not park in front of the garage
Cleanliness:
The cottage was very clean and charming
House was updated and clean and the location was great
Everything was made very easy and convenient
Host:
nice ocean cross breeze when you open front and back door
does a great job making the entire process simple and convenient Very well done would absolutely recommend this rental property Thanks
Fourth of July in Huntington Beach is awesome
The only draw back was the very narrow driveway to get to the garage
The house was the perfect little beach cottage for our 50th birthday celebration Pretty clean and close to both Pacific City Main Street and the beach Would most definitely rent again
Location:
Amazing location in Huntington for a great value price
The house is in the good area
Nice little cottage and backyard nicely upgraded Enjoyed the proximity (10-min walk) to the beach and restaurants Bikes and beach chairs
quiet peaceful neighborhood on a side street Labeled as a "cottage" the property is actually quite spacious Quick 5 minute walk to main street and the beach/pier Don't miss out on this place
This house is close to everything
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5. Three-bedroom home in Costa Mesa (from USD 246)

This three-bedroom home is located in the College Park area of Costa Mesa, a short walk from the shops and restaurants and the OC Fairgrounds. The property is ten minutes’ from the beach. The open-plan living area features a new 60” LED Smart TV, with Apple TV for free movies and a real log fire. High-speed Wi-Fi is provided throughout. There is a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area with doors opening onto the garden. There are patios available for outdoor dining. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed, a 40” Smart TV and a private shower room. The second has a queen-sized bed and bunk beds, while the third has a large twin bed.

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1.48 km (1.0 mi) from TeWinkle Park
31 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 30
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
I would like to thank you for the use of your beautiful home
neat and well maintained Plenty of room for our out-of-town guests
but we could barely sleep due to the hot conditions inside the house
the house is very similar to the photos
The rooms are all of good size and comfortable
Cleanliness:
The house has been updated and is very clean
Host:
Very nice home with some useful amenities
the only thing that bother us was the heat
We went to the beach legoland
disneyland etc and found that we did not go wrong with the location of this home
House problems were resolved quickly and good communication
Location:
The house and location were perfect
quick and easy Day-to-day shopping needs are met just around the corner and South Coast Plaza is a quick 10 minute drive
The location is very good and the neighbourhood is very quite
Good location Convenient to Beach and Disney as advertised
Yard and patio were great for entertaining
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6. Large family home in quiet neighborhood (from USD 564)

This spacious family home is located 3 miles (4.8 km) from the beach and 15 miles (24 km) from Disneyland. The house has four bedrooms and a playroom. Sleeping arrangements include one king-sized bed, two queen-sized beds, one double bed, one twin blow-up mattress, and three full bathrooms. The kitchen comes equipped with all modern appliances. The living area features a wood-burning fireplace and Apple TV. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

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2.25 km (1.4 mi) from TeWinkle Park
6 reviews   Wifi Available
House 12 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 10
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The house gave us so much room to spread out and be comfortable as a family; plenty of beds lots of yard space and a place to eat outdoors a beautiful kitchen that allowed us to have other family...
Host:
She was accessible throughout the trip if I had any questions
We will definitely be reaching out to Jennifer again to stay in this beautiful home
We enjoyed the toys for our granddaughter
Location:
but it's a quiet friendly neighborhood
The location was perfect - easy access to freeways and only a 10/15 min drive to Newport Pier Anything you needed was a mile or two away
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7. Rustic guesthouse overlooking Canyon Park

The rustic guesthouse is located in Costa Mesa and is a converted barn with a patio overlooking Canyon Park. The area is rural, with many hiking trails, but there are restaurants close by in Costa Mesa, Huntingdon Beach, and Newport Beach. The cottage has both TV and Wi-Fi and is a studio with one bed and a bathroom. A full kitchen and dining area is also provided.

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Costa Mesa, California, United States
4.5 km (2.8 mi) from TeWinkle Park
235 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
awesome patio outside the sliding glass doors with picnic table chairs and a bbq
chairs and picnic table are available outside for relaxing and visiting with family
great cozy comfortable space great views with great thoughtful touches
nice to have a washer and dryer and the shower is large and new
very comfortable bed generous sized bathroom fully stocked kitchen
Cleanliness:
very clean house in a very clean/safe area
it was sparkling clean as well
it is very clean peaceful and quiet
clean and silky sheets on a goldilocks mattress
the studio itself was very comfortable clean and nicely decorated with all sorts of personal touches
Host:
roger and eve were perfect hosts
roger and eve are totally super host
roger and eve we’re great hosts
eve and roger are wonderful hosts
eve and roger are outstanding hosts
Location:
the location is also great
perfect quiet getaway in the middle of orange co
super cute and clean place the location is great too close to newport and fun activities
perfect location with plenty to do
this is a great location for all the shopping beaches and events in the area
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Have fun at the theme parks and the beaches of Orange County

While exploring everything this area has to offer, stay in comfort and style in one of the top vacation rentals in Orange County, California, USA.

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Anne Sewell was born in England, but has spent most of her life in Africa - Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa - and now resides on the beautiful Costa del Sol in southern Spain. She loves writing...Read more

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