Riverside city, 60 miles of eastern Los Angeles, has a very “juicy” history. The Inland Empire City prospered mainly due to its abundant citrus industry which led to the city’s many firsts. The birthplace of the first golf course and polo field in southern California has hundreds of city landmarks and over 24 national registered historic sites as reminders of its humble beginnings. Tour the California Citrus State Historic Park and learn from a ranger-guide how their various citrus fruits made them King of the South! The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, now America’s biggest Mission Revival building, started as a Glenwood Cottage guest house with an impressive guest list including two presidents, royalties, and film stars. Be among the pampered guests when booking the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Riverside, CA. Check our list below!
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 March 13, 2023.
1. A very private riverside retreat (from USD 350)
This gated property, 45 minutes to the mountains and the beach, is the perfect private getaway for six guests. The huge fully furnished bungalow has a vast landscaped garden, a saltwater spa and pool, and a covered patio for barbecues. All rooms are spacious and carpeted. The three bedrooms are furnished with queen beds, air conditioning, heating, and free internet. Cozy sofas are kept warm and toasty by the fireplace in the living room. The fully equipped kitchen has classic wooden cabinetry built with an island and a breakfast nook. Two-and-a-half bathrooms are designed with tubs and showers. You don’t have to leave home to exercise as there is a private on-site gym.
2. A beautiful well-located home (from USD 350)
This house is in an exclusive gated village near 91 Freeway, Tyler Mall, and Galleria. It’s perfect as temporary housing for family and friends if you are attending graduation rites in the nearby Carnegie Schools Riverside or events in the nearby areas. The lovely two-level home has an open layout so guests can move freely along the dining area, living room, and fully stocked kitchen. There are four huge bedrooms with queen and twin beds and two-and-a-half bathrooms with showers for the comfort of eight guests. Conveniences like air conditioning, heating, laundry facilities, use of the communal swimming pool, and free internet are provided during the required five-night stay.
3. Private pool house (from USD 155)
This artist’s space has an ambiance so relaxing it stirs up your creative juices. The tiny studio has a low ceiling and a modest space that is quiet and cozy for three guests. It used to be a master’s bedroom that was transformed into guest quarters complete with a compact kitchen, a tiny dining area, a desk space, and a thick cushioned queen bed sharing the open layout. The bathroom has a pocket door that opens to an enclosed shower. Sliding doors open to a short walkway leading to the outdoor pool and garden with a private patio. Be aware of the tiny dogs running freely on the property. Use of the internet, cable TV, free parking, and heating are provided during the required three-day stay. Airport transfers and chef services are available for an extra fee. The unit is in a cul-de-sac minutes to the airport, CBU, and UCR.
Top guest reviews
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Great stay in a small quiet studio outside of riversideOur stay was very comfortable and accommodatingCleanliness:
Everything was clean and functionalHost:
Everything we needed for two Beautiful secluded patio with access to pool Convenient location to attractions in area Owners with quick response to any questions or issues Would love to returnRead more reviewsLocation:
and it is still close enoughit isnt a huge hassel Very well maintained and stocked property Very nice little private area (including patio area we enjoyed outside dinners at)The location is nice to see the greater LA area; you can get out of the craziness that is the big city to decompress after day trips
4. A fun and cozy retreat (from USD 523)
This home was remodeled to provide you with a total home entertainment package. Not only can it house a family of 10 guests with its three huge bedrooms, but it was also designed with an open layout, so space can be used for parties and large gatherings. The entire house including the patio and pool area is fitted with a surround system with Bluetooth sound bars and a flat-screen TV hooked up with a dish network. Entertain guests in the game room with a mini bar; at the family room with a fireplace and TV; chill with some drinks at the patio with the fire pit and hot tub, and swim or play water volleyball at the outdoor pool. The landscaped lawn has a small enclosed area where kids and pets can play. Enjoy exclusive use of the property for at least three nights.
Top guest reviews
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the amenities are amazing we were impressed with the cleanliness of this house pool and hot tubCleanliness:
the house was clean and niceproperty was really nice comfortable and cleanthe property is clean and the pool hot tub pool table and darts are sure entertainingcleaned these things ourselves to make our stay comfortableHost:
the owner is always available if you need any help or have any questionshe is a gracious host and he is available to assist with any concernsdon was a great host that really seemed to want us to enjoy our visitbest place ever don is the best hostthe kitchen and entertaining areas are beautifully outfitted with everything you need to be good hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood is quiet and safe
5. Romantic family home (from USD 159)
Spend one to two nights in this luxurious home near Lake Perris State Recreation Area, Temecula Wine Country, Disneyland. It is also an hour or more to downtown LA, Pacific Ocean, and Legoland. Three spacious upper-floor bedrooms provide cozy sleeping with a mix of a queen, double, and twin-sized beds for 10 guests. On the ground floor, guests can mingle and dine freely in the wide open layout with luxuries like free internet, satellite TV, air conditioning, and wheelchair access. Sliding doors open to a covered patio with a seating area where you can have a relaxing conversation with some drinks. The kids could play basketball on a half court while the adults can gather around a fire pit on a brick in-laid floor in the backyard. There is also a swimming pool and hot tub enclosed in a fence with its own seating area and loungers.
Top guest reviews
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The pictures do not do itSpent a lot of time with all 8 of enjoying the waterbut it would have been nice) and the few number of pans in the kitchenA BEAUTIFUL relaxing comfortable jstay with everything you could needNice quiet neighbordood Upgraded comfortable bedroomsHost:
Our host was really greatthe host was very responsive when neededOur host was very nice and very attentiveVery nice Paymed was very responsive to all communicationhe was very responsive to our questions quick to help and pleasant to talk with The only two things that were amissRead more reviewsLocation:
We went out everyday going in a different direction to explore and shopwere the broken dishwasher (not a big dealLocation is great away from the major hustle and bustle of LA but close enough you can get to whatever you want to for the dayIt was convenient to stores and highwaysWe ended up borrowing some but other than that had no problems cooking several meals during our stay
Lush and luxurious homes
All these rentals have a wide living space and modern amenities to provide you with the most luxurious homestays. They are also surrounded by the lush scenery of natural citrus trees or landscaped gardens. Experience an opulent lifestyle when you book these exclusive Vrbo vacation rentals on your next visit to Riverside, California.
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