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Set 1.6 km from Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, Lagonita Lodge offers a shared lounge, a terrace and accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

The lodge provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with bath and free toiletries. Staff was very nice with us, our room was a lake front room and the view was beautiful.

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9
Superb
1,349 reviews
Price from
US$130
per night

Situated in Visalia, Buena Vista home features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a fitness centre, a garden and a shared lounge.

Some of the units have a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a shared bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. We can only confirm what other reviews are mentioning as well and rate this stay as exceptionnal. We had booked this stay as a sleepover on the way to Sequoia NP and didn't pay a lot of attention to the details or reviews, and only realized that this is a homestay when we arrived. We immediately felt welcome in Rosi and Carlos' home. Even though we only spent a night we loved it and had a great time/fun and conversations with Rosi and the other couple that was staying there. Rosi's hospitality is remarkable, she really goes out of her way to make her guests feel at home. Can definitely recommend. Also, accomodation was perfect and clean, the bed was VERY comfortable! Thanks once again Rosi and Carlos, wish you all the best and we hope to be able to stay over again one day!

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9.1
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
US$105.30
per night

Yosemite Mountain Retreat features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Oakhurst, 34 km from Yosemite South Entrance.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy hiking and skiing nearby, or make the most of the garden. The host was absolutely amazing, sharing with us her tips and stories from decades of life and work in the Yosemite. The rooms and beds were super comfy, and there was lots of wildlife around - deers, squirrels and birds coming to the yard in the morning.

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9.1
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$144.53
per night

Situated in Nevada City, Harmony Ridge Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden.

Some units have a balcony and/or a patio.

If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. The room was spacious, the bed was ridiculously comfortable and it was dead silent at night so naturally deep sleep ensued and I woke up refreshed! I didn’t eat the breakfast so I am unable to comment but the grounds are beautiful and well kept. Only 7-8 mins drive to charming downtown Nevada City and a little further is Grass Valley.

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9.5
Exceptional
156 reviews
Price from
US$125
per night

Situated in Carmel in the California region, with Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission nearby, Forest Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

The lodge offers a sun terrace.

Guests at Forest Lodge can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Super location Super clean Super facilities Great staff and at the top of Ocean Drive which is the no.1 Location

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9.2
Superb
128 reviews
Price from
US$179
per night

Located in Mather, Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite offers a heated outdoor pool and children's playground. There is a restaurant and bar and guests can have fun at the games room.

Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite also includes a hot tub. The property also offers packed lunches. We brought our own cold breakfast food. The hot tub/pool was terrific.

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9
Superb
922 reviews
Price from
US$162
per night

Boasting a seasonal outdoor pool, Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge in Tahoe Vista features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The accommodation features a spa bath.

The lodge offers 3-star accommodation with a hot tub. Would you please send the invoice of my stay at Red Wolf to my email: cht@taiden.com please title my invoice with: Shenzhen TAIDEN Industrial Co. Ltd.

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9.1
Superb
219 reviews
Price from
US$161.25
per night

Located in the coastal community of Cardiff by the Sea, Cardiff By The Sea Lodge features a rooftop terrace with views of the Pacific Ocean. All rooms have a private entrance and soundproofing. Cardiff State Beach is 5 minutes’ walk away. Location and accommodations. Rooms were lovely. Staff exceptional

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9
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
US$199
per night

Coffee, tea, and pastries are available in the Lobby in the morning daily. Farley Bar, with live music on certain days, is available at Cavallo Point Lodge. Cooking classes are also available in the Cavallo Point Cooking School. This is a pet-friendly resort. beautiful quiet setting with Epic views of The Golden Gate bridge. the amenities were superb (electric vintage bikes a must to use!!), Our room was super comfy and cozy. Staff were so accommodating and their customer service was the top!!

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9.4
Superb
188 reviews
Price from
US$699
per night

Situated in Big Bear Lake in the California region and Big Bear Marina reachable within 2.3 km, Snow Lake Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi, BBQ facilities, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free private parking. I loved all aspects of it. The hospitality from the staff came out naturally like a homeowner welcoming their guests. A lodge but gives the privacy that you need. Because the location is close to almost everything, and most of the guests are out and about, our family still had a decent pool time with fewer people and a spa time on our own. Plus, a time to use the common grill! Loved the supplies of cooking wares and dinner wares. Do not underestimate the power of ceiling fans as it can still make you cold with the windows open during summer. We definitely enjoyed our stay! Staff, you are all wonderful! Loved your sense of humor!

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9
Superb
591 reviews
Price from
US$97.97
per night

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