Yes, California has a long and amazing coastline with ocean views and easy access to the sandy beaches. But there’s also something special about having your very own pool to soak up the California sunshine in privacy whenever you feel like taking a dip. If you’ve been dreaming of a true California vacation, consider booking one of these great Airbnbs with pools.
Colorful Oasis with a Dreamy Desert Vibe, Palm Springs
This is a very highly rated Airbnb property in Palm Springs that’s an entire house for two people. This magical destination has yellow terrace doors, a chill breakfast, and lots of plants. You can borrow bikes to check out the neighborhood and relax at the pool with homemade cocktails. It’s an absolutely stunning space with one bedroom and one bathroom. The list of amenities here includes a private hot tub, Wi-Fi, free parking on premises, a full kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The home is located in the central Palm Springs neighborhood of Sunmor Estates and is just two minutes from the airport by car with no traffic.
Four-Bedroom Home with Pool, Fresno
This Fresno home can accommodate up to 12 guests and has four bedrooms and two baths. This Airbnb property features a large pool, yard space, multiple lounge areas, a washer-dryer, and a furnished gazebo. It feels like a private resort in the backyard because of all the space you’ll have to yourselves here. There are also two living rooms areas for lounging, a kitchen, free parking, two televisions, and a music system.
Ocean Front Beach Home With Sparkling Pool, San Diego
You can have a magical vacation when you stay at this oceanfront home with panoramic ocean views. The home accommodates eight guests and has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It also has a great pool that can be heated during the off-season for $100 per day. You’ll have access to the entire home and property as you watch the dolphins swim among the waves and the sunsets each evening. You can also bring your pet along for a fee of $50 per day or $500 per stay.
SkyHouse Joshua Tree, Joshua Tree
There are some wonderful Airbnbs with pools in the Joshua Tree area of California, including this one that sleeps six guests. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms on eight private acres of land. It has been featured in films, fashion shoots, music videos, and ad campaigns. The luxury pool is a big perk of the property, as is the location that’s within walking distance to miles of national park trails. You’ll enjoy the 1,800-square-foot outdoor deck with gardens at the pool area. There’s also a 10-foot gas firepit by this modern, in-ground pool with an integrated hot tub.
Pool Side Studio Cabana, San Diego
Sunny San Diego is a perfect place to book a vacation with easy pool access. This is a guesthouse for two people that’s a poolside studio on top of Mount Soledad. You’ll get views of the California coastline when you stay in the charming bedroom here that also has a bathroom, small kitchenette, large windows, and high-speed internet. When you stay here, you’ll be minutes from La Jolla Village in a secluded and beautiful residential neighborhood. The property owners live in the main house on the upper deck, but this pool studio is just for guests. Guests can also use the two decks, front garden, Jacuzzi, and outdoor spaces. The pool here is open from 9am to 10pm and shared with the owners and other Airbnb guests. Sleeping accommodations are one queen-size bed, so it’s perfect for a couple’s getaway.
Seven-Acre Estate with Private Vineyard & Pool, Sonoma
Large groups exploring the Sonoma area of California can stay at this home with a pool that’s listed on Airbnb. It has six bedrooms, nine beds, and five bathrooms. The home is on seven acres of land in the Carneros region and in a location that’s 10 minutes from Sonoma Square and 15 minutes from Napa. The estate is 5,600 square feet in size and offers full access to the guest house, 60-foot swimming pool, and billiards room. The pool is not heated and best enjoyed from May through September.
Iconia: Historic Mansion with Heated Pool and Nine Bedrooms, Santa Rosa
Up to 10 people can stay overnight at this mansion which feels like taking a step back into the 1960s. It has a gas-heated, saltwater pool that you can enjoy and that is heated year-round to 86-90 degrees. There are 14 lounge chairs around the pool and a fountain here too. The home celebrates the modern architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and overlooks the hills of Sonoma. There are over 100 palm trees and also redwoods on the property to make it feel like a real California paradise.
Modern Venice Family Retreat, Los Angeles
You’ll be near Venice Beach and Santa Monica when you book this Airbnb that includes a pool house. The vacation rental features five bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, two living areas, a heated pool, and a jacuzzi. It has a beautiful architectural design and also comes with three bikes that you can use to ride to the beach. The pool is unfenced, so you’ll need to keep a close eye on any children in your group while staying here.
Joshua Tree Prescott House, Yucca Valley
With a private heated pool and hot tub, the Prescott House is one of the most sought-after vacation rentals in Yucca Valley. It’s in a location that is just five minutes from Yucca Valley Town, 10 minutes from Joshua Tree Village, and 15 minutes from the national park entrance. Other features of this rental are the two king-sized bedrooms, fully stocked kitchen, central heating and cooling, and open floor plan. Everything on this property, including the pool, is entirely yours during your stay with nothing shared. There are lots of Joshua trees on the property to give you an authentic vibe of the desert out here.
MoonView Modern: Hot Tub & Private Pool - Joshua Tree
This contemporary home in the Joshua Tree hills has a two-bedroom layout that can accommodate four guests. It’s the perfect spot to retreat, unwind and enjoy the spectacular scenery, featuring a private patio in the front, outdoor lounge, and dining area. Along with a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor shower, and rooms with desert landscape views, guests can take advantage of the outdoor pool on hot summer days. When it gets chilly at night, hop in the hot tub and enjoy the stargazing opportunities.
Villa Nel Bosco, Glen Ellen
Villa Nel Bosco is a luxurious vacation rental property that is in the heart of wine country and brimming with Tuscan charm. It’s on a mountain road between Napa and Sonoma and accommodates up to eight people. You’ll be in a Tuscan-inspired farmhouse with a great swimming pool to cool off in on hot days. There is also a hot tub on the property where you can warm up and watch your worries melt away. The pool is heated during the summer months. Other outdoor features of the property include outdoor dining furniture, a fire pit, sun loungers, sun bed, and bocce ball court.
Private Poolside Suite Overlooking the Valley, Chino Hills
Accommodating up to three guests, this guest suite offers great pool access. This is an extended stay Airbnb that’s ideal for 30 days or more for a short-term job or long vacation. It has a large pool with loungers and a poolside bar. You’ll also get views of the mountains, a queen-size bed, private access, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Guest access is by keypad check-in and check-out. Off-street parking is available, as well as a refrigerator, microwave, and Keurig coffeemaker. You can also sit outside on the terrace here to enjoy the views from the chairs and tables.
Eden Ranch Guest House, Sanger
Here’s another popular Airbnb property that is a great choice for up to three guests in California. This 850-square-foot private guest house is in rural Sanger and has a kitchen, living room, queen-sized bed, and a full bathroom. Guests can use the pool, deck/patio, and barbecue here at the guest house but not access the rest of the ranch. Eden is an active horse ranch and you can schedule a tour here. The pool has open access about five feet from the guest house door and is large and deep. Therefore, it’s not recommended for young children who can’t swim.
Blackberry Yurt, Garden Valley
Another really unique place to stay with a pool in California is this yurt for two guests. Come here to be in the forests of the Sierra Nevada foothills in Northern California. It has a private outdoor soaking tub and a shared saltwater infinity pool for your next glamping adventure. The yurt is 150 square feet and has a queen-size bed, table and chairs, and an attached outhouse with running water and a compost toilet. Semi-outdoor showers are shared and nearby. The saltwater pool is not heated but it offers amazing sunset views and is available from 8am to dusk below the main house. The hosts have a 32-acre property here that is next to open space with trails and ponds for fishing.
Charming Poolside Guest House, Burbank
You can have this entire apartment to yourself for up to four guests in Burbank and enjoy great pool access. It is a 500-square-feet detached guest house with views behind an Italian villa. It’s a cozy and clean place with a Mediterranean vibe and elegant backyard. You’ll be just a 10-minute walk from Downtown Burbank and have a separate second-story private entrance here. It’s a quiet place in a suburban neighborhood that is hosted by a retired chef who will even make you authentic wood fire oven pizza for an extra charge! In addition to the pool, you’ll have access to the whole backyard area and BBQ grill.
Cedar TreeHouse in Aptos Mountain Retreat Center, Aptos
A truly unique California Airbnb with a pool is this treehouse mountain retreat that’s a tiny house for two people. It’s on a peaceful mountain-top property and partially off-the-grid, which means limited cell service but great Wi-Fi. Here you’ll be beneath the redwoods and have a king-sized bed, bathroom, living area with a love set, and kitchenette with a two-burner stove and mini-fridge. Solo adventurers and couples looking for romantic getaways love this place. Guests have 24-hour access to the pool and hot tub, and there’s also a private spa and infrared sauna available for an extra cost.
Hilltop Cabin Retreat with Lake and Mountain Views, Escondido
You can also stay at this guesthouse for two people for pool access and a space all to yourselves. This rustic cabin overlooks Lake Hodges and has a queen-size bed and small sleeping loft. The home is surrounded by open canyons and near the lake for boating, fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. However, city amenities are just a few miles away, and you can visit the SD Zoo Safari Park, ocean beaches, and Stone Brewing from here. Guests enjoy staying here because of the pool, lake views, and yoga and massage opportunities. On the patio by the pool are a mini-fridge, sink, grill, and coffeemaker for guests to use.
Private Cozy Cottage, La Quinta
You’ll love this Airbnb cottage with a pool that’s great for two guests in La Quinta. Your stay here includes access to the saltwater pool that’s unheated. Other perks are a washer and dryer, private garage, full kitchen, Wi-Fi access, and gated lot. Guests who stay here will be within walking distance to Old Town La Quinta and the hiking trails.
Farmhouse in Wine Country, Murphys
This Airbnb with a pool is a 3,510-square-foot farmhouse rental in the Sierra Foothills. It sleeps up to eight people and has four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms for your group. There are over 20 tasting rooms within just a few minutes of the home for your wine country exploration. The large yard has a pool and waterfall, and you can have the pool heated for an extra $100 per day up to 80 degrees max. There are two outdoor cats living on the property, which is about 5.5 acres in size and about a mile from downtown Murphys.
30-Acre Ranch Renovated Adobe House with Pool, Ranchita
Accommodating up to six guests, this Airbnb house features a pool in Ranchita, California. It’s a ranch-style house with lots of character and that’s nearly off-grid. You’ll enjoy the unheated pool to cool off in the summer and the wood fireplace in the winter. There are lovely views from each room, unique touches, and being away from the daily hustle and bustle. The best time to stay here if you want to swim is from June to mid-October.
