7 Best Airbnbs for a Northern California Fall Getaway
1. Mount Shasta, McCloud Falls, & Burney Falls
There's no shortage of unique spots to stay in the area, from glamping at Belcampo Farms to staying in a tiny house in nearby Gazelle, CA. McCloud Falls and Burney Falls are spectacular in the fall, and there are plenty of hikes in the Mt. Shasta area to show off the fall colors. To tackle all three spots, you'll want a long weekend. If you're strapped for time, pick one of the falls and save the other for another trip—you'll want an excuse to come back.
In case you need a third option in the area, check out this spot a bit further north that I've had bookmarked for years:
2 guests, half bath
Price for 2 nights: $205
Pet friendly
This off-grid tiny house is located in a 40 acre Juniper forest in the Shasta Valley. Enjoy uninterrupted views of Mt. Shasta and the surrounding mountains.
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2. Lake Tahoe
2 guests, 1 bed, 1 bath
Price for 2 nights: $543
This cabin features a lofted bedroom with a bedroom skylight and is just blocks from the lake. Includes a gas fireplace for chilly nights, a clawfoot bathtub, and outdoor seating in the flower garden.
5 guests, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
Price for 2 nights: $1,1,48 (like I said, this one's a splurge)
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3. Mono County (Mammoth Lakes, June Lake, Mono Lake)
Paradise Shores Cape Cod Camper (Bridgeport, CA)
3 guests, 1 bed, 1 day bed
$139 per night
This is a newly finished camper at Paradise Shores at Bridgeport Reservoir. It includes a deck with a lake view, a bedroom and a living room, a kitchenette, and an outdoor area with a fire pit and grill. The property includes kayaks and paddle board for rent, as well as an outdoor kitchen and endless stargazing. About 25 minutes to Mono Lake and 40 minutes to June Lake.
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If you're hoping to be a bit closer to Mammoth Lakes (Bridgeport is about an hour north), there's no shortage of condos in the Mammoth Lakes area. This is the perfect jumping off point for a fall foliage excursion to June Lake, Mono Lake, and a million tiny other lakes.
4. Plumas County
Creekview Guest House in Quincy, CA
2 bed, 1 bath
Price for 2 nights: $241
This cozy little cottage is completely private and on two acres of land. There's a short trail from the guest house that leads to a private creek, where you can lounge on the glider swing and chairs.
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5. Bishop, CA
2 bed, 2 bath
Price for 2 nights: $556
This guest house is located on a small farm and includes a huge deck, a backyard, and lots of land to roam. Views of mountains throughout. Must love visits from goats.
Close to the town of Bishop, Bishop Creek Canyon, and many Inyo County fall adventures.
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6. Yosemite National Park
6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2 baths
Price for 2 nights: $1,056
This 3 bed cabin has a large wrap around deck, an open living space, a fireplace, and a grill. Best of all, it's located past the South Gate of Yosemite, giving you super close access to all the colorful goodness of Yosemite in the fall.
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7. Napa Valley
1 bed, 1 bath
Price for 2 nights: $624
Rentals in Napa can be pretty pricey, so this is definitely a steal. This cabin is located just one mile to Main St. in Napa and includes a queen bed, a coffee bar, and a lovely patio area.
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