
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Merced
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Lazy Private Cottage
Cozy, private guesthouse in a petite westernesque town. You'll have own kitchen, hammock, 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed (xs), WiFi, TV/Netflix, AC, own separate entry, and optional cot-bed for a 4th guest. The cottage is well equipped, clean, newly built and is in a quiet area for a great night's rest. Visit wineries, surrounding historic towns, Shaver Lake, Yosemite. Located at the center of California, it's an ideal place for your continued travels towards National Parks, beaches, and larger cities.

Cozy garden hideaway in Historic Downtown area.
You'll find total privacy in our cozy cottage hideaway located in a shady garden courtyard. Off-street parking and lockbox access are provided for easy guest check in. We're centrally located in Merced's historic "Old Town" just a short walk from Downtown. Great restaurants, wine bars, movies, a playhouse and live entertainment venues are all there for your dining and relaxation pleasure. We are a non-smoking facility. NOTE: We follow recommended Covid-19 cleaning procedures at all times.

Adorable 2-bedroom country guesthouse
Our little guesthouse is located in the Central valley. It is nestled in an almond orchard on our family farm. Only a 1/2 mile from Highway 99 it has easy access to many of California’s beautiful sights. This home includes a cozy living room, two bedrooms (with a queen bed and a full bed) and a minimally stocked kitchen. It does include a Keurig. Only five minutes away are plenty of choices of fast food restaurants and grocery stores. There is also laundry soap available for washing clothes.

Stylish/quintessential 1 bd guest house - Merced
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space before heading into Yosemite or while visiting your children attending UC Merced This spot newly built and renovated. Our guest suite offers beautiful furniture, featuring west elm bed with a Super comfy Leesa hybrid mattress, 55inch smart tv, kitchenette and cookware, AT&T fiber WiFi, bathroom amenities, private Patio, shower and tub combo. Quality Coffee is provider. Super quick drive to Downtown Merced, delicious restaurants, and UC Merced.

Beautiful Orchard House on the Farm- Jacuzzi/Pool
A very magical place we call home. Nestled in the middle of 20 acres of established walnut trees, lies your new favorite getaway! You can simply sit back and chill in the beautiful Orchard House or come outside and enjoy the patio/pool/barbecue/ fire pit and spa. One of the bedrooms listed is upstairs in a gaming tower, filled with entertainment options!! Also if you love animals as much as we do, you can help feed our furry and feathered friends .Either way....Prepare to fall in love!

Ranchos Living - Near Fresno, Children's Hospital
Wonderful country living close to North Fresno and Madera in Central California. Great location for exploring the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite, Kings Canyon, Central Coast Wine Country. Less than 3 hours drive to Silicon Valley and Sacramento. Only 1-1/2 hours to China Peak Ski Resort. Short drive to Chukchansi Gold Casino and Table Mountain Casino. Close to Valley Children's Hospital. Also enjoy nice local wineries. Or...just hang in the salt water pool. Perfect for spring or summer.

Clean, Cozy, Happy New Home in North Merced
I would love to host your stay in North Merced. I want everyone to have a comfortable and safe place to stay. With the ease of digital check-in and the ability to manage your booking through the app, you will not need to interact with anyone in person. Of course, if you need anything, I am always a text or phone call away. Our cleaning service is trained to properly disinfect and deep clean the house before and after your stay. The home is fully furnished with new furniture and dishes.

Rustic yet Modern guest house
Country charm, city comforts. 2 bedrooms, kitchenette, private bathroom, private patio Close to everything the area offers & centrally located! UC Merced is just under 4 mi away, 3 parks are within a few blocks, & Yosemite National Park is only 68 miles away. Relax in the outdoor spa or use the jacuzzi bathtub. The home is on a corner lot with shade trees, a fire pit sitting area, and even a tree swing. For those who like to read, there is a Free Little Library onsite as well!

Las Palmas Studio-FAST Internet with Firestick
Stay in our Cozy studio with a new pillow top mattress with comforter will give you a good night rest and comfortable sofa , high speed internet with wifi in unit is ready for you to use and our Smart TV is connected with an Amazon Fire Stick. Full size refrigerator is included and very good size kitchenette. Unit has its own water heater and Climate Control System (AC/HEAT) conveniently located within 2 hours of San Francisco, Yosemite & Sacramento.

The Cottage at The A Bar
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish cottage nestled in the middle of an almond orchard on a private road. Collect fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast paired with fresh fruits and vegetables from the garden! Spend a peaceful evening sipping a beverage on the porch or take a relaxing walk along the river. Geographically speaking, we like to say we are in between The Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco and Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.

Adorable entire guest unit with free parking
This unique place has a style all its own. This calm and cozy single unit suit is located in a beautiful brand new community close to UC Merced (about 3.6 miles), Merced College ( about 2.5 miles), Mercy Medical Center ( about 2.4 miles) and several shopping malls. Home is about an hour and half drive from Yosemite. A few local points of interest include Knights Ferry covered bridge, and Fresno County blossom trail and panorama trail.

Pop Art + Guest Suite + on MTV - Merced
Enjoy this quiet and private guest suite with a dedicated entrance to yourself. Kitchenette is equipped with basics, including a microwave+, a one burner convection stove top, a full size refrigerator with ice maker, and a portable kitchen island on wheels with a butcher block. This mini-like apartment is located within a newly constructed neighborhood and is in close proximity to a private park/sports complex.
Popular amenities for Merced family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Eagle Ranch•Hot tub•Fire Pit•Kids toys•Trampoline

Cozy Cabin in the trees by Yosemite - hot tub

Mountaintop Cabin: Views, Private Hot Tub & Pool

Enjoy Yosemite in comfort and style

180° Sunset Views | Hot Tub I Fire Pit I Game Room

Serenity Nest-in town, near Yosemite NP, *Hot Tub*

Hideaway Cottage in Downtown Mariposa with Hot Tub

Romance: Hot Tub, Views, Spa Bath, River
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Cozy Pond House!

Beautiful Suite Near Yosemite

12 Secluded Acres near Yosemite National Park

Chic Scandinavian TreeHouse+Private Yard+Parking

#3 Historic 1930’s studio | King Bed | Kitchenette

* The FarmHouse *

Hafkey Cabin Escape 1 near Yosemite National Park

Lux Getaway near Yosemite, 2 Lakes
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

The Breeze at Little Westlake

Cozy & Stylish Cottage in Great Location w/Pool!

Private Yosemite Retreat~HotTub, Pool, Dogs/5acres

Pine Mountain Lake Sweet Retreat - near Yosemite

Wanderhaus | Woodsy Lake Retreat Near Yosemite

don oso cabin

Squirrels Leap Lodge near Yosemite

Creekside Cabin | Tub, Grill, Fireplace & Yosemite
When is the best time to visit Merced?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $252 NZD | $264 NZD | $262 NZD | $259 NZD | $266 NZD | $264 NZD | $269 NZD | $271 NZD | $266 NZD | $264 NZD | $264 NZD | $264 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 14°C | 18°C | 21°C | 24°C | 23°C | 21°C | 17°C | 11°C | 7°C |
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Total holiday rentals
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Merced holiday rentals start at $53 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly accommodation
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
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90 of Merced holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Merced stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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