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California Villas & Mansions for Rent
From cinematic coastlines to vineyard estates and desert icons.
Handpicked luxury California villas and private mansions for rent — with private pools, chef and 24/7 concierge. From Malibu beachfront and Beverly Hills gated estates to Napa vineyards, Palm Springs modernism and Lake Tahoe, your private California villa, perfected.
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Where to Stay
Best areas for California villas
From surf-washed Malibu to gated Beverly Hills estates and the wider state — choose the landscape first and we perfect the rest. Our handpicked California villas pair privacy with full concierge service.
Golden Beaches · 15 Villas
Malibu
Surf breaks and hillside villas where ocean meets horizon — celebrity privacy and natural drama, for barefoot luxury and sunset dining.
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Gated Estates
Beverly Hills & Hollywood Hills
Designer interiors, private cinemas and sweeping views over Los Angeles — minutes from Rodeo Drive, the studios and canyon hikes.
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City & Studios · 43 Villas
Los Angeles
From West Hollywood to the Bird Streets — design-forward homes a short drive from the beaches, boutiques and the best dining on the West Coast.
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Wine Country
Napa & Sonoma
Rolling vineyards, Michelin dining and refined country estates that open onto the vines — chef kitchens and terraces built for long wine lunches.
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All California Villas
Palm Springs modernism, Santa Barbara, Lake Tahoe and Big Sur — browse every California villa & mansion for rent.
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Featured Properties
Signature California villas & mansions for rent
A handpicked selection of our finest luxury California villas — Beverly Hills mansions and Malibu ocean-view estates, each with private pool and concierge included.
Beverly Hills · MansionBeverly Hills · California
The Lomitas Mansion
An ultra-modern Beverly Hills estate — two-story marble foyer, Gaggenau chef’s kitchen, rooftop suite and an infinity pool that spills toward the skyline.
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Malibu · Ocean ViewMalibu · California
Malibu Merritt Estate
A newly built Mediterranean compound above the Malibu coastline — reclaimed-wood beams, a resort-style pool and sweeping Pacific Ocean views.
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Beverly Hills · EstateBeverly Hills · California
Summitridge
A French-countryside-inspired estate on nearly an acre — three structures, a poolside screening room and city-and-ocean views from every angle.
View Villa ›Why Choose a Villa in California
Luxury California villas, coast to mountains
- Seclusion & security — gated estates and mansions for rent with discreet access, private motor courts and optional close protection.
- Room to breathe — 4 to 10+ bedrooms, terraces and lawns that bring everyone together, for better value than multiple five-star rooms.
- Chef at home — private chefs, sommelier pairings and pre-stocked pantries, with beach-club and restaurant reservations arranged.
- Tailored days & concierge continuity — yacht to Catalina, Napa tastings, desert wellness and Big Sur hikes, planned end-to-end by your dedicated concierge .
Best Areas to Stay
California villa rentals: the complete guide
From surf-washed Malibu to vine-lined Napa, design-forward Palm Springs, alpine Tahoe and the wild cliffs of Big Sur, California concentrates the West Coast at its most cinematic. Our handpicked luxury California villas and mansions for rent — beachfront, hillside, vineyard and lakefront — pair privacy with concierge service, so you can choose the landscape first and we perfect the rest.
Best areas for California villas
- Malibu — golden beaches and hillside villas. Book east of Point Dume for calm coves and walkable access to Nobu and Soho House.
- Beverly Hills & Hollywood Hills — gated estates and mansions with city views. Choose north-of-Sunset for cooler air and canyon hikes.
- Santa Barbara & Montecito — California’s Riviera, with Spanish architecture and mountain-framed beaches. Late spring and early fall are ideal.
- Napa & Sonoma — vineyards, Michelin dining and villas built for long wine lunches. Book six months ahead for harvest (Sept–Oct).
- Palm Springs & the Desert — mid-century design, pools and year-round sun. November through March brings perfect temperatures.
- Lake Tahoe — a four-season playground for boating and skiing. The west shore is classic and quiet; the south shore for nightlife and ski access.
- Big Sur — cliffs, redwoods and rare architectural sanctuaries above the Pacific. Visit mid-week and book a private chef.
Villa amenities & services
Our California villas and mansions for rent are chosen for privacy and security — gated grounds, discreet access and secure parking — and for chef-led living, with private chefs, sommelier pairings and indoor-outdoor kitchens. Expect wellness at home (heated pools, spa and treatment rooms), cinema rooms and meeting-ready lounges, and concierge-arranged experiences from yacht days to winery access and tee times.
Why rent a California villa or mansion?
Privacy, space and personalisation. A private villa or mansion for rent gives you the whole property — pool, gardens, multiple ensuite bedrooms and the option of full staff — usually for better value than equivalent five-star rooms, and far better for families, groups and celebrations that want whole-property privacy.
When to Visit
Best time to visit California
The state is a year-round destination — here’s how the seasons shape your stay.
Spring · Mar–May
Wildflowers & Wine Country
Wildflowers, wine country in bloom and a mild coast — ideal for hiking and the quietest luxury rates of the year.
Summer · Jun–Sep
Beaches & Lake Days
Warm Malibu and Santa Barbara beaches, Tahoe boating and balmy desert nights — the Napa harvest begins late August.
Fall · Oct–Nov
Harvest & Golden Light
Peak wine harvest, warm Santa Barbara days and clear Tahoe shoulder season — book vineyard estates well ahead.
Winter · Dec–Feb
Ski & Desert Sun
Ski Tahoe, then cozy Big Sur and Palm Springs sunshine — festive weeks and holiday weekends book months in advance.
The Map
Explore California
From the Malibu coast and Beverly Hills in the south to Napa’s vineyards and Lake Tahoe in the north — the whole state, each region with its own character.
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