Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Merced County

1927 Charmer

Enjoy a peaceful stay in this beautifully restored home in a quaint, friendly neighborhood. This single story 1927 era home is filled with natural light and inviting views of an established city park. It is located within walking distance to Amtrack, downtown shops and restaurants, and a beautiful bike/walking path that follows a winding creek. Merced College, UC Merced, Lake Yosemite and the hospital are a short drive away. Yosemite, Bay Area and the gold country are a 1-2 hours drive away.

* The FarmHouse *

Perfect getaway for family holidays, reunions, company retreats, and work-crews. Escape to the countryside in our 5500 sq. ft modern farmhouse, surrounded by 40 acres of serene, cherry blossom like Almond trees. Enjoy fresh county air and put your mind at ease. Access all the amenities including 2 large living rooms with 85 inch and 70 inch TVs, fully equiped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. Two bedrooms connected by closet and hallway. One bedroom connected to master bedroom via sliding door.

Citrus Executive Farmhouse Downtown+Summer “Pool”

This place recently underwent another renovation leaving its unique charm+ creaky sloping floors while adding modern comforts. It’s located in the same awesome neighborhood as our other homes but on a corner with plenty of free onstreet parking. It’s an easy walk to our awesome downtown with all it’s fabulous bars+ restaurants+ shopping. The wonderful front porch+ other outside spaces+gardens are quite special too; we think you’ll love staying here! And it’s now available for small events too.

Bear Creek Ranch

More beds offered if needed, read rules. Quiet and serene retreat for families (pets allowed if approved prior to arrival) located in California Gold County on ranch property - a little over a mile from hwy 140, which is the route to the west entrance of Yosemite Valley. The property is situated in the rolling hills of Catheys Valley. The sunrise and sunsets are gorgeous. We are located 19 miles from North America's largest floating, inflatable aqua park Splash-n-Dash. Great summer fun !!

Spacious 4BR Home near UC Merced

Discover our charming 4-BR single-story home in Bellevue Ranch, mere moments from UC Merced, Merced College, parks, and more. Step into a spacious courtyard leading to an elegant double door entry. Inside, enjoy formal dining, a pillared living room, a cozy family room with a fireplace, and a well-equipped kitchen with an island and two sinks. Additional features include a built-in desk area, in-house laundry, ample free parking, and access to the garage. Your ideal Merced retreat awaits!

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!

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.

Airbnb mins from Mercy MED Hospital and UC Merced

🏔️ WELCOME TO YOUR YOSEMITE GATEWAY HOME Nestled in the heart of Merced, California, this spacious home is your ideal launching pad for Yosemite National Park adventures — and a peaceful retreat to return to after a day on the trails. Whether you're here to explore one of America's most iconic national parks, visit a student at UC Merced, or just need a comfortable home base in the Central Valley — The Serenity House has you covered. 🙌

The Heart of the Valley: Smart Modern Farmhouse

The Heart of the Valley takes it's name after what the city of Turlock represents to the Central Valley, it's heart. I wanted to use this as inspiration to create a home the embodied this. I worked closely with local interior designer, Marísela Rodríguez, to come up with a home design where guest can enjoy the convenience of modern technology while still having that warm, welcoming feeling a farmhouse has to offer.

Pop Art + Guest Suite + on MTV - Merced

Enjoy this 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.

Modern 3BR Home w/Garage, Smart TVs & Laundry.

Warm up your winter! Message us now for a seasonal discount. Relax in this modern 3BR, 2BA home in quiet Merced—perfect for families, professionals, and extended stays. Enjoy comfortable bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, in-home washer & dryer, fast Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, and private garage parking. Designed for comfort, cleanliness, and privacy, this home is an ideal base for work or leisure.

Charming home in gateway to Yosemite

Come feel at home in this bright, peaceful space decorated by a local artist and designed and built in the 80s. Located in Merced, considered one of the gateways to Yosemite, this house provides a relaxing, peaceful, and stylish home base. In addition to easy access to Yosemite (~1.5 hours drive away), Sequoia National Park and the entire San Francisco Bay Area are an easy day trip away.