Enjoy The Small-town Charm Of Oxnard, California

California certainly benefits from an abundance of blessings. The area enjoys wonderful weather, lots of sunshine, mountains and valleys and ocean shores, an incredible diversity of life: plant, animal and human! Too bad it's become such a popular destination that it's all commercialized, right? Not necessarily. Check out Oxnard, California, in Ventura County, about an hour north of Los Angeles. Oxnard has managed to retain its small-town charm while still offering plenty to keep visitors busy. Find out for yourself by choosing one of the Oxnard vacation rentals for your next getaway.

Perhaps you'll choose one of the Oxnard hotels or other Oxnard vacation rentals within steps of the beach so you can spend most of your days there. The soft white sand stretching along the Pacific shore is hard to resist. The year-round moderate temperatures and plenty of sunshine mean you're certain to have day after day of sun for your trip.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the rolling waves, letting the sun warm your face, and occasionally rousing yourself for a game of volleyball. Residents and visitors alike take advantage of the glorious views and fresh ocean breezes as they walk or jog here. Be sure to remain until the sun goes down, so you can catch a memorable wash of colors settling over the Pacific horizon. Then return to the comfort and convenience of your Oxnard lodging to refresh yourself for the evening.

You might want to leave your Oxnard lodging for a day trip to the Channel Islands National Park. These five islands off the California coast host some incredible and unique animals and plants, including 145 species found nowhere else on earth. The views from these rocky promontories are unsurpassed. Take a park concessionaire boat from the Island Packers office in Oxnard and travel out for an incredibly special day. Spend some time hiking along the trails to discover all this for yourself.

Maybe you'd prefer to spend your time kayaking or snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters. It's just one more delightful option when you're staying in one of the Oxnard vacation rentals.

Since your Oxnard lodging is so close to the ocean, you will definitely want to go over to the famous Ventura Harbor. Perhaps you'll rent a boat or charter a deep-sea fishing cruise. If you're here during whalewatch season--from January through March--you might want to take a whalewatching cruise.

There's plenty to keep you busy in town, as well. Perhaps you'll choose one of the hotels in the downtown area, so you can get in some California sightseeing. Gain insight into the history of the area with a trip to the San Buenaventura Mission. Art enthusiasts will want to visit the Carnegie Art Museum, while the car buff in your group can enjoy the Murphy Auto Museum, with its antique automobile collection.

Children can enjoy the interactive exhibits at the Gull Wings Children's Museum. There truly is something for everyone here. At the end of such full days, you will genuinely appreciate the comfort of your private home.