Jamestown vacation rentals

Travel to historic Jamestown

Enjoy the history and other features of Jamestown. This city is walkable and welcoming, recognized for its local tours, cafes and shopping. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.

I think I can, I think I can. Yes, you can drive a train.

Don’t just pass by the National Hotel & Restaurant established in 1859, go on in and sit a spell, while taking in the authentic architecture and the Gold Rush-era decor. See the restored 1898 Jamestown Jail, have a quaint picnic in Rocca Park, or check out the steam-driven locomotives at Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, where you can even be part of the hands-on engine or fire crew for the day. With so many historical attractions and things to do, it's no wonder Jamestown vacation rentals are so popular, especially with visitors still seeking their fortunes. Good luck!

Staking a claim on old-fashioned Gold Fever fun

Every good forty-niner searches endlessly for his treasure, so what would a trip a to Jamestown be without trying your luck? If you don’t hit pay dirt at the casino, maybe a gold panning adventure will produce your bonanza. Meander along historic Main Street where you’ll come across Victorian architecture, antique shops, galleries and old-fashioned mercantiles. Take a seasonal 45-minute ride on a diesel locomotive or a historic steam train, where you’ll pass by the Petticoat Junction water tower from the 1960s TV show. End the day a saloon-style bar or enjoy an evening of California wine tasting. Cheers!

4 seasons weather with 264 days of sunshine, eureka!

Scoring 264 sunny days annually, Jamestown sports an average temperature of 93°F in July, while hitting about 35° in January, so bring your parka if you're visiting in winter. And maybe some gloves. The town receives just over the yearly average rainfall in the US at 41 inches, and accumulates a bit more than 2 feet of snow during the cold season. The best time of year to visit is during the spring and fall and you’ll get the added bonus of finding a Jamestown vacation rental at lower rates.

A treasured leftover nugget from the Gold Rush era

With a population of under 3,500 residents, Jamestown is situated 59 miles east of Stockton, CA. You can hike the Table Mountain Trail where you’ll be rewarded for your efforts with panoramic views of Jamestown and nearby New Melones, along with an assortment of wildflowers in the springtime. Rose Wolf Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in nearby Sonora gets you up-close-and-personal with the likes of fawns, baby raccoons and even adorable little foxes. Or take a tour at Moccasin Creek Hatchery, where you'll see shiny rainbow trout.

Traveling to and around Jamestown

Fly into Modesto, CA (MOD-Modesto City - County), the closest airport, located 36.7 mi (59.1 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), which is 37.2 mi (59.8 km) away.