Vacation rentals in Santa Cruz

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Top guest favourite

Bungalow in Upper Seabright

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 302 reviews

2 bdrm Bungalow 3 blocks from the Beach

3 blocks to Twin Lakes State Beach, the Yacht Harbor & Crow's Nest restaurant. 8 blks to the Boardwalk. You’ll love the sunny, landscaped & fully enclosed yard w/ lounge seating on the deck, gas BBQ, hammock, outdoor fireplace, large teak dining table & tropical outdoor shower w/ warm water. Perfect for outdoor entertaining. Beach chairs & umbrellas provided, all you need to bring is your bathing suit! A great place for couples, families w/ kids, girls' getaway. Pet friendly ($50/pet per stay).

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Home in Santa Cruz

4.77 out of 5 average rating, 609 reviews

Charming cottage in westside SC 2 blks from beach

Gingerbread-like cottage (600 square feet) was built from old growth redwood in 1922. Since remodeled with all the amenities. A private sanctuary, set back and hidden from street. Two block walk to ocean along tree-lined path in a quiet neighborhood on the west side. Serene and tranquil, lovely outdoor deck and garden. Half mile from selection of boutique wine tasting, breweries, and coffee roasters. We apologize for not being able to host children under 5 for safety reasons. 2 night minimum

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Cottage in Santa Cruz

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Hawaiian Beach House-1 block beach-Family Friendly

Beach & Lagoon Front! Views of the ocean from all decks and the kitchen/great room. 3 min walk to the beach. This house is centrally located to everything Santa Cruz has to offer. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious layout with a large eat-in kitchen great room, formal dining room, living room with fireplace, along with an outside deck with a fire pit This house is ideal for family get-togethers. There is nothing like sitting around the fire and listening to the waves crash on the beach.

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Home in Moss Landing

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Haute Enchilada Beachside Resort

Clean, quiet, bohemian beach-side jewel! - Private & gated guests only parking - Across the street from the beach, Moss Landing harbor & KOA - Home to Teco & Valentina, resident barn owls. Owls are known to put on quite a show! They are beautiful! Watch them in their owl box from the live feed on our website/YouTube! - One dog max, $50. - EV charging permitted, $25/day Located on same property as The Haute Enchilada Cafe & Gallery. Visit The Haute Enchilada website for lunch reservations.

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Home in Pacific Grove

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Pet Friendly Cozy Pacific Grove Getaway Lic#0388

Escape to Pacific Grove - enjoy the entire house. One mile from the beach - Lover's Point, 17-Mile Drive, and Asilomar! Close to Big Sur, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Monterey Bay Aquarium. All the comforts of home and minutes to all the Central Coast of California has to offer. Recently remodeled with a lovely front yard. This unit is professionally cleaned and sterilized before every visit. Personally managed (I live 10 min away) for your peace of mind, I am available if you need me.

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Bungalow in Upper Seabright

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews

Theory of Color: A Sensory Retreat

Welcome to your serene sensory retreat! Tucked away in a tranquil, private location, this charming rental features vibrant lazure-style walls that evoke peace. Relax in the outdoor bathtub, embraced by nature. Unwind, recharge, and awaken your senses in this idyllic haven. Built in 1928 and fully modernized, this stylish retreat is bright and inviting. Enjoy easy walks to the beach (0.7 mi), harbor (0.5 mi), boardwalk (1.1 mi), downtown (1.5 mi), Rio Theater (0.5 mi), and UCSC (3 mi).

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Home in Aptos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews

Rio Del Mar Beach House.

Oceanfront Beach House with views from every room! Steps from the beach. Gorgeous sunsets on the spacious deck with views of Santa Cruz coastline. Close to wine tasting, vineyards and breweries. Prime location, Rio-del-Mar beach, walking distance to coffee shop, restaurants, store and State Park. Perfect for a Romantic get away or family vacation! No more than 6 guests. Includes Outdoor shower, Boogie boards (2), sand toys, Beach chairs Beach towels, Wetsuits

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Cottage in Aptos

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Enjoy the charm that Spruce Cottage brings to the quaint town of Aptos. We are a short 10 min walk to Seacliff State Beach through a secret pathway. View the landmark S. S. Palo Alto cement ship, picnic on the beach, or dip in the ocean. Our cottage offers comfort with a beachy feel. We take great care in the comfort and safety of our guests. Our home is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each guest. We look forward to hosting you!

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Cottage in Felton

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Private Cottage with a View

Brand new clean and cozy home with all the comforts you will need. Netflix and chill, or BBQ on your private patio, this home is indoor and outdoor living. Enjoy the plushness of this brand new home with a great view. Only 12 minutes to the ocean or boardwalk and step outside your front door to the redwoods. Privacy and proximity to amazing hikes, restaurants and town are perfect here. Just come relax in this plush cozy home.

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Condo in Watsonville

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View

Steps away from miles of beautiful, unspoiled beaches, this 2 bedroom beach front condo is located in the highly desirable, gated Shorebirds community at Pajaro Dunes. Either enjoying the picture-perfect sunset, taking long walks on the beach, surfing, fishing, or building sand castles, you are sure to capture memorable, relaxing vacations in our comfortable, charming fully furnished condo.

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Home in Salinas

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 355 reviews

Big Valley View Home

Private and Beautiful Spacious Family 5 BDrm/ 3 Bath home on 2 Acres with Stunning Valley Views. Very quiet and peaceful setting, with Large Deck and 2 car garage Sleeps 10 comfortably with 2 King and 3 Queen beds. Close to Laguna Seca Raceway on the Monterey/Salinas Highway. Close to Monterey Peninsula Golf Courses, Carmel, Big Sur, and all the beauty on the Monterey Peninsula

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Home in Upper Seabright

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 404 reviews

Peaceful & Private Seabright, 1 mile from beach

600 sq. ft. home. Attention is paid to every detail, highest quality bed & linens, bbq, large private patio, SUPER PRIVATE & QUIET, one mile from the beach, walking distance to the harbor, 1 mile from the boardwalk, 5-7 minute drive to UCSC, restaurants walking distance as well as grocery stores. Fully equipped kitchen, 2 bikes, up to 3 occupants max