Vacation rentals in Santa Cruz

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Santa Cruz

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Guest favourite
Guest suite in Scotts Valley
Snug and Cozy between the Skyline and the Sea
Super private, peaceful, and quiet; an excellent place for the traveler who is excited about exploring the Santa Cruz mountains and coast. Completely private In-law unit with extras needed to make it cozy. Snuggled between Scotts Valley, Felton, and Santa Cruz it's near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 1440 Multiversity, and Mount Hermon Conference Center yet less than an hour from Silicon Valley. The Airbnb cleaning handbook is followed making this one of the cleanest places you’ll stay at!
Sep. 3 – 10
$122 CAD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 623 reviews
Guest favourite
Guest suite in Felton
Redwood Retreat
A peaceful creek-side studio in a redwood grove. Private entrance with a own bathroom & mini-kitchen. Unit is attached to the main house but it's very private and feels like a cabin Hang out in the cozy room, in the private glen by the creek or go explore Henry Cowell Redwoods state park, Felton restaurants & tourist train. 20 min drive to ocean & Santa Cruz. Wylder Ranch state Park is pretty close too. A good Hub for exploring Monterey, Big Sur. San Francisco is close enough for a day trip.
Dec. 28 – Jan. 4
$195 CAD per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 734 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Santa Cruz
Luxury Beach House - Game Room & Hot Tub
Rebuilt from the ground up in 2018. European oak hardwood floors and custom finishes throughout. During the day, enjoy walking to the beaches, surfing, and shops only minutes away. After a day of fun in the sun, BBQ with friends and family. Then, gather around the fire pit, hang out in the game room shooting pool and then take a soak in the hot tub. Bikes, boogie boards, surfboards, beach chairs included for guests use. No visitors or outside guests at any time. Only 8 registered guests max.
May 16 – 23
$1,213 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews

Popular amenities for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Stay near Santa Cruz's top sights

Santa Cruz Wharf143 locals recommend
West Cliff Drive193 locals recommend
Ocean View Park18 locals recommend
Pacific Avenue88 locals recommend
Trader Joe's165 locals recommend
Santa Cruz Harbor40 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Santa Cruz

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Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
Timeless Coastal Carriage House
Nov. 12 – 19
$300 CAD per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 499 reviews
Guest favourite
Condo in Santa Cruz
Welcome to Harbor House. Your Favorite Home at the Beach.
Nov. 24 – Dec. 1
$425 CAD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 244 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Santa Cruz
Adorable Capitola/Pleasure Pt Beach House
Aug. 8 – 15
$604 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Santa Cruz
Full Ocean View Cottage!HotTub+Bikes+Srfbrds+Kayak
Dec. 8 – 15
$727 CAD per night
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews
Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
Sunny Cottage + Hot Tub near UCSC
Feb. 14 – 21
$373 CAD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 506 reviews
Guest favourite
Cottage in Santa Cruz
Sea Otter Cottage in Santa Cruz!
Oct. 15 – 22
$594 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 375 reviews
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Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
PrIvate Seabright Garden Apartment
Nov. 27 – Dec. 4
$224 CAD per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 890 reviews
Guest favourite
Guest suite in Boulder Creek
Redwood Riverfront Getaway
Feb. 7 – 14
$175 CAD per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 887 reviews
Guest favourite
Yurt in Watsonville
Mountain Top Yurt in the Redwoods
Sep. 14 – 21
$196 CAD per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 706 reviews
Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
Charming Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment
Aug. 11 – 16
$501 CAD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews
Guest favourite
Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
Garden Beach Cottage
Nov. 19 – 26
$421 CAD per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 756 reviews
Superhost
Home in Santa Cruz
BoardwalkOasis-HotTub+EBikes+Surfbrd+GameRoomKayak
Jan. 13 – 20
$824 CAD per night
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Santa Cruz

Total rentals

1.4K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

560 properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

80 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

350 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

810 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

114K reviews

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