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1. Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Santa Cruz with walking accessibility"
United States
Carl
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

2. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
The price is AU$502
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

3. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
The price is AU$729
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

4. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is AU$564
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Redwood Home - view of the river!

5. Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing stay - thank you and we look forward to staying again "
United States
Brandi P.
The price is AU$873
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

6. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is AU$975
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

7. Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
The price is AU$998
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

8. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

9. 3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a great location and such a cute property. There were a couple small things we needed and the host/management was super helpful and communicative. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tara R.
The price is AU$886
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

10. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is AU$417
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Sunny Private Bungalow

11. Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great place, minutes from the beach and an overall great experience!"
United States
Damian M.
The price is AU$753
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

12. Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!

Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful house with lots of thoughtful details. Our kids loved the play room, we loved the work out room! The beds and linens were comfortable and clean. Highly recommend"
United States
Mychal B.
The price is AU$1,155
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!

13. 3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is AU$727
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

14. 3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Great weekend stay, close to harbor and twin lakes."
United States
Britt T.
The price is AU$876
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

15. Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay in Capitola. The house was beautiful in the parking was convenient."
United States
Daniel G.
The price is AU$915
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

16. Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated home with cool vibe. Great location. Perfection!"
United States
Heidi T.
The price is AU$1,007
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

17. 1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Jen W.
The price is AU$636
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

18. 2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The home was immaculate and had great resources in the kitchen. "
United States
Kim N.
The price is AU$737
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

19. New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Nice place and location overall. "
United States
Lawrence S.
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

20. 2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!

2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much. The kitchen was stocked well. The beds and linens were very comfortable and we liked the up graded bathrooms. We especially loved having the rooftop patio to relax in the sun and the privacy was a plus. Thank you for your quick responses to our questions. You were very helpful."
United States
Christine K.
The price is AU$861
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!
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Number of reviews
269
Accommodation
349 Holiday Homes
Lowest Price
AU$348
Highest Price
AU$1,155

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