
Vacation rentals with beach access in Capitola
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Explore 90 vacation rentals in Capitola

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Capitola vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 331 per night before taxes and fees

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60 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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30 properties have a dedicated workspace

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90 of Capitola vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Capitola stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated beach access rentals in Capitola
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Walk to Beach | Spa, Outdoor Kitchen + TV, Firepit
Welcome to our renovated 1950's style bungalow, perfectly situated in Pleasure Point! Permit #241032 Start your day with a walk to Verve Coffee, a local favorite, and head to one of the nearby world-class surf spots. After a day of adventure, come back to enjoy the large, private yard complete with a hot tub, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and dining area perfect for al fresco meals. Optional Add-Ons: Early Check In/Late Check Out (when available) - $40 Grocery Shopping - $50 + cost of groceries

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Permit 171035 Featured by Sunset Magazine as a “chic escape,” this Peaceful Treehouse-style retreat blends mid-century design with natural materials like wood and stone for a calming, sanctuary feel. Light pours through floor-to-ceiling windows beneath soaring wooden beams, and Japanese-inspired doors add to the architectural charm. Set high in the trees with ocean views, the home offers three elevated decks including one with a hammock. Perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding canopy.

Adorable Capitola/Pleasure Pt Beach House
Awesome location, just steps to Pleasure Point, the famous "Hook" surf spot, Privates Beach & the vibrant 41st Ave eateries & breweries, surf shops & eclectic shopping district or a short 15 min walk to Capitola Village. Stroll/ cruise (4 bikes provided) along the cliff, grab a beach chair & towel & hit the beach or just relax in the backyard oasis. Nearby is golf, wineries, Big Trees State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Home is not child proofed so use caution booking for kiddos under 2

Steps to Capitola Beach♦King Bed♦EVCharger♦Pets OK
Recently renovated with hardwood floors & stainless steel appliances. Spend your next beach getaway in the heart of the Capitola Village, a 3 minute walk to the beach, restaurants & shopping. This lovely 2-bedroom house has a private balcony w/a BBQ & sleeps up to 6. Level 2 EV charger in garage. Convenient Amenities Include: *Self check-in *Wireless Internet *Dog Friendly - 1 dog (40lbs +/- max) *Parking for 1 car in the attached garage (w/EV Charger) *Roku TV with Netflix, Disney+, YouTube

Capitola Village Wind + Sea Home
Our beautifully renovated 2 bedroom (Both upstairs) and 2 full bathrooms (One on the ground floor and one on the upper floor) along with a ground floor plush queen sleeper sofa and ground floor great room with dining for 7 plus a bar table separating the kitchen from the living room is in the perfect location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, or a nice walk along the river. We are right in the Capitola Village. We hope you enjoy your stay. If you have questions, we respond promptly.

Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
Permit# 231467 Incredible modern home just steps from the best beach in all of Santa Cruz! Ocean and sand views, listen to the waves as you sleep on designer beds, cook in the chefs kitchen, and soak in the hot tub. Perfect central location, less than 5 minutes to boardwalk and downtown. 5 minutes to colorful Capitola village. 9 minutes to UC Santa Cruz Campus. 4 Electric bikes, 4 surfboards, and a kayak to take out and play in the waves! Plus the beach is right out front to enjoy!

Coastal Architectural Gem in Capitola
A Nantucket-inspired cottage designed by award-winning architect Tobin Dougherty — featured in Sunset Magazine, Fine Homebuilding & Better Homes and Gardens. Don’t miss the signature Tower of Light: a family library with a plexiglass floor that floods the dining room below with sunshine. Three patios, including a front garden, a dining room terrace perfect for people-watching, and a second-story crow’s nest. Just .3 miles from Capitola Village, the beach, and the legendary Gayle’s Bakery.

Seaview Condo - 150 Steps to the beach!
Spacious and modern two bedroom, one bath condo, with high ceilings and a fabulous ocean view! Look out at the ocean from the kitchen bar, living room, hallway. 150 steps to the Beach, Capitola Pier, boutique shopping and over 20 restaurants. Remodeled kitchen, WiFi Big Screen TV and a back patio with a gas BBQ grill. Perfect for families, couples or girls/guys getaways! Sleeps 6. Covered parking for 1 car, dirt parking for additional car. Renter must be at least 25 years old.

Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access
Escape from the outside world to this one of a kind ROMANTIC Sculpture House. Enjoy its unique design, white rounded walls, sitting nooks, gas dome fireplace, and beautiful tranquil gardens. Sit back and relax in the rounded sunken bathtub perfect for two. This is the perfect romantic getaway and just one block away from private beach access. Named one of the most stunning Airbnb's in Santa Cruz. Enjoy more fun with zero extra Airbnb fees—we've got you covered!

Quiet Beach Cottage in the heart of Capitola
Nestled into the heart of Capitola, this beach cottage is walking distance to the best of Capitola (Rental Permit #261046). Newly remodeled stunning two bedroom home, two bath, with a Pottery Barn pull out couch, this home is built for comfort and relaxation. Walking distance to Capitola Village(1 mile) and pleasure point (.5). Just blocks to the beach, local breweries, restaurants, shopping and iconic surfing. This home was designed for a peaceful getaway!

Beach View Cottage - Hot Tub
Gorgeous, newly remodeled, home with amazing views of the ocean, beach, and lagoon. Hot tub, bikes, surfboards, kayak. Everything you could possibly want for a Santa Cruz trip in a spectacular setting VR PERMIT # 191354 Just 200 yards from the beach, this tranquil beach view cottage is your perfect beachside escape. Located on a quiet, private street in Pleasure Point, this charming and newly updated two-story home offers stunning ocean views.

Urban Chic living at the beach
This 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment is the perfect mix of urban chic meeting casual beach comfort. Everything is cool about this apartment from the modern and fully equipped kitchen to the hardwood floors, and dining area with sun drenched private deck. The large bathroom has double sinks and a shower with bathtub for soaking after a day at the beach. This is 1 of only 2 apartments in the building.
Popular amenities for Capitola beach access rentals
Apartment rentals with beach access

One Bedroom Suite 5

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❤ of Capitola Village with Private Yard + Parking

Deluxe Spa Suite-Ocean View-Allergy Friendly!

Corner Unit Condo at Seascape

Luxury Villa - Flora View - Ground Level -Seascape
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Steps to Blacks Beach

Hottub, Firepit, Outdoor TV | Walk to Beach

Pleasure Point Beach House!

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Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging

Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point

Celebrate Father's Day at Opal Cliff Beach House!
Condo rentals with beach access

Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach

Seascape Resort Villa Beautiful Ocean View Sleep 6

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

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

OCEAN Views and Steps from the BEACH, New & Modern

Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort

Oceanview Villa w/ 2 Decks, ONE Pool & Fireplace

Stunning Views @ RDM BCH w/Attached Garage
When is the best time to visit Capitola?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 999 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,058 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,105 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,120 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,337 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,469 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,465 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,216 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,153 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,087 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 13°C | 11°C |
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