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Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.

Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

🍀Escape - Brand New Modern Chic Coastal Retreat🍀
Start the day snuggled up with an incredible, 180-degree unobstructed ocean view from the deck with coffee from the in-home coffee station. Take a dip in the pool overlooking the shoreline or grab some boogie boards for a day on the beach. Featured on the design website Houzz, this clean, breezy, modern seaside sanctuary features homey hardwood floors, smooth quartz counters and open floor plan living. Come relax with amazing beds + soft linens, a gourmet kitchen, and the charm of beach living.

Brand New Luxury Home - Steps from Capitola Beach!
Brand new luxury home in the heart of Capitola Village, just a 2 minute walk to Capitola beach and downtown, home to some of the most charming restaurants, bars and shops! This features high-end appliances and designer touches throughout. Best of all, this house comes with a 3 car garage!! All rooms comes with a desk and chair, and strong Wifi! Come relax with your friends and family in this stunning modern beach house just steps away from the beach! Ask me about longer term rentals rate

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is customized to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. This newly designed three bedroom home has a well equipped kitchen and outdoor seating, game, and BBQ areas. There are stunning ocean and agricultural views from every room. Close to California's popular food and travel regions.

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!

Either Way Hideaway
Relax and enjoy riverside views in our tranquil Santa Cruz Mountains guesthouse. Cozy by our fire pits, take a dip in a private hot tub and enjoy the sounds of the river flow by. Hike Big Basin, Castle Rock and Henry Cowell State Parks. Close to historic downtown Boulder Creek and the Santa Cruz boardwalk, it’s the perfect base for exploring Santa Cruz county. Immerse yourself in of nature while staying connected and comfortable. Either way, you’ll enjoy your stay! SCC Permit #251382

Sand Dollar Beachfront Home, Direct Beach Access!
On the Beach is an ocean front townhome in the gated community of Sand Dollar Beach! (Permit 251385) This oceanfront home has the central coast views you dream of! Nestled in a quiet community, this unit is perfect for the relaxing beach vacation with the family. Private beach access leads straight down to open sand in an area that never has big crowds! Please note, the third bedroom is a loft, offering an open and airy space that is not fully enclosed from the rest of the guests.

2bed OceanFront condo w/Pools+HotTub
Enjoy the comforts of a beach condo with the features of a luxury resort style retreat. This 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom Villa has two balconies with incredible Ocean Views. Modern kitchen, and beach themed decor make this condo a vacation retreat you cannot miss. Plus 3 pools, heated year round! Located on 17-miles of secluded beachfront in Aptos California, south of Santa Cruz. Treat yourself to exquisite fine dining at the Sanderlings Restaurant, beach pathways and more!

Charming Beachfront Cottage
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, Wetsuit

*Official Resort Listing* Partial View 2 BDR Villa
This listing offers an updated residential-style experience within a luxury resort—the best of both worlds! Featuring a primary bedroom with a king bed and en suite bathroom, a 2nd bedroom with a queen bed, and a separate guest bathroom. Enjoy the comfort of a living room with a gas fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and sofa seating. Each villa includes a private patio or balcony with a partial ocean view. Units are individually owned—decor and layout may vary.

Oceanfront Family Condo
Escape to your oceanfront condo and unwind at the beautiful Seascape Resort. Your retreat features two bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, plus a convenient half bath. Unobstructed sea views from both the balcony and patio. With two king beds, a queen sofa bed, a rollaway single, and amenities like a pack n play and highchair, it's perfect for families. Walk to the beach or cozy up by the fireplace. Your fun-filled seaside getaway awaits!
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30StepsToBeach-EBikes+Surfboards

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Top Oceanfront 1BR Stunning View

Seascape Beach Resort condo with ocean view
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Seascape Ocean Front Villa

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Beachfront Oceanfront Steps to Sand & Sunset Views

Seaside Sanctuary

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Waterfront condo rentals

Seascape Oceanview Luxury 2B w/theater walk2beach

Seascape Ocean View Condo

One of a kind full River and Ocean view!

Ocean View at Seascape with Private Balcony

Beachfront Condo in Watsonville, CA

Seascape Resort Villa Beautiful Ocean View Sleep 6

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

Your Coastal Sanctuary - Far from the Craziness
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 1,601 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,484 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,542 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,671 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,781 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,972 | ﺩ.ﺇ 2,167 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,917 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,715 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,425 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,719 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,726 |
| 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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Capitola vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 551 per night before taxes and fees

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4.9 Average rating
Capitola stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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