
House vacation rentals in Santa Cruz
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660 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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20 properties feature pools

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350 properties have a dedicated workspace

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860 of Santa Cruz vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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

Boardwalk Oasis-HotTub-Bikes- Surfbrds, 1blk beach
Adorable beach cottage 1.5 Blocks to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Main Beach! In a fantastic spot for beach time, Boarkwalk fun, and exploring downtown Santa Cruz. Take the 4 beach cruiser bikes along West Cliff Drive, surf at Steamer Lane with the 2 surfboards we provide, and come back to soak in the hot tub. We also have a 2 person sea kayak for you, stored at the harbor ready to launch! **Are you getting a message from Airbnb blocking you from booking? Message us we can fix it for you**

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!

Mermaid Cottage - Walk to Beach+Boardwalk+Downtown
Welcome to the Mermaid Cottage located in the heart of Santa Cruz! This cute and cozy retreat is the perfect place to unwind and soak up the sun. Just a short walk away, you'll find yourself on the sandy shores of Cowell's Beach, where you can swim, surf, or just relax and soak up the sun. And if you're looking for some excitement, the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is also just a short stroll away. Short-term rental permit (STR22-0024) Transient Occupancy Tax No. 002482

Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
We offer a self-contained 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with its own separate entrance, situated in a tranquil neighborhood on the west side of Santa Cruz, 3 min walk to the W Cliff Dr, a safe and scenic 3 mile ocean walking & biking path. Walk north to Michell Cove, tide pools, & Natural Bridges. Please note that our unit is part of the entire building, located on the second floor, and has its own private staircase and entrance. And unwind at this peaceful oasis.

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!

Mount Hermon Creekside Cottage
Have fun with the whole family at this adorable cottage nestled in the redwoods. (Permit Number 231151) Views of the creek and only steps to the conference center at Mount Hermon, less than 1/2 mile to the famous redwood forest of Henry Cowell; this home is perfect to stay in and relax or to go explore and use as a homebase. Newly remodeled kitchen, with everything you would need to host a dinner party, kids games, books, TV and so much more.

Wave House by the Beach for Two!
PLEASE READ ALL DETAILS: Spacious house with a loft bedroom, bathroom with shower/bathtub, skylights, full kitchen, large living room and dining area. Lots of light. Two decks, yard, driveway and garage for parking. Only a 0.3 mile walk to the beach and boardwalk. A 0.4 mile walk to the wharf. And a 0.7 mile walk to downtown. Lots of outdoor activities in the area! Unfortunately the house is not suitable for children under 10.

Sunlit Surf House 3 BR/2BA Downtown +Walk To Beach
Located on a quiet street Downtown Santa Cruz. Your family can walk to shops, restaurants, beach, wharf and Boardwalk! Great for couples, families, and traveling professionals. Perfect for quick getaways or long holidays! This is a multi-unit property - all rental spaces are private. *Shared Driveway Parking with proper planning and communication. Parking Pass for Neighborhood is also included.

8 Palms
Clean and Comfortable 2 bedroom 2 bath Ranch Style House in a Great Central Location!!! Close to Downtown, The Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, The Santa Cruz Wharf, Seabright Beach, The Boat Harbor, The Crows Nest, Seabright Social, The Buttery, Lillians Italian Restaurant, The Crepe Place, Shoppers Corner, Whole Foods. Basically there are a bunch of great amenities very close.

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home
Welcome to this award-winning 3-bedroom home (Permit 171346)! Featured in the prestigious Sunset Magazine, this stunning property offers breathtaking ocean views and the perfect blend of modern amenities and coastal charm, providing a comfortable stay just a 5-minute walk from the beach, with a cul-de-sac next door that’s a local favorite viewpoint and gathering spot.
Popular amenities for Santa Cruz house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub

Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa

Private Pool Villa for family getaways

Old Amesti Schoolhouse mid-bay amidst farmland

Oceanfront Retreat w/Private HotTub

Luxury Silicon Valley Wellness and Work Oasis

3 BR Home on Vineyard nr Palo Alto & Stanford

Private Oasis with Pool and Fire Pit
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Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Getaway

Safe, Steps To Beach, Spa, Near Harbor, Pets Okay!

Cozy Studio w/ Loft •Bamboo Yard •Fast WiFi•Secure

Quiet Santa Cruz Family Home

Quiet Beach Cottage in the heart of Capitola

Bay View Bungalow

Sunny Seabright Beach House

Lower Westside Sanctuary by Natural Bridges Beach
Private house rentals

Cheerful 2-Bedroom Home in sunny Felton

Seacliff Ocean View House, Recently Remodeled

Pleasure Point Beach House!

Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging

Beach Suite

Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point

26th Ave Beach Home. 1 block to beach.

180°OceanView+HotTub+EBikes+Surfboards+SUPS+Kayak
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,223 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,201 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,296 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,502 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,609 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,542 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,326 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,267 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,374 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,381 |
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