
House vacation rentals in Santa Cruz
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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!

Luxury Silicon Valley Wellness and Work Oasis
Ideal for guests attending matches at Levi’s Stadium, business travelers, couples, and nature lovers, while staying in a quiet residential setting. Peaceful upscale exclusive use 1,500 sq ft Los Altos Hills retreat beside Rancho San Antonio Preserve. Private trail access. Fast fiber Wi-Fi, workspace, fireplace, sauna, pool table, full kitchen, plush queen bed. Year-round hot tub, BBQ patio, saline pool. Minutes to Stanford, Los Altos, Palo Alto, and major tech campuses, dining and shops.

Lower Westside Sanctuary by Natural Bridges Beach
From our family of beach bums to yours: welcome to our newly remodeled, coastal sanctuary on the quiet lower Westside of Santa Cruz. Stroll 5 minutes to Natural Bridges Beach by day. By night, stargaze from the hot tub or gather around the gas fire pit. Wildlife abounds: from our resident hummingbirds and butterflies at home to occasional seal, otter and whale sightings at Natural Bridges. Hungry/thirsty? Stroll 10 minutes to the heart of Santa Cruz’s beer, wine, and foodie scene!

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!

Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point
Just steps away from the breathtaking Santa Cruz coast lies Bungalow318. This 1940's bungalow has been meticulously renovated and is ready for your relaxing retreat, romantic getaway, surfing adventure or family vacation. Relax in the open concept family room, enjoy a day at the beach or surfing world-class surf breaks, lounge in the hot tub and spend a cozy evening on the patio lounge in front of a warm fire. The ways to enjoy this special property are endless!

Aptos Beach Retreat • Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand
Unwind by the Bay at this luxury Aptos beach bungalow near Rio Del Mar Beach. Enjoy cathedral ceilings, a private outdoor hot tub, heated bathroom floors, and a fully equipped kitchen. Perfect for couples, small families, or remote stays with Wi-Fi and Roku TV. Walk to the beach or explore nearby Seacliff State Beach, Capitola Village, and Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Relax, recharge, and soak up Monterey Bay’s coastal charm. Permit #211099

Two-Six Beach House - newly renovated!
Experience luxury and comfort in our newly renovated Santa Cruz home! (Permit: 231143) This spacious retreat features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen with everything you could need and more. Relax in the backyard with a firepit, hot tub, outdoor shower, and BBQ. Best of all, the beach is just a couple minutes away! Perfect for families and friends seeking a coastal getaway.

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.
Popular amenities for Santa Cruz house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub

Beautiful Large 4BR Home with POOL

Large Home in Palo Alto, 5 bedrooms, Pool

Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa

Little Poolside House near Downtown Mountain View!

Old Amesti Schoolhouse mid-bay amidst farmland

Beautiful 3BD Home w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit

Oceanfront Retreat w/Private HotTub
Weekly house rentals

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

Beachy Keen Westside Bungalow

Tropical Seabright Beach and Boardwalk Getaway

Mount Hermon Creekside Cottage

Beachfront Oceanfront Steps to Sand & Sunset Views

Beach Oasis in Downtown Santa Cruz

Beach Suite

26th Ave Beach Home. 1 block to beach.
Private house rentals

Lovely Home in the Redwoods

Shipper's Retreat

Updated Westside home. 4 blocks from the beach!

Cozy Cabin on beautiful farm, walk to Henry Cowell

Surf & Soak: Coastal Cottage w/ Hot Tub I Bikes

The Seacliff Family Beach House!

Seabright Sunset - Sunny Beach House

Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
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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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Family-friendly vacation rentals
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350 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
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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