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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!

The Hacienda- Santa Cruz Mountain Ridgetop Retreat
"Welcome to the Hacienda", a modest mid-century retreat located in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains. The Hacienda is located just 5 minutes from Ben Lomond town, 10 minutes from Henry Cowell State Park and only a 20 minute drive from Santa Cruz beaches. Our unique private home includes a pool & hot tub which sits on the ridgetop overlooking the gorgeous San Lorenzo Valley. If you're looking for peace & tranquility or simply need to relax and recharge, the Hacienda awaits your arrival.

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!

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!

Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging
This open and airy modern home is a 5 minute walk to Rio del Mar beach. Enjoy the clean design, large deck and indoor outdoor living. Numerous outdoor activities at your doorstep including golf, world class surf breaks, and renowned biking and hiking trails in the forest of Nisene Marks. Equipped with high speed internet, a projector and Sonos sound system. Our place comfortably hosts five and is good for couples, business travelers, solo, and families.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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Alpine Zen Retreat with heated pool, sauna and spa

Beautiful Large 4BR Home with POOL

Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa

Redwood Oasis - Private Heated Pool by State Park!

2-Acre Creek Estate: Pool, Spa & Firepit

Old Amesti Schoolhouse mid-bay amidst farmland

Nuby's Bed & Breakfast (SCC Permit #251085)

Luxe 3BR Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub
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Safe, Steps To Beach, Spa, Near Harbor, Pets Okay!

Magnolia Garden Bungalow :)Dogs/Hot Tub

Tropical Seabright Beach and Boardwalk Getaway

Hottub, Firepit, Outdoor TV | Walk to Beach

Adventure house under the redwoods, with spa!

Peaceful & Private Seabright, 1 mile from beach

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26th Ave Beach Home. 1 block to beach.
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Lovely Home in the Redwoods

Twin Lakes Seaside Retreat

Santa Cruz Mountain Retreat

Bright, Beachy 1 Bedroom +Office

Surf Loft just blocks from Pleasure Point!

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views

Charming Beachfront Cottage

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