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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

Welcome to Harbor House. Your Favorite Home at the Beach.
Prepare to enjoy this retreat close to the ocean with warm light and comfortable furnishings. Relax and experience a beautiful sense of calm from this quiet retreat. Murray Street Bridge is closed for repair INDEFINITELY Relax and enjoy the new fire pit table during the cool summer nights on the updated deck or enjoy a dinner under the stars using the new BBQ in the new outdoor dining area. **BBQ AND FIRE PIT TABLE are for (June-Sept)This property is not suitable for guests under 12 years old.

Beach Hill Hideaway - Steps to Beach & Boardwalk
Escape to Beach Hill Hideaway, a bright 2,000 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Santa Cruz. Perfect for families and friends, it’s just steps from the Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, and downtown. One side of a duplex, it shares one wall with neighboring Unit A while offering a private entrance and outdoor spaces. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, free parking, EV charger, A/C, outdoor shower, BBQ, fire pit, Roku TV, piano, books, games, yoga mats, and workspace. Walk everywhere from this prime location!

Victorian Cottage on West Cliff Drive 18-0089
Separate, stand alone cottage located behind oceanfront home. Steps from the beach, Boardwalk, Lighthouse, and close to downtown. Fully furnished. Smart TV with Comcast Popular TV cable (100+ channels), dedicated Superfast Xfinity WiFi access. Very charming and romantic. Pets welcome for an additional fee of $95 per stay (or per month for longer visits)---please arrange in advance. Quoted prices include City mandated Transient Occupancy Tax required of all bookings for 30 nights or less.

Cozy garden westside king suite STR18-0122
This cool and comfortable private space is a great spot to stay while visiting Santa Cruz. Close to everything yet private with its own private entrance and in a quiet setting with an outdoor sitting area. The neighborhood is old Santa Cruz and close to everything. Don’t forget the comfortable king bed! The best deal in Santa cruz! IMPORTANT NOTE: I am required to collect the city mandated short term rental tax in cash when you arrive because the city of Santa Cruz . Please have it ready.

Charming Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment
Our 1928 carriage house apartment is walking distance to the Boardwalk, beach, wharf, basketball stadium, and downtown. Cowells and Main Beaches, Steamers Lane, Boardwalk, wharf, and West Cliff Drive (path along the ocean) are all a quick 5 min walk from our house. The apartment is located in a private garden setting, away from the main street, behind our home. There is a separate dedicated garden space for you to use. We hope you will love this historical neighborhood as much as we do!

Sunlit Surf House 3 BR/2BA Downtown +Walk To Beach
Sunlit Surf Guest House – 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bath Accommodates 1–9 guests. Pricing is based on occupancy. All guests to the property must be registered. Located in downtown Santa Cruz, just a ½-mile walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! Family Friendly • No Parties • Non-Smoking/Vaping Property Shared driveway parking. Neighborhood parking pass included. Competitive rates for couples, families, and groups. The 14% transient occupancy tax is included in your rate.

Victorian Beach House Santa Cruz
We love the old 1876 Victorian for its funky charm and great location. Downtown Santa Cruz is bustling with shops and restaurants. We can bike to the beach and not deal with traffic. Run or ride a bike on West Cliff Drive. Lots to do! I have a load of flyers for all the activities in Sc. Top things to do Boardwalk Visit quaint Capitola Mystery spot Marine mammal sanctuary museum Ride bikes on west Cliff Shops and restaurants downtown Surf lessons at cowells!

Vintage Charm Close to Downtown and Beaches
This beautifully & recently renovated studio with separate entry and private bathroom is in the middle of everything Santa Cruz has to offer: downtown, beaches, boardwalk, West Cliff Drive, bike paths, etc. are an easy walk or bike-ride. The studio is also a quiet area for remote work. We are pleased to host you and help make your experience great. You may also access the common-space gardens and hot tub in the spa-like back yard (upon request).

Sunny Seabright Beach House
Sunny beach house located in Midtown, Santa Cruz. Amazing location with a five minute walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Just a few blocks from Seabright Beach, the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and some of the best local restaurants and breweries in town. The home boasts a well-furnished rooftop deck, a beautiful open floor plan, and a fully equipped kitchen. This house is cozy, bright, and inviting. You will surely love your stay here!

Beach House w/ hot tub just a block to the ocean!
Welcome to your home sweet home in Santa Cruz! This historic home built in 1905 is just one block from the Beach, Boardwalk, wharf, great places to eat, some of the best surf spots the West Coast has to offer & just 2 blocks to downtown! The home has 4 bedrooms with a total of 5 beds, 2 full bathrooms, lots of couch space w/ linens to ensure that you are super comfy! There is a private yard with a hot tub, gas BBQ & patio furniture!

Modern Beach House/Short walk to beaches/Boardwalk
Spacious beach house within walking distance to Cowell's Beach, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Main Beach, Municipal Wharf, and downtown entertainments & restaurants. Taking a scenic walk down West Cliff is perfect for viewing the ocean cliffs, beautiful surroundings, and enjoying fresh coastal air!
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Condo rentals with wifi

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

Walk to the beach, panoramic ocean view, and pool!

Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach

Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views

Seaview Condo - 150 Steps to the beach!

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

Oceanview Villa w/ 2 Decks, ONE Pool & Fireplace

OCEAN Views and Steps from the BEACH, New & Modern
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Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging

BoardwalkOasis-HotTub+EBikes+Surfbrd+GameRoomKayak

Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards

Contemporary Seabright Beach House

Mermaid Cottage - Walk to Beach+Boardwalk+Downtown

5BR Beach House · Steps to Twin Lakes · Sleeps 12

Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Getaway

Beach Oasis in Downtown Santa Cruz
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

New 1-Bedroom apartment in Beautiful Santa Cruz

Luxury stay near Oakridge Mall for vacation/work

Cozy home near Monterey Beach

1B1B Top Floor Luxe & Large Rare Find! 411 Ha

Stylish 1bed/1bath apartment in prime location

Downtown San Jose, Modern 4B/3B, free parking

New Modern Craftsman Guest House with Bay Windows

An oasis of tranquility!
Other great vacation rentals near Santa Cruz Wharf

Sunny Harborside Bungalow

The Corner @ Cowell's Beach

Relaxing Family Getaway in Sunny Seabright

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Arana Gulch/PurpleTriangle Hideaway

Stylish Apt by Beach & Downtown | Full Kitchen

Cozy Coastal Redwood Cabin

Santa Cruz Comfort - Close Clean Convenient
Destinations to explore
- Stanford University
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Santa Cruz Beach
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Capitola Beach
- Carmel Beach
- Levi's Stadium
- SAP Center
- Carmel Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- California’S Great America
- Seacliff State Beach
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Montara Beach
- Winchester Mystery House
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Googleplex
- Seabright Beach
- Manresa Main State Beach





