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Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
The price is ¥67,998
¥160,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"amazing place, would go there again for sure!"
United States
HEATON T.
The price is ¥141,730
¥271,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

Sunlit Surf Guest House - Downtown -2bd/1ba

Sunlit Surf Guest House - Downtown -2bd/1ba
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying there. Very comfortable"
United States
Chelsea S.
The price is ¥65,328
¥93,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Sunlit Surf Guest House - Downtown -2bd/1ba

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is ¥67,179
¥153,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
The price is ¥54,398
¥112,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (355 reviews)
"We loved the location and enjoyed our stay there a lot."
United States
Maurice C.
The price is ¥176,958
¥325,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk

Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Great location for visiting the boardwalk and wharf!"
United States
Tom T.
The price is ¥106,830
¥249,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We loved our stay and would definitely book again!"
United States
Kim D.
The price is ¥81,106
¥155,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Fun property within walking distance to several restaurants. Will be even better when the bridge is reopened to traffic. "
United States
Greg B.
The price is ¥57,184
¥132,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"We had a wonderful girls trip. "
United States
Nancy W.
The price is ¥121,577
¥198,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk

Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Easy, comfy and perfect. "
United States
Yadira T.
The price is ¥162,911
¥277,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is ¥28,018
¥50,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The downstairs is relaxing with a nice kitchen. My husband hit his head going upstairs because of the low ceiling. The 3 bedrooms upstairs are great for one person. They have to share a bathroom. It is close to restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner."
United States
Wendy
The price is ¥81,761
¥126,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sea4ever Beachhouse - Oceanfront - Newly Remodeled

Sea4ever Beachhouse - Oceanfront - Newly Remodeled
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely incredible place! The pictures don’t even do it justice. The views/sunsets from the backyard are magical. And the house was clean, modern and so spacious. We already booked it again for next year! Can’t wait to go back!"
United States
Alissa H.
The price is ¥228,735
¥445,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Sea4ever Beachhouse - Oceanfront - Newly Remodeled

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Great location, nicely updated house, great stay!"
United States
Ben C.
The price is ¥103,717
¥245,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great location, spacious welcoming house, attentive host. Perfect for a family reunion: grandchildren, grandparents, parents, friends, and the dog. Would come here again."
United States
Richard E.
The price is ¥163,031
¥277,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing stay - thank you and we look forward to staying again "
United States
Brandi P.
The price is ¥30,148
¥117,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Amazing Gardens 5min to beach in 3bdr house

Amazing Gardens 5min to beach in 3bdr house
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"It was beautiful inside and out! It was very accommodating for a family and very close to the beach."
United States
AnnieRose F.
The price is ¥68,489
¥142,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Amazing Gardens 5min to beach in 3bdr house

Harbor Home - 2 blocks from the beach!

Harbor Home - 2 blocks from the beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Nicole G.
Harbor Home - 2 blocks from the beach!
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Lowest Price
¥21,371
Highest Price
¥66,702