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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation homes

A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a wooden dining table, and a window with blinds.

1. Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Santa Cruz with walking accessibility"
United States
Carl
The price is ￥21,256
￥33,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining area, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 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 ￥13,383
￥51,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
A wooden gate, a potted plant with flowers, and a concrete floor.

3. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is ￥24,798
￥45,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Sunny Private Bungalow
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a built-in wood-burning stove, a comfortable sofa set, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

4. 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 ￥20,154
￥99,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by tall trees.

5. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is ￥15,115
￥62,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Redwood Home - view of the river!
A hotel room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

6. 'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is ￥10,864
￥54,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There are windows with blinds, a radiator, and a poster on the wall.

7. 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, (17 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is ￥25,035
￥89,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
A paved pathway leading to a rustic cabin surrounded by tall trees.

8. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is ￥31,175
￥39,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
A residential property with a small house, a paved patio, and outdoor seating.

9. 1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Jen W.
The price is ￥14,643
￥71,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a TV.

10. 3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a great location and such a cute property. There were a couple small things we needed and the host/management was super helpful and communicative. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tara R.
The price is ￥32,750
￥109,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
A wicker chair with white cushions in a room with a large window, a painting on the wall, and a shelf with decorative items.

11. Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated home with cool vibe. Great location. Perfection!"
United States
Heidi T.
The price is ￥36,686
￥105,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
A modern living room with a fireplace, television, and comfortable seating.

12. 3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
The price is ￥23,618
￥93,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, a stove, a microwave, and pendant lighting.

13. Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location! We parked the car out front when we arrived and didn't need to use it again until we left. House is clean and bright. The mattress was firmer than we prefer but it was fine and the sheets and comforter were clean and comfy. Would recommend!"
United States
Jeffrey S.
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees.

14. Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Peaceful setting, attentive and lovely hosts. Absolutely perfect setting for our company leadership retreat. Thank you!"
United States
Anthony H.
The price is ￥17,320
￥75,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a round dining table, and green chairs.

15. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is ￥31,962
￥109,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a built-in oven.

16. 2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The home was immaculate and had great resources in the kitchen. "
United States
Kim N.
2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
A beach with a lifeguard tower, a sandy path, and a bench.

17. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is ￥21,886
￥88,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.

18. 2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful condo with sweeping views! Beach access was easy and the location was convenient to so many activities."
United States
Wendy B.
The price is ￥26,609
￥81,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a skylight.

19. Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
The price is ￥38,575
￥71,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

20. Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz

Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Amazing property we loved our stay extremely unique and charming!"
United States
Nicholas P.
The price is ￥46,243
￥105,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"You pay $55 per night for valet parking and Santa Cruz adds on a tourism fee of $50 so it adds up pretty quickly"
Sandra 1-night trip
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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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Santa Cruz Vacation Homes information

Number of reviews
270
Accommodation
348 Vacation Homes
Lowest Price
￥33,380
Highest Price
￥109,268