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1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥19,730
￥32,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Bella Notte
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

2. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Unbelievably beautiful property among the redwoods, adorable red cottage next to a creek! I can't wait to go back. I've told all my friends about this place, and if I was not such an oldie (over 50), I would definitely do an Instagram about it! Charming, quiet and lovely place to stay."
United States
CarriLin
The price is ￥17,722
￥22,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Fern River Resort
Interior

3. 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 ￥34,129
￥47,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Living area

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 ￥22,192
￥98,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Room

5. The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our time here at the Haven. It was clean, modern, and well put together. We’ll definitely be back!"
United States
Joey L.
The price is ￥15,823
￥62,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Beach

6. 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 ￥22,494
￥92,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Living area

7. 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 ￥15,315
￥54,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Room

8. 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 ￥26,372
￥97,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Exterior detail

9. 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 ￥25,969
￥47,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Sunny Private Bungalow
Room

10. '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 ￥10,083
￥53,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Living area

11. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Location was great! "
United States
Alix Z.
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Outdoor dining

12. 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 ￥16,599
￥70,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Terrace/patio

13. Bella Notte by the beach Studio 3

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 3
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"A great place in a great place for a good price ."
United States
robin k.
The price is ￥21,718
￥42,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 3
Room

14. Charming 3 Bedroom Home

Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean house"
United States
james h.
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Lobby

15. 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 ￥42,816
￥114,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Living area

16. Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5

Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Easy check in, great location next to the beach, and fully stocked with everything you might need!"
United States
Suzanna R.
The price is ￥27,613
￥35,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
Room

17. Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"My daughter was set on having a bonfire birthday celebration and this place was perfect for our Family’s stay afterward! Twin lakes is 5 minutes walking distance and that made things simple and convenient for us."
United States
Guiuliana R.
The price is ￥27,458
￥120,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
Private kitchen

18. 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.
The price is ￥17,840
￥56,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Property grounds

19. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is ￥12,255
￥58,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Living area

20. 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)
"Great weekend stay, close to harbor and twin lakes."
United States
Britt T.
The price is ￥22,661
￥90,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Santa Cruz close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors to Santa Cruz like the scenic seaside and entertainment choices this destination is known for. Make sure you have time to check out the sporting events while you're in the area.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Santa Cruz?

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on a lake and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and a selection of games. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are 6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk! and Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 275 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Santa Cruz stay.

What’s there to see and do in Santa Cruz?

Family-friendly attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, whereas Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Main Beach are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can reserve for several days or longer in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals offer extras such as hot tubs, fire pits, and patios so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for small groups.