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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (513 reviews)
"Lovely Cabin, my son had an amazing experience. We will definitely come back"
United States
Iris
The price is ￥29,839
￥35,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Fern River Resort
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥32,490
￥46,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Bella Notte
TV, fireplace, video games, offices

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Pleasure Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Great place for a family. Excellent location for surfing, shopping, and small bites! "
United States
Kelda G.
The price is ￥86,961
￥196,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Beach

Serenity at Natural Bridges - 5 min Walk to Beach

Serenity at Natural Bridges - 5 min Walk to Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Brett B.
The price is ￥100,297
￥210,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Serenity at Natural Bridges - 5 min Walk to Beach
Beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Great house. Great neighborhood "
United States
Sam C.
The price is ￥56,208
￥116,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Exterior detail

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"The cottage was clean, comfortable, and well stocked. We enjoyed our stay in Aptos. "
United States
C B.
The price is ￥27,581
￥55,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Exterior

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We had an absolutely amazing time staying here. Lovely accommodations, fireplace, deck, clean, modern, great location, easy to follow instructions, private, quiet, reasonably priced, list goes on. Thank you for such a great stay."
United States
Julie L.
Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is ￥56,297
￥119,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Capitola Village Hideaway
Dining

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Excellent location Very cleanVery quietBeautiful apartment "
United States
DANIELLE C.
The price is ￥53,771
￥119,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Exterior

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great place with amazing architecture and views. We would stay here again and again!"
United States
Ken S.
The price is ￥109,166
￥204,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Nice place and location overall. "
United States
Lawrence S.
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Great location and the two designated parking spaces are a real bonus! "
United States
Sandra G.
The price is ￥77,814
￥175,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Terrace/patio

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 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 ￥161,429
￥274,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Oceanview Family Playground

Oceanview Family Playground
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The house was perfect for our needs, extremely clean and it had everything we needed. The location was great, walkable to the beach and a little market. "
United States
Mary L.
The price is ￥100,881
￥208,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Oceanview Family Playground
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The suite was very clean and the snacks provided by the host were a nice touch. Very close to town."
United States
Rindy G.
The price is ￥23,068
￥29,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Property grounds

1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!

1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!
Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Loved the house it has an unobstructed beach view and easy beach access. We spent a lot of time on the patio. The house had everything we needed for the week. We would stay here again."
United States
Mindy W.
The price is ￥103,671
￥231,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!
Outdoor dining

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

Sunlit Surf Guest House - Downtown -2bd/1ba
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying there. Very comfortable"
United States
Chelsea S.
The price is ￥80,958
￥111,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Sunlit Surf Guest House - Downtown -2bd/1ba
Beach nearby

Sea-salt and Sunshine

Sea-salt and Sunshine
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"We were a group of six and the house is very roomy and comfortable. Great table for sitting around and just catching up. Quiet peaceful backyard. Fully stocked kitchen. Location is very close to a state beach."
United States
Debra S.
Sea-salt and Sunshine
Dining

7 Houses from the Ocean - Pleasure Point Surf!

7 Houses from the Ocean - Pleasure Point Surf!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"We had a great time! "
United States
Mary Grace M.
The price is ￥180,606
￥330,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
7 Houses from the Ocean - Pleasure Point Surf!
Property grounds

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"This quaint, small cottage was perfect for a beach getaway trip. We loved how close it is to the beach, Java Junction and Crows Nest. "
United States
Jennifer C.
The price is ￥50,457
￥115,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"The room was clean."
Helen 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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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 popular beaches 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?

Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 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 selection of games and a hot tub. Our travelers also rate OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT! as a favorite home for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 279 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 Pacific Avenue 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.