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Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (468)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ¥13,154
¥17,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Fern River Resort

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"Great place"
United States
david l.
The price is ¥18,479
¥66,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Redwood Home - view of the river!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (15)
"Literally the perfect getaway. Will definitely be back. "
United States
Kammie H.
The price is ¥11,745
¥51,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Such a cute and fun place to stay great central location. Easy drive to Santa Cruz Monterey and other fun spots. Incredibly beautiful area and home. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!"
United States
Robert C.
The price is ¥11,745
¥56,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The house was clean, organized, and seemed newly renovated. It’s was comfy and convenient. Definitely staying again in the future!"
United States
Rhonda N.
The price is ¥15,034
¥88,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Plenty of space to spread out in comfort, beautiful deck and view, easy walk to the beach. This was the perfect spot for a group getaway."
United States
Sarah C.
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Nice place, nice location, we had fun "
United States
David S.
The price is ¥15,503
¥61,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Nice home. Close to everything we wanted to do. "
United States
Julie P.
The price is ¥15,660
¥77,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"It was wonderful "
United States
Teri Z.
The price is ¥12,528
¥52,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"The property was fantastic for a multi-fam vacation. The property was well-stocked, clean, and comfortable. The front door lock was quite tricky and caused some frustration, but otherwise it was a lovely stay"
United States
Sara H.
The price is ¥18,792
¥65,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (106)
"Great location for travel.Super quiet. And the outdoor patio was fantastic!"
United States
Dana
The price is ¥19,575
¥31,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"Perfect location and having parking is fantastic!"
United States
Dez M.
The price is ¥14,877
¥57,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
The price is ¥18,009
¥88,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Tasteful and cozy."
United States
K A.
The price is ¥23,960
¥45,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Sunny Private Bungalow

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"This place was super comfortable and convenient for our family of four. It was great being so close to the beach. Only downside is that it’s on a busy street that was pretty loud at night."
United States
Allison Q.
The price is ¥15,347
¥78,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"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 ¥18,792
¥74,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5)
"Beautiful custom home, great location, quiet neighborhood, excellent communication with property manager. We will be back again sometime soon!"
United States
Debbie T.
The price is ¥17,852
¥100,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"From walking in it was already a cozy feeling coming in. Everything that was shown in the listing was correct and this place made the trip 100% better and overall a great stay "
United States
Adrian R.
The price is ¥20,201
¥32,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

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, (51)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is ¥21,141
¥45,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Great space for large group of people. Comfortable and walking distance to beach."
United States
Karen F.
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
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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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, 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?

Large Santa Cruz Beach Home. Walk to Ocean. Winter Special. Pets. 10% off. : 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 Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! and The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 268 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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, whereas Monterey Bay and 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.