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Aug 21 - Aug 23

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, (499 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is ￥18,029
￥22,638 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Fern River Resort
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, highchair

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is ￥30,442
￥46,160 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Bella Notte
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is ￥23,907
￥71,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Capitola Village Hideaway
Beach nearby

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Floor and counter tops were dirty. Everything else was perfect"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥13,547
￥50,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
TV, fireplace

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great house. Great neighborhood "
United States
Sam C.
The price is ￥41,439
￥95,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Interior

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"This is the second time we’ve stayed here and will continue to next time we are in Aptos. Beautiful home that provides everything we need. Short walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. "
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥29,167
￥93,920 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
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, (23 reviews)
"Location was amazing the home was clean safe and easy enjoyed the stay "
United States
Robert L.
The price is ￥31,717
￥112,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Dining

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Just a nice, quiet, and peaceful."
United States
Gary D.
The price is ￥20,401
￥88,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Dining

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Really lovely apartment felt like home for the couple days we stayed in it. Furnishings were very nice and the house is fully stocked with all the things you need. The location was great and we were able to walk to all of our destinations. Will definitely recommend this place to friends. "
United States
Patty C.
The price is ￥22,313
￥67,564 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"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 ￥32,354
￥122,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
TV, fireplace, offices

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Adorably furnished and had everything we needed in the kitchen. "
United States
Catherine P.
The price is ￥21,516
￥83,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Property grounds

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"The view is amazing from the inside and from the patio. The condo was very clean and kitchen had everything that was needed to cook. Beach is 5 min walk. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
carmina
The price is ￥21,038
￥71,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Property grounds

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Nice large well equipped kitchen. The game room was great."
United States
Tami C.
The price is ￥47,814
￥155,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
TV, offices

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Had a great weekend here with a small group of friends for a 40th birthday! We surfed and chilled. Walking distance to Pleasure Point, which was a major selling point for us. "
United States
Levi O.
The price is ￥38,889
￥122,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home
TV, fireplace, books, stereo

4 Bedroom Luxury in Capitola Village w/ parking!

4 Bedroom Luxury in Capitola Village w/ parking!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"A nicely appointed property. Excellent location for the beach and town center "
United States
Mark S.
The price is ￥29,485
￥113,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
4 Bedroom Luxury in Capitola Village w/ parking!
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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, (56 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is ￥23,907
￥49,934 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
The price is ￥19,365
￥25,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Outdoor dining

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great place especially if you are headed to Santa Cruz to ride mountain bikes, minutes from all the good stuff at UCSC and empire grade. Real nice place, would love to own a house in this neighborhood. "
United States
nic m.
The price is ￥15,938
￥72,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Dining

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"A great property! Very clean, right in the heart of Capitola, comfy bed. Check in was easy. "
United States
Bob S.
The price is ￥16,097
￥64,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Interior

Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!

Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Great location, clean and cozy. Would recommend. "
United States
Krista M.
The price is ￥32,195
￥88,491 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Easy parking"
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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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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 Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance and Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 270 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.