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Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

Boardwalk Oasis-HotTub-Bikes- Surfbrds, 1blk beach
Adorable beach cottage 1.5 Blocks to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Main Beach! In a fantastic spot for beach time, Boarkwalk fun, and exploring downtown Santa Cruz. Take the 4 beach cruiser bikes along West Cliff Drive, surf at Steamer Lane with the 2 surfboards we provide, and come back to soak in the hot tub. We also have a 2 person sea kayak for you, stored at the harbor ready to launch! **Are you getting a message from Airbnb blocking you from booking? Message us we can fix it for you**

Capitola Village Wind + Sea Home
Our beautifully renovated 2 bedroom (Both upstairs) and 2 full bathrooms (One on the ground floor and one on the upper floor) along with a ground floor plush queen sleeper sofa and ground floor great room with dining for 7 plus a bar table separating the kitchen from the living room is in the perfect location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, or a nice walk along the river. We are right in the Capitola Village. We hope you enjoy your stay. If you have questions, we respond promptly.

Cozy garden westside king suite STR18-0122
This cool and comfortable private space is a great spot to stay while visiting Santa Cruz. Close to everything yet private with its own private entrance and in a quiet setting with an outdoor sitting area. The neighborhood is old Santa Cruz and close to everything. Don’t forget the comfortable king bed! The best deal in Santa cruz! IMPORTANT NOTE: I am required to collect the city mandated short term rental tax in cash when you arrive because the city of Santa Cruz . Please have it ready.

Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Boardwalk/Beach
Escape to Beach Hill Hideaway, a light-filled, 2,000 sq ft 3 bedroom/2 bath coastal home in Santa Cruz. Perfect for families and friends, this stylish retreat comfortably fits your group and is just steps from the Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, and downtown. Enjoy a fully-equipped kitchen, free on-site parking, EV charger, air conditioning, outdoor shower, BBQ and fire pit, TV with Roku, piano, books/games, yoga mats, and dedicated workspace. Walk everywhere from this prime location!

Harbor cottage close to the Beach and Boardwalk
*10% off PROMOTION* There are 4 hidden jokes in this listing. After each punch line there is a symbol. Message me with the 4 symbols for a discount. I love a good short joke. This one of kind cottage is said to be on the smallest lot in Santa Cruz and just 2 blocks away from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and beautiful Twin Lakes Beach. There are many delicious restaurants, a beautiful walking path and easy access to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. All within your reach.

Vintage Charm Close to Downtown and Beaches
This beautifully & recently renovated studio with separate entry and private bathroom is in the middle of everything Santa Cruz has to offer: downtown, beaches, boardwalk, West Cliff Drive, bike paths, etc. are an easy walk or bike-ride. The studio is also a quiet area for remote work. We are pleased to host you and help make your experience great. You may also access the common-space gardens and hot tub in the spa-like back yard (upon request).

Sunny Seabright Beach House
Sunny beach house located in Midtown, Santa Cruz. Amazing location with a five minute walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Just a few blocks from Seabright Beach, the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and some of the best local restaurants and breweries in town. The home boasts a well-furnished rooftop deck, a beautiful open floor plan, and a fully equipped kitchen. This house is cozy, bright, and inviting. You will surely love your stay here!

Wave House by the Beach for Two!
PLEASE READ ALL DETAILS: Spacious house with a loft bedroom, bathroom with shower/bathtub, skylights, full kitchen, large living room and dining area. Lots of light. Two decks, yard, driveway and garage for parking. Only a 0.3 mile walk to the beach and boardwalk. A 0.4 mile walk to the wharf. And a 0.7 mile walk to downtown. Lots of outdoor activities in the area! Unfortunately the house is not suitable for children under 10.

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Located in the heart of Santa Cruz. Just a 10 minute walk along a beautiful path to the Main Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Also only 10 minutes walking to the downtown shopping district and local eateries. This is the ideal location if you want to be close to the action and all the town has to offer. The home is new construction and designed to highlight the uniqueness of the area with bright fun colors and artwork.

La Casita del Mar (The Seaside Cottage) at Twin Lakes Beach
Cozy beach cottage located 3 blocks from Twin Lakes Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor! (Permit 211376) Coffee shops and eateries are just around the corner with easy access to the Boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz. Highly desirable parking on premises. An outdoor dining area is in back with a quaint sitting area in the front. Come and experience the Santa Cruz life in this adorable home!

Sea Otter Cottage in Santa Cruz!
This quaint cottage, just a block and a half from the beach, was built in the early 1900's yet lovingly updated to maintain Old World Charm. Take a short stroll to the beach, quaint restaurants, shopping or the harbor. Enjoy provided paddle boards, cruiser bikes & boogie boards or have a bonfire in the backyard before ending your day with a relaxing soak in the hot tub!
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