
Holiday rentals with beach access near Santa Cruz Beach
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Top-rated beach access rentals near Santa Cruz Beach
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Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Permit 171035 Featured by Sunset Magazine as a “chic escape,” this Peaceful Treehouse-style retreat blends mid-century design with natural materials like wood and stone for a calming, sanctuary feel. Light pours through floor-to-ceiling windows beneath soaring wooden beams, and Japanese-inspired doors add to the architectural charm. Set high in the trees with ocean views, the home offers three elevated decks including one with a hammock. Perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding canopy.

Full Ocean View Cottage!HotTub+Bikes+Srfbrds+Kayak
Our cute beach home offers the best Santa Cruz location! First house in from the ocean, with fantastic ocean views. Watch whales passing by from the deck, ride the bikes down beautiful west cliff drive to the Boardwalk and Wharf down the street, take the surfboards out to Steamer Lane, launch the 2 person sea kayak from the harbor (already there, ready to launch), and come back to soak in the hot tub. **Are you getting a message from Airbnb blocking you from booking? Message us we can fix it**

Relax + Unwind in Brand New 2BD Modern Bch Retreat
Sea breezes and unobstructed 180-degree ocean views greet you from the private deck of RdM Lookout, a brand-new beach property with a bright open, mid-century modern beach design complete with a cozy fireplace hardwood floors, and quartz counters. A comfortable, chic space, guests tell us they love the amazing beds, soft linens, fluffy towels, and our gourmet kitchen with a stocked coffee bar with to-go cups for long beach walks. Come home to a relaxing, beach vacation in a charming beach town.

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.

Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
Permit# 231467 Incredible modern home just steps from the best beach in all of Santa Cruz! Ocean and sand views, listen to the waves as you sleep on designer beds, cook in the chefs kitchen, and soak in the hot tub. Perfect central location, less than 5 minutes to boardwalk and downtown. 5 minutes to colorful Capitola village. 9 minutes to UC Santa Cruz Campus. 4 Electric bikes, 4 surfboards, and a kayak to take out and play in the waves! Plus the beach is right out front to enjoy!

Luxurious 24’ Yurt in beautiful half acre garden
Nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains just 4 miles from the beach, 5 miles to Davenport and 9 miles from Santa Cruz (12 minutes by car) sits a magical Yurt situated in a beautiful private fenced half acre garden in Bonny Doon. Experience all that Santa Cruz has to offer then get away from the noise, traffic and bustle of the city and relax in this quiet and peaceful place situated above the fog line. Guaranteed to meet and likely exceed your expectations Dog, Child, and 420 friendly.

Sunny, modern/contemporary one-bedroom.
Sunny, modern/contemporary one-bedroom in a duplex on a quiet street. Walk to the yacht harbor, Seabright beach, brewery, coffee & restaurants. Newly remodeled; beautifully furnished; fully stocked gourmet kitchen; tiled bathroom; hardwood floors; WiFi, cable. No pets. Easy street parking. Note: The Transient Occupancy tax for rentals less than 30 days in Santa Cruz is 14%. This additional charge will be added to your total due, upon acceptance of your booking request.

Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access
Escape from the outside world to this one of a kind ROMANTIC Sculpture House. Enjoy its unique design, white rounded walls, sitting nooks, gas dome fireplace, and beautiful tranquil gardens. Sit back and relax in the rounded sunken bathtub perfect for two. This is the perfect romantic getaway and just one block away from private beach access. Named one of the most stunning Airbnb's in Santa Cruz. Enjoy more fun with zero extra Airbnb fees—we've got you covered!

Sunlit Surf Guest House | 2BR | Downtown + Beach
Sunlit Surf Guest House - 2 Bedroom/1 bathroom Located downtown Santa Cruz 1/2 mile walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! *Family Friendly* *No Parties* *Non-smoking/Vaping Property* *Shared Driveway Parking with proper planning and communication. Parking Pass for Neighborhood is also included. We offer competitive rates for couples, families and groups. We pay the 14% transient tax which is included in your room rate.

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.

Beachfront California Coast Airstream_Luxury (NEW)
This spectacular location comes fully equipped with the 'top of the line' 28 foot' Airstream, (Big Sur & Tommy Bahama class limited edition) with horizontal flip rear tail door for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Overlooking a stunning beach, perched high on a cliff this one of a kind experience boasts breathtaking views of the California coastline and Pacific Ocean to create an unforgettable magical experience of a lifetime.
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