
Beachfront holiday rental in Santa Cruz
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Explore 80 holiday rentals in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz holiday rentals start at $57 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
60 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

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30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
80 of Santa Cruz holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Santa Cruz rentals

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Santa Cruz stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated beachfront accommodation in Santa Cruz
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Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.
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🍀Escape - Brand New Modern Chic Coastal Retreat🍀
Start the day snuggled up with an incredible, 180-degree unobstructed ocean view from the deck with coffee from the in-home coffee station. Take a dip in the pool overlooking the shoreline or grab some boogie boards for a day on the beach. Featured on the design website Houzz, this clean, breezy, modern seaside sanctuary features homey hardwood floors, smooth quartz counters and open floor plan living. Come relax with amazing beds + soft linens, a gourmet kitchen, and the charm of beach living.
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Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is customized to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. This newly designed three bedroom home has a well equipped kitchen and outdoor seating, game, and BBQ areas. There are stunning ocean and agricultural views from every room. Close to California's popular food and travel regions.
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Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort
The newly remodeled unit offers a beautiful fireplace, hardwood flooring, a new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bathrooms, stairs, a laundry system, and more. Beautiful villa just a 10-15 min walk to the beach. Bring your family and friends to enjoy this quaint place with an expensive ocean view and the best view of the resort. Live spaciously in 2 luxurious master suites upstairs and an open concept living room and kitchen downstairs. It will surely be an unforgettable experience!
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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!
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Either Way Hideaway
Relax and enjoy riverside views in our tranquil Santa Cruz Mountains guesthouse. Cozy by our fire pits, take a dip in a private hot tub and enjoy the sounds of the river flow by. Hike Big Basin, Castle Rock and Henry Cowell State Parks. Close to historic downtown Boulder Creek and the Santa Cruz boardwalk, it’s the perfect base for exploring Santa Cruz county. Immerse yourself in of nature while staying connected and comfortable. Either way, you’ll enjoy your stay! SCC Permit #251382
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The Cottage Getaway by the Sea
The Cottage Getaway by the Sea is a single level one bedroom stand alone cottage on a cliff over Rio Del Mar Beach w/ 180 degree WOW views of the Monterey Bay. Seasonally enjoy dolphins, whales, & great sunsets! Located in a peaceful neighborhood, this is a perfect place for a quiet romantic getaway or just to read, relax, & enjoy. We are one of the few airbnbs with a California King Bed! Pricing is per night for one; 2nd person +$25 per nite PERMITTED vacation rental #181420
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2bed OceanFront condo w/Pools+HotTub
Enjoy the comforts of a beach condo with the features of a luxury resort style retreat. This 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom Villa has two balconies with incredible Ocean Views. Modern kitchen, and beach themed decor make this condo a vacation retreat you cannot miss. Plus 3 pools, heated year round! Located on 17-miles of secluded beachfront in Aptos California, south of Santa Cruz. Treat yourself to exquisite fine dining at the Sanderlings Restaurant, beach pathways and more!
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Charming Beachfront Cottage
Oceanfront Beach House with views from every room! Steps from the beach. Gorgeous sunsets on the spacious deck with views of Santa Cruz coastline. Close to wine tasting, vineyards and breweries. Prime location, Rio-del-Mar beach, walking distance to coffee shop, restaurants, store and State Park. Perfect for a Romantic get away or family vacation! No more than 6 guests. Includes Outdoor shower, Boogie boards (2), sand toys, Beach chairs Beach towels, Wetsuit
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Beach View Cottage - Hot Tub
Gorgeous, newly remodeled, home with amazing views of the ocean, beach, and lagoon. Hot tub, bikes, surfboards, kayak. Everything you could possibly want for a Santa Cruz trip in a spectacular setting VR PERMIT # 191354 Just 200 yards from the beach, this tranquil beach view cottage is your perfect beachside escape. Located on a quiet, private street in Pleasure Point, this charming and newly updated two-story home offers stunning ocean views.
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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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Seascape Beach Resort condo with ocean view
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Monterey Bay from our newly remodeled, Seascape Beach Resort Condo located in Aptos. It is a single level unit with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a new fireplace, a balcony with white water, ocean views, a fully stocked coffee bar, new mattresses and updated furniture. You will have access to the North Bluff pool and North Bluff jacuzzi, the on-site restaurant / bar and easy beach access.
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Pet-friendly beachfront home rentals

Seascape Oceanview Luxury 2B w/theater walk2beach
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Twin Lakes Surf House
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Beach Front Family Getaway in Aptos 327
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Oceanfront La Selva Beach Retreat + Panoramic View
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Breathtaking Beach Front House - Steps to the Sand
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Beachfront home rentals with a pool

28 Sec Walk to Beach with Private steam shower
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Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub
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Blue Diamond Oceanfront 3bed/3bath-sleeps 7
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Seascape OceanView Condo - Heated pool and Jacuzzi
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500 Feet from Beach: 2BR with Resort Amenities
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Oceanview Villa w/ 2 Decks, ONE Pool & Fireplace
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*Official Resort Listing* Partial View 2 BDR Villa
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Premium Villa - Ocean View -Heated Pools -Seascape
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Private beachfront home rentals

One of a kind full River and Ocean view!
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Artsy&Private UNIT C
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Oceanfront Views - Steps to the Beach
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2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View
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South Bluff Beauty • Ocean Views Galore 2 Bedroom
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7 Pelican Point Oceanfront Views & Beach Access!
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Escape to Seascape
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Gorgeous Ocean View 1 Bedroom Monterey Bay Condo
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When is the best time to visit Santa Cruz?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $715 AUD | $636 AUD | $643 AUD | $585 AUD | $715 AUD | $758 AUD | $715 AUD | $716 AUD | $633 AUD | $685 AUD | $715 AUD | $715 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 10°C | 12°C | 13°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 20°C | 20°C | 20°C | 18°C | 13°C | 10°C |
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