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Beach Oasis in Downtown Santa Cruz
Welcome to your beach oasis, nestled discretely in Santa Cruz downtown. This recently reimagined Victorian has a private lush deck and a backyard with a hot tub for you to relax after a day of surfing or hiking. The thoughtfully landscaped exterior complements the artistic spaces within making the home perfect for a romantic gateway or an intimate retreat. This architectural treasure is walking distance to the beach, the Wharf and the Boardwalk. Steps away are the shops, restaurants, and bars.

Adorable Capitola/Pleasure Pt Beach House
Awesome location, just steps to Pleasure Point, the famous "Hook" surf spot, Privates Beach & the vibrant 41st Ave eateries & breweries, surf shops & eclectic shopping district or a short 15 min walk to Capitola Village. Stroll/ cruise (4 bikes provided) along the cliff, grab a beach chair & towel & hit the beach or just relax in the backyard oasis. Nearby is golf, wineries, Big Trees State Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Home is not child proofed so use caution booking for kiddos under 2

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!

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!

Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point
Just steps away from the breathtaking Santa Cruz coast lies Bungalow318. This 1940's bungalow has been meticulously renovated and is ready for your relaxing retreat, romantic getaway, surfing adventure or family vacation. Relax in the open concept family room, enjoy a day at the beach or surfing world-class surf breaks, lounge in the hot tub and spend a cozy evening on the patio lounge in front of a warm fire. The ways to enjoy this special property are endless!

Tropical Seabright Beach and Boardwalk Getaway
Come soak up the sun and positive vibes of Santa Cruz in our private, adorable, tropical two-bedroom retreat. Enjoy all the comforts of home in a prime location, within easy walking distance to the beach, the Boardwalk, the yacht harbor, and delicious local eateries. The cottage is thoughtfully stocked with beach extras to make your stay effortless and fun. The perfect home base for couples, friends, and families looking to enjoy the best of Santa Cruz!

Mount Hermon Creekside Cottage
Have fun with the whole family at this adorable cottage nestled in the redwoods. (Permit Number 231151) Views of the creek and only steps to the conference center at Mount Hermon, less than 1/2 mile to the famous redwood forest of Henry Cowell; this home is perfect to stay in and relax or to go explore and use as a homebase. Newly remodeled kitchen, with everything you would need to host a dinner party, kids games, books, TV and so much more.

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.

8 Palms
Clean and Comfortable 2 bedroom 2 bath Ranch Style House in a Great Central Location!!! Close to Downtown, The Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, The Santa Cruz Wharf, Seabright Beach, The Boat Harbor, The Crows Nest, Seabright Social, The Buttery, Lillians Italian Restaurant, The Crepe Place, Shoppers Corner, Whole Foods. Basically there are a bunch of great amenities very close.

Pleasure Point Beach House!
PET FRIENDLY/NO CLEANING FEES/EV CHARGER Come and enjoy Pleasure Point! The Point offers world class surfing and the best neighborhood in all of Santa Cruz. Wake to the sound of surf and leave your cares at home. The Pleasure Point Beach House is a place to enjoy and relax. TOT # AB00034 License #211.113
Popular amenities for Santa Cruz house rentals
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Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub

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4 bed HotTub Firepit blks to beach Best Location!

Luxury Beach House - Game Room & Hot Tub
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $471 AUD | $476 AUD | $467 AUD | $499 AUD | $499 AUD | $583 AUD | $625 AUD | $599 AUD | $515 AUD | $492 AUD | $534 AUD | $536 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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Family-friendly holiday rentals
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340 properties have a dedicated workspace

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770 of Santa Cruz holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Santa Cruz stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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