
Waterfront holiday rentals 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.

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

Victorian Cottage in the Redwoods
Historic Landmark 1899 Queen Anne Victorian Cottage near downtown Boulder Creek , Ca. Walking distance to bus, downtown restaurants, Wild Roots Market, hiking trails, San Lorenzo River. Recently remodeled Entire house, no shared indoor spaces. 1 Bdrm 1 Bath with shower and bathtub Full kitchen Vitamix Organic Coffee Nearby Restaurants Beaches Mountain Biking Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow Gauge Railroad Santa Cruz Boardwalk Wild Roots Market Permit#221202

Brand New Luxury Home - Steps from Capitola Beach!
Brand new luxury home in the heart of Capitola Village, just a 2 minute walk to Capitola beach and downtown, home to some of the most charming restaurants, bars and shops! This features high-end appliances and designer touches throughout. Best of all, this house comes with a 3 car garage!! All rooms comes with a desk and chair, and strong Wifi! Come relax with your friends and family in this stunning modern beach house just steps away from the beach! Ask me about longer term rentals rate

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.

Custom Cabin Retreat in the Redwoods
This retreat offers guests a unique experience of living in a well designed, minimalist space while having all one really needs. From the nautically-inspired curved ceiling w/ skylights to the custom redwood trim, this cozy retreat will inspire. Relax on the private deck with the fire pit, walk to the river or enjoy the local trails thru the towering redwoods. Santa Cruz beaches are just 35 min away, 25 min to Big Basin and Henry Cowell, and 35 min to fine dining in Saratoga.

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape
Relax at this beautiful, peaceful place to stay with an amazing ocean view! This 1 bedroom condo at Seascape Resort is the perfect getaway if you're looking to go to the beach, check out amazing restaurants, enjoy the boardwalk, or hit up nearby beach towns shops. This condo has been updated and is prepared spotless each time. Seascape Resort is located nicely at the center of Monterey Bay making it easy to visit Santa Cruz, Capitola, Monterey, Carmel and more!

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.

Seascape Oceanf 1 bdr suite hottub Aptos SantaCruz
Treat yourself to this rare ocean front resort with ocean front as well as the beach views from the balcony and from your dining area inside of the unit. One bedroom suite 620 sf. Heated pool, jacuzzi, parking, on site Restaurant, fire places, etc. Unwind and relax to the sound of the ocean waves. Indulge and pamper yourself in luxury and serenity. Parking lot has complimentary EV charging. Front desk at lobby.

Guest House in the Woods
Our guest house is located close to La Honda and Woodside in the North Santa Cruz Mountains. Located in the Redwood forest and looks down onto a beautiful creek from a lovely deck. There are many open space hiking and biking trails within a short drive, and the beach. 5 miles from Alice's Resturant. San Francisco and Santa Cruz are easily accessible. The house has vaulted ceilings and a full kitchen, and laundry.

Your Coastal Sanctuary - Far from the Craziness
A calming oceanfront condo at Pajaro Dunes on Monterey Bay, perfect for couples, families, and coastal getaways. Enjoy beach access, ocean views, and a peaceful California coast escape. Your personal retreat on Monterey Bay made for slow mornings, barefoot beach walks, and quiet moments that linger. Unplug, unwind, and rediscover the joy of simple pleasures in a space designed for calm, comfort, and connection.

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View
Steps away from miles of beautiful, unspoiled beaches, this 2 bedroom beach front condo is located in the highly desirable, gated Shorebirds community at Pajaro Dunes. Either enjoying the picture-perfect sunset, taking long walks on the beach, surfing, fishing, or building sand castles, you are sure to capture memorable, relaxing vacations in our comfortable, charming fully furnished condo.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $660 AUD | $589 AUD | $610 AUD | $643 AUD | $685 AUD | $777 AUD | $833 AUD | $797 AUD | $660 AUD | $706 AUD | $744 AUD | $740 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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Santa Cruz holiday rentals start at $71 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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70 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
60 properties have a dedicated workspace

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90 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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