
House holiday rentals in Santa Cruz
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Explore 20 holiday rentals in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz holiday rentals start at $56 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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

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

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Santa Cruz rentals

4.7 Average rating
Santa Cruz stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated house rentals in Santa Cruz
Guests agree: These houses are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Casa Mar, 20 minutes from Tamarindo
Casa Mar 🌊 In the middle of the Costa Rican jungle, wake up with monkeys, birds, nature and a good coffee ☕ surrounded by wildlife from your home 🏖️ Tamarindo - 15 min, Avellanas - 20 min and Conchal - 30 min ❄️ A/C in bedrooms and main living room 🏊 Shared swimming pool with only 1 house on the property · ample privacy 🛒 Supermarkets, pharmacies, and restaurants 15 minutes away ✨ This house is perfect for you if you want to escape the noise of the city and relax in nature near the beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
The jungle Luxury -Secure -Villa cimatella l
The peacefulness of this place is the best you can have. It makes the travel definitely worth it. The wild life of monkeys and eagles flying make the landscape picture. In the heart of Costa Rica’s nature with only 10min from the tamarindo beach, 15min from avellanas ,Conchal beaches and 2 golfs (18 holes) located on the Pacific north coast . This fully furnished house for 5 peoples max daily cleaning,laundry service included,and pool caretaking. All in a private and secure area 24h/24
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews
Casa Gungun - Villa Isabela
Casa Gungun is located at Villa Isabela, a 15.000 square meter ocean view property facing the pacific ocean at Playa Negra, Guanacaste. This 1 bedroom house has a spacious bathroom with a bathtub with a view. You can find everything you need to prepare a nice meal at our kitchen- living area, and after a surf session, hiking or mtb ride, you can chill at our jacuzzi appreciating the panoramic view. The house has a nice sofa with a 50"tv for a movie night. House for 2 people.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews
Don Jacinto Lodge, nature and security.
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place that offers a space full of nature and comfort. Don Jacinto Lodge puts this house at your disposal, just 35 minutes away from the best beaches in Guanacaste such as Tamarindo, Junquillal and Avellanas. Just 8 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, Costa Rica's folkloric city, a place full of tradition and culture, close to magnificent National Parks, Rivers and Waterfalls. With the best security, amenities, green areas and parking.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
Ocean View Jungle Villa w/ Private Pool
Casa Piñuela is a private villa with ocean views, a wraparound deck, and a pool located 20 minutes from Tamarindo and Avellanas beaches. This charming home has a king-size bed, cozy living room, fully equipped kitchen, designated workspace, and a beautiful outdoor shower with a bathtub. Designed for comfort and privacy, it’s perfect for couples or digital nomads. Thoughtful touches include 100% cotton linens, stainless-steel cookware, and non-toxic bath and cleaning products.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews
Wind Residence, Location, Family & Teleworking
✨ Strategic location in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste 📍 💎 35 min 🚗 from Tamarindo beach and 45 min from Avellanas beach 🏖️, Flamingo approx. 1 hour. Close to supermarkets, pharmacies and restaurants, fully paved entrance to the property and with an electric gate for your convenience. 💻 Teleworking: High-speed Wi-Fi guaranteed for video calls. 🏠 Space: Versatile, comfortable and perfect for families or professionals. Comfort and convenience in one place!
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews
Casa A.D Luxury beach house
Immerse yourself in nature, enjoy an infinity pool, or relax under the canopy of trees in a floating hammock. Located in Marbella, Guanacaste and minutes from the beaches; Casa AD will allow you to enjoy the wonders of Costa Rica. Opening the sliding doors integrates the social area with a large terrace, a floating deck and the dry tropical forest, transforming it into the perfect place to share and rest. Relax in a gated and secure residential complex.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Plumeria Guest House
Beautiful 3 bedroom guest house within a gated development of Hacienda Pinilla and located in the exclusive beachfront private community of Avellanas,just steps from Avellanas beach.Quiet,calm and only 15 minutes from Tamarindo beach town. Plumeria Guest house is a two level,three bedroom home with full A/C uniquely designed to feel submerged in nature while being only 60 feet from the beach and close distance to surf breaks, Lola’s and Beachclub
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews
Villa Colonial-Nicoya Centre
Villa Colonial is located in Nicoya, in the world-renowned Blue Zone, in a central location surrounded by nature, ideal for both relaxing and working from home. Just 2 kilometres from La Anexión Hospital and 3 kilometres from the centre of Nicoya, with easy access to supermarkets, restaurants and services. We are also 600 metres from Amara Plaza, where you will find options such as KFC, McDonald's, Burger King and the renowned Nativo café.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Casa Coroico - Infinity Pool + BBQ + Sunset Views
This unique 4-bedroom home near Playa Avellanas sleeps up to 16 guests. Each room is a private suite with a king bed & sofa bed, separated from the kitchen by an open hallway. Enjoy a private infinity pool with stunning mountain and ocean views. The kitchen includes two full-size refrigerators, perfect for group stays. Just 15 minutes from the beach and 30 minutes to Tamarindo. IMPORTANT to select total guest count to view final price.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews
Luxury villa with world class ocean view and pool
Mediterranean style home with a modern motif nestled near a German castle on top of a mountain a thousand feet above the ocean. There is no better view in the area. Come and stay in a beautiful spacious home in paradise with monkeys and wild animals that visit the property. If you decide to leave the comfort of the pool and the amazing view it's only a ten minute drive to the beach.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
Casa Nangu - Cozy house in Pinilla
Discover Casa Nangu in Pinilla, Guanacaste! With a privileged location just 10 minute drive from Playa Avellanas and close to other renowned beaches, our cozy space offers everything you need for a perfect vacation. From comfortable bedrooms with nature views, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor BBQ, to a private pool.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviewsPopular amenities for Santa Cruz house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Casa Encanto | Private Pool | Near Beaches
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
House+WiFi+Pool+TV+Laundry+Parking at @Guanacaste
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
Ocean view with private pool house: Isabela #6
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 335 reviews
Ixchel
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews
Discover 506 | Modern Tropical Oasis in Guanacaste
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Design Casa | Private Pool · Marbella Beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
Casa Nara is just 20 minutes away from Samara beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
Pluma Verde: house with private pool in Tamarindo.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsWeekly house rentals

Villa Langosta, Hidden Paradise
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews
Cozy Terrace House
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews
House in Guanacaste with Private Pool near Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Unique 5 minutes from Playa Conchal
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews
Beachfront Oasis Overlooking Callejones Beach
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Chic Coastal Villa • Walk to Beach • Prime Spot
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews
Casa Mélamar | private.jungle beach refuge.pool
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Firefly Yoga Forest Haven
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsPrivate house rentals

4BR Tropical Retreat • Pool • Beach • Golf Cart
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews
Little Gatico - Sunset lover
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Casa Oasis Surfside, 4Bdr, 3.5Ba, Pool, near beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
Luxury Villa • Infinity & Suspended Pools
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
Beautiful 2-bedroom home in Santa Cruz
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews
Casa Kaia with Private Pool and 1.8km to beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
Casita Potrero
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviews
Modern Jungle Oasis Minutes From Tamarindo Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Playa Conchal
- Playa Grande
- Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica
- Playa Panama
- Ponderosa Adventure Park
- Parque Nacional Rincón de La Vieja
- Brasilito Beach
- Playa Negra
- Playa Ventanas
- Playa Real
- Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
- Palo Verde National Park
- Flamingo
- Playa Lagarto
- Playa Hermosa
- Cerro Pelado
- Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club Dining
- Playa Tamarindo
- Barra Honda National Park
- Santa Rosa National Park
- Playa Nacascolito
- Playa Potrero
- Las Baulas National Marine Park





