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Charming cottage in westside SC 2 blks from beach
Gingerbread-like cottage (600 square feet) was built from old growth redwood in 1922. Since remodeled with all the amenities. A private sanctuary, set back and hidden from street. Two block walk to ocean along tree-lined path in a quiet neighborhood on the west side. Serene and tranquil, lovely outdoor deck and garden. Half mile from selection of boutique wine tasting, breweries, and coffee roasters. We apologize for not being able to host children under 5 for safety reasons. 2 night minimum

Snug and Cozy between the Skyline and the Sea
Super private, peaceful, and quiet; an excellent place for the traveler who is excited about exploring the Santa Cruz mountains and coast. Completely private In-law unit with extras needed to make it cozy. Snuggled between Scotts Valley, Felton, and Santa Cruz it's near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 1440 Multiversity, and Mount Hermon Conference Center yet less than an hour from Silicon Valley. The Airbnb cleaning handbook is followed making this one of the cleanest places you’ll stay at!

Charming Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment
Our 1928 carriage house apartment is walking distance to the Boardwalk, beach, wharf, basketball stadium, and downtown. Cowells and Main Beaches, Steamers Lane, Boardwalk, wharf, and West Cliff Drive (path along the ocean) are all a quick 5 min walk from our house. The apartment is located in a private garden setting, away from the main street, behind our home. There is a separate dedicated garden space for you to use. We hope you will love this historical neighborhood as much as we do!

1929 Spanish Casita With Bicycles For Two
Enjoy a high-touch, yet private casita near UCSC. Curl up with a book in your red leather armchair in the beautiful living room featuring down, Restoration Hardware furnishings and a gas burning fireplace. In the evening, take a seat on your private patio beneath a leafy pergola and enjoy a glass of wine at this historic, Spanish-style casita. Some of the BEST bakeries, natural grocery stores, wine tasting, shopping, beaches and restaurants are all a short walk/bike ride or drive away xx

Sunlit Surf Studio | Downtown - Walk to Beach!
-Part of our Historical Farm-style Family Home- Sunlit Surf Studio - The space offers a private entrance, large room, bathroom and kitchenette set up. Attached to the main house, this private suite is all you need to work remotely or enjoy the beach and redwood forrest here in Santa Cruz CA! Parking permit for street parking is included. Located Downtown Santa Cruz, half-mile from the Beach Boardwalk, Main Beach, Wharf and West Cliff Drive. The city 14% TOT tax is included.

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!

Vintage Charm Close to Downtown and Beaches
This beautifully & recently renovated studio with separate entry and private bathroom is in the middle of everything Santa Cruz has to offer: downtown, beaches, boardwalk, West Cliff Drive, bike paths, etc. are an easy walk or bike-ride. The studio is also a quiet area for remote work. We are pleased to host you and help make your experience great. You may also access the common-space gardens and hot tub in the spa-like back yard (upon request).

Cozy Suite with a private entrance on the westside
STR18-0122 We are situated in the BEST area! We are a 20 minute walk to downtown and 20-25 minute walk to West Cliff Dr. We have many restaurants within walking distance: Mexican, Thai, Chinese, burger, Greek, falafel. IMPORTANT NOTE: I am required to collect the city mandated short term rental tax in cash when you arrive because the city of Santa Cruz does NOT allow Airbnb to collect it at booking. It is what is charged by hotels and motels.

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.

Modern Beach House/Short walk to beaches/Boardwalk
Spacious beach house within walking distance to Cowell's Beach, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Main Beach, Municipal Wharf, and downtown entertainments & restaurants. Taking a scenic walk down West Cliff is perfect for viewing the ocean cliffs, beautiful surroundings, and enjoying fresh coastal air!
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Santa Cruz Wharf
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Luxury Garden View - Relax and Unwind - Seascape

Royal Villa - Ocean View - Heated Pool - Seascape

Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

Modern Luxury 2BR/2FL Loft Overlooking Santana Row

Seaview Condo - 150 Steps to the beach!

Seascape Oceanf 1 bdr suite hottub Aptos SantaCruz

Welcome to Harbor House. Your Favorite Home at the Beach.

Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views
Family-friendly house rentals

Victorian Beach House Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Getaway

Tropical Seabright Beach and Boardwalk Getaway

Steps to Blacks Beach

Cozy Studio w/ Loft •Bamboo Yard •Fast WiFi•Secure

Beach Oasis in Downtown Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point Beach House!

The "Sea Pearl" at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Silicon Valley Studio Apartment

Stylish 1bed/1bath apartment in prime location

Modern, Clean, & Private in Silicon Valley

Downtown San Jose Cozy Studio Free Parking

Luxury stay near Oakridge Mall for vacation/work

New 1-Bedroom apartment in Beautiful Santa Cruz

1B1B Spacious Top Floor Business-Ready Apt 416

Spacious, Soaring Ceilings, Near Downtown MV, GOOG
Other great holiday rentals near Santa Cruz Wharf

Carriage House on West Cliff Drive 18-0090

BEACH Studio! Super close to Seabright Beach

Mini Guest Suite with Private Entrance

Sea Otter Cottage in Santa Cruz!

Sunny Cottage + Hot Tub near UCSC

Aloha Apartment w/Spa

Birdsong Studio by Beach-Jasmine Gardens

Relaxing Family Getaway in Sunny Seabright
Destinations to explore
- Stanford University
- Santa Cruz Beach
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Capitola Beach
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Carmel Beach
- SAP Center
- Seacliff State Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Montara Beach
- Levi's Stadium
- Winchester Mystery House
- California’S Great America
- Davenport Beach
- Carmel Beach
- Asilomar State Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Googleplex
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park




