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1. Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Santa Cruz with walking accessibility"
United States
Carl
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

2. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
The price is AED 323
AED 1,213 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

3. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
Sunny Private Bungalow

4. Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing stay - thank you and we look forward to staying again "
United States
Brandi P.
The price is AED 1,054
AED 3,080 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

5. 'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is AED 283
AED 1,356 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

6. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

7. Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

8. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
Redwood Home - view of the river!

9. 3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Great weekend stay, close to harbor and twin lakes."
United States
Britt T.
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

10. 3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is AED 496
AED 1,914 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

11. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
The price is AED 444
AED 1,846 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

12. 1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Jen W.
The price is AED 349
AED 1,638 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

13. 2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The home was immaculate and had great resources in the kitchen. "
United States
Kim N.
The price is AED 404
AED 1,763 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

14. Charming 3 Bedroom Home

Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean house"
United States
james h.
The price is AED 441
AED 2,130 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Charming 3 Bedroom Home

15. New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Nice place and location overall. "
United States
Lawrence S.
The price is AED 452
AED 1,923 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

16. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is AED 628
AED 2,443 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

17. Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"My daughter was set on having a bonfire birthday celebration and this place was perfect for our Family’s stay afterward! Twin lakes is 5 minutes walking distance and that made things simple and convenient for us."
United States
Guiuliana R.
The price is AED 885
AED 3,184 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12

18. Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Peaceful setting, attentive and lovely hosts. Absolutely perfect setting for our company leadership retreat. Thank you!"
United States
Anthony H.
The price is AED 485
AED 1,804 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

19. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is AED 727
AED 906 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

20. 3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a great location and such a cute property. There were a couple small things we needed and the host/management was super helpful and communicative. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tara R.
The price is AED 668
AED 2,421 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
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