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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation homes

Terrace/patio

1. 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.
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Exterior detail

2. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is AED 628
AED 1,128 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep
Sunny Private Bungalow
Interior

3. 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
The price is AED 808
AED 1,157 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Terrace/patio

4. 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.
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Exterior

5. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is AED 345
AED 1,463 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Interior

6. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is AED 448
AED 1,998 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Terrace/patio

7. Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great place, minutes from the beach and an overall great experience!"
United States
Damian M.
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Outdoor dining

8. 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 470
AED 1,854 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Exterior

9. 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)
"Location was just down the street from beach "
United States
Tinker B.
The price is AED 613
AED 2,338 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
TV, DVD player

10. Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk

Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Great little beach bungalow. Clean and close to everything!"
United States
Paul R.
The price is AED 716
AED 1,850 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
Game room

11. 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 661
AED 2,206 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

12. Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
The price is AED 455
AED 1,859 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Dining

13. Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Great stay! We even extended a night! "
United States
Nicole G.
The price is AED 624
AED 2,231 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Property grounds

14. 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 711
AED 909 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

15. Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location! We parked the car out front when we arrived and didn't need to use it again until we left. House is clean and bright. The mattress was firmer than we prefer but it was fine and the sheets and comforter were clean and comfy. Would recommend!"
United States
Jeffrey S.
The price is AED 375
AED 1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
TV, fireplace

16. 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)
"Wonderful place great service "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 606
AED 2,168 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Terrace/patio

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 661
AED 2,882 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets

18. Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated home with cool vibe. Great location. Perfection!"
United States
Heidi T.
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Dining

19. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"It was a beautiful house and had everything we needed."
United States
Ken B.
The price is AED 500
AED 2,320 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Property grounds

20. Charming 3 Bedroom Home

Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"The house was amazing and so relaxing for our couples retreat-thank you for opening up your home."
United States
Barbara C.
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

8/10 Good
"I took away one star because the walls were thin. We could here people walking above use all night, other rooms showers running, and the people across from us were very loud. We had to call security to hush them up so that we could sleep, they cane very fast and resolved the issue. Only thing I would suggest is sound proofing the rooms and it would be a five star review."
shanitha 1-night trip
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG