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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. 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 650
AED 1,157 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sunny Private Bungalow

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

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is AED 239
AED 1,303 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

4. 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 1,289
AED 3,320 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

5. 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.
The price is AED 804
AED 2,626 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

6. 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.
The price is AED 643
AED 2,157 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

7. 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 360
AED 1,252 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

8. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is AED 378
AED 1,514 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Redwood Home - view of the river!

9. 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 898 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

10. 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 566
AED 2,130 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

11. 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 367
AED 1,699 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

12. 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.
The price is AED 393
AED 2,086 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Charming 3 Bedroom Home

13. 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, (14 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
The price is AED 360
AED 1,721 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

14. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is AED 489
AED 2,250 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

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

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay in Capitola. The house was beautiful in the parking was convenient."
United States
Daniel G.
The price is AED 400
AED 1,930 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

16. 1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach
Capitola
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Incredible location with comfortable accommodations! Parking in the garage was key! So close to the beach and a wealth of shops and restaurants!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 672
AED 1,840 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

17. 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 665
AED 2,107 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

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!

19. Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Super cute, great location. Would come back anytime."
United States
Kristyn W.
Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

20. 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 422
AED 1,918 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
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