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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation homes

Interior

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
The price is AED 496
AED 768 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Beach nearby

2. 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.
The price is AED 525
AED 2,176 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
TV, offices

3. 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 408
AED 1,338 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

4. 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 657
AED 2,358 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Exterior detail

5. 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 621
AED 1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Sunny Private Bungalow
TV

6. 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 547
AED 2,366 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

7. '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 239
AED 1,262 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets

8. 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 577
AED 2,303 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Outdoor dining

9. 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 1,706 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Lobby

10. Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated home with cool vibe. Great location. Perfection!"
United States
Heidi T.
The price is AED 606
AED 2,116 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

11. 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 404
AED 1,316 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Property grounds

12. 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 316
AED 1,421 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Redwood Home - view of the river!
TV, fireplace

13. 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.
The price is AED 577
AED 2,163 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

14. 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 632
AED 2,844 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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 668
AED 2,405 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Terrace/patio

16. 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 411
AED 1,727 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
TV, DVD player

17. Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk

Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Great little beach bungalow. Clean and close to everything!"
United States
Paul R.
The price is AED 830
AED 1,999 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

18. 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.
The price is AED 900
AED 1,660 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
Property grounds

19. 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 477
AED 1,767 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Dining

20. 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 584
AED 2,014 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

8/10 Good
"If you're not a Hilton Honors member with standing, you will be charged for in/out parking, as well as Wi-fi."
Phillip 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley