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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation homes

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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
The price is AED 496
AED 753 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
TV, offices

2. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 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.
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Property grounds

3. 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 525
AED 1,962 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Property grounds

4. 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 375
AED 1,505 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Redwood Home - view of the river!
TV

5. 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 507
AED 2,284 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Dining

6. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is AED 691
AED 2,471 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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.
The price is AED 709
AED 2,439 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Property grounds

8. 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
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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)
"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.
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Exterior detail

10. 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 1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Sunny Private Bungalow
TV, offices

11. 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 602
AED 1,976 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

12. Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!

Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Excellent location and beautiful house with lots of thoughtful details. Our kids loved the play room, we loved the work out room! The beds and linens were comfortable and clean. Highly recommend"
United States
Mychal B.
Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!
Dining

13. 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 500
AED 1,937 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
TV, fireplace

14. 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 665
AED 2,281 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
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.
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Lobby

16. 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.
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Terrace/patio

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.
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

18. 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 1,183
AED 2,877 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
3 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, WiFi

19. 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.
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
Exterior

20. 2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!

2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much. The kitchen was stocked well. The beds and linens were very comfortable and we liked the up graded bathrooms. We especially loved having the rooftop patio to relax in the sun and the privacy was a plus. Thank you for your quick responses to our questions. You were very helpful."
United States
Christine K.
2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Value for your money. Beautiful and very spacious rooms!"
Sharon 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn