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25 Dec - 27 Dec

Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation homes

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1. 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
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Sunny Private Bungalow
Exterior

2. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Great location in Capitola, a shot walk to the beach and pier and to many cafes and restaurants."
United States
Thomas L.
The price is AED 525
AED 1,631 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

3. 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.
The price is AED 349
AED 1,257 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Interior

4. 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.
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Interior

5. 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
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Terrace/patio

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.
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, (18 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

8. 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!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

9. 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!
Terrace/patio

10. 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 624
AED 2,130 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Exterior

11. 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 466
AED 1,639 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Beach nearby

12. Sea La Vie

Sea La Vie
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Lovely home, convenient to the surrounding community and Boardwalk. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Alison H.
Sea La Vie
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

13. Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Location was awesome."
United States
Craig S.
The price is AED 397
AED 1,790 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
TV, DVD player

14. 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 735
AED 1,879 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
TV, fireplace

15. 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 577
AED 2,144 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
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 588
AED 1,996 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

17. 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 470
AED 1,904 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
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!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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.
The price is AED 422
AED 1,918 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

20. 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 735
AED 2,531 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"No complaints and everything met or beat expectations"
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