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Capitola Village Wind + Sea Home
Our beautifully renovated 2 bedroom (Both upstairs) and 2 full bathrooms (One on the ground floor and one on the upper floor) along with a ground floor plush queen sleeper sofa and ground floor great room with dining for 7 plus a bar table separating the kitchen from the living room is in the perfect location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, or a nice walk along the river. We are right in the Capitola Village. We hope you enjoy your stay. If you have questions, we respond promptly.

Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
Permit# 231467 Incredible modern home just steps from the best beach in all of Santa Cruz! Ocean and sand views, listen to the waves as you sleep on designer beds, cook in the chefs kitchen, and soak in the hot tub. Perfect central location, less than 5 minutes to boardwalk and downtown. 5 minutes to colorful Capitola village. 9 minutes to UC Santa Cruz Campus. 4 Electric bikes, 4 surfboards, and a kayak to take out and play in the waves! Plus the beach is right out front to enjoy!

Lower Westside Sanctuary by Natural Bridges Beach
From our family of beach bums to yours: welcome to our newly remodeled, coastal sanctuary on the quiet lower Westside of Santa Cruz. Stroll 5 minutes to Natural Bridges Beach by day. By night, stargaze from the hot tub or gather around the gas fire pit. Wildlife abounds: from our resident hummingbirds and butterflies at home to occasional seal, otter and whale sightings at Natural Bridges. Hungry/thirsty? Stroll 10 minutes to the heart of Santa Cruz’s beer, wine, and foodie scene!

Mermaid Cottage - Walk to Beach+Boardwalk+Downtown
Welcome to the Mermaid Cottage located in the heart of Santa Cruz! This cute and cozy retreat is the perfect place to unwind and soak up the sun. Just a short walk away, you'll find yourself on the sandy shores of Cowell's Beach, where you can swim, surf, or just relax and soak up the sun. And if you're looking for some excitement, the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is also just a short stroll away. Short-term rental permit (STR22-0024) Transient Occupancy Tax No. 002482

Safe, Steps To Beach, Spa, Near Harbor, Pets Okay!
This unique beach house is one block from Twin Lakes beach, the finest one in Santa Cruz! It is a 2-story, designer home with an open floorplan, gridwork of glass to allow in plenty of light and offers ocean peeks. Originally constructed in 1975 with barn-wood imported from Idaho, it offers an old-world charm and a completely modern interior with all the conveniences. Perfect for families & beach lovers! Owners may bring their pet for an additional fee of $35/day

Guesthouse in Santa Cruz
We offer a self-contained 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with its own separate entrance, situated in a tranquil neighborhood on the west side of Santa Cruz, 3 min walk to the W Cliff Dr, a safe and scenic 3 mile ocean walking & biking path. Walk north to Michell Cove, tide pools, & Natural Bridges. Please note that our unit is part of the entire building, located on the second floor, and has its own private staircase and entrance. And unwind at this peaceful oasis.

Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access
Escape from the outside world to this one of a kind ROMANTIC Sculpture House. Enjoy its unique design, white rounded walls, sitting nooks, gas dome fireplace, and beautiful tranquil gardens. Sit back and relax in the rounded sunken bathtub perfect for two. This is the perfect romantic getaway and just one block away from private beach access. Named one of the most stunning Airbnb's in Santa Cruz. Enjoy more fun with zero extra Airbnb fees—we've got you covered!

Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point
Just steps away from the breathtaking Santa Cruz coast lies Bungalow318. This 1940's bungalow has been meticulously renovated and is ready for your relaxing retreat, romantic getaway, surfing adventure or family vacation. Relax in the open concept family room, enjoy a day at the beach or surfing world-class surf breaks, lounge in the hot tub and spend a cozy evening on the patio lounge in front of a warm fire. The ways to enjoy this special property are endless!

Beach View Cottage - Hot Tub
Gorgeous, newly remodeled, home with amazing views of the ocean, beach, and lagoon. Hot tub, bikes, surfboards, kayak. Everything you could possibly want for a Santa Cruz trip in a spectacular setting VR PERMIT # 191354 Just 200 yards from the beach, this tranquil beach view cottage is your perfect beachside escape. Located on a quiet, private street in Pleasure Point, this charming and newly updated two-story home offers stunning ocean views.

Sunny Seabright Beach House
Sunny beach house located in Midtown, Santa Cruz. Amazing location with a five minute walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Just a few blocks from Seabright Beach, the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and some of the best local restaurants and breweries in town. The home boasts a well-furnished rooftop deck, a beautiful open floor plan, and a fully equipped kitchen. This house is cozy, bright, and inviting. You will surely love your stay here!

Two-Six Beach House - newly renovated!
Experience luxury and comfort in our newly renovated Santa Cruz home! (Permit: 231143) This spacious retreat features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen with everything you could need and more. Relax in the backyard with a firepit, hot tub, outdoor shower, and BBQ. Best of all, the beach is just a couple minutes away! Perfect for families and friends seeking a coastal getaway.

180°OceanView+HotTub+EBikes+Surfboards+SUPS+Kayak
Incredible beach home with sweeping views of the ocean. Watch the waves crash from your bed. Directly in front of Pleasure Point, a world class surf spot. 180° upstairs decks to lounge & enjoy the ocean and views of the ocean from every room in the home. Hot tub, cedar sauna, 4 electric bikes, surfboards, stand-up paddle boards, sea kayak, ping pong table, basketball arcade game, and dart board. permit#191362
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Holiday rentals with a pool
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Wifi availability
860 of Santa Cruz holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Santa Cruz stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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