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Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (512 reviews)
"Lovely Cabin, my son had an amazing experience. We will definitely come back"
United States
Iris
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Fern River Resort

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is £215
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Bella Notte

Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Mays Luxury Farm Stays
3.0 star property
Los Gatos
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"A great place to stay in the Santa Cruz mountains. A little tricky to find and get to with winding mountain roads and no signs but that is part of getting away from everything and hanging with the chicks and ducks and geese all a-clucking. Fully stocked bar and kitchen made it so easy to just have fun. The dozens of huge koi fish will practically climb out of the pond when you start feeding them, and the chickens seemed to like Fritos. Watching the sun setting beyond the trees and hills while...
United States
James
The price is £166
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!
3.5 star property
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice family trip to the beach. The condo was spacious and the primary bedroom was fantastic. The other two bedrooms were small, but were still accommodating. The property is very well maintained. There’s paths to walk on for a nature walk and the beach has some hard sand that makes long walks on the beach very easy to do. There were 6 of us that went and there was plenty of space. Great stay!"
United States
Sarah
The price is £668
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Really unbelievable views and access. Excellent stay, can’t wait to go back "
United States
Michelle D.
The price is £1,246
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home

1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!

1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!
Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Loved the house it has an unobstructed beach view and easy beach access. We spent a lot of time on the patio. The house had everything we needed for the week. We would stay here again."
United States
Mindy W.
The price is £936
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (354 reviews)
"We loved the location and enjoyed our stay there a lot."
United States
Maurice C.
The price is £1,489
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!

3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful stay! Very nice place with spectacular beach views. Great communication and had everything we needed to prepare meals. Hope to come back someday!"
United States
Jolene D.
The price is £903
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!

Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach

Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"The host was very responsive and the property had wonderful amenities that we all enjoyed. "
United States
Erika
The price is £1,630
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach

Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods

Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods
Los Gatos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"Everything about this property is amazing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us! "
United States
Lisa T.
The price is £956
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods

Luxury 5 Bedroom 4 bath Oceanfront Retreat Rio Del Mar Beach

Luxury 5 Bedroom 4 bath Oceanfront Retreat Rio Del Mar Beach
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Beautiful house and location!"
United States
Jamie B.
The price is £2,305
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Luxury 5 Bedroom 4 bath Oceanfront Retreat Rio Del Mar Beach

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Location was awesome."
United States
Craig S.
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We had an absolutely amazing time staying here. Lovely accommodations, fireplace, deck, clean, modern, great location, easy to follow instructions, private, quiet, reasonably priced, list goes on. Thank you for such a great stay."
United States
Julie L.
The price is £650
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Pleasure Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Great place for a family. Excellent location for surfing, shopping, and small bites! "
United States
Kelda G.
The price is £762
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Ultimate Resort Retreat, Luxury Amenities, Butler

Ultimate Resort Retreat, Luxury Amenities, Butler
Watsonville
The price is £1,213
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Ultimate Resort Retreat, Luxury Amenities, Butler

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great place with amazing architecture and views. We would stay here again and again!"
United States
Ken S.
The price is £962
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Beachfront Rio Del Mar Home - 5 bedrooms!

Beachfront Rio Del Mar Home - 5 bedrooms!
Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"We had a Fantastic time- very comfortable and well stocked"
United States
Julie C.
The price is £1,666
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Beachfront Rio Del Mar Home - 5 bedrooms!

Oceanview Family Playground

Oceanview Family Playground
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
The price is £1,139
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Oceanview Family Playground

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (261 reviews)
"This quaint, small cottage was perfect for a beach getaway trip. We loved how close it is to the beach, Java Junction and Crows Nest. "
United States
Jennifer C.
The price is £535
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

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 £643
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
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Everything you need to know about Santa Cruz County holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Santa Cruz County holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, apart-hotels, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

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Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Santa Cruz County. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A Santa Cruz County holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of Santa Cruz County holiday rentals we have selected for you start as low as £135 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

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