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Our top choices for Santa Cruz holiday homes

A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a wooden dining table, and a window with blinds.

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 £163
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
A backyard with a wooden fence, a barbecue grill, a table with chairs, and a door leading to a covered porch.

2. 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 £277
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
A wooden gate, a potted plant with flowers, and a concrete floor.

3. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Owner was excellent with communication. My son and I stayed there for the weekend and was impressed that n how close it was to everything. Great place that we will stay at again!"
United States
Tenisha W.
The price is £221
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sunny Private Bungalow
A hotel room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

4. '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.
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with red stools, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

5. 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 £469
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
A two-story house with a gated entrance, a 24-hour contact sign, and a no parking sign.

6. 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 £392
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
A small, clean room with two beds, a nightstand, and a window.

7. 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 £348
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
A pathway flanked by wooden planters and a stone wall, leading to a building with a wooden roof.

8. Charming 3 Bedroom Home

Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"The house was amazing and so relaxing for our couples retreat-thank you for opening up your home."
United States
Barbara C.
The price is £458
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.

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.
The price is £466
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, roads, and greenery.

10. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"It was a beautiful house and had everything we needed."
United States
Ken B.
The price is £493
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a hanging chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

11. Two-Six Beach House - newly renovated!

Two-Six Beach House - newly renovated!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"The property is very nice and clean. Walked to the beach several times a day because it was so close. They had a wagon and beach toys to haul our stuff to and from the beach. Nice hot tub and outdoor shower to rinse off. "
United States
doublegmeg
The price is £537
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Two-Six Beach House - newly renovated!
A backyard with a hot tub, a patio table, and a wooden fence.

12. 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 £546
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

13. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is £546
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a window, and a dresser.

14. Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 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 £568
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a double sink, and pendant lighting.

15. Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious, perfect for spending lots of time by the beach"
United States
Jacob M.
The price is £466
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
A kitchen with a window, a table, a chair, and a door.

16. Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Location was awesome."
United States
Craig S.
The price is £424
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
A paved pathway leading to a rustic cabin surrounded by tall trees.

17. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is £204
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
A wooden deck with a hot tub and a sliding glass door.

18. 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 £463
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, a stove, a microwave, and pendant lighting.

19. 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 £277
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, pendant lighting, and a view to the outdoors.

20. 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)
"House was great! Spacious and perfect for a family of 4 with teenagers. Within walking distance of the wharf, boardwalk, and morning coffees. Was a great retreat. "
United States
Clark L.
The price is £511
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The beds are comfy, bedding clean, love the pool and spa, I feel safe and everything is clean. The man at the front desk is very kind and should get a raise. He goes out of his way to make sure you have a good stay. I recommend it anyone in the area"
Amanda 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

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Santa Cruz Holiday Homes information

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201
Accommodation
352 Holiday Homes
Lowest Price
£163
Highest Price
£568