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Our top choices for Santa Cruz holiday homes
1. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz HarborEastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 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. "
Jessica P.
The price is £317
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
2. Sunny Private Bungalow
Sunny Private BungalowEastside 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!"
Tenisha W.
The price is £206
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
3. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Giant Dipper House near the BoardwalkWestside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Great location!"
Annette P.
The price is £446
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
4. Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan LagoonEastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Lovely property home from home. Fabulous lake view, very comfortable & easy walk to the beach. Great communication. Had a fabulous stay."
Claire
The price is £473
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
5. Redwood Home - view of the river!
Redwood Home - view of the river!Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"The place is very clean and as described it is by the road so you hear vehicle noise. We had a very pleasant stay thank you"
x x.
The price is £292
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
6. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola Village Home with Parking SpotCapitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Nice location to the beach and shop! The house is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay!"
Terri B.
The price is £317
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
7. 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. "
Clark L.
8. Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Charming 3 Bedroom HomeSanta Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The house was amazing and so relaxing for our couples retreat-thank you for opening up your home."
Barbara C.
The price is £486
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
9. 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, (17 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
Gustavo R.
The price is £384
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
10. Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"We spent the weekend in Capitola for my daughter’s Sweet 16 and it was just as she hoped. The location was perfect, the property is exactly as pictured - beautiful and clean. We would absolutely stay here again!"
Aimee F.
The price is £509
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
11. New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, GymEastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"Nice place and location overall. "
Lawrence S.
The price is £465
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
12. 3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes BeachEastside 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!"
Tara R.
The price is £506
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
13. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"It’s pretty pricey, but you get a lot for it. What a gorgeous place! Fully equipped with everything we needed indoors, with a fabulous outdoor deck. We loved it."
Laree D.
The price is £512
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
14. Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point HomeEastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Location was awesome."
Craig S.
The price is £421
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
15. Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Harbor home - with a hot tub!Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
Rick H.
16. Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 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."
Guiuliana R.
The price is £600
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
17. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz BeachesScotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Beautiful area!!"
A S.
The price is £184
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
18. 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE, HOT TUB,PRIVATE YARDS,SURF, SAND,SUNSETS, GREAT LOCATION
26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE, HOT TUB,PRIVATE YARDS,SURF, SAND,SUNSETS, GREAT LOCATIONEastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"We loved the beach house. What a great place to stay!"
Adam W.
The price is £401
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
19. 2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean ViewsRio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Beautiful condo with sweeping views! Beach access was easy and the location was convenient to so many activities."
Wendy B.
The price is £384
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
20. 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, (8 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."
Julie L.
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Santa Cruz and related destinations
Surfers catch perfect waves at Steamer Lane while sea lions bark along the wooden boardwalk of the historic Beach Boardwalk. Redwoods tower over hiking trails in nearby state parks, offering cool shade before you head back for sunset bonfires.
Top reviews in Santa Cruz
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
La Bahia Hotel and SpaWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful spacious room with fantastic amenities. Lovely welcoming staff on check in.
Shirley
