Vacation rentals in Santa Cruz, CA

About: Dream Inn Santa Cruz is a beachfront resort in the heart of Westside Santa Cruz, steps away from Cowell's Beach and the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. With excellent user and location ratings, this resort offers stunning ocean views and direct beach access.

The resort features an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, a snack bar, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness center, a coffee shop, and a concierge. Guests can also enjoy complimentary WiFi in public areas, room service, valet parking, and parking.

About: This three-story house is located within walking distance of the Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, Cowell's Beach, and West Cliff Drive, and a short stroll from downtown Pacific Avenue. It has excellent user and location ratings, and a very good cleanliness rating.

The house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a guest capacity of four. It features an ocean view balcony with a BBQ and seating, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining table for six, TVs in the living room and master bedroom, and utilities and Wi-Fi included.

About: This three-bedroom vacation home in the desirable Eastside Santa Cruz district is just a short distance from Harbor Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Monterey Bay. With excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings, this accommodation is a great choice for travelers.

The house sleeps six and features a balcony, a fireplace, and a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator and oven. Guests can also enjoy access to barbecue grills and free WiFi.

About: This one-bedroom apartment in Pasatiempo is a private retreat immersed in nature yet only 11 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz and 15 minutes from the beach. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The 750-square-foot apartment has a king-size Tempurpedic bed, a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable living area with a SmartTV, and private outdoor sitting areas. It also offers stunning ocean views, a secluded nature retreat, convenient amenities, and a security camera for added peace of mind.

About: This craftsman bungalow is situated in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Pacific Avenue, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and UCSC. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an office, and can accommodate up to 8 guests. It features a king, queen, and full-sized beds in the bedrooms, as well as outdoor dining and living areas with seating for up to 8 people. The year-round garden and deck are perfect for BBQs, and there is also an organic vegetable garden and fruit trees. The bungalow is close to surfing, sailing, hiking, and biking opportunities, and the neighborhood has a strict sound ordinance for a peaceful stay.

About: This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment in Santa Cruz is an excellent choice for travelers seeking a comfortable and convenient stay. With its prime location, guests can easily explore the city's attractions and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

The apartment boasts an impressive user rating and excellent location rating, ensuring a memorable experience. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living area, and a private garden, providing ample space for up to 8 guests. The apartment also offers amenities such as high-speed internet, parking, and a dishwasher, making it an ideal choice for families and groups.

About: This family-friendly apartment is located in Santa Cruz, just a short distance from downtown, the beach, and the Boardwalk. It has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and user experience.

The apartment is spacious enough for up to 6 guests, but still cozy for couples. It has a private, key-coded entrance and is located on the first floor of a multi-story residence, with no shared spaces. The apartment features a fully appointed kitchen, laundry, and bathroom, as well as free Wi-Fi, three smart TVs, a Blue-Ray player, a video library, books, and games. There is also a private, key-coded entrance for added security and privacy.

About: This charming cottage in Twin Lakes is just a short walk from the beach, shops, restaurants, and harbor. With excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings, it's a great choice for a relaxing getaway. The cottage has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and can accommodate up to five guests. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a hot tub, a garden, and parking.

About: This charming art-filled apartment is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, just a short walk from downtown Santa Cruz and the beach. It has received excellent ratings for its user, location, and cleanliness.

The apartment has two comfortable bedrooms, a nice and clean bathroom, a spacious kitchen and dining room, a relaxing living room, and a lovely outside area for your enjoyment. It has a full kitchen with a fridge, microwave oven, and dishwasher, as well as internet, parking, and a garden. It can accommodate up to 4 guests.

About: This mid-century modern studio in Santa Cruz offers a unique loft layout with a sleeping loft and skylight, as well as a private deck nestled in the trees. It has excellent user and location ratings, and is within walking distance of cafes and grocery stores.

The studio has one bedroom and one bathroom, and can accommodate up to four guests. It features a gas fireplace, a separate kitchen, good storage space, a washer and dryer, and access to an unfinished cellar for laundry, bike, and surfboard storage.

About: This studio in Santa Cruz is a restored 1918 carriage house with cozy interiors, located in a quiet family neighborhood steps away from Seabright Beach and a short bike ride to downtown Santa Cruz and the Marina. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The studio has a sunny living room with a garden view, a well-equipped kitchen, a king-sized bed, a clawfoot tub, a private garden, and a security camera. It can accommodate up to 2 guests and is perfect for a serene retreat or a beach getaway.

About: This cottage is located above the fog line in a quiet neighborhood near the base of UCSC, within 10 minutes' drive of downtown Santa Cruz and the beach. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The cottage has 2 bedrooms with queen beds, 1 bathroom, and a guest capacity of 4. It features a fully stocked kitchen, a private patio with a dining area, spa, and lounge area, as well as a washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, and a Smart TV with streaming services. Guests can also enjoy a relaxing outdoor jacuzzi and a garden.

About: This spacious 6-bedroom house is located in the Eastside Santa Cruz neighborhood, just steps from the popular Twin Lakes Beach. The house has received an excellent user rating and can accommodate up to 18 guests in its 4,000 square feet of living space.

The house features a game room with beach toys, Foosball, and Ping Pong, as well as a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, tennis court, and spa. It also has a fully equipped kitchen, two HD LCD TVs, high-speed internet, and an outdoor hot water shower. The house is also pet-friendly, allowing up to two dogs.

About: This fully furnished condo is centrally located in Capitola, a short walk from the ocean, village, and restaurants, and within easy driving distance of Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Big Sur. It has very good user, location and cleanliness ratings.

The condo has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and can accommodate up to 2 guests. It comes with a comfortable Queen-sized Tempurpedic bed, home office, and sofa pullout. Guests can enjoy a small outdoor patio with a bubbling fountain, as well as access to a laundry room, carport, and swimming pool across the street.

About: This apartment is located two blocks from Twin Lakes Beach, surrounded by parks and trails, offering a cozy ambiance and a unique opportunity to enjoy nature. With an excellent user rating, the apartment offers a practical and contemporary living space, featuring an open concept design, modern amenities, and a fully equipped kitchen. It has one bedroom, one bathroom, and a guest capacity of two, making it ideal for couples or small families. Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, garden, and spa, as well as access to a nearby gym, school, restaurants, and shops.

About: This top-floor apartment in downtown Santa Cruz is a short walk from the beach, west cliff, and downtown. It has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom and can accommodate up to 2 guests.

The apartment has a remodeled kitchen and bathroom, in-unit washer and dryer, standing desk and office nook with a second monitor, gas fireplace, flat-screen TV, pool and hot tub onsite. It is perfect for a single or couple.

About: Surf City Inn & Suites is situated in the heart of Santa Cruz, steps away from the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and vibrant Downtown. With a very good user rating, this pet-friendly apartment offers a comfortable stay for up to 4 guests in its 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The apartment features a putting green, an outdoor patio, and an indoor pool & spa, which is unique in Santa Cruz. It also offers modern amenities, limited complimentary parking, and is situated near natural beauty such as Monterey Bay and Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.

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About: This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom Twin Lakes chalet is located just steps away from some of Santa Cruz's warmest beaches, making it an ideal choice for beachgoers, water sports enthusiasts, and sunset seekers. It has an excellent user rating and can accommodate up to six guests.

The chalet features a cozy layout with a private garden, a Jacuzzi, a spa, and parking. It also includes a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave oven, as well as internet access.

About: This stylish beach cottage is a 3-minute walk from Twin Lakes beach and within easy reach of the city's attractions. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The cottage has a large eat-in kitchen great room, formal dining room, living room with fireplace, and two bedrooms with two bathrooms. It has a floor area of 1910 square feet and can accommodate up to 8 guests. Amenities include a gourmet kitchen, fireplace, super fast WiFi, split-level deck with a lower deck featuring a firepit and the upper deck offering bar seating and a dining table, and a swimming pool.

About: This Westside beach house is situated across the street from Natural Bridges State Park, within walking distance of Swift Street Courtyard and three miles from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a floor area of 1650 square feet, and a guest capacity of 9. It features a spacious deck with a BBQ, patio table, and umbrella, as well as complimentary cruiser bikes, boogie boards, and beach chairs. The fully equipped kitchen has new appliances, and the modern interior design includes flat-screen TVs and cozy furnishings.

About: Discover this Twin Lakes cottage, just a short walk from the beach and 5 minutes drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. With excellent user ratings, this 1100-square-foot cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a guest capacity of 4.

This pet-friendly cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, cable TV, Wi-Fi, a bright and airy living/dining room, two beautifully appointed bedrooms, and an enclosed backyard with a propane BBQ.

About: This 3-bedroom apartment is a short walk from the lively Twin Lakes Beach and a 1.2-mile walk from the renowned Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Guests have consistently rated the apartment with excellent marks for its location, cleanliness, and amenities.

The apartment is well-equipped for families, with a fully stocked kitchen, a cozy family room, and furnished outdoor spaces. It also offers a variety of amenities, including a washer and dryer, a Keurig coffee maker, and beach essentials like towels, chairs, and an umbrella. With a guest capacity of 8, this apartment is perfect for families or groups looking for a comfortable and convenient stay in Twin Lakes.

About: This newly remodeled coastal sanctuary is located on the quiet lower Westside of Santa Cruz, a 5-minute stroll from Natural Bridges Beach and a 10-minute walk to the heart of Santa Cruz's beer, wine, and foodie scene. It has excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings.

This single-level apartment features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a full-size sleeper sofa in the living area, accommodating up to 8 guests. It offers a hot tub heated to 101 degrees year-round, a fenced front yard with seating around a gas fire feature, and a gas fire pit.

About: This family-friendly vacation home in Westside Santa Cruz is a 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Williams-Reynolds House. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The house has a floor area of 2400 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a guest capacity of 8. It features a cozy fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary Wi-Fi, barbecue grills, a terrace/balcony, a garden, and parking. Pets are allowed.

About: This yacht is located a block from Schwann Lagoon and a short walk to Twin Lakes Beach and SC Yacht Harbor. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.

The yacht has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and can accommodate 2 guests. It features a fridge, microwave oven, internet, garden, and a private patio.

About: This apartment is located in the center of Felton, 1 mile from downtown and 7 miles from downtown Santa Cruz and the beach. It is surrounded by redwoods and has a sunny half-acre lot with a yard and garden. The apartment has excellent user ratings.

The apartment has a floor area of 1800 square feet and can accommodate up to 6 guests. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, a kitchen, a terrace/balcony, and a garden. The apartment is fully equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, a big-screen TV, a stereo, a Tivo, a copier/fax machine, and extensive music, film/video, and travel book libraries. Guests can also enjoy activities such as hiking, frisbee golf, and tennis.

About: Black Pearl Cottage is a historic beach home in the Seabright neighborhood of Santa Cruz, steps away from 3rd Avenue beach access, the Beach Boardwalk, and Seabright Brewery. This highly-rated apartment boasts breathtaking ocean views from the living room and patio, and a picket-fenced yard with landscaped gardens.

The 1230 square feet apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and can accommodate up to 6 guests. It features a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, and outdoor patio furniture. Guests can enjoy a free Woodstock Pizza gift card with their booking.

About: This vacation home is situated in Eastside Santa Cruz, a short walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and a short drive from Monterey Bay. With excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and user experience, this house is a top choice for travelers visiting Santa Cruz.

The house has a floor area of 800 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a guest capacity of 4. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a private balcony, in-unit laundry facilities, and barbecue grills for outdoor cooking. Pets are allowed, and internet is provided.

About: The Lighthouse is a yacht located in a desirable beach neighborhood in Santa Cruz, within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Harbor and Sunny Cove Beach. It has excellent location and cleanliness ratings.

The yacht features a spacious layout with 3000 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a large master suite. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a game closet, and a rooftop spa deck with a hot tub and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy stunning views of Twin Lakes Beach and the Walton Lighthouse, and participate in activities such as hiking, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking sunsets.

About: This apartment is located in a peaceful neighborhood in Eastside Santa Cruz, just steps from Twin Lakes Beach and within walking distance of Santa Cruz Harbor and Yacht Harbor. It is a great choice for travelers visiting Twin Lakes who want to be close to the beach and other attractions. The apartment has received excellent user ratings, and it is easy to see why.

The apartment has a floor area of 1000 square feet and can accommodate up to 6 guests. It has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a kitchen, a living room, and a terrace. The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge, microwave oven, and dishwasher. The living room has a fireplace and a large flat-panel TV. The terrace offers stunning views of the harbor. The apartment also has a garden, parking, and internet. Pets are allowed.

About: Charming Vicky by The Sea is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom yacht located in the Seabright neighborhood of Santa Cruz, half a block from Seabright Beach and within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, and Yacht Harbor. It has an excellent user rating, location rating, and cleanliness rating.

The yacht has a floor area of 860 square feet and can accommodate up to 6 guests. It features a fully enclosed backyard, a sunning deck, a patio table and chairs, a charcoal BBQ, and a hot/cold shower. It also has a gas-operated fireplace, a 40" HD flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, a dishwasher, a range/microwave, a coffee grinder/maker, a blender, a stackable washer/dryer, and ample workstations.

About: This townhouse is in the heart of Santa Cruz, just a 10-minute walk from Main Beach, the Boardwalk, and downtown. It has excellent user and location ratings, and a very good cleanliness rating.

The townhouse has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and can accommodate up to 6 guests. It features a kitchen with modern appliances, air conditioning, a terrace, a garden, and parking. Guests can also enjoy amenities such as a smart TV, noise-canceling machines, and blackout curtains.

About: "The Aquarius" is a 1730 square feet apartment located in the Live Oak neighborhood of Santa Cruz. It offers stunning ocean views from its backyard patio facing Corcoran Lagoon. The apartment has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and user experience.

The apartment features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen with a fridge, microwave oven, and dishwasher, a jacuzzi, a terrace/balcony, a garden, and parking. It can accommodate up to 8 guests. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a hot tub, fire pit, and spacious great room. Pets are allowed, and internet is available.