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Charming cottage in westside SC 2 blks from beach
Gingerbread-like cottage (600 square feet) was built from old growth redwood in 1922. Since remodeled with all the amenities. A private sanctuary, set back and hidden from street. Two block walk to ocean along tree-lined path in a quiet neighborhood on the west side. Serene and tranquil, lovely outdoor deck and garden. Half mile from selection of boutique wine tasting, breweries, and coffee roasters. We apologize for not being able to host children under 5 for safety reasons. 2 night minimum
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 702 reviews
Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
Beach Hill Hideaway - Steps to Beach & Boardwalk
Escape to Beach Hill Hideaway, a bright 2,000 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Santa Cruz. Perfect for families and friends, it’s just steps from the Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, and downtown. One side of a duplex, it shares one wall with neighboring Unit A while offering a private entrance and outdoor spaces. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, free parking, EV charger, A/C, outdoor shower, BBQ, fire pit, Roku TV, piano, books, games, yoga mats, and workspace. Walk everywhere from this prime location!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews
Contemporary Seabright Beach House
Steps from the sand, this contemporary Seabright beach home is the perfect upscale beach getaway. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and sleeps 6 comfortably. Master bedroom features a king bed and private bath with deep oval soaking tub. Two guest rooms feature a queen bed and two twin beds. The living area is tastefully decorated and thoughtfully appointed with push button fireplace, large 4k TV, Jambox, PS4, etc. Did we mention the living area has a direct view of the beach and ocean?
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Sunny Harborside Bungalow
Private small cozy 1 br/1ba bungalow. This space boasts a taste of Latin American beach, tile floors and wood furniture. Kitchenette with an induction burner and xl toaster oven (no range) , full size fridge, private patio seating, umbrella, tropical plants. Bathroom with a small shower. Curtained off bedroom with full closet, queen bed. Living room has day bed/couch with twin mattress for 3rd guest. Plz read “other details to note” before booking, turn on app notifications for communication.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 768 reviews
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.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
Victorian Cottage on West Cliff Drive 18-0089
Separate, stand alone cottage located behind oceanfront home. Steps from the beach, Boardwalk, Lighthouse, and close to downtown. Fully furnished. Smart TV with Comcast Popular TV cable (100+ channels), dedicated Superfast Xfinity WiFi access. Very charming and romantic. Pets welcome for an additional fee of $95 per stay (or per month for longer visits)---please arrange in advance. Quoted prices include City mandated Transient Occupancy Tax required of all bookings for 30 nights or less.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Charming Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment
Our 1928 carriage house apartment is walking distance to the Boardwalk, beach, wharf, basketball stadium, and downtown. Cowells and Main Beaches, Steamers Lane, Boardwalk, wharf, and West Cliff Drive (path along the ocean) are all a quick 5 min walk from our house. The apartment is located in a private garden setting, away from the main street, behind our home. There is a separate dedicated garden space for you to use. We hope you will love this historical neighborhood as much as we do!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 347 reviews
Updated Westside home. 4 blocks from the beach!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Newly renovated 2 bedroom 1 bath home near Steamer Lane. Awesome Westside location. The best part of town. You can hear the waves crashing when they are big, and the sea lions barking at night. Hardwood floors, new paint, new beds, new linens, new towels. Fenced back yard. Hot tub. 60" flat screen with Fire Stick. Indonesian furniture. 4 blocks to the beach. 3 blocks to lighthouse park. Easy access to Hwy 1 to drive up the coast.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews
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!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
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!
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 321 reviews
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!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 425 reviewsPopular amenities for holiday rentals near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Welcome to Harbor House. Your Favorite Home at the Beach.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 348 reviews
Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
Seaview Condo - 150 Steps to the beach!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews
Walk to the beach, panoramic ocean view, and pool!
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 595 reviews
2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 371 reviews
Oceanview Villa w/ 2 Decks, ONE Pool & Fireplace
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviewsFamily-friendly house rentals

Sunlit Surf House 3 BR/2BA Downtown +Walk To Beach
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews
Victorian Beach House Santa Cruz
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews
Beach View Cottage - Hot Tub
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviews
4 bed HotTub Firepit blks to beach Best Location!
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 318 reviews
Sea Soul Retreat: Hot Tub | Bikes | Surfboards
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Creekside Log Cabin
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
Mount Hermon Creekside Cottage
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviewsApartment rentals with air conditioning

New 1-Bedroom apartment in Beautiful Santa Cruz
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
Luxury stay near Oakridge Mall for vacation/work
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 288 reviews
Cozy home near Monterey Beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
2B2B Top Floor Oversized Unit Extra Space 412 Ha
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Stylish 1bed/1bath apartment in prime location
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
New Modern Craftsman Guest House with Bay Windows
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Downtown San Jose, Modern 4B/3B, free parking
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
🌟Cheerful 2B2B in prime location 🌲Redwood Pl Apt 3
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviewsOther great holiday rentals near Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Garden Beach Cottage
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 908 reviews
Sunny Cottage + Hot Tub near UCSC
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 662 reviews
Coastal Architectural Gem in Capitola
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews
Amazing Seabright Beach Cottage
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 563 reviews
Vintage Charm Close to Downtown and Beaches
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 352 reviews
Cozy garden westside king suite STR18-0122
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 788 reviews
Sea Otter Cottage in Santa Cruz!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 539 reviews
Rustic Modern 1 BR in Sunny Seabright
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 290 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Stanford University
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Santa Cruz Beach
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Capitola Beach
- Carmel Beach
- SAP Center
- Levi's Stadium
- Carmel Beach
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- California’S Great America
- Seacliff State Beach
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Montara Beach
- Winchester Mystery House
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Googleplex
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Seabright Beach





