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Explore 40 holiday rentals in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz holiday rentals start at €87 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
30 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Holiday rentals with a pool
20 properties feature pools

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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40 of Santa Cruz holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Santa Cruz rentals

4.7 Average rating
Santa Cruz stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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Welcome to Harbor House. Your Favorite Home at the Beach.
Prepare to enjoy this retreat close to the ocean with warm light and comfortable furnishings. Relax and experience a beautiful sense of calm from this quiet retreat. Murray Street Bridge is closed for repair INDEFINITELY Relax and enjoy the new fire pit table during the cool summer nights on the updated deck or enjoy a dinner under the stars using the new BBQ in the new outdoor dining area. **BBQ AND FIRE PIT TABLE are for (June-Sept)This property is not suitable for guests under 12 years old.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 349 reviews
One of a kind full River and Ocean view!
This one of a kind unit is situated at the very end of the beautiful Pajaro Dunes gated community. This unit offers the best views in the entire community with a full river and 180 degree full ocean view. Just steps from the sand, watch your children play in the sand while enjoying the view from the deck of beautiful sunrises and listen to the waves from the King size Master bedroom. Unit is fully updated with beautiful granite, new appliances, queen sofabed, and a 2nd bedroom with two twin beds
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews
Walk to the beach, panoramic ocean view, and pool!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. With panoramic views of the pacific, chances are you'll see dolphins, otters, and even whales during season. Leave the doors open and nap to the sound of the waves hitting the shore! Heated pool on property & less than a 5-minute walk to the beach, restaurants, drinks, coffee, sandwiches and more! Recently upgraded with brand new flooring throughout condo, fireplace with mounted large smart tv (perf for movie nights!), soaking tub and comfy beds!
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Seascape Resort Villa Beautiful Ocean View Sleep 6
Enjoy beautiful sunsets from this newly remodeled North Bluff Villa, with crystal clean beach decor, comfortable king size mattresses, plus a beautiful queen size sofa sleeper. High end stainless steel appliances (in case you feel like cooking) Short walk to restaurants, Seascape Village Shopping, pool/hot tub, trail to the beach. Covered parking EV available, elevator takes you to the 2nd floor. Enjoy listening to your own tunes thru a custom sound system. TV w/ Netflix. Internet access.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Beach View Condo - Heated Pool - Seascape Resort
ONE OF THE BEST BEACH AND OCEAN VIEWS AT SEASCAPE. 2 story, 2 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath deluxe condo. Two, private balconies with whitewater and beach views and beautiful sunsets. A well equipped kitchen, a BBQ, access to the North Bluff swimming pool and spa, a resort bar and restaurant, and easy beach l-access. Golf, fitness center and tennis are available at a reasonable cost. The Village includes a coffee shop, pizza parlor, Chinese restaurant, a grocery store, Mexican restaurant and more.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews
Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort
The newly remodeled unit offers a beautiful fireplace, hardwood flooring, a new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bathrooms, stairs, a laundry system, and more. Beautiful villa just a 10-15 min walk to the beach. Bring your family and friends to enjoy this quaint place with an expensive ocean view and the best view of the resort. Live spaciously in 2 luxurious master suites upstairs and an open concept living room and kitchen downstairs. It will surely be an unforgettable experience!
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Sandpiper by the Sea
The condo is located in a tranquil condo community, just two blocks from the longest beach in Santa Cruz County. You can walk in either direction for a couple of miles from this beach. Closely located to Seascape Golf Course and Seascape Resort. With Monterey Bay, Capitola, and Santa Cruz within a short drive, this location is centrally located to many tourist spots, hiking trails, beaches, wineries, and so much more. And, the complex has two beautiful pools, heated April through October.
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 299 reviews
Aptos Condo with Spectacular Ocean Views
Enjoy stunning full ocean and sand views from Monterey to Santa Cruz at this beautifully located beach retreat. Watch whales and dolphins from the deck, relax by the ocean-view swimming pool just steps away, or take a short walk to the beach. Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk is just 15 minutes away, world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium and Pebble Beach 45 minutes, and Levi’s Stadium only 30 miles. This oceanfront escape is the perfect blend of location, comfort, and unforgettable views.
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 600 reviews
Seaview Condo - 150 Steps to the beach!
Spacious and modern two bedroom, one bath condo, with high ceilings and a fabulous ocean view! Look out at the ocean from the kitchen bar, living room, hallway. 150 steps to the Beach, Capitola Pier, boutique shopping and over 20 restaurants. Remodeled kitchen, WiFi Big Screen TV and a back patio with a gas BBQ grill. Perfect for families, couples or girls/guys getaways! Sleeps 6. Covered parking for 1 car, dirt parking for additional car. Renter must be at least 25 years old.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews
OceanView Fully Equipped Ground Villa & Next2 Pool
Breathtaking ocean & beach views facing Monterey Bay, Capitola Beach & Santa Cruz. This luxurious, ground level, 2-BR villa has the convenience of amazing sunsets, a direct 5-min path to the soft sandy beach, & a furnished patio facing open lawn space. Enjoy the views of the white water surf right from the living room, patio or bedroom; take a dip in the heated pools/hot tub just steps from your front door; or dine at Sanderlings Restaurant. Why choose one when you can do it all?
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape
Relax at this beautiful, peaceful place to stay with an amazing ocean view! This 1 bedroom condo at Seascape Resort is the perfect getaway if you're looking to go to the beach, check out amazing restaurants, enjoy the boardwalk, or hit up nearby beach towns shops. This condo has been updated and is prepared spotless each time. Seascape Resort is located nicely at the center of Monterey Bay making it easy to visit Santa Cruz, Capitola, Monterey, Carmel and more!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews
OCEAN Views and Steps from the BEACH, New & Modern
Enjoy spending time with family and friends in this large 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo with a beautiful ocean/ beach view from Monterey to Capitola. . This single level unit offers a spacious floor plan with large picture windows and a full deck with patio furniture. BBQ on the deck while you listen to the soothing waves, watch the dolphins and view a gorgeous sunset. Walk to restaurants, delis, coffee shops and the beach in just a few seconds.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviewsPopular amenities for Santa Cruz apartment rentals
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Your Coastal Sanctuary - Far from the Craziness
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 497 reviews
Rest Ashore OCEAN FRONT Condo Pajaro Dunes
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 261 reviews
South Bluff Beauty • Ocean Views Galore 2 Bedroom
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews
Beachfront Condo in Watsonville California
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
New! Stylish Condo on Santana Row
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
Beachfront Tranquility
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 490 reviews
Warm and Cozy Two-Story Loft Overlooking Santana Row
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews
⭐️On Santana Row! NEW Entire Condo! Self-check-in✅
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviewsPet-friendly apartment rentals

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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Cozy Entire 1-Bedroom Condo in Redwood City
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews
Seascape Oceanview Luxury 2B w/theater walk2beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 54 reviews
Stunning Santana Row - One of Best Kept Secret
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews
New Modern Condo in Heart of Santana Row w/Theater
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews
Modern King 1BR | Parking • W/D • Santana Row
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Modern 1B1B condo + quiet patio | Downtown Mt View
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews
Lovely w/amazing decor-Great Location-2Parking Sp
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviewsApartment rentals with a pool

2 BD Ocean Views at Seascape Resort North Bluff!
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
Seascape Ocean View Condo
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
Seascape Oceanf 1 bdr suite hottub Aptos SantaCruz
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
The Alpaca House
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 356 reviews
Seascape OceanView Condo - Heated pool and Jacuzzi
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews
Pristine Seascape Studio | Seasonal Boutique Decor
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Premium Villa - Ocean View -Heated Pools -Seascape
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews
Ocean View at Seascape with Private Balcony
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Santa Cruz?
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