Beach house holiday rentals in Northern California

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Home in Crescent City

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 320 reviews

Surfers Cove!

New ocean front vacation home, finished January 2018! Unbeatable, MULTIPLE ocean front views. Watch surfers, migrating whales spouting, ocean kayakers and boats sailing by as you relax on your front porch or inside from your choice of premiere ocean views. This upscale home is located near stairs that lead you to mile of sandy ocean beaches. You can walk along the beach collecting agates, fly a kite or just relax while listening to the waves crash on the beach, a place to build your memories.

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Home in La Selva Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views

Located at desirable Sand Dollar Beach; away from the bar scene. Perfect for families & peaceful seaside enjoyment. Less than 200 paces to sand down our paved community beach access footpath. Remodeled in 2018 and located 6 houses from sand and surf. Vaulted ceilings, fireplace, 2,100 square feet of living space. You'll love how bright and airy this home is with large open spaces and secluded nooks to curl up with a book. 10 min to Santa Cruz, 20 min to Monterey, 5 min to Seascape Resort

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Home in Bodega Bay

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews

Panoramic Ocean views, Walk to Beach & hot tub

STUNNING panoramic views & 5 min walk to Portuguese Beach! Home sits on 1 Acre of land & full of wildlife. You will find a cozy open floor plan, gas fireplace, bright, light, & colorful beach decor! Newly UPDATED & features waterproof flooring, New kitchen & bath cabinets, QUARTZ countertops, Stainless steel appliances, viewing decks & Hot tub. Whether you're enjoying a sunset, reading a book, soaking in the hot tub or out for a beach walk you will fall in LOVE with it's charm! Lic#25-0166

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Home in Santa Cruz

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 473 reviews

Kid-friendly Beach House; 5 minute walk to Beach

This charming beach bungalow is only ~500 steps from Twin Lakes/Black’s beach & a short walk to the SC harbor & Sunny Cove beach. Close to amazing SURFING breaks, including shortboarding down the block, & longboarding in Pleasure Point. Short drive to Beach Boardwalk and other beaches. Kids games, books and more. The home is newly remodeled & features new cabinets, counters, wood floors & stainless steel appliances. Fully fenced yard- perfect for families. Washer & Dryer in the garage.

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Home in Manchester

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 393 reviews

Paradise Found :EV Charger,ONLY ONE PET allowed.

Our beautiful beach home sits perched 150 feet above the Pacific Ocean on a private 1/2 acre with sweeping whitewater views of the ocean & the Point Arena Lighthouse from almost every window! Enjoy beautiful sunsets on our expansive deck. Lounge in the private hot tub under the stars. This is truly a classic beach home with vaulted ceilings and many windows. We also provide high-speed wireless Internet access. Beautiful Private Beach: The beach is a 5 min drive. Tesla Charger available.

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Home in Half Moon Bay

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Entire house：Steps to beach and ample space

Give your family best summer memories at this 4 BRs 3.5 BAs well decorated house. Just 2 mins walk/one block to ocean front, restaurant and art galleries, everything. Best house for a multi-generation family vacation at beach! The house is ideal for family gathering with 3 queen, 1 full, 2 single beds. One sofa bed, floor mattress and roll away bed are available upon request. Please read full description before booking. It's in a quiet residential area. No event or wild party allowed.

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Home in Aptos

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews

500 feet from the ocean/Rio del Mar

Permit #201264 The Coast Queen is a wonderful house for a pleasant getaway to the coast for the weekend. It's a short 2 minute walk to the beach providing a great anchor for days at the beach, yet it's only a few miles from Santa Cruz. We're two minutes from a deli, restaurant, coffee shop, and corner store. Only a little bit further you can find many more restaurants, a grocery store, and Aptos Village. We're also very close to Nisene Marks and other wonderful hikes.

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Home in Aptos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews

Rio Del Mar Beach House.

Oceanfront Beach House with views from every room! Steps from the beach. Gorgeous sunsets on the spacious deck with views of Santa Cruz coastline. Close to wine tasting, vineyards and breweries. Prime location, Rio-del-Mar beach, walking distance to coffee shop, restaurants, store and State Park. Perfect for a Romantic get away or family vacation! No more than 6 guests. Includes Outdoor shower, Boogie boards (2), sand toys, Beach chairs Beach towels, Wetsuits

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Home in Santa Cruz

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 488 reviews

Wave House by the Beach for Two!

PLEASE READ ALL DETAILS: Spacious house with a loft bedroom, bathroom with shower/bathtub, skylights, full kitchen, large living room and dining area. Lots of light. Two decks, yard, driveway and garage for parking. Only a 0.3 mile walk to the beach and boardwalk. A 0.4 mile walk to the wharf. And a 0.7 mile walk to downtown. Lots of outdoor activities in the area! Unfortunately the house is not suitable for children under 10.

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Home in Cambria

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 349 reviews

Windrush Inn Harbor House

The Windrush Inn Harbor House sits directly across from the ocean and boardwalk along Cambria’s famous Moonstone Beach. Ownership of the Inn has recently changed. As your new hosts we are excited to announce the completion of a full remodel of this unique home. We hope that Windrush Inn will become you favorite destination spot on Moonstone Beach!

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Home in Aptos

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 360 reviews

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

Experience an amazing California beach vacation at this beautiful house located in the quiet Rio Del Mar neighborhood of Aptos (Permit 201072). The Rio Del Mar Beach House is just a two-minute walk from Rio Del Mar and Seacliff State Beaches featuring 20 miles of walkable sand in both directions (down to Monterey or north to Santa Cruz)!

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Home in Santa Cruz

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Spring Special ! - Aloha Beach House

THE quintessential Santa Cruz beach house in the neighborhood! Great walking location to shops, surf, breakfast spots and farmers markets. We don't mess around when it comes to relaxing and soaking up the sun! Enjoy the feeling of Aloha here & we'll see you back next year! Permit # 231168