Holiday rentals in Santa Cruz

2 bdrm Bungalow 3 blocks from the Beach

3 blocks to Twin Lakes State Beach, the Yacht Harbor & Crow's Nest restaurant. 8 blks to the Boardwalk. You’ll love the sunny, landscaped & fully enclosed yard w/ lounge seating on the deck, gas BBQ, hammock, outdoor fireplace, large teak dining table & tropical outdoor shower w/ warm water. Perfect for outdoor entertaining. Beach chairs & umbrellas provided, all you need to bring is your bathing suit! A great place for couples, families w/ kids, girls' getaway. Pet friendly ($50/pet per stay).

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

Hawaiian Beach House-1 block beach-Family Friendly

Beach & Lagoon Front! Views of the ocean from all decks and the kitchen/great room. 3 min walk to the beach. This house is centrally located to everything Santa Cruz has to offer. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious layout with a large eat-in kitchen great room, formal dining room, living room with fireplace, along with an outside deck with a fire pit This house is ideal for family get-togethers. There is nothing like sitting around the fire and listening to the waves crash on the beach.

Pet Friendly Cozy Pacific Grove Getaway Lic#0388

Escape to Pacific Grove - enjoy the entire house. One mile from the beach - Lover's Point, 17-Mile Drive, and Asilomar! Close to Big Sur, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Monterey Bay Aquarium. All the comforts of home and minutes to all the Central Coast of California has to offer. Recently remodeled with a lovely front yard. This unit is professionally cleaned and sterilized before every visit. Personally managed (I live 10 min away) for your peace of mind, I am available if you need me.

Theory of Color: A Sensory Retreat

Welcome to your serene sensory retreat! Tucked away in a tranquil, private location, this charming rental features vibrant lazure-style walls that evoke peace. Relax in the outdoor bathtub, embraced by nature. Unwind, recharge, and awaken your senses in this idyllic haven. Built in 1928 and fully modernized, this stylish retreat is bright and inviting. Enjoy easy walks to the beach (0.7 mi), harbor (0.5 mi), boardwalk (1.1 mi), downtown (1.5 mi), Rio Theater (0.5 mi), and UCSC (3 mi).

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

Private Cottage with a View

Brand new clean and cozy home with all the comforts you will need. Netflix and chill, or BBQ on your private patio, this home is indoor and outdoor living. Enjoy the plushness of this brand new home with a great view. Only 12 minutes to the ocean or boardwalk and step outside your front door to the redwoods. Privacy and proximity to amazing hikes, restaurants and town are perfect here. Just come relax in this plush cozy home.

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View

Steps away from miles of beautiful, unspoiled beaches, this 2 bedroom beach front condo is located in the highly desirable, gated Shorebirds community at Pajaro Dunes. Either enjoying the picture-perfect sunset, taking long walks on the beach, surfing, fishing, or building sand castles, you are sure to capture memorable, relaxing vacations in our comfortable, charming fully furnished condo.

Peaceful & Private Seabright, 1 mile from beach

600 sq. ft. home. Attention is paid to every detail, highest quality bed & linens, bbq, large private patio, SUPER PRIVATE & QUIET, one mile from the beach, walking distance to the harbor, 1 mile from the boardwalk, 5-7 minute drive to UCSC, restaurants walking distance as well as grocery stores. Fully equipped kitchen, 2 bikes, up to 3 occupants max