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Capitola vacation rentals start at €78 per night before taxes and fees

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70 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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50 properties have a dedicated workspace

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100 of Capitola vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Capitola stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated beach access rentals in Capitola
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Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Permit 171035 Featured by Sunset Magazine as a “chic escape,” this Peaceful Treehouse-style retreat blends mid-century design with natural materials like wood and stone for a calming, sanctuary feel. Light pours through floor-to-ceiling windows beneath soaring wooden beams, and Japanese-inspired doors add to the architectural charm. Set high in the trees with ocean views, the home offers three elevated decks including one with a hammock. Perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding canopy.

The Capitola Cottage- Steps to Surf & Sand!
This sunny historic cottage is located in the heart of the Capitola Village. Built in 1918 and beautifully remodeled in 2015, this charming beach retreat is just steps from the sand, surf, restaurants, and boutiques. Perfect for a coastal getaway and an easy escape from Silicon Valley. Self Check-In Air Conditioning Fully Equipped Kitchen Plush Towels Salon Bath Products Beach towels Beach Chairs & Umbrella Boogie Boards Board Games Nintendo Switch Dock Instant Pot Coffee & Tea Weber BBQ Grill

Steps to Capitola Beach♦King Bed♦EVCharger♦Pets OK
Recently renovated with hardwood floors & stainless steel appliances. Spend your next beach getaway in the heart of the Capitola Village, a 3 minute walk to the beach, restaurants & shopping. This lovely 2-bedroom house has a private balcony w/a BBQ & sleeps up to 6. Level 2 EV charger in garage. Convenient Amenities Include: *Self check-in *Wireless Internet *Dog Friendly - 1 dog (40lbs +/- max) *Parking for 1 car in the attached garage (w/EV Charger) *Roku TV with Netflix, Disney+, YouTube

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.

Oceanview Family Playground
Family-friendly oceanview home at Pleasure Point. This inviting retreat offers a backyard play area, including a water table and climbing structure for the little ones. Enjoy outdoor dining, the BBQ grill, the hot tub, hammocks. Inside, take in two living areas, two en-suite bedrooms, toys, playhouse, and baby amenities. EV charger in garage. Nearby, find great surfing spots, a coastal bike trail, Capitola Village, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Create memories at your Pleasure Point home!

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!

Coastal Architectural Gem in Capitola
A Nantucket-inspired cottage designed by award-winning architect Tobin Dougherty — featured in Sunset Magazine, Fine Homebuilding & Better Homes and Gardens. Don’t miss the signature Tower of Light: a family library with a plexiglass floor that floods the dining room below with sunshine. Three patios, including a front garden, a dining room terrace perfect for people-watching, and a second-story crow’s nest. Just .3 miles from Capitola Village, the beach, and the legendary Gayle’s Bakery.

Summer is Great at Opal Cliff Beach House!
Opal Cliff Beach House is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath, home on Opal Cliff Drive. Located in a quiet neighborhood, but close to all the fun things! Views of the ocean across the street. Privates Beach a few doors down and the Hook Surf Spot and Pleasure Point at the corner - several sets of stairs. Lovely 15-minute walk to Capitola. One of the oldest and favorite vacation rentals in Santa Cruz - over 22 years! Many repeat guests. Super well supplied. Luxury, comfy accommodations. Perfect spot!

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.

Quiet Beach Cottage in the heart of Capitola
Nestled into the heart of Capitola, this beach cottage is walking distance to the best of Capitola (Rental Permit #261046). Newly remodeled stunning two bedroom home, two bath, with a Pottery Barn pull out couch, this home is built for comfort and relaxation. Walking distance to Capitola Village(1 mile) and pleasure point (.5). Just blocks to the beach, local breweries, restaurants, shopping and iconic surfing. This home was designed for a peaceful getaway!

Beach Suite
Welcome to your cozy private space, 1.5 blocks from a great local beach! The space is in a great centrally located neighborhood between downtown Santa Cruz and Capitola Village. Fully private suite with King size bed, living space and bathroom . A great location, charming, classic and cozy space. Many local beaches within walking distance. Soft top longboards, boogie boards, beach chairs, beach accessories available for use. No Animal Allowed!

Life is better at Capitola Beach
Enjoy the Capitola Village lifestyle from this 2 bedroom 1 bath newly renovated apartment just a short walk to Capitola Beach and Esplanade. 2 bedrooms with queen beds and queen sofa sleeper in the living room allows for sleeping up to 6. 1 bathroom with shower/tub. This is 1 of only 2 apartments in the building. Rent 1 or both for larger groups. On site coin operated laundry. Carport parking for 1 vehicle. Fully equipped kitchen.
Popular amenities for Capitola beach access rentals
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One Bedroom Suite 5

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Capitola Sanctuary

❤ of Capitola Village with Private Yard + Parking

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Spectacular Ocean View- Heated Pool & Spa Seascape

Beachfront Condo in Watsonville California

OCEAN Views and Steps from the BEACH, New & Modern

Your Coastal Sanctuary - Far from the Craziness

Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort
When is the best time to visit Capitola?
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| Avg. price | €237 | €240 | €251 | €262 | €266 | €317 | €349 | €348 | €289 | €262 | €274 | €258 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 13°C | 11°C |
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