Vacation rentals with beach access in Santa Cruz

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Guesthouse in Santa Cruz

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

SC Boat Harbor/Boardwalk Hideaway

SC Boat HarborBoardwalk Hideaway House Manual/Rules Centrally located near Safeway, grocery outlet bargain market, whole foods, Trader Joe’s, Costco, Capitola Mall. Easy access on and off Highway 1 and Highway 17 Important information in case of emergency In the event of any major problems such as: 1. Fire- 911 2. Sickness -911 3. PAMF Urgent Care or 4. Dignity Health Hospital – 6500 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 5. Plummer- Jim-831-419-4906 6. Lisa- 831-419-3460 House Rules Cleaning fees $100 No smoking/drugs allowed on premises at anytime No loud parties No overnight guests without host knowledge . Under no circumstances should anything be put in toilets or bathroom/kitchen sinks that would clog up or cause any blockage. - [ ] Bathroom: all feminine products and paper towels, etc. should be placed in waste basket in bathrooms. Clogged toilets will be charged to guests! Kitchen: oils/greasy items to be placed in garbage cans instead of in kitchen sink. Remove all garbage to outside house garbage cans. All rooms:candles not to be used at any time by guests. Bedroom: remove sheets and pillow cases from bed, put in laundry basket and bathroom, but, Leave shams on pillows, and top bedspread draped on foot board of bed. Empty waste baskets and remove items from closet and under beds.

Jul 7 – 14

€ 168 per night

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Tiny home in Aptos

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviews

Bamboo Cottage in Aptos Mountain Retreat & Spa

Om Oasis is a beautiful and lush retreat center on several acres of a remote and peaceful 15 acre mountain top property. We host guests who wish to connect with the beauty of nature and experience peace. We are 10-15 minutes up the mountain and partially off-grid with little to no cell reception but with a great WiFi connection. There are a total of 7 guest accommodations (including this one) spread out over our developed 3 acres, making it always a very private experience and easy to distance.

Jun 10 – 17

€ 153 per night

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Cabin in Los Gatos

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 398 reviews

The Coach House

The Coach House is located on our mountain top horse and lavender farm. We offer youth summer camps so are set up for fun outdoor adventures and activities. Have fun with our horses, goats, and chickens! You can take a 10 min walk over to Nonno's Restaurant for wine/pizza/BBQ and bacchi ball, or take an 8 min drive into Los Gatos, or 15 min to Santa Cruz for the beach and some of the best restaurants and spas around!. Good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, kids, & behaved dogs!

Jan 29 – Feb 5

€ 117 per night

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Guest suite in Santa Cruz

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 998 reviews

Jade Studio by Beach at Jasmine Garden Oasis

Jasmine Garden Oasis Retreat House—3 block walk to quiet beaches. Ideal for individuals, couples, or families seeking serenity. SC Permit # 231326. Two upstairs independent guest studios inside our home, each with queen bed and extra beds for $25 charge: Jade Studio with private deck, and Birdsong Studio overlooking garden. Garden hot tub, meditation & QiGong instruction, bicycle loan, allergy-free, healing sessions, and low-EMF option--renewing for heart, body & soul. Sunrise/sunset at beach.

Oct 10 – 17

€ 143 per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Santa Cruz

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Cute Pleasure Point Studio - Walk to the Surf

In the heart of Pleasure Point, this remodeled, private studio is a short walk to the best surf spots in Santa Cruz. 3-minute walk to the stairs by O'Neill's house, and ~6 different breaks also within walking distance. Short stroll to coffee shops, restaurants and more. Walk or ride bikes (2 provided) almost everywhere. Quick drive to Capitola, Boardwalk & downtown Santa Cruz. Open to singles or couples (baby OK) that understand that our family lives in adjoining property. No pets allowed.

Aug 18 – 25

€ 148 per night

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Guest suite in Boulder Creek

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 903 reviews

Redwood Riverfront Getaway

We are nestled in the beautiful California Redwood forest next to the San Lorenzo River. Guests can enjoy our private guest suite with its own entrance and full bathroom. Our property features tall trees, seasonal river swimming on our private beach, fishing, kayaking, and exploring. We are close to downtown Boulder Creek, minutes away from Santa Cruz, wine tasting, hiking, fine dining, and the coastline. We have no hidden fees and even offer a full return of our cleaning fee. Permit #181307

Nov 20 – 27

€ 122 per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Aptos

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

Aptos-Seacliff Beach Studio by Yves

3 blocks/half mile walk to the beach (Seacliff). Quiet neighborhood - restaurants/shops nearby. High speed internet (fiber, 1GBPS) Large TV (netflix, prime...) King Size Bed (New as of March 2023) Private in-law studio with entrance through back yard (sliding glass door). All are welcome here! Previously listed under a different admin account called "Aptos - Seacliff Beach Studio" Still the same space but Yves is now primary admin on account. This previously received 78 5 star reviews!

Sep 1 – 8

€ 150 per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Cruz

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 606 reviews

Sunny Harborside Bungalow

Private cozy 1 br/1ba bungalow. This space boasts a taste of Latin American beach, Spanish 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. Private 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 "the space" section before booking re: 14% city tax payment required.

Dec 9 – 16

€ 151 per night

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Apartment in Santa Cruz

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Sunny, modern/contemporary one-bedroom.

Sunny, modern/contemporary one-bedroom in a duplex on a quiet street. Walk to the yacht harbor, Seabright beach, brewery, coffee & restaurants. Newly remodeled; beautifully furnished; fully stocked gourmet kitchen; tiled bathroom; hardwood floors; WiFi, cable. No pets. Easy street parking. Note: The Transient Occupancy tax for rentals less than 30 days in Santa Cruz is 14%. This additional charge will be added to your total due, upon acceptance of your booking request.

Oct 23 – 30

€ 147 per night

Guest favorite

Apartment in Santa Cruz

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 763 reviews

Christine's Cottage

Christine's Cottage is a cozy and very quiet space. It is 1.3 miles from the ocean and has a queen-sized bed, full bath, small kitchen, patio and a private entrance. There is high-speed Wi-fi, Directv and Roku streaming services are included . A laundry room is available on the property. Guests love the quiet neighborhood, the close proximity to the ocean, local restaurants, shopping, and The Boardwalk. Dogs are very welcome. There is no extra charge.

Sep 22 – 29

€ 162 per night

Guest favorite

Bungalow in Santa Cruz

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews

Vintage Charm Close to Downtown and Beaches

This beautifully & recently renovated studio with separate entry and private bathroom is in the middle of everything Santa Cruz has to offer: downtown, beaches, boardwalk, West Cliff Drive, bike paths, etc. are an easy walk or bike-ride. The studio is also a quiet area for remote work. We are pleased to host you and help make your experience great. You may also access the common-space gardens and hot tub in the spa-like back yard (upon request).

Sep 23 – 30

€ 153 per night

Guest favorite

Home in Santa Cruz

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 429 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.

Sep 14 – 21

€ 338 per night