Rocky Cliffs and Scenic Beaches Dot the Areas Surrounding Santa Cruz Rentals


Visit Bluffs, Stand on Cliffs, and Play Volleyball When You Reserve Santa Cruz Rentals


The craggy terrain of the region makes for spectacular seaside formations. Rock arches, windswept cliffs, and shoreline bluffs make for picturesque scenery along the coast. Play sports when you find yourself on the beaches near Santa Cruz rentals. Region beaches provide the terrain necessary for beach volleyball as well as scenic vistas. Hiking in the region is another physically demanding recreation option for guests of Santa Cruz vacation rentals. Santa Cruz beach rentals make getting to picturesque trails far easier.

Explore “Surf City” by Booking Santa Cruz Vacation Rentals


Surfing in the area is excellent, as are other activities. Take a surfing lesson or paddle the waves when you stay in Santa Cruz rentals. While the waves are nice, Big Basin State Park is another area that one can explore. Kayaking, fishing, golfing, whaling, and skateboarding are all popular in the area. Santa Cruz beach rentals often come with proximity to the park and the waves. If surfing and nature are not for you, try relaxing in the many spas of the area. Places to try for a massage or other treatments include Tea House Spa and The Spa at Chaminade. In addition to spas, many Santa Cruz vacation rentals often come with relaxing hot tubs.

See Art and More When You Reserve Santa Cruz Beach Rentals


Art and culture take center stage in Santa Cruz. Beach rentals can be found which are located near enough to walk to the great galleries and museums in the area. Festivals are popular too. Shakespeare Santa Cruz, the Capitola Art & Wine Festival, and the Santa Cruz Blues Festival provide much entertainment for guests of the region. Stay in a rental property to enjoy the best of what Santa Cruz offers. Book your vacation today.

While you are searching for California beach rentals, consider some coastal options like Los Angeles rentals, San Francisco apartment rentals, Santa Barbara rentals, or San Diego beach rentals. Other California areas include Big Bear Lake cabin rentals and Lake Tahoe vacation rentals.


Santa Cruz California Vacation Rentals

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Large 2 story house next door to beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay.

— Property 174651
Santa Cruz house rental - Just One House Away From Beach
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18,
House, 3 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$250 - $975/night
Calendar Updated Nov 20 2009

Property Review

This property was fantastic for our stay with a team of 11 people! Lot's of room with space for large groups to gather as well as private bedrooms to get away for some quiet time. Excellent...
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Artist owned and operated vintage cottage

— Property 177723
Santa Cruz cottage rental - Watercolour Cottage
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$1,350/week
Calendar Updated Nov 20 2009

Property Review

I was pleasantly surprised on my visit to the watercolor cottage. I felt the attention to detail was more than I expected, the decor was like a blast from the past /combined with chic bohemian...
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Welcome to Seashell Cottage!

— Property 216446
Santa Cruz cottage rental - Welcome to Seashell Cottage!
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, rural, garden
Calendar Updated Nov 20 2009

Property Review

hi guys - if you've had a good time at seashell, let other people / surfers know at glissers!
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Bucks Beach Bungalow-7 doors to beach, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Bicycles

— Property 203695
Santa Cruz bungalow rental - See Sailboats on Bay from Deck, sipping Fresh Lemo
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 6,
Bungalow, beach, jacuzzi
Calendar Updated Nov 20 2009

Property Review

Myself, 2 daughters & a Brittany Spaniel "Copper". We did have a fabulous time! The Bungalow was perfect for us. Our favorite parts were the fancy jacuzzi and the incredibly equipped kitchen ....
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Studio Apartment at Ocean Front Beach House: Sleeps 4

— Property 233036
Santa Cruz studio rental - Mitchells Cove Across the Street
Studio, Sleeps 4,
Studio, 1 Bathroom, beach, waterfront, jacuzzi
Rates - per property (USD)
$149 - $199/night
$990 - $1,393/week
$4,300 - $5,260/month
Calendar Updated Nov 19 2009

Property Review

We stayed here for Labor Day. The location is great...close to downtown, beach across the street, parks close by. We brought our bikes and basically rode everywhere. The weather was perfect and...
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5 Star Beach House -- 2,200 Square Feet -- Ocean View

— Property 232032
Santa Cruz estate rental - Back view of house.
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 20,
Estate, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$395 - $550/night
$2,500 - $3,000/week
Calendar Updated Nov 19 2009

Property Review

We spent a last minute weekend girl's trip here and had an incredible time. The house was even nicer than we'd imagined - beautifully maintained, fully stocked gourmet kitchen, and just the...
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Place on the Sand-Sleeps up to 6. 2- Bedrooms, 2-Baths. On the SAND!!

— Property 7023917h
Santa Cruz house rental - House And Beach
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
House, 2 Bathrooms, air-conditioning, balcony
Rates - per house (USD)
$330 - $440/night
$1,980 - $3,080/week
$2,903 - $11,421/month
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Forest Fountain Home *; 3BD/ 3BA, Sleeps 10, Swimmin Pool, Hot Tub

— Property 7030186h
Santa Cruz house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 3 Bathrooms, clothes dryer, dish washer
Rates - per house (USD)
$240 - $320/night
$1,440 - $2,240/week
$6,171 - $8,306/month
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PELICAN ROOST: 3 BD/ 2BA, Sleeps 8, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach, Pets OK

— Property 7010497h
Santa Cruz house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, blender
Rates - per house (USD)
$330 - $440/night
$1,980 - $3,080/week
$8,486 - $11,421/month
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Stunning Brand New Custom Home Eight Doors from Beach

— Property 249804
Santa Cruz house rental - Point Break Beach House
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 3 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$2,500/week
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Natural Bridges Beach Retreat, Hot Tub, Wifi

— Property 251016
Santa Cruz house rental - Across from Natural Bridges State Beach
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, downtown, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$249 - $395/night
$1,500 - $2,395/week
Calendar Updated Nov 18 2009

Property Review

I came here with my extended family for a week this summer. The home was a wonderful place to stay and we had a great time. It is in a nice neighborhood, just a short 5 or 6 minute walk down to...
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Lighthouse View Villa *; 4 BD/2.5 BA, Sleeps 10, Hot Tub on Roof Deck w/ view

— Property 7010494h
Santa Cruz house rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, balcony, beach
Rates - per house (USD)
$562 - $760/night
$3,420 - $5,320/week
$14,657 - $19,719/month
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Flamingo Del Mar Cottage* 2BD/1BA Sleeps up to 4, Hot tub

— Property 7010493h
Santa Cruz house rental - Flamingo Del Mar sunrise
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, beach chairs
Rates - per house (USD)
$262 - $350/night
$1,575 - $2,450/week
$6,750 - $9,085/month
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Redwood Beach Glen;4 BD/2BA, Sleeps 10, Hot Tub, Walk to Beach, Pets OK

— Property 7010496h
Santa Cruz house rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, air-conditioning, beach
Rates - per house (USD)
$375 - $500/night
$2,250 - $3,500/week
$9,643 - $12,978/month
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The View You Want; 4BD/2BA, Sleeps 12,BBQ, Pets OK

— Property 7010505h
Santa Cruz house rental - Front Yard View
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, blender
Rates - per house (USD)
$428 - $570/night
$2,610 - $3,990/week
$8,357 - $15,721/month
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Harbor Beach Family Home **; 3 BD/ 2.5BA, Sleeps 7, Heated Floors

— Property 7013529h
Santa Cruz house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, refrigerator, microwave
Rates - per house (USD)
$330 - $440/night
$1,980 - $3,080/week
$8,486 - $11,421/month
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Davenport Landing Beach Home; 3BD/2BA, Sleeps 10, ON the Beach

— Property 7014872h
Santa Cruz house rental - Your Fantasy Beach View
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, beach chairs
Rates - per house (USD)
$540 - $720/night
$3,240 - $5,040/week
$13,886 - $18,688/month
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A Cozy Cottage by the Sea. On Monterey Bay

— Property 207419
Santa Cruz cottage rental - Cottage is within two blocks of prime surfing
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, beach, near the ocean, garden
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Clean, Beautiful Seabright Home, Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, 2 Fireplaces

— Property 257433
Santa Cruz house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, jacuzzi
Rates - per property (USD)
$285 - $300/night
$1,995 - $2,450/week
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Opal Cliff Drive Cottage- with Private Beach Access

— Property 234868
Santa Cruz house rental - Madeline's Cottage
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, town, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$175 - $225/night
$1,175/week
Calendar Updated Nov 17 2009

Property Review

We (family of five) stayed four nights and enjoyed the cottage. The owners are friendly and helpful. The cottage is well maintained (clean) and kept in good shape. The master bed was very...
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Oceanside Boardwalk Townhouse; 4BD/ 3.5 BA, 1/2 blk to beach

— Property 7010498h
Santa Cruz house rental - Townhouses, Pool & Spa
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, air-conditioning, balcony
Rates - per house (USD)
$465 - $620/night
$2,790 - $4,340/week
$11,957 - $16,093/month
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Windows on the Harbor*; 3BD/2BA, Sleeps 10, Walk to Beach, Pets OK

— Property 7010499h
Santa Cruz house rental - Front of home, with deck
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, beach chairs
Rates - per house (USD)
$420 - $560/night
$2,520 - $3,920/week
$10,800 - $14,535/month
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Pebble at Sunny Cove; 4 BD/2 BA, Sleeps 12, Game Room. Close to Beach

— Property 7010513h
Santa Cruz house rental - Front of the Pebble at Sunny Cove
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12,
House, 2 Bathrooms, balcony, beach
Rates - per house (USD)
$442 - $590/night
$2,655 - $4,130/week
$11,379 - $15,314/month
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Beach View Porch Swing Cottage; 2 Bd/1 Ba, Sleeps 4, Pets OK

— Property 7010501h
Santa Cruz house rental - Porch Swing Beach View
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, beach chairs
Rates - per house (USD)
$296 - $395/night
$1,778 - $2,765/week
$7,618 - $10,253/month
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Serenity by the Sea 4BD/3BA, elegant home, across from Natural Bridges St Pk

— Property 7010503h
Santa Cruz house rental - Front Door
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 3 Bathrooms, air-conditioning, beach
Rates - per house (USD)
$405 - $540/night
$2,430 - $3,780/week
$10,414 - $14,016/month
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Outside Tuscan Fireplace Home*; 4+ BD/ 4BA, Sleeps 8, Hot Tub, Pets OK

— Property 7010520h
Santa Cruz house rental - The Outdoor Tuscan Fireplace
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 4 Bathrooms, beach, blender
Rates - per house (USD)
$645 - $860/night
$3,870 - $6,020/week
$16,586 - $22,322/month
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Fair Butterfly Cottage; 3 BD/ 1BA, Sleeps 7, Hot Tub, Walk to beach Pets OK

— Property 7010530h
Santa Cruz house rental - The Fair Butterfly Cottage is on Fair Ave
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 1 Bathroom, refrigerator, microwave
Rates - per house (USD)
$281 - $375/night
$1,688 - $2,625/week
$7,232 - $9,734/month
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1 House to the Beach; 4 BD/ 3.5 BA, Sleeps18, Walk to Beach, BBQ

— Property 7010524h
Santa Cruz house rental - Great ocean view from the balcony
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18,
House, 3 Bathrooms, balcony, beach
Rates - per house (USD)
$731 - $975/night
$4,388 - $6,825/week
$18,804 - $25,307/month
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Romantic Retreat* 1 Loft Bd/ 1 BA Hot Tub 1Block from ocean Pets OK

— Property 7010531h
Santa Cruz house rental - Front Gate
Studio, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, beach towels
Rates - per house (USD)
$210 - $280/night
$1,260 - $1,960/week
$5,400 - $7,268/month
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Decorators Harbor Cottage* 2BD/1 BA, Sleeps up to 4, Hot tub, Pets OK

— Property 7010519h
Santa Cruz house rental - Private front yard
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, dock boatslip, refrigerator
Rates - per house (USD)
$233 - $311/night
$1,400 - $2,178/week
$6,000 - $8,075/month