Savor the Santa Cruz Sunshine

Moments upon waking, you could easily find yourself scanning the horizon for breaching whales. Fresh ocean breezes go well with your morning coffee (especially when you’re still in your bathrobe and bare feet) and nothing quite compares to the feeling of emerging into the sunshine for a day of adventure after a satisfying night of sleep.


These experiences are typical when staying in a California vacation rental…and will highlight the best of Santa Cruz. Not that you’ll need much help when it comes to enjoying this charming town on the Central Coast; For starters, Monterey Bay is the site of Santa Cruz’s famous Beach Boardwalk, where it’s possible to take a ride on The Giant Dipper (an old wooden rollercoaster), play some pinball and maybe even snag some cotton candy for old time’s sake. Not every Historic Landmark is this much fun, so be sure to take advantage.


Santa Cruz, also known as Surf City, will also treat you to a leisurely and pleasant day of strolling and shopping downtown. Nature lovers will love exploring the Pajaro Valley and a calendar filled with special events and festivals means that you could end up with the chance to truly absorb the culture of this wine-loving, bird-watching, restaurant-filled and action-packed locale.


Paired with a convenient beach house that makes you feel like royalty or a bungalow on the river that’s as peaceful a place as you can imagine, it’s easy to see that a Santa Cruz vacation will keep you busy when you want to be and unencumbered when you don’t.


Book a vacation rental in Santa Cruz today and then let the countdown to California bliss begin.

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Vacation Rentals in Santa Cruz

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Tudor Rose Manor-Family Reunion Home – Property 204971

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 7 bedrooms, sleeps 22, 4 bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, accept credit card
  • $6,225/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 7, 2008
Tudor Rose Manor: Sleeps up to 22. 7+bedrooms, 4-Baths. Just a 4-minute stroll to the waves of the large Rio Del Mar beach with it's fun deli and fine restaurants...

Bucks Beach Bungalow-7 doors to beach, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Bicycles – Property 203695

  • Santa Cruz rental - bungalow, 1 bedroom, sleeps 6, beach, accept credit card
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 7, 2008
This cozy and freshly remodeled 1920's garden-style bungalow is less than one block from the beach. Special features include a new $10,000 hot tub with colored...

Ocean Front 180 Degrees of Ocean Right in Your Face – Property 173974

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8, 2 bathrooms, beach, waterfront, washing machine
  • $3,000/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 6, 2008
Look out through the windows in the upstairs bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, and living room, as if you were watching an endless movie real.

Harbor Lights ~~ Luxury Home & Spectacular Views ~~ Pets Welcome! – Property 145807

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8, 2 bathrooms, beach, waterfront, washing machine
  • $3,500/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 7, 2008
Truly the ideal location for a fun-filled Santa Cruz vacation. This house has it all. Panoramic views from all living areas, walk to Twin Lakes Beach and the...

Harbor View House ~ The perfect Santa Cruz Vacation and pets are welcome! – Property 173336

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms, beach, waterfront, washing machine
  • $2,100 - $2,450/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 7, 2008
Welcome to Harbor View House ~ the ultimate family vacation home at the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Enjoy your time at the beach in this comfortably furnished house...

The Cottage on Evergreen Lane – Property 164727

  • Santa Cruz rental - cottage, 1 bedroom, sleeps 5, 1 bathroom, mountain, near the ocean, accept credit card
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 5, 2008
The charm of this cottage in the Santa Cruz Mountains amid the redwoods of Boulder Creek, sleeps 5. One queen bed, a double futon and a twin bed.

Dolphin Cottage ~ Oceanfront Luxury Family Home ~ Pets Welcome! – Property 217620

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms, beach, washing machine
  • $2,600/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 4, 2008
Watch dolphins and whales frolic in the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary literally at your feet! Relax in front of the fireplace or tan on the wraparound decks.

Blacks Beach Retreat- Steps to the Private End of Twin Lakes Beach. – Property 167869

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms, beach, washing machine
  • $1,400 - $1,750/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 6, 2008
Contemporary, new home, six houses from the best beach in Santa Cruz. Master bedroom has Cal. king bed, down quilt and ocean view.

Huckleberry Woods Escape - Views & Pool for Large Gatherings – Property 182521

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 6 bedrooms, sleeps 16, 3 bathrooms, mountain, village, accept credit card
  • $5,200/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 4, 2008
This 3,200 square foot gated estate home is nestled in the redwood forest centrally located between the urban magic of San Francisco and the luxurious golf courses...

Michell's Cove Beach House – Property 190646

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8, 1 bathroom, beach, downtown, washing machine
  • $1,900 - $2,200/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 7, 2008
Located just a short, flat block from the beach, this family-friendly sunny home has a welcoming floor plan and is perfect for your next family vacation!

Harbor Haven ~ Cozy Luxury At The Beach & Pets are Welcome! – Property 147273

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 1 bedroom, sleeps 2, 1 bathroom, beach, near the ocean, washing machine
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 5, 2008
This is one of the most unique vacation properties in Santa Cruz. Located within steps of both the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and Crow's Nest Restaurant, it is also a...

Charming Family Vacation Home at Beach and Harbor – Property 165619

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 10, 3 bathrooms, downtown, near the ocean, internet access
  • $1,980/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 6, 2008
Casa de Alta Loma provides a comfortable, cozy, and self-sufficient environment, fully enjoyable within itself, and strategically well located in a world-class...

Artist owned and operated vintage cottage – Property 177723

  • Santa Cruz rental - cottage, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, 1 bathroom, beach, near the ocean, washing machine
  • $1,100 - $1,350/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 4, 2008
Quit neighborhood residential one half block from Lighthouse Field State Park and beach. Lavishly decorated and inspired by 1920's era grand transportation...

Large 2 story house next door to beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay. – Property 174651

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 18, 3 bathrooms, beach, waterfront, washing machine
  • $3,950/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 5, 2008
You won’t want to leave our large beach house, steps away from the 26th Ave Beach. Enjoy 2900 Sq. Ft. and a deck that stretches the length of the house for even...

Vaquita House Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Private Beach – Property 151603

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4, 1 bathroom, beach, village, accept credit card
  • $1,500 - $1,800/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 7, 2008
We offer a beautiful two bedroom, one bath home on prestigious Opal Cliff Drive. Surfers get ready for winter swell! The Vaquita House is a newly remodeled cottage...

Santa Cruz beachfront house with ocean views, hot tub,weekly rental – Property 162884

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8, 2 bathrooms, beach, waterfront, washing machine
  • $2,908/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 3, 2008
This spectacular beach front house sits right on the sand, enjoying wide-open views of the sailors and surfers out on Monterey Bay.

Heart of Santa Cruz-central to all in a quiet residential area! – Property 152680

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 24, 2 bathrooms, 2 half baths, beach, downtown, accept credit card
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 2, 2008
Our home is centrally located in the heart of Santa Cruz, close to everything! It is has 2 fully-equipped kitchens and is a furnished vacation rental available year...

'Seabright Cottage' Newer Vacation Home – Property 187613

  • Santa Cruz rental - house, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 7, 2 bathrooms, beach, town, accept credit card
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 5, 2008
You are invited to experience Santa Cruz at the 'Seabright Cottage.' This beautiful single family home has a spacious, sunny interior; a perfect place for relaxation...

Blackpoint Cottage at Sunny Cove – Property 160538

  • Santa Cruz rental - cottage, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, washing machine
  • $1,900/week
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 4, 2008
Welcome to Blackpoint Cottage at Sunny Cove! Situated on a dead-end private road in a quiet but centrally located area off East Cliff Drive with distant filtered...

Ocean Front Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz – Property 204086

  • Santa Cruz rental - cottage, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4, 2 bathrooms, beach, mountain, swimming pool
  • Calendar Last Updated On: Sep 1, 2008
Ocean view home with roof high sundeck for 360 degree view of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Mountains. This modern home has all the amenities you would want except...
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