Santa Cruz County Holiday Rentals

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Top Holiday Rentals Destinations in Santa Cruz County

Fern River Resort
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (393)
"This was my our first time here and the wife and I loved it! Affordable getaway for a fair and reasonable price tag. Lots of local attractions and a wonderful spot to call "home" for a few nights. We are coming back soon for sure."
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Fern River Resort
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!

7.4 out of 10, Good, (18)
"Very nice interior. Room was great with definite upgrades, still some work to be done, but overall very pleased with the room, pool, hot tub, and service."
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
Aptos Ocean / Bayview Cottage near beaches. Pets & parking. Walkable to beach
Outdoor dining

Aptos Ocean / Bayview Cottage near beaches. Pets & parking. Walkable to beach

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"The cottage was the perfect location for our visit to Aptos. Joe was friendly and inviting. The place was cute and perfect for our stay over. Close to our event so that was a plus. Thank you, we will be back. :)"
The price is AU$515
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Aptos Ocean / Bayview Cottage near beaches. Pets & parking. Walkable to beach
Top level, premium oceanfront condo with 180° unobstructed ocean view.
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Top level, premium oceanfront condo with 180° unobstructed ocean view.

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (328)
"Beautiful location!"
Top level, premium oceanfront condo with 180° unobstructed ocean view.
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Beach nearby, beach towels

Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (220)
"This place is pretty nice and cute, and has a great location. It's a bit tight on space, but we knew that going in. My main complaint is that the fold-out couch in the living room is very fragile. It has instructions about how to pull it out gently, etc., which we followed; but no matter how careful we were, the fold-out part always collapsed after a few minutes of light usage. So we told our son to sleep on the other half of it, which is the main couch part. The place also gets pretty hot...
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Interior

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Perfect Ocean View. Cozy Place "
The price is AU$600
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Listed July 2022
Interior

Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Listed July 2022

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous, beautifully-located condo overlooking the Pacific Ocean! Communication with the owner was fantastic when we had an issue with one of the tv’s (a previous guest’s issue). Definitely will stay here again soon!"
Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Listed July 2022
Sweet Spot in the Santa Cruz Redwoods 10 minutes from the Ocean
Outdoor spa tub

Sweet Spot in the Santa Cruz Redwoods 10 minutes from the Ocean

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"I booked my stay based off of this property’s proximity to the redwoods and the beach, as well as their reviews. The hosts were amazing and very accommodating. When I drove in there was a massive rain storm and Emkay was very kind making sure that the cabin was ready for my arrival. They went out of their way to be wonderful with the hiccups that happen naturally with significant storms and they were wonderful with my pup. I would highly recommend staying at this property for anyone considering...
Sweet Spot in the Santa Cruz Redwoods 10 minutes from the Ocean
Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Our stay was exactly what we were looking for. The unit was clean, modern, comfortable and had everything we could need while away from home. The location is idyllic. Steps from a beautiful, natural beach that is never crowded, always clean and mesmerizing any time of day or night. Easy drive to popular destinations like Monterey, Santa Cruz, Big Sur. The area is very rural with local agriculture fields and an average working class town with convenient shopping and amenities. Nearby we highly...
Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
Outdoor dining

The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65)
"I spent two nights here while my daughter was visiting a friend at UCSC and the stay was fantastic. Easy check in process, beautiful property, and very cozy rental. The bed was super comfortable and the sound of the rain on the roof was lovely. The view the next day and the sunset once the rain cleared was gorgeous. Also, the proximity to the store (Safeway) was great as I had to buy ice a couple of times (no freezer, just fyi). Not a big deal though. Hosts were friendly and accommodating. Will...
The price is AU$294
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
Seascape Garden Studio Minutes From Ocean Or Redwoods
Beach

Seascape Garden Studio Minutes From Ocean Or Redwoods

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Enjoyed it. Nice clean little room. Safe area. Easy in & out."
Seascape Garden Studio Minutes From Ocean Or Redwoods
Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location!
Exterior

Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (146)
"AMAZING home in the perfect location! We had a wonderful stay."
Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location!
Boardwalk Beach House
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Boardwalk Beach House

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (89)
"We had a wonderful time. The house was exactly what we were looking for. A half-mile from everything. Would definitely stay here again. "
Boardwalk Beach House
Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets

Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (130)
"Great location."
Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location
Vacation Home in Seabright
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Vacation Home in Seabright

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (35)
"Easy walk to both Seabright beach and the Boardwalk. Plenty of space for a family of 6. Would stay here again."
Vacation Home in Seabright
Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
On the beach

Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (184)
"This was a conveniently located quiet neighborhood. Each bedroom had a private bath and there was good separation between the bedrooms. I would have preferred a double or queen bed in the 2nd bedroom for my group, but the twin beds would work really well for families with kids. I would gladly stay at this property again. "
Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!
Exterior

Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (145)
"Great place to have fun, family time and enjoy the beach life."
Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!
"By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk
View from property

"By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"This property is really nice… nice older house with lots of charm, great backyard, and close to a lot of attractions. You can tell the owner has put a lot work into the home. Only problem is the noisy intersection the house sits at… cars go zooming by all day, and all night. On a Friday and Saturday night, the traffic noise is pretty bad if you’re a light sleeper."
"By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk
Seabright Beach House
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Seabright Beach House

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"Excellent location. Steps from Seabright beach Host quickly responded to any questions & issues. Furnishings were a bit sparse but comfortable. "
The price is AU$929
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Seabright Beach House
OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT!
Terrace/patio

OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"Spectacular view. Outstanding front deck and true to form pictures. Walking access to so many beautiful Santa Cruz destinations including Natural Bridges, the Wharf and the Boardwalk, and downtown. Comfy beds and plenty of space for 10 ladies seeking a fulfilling escape from the day to day mundane! Some plumbing issues but they were quick to send reinforcements to get it tended to."
OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT!
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