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Tonight
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Tomorrow
12 Mar - 13 Mar
This weekend
14 Mar - 16 Mar
Next weekend
21 Mar - 23 Mar

Holiday Rentals in Santa Cruz

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!

7.0 out of 10, Good, (20)
"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$272
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH HOUSE plus COTTAGE... two guests each unit..
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH HOUSE plus COTTAGE... two guests each unit..

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (275)
"Wonderful and relaxing stay. Thank you for having me."
Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH HOUSE plus COTTAGE... two guests each unit..
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
Beach nearby, sun-loungers

The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (184)
"Grandparents, Parents and 3 boys stayed for a long weekendPlace and location was perfect, Having the bikes was perfect for riding down to the beach.Making store's in the fire pit was a plus after the day at the beach.We hope to stay again sometime.Thank You for Sharing your home with Us"
The price is AU$1,593
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
Outdoor dining

The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (74)
"My son and I decided to drive over to Santa Cruz for some great eats and beach time. Beautiful and comforting stay. Owners are kind. View is amazing! Thank you!"
The price is AU$303
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (309)
" Love the spacing, lots of room to spread out and big enough dining areas to share a nice meal together. Location is so perfect and relaxing, wake up to the sunrise and turn unwind with the sunset. Will definitely stay here again! "
The price is AU$2,469
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Oceanfront Santa Cruz - Pet Friendly! Street Construction is Done!
On the beach, beach towels

Oceanfront Santa Cruz - Pet Friendly! Street Construction is Done!

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (116)
"We have rented this home once a year for the past four years and always have a lovely stay. The views are amazing and the location cannot be beat. Due to the recent storms, there has been construction out front for our past two stays, but our stays were still great and the construction actually made the street more quiet. That being said, the construction is almost complete. We love just relaxing at the home, walking to the beach each day, and watching the sunset. We always leave feeling...
Oceanfront Santa Cruz - Pet Friendly! Street Construction is Done!
Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek
Exterior

Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (249)
"We had an incredible time during our visit! The house was in a beautiful and safe neighborhood, close to the beach, and restaurants/ coffee/ the boardwalk. Lots of street parking. The house was very clean, well stocked, and well set up to spend lots of time together with family or friends. The only issue we had was that the keys were not inside the lockbox at check in, but there were alternate ways to get inside the house - all listed in the check in instructions - and the property manager was...
Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek
Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!
Exterior

Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (146)
"Ever want to NOT leave such a great review so as to keep a place a secret?! Yeah this is that kind of place! AWESOME and quaint and all the good you could hope for! Don’t hesitate it’s worth it!"
Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach!
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, (192)
"The house was well appointed and had everything we needed. Close to beach and it is a dead end street so not a lot of traffic. "
Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR
Exterior detail

COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (221)
"We had an amazing time in this little cottage! Loved our mornings in the sun on the back porch with our coffee that was provided. Perfect location for morning and afternoon walks to restaurants and the beach! Awesome, relaxing bathtub! "
COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR
Beautiful retreat- 5 min walk from the Beach!
Miscellaneous

Beautiful retreat- 5 min walk from the Beach!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"The property was in great location. Quaint, quiet and great space. Two master bedrooms with full baths. 1/2 bath off living room area. Sleeps 6 comfortably. 4 adults and kids in living room on fold out or sleeping bag, air mattress on floor."
The price is AU$785
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Beautiful retreat- 5 min walk from the Beach!
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
Marina

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (233)
"We love the location of this house! Only a couple blocks to the beach and to restaurants at the harbor. A great beach house! The only problem was that the back bedroom got very cold at night and we could not find any heat source in there. We would still return to this place though, the location is worth it!"
The price is AU$1,064
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
Interior

Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (279)
"We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this charming beach cottage! The highlight for us was the proximity to the beach and definitely the hot tub – it was the perfect way to unwind after a day spent exploring the beach. The cottage is incredibly dog-friendly, with two spacious, enclosed yards that gave our two pups plenty of room to play and relax. We also loved how easy it was to access the property, and cleanup was a breeze, making it the most stress-free vacation. The kitchen was...
Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Beautiful yard, beautiful furnishings. Everything was clearly marked and easy to use. They had everything we needed. Basement inlaw suite was wanted by all and we had to negotiate. The fridge was huge but like the microwave, was too high for much of my family, (4 of us are under 5'2"). They even had a few board games and puzzles. Was a little disappointed the puzzle we tried was missing pieces, but it is understandable."
Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach
Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk
Exterior

Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"We stayed for two nights and really enjoyed our stay. The home has a lot of character and a well-stocked kitchen if you're planning to cook. It's also close to the boardwalk.I'd definitely book here again."
Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk
Modern Beach Home with Beautiful Deck & Hot Tub
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Modern Beach Home with Beautiful Deck & Hot Tub

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is beautifully appointed with a great supply of games, puzzles, and books. Everything you need is on hand. Our hosts communicated effectively and we appreciated the generous welcome basket. The patio and hot tub are delightful. 10/10 recommend."
Modern Beach Home with Beautiful Deck & Hot Tub
SUNNY 3+BDRM HOME-150 YARDS TO SAND
Beach nearby

SUNNY 3+BDRM HOME-150 YARDS TO SAND

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Our 2nd time here. Great location near the beach. Well-stocked house with good quality amenities (except for carving knives). However we did have a ceiling leak when it rained. Roofer responded quickly but needs fixing. We had a great time and great view of the of the collapsed pier debris "
SUNNY 3+BDRM HOME-150 YARDS TO SAND
Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!
Aerial view

Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"We had the best time. Your home is wonderful. It is the perfect location. We could walk everywhere we wanted to be and be in a nice relaxing home with beautiful views. I hope we stay there again. Thank you so much for letting us use your home as if it were ours."
Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!
Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi
Exterior

Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"My husband and I just got married last weekend and wanted to do a little mini moon getaway in Santa Cruz. The bungalow is cute and perfect distance from the beach/boardwalk and downtown. Our only recommendation would be a mattress topper for the bed. The bed was very uncomfortable and we both had backaches every morning. Other than that, we highly recommend!"
Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi
Palisades Cottage - with private Patio
Terrace/patio

Palisades Cottage - with private Patio

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (57)
"Celebrating grandma’s 91 birthday "
Palisades Cottage - with private Patio
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includes taxes & fees
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includes taxes & fees
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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Santa Cruz close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors to Santa Cruz like the scenic seaside and entertainment choices this destination is known for. Make sure you have time to check out the sporting events while you're in the area.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit: This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Cruz is located near the beach, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. It offers a private garden, a selection of games and 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. Our travellers also rate 2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee! as a favourite home for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many holiday rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 283 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Santa Cruz stay.

What’s there to see and do in Santa Cruz?

Family-friendly attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl, whereas Monterey Bay and Main Beach are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue are other places worth a visit.

What’s a holiday rental in Santa Cruz like?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Santa Cruz. Holiday rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs and fire pits so you'll feel just like you're at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental an attractive option for family trips.