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1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Bella Notte

2. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518 reviews)
"Lovely Cabin, my son had an amazing experience. We will definitely come back"
United States
Iris
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Fern River Resort

3. Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Mays Luxury Farm Stays
3.0 star property
Los Gatos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (25 reviews)
"This property is just what you need if you are looking for a peaceful place to escape to in the mountains. The host was very friendly and helpful. The chickens were adorable. And the view was breathtaking. We would definitely come back for another stay."
United States
Adrianna
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Mays Luxury Farm Stays

4. 'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is €341
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

5. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Great place for the price. The bbq/fire pit area,along with the view is 5 stars! Hosts are responsive. Close drive to town, beach …"
United States
Kimberley
The price is €298
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

6. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is €398
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Redwood Home - view of the river!

7. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is €373
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

8. Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Wonderful place...perfect location! Very happy with our stay! The only thing to note is the parking area is very small, so anything larger than a midsize SUV will have to park elsewhere."
United States
Tiffany
The price is €456
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

9. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Location was great! "
United States
Alix Z.
The price is €327
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

10. Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
The price is €629
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

11. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Fabulous location, host was very easy to deal with, the layout of the property was great, amenities were top notch. Already planning a return trip later in the year!"
United States
Nik R.
The price is €416
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

12. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (270 reviews)
"Great host and location."
United States
Travis
The price is €329
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

13. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

14. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is €253
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Sunny Private Bungalow

15. 1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"The room was clean. Host was very pleasant. Excellent location"
United States
Alex
The price is €428
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

16. The Coastal Redwood Cabin - Hot tub, private creek! Dog OK!

The Coastal Redwood Cabin - Hot tub, private creek! Dog OK!
Soquel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The property is located in an entirely tranquil and peaceful setting. I had a great experience and the host was responsive and helpful. The hot tub is perfect for two!"
United States
Kim M.
The price is €637
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Coastal Redwood Cabin - Hot tub, private creek! Dog OK!

17. Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great place especially if you are headed to Santa Cruz to ride mountain bikes, minutes from all the good stuff at UCSC and empire grade. Real nice place, would love to own a house in this neighborhood. "
United States
nic m.
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

18. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Fantastic stay."
United States
Travis
The price is €454
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

19. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"The location is excellent and garage parking is the best! The accommodations provided everything we needed. The communication with the manager was timely and helpful. We would love to come back again! Thank you!"
United States
Emily H.
The price is €644
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

20. Seascape-updated ground floor 1 bedroom!

Seascape-updated ground floor 1 bedroom!
Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The host was very welcoming and it is a beautiful place! "
United States
Judith S.
The price is €480
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Seascape-updated ground floor 1 bedroom!
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Everything you need to know about Santa Cruz County holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Santa Cruz County holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, apart-hotels, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Santa Cruz County holiday rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search. 

Santa Cruz County holiday rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Santa Cruz County. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A Santa Cruz County holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of Santa Cruz County holiday rentals we have selected for you start as low as €133 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

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