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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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Seabright Cottage
Seabright Cottage: 2008 prices; close to Beaches, Parks, Eateries, and Fun! — Property 187613
- House
- 2 bedrooms , sleeps 5
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1484 - $1654 per property per week
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Allegra Villa Alla Spiaggia – See & Hear the Ocean — Property 236256
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 7
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- balcony
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2250 - $2750 per property per week
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Vaquita House Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Private Beach — Property 151603
- House
- 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
- 1 bathroom
- beach, village
- internet access
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1500 - $1800 per property per week
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Spectacular Views Await You! — Property 223876
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 10
- 4 bathrooms
- beach, waterfront
- balcony
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2500 per property per week
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Blackpoint Cottage at Sunny Cove in Santa Cruz - pets welcome! — Property 160538
- Cottage
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- jacuzzi
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1730 per property per week
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Tudor Rose Manor-Family Reunion Home — Property 204971
- House
- 7 bedrooms , sleeps 22
- 4 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- pool
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $4702 per property per week
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Welcome to Harbor View Flat aka 'The Sugar Shack' ... one SWEET place!! — Property 208613
- Chalet
- 2 bedrooms , sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, downtown
- balcony
- Rates (shown in USD)
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Dolphin Cottage ~ Oceanfront Luxury Family Home ~ Pets Welcome! — Property 217620
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- beach
- balcony
- Rates (shown in USD)
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Blacks Beach Retreat- Steps to the Private End of Twin Lakes Beach. — Property 167869
- House
- 2 bedrooms , sleeps 6
- 2 bathrooms
- beach
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1400 - $1750 per property per week
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Michell's Cove Beach House - one block off of West Cliff! — Property 190646
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 8
- 1 bathroom
- beach, downtown
- jacuzzi
- Rates (shown in USD)
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