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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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Santa Cruz Beach Hideaway
Santa Cruz Beach Hideaway: Guest Studio at Ocean Front Beach Hme Sleeps 4 Adults — Property 204814
- Apartment
- studio , sleeps 4
- 1 bathroom
- beach, waterfront
- jacuzzi
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $990 - $1393 per property per week
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Harbor Haven ~ Cozy Luxury At The Beach & Pets are Welcome! — Property 147273
- House
- 1 bedroom , sleeps 2
- 1 bathroom
- beach, near the ocean
- pets considered
- Rates (shown in USD)
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Large 2 story house next door to beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay. — Property 174651
- House
- 4 bedrooms , sleeps 18
- 3 bathrooms
- beach, waterfront
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1750 per property per week
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Artist owned and operated vintage cottage — Property 177723
- Cottage
- 1 bedroom , sleeps 3
- 1 bathroom
- beach, near the ocean
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1350 per property per week
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Welcome to Seashell Cottage! — Property 216446
- Cottage
- 1 bedroom , sleeps 2
- 1 bathroom
- beach, rural
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
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Cozy Bucks Beach Bungalow
Bucks Beach Bungalow-7 doors to beach, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Bicycles — Property 203695
- Bungalow
- 1 bedroom , sleeps 6
- beach
- jacuzzi
- Rates (shown in USD)
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5 Star Beach House -- 2,200 Square Feet -- Ocean View — Property 232032
- Estate
- 4 bedrooms , sleeps 20
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2500 - $3000 per property per week
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Santa Cruz Beach Hideaway 4
Studio Apartment at Ocean Front Beach House: Sleeps 4 — Property 233036
- Studio
- studio , sleeps 4
- 1 bathroom
- beach, waterfront
- jacuzzi
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $990 - $1393 per property per week
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Stunning Brand New Custom Home Eight Doors from Beach — Property 249804
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 10
- 3 bathrooms
- beach, near the ocean
- balcony
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $2500 per property per week
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Natural Bridges Beach Retreat
Natural Bridges Beach Retreat, Hot Tub, Wifi — Property 251016
- House
- 3 bedrooms , sleeps 8
- 2 bathrooms
- beach, downtown
- garden
- Rates (shown in USD)
- $1500 - $2395 per property per week
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