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Beach Lodge

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Beach Lodge offers accommodations in Santa Cruz, a 5-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

J
Jennifer
From
United States
The house was decorated very cute and all the bathrooms and kitchen were fully stocked with anything you might need! The 3 tvs were huge and came with multiple streaming services. It was very close to the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
$330.65
1 night, 2 adults

Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

A 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Harbor Beach in Santa Cruz, Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi features accommodations with access to a hot tub, spa...

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Yonatan
From
Israel
the house is beautiful and every little detail is taken care of. The rooms are big and comfortable, the kitchen is great and the living spaces are inviting to stay home all day. it's very quiet even though it's close the 7th ave and the beach is a short walk away. there's a nice cafe 2 min walk from the house and a fish market 10 min walk. we would definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$1,885.55
1 night, 2 adults

The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

The Midtown Cottage- w/ Private Entrance and Views is located in Santa Cruz, just 1.7 miles from Santa Cruz Beach and 1.8 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

b
benjamin
From
United States
Clean and well appointed little spot. I'd love to come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
$201.80
1 night, 2 adults

Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Discover a modern coastal escape at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages, located just 100 feet from Sunny Cove Beach on Monterey Bay.

M
Moritz
From
France
All was great, friendly helpful staff, the rooms and beds were comfortable, clean fresh bathroom with a hot powerful shower, Breakfast with a view to the beach. What more could you ask for?
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Price from
$259
1 night, 2 adults

Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

10 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz, Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz offers accommodations with access to wellness packages and fitness room.

P
Petersen
From
United States
Perfect location. Close to so many beautiful places to visit. Clean, cozy and well stocked with all the right amenities + additional perks for luxury. We very much enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
$478.90
1 night, 2 adults

Luxury Garden View - Seascape Beach - Heated Pool

Aptos (Near Santa Cruz)

Luxury Garden View - Seascape Beach - Heated Pool is located in Aptos, just a 4-minute walk from Seascape Park Beach and 11 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

S
Steve
From
United States
Amazing location. The condo is beautiful and had everything we needed, including beach chairs and towels. Super clean and comfortable! Steps to the beach and perfect weather. Thanks David! You’re an excellent host and communicator!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
$438
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Paradise- 4 Min Walk To Beach

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Beach Paradise- 4 Min Walk To Beach offers accommodations in Santa Cruz, a 5-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

F
Foote
From
United States
well done, beautiful apartment well thought out has all the creature comfort's. including a bad ass steam iron. super clean, right in a perfect spot, legit 4 min walk to the beach. the Sunday farmers market was going, I minute walk. lots of people watching. I would 100% book this property again!!! plus 3 full bathrooms, dude you can't get better than that, specially with a larger family. all and all super friendly , fast response , very fair price for what your getting. thank you again, Niles Foote
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

A comfortable vacation home within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio offers a base for a relaxing getaway in Santa Cruz.

R
Rodrigo
From
United States
Amazing location in walking distance to everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Evergreen Escape

Felton (Near Santa Cruz)

29 miles from San Jose Convention Center in Felton, Evergreen Escape features accommodations with access to a hot tub. The air-conditioned accommodation is 14 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

D
Dylan
From
United States
Property was well stocked with everything we needed. It was wonderfully and thoughtfully decorated and had plenty of space for us all.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Seascape Aptos Retreat w/ Bocce Ball Court!

Aptos (Near Santa Cruz)

Seascape Aptos Retreat w/ Bocce Ball Court! offers accommodations in Aptos, 12 miles from Pasatiempo Golf Club and 13 miles from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

c
cheryl
From
United States
great location and very nicely decorated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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These cottages in Santa Cruz and nearby have options with free cancellation

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

4 Room Sleeps 8plus Tranquil Home

107 Pearl Street
Free cancellation options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Harbor View Haven

475 Mello Lane
Free cancellation options available

East Side Beach House

21724 East Cliff Drive #2
Free cancellation options available

Traveling by car? These cottages in Santa Cruz and nearby offer free parking

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $237.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Very clean. Nice location. Cool little cottage.
Guest review byGary
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $294.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
The property was very close to the sea and you could site on the community Deck and just relax. The cottage had everything a family could need , was clean nicely decorated and was ideal for our stay.
Guest review byLesley
Family with young children