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Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"Lovely Cabin, my son had an amazing experience. We will definitely come back"
United States
Iris
The price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Fern River Resort

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$429
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Bella Notte

Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Mays Luxury Farm Stays
3.0 star property
Los Gatos
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (21 reviews)
"A great place to stay in the Santa Cruz mountains. A little tricky to find and get to with winding mountain roads and no signs but that is part of getting away from everything and hanging with the chicks and ducks and geese all a-clucking. Fully stocked bar and kitchen made it so easy to just have fun. The dozens of huge koi fish will practically climb out of the pond when you start feeding them, and the chickens seemed to like Fritos. Watching the sun setting beyond the trees and hills while...
United States
James
The price is NZ$385
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Great location! Nice room comfy beds ! We had a great time and easy directions for check in and out !"
United States
Jeri K.
The price is NZ$1,163
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

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, (78 reviews)
"The room was clean. Host was very pleasant. Excellent location"
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$880
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kyle h.
The price is NZ$1,647
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

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, (73 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 NZ$577
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"

"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"I can't say enough about how great this condo was!! I highly recommend it!! So clean and cute with a great view!! We will definitely be staying here again!!"
United States
Juliane G.
The price is NZ$1,423
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"

Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk

Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Great little beach bungalow. Clean and close to everything!"
United States
Paul R.
Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Conveniently located"
United States
MARK M.
The price is NZ$1,314
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Great little space in a nice part of town. It was the perfect base camp for three of us!"
United States
finn r.
The price is NZ$1,178
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"This quaint, small cottage was perfect for a beach getaway trip. We loved how close it is to the beach, Java Junction and Crows Nest. "
United States
Jennifer C.
The price is NZ$1,200
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Super fun atmosphere - great TV - lovely location!"
United States
Carol A B.
The price is NZ$1,556
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

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 NZ$1,810
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great little place near the coolest park! "
United States
Michele D.
The price is NZ$1,025
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Pleasure Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Great place for a family. Excellent location for surfing, shopping, and small bites! "
United States
Kelda G.
Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Great location, nicely updated house, great stay!"
United States
Ben C.
The price is NZ$2,726
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay! We even extended a night! "
United States
Nicole G.
The price is NZ$1,525
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Cozy retreat near woods and sea

Cozy retreat near woods and sea
Aptos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"This is a gorgeous property, the layout is incredible and there are so many beautiful spaces to be in (indoors and out!). We had just one night but it's near a shopping center as well as a state park, so many options for anything you would want to do. Gracious host, comfortable beds, all the amenities, highly recommended!"
United States
Sharon B.
The price is NZ$1,215
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Cozy retreat near woods and sea
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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, 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 NZ$282 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

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