Beachfront vacation rentals in Santa Cruz County

Very cute and spacious 1 bedroom steps from the heart of Capitola. Well maintained and sunny and bright

We had a fabulous stay, the space was perfect for my family of 4. Amazing location, so close to great shops and restaurants as well as the coast - we loved watching all the surfers. We have small kids so we did cook at home quite a lot - the kitchen was really nice and had everything you could need (I always appreciate when there is oil to cook with for example!). We would definitely book again!

Great location near the beach, beautiful view of the lagoon. Big comfy beds.

Enjoyed funky decor at Liz’s place, being a quick easy walk to the beach, bed very comfortable. Only quibble was we couldn’t get door code until we arrived & one light bulb needed replacing. But overall we were very happy & would return. Enjoyed patio & privacy.

The place is beautiful and only steps away from a beautiful spot on the beach. Two of the rooms have a beautiful patio that provides an look into the ocean. The parking was a little bit difficult just because it is street parking and if you go on a crowded day you may have to circle around a couple times to get an open spot. The host was very kind and answered texts very quickly. I would stay here again in the future for sure.

This cottage was the perfect getaway for a long weekend with friends and a small dog. The bathroom was super clean, and we enjoyed hanging out in the front yard and being able to walk to the beach and shops, etc. Gabriel was super responsive, helpful and friendly! Will definitely be returning.

Truly a beautiful place to stay right on the ocean. Claudia was a great host. Was a perfect weekend. Thank you!

Laura’s place was spot on for our short stay. Beach was a stones throw away, which is where the kids wanted to spend their time. The place was perfect, it was clean, spacious, and well equipped. Detailed instructions for the apartment to go alongside the stay and useful local information.

Lovely condo and great host! Enjoyed the updated bathrooms, kitchen, and cute decor. Loved the views. Complex was full- some couples and some families with kiddos. It could get a bit noisy at times. (Mostly when kids were outside playing) We travel with ear plugs so it wasn’t really a problem. Beds were on the firm side. We would enjoy staying here again!

I had a wonderful stay! The place was clean, cozy, and exactly as described. The hosts were incredibly kind and responsive, making sure I had everything I needed for a comfortable visit. You can really tell they care about their guests and take pride in providing a great experience. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and well-managed place to stay. Thank you for everything!

Kristina’s place was absolutely beautiful and exactly as pictured. Breath taking ocean views and a short 5 minutes down to the beach. Kristina was very friendly checking in with us to make sure our trip was going good and if we needed anything. Would definitely stay here again !!! Great host great place and beautiful city !!

We had a wonderful short getaway at Sue’s place! The condo is just steps from the beach, pool, and jacuzzi. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves was relaxing, and the ocean breeze was very refreshing. It was exactly what we needed to reset and recharge. Everything was just as described, and we would stay here again! Thank you, Sue!

We had an amazing stay at this lovely vacation home just steps from the beach! The location couldn’t have been better—being able to walk to the shore in just minutes made our trip so relaxing and fun. The house itself was spotless, cozy, and very well cared for. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and we immediately felt at home. The beds were comfy, the decor was charming, and everything was thoughtfully arranged. It was the perfect spot to unwind after a day in the sun. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful beach getaway!

It was a great stay. We loved our time there and would definitely visit again.

This location is ideal for those who like easy access to hiking, walking, beach, pools etc. Also a short drive to Capitola, and Santa Cruz to the North. Views from the balcony are way better than the pictures. Stay here, you will not be disappointed.

Location was amazing! The walk to the beach was awesome. Super quick and beautiful, we went to the beach every day for sunrises and sunsets. Check in and check out was easy. Would definitely stay here again!

Our favorite part was the walk to the expansive beach. The resort is very nice, and the condo was great.

Location, location, location!! Right across the street from the beach with a beach view out the bedroom window. Lots to do in walking distance. We loved our stay in Capitola!

Glenn presents a wonderful, charming property. It is well appointed and clean. He has thoughtfully updated this vintage home in the Seabright neighborhood of Santa Cruz. It was really quiet and restful. Just a block away from an expansive beach. There’s nearby food and great coffee. The Santa Cruz Beachboardwalk is minutes away by foot. Glenn provides a multitude of sporting equipment for the guests enjoyment. We can’t wait to return.

We loved our weekend at Jamie's amazing apartment in Capitola! It was so easy to walk to the beach and we loved hanging out in the beautiful backyard with our little one. Perfect spot for our little family's getaway to the beach!

Erin’s Charming Pleasure Point Stay was perfect for our UCSC Graduation Weekend! The house was spotless, comfortable and updated - exactly like the photos! There were fans and thermostats in each room to fit everyone’s comfort level and lots of windows to bring in the ocean breeze. Beds were comfy and there were lots of extra blankets! The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed and more! The backyard was relaxing and my family loved the hot tub and foosball table. We were just a 10 minute walk to Capitola Village so we grabbed chairs from the garage and towels and headed down for a day at the beach! Morning walks to the beach and to the coffee shop were great! We would absolutely stay again!!

We’ve stayed at Pajaro Dunes before, but it’s been decades ago. Marc’s place was perfectly situated for privacy and views and was very clean and well appointed. The peacefulness and serenity were exactly what we were looking for. The beachy feel of the furnishings was charming and the unit included all that we needed including an upgraded and well furnished kitchen, a gas fireplace, a comfortable, king size bed and other essentials like extra blankets and a Kuerig coffee maker. Our only difficulty was when inadvertently trying to use the TV remote to change channels…Don’t Do That, Use the cable remote like it says in the instructions. Spent a thoroughly enjoyable four days here with side trips to Monterey and Carmel. Perfect home base for dining out and exploring the coast, and an excellent, proactive host.

Megan’s place was perfect for our family. Everything from her being super responsive and accommodating to perfect location, spacious space with cute decor, kitchen has pretty much everything we needed. Would absolutely recommend!

The location can’t be beat! Amazing to be right on the beach and stay in one of the iconic colorful houses. The house itself has cute decor. The bed was super comfy and so were the provided blankets. Be prepared to have people take their photo in front of your windows constantly but it made for interesting people watching and we spent a lot of our time out on the beach anyway. It’s a pain to bring your own linens but still totally worth it for the location!