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Bel Air Santa Cruz Steps to Beach
Experience coastal living in this peaceful elegant beach home Spacious fully renovated home is clean fresh and modern while keeping its cozy beach life charm Open beam ceilings, ample windows, and sliding doors connect the open kitchen living room to private backyard patio creating a light and free flowing space Warm and tranquil this fully furnished three bedroom home is the ideal place to enjoy beach life Come to the sea Take a few moments to slow down and see the world with a little wonder

Capitola Village Wind + Sea Home
Our beautifully renovated 2 bedroom (Both upstairs) and 2 full bathrooms (One on the ground floor and one on the upper floor) along with a ground floor plush queen sleeper sofa and ground floor great room with dining for 7 plus a bar table separating the kitchen from the living room is in the perfect location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, or a nice walk along the river. We are right in the Capitola Village. We hope you enjoy your stay. If you have questions, we respond promptly.

Copper Nest beach retreat with stunning views
The Copper Nest is an ideal getaway located steps from the beach in the gated community of Pajaro Dunes where the Pajaro River meets the Pacific Ocean. This newly designed three bedroom home is customized to create a serene beach retreat for you and your guests. This newly designed three bedroom home has a well equipped kitchen and outdoor seating, game, and BBQ areas. There are stunning ocean and agricultural views from every room. Close to California's popular food and travel regions.

Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
Permit# 231467 Incredible modern home just steps from the best beach in all of Santa Cruz! Ocean and sand views, listen to the waves as you sleep on designer beds, cook in the chefs kitchen, and soak in the hot tub. Perfect central location, less than 5 minutes to boardwalk and downtown. 5 minutes to colorful Capitola village. 9 minutes to UC Santa Cruz Campus. 4 Electric bikes, 4 surfboards, and a kayak to take out and play in the waves! Plus the beach is right out front to enjoy!

Serene luxury beach bungalow in Pleasure Point
Just steps away from the breathtaking Santa Cruz coast lies Bungalow318. This 1940's bungalow has been meticulously renovated and is ready for your relaxing retreat, romantic getaway, surfing adventure or family vacation. Relax in the open concept family room, enjoy a day at the beach or surfing world-class surf breaks, lounge in the hot tub and spend a cozy evening on the patio lounge in front of a warm fire. The ways to enjoy this special property are endless!

Quiet Beach Cottage in the heart of Capitola
Nestled into the heart of Capitola, this beach cottage is walking distance to the best of Capitola (Rental Permit #261046). Newly remodeled stunning two bedroom home, two bath, with a Pottery Barn pull out couch, this home is built for comfort and relaxation. Walking distance to Capitola Village(1 mile) and pleasure point (.5). Just blocks to the beach, local breweries, restaurants, shopping and iconic surfing. This home was designed for a peaceful getaway!

Modern Beach Retreat-Free EV Charging
This open and airy modern home is a 5 minute walk to Rio del Mar beach. Enjoy the clean design, large deck and indoor outdoor living. Numerous outdoor activities at your doorstep including golf, world class surf breaks, and renowned biking and hiking trails in the forest of Nisene Marks. Equipped with high speed internet, a projector and Sonos sound system. Our place comfortably hosts five and is good for couples, business travelers, solo, and families.

Tropical Seabright Beach and Boardwalk Getaway
Come soak up the sun and positive vibes of Santa Cruz in our private, adorable, tropical two-bedroom retreat. Enjoy all the comforts of home in a prime location, within easy walking distance to the beach, the Boardwalk, the yacht harbor, and delicious local eateries. The cottage is thoughtfully stocked with beach extras to make your stay effortless and fun. The perfect home base for couples, friends, and families looking to enjoy the best of Santa Cruz!

Beach View Cottage - Hot Tub
Gorgeous, newly remodeled, home with amazing views of the ocean, beach, and lagoon. Hot tub, bikes, surfboards, kayak. Everything you could possibly want for a Santa Cruz trip in a spectacular setting VR PERMIT # 191354 Just 200 yards from the beach, this tranquil beach view cottage is your perfect beachside escape. Located on a quiet, private street in Pleasure Point, this charming and newly updated two-story home offers stunning ocean views.

Mount Hermon Creekside Cottage
Have fun with the whole family at this adorable cottage nestled in the redwoods. (Permit Number 231151) Views of the creek and only steps to the conference center at Mount Hermon, less than 1/2 mile to the famous redwood forest of Henry Cowell; this home is perfect to stay in and relax or to go explore and use as a homebase. Newly remodeled kitchen, with everything you would need to host a dinner party, kids games, books, TV and so much more.

Sunlit Surf House 3 BR/2BA Downtown +Walk To Beach
Located on a quiet street Downtown Santa Cruz. Your family can walk to shops, restaurants, beach, wharf and Boardwalk! Great for couples, families, and traveling professionals. Perfect for quick getaways or long holidays! This is a multi-unit property - all rental spaces are private. *Shared Driveway Parking with proper planning and communication. Parking Pass for Neighborhood is also included.

8 Palms
Clean and Comfortable 2 bedroom 2 bath Ranch Style House in a Great Central Location!!! Close to Downtown, The Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, The Santa Cruz Wharf, Seabright Beach, The Boat Harbor, The Crows Nest, Seabright Social, The Buttery, Lillians Italian Restaurant, The Crepe Place, Shoppers Corner, Whole Foods. Basically there are a bunch of great amenities very close.
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2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

Beautiful Large 4BR Home with POOL

Santa Cruz Beach House with Pool & Spa

Private Pool Villa for family getaways

Redwood Oasis - Private Heated Pool by State Park!

2-Acre Creek Estate: Pool, Spa & Firepit

Old Amesti Schoolhouse mid-bay amidst farmland
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Magnolia Garden Bungalow :)Dogs/Hot Tub

BoardwalkOasis-HotTub+EBikes+Surfbrd+GameRoomKayak

Airy Open Concept Modern Home: 3br/2bath + Office

Walk to everything! Surf Colony Modern Surf Shack

Beach Oasis in Downtown Santa Cruz

Peaceful & Private Seabright, 1 mile from beach

Cozy Cabin on beautiful farm, walk to Henry Cowell

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Bright, Beachy 1 Bedroom +Office

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The Seacliff Family Beach House!

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