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Beach Lovers Retreat - Santa Cruz, CA
10 317 reviews

Beach Lovers Retreat

apartment, Twin Lakes
This two-bedroom house is located in Eastside Santa Cruz, just 0.5 kilometres from Moran Lake Beach and within 5 kilometres of both the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. The property has received excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings.
The 111 square metre house can accommodate up to six guests and features a fully equipped kitchen, a private fenced yard with barbecue grills, and a fireplace. Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi and the proximity to beaches and attractions.
Lower Westside Sanctuary By Natural Bridges  Beach - Santa Cruz, CA
9.9 322 reviews

Lower Westside Sanctuary By Natural Bridges Beach

apartment, Santa Cruz
This apartment is located on the quieter Westside of Santa Cruz, just a five-minute walk from Natural Bridges Beach and a ten-minute stroll from the town centre. It has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The home is a comfortable three-bedroom property with two bathrooms and enough space for eight guests. It comes equipped with a fully fitted kitchen, a Jacuzzi, a private garden, and a gas fire pit, as well as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.
Oceanview Retreat With Hot Tub - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8 112 reviews

Oceanview Retreat With Hot Tub

apartment, Twin Lakes
This coastal retreat is located just a short walk from the beach in Twin Lakes, a charming seaside town with a relaxed atmosphere. The apartment has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The accommodation is ideal for families or groups of friends, comfortably sleeping up to 10 guests. The spacious home offers a fully equipped kitchen, a relaxing garden with a hot tub and fire pit, and a private deck with a barbecue, perfect for enjoying the outdoors.
Private Beach House With Amazing Views Of Shwan Lake And Twin Lakes Beach - Santa Cruz, CA
10 154 reviews

Private Beach House With Amazing Views Of Shwan Lake And Twin Lakes Beach

apartment, Twin Lakes
This charming holiday home is located in Eastside Santa Cruz, just 0.5km from Harbor Beach and within 5km of both the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. It has received excellent user ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers.
The property has two bedrooms and one bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to four guests. It offers a range of amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, a jacuzzi, a terrace, a garden, and free parking.

Best Santa Cruz, CA lodging with a balcony

Cozy Seabright Beach Cottage - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8 55 reviews

Cozy Seabright Beach Cottage

apartment, Santa Cruz
This Eastside Santa Cruz holiday home is less than 2.4km from Twin Lakes State Beach and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and a short drive from Monterey Bay.
The two-bedroom property, sleeping four guests, offers a fully equipped kitchen, private balcony, garden, parking, and is within easy reach of local attractions; internet access is also provided.
Santa Cruz Retreat Near Beach With Free Parking - Santa Cruz, CA
8.0 1 review

Santa Cruz Retreat Near Beach With Free Parking

apartment, Santa Cruz
This Westside Santa Cruz flat is ideally situated within easy walking distance of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (480 metres), Main Beach (480 metres), and the Municipal Pier (800 metres), with downtown Santa Cruz a mere 1.1 kilometres away.
This spacious 135-square-metre, three-level condo accommodates up to six guests and features a fully equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, a wood-burning fireplace with a sea view, and private garage parking.
Relaxing West Cliff Escape With Hot Tub! - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8 291 reviews

Relaxing West Cliff Escape With Hot Tub!

apartment, Santa Cruz
This Santa Cruz apartment is situated in a peaceful neighbourhood within walking distance of the beach and other attractions. It has received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience.
The property is a spacious three-bedroom home with a dedicated office area, perfect for families or groups of up to six guests. Amenities include a private backyard with a hot tub, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and central heating.
6+bd Downtown House Walk To Beach Boardwalk! - Santa Cruz, CA
9.6 8 reviews

6+bd Downtown House Walk To Beach Boardwalk!

apartment, Santa Cruz
This seven-bedroom Westside Santa Cruz holiday home is a two-minute walk from Pacific Avenue and a thirteen-minute walk (approximately 1 km) from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Sleeping fourteen guests, this property boasts a full kitchen, private garden, patio, covered parking, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and a BBQ, placing it ideally for exploring attractions such as the Mystery Spot and Monterey Bay.

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Best Santa Cruz, CA lodging with a kitchen

Harbor Home - With A Hot Tub! - Santa Cruz, CA
9.9 87 reviews

Harbor Home - With A Hot Tub!

apartment, Twin Lakes
This Santa Cruz holiday home is situated near Santa Cruz Harbour and under 1.6km from Twin Lakes Beach, offering easy access to both attractions.
Sleeping up to six guests across two bedrooms and a shared queen bed, the property boasts three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher and drip coffee maker, a private hot tub, outdoor shower, BBQ facilities, reserved parking, and Smart TVs.
Oceanfront Beach House Overlooking The Boardwalk - Santa Cruz, CA
9.9 203 reviews

Oceanfront Beach House Overlooking The Boardwalk

apartment, Santa Cruz
This four-bedroom, four-bathroom apartment is situated on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, offering stunning views of the beach, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and the Santa Cruz Wharf.
The 279 square metre apartment boasts a fully equipped kitchen, multiple outdoor spaces including a deck and patio with a Traeger Grill and firepit, and a dedicated storage space for water toys, bikes, and surfboards, ideal for a family holiday.
Twin Lakes Hideaway: Oceanview Property - Santa Cruz, CA
10 1 review

Twin Lakes Hideaway: Oceanview Property

apartment, Twin Lakes
This three-bedroom flat is situated in Santa Cruz's Eastside district, offering a prime waterfront position just 720 metres from Twin Lakes State Beach and 960 metres from Sunny Cove Beach, with on-site parking provided.
This residence accommodates up to six guests and features a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, a balcony with a barbecue, and an in-unit washer and dryer, ideal for those seeking a self-catered stay near the coast.
Beach Cottage Near Sunny Cove And Santa Mo's - Santa Cruz, CA
10 73 reviews

Beach Cottage Near Sunny Cove And Santa Mo's

apartment, Twin Lakes
This charming cottage is situated on a quiet residential street in Santa Cruz, just a short walk from the popular Santa Maria Beach and Sunny Cove Beach, and within walking distance of the world-renowned surf breaks of "Steamer Lane" and "Pleasure Point". The property has consistently received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
This comfortable holiday home features two bedrooms and one bathroom, comfortably accommodating up to six guests. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a cosy sun room, a private backyard with a deck, and free Wi-Fi.

Best Santa Cruz, CA lodging with laundry available

Seabright Beach House - Santa Cruz, CA
9.4 44 reviews

Seabright Beach House

apartment, Santa Cruz
This Westside Santa Cruz holiday home is located a short walk from Seabright Beach and a 15-minute walk (approx. 1.2km) from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, offering easy access to the ocean.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom property sleeps up to seven adults, features a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, smart TVs, a terrace, parking, and is pet-friendly; nearby attractions include the Santa Cruz Harbor (approx. 5km) and Monterey Bay Aquarium (approx. 80km).
Stunning, Beach Home Near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8 26 reviews

Stunning, Beach Home Near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

apartment, Santa Cruz
This apartment is located in the Westside district of Santa Cruz, just a short walk from the bustling Pacific Avenue and the lively Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It has received excellent guest ratings, so you can be sure of a comfortable and enjoyable stay. This spacious three-bedroom home offers 198 square metres of living space, comfortably accommodating up to six guests. The apartment is equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay, including a fully equipped kitchen, a private garden, a hot tub, and parking.
Contemporary Seabright Beach House - Santa Cruz, CA
10 102 reviews

Contemporary Seabright Beach House

apartment, Santa Cruz
This Seabright beach house offers direct beach access and stunning ocean views, situated steps from the sand in Santa Cruz.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom property sleeps six guests and boasts a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a 4K TV, PS4, and beach gear provision; enjoy upscale amenities including radiant heated bathroom floors and a master suite with a soaking tub.
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, Ca - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8 30 reviews

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, Ca

apartment, Santa Cruz
This two-bedroom apartment is located in Westside Santa Cruz, a short walk from the San Lorenzo River and the Santa Cruz Riverwalk, and less than a mile from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It boasts excellent user ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers seeking a comfortable and convenient base in the city.
The apartment has two bathrooms and can accommodate up to four guests. It is equipped with a fully fitted kitchen, a balcony, and two secure parking spaces, as well as a fireplace and a washing machine.
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