Holiday rentals in Capitola

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Apartment in Aptos

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Seascape Resort Ocean View Studio "The View for Yo

Remodeled, upgraded studio, "The View For You," is an ocean oasis at Seascape Resort. Gorgeous views! This beautiful, ocean view unit is located in the amenity-rich Seascape Resort in Aptos, CA. Walk on the gorgeous beach, this vacation rental is perfect for a romantic getaway or a week away from it all with the family. There are 3 pools, hot tubs, Sanderling's restaurant on-site as well as restaurants and shops across the street. The beach spans for miles. Walk the grounds or enjoy the pools, beach and restaurant! This unit has a chair that folds out to twin sized bed to sleep the third person!

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Bungalow in Upper Seabright

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

2 bdrm Bungalow 3 blocks from the Beach

3 blocks to Twin Lakes State Beach, the Yacht Harbor & Crow's Nest restaurant. 8 blks to the Boardwalk. You’ll love the sunny, landscaped & fully enclosed yard w/ lounge seating on the deck, gas BBQ, hammock, outdoor fireplace, large teak dining table & tropical outdoor shower w/ warm water. Perfect for outdoor entertaining. Beach chairs & umbrellas provided, all you need to bring is your bathing suit! A great place for couples, families w/ kids, girls' getaway. Pet friendly ($50/pet per stay).

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Home in Santa Cruz

4.76 out of 5 average rating, 593 reviews

Charming cottage in westside SC 2 blks from beach

Gingerbread-like cottage (600 square feet) was built from old growth redwood in 1917. Since remodeled with all the amenities. A private sanctuary, set back and hidden from street. Two block walk to ocean along tree-lined path in a quiet neighborhood on the west side. Serene and tranquil, lovely outdoor deck and garden. Half mile from selection of boutique wine tasting, breweries, and coffee roasters. We apologize for not being able to host children under 5 for safety reasons. 2 night minimum

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Home in La Selva Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views

Located at desirable Sand Dollar Beach; away from the bar scene. Perfect for families & peaceful seaside enjoyment. Less than 200 paces to sand down our paved community beach access footpath. Remodeled in 2018 and located 6 houses from sand and surf. Vaulted ceilings, fireplace, 2,100 square feet of living space. You'll love how bright and airy this home is with large open spaces and secluded nooks to curl up with a book. 10 min to Santa Cruz, 20 min to Monterey, 5 min to Seascape Resort

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Cottage in Santa Cruz

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Hawaiian Beach House-1 block beach-Family Friendly

Beach & Lagoon Front! Views of the ocean from all decks and the kitchen/great room. 3 min walk to the beach. This house is centrally located to everything Santa Cruz has to offer. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious layout with a large eat-in kitchen great room, formal dining room, living room with fireplace, along with an outside deck with a fire pit This house is ideal for family get-togethers. There is nothing like sitting around the fire and listening to the waves crash on the beach.

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Home in Upper Seabright

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Vacation home Seabright Santa Cruz with Sauna

Charming Seabright Getaway Experience the best of Seabright, with everything you need just a short walk away! Located 0.5 miles from the beach, the harbor, and the iconic Boardwalk (0.6 miles) Our cozy home embodies the spirit of indoor-outdoor living, thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation. Highlights include a Succulent Haven unique treehouse, a sauna for unwinding, and many amenities:bikes, surfboards, a paddleboard, BBQ, fire pit, hammocks, cozy deck w/ comfortable seating.

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Home in Aptos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews

Aptos Beachfront House Winter Discount

Oceanfront Beach House with views from every room! Steps from the beach. Gorgeous sunsets on the spacious deck with views of Santa Cruz coastline. Close to wine tasting, vineyards and breweries. Prime location, Rio-del-Mar beach, walking distance to coffee shop, restaurants, store and State Park. Perfect for a Romantic get away or family vacation! No more than 6 guests. Includes Outdoor shower, bikes (2), Boogie boards (2), Kayaks (2), sand toys, Beach chairs Beach towels, Wetsuits

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Bungalow in Upper Seabright

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 264 reviews

Theory of Color: A Sensory Retreat

Welcome to your serene sensory retreat! Tucked away in a tranquil, private location, this charming rental features vibrant lazure-style walls that evoke peace. Relax in the outdoor bathtub, embraced by nature. Unwind, recharge, and awaken your senses in this idyllic haven. Built in 1928 and fully modernized, this stylish retreat is bright and inviting. Enjoy easy walks to the beach (0.7 mi), harbor (0.5 mi), boardwalk (1.1 mi), downtown (1.5 mi), Rio Theater (0.5 mi), and UCSC (3 mi).

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Cottage in Aptos

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Enjoy the charm that Spruce Cottage brings to the quaint town of Aptos. We are a short 10 min walk to Seacliff State Beach through a secret pathway. View the landmark S. S. Palo Alto cement ship, picnic on the beach, or dip in the ocean. Our cottage offers comfort with a beachy feel. We take great care in the comfort and safety of our guests. Our home is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each guest. We look forward to hosting you!

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Cottage in Felton

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Private Cottage with a View

Brand new clean and cozy home with all the comforts you will need. Netflix and chill, or BBQ on your private patio, this home is indoor and outdoor living. Enjoy the plushness of this brand new home with a great view. Only 12 minutes to the ocean or boardwalk and step outside your front door to the redwoods. Privacy and proximity to amazing hikes, restaurants and town are perfect here. Just come relax in this plush cozy home.

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Apartment in Watsonville

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 287 reviews

2B/2B Pajaro Dunes with Dunes and Ocean View

Steps away from miles of beautiful, unspoiled beaches, this 2 bedroom beach front condo is located in the highly desirable, gated Shorebirds community at Pajaro Dunes. Either enjoying the picture-perfect sunset, taking long walks on the beach, surfing, fishing, or building sand castles, you are sure to capture memorable, relaxing vacations in our comfortable, charming fully furnished condo.

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Apartment in Aptos

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Seascape Oceanv hot tub, pool, EV, Aptos, Cruz

Treat yourself to this rare ocean front resort with ocean front as well as the beach views from the balcony and inside of the unit. Heated pool, jacuzzi, on site Restaurant, fire places, etc. Unwind and relax to the sound of the ocean waves. Indulge and pamper yourself in luxury and serenity. Parking lot has complimentary EV charging. Front desk at lobby.

Popular amenities for Capitola holiday rentals

Stay near Capitola's top sights

Capitola Beach159 locals recommend
Verve Coffee Roasters220 locals recommend
Shadowbrook Restaurant205 locals recommend
Capitola Beach Company167 locals recommend
Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria155 locals recommend
Pizza My Heart140 locals recommend

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Capitola

  • Total rentals

    210 properties

  • Total number of reviews

    12K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    130 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    50 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    10 properties have a pool

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    80 properties have a dedicated workspace

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