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    Our top choices for Capitola vacation homes

    1. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

    A front door with a window, a mailbox, and a number '328' on the wall.

    2. 1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

    A spacious kitchen with a brick island, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

    3. Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

    A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden staircase.

    4. 4 Bedroom Luxury in Capitola Village w/ parking!

    A modern two-story house with a garage, large windows, and a stone facade.

    5. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

    A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the sea through large windows.

    6. 2 Bedroom Capitola Home w/ Rooftop Deck!

    A rooftop terrace with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and a view of a blue building with a tower.

    7. New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

    A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden countertop.

    8. Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

    A coastal town with a beach, rocky shoreline, and residential buildings.

    9. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

    A beach with a red chair and a few people in the distance.

    10. Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

    A coastal beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and a line of trees.

    11. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

    A dining area with a view of the sea, a wooden table, and two chairs.

    12. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

    A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a white sofa, a large rug, and a fireplace.

    13. 2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

    A spacious room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a dining area with white furniture, and a ceiling fan.

    14. Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

    A wooden deck with lounge chairs, a table, and a grill.

    15. Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand

    A beach scene with a pier extending into the water, a shipwreck silhouette, and a sunset.

    16. 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE, HOT TUB,PRIVATE YARDS,SURF, SAND,SUNSETS, GREAT LOCATION

    A front porch with a white door, potted plants, and a yellow chair.

    17. Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

    A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dishwasher.

    18. 3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

    A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and a dining area with a green sofa.

    19. Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

    A hallway with a wooden floor, a rug, a bench, and a glass door leading to a dining area.

    20. Sunny Private Bungalow

    A wooden gate, a potted plant with flowers, and a concrete floor.

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    Learn more about Capitola

    Colourful beach houses line the shore of this charming seaside village, where surfers catch waves at Capitola Beach. Stroll the vibrant Esplanade, browse quirky boutiques, and savour fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants with views of the historic Capitola Wharf.

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    A waterfront residential area with colorful houses and a bridge at dusk.

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    Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

    A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

    Inn at Depot Hill

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, a window with a view of a green landscape, and a wall-mounted lamp.

    Monarch Cove Inn

    A patio with a table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a well-maintained lawn.

    Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

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    Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

    A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

    Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

    A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

    Marea Sol Hotel

    A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

    Carousel Beach Inn

    A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

    Pacific Blue Inn

    A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

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