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A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

1. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (524 reviews)
"Unbelievably beautiful property among the redwoods, adorable red cottage next to a creek! I can't wait to go back. I've told all my friends about this place, and if I was not such an oldie (over 50), I would definitely do an Instagram about it! Charming, quiet and lovely place to stay."
United States
CarriLin
The price is CA $135
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fern River Resort
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

2. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $133
CA $242 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden deck with a white bathtub, wooden pergola, and a blue wall with a sign.

3. Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Mays Luxury Farm Stays
3.0 star property
Los Gatos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (35 reviews)
"I'll be back"
United States
Billy
The price is CA $167
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Mays Luxury Farm Stays
A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, a covered seating area, and a potted plant.

4. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved the location, the kitchen and most of all the view and fire pit!! Celebrated our 30th anniversary. Joe was very friendly, accommodating and helpful."
United States
Kimberly
The price is CA $242
CA $479 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a decorative welcome sign.

5. Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (30 reviews)
"So close to the beach!!!Walking to Zelda’s , Margaritaville, andPizza my Heart was so easy. The bungalow was clean, and ready for renters to relax, and have a GREAT time!Highly recommend "
United States
Nicole L.
The price is CA $97
CA $461 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, string lights, and potted plants.

6. 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090
Soquel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Clean, quiet spacious apartment with a nice patio. Friendly and responsive owners. Would stay here again, no questions. "
United States
Brent K.
The price is CA $283
CA $542 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090
A hotel room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

7. 'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is CA $92
CA $506 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
A paved pathway leading to a rustic cabin surrounded by tall trees.

8. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is CA $309
CA $396 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Dining area

9. Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is CA $213
CA $640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Capitola Village Hideaway
A stone fireplace with a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

10. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (278 reviews)
"Great host and location."
United States
Travis
The price is CA $283
CA $544 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a birdcage.

11. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Great location, great amenities. Fast and friendly communicator. Would recommend 10/10."
United States
Awesome S.
The price is CA $125
CA $551 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Redwood Home - view of the river!
A compact room with a desk, printer, and cabinets.

12. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is CA $171
CA $601 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

13. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is CA $485
CA $1,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, a stove, a microwave, and pendant lighting.

14. Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The property was perfect and we truly enjoyed our stay. It was well stocked, clean and an easy walk to the beach, shopping and restaurants. One of our favorites!"
United States
Coletta H.
The price is CA $174
CA $535 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
A spacious indoor area with a stone fire pit in the center, surrounded by seating and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

15. 1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"The host was excellent! Very thorough communication. The location and view were lovely."
United States
Patricia T.
The price is CA $384
CA $722 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, roads, and greenery.

16. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"It was a beautiful house and had everything we needed."
United States
Ken B.
The price is CA $227
CA $987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
A wooden deck with a hot tub and a sliding glass door.

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

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay in Capitola. The house was beautiful in the parking was convenient."
United States
Daniel G.
The price is CA $246
CA $918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
A wooden gate, a potted plant with flowers, and a concrete floor.

18. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Owner was excellent with communication. My son and I stayed there for the weekend and was impressed that n how close it was to everything. Great place that we will stay at again!"
United States
Tenisha W.
The price is CA $218
CA $408 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Sunny Private Bungalow
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a double sink, and pendant lighting.

19. Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious, perfect for spending lots of time by the beach"
United States
Jacob M.
The price is CA $403
CA $1,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees.

20. Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Peaceful setting, attentive and lovely hosts. Absolutely perfect setting for our company leadership retreat. Thank you!"
United States
Anthony H.
The price is CA $148
CA $671 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
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Top Santa Cruz County Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Easy, central, clean, quiet, and pool was nice touch. Sweet people at the front managing it."
Imee 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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