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Property grounds
Luxurious, modern, spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom is the perfect getaway.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"House was clean , the convince of home away fr how."
Luxurious, modern, spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom is the perfect getaway.
Outdoor pool
Mountain Top Villa
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"We enjoyed our stay at the villa, we stayed there for our honey moon, they even helped us take some really nice pics after our wedding"
The price is CA $84
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Mountain Top Villa
Living area
Tranquil Beachfront Oasis ~ Pool ~ Boat Tour
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"A bit of off the beaten path paradise was just what we needed and just what we got! Everyone was kind, responsive, and helpful. Very refreshing! Thanks everyone!"
Tranquil Beachfront Oasis ~ Pool ~ Boat Tour
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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
NEW LISTING!! Seaside Villa -1 minute walk to beach - DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Wonderful villa with a great host and onsite staff. Walk to a quiet, beautiful beach. Plenty of room. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms! Big plus for a big crew! We had the chefs prepare two meals and both were extraordinary! Full kitchen to prepare other meals. Five star visit!"
NEW LISTING!! Seaside Villa -1 minute walk to beach - DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!!
Exterior
Oceanfront Luxury Villa: Private Beach & Staff
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"The house was a great place to wake up every morning. The views, the private beach and the pool were all great. We spent our nights on the beach side veranda looking directly at a perfect sunset. The house was clean, area is safe and would stay again. The owner was responsive and easy to coordinate with. Shane the property manager is a good guy, easy to work with, great cook and very help full. Thanks for the make the stay with my dad and friend memorable trip."
Oceanfront Luxury Villa: Private Beach & Staff
Indoor pool
Luxurious Beach Front Villa with Pool - Out of the Blue Villa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"I loved everything about this home. The other reviews speak about all of the positives, so I’m not going to rehash those. Just know that the beach is great. The pool is great. The rooms are great. The staff is wonderful. The food was phenomenal. It was one of the most relaxing stays that I have ever had. If you want some negatives, I’ll give you two - there were a lot of bugs (welcome to a tropical island) and the road to get there was pretty trash (welcome to Jamaica). These were really minor...
Luxurious Beach Front Villa with Pool - Out of the Blue Villa
Outdoor pool
Sweet Escape ~the villa "Your Island Utopia" The Sweetest Escape
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"We really enjoyed our week at Sweet Escape. The house was clean and spacious, beds were comfortable, and we loved the outdoor areas (pool, pergola, beach bed, and beach). Mark was absolutely fantastic! He made us delicious dinners and hearty breakfasts to start our day. We took care of the shopping, but he guided us at the grocery store and made recommendations. There were plenty of fun activities to do within a reasonable driving distance of the house (Black River Safari (5 min), Appleton Rum...
Sweet Escape ~the villa "Your Island Utopia" The Sweetest Escape
On the beach, beach towels
Zero minutes to the most prestigous cove in the area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"We stayed at Villa Optima for 22 nights. The host Paolo was wonderful. He responded essentially immediately, and provided extra items for the house whenever we asked. He helped us buy fresh fish and rum and other things we needed. The private pool was very pleasant, and has some nice shaded areas so you can hang out there for a long time. The beach was just 50 yards away. It is a sandy beach and you can easily swim in the ocean. Usually there was no-one else on the beach, it was never crowded....
The price is CA $408
CA $596 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Zero minutes to the most prestigous cove in the area
Terrace/patio
Villa Serene Jewel of Black River 4 bedroom 5bathrooms
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"The pictures do not give this Villa justice, it is beautiful! We had an amazing time there! We were looking for rest and relaxation and that is exactly what we got!! Shamoir the cook was incredible! Sheryl was quick to respond to any questions we had! We will definitely go back!"
Villa Serene Jewel of Black River 4 bedroom 5bathrooms
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Champagne Villa
3.0 star property
Champagne Villa
Beach
"Main House at Shakespeare Cottage"
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"A large group of us Peace Corps workers stayed there for a weekend and LOVED it. It is perfect for a large group. The communication was great and the staff is very nice. The local contact, Vaughn, could not have been more helpful and friendly. We will definitely be going back! "
The price is CA $245
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
"Main House at Shakespeare Cottage"
Lake
Deano's Cottages
4.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4)
"Very nice and comfortable "
The price is CA $82
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Deano's Cottages
A rooftop pool
Bramble Beach Villa -Main House
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"This place has everything you need! The staff, 2 pools, 2 minute walk to the beach, game room, trampoline, pickleball court, basketball court, games, the mountain views, ocean view, and all the wonderful people you meet along the way. We will definitely be back. Thank you everyone for making our trip so incredibly special."
Bramble Beach Villa -Main House
Pool
Furnished Villa right on the beach!
5.6 out of 10, (5)
"We booked the house for 4 - 5 people and were looking forward to a 4-day stay. Unfortunately, the object does not fulfil the advertised and expected claims in any way. Due to the very unclean condition of the house and pool as well as the many damages, we ended our stay after 1 night. Examples: The pool was only half full with dirty water; the barbecue is rusted and therefore not usable; AC worked only in 1 of 4 rooms; TV or remote control does not work; furniture and lamps are partly...
Furnished Villa right on the beach!
Beach nearby, beach towels
VillaMerissa Nestled between two unspoiled beaches Pool/JackSprat/WiFi/Gym/Staff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Relaxing due to the villa was away from the tourists. Great scenery going through the mountains and down to valley and seaside It was awesome"
VillaMerissa Nestled between two unspoiled beaches Pool/JackSprat/WiFi/Gym/Staff
Land view from property
Turtles Nest Villa
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Our stay in Treasure Beach was beyond amazing. The staff at Turtle's Nest from Owner to Zeb the care taker and Peta and Vincent the chefs that make delicious food and Peta's mom who did all our laundry and made sure we always had clean sheets and towls are all amazing. My wife and I have been to treasure beach 6 times now and we were very pleased with the entire staff including Sugar and Spice the villa dogs that made leaving our fur babies for 2 weeks soo much easier! We would highly recommend...
Turtles Nest Villa
Pool
Luxury ocean view villa
6.0 out of 10, (2)
"The Wi-Fi did not work so the TVs did not work. The water barely work so I took a shower maybe two times out of my six day stay people are able to come in to the property as they please they had a photo shoot while I was in there it was bad, but the property was nice"
Luxury ocean view villa
Property grounds
Unforgettable Villa: Jamaica's Rare Private Escape
Unforgettable Villa: Jamaica's Rare Private Escape
Property grounds
Coral Bay Chateau - Luxury Villa in Treasure Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"My husband’s 60 birthday bash with my family and friends! The Chateau is very spacious and comfortable. We were 14 adults and every couple had their own room and bathroom. The house has a wonderful outdoor space with a beautiful view and pool and many shaded areas! The staff is wonderful! The chefs made us some amazing breakfasts and dinners Jamaican style! Amazing! The beach was beautiful. We swam every day. It is a 10 minute walk. We chose the house because of the view and it didn’t...
Coral Bay Chateau - Luxury Villa in Treasure Beach
Private kitchen
Mckay's Private Appartment
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"Property was amazing to stay, very private and inviting."
The price is CA $61
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Mckay's Private Appartment
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Property grounds
Luxurious, modern, spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom is the perfect getaway.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"House was clean , the convince of home away fr how."
Luxurious, modern, spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom is the perfect getaway.
Beach bar
Jakes
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (259)
"Jake’s is perhaps the most charming hotel on the island. I am a repeat visitor because the quality of service and sheer beauty of the property are unmatched - you will never experience anything quite like Jake’s anywhere in the world. "
The price is CA $221
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Jakes
Restaurant
Golf View Hotel
3.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (133)
"The hotel was nice and we did appreciate our stay. The only problem we had was with the internet. The internet was horrible. We work remotely so it made our work time really difficult."
The price is CA $131
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Golf View Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Santa Cruz. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Santa Cruz?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals close to popular points of interest in Santa Cruz, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What's the top vacation rental that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Luxurious, modern, spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom is the perfect getaway.: Visitors give good reviews to this Santa Cruz vacation home rental, which offers a selection of games, a barbecue grill, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. Our travelers also rate My place is house with jacuzzi near YSFall. Black river Safari. Pelican bar . as a favorite home for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 9 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Santa Cruz stay.

What’s there to see and do in Santa Cruz?

While you're exploring the area, YS Falls and Jamaica Beaches are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find Appleton Estate and Billy Bay Beach.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can book for a long or short time in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals provide amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for families.

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