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127 Best Family Vacation Rentals in Eastside Santa Cruz (Starting from $183)

Harbor Haven
Harbor Haven
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
0.8k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Accommodations, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Jacuzzis, Places to stay

4 Bedrooms8 Guests
New to Booking
$853
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Luxury Santa Cruz Beach Villa w/ Hot Tub + Ultra-Fast WiFi
, Twin Lakes Beach
Luxury Santa Cruz Beach Villa w/ Hot Tub + Ultra-Fast WiFi
, Twin Lakes Beach
Villa
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.0k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

AC, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Fitness Equipment, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub, Internet

4 Bedrooms10 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

29 reviews

$1297
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Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi
Gorgeous Santa Cruz Villa - Modern Beachside Paradise with NEW Hot Tub & Fast Wi-Fi
Villa
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.0k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Spa, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals

4 Bedrooms10 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

4 reviews

$1175
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Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach
Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach
Cottage
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.1k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

AC, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

2 Bedrooms5 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

205 reviews

$406
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Live Oak Oasis - Santa Cruz Chic
Live Oak Oasis - Santa Cruz Chic
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.4k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Parking, View, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Sports/Activities, Security/Safety, Child Friendly

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$388
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3 Bedroom Home - Walk to Twin Lakes State Beach!
3 Bedroom Home - Walk to Twin Lakes State Beach!
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062-3939, United States
1.2k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

AC, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms6 Guests
9.8

Exceptional

11 reviews

$620
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Beachside retreat
Beachside retreat
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.5k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony/Terrace, Parking, View, Oceanfront, Pet Friendly, Entertainment, Internet

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
New to Booking
$324
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Beach Condo Retreat Walk to Award-Winning Beaches!
Beach Condo Retreat Walk to Award-Winning Beaches!
Condo
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.2k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Crib, Dryer, Fitness Equipment, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

2 Bedrooms8 Guests
8.0

Good

3 reviews

$260
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Seabright Breeze
Seabright Breeze
Apartment
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.7k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Apartments, Accommodations, Parking, Pet-friendly, Lodgings, Places to stay

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
New to Booking
$382
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Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
Cottage
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.2k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Barbecue, Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Area

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
9.6

Exceptional

316 reviews

$320
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Seabright
Seabright
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.8k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Pet-friendly, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Places to stay

2 Bedrooms4 Guests
New to Booking
$255
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Beach, pool, gym, wifi—everything included.
Beach, pool, gym, wifi—everything included.
Condo
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.2k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

AC, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Fitness Equipment, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

1 Bedroom2 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

3 reviews

$188
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Queen of Seabright!
Queen of Seabright!
Villa
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.8k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Parking, Internet, Child Friendly

2 Bedrooms3 Guests
New to Booking
$239
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30 + nights Spacious Family Home-Hot Tub <4 min walk to beach & harbor-small dog
30 + nights Spacious Family Home-Hot Tub <4 min walk to beach & harbor-small dog
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.3k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Elevator, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub

3 Bedrooms7 Guests
9.6

Exceptional

52 reviews

$373
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Santa Cruz Style Beach retreat, 5min walk to beach
Santa Cruz Style Beach retreat, 5min walk to beach
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.9k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Places to stay, Self-catering

4 Bedrooms10 Guests
9.0

Fabulous

1 reviews

$378
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221310: Best Location! Gorgeous Twin Lakes Beach House: Steps to Beach & Harbor!
221310: Best Location! Gorgeous Twin Lakes Beach House: Steps to Beach & Harbor!
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.3k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Arcade, Barbecue, Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

88 reviews

$693
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The Midtown Cottage- w/Private Entrance and Views
The Midtown Cottage- w/Private Entrance and Views
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.9k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Places to stay

1 Bedroom2 Guests
8.9

Fabulous

40 reviews

$183
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Bright and Colorful - Family Friendly!  Short walk to the Best Beaches in Town!
Bright and Colorful - Family Friendly! Short walk to the Best Beaches in Town!
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.3k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms7 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

221 reviews

$410
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Relaxing 3 bedroom Santa Cruz house, 5min to beach
Relaxing 3 bedroom Santa Cruz house, 5min to beach
House
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
1.9k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Cheap, Accommodations, Parking, Villas, Vacation homes, Cottages, Lodgings, Vacation rentals, Places to stay

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

2 reviews

$660
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Lovely Beach Victorian Home  at  S.C. Yacht Harbor, 1 blk to beach
Lovely Beach Victorian Home at S.C. Yacht Harbor, 1 blk to beach
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.4k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Dryer, Extra Bed, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

5 Bedrooms12 Guests
9.0

Fabulous

33 reviews

$776
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Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach
Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.4k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Dryer, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Area, Microwave, Patio

1 Bedroom3 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

146 reviews

$364
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Bella Notte
Bella Notte
Apartment
21305 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.5k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

AC, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Microwave, No Smoking

10.0

Exceptional

1 reviews

$284
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Fabulous Harbor/Ocean View - Minutes to Beaches and Boardwalk
Fabulous Harbor/Ocean View - Minutes to Beaches and Boardwalk
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.5k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

5 Bedrooms11 Guests
9.2

Superb

87 reviews

$911
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The Green House  - Beautifully Handcrafted Home- 1.5 blocks to awesome beach
The Green House - Beautifully Handcrafted Home- 1.5 blocks to awesome beach
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.5k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

42 reviews

$618
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WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ
WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.6k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen

3 Bedrooms8 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

204 reviews

$615
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5BR Santa Cruz Beach House — Steps to Twin Lakes Beach - Deck & Yard - Sleeps 12
5BR Santa Cruz Beach House — Steps to Twin Lakes Beach - Deck & Yard - Sleeps 12
Cottage
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.6k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Barbecue, Dryer, Extra Bed, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry

5 Bedrooms12 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

50 reviews

$1179
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Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
House
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
1.7k from Eastside Santa Cruz center

Balcony, Barbecue, Crib, Dryer, Fireplace, Free Parking, Heater, Internet, Kitchen

2 Bedrooms6 Guests
10.0

Exceptional

227 reviews

$522
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You can explore 127 verified family-friendly vacation rentals in Eastside Santa Cruz. These include spacious homes, villas, and condos designed to accommodate families of different sizes.

Prices for family-friendly rentals in Eastside Santa Cruz vary depending on the season, number of bedrooms, and included amenities. Rates typically start from around $183 per night, with larger homes and peak travel periods often costing more.

Many family-friendly rentals in Eastside Santa Cruz offer baby-friendly items such as high chairs, cribs, or pack-and-play options. Availability can vary, so it’s helpful to check the listing details before booking.

Yes, some rentals in Eastside Santa Cruz are well suited for multi-generational stays, offering multiple bedrooms, separate living areas, and enough space for larger groups to stay comfortably together.

For busy travel periods such as school holidays or summer breaks, booking 90 to 120 days in advance is recommended to secure the best options. Availability may be more flexible during quieter times of the year.

Family-friendly rentals in Eastside Santa Cruz often include amenities such as Child Friendly, Fireplace/Heating, and Internet. These features help make stays more convenient and enjoyable for both adults and children.

You can use search filters to find rentals that offer features like game rooms, playgrounds, or entertainment areas. Checking property descriptions can also help you identify homes that are well suited for families with children.