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Choose a vacation rental for your Santa Cruz County getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Santa Cruz County with a stay in a private vacation home. This city has something for everyone. Take in top local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, Vrbo has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around Santa Cruz County
Do you want to find attractions to visit during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Santa Cruz County a fun place to get away. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Monterey Bay Aquarium (29.7 mi / 47.8 km)
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (6.4 mi / 10.3 km)
- Pasatiempo Golf Course (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
- Roaring Camp Railroads (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Testarossa Winery (11.7 mi / 18.8 km)
- Mount Madonna Center (11.9 mi / 19.2 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Santa Cruz County
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Santa Cruz County is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Monterey Bay (16.9 mi / 27.2 km)
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (4.7 mi / 7.5 km)
- New Brighton State Beach (4.8 mi / 7.8 km)
- Capitola Beach (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Seacliff State Beach (5.5 mi / 8.9 km)
- Twin Lakes State Beach (5.9 mi / 9.6 km)
Transportation to and around Santa Cruz County
The nearest airport is in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), located 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from the city center.