Vacation rentals in Monterey Bay

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Guest favorite

Vacation home in Watsonville

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 332 reviews

Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes

Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.

Mar 11 – 18

G$71,064 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Scotts Valley

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 633 reviews

Snug and Cozy between the Skyline and the Sea

Super private, peaceful, and quiet; an excellent place for the traveler who is excited about exploring the Santa Cruz mountains and coast. Completely private In-law unit with extras needed to make it cozy. Snuggled between Scotts Valley, Felton, and Santa Cruz it's near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 1440 Multiversity, and Mount Hermon Conference Center yet less than an hour from Silicon Valley. The Airbnb cleaning handbook is followed making this one of the cleanest places you’ll stay at!

Oct 2 – 9

G$15,850 GYD per night

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Apartment in Carmel-by-the-Sea

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 829 reviews

Private romantic 1 br in Carmel Woods- love dogs

Dog friendly! Private entrance to 2 rm studio overlooking the forest w/ floor to ceiling windows. Queen memory-foam bed, bathroom w/shower & amenities, kitchenette w/ dishes, microwave/convection oven, burner, toaster, coffee.Far ocean view, sunsets, deck, gas grill. Quiet, fireplace, complimentary wood, free internet, TV, DVDs, LPS, All amenities. Beach towels/mats, ottoman/cot, free parking. Peaceful. Let us know about dogs when booking. note: ceilings are low in spots & there are some steps.

Apr 3 – 10

G$28,061 GYD per night

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Guest suite in Boulder Creek

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 433 reviews

Enjoy Private Redwoods from Your Bed or the Deck

Come and visit our own private slice of the REDWOOD FOREST with over 40 trees and large deck to enjoy them. Wake up to fresh mountain air, a view of nature and coffee. After a day of WINE tasting, HIKING, BEACHES, or exploration, bring a bottle back and sprawl in comfort reflecting, chatting, or sipping on the deck. The perfect little getaway spot. Treat yourself to some nature with us. A winter fireplace, easy walking and parking makes this scene. 1.5 miles to downtown Boulder Creek and fun!

Oct 22 – 29

G$31,750 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Apartment in Pacific Grove

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 276 reviews

Spectacular Award Winning Ocean Front 2 Bed 2 Bath

Award winning historic ocean front home with beautiful Spanish revival decor overlooking Monterey Bay. Gather around the ocean front fire pit and watch whales, seals, sealions, otters, dolphins from the traditional Talavera tiled patio. Ideally situated for walking to Pacific Grove, Cannery Row, Monterey Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf. Fine dining, bars and shopping are a short stroll away. Convenient access for 17 mile drive, Carmel and Big Sur. A spectacular home in a World famous location.

Sep 3 – 10

G$176,234 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Boulder Creek

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 903 reviews

Redwood Riverfront Getaway

We are nestled in the beautiful California Redwood forest next to the San Lorenzo River. Guests can enjoy our private guest suite with its own entrance and full bathroom. Our property features tall trees, seasonal river swimming on our private beach, fishing, kayaking, and exploring. We are close to downtown Boulder Creek, minutes away from Santa Cruz, wine tasting, hiking, fine dining, and the coastline. We have no hidden fees and even offer a full return of our cleaning fee. Permit #181307

Mar 31 – Apr 7

G$22,356 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Guest suite in Aptos

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Aptos-Seacliff Beach Studio by Yves

3 blocks/half mile walk to the beach (Seacliff). Quiet neighborhood - restaurants/shops nearby. High speed internet (fiber, 1GBPS) Large TV (netflix, prime...) King Size Bed (New as of March 2023) Private in-law studio with entrance through back yard (sliding glass door). All are welcome here! Previously listed under a different admin account called "Aptos - Seacliff Beach Studio" Still the same space but Yves is now primary admin on account. This previously received 78 5 star reviews!

Sep 12 – 19

G$27,655 GYD per night

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Guest suite in Los Gatos

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews

Remote Mountain Suite with Hot Tub

One-bedroom attached in-law suite with private entrance- relaxing den with large leather couch, flat screen tv (Roku/no cable) kitchenette w/hot plate and private bath. Supplied with bottle of wine and breakfast essentials. Mountain location 2.5 miles down a very narrow scenic ridge-top road on 6 beautiful acres of lush vegetation and towering redwood trees. Ideal for a couple or small family looking to explore the Santa Cruz county Mountains, Bay Area and coast without breaking the bank.

Sep 29 – Oct 6

G$24,569 GYD per night

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Guest suite in Salinas

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Spacious studio, 25 minutes to Monterey peninsula

Studio apartment with fully furnished kitchen, granite countertops, shower, vanity, wifi, and TV. Queen bed and fold-out futon couch. 25-30 minutes from Monterey Peninsula, Carmel and Carmel Valley. Many wineries in the Santa Lucia Highlands and Carmel Valley apellations. 10 minutes to Mountain biking in Fort Ord National Monument, home of Laguna Seca Raceway and the Sea Otter Classic. 40 minute drive to Pinnacles National Monument. 10 minute walk to Steinbeck museum and oldtown Salinas.

Oct 2 – 9

G$26,032 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Salinas

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 488 reviews

La Casita de Fuerte.

Great S. Salinas neighborhood within walking distance to Old Town. In Old Town you will find great restaurants, places to get a drink, nightlife, and movie theater. Centrally located, 100 miles to San Francisco, 15 miles to Monterey Peninsula (Fisherman's Wharf, Aquarium, Pacific Grove, & Carmel). The unit is brand new. Cozy, sunny, and spacious, with lots of privacy. There is a Microwave, Keurig, and mini-fridge (no freezer) available for use. There is NO stove, oven, or air-conditioning.

May 27 – Jun 3

G$33,818 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Apartment in Felton

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 412 reviews

Private Suite in the Redwoods with a View

Our location is on a quiet dead-end street in the beautiful redwood forested mountains above Felton. We have an intimate private suite (bedroom with Queen bed, sitting room and bath), with its own entrance. We have a wide view of the San Lorenzo Valley, and are only 2 miles from downtown Felton. Access to hiking, mountain biking, coast trail and surfing is within minutes. We are taking the current coronavirus situation very seriously, and have implemented advanced cleaning procedures.

Nov 1 – 8

G$25,242 GYD per night

Guest favorite

Yurt in Watsonville

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 715 reviews

Mountain Top Yurt in the Redwoods

Peaceful, clean, spacious, beautifully decorated and quiet 24' Yurt completely surrounded by Redwoods on top of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Spend a couple days meditating, reading or writing the next chapter of your memoir. Walking distance to Mount Madonna Retreat Center (open now through reservation only). County Park hiking and horseback riding trails located within 3 miles. Ideal place for photography and mountain/road biking.

Mar 14 – 21

G$26,324 GYD per night