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Victorian Beach House
Seabright, Santa Cruz, CA36 guests
Victorian Beach House. Blocks from the beach and Santa Cruz's best reastaurants, this stand alone Victorian beauty gives magic light through giant windows. Fourteen foot ceilings, hard wood floors, fireplace and vintage finishes set the stage for your personal creative vision. The extra large attic can be spooky or
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$100
/hr
1 hr min
Pastime Farm
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area50 guests
Pastime Farm. Pastime Farm’s historic farmhouse (circa 1890), hay barn (circa 1800), and surrounding acreage have been lovingly restored into a small hobby farm located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area.
This expansive property offers many unique shooting locations, including a 600 square foot chicken
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$3,750 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Finca Montara
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area5.0 (10)
50 guests
Finca Montara. and event rentals on the incomparable San Francisco Coast. Embrace the serenity of nature while staying in our cozy eco friendly cottage and immerse yourself in the splendor of our lush, vibrant garden. Unwind, recharge, and reconnect with the environment like never before.
Book your stay at
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$1,680 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Classic Vintage Bungalow Style Motel
Santa Cruz, CA45 guests
Ramble through time in this throwback to 1950's surf summer vacations. Film or photograph 26 individual bungalows/apartment units, on a huge drive through Coastal Motel property. Included is a large green space perfect for barbecues and picnics. Old Spanish California architecture layers the scene with
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$125
/hr
1 hr min
Country Home with Horses Nestled in 4 Acres of Redwoods
6.1 miles from Santa Cruz, CA5.0 (5)
14 guests
This picturesque family home was designed for comfort and entertainment. Both indoor and outdoor spaces are abundant with luscious plantings and choices for group seating. Outdoors the towering redwoods frame 4 acres of animal activity: a pond for the ducks and a hillside for the horses.
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$200
/hr
4 hr min
Cabin and small A frame in the redwoods with fire ring, axe throwing, archery
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area5.0 (1)
12 guests
Approximately two acres in the redwoods. Sunny picnic table and cabin. Bathroom. Small A frame sleeping cabin. Running water, bathroom, and a hot outdoor shower. Fire pit. Axe throwing and archery. It's a micro summer camp. Cabin sleeps three, little A frame sleeps 2.
Ideal
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$500
/hr
8 hr min
Luxury Wine Country-Inspired Backyard + Bungalow – Ideal for Films/Shoots
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area38 guests
Step into a serene, wine country–inspired outdoor sanctuary in San Jose. This architect designed backyard features mature olive trees, a sleek dark bottom lap pool, handcrafted stone and gravel textures, and a modern outdoor kitchen with a wood burning pizza oven. Your booking also includes access
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$1,600 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Craftsman style home next to nature preserve
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area12 guests
Spacious home one story home with lived in feel on a quiet, tree lined neighborhood situated next to large nature preserve. Large backyard with barbecue and wood fired pizza oven. Front yard offers large and mature oak trees and three car garage that can
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$1,095 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Beautiful Spacious Club House
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area4.5 (75)
40 guests
Located in the heart of downtown San Jose, our club house offers the ideal space for meetings, team events, parties and presentations. Versatile enough to host groups up to 40 people with full kitchenette and break out space.
INCLUDED IN YOUR BOOKING:
Seating for up to
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$90
/hr
4 hr min
Gilroy Retreat Farmhouse
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area50 guests
Welcome to your dream getaway! Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Gilroy, California, our spacious and luxurious home offers an unparalleled escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This stunning property has 5+ beautifully appointed bedrooms and 5+ modern bathrooms, providing ample space and
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
Quiet spacious Home
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area5.0 (3)
10 guests
Enjoy a beautifully spacious home designed for data collection, interviews, tech company use, and professional filming or production needs. The layout provides a clean and versatile environment that easily adapts to different setups, equipment arrangements, and crew workflows.
The home features a separate living room with two
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$898 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Modern Lounge with Upscale Kitchenette and Bonus Loft Space
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area4.8 (36)
37 guests
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, our lounge offers the ideal space for meetings, team events, birthday parties and baby showers! Versatile enough to host groups up to 30 people. The lounge is two levels and offers a new updated interior with ample seating and
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$95
/hr
4 hr min
Modern Peaceful Farmhouse W/Hot tub
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area12 guests
This peaceful home has been newly remodeled. very neutral touches easy to style for any type of shoot.
Beautiful garden in private backyard
Hot Tub surrounded by nature.
Open floor plan bright space lots of natural light , Skylights throughout the house.
3bd/2Ba Main living room outdoor available
outdoor furniture and
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$80
/hr
3 hr min
Garden House: Modern, Newly Built Home
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area5.0 (2)
25 guests
The Garden House is a brand new construction 2700 sq ft custom home that is thoughtfully decorated with high end finishes located in a serene setting. The 1100 sq ft first floor and patio are available for rental. It is fully loaded with
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$230
/hr
7 hr min
Stylish and Cosy Modern Farmhouse conveniently located
Serving the Santa Cruz, CA area5.0 (13)
15 guests
Have your next photo or video shoot in a stylish well designed home. There is an open great room with large top end kitchen, dining, and family room. The back porch and back yard has dining and seating areas. There are many opportunities
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$500
/hr
5 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through August 2026.
How much does a cottage cost to rent in Santa Cruz?
Cottages in Santa Cruz average $221 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $282, whereas larger venues run about $335 per hour.
cottages Pricing Range in Santa Cruz, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for cottages venues in Santa Cruz, ranging between $282 and $335.
$221/hr average
How long do people rent cottages in Santa Cruz?
Most cottages are scheduled for 7 hours, with 11 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cottages starting between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
cottages Booking Times in Santa Cruz, CA
Image representing average rental time for cottages in Santa Cruz, emphasizing most start between 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
7:00 AM2:00 PM
How popular are cottages in Santa Cruz?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1067 people into their cottages with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
Reviews for cottages
Rebecca R.
Hollywood Hills Cottage and Garden in Laurel Canyon
Dana was a lovely host and gave our team full use of the house, the cottage and the entire outdoor area which is massive (would be amazing for hosting outdoor gatherings). The location was easy to find and close to West Hollywood and Studio City.
The home was super clean...
Kelsey D.
Hollywood Hills Cottage and Garden in Laurel Canyon
Dana's cottage was amazing! It had so much character and served as the perfect backdrop for our photoshoot. Dana was easy going and quick to respond to inquiries. Would definitely book again...
Teneshia C.
Venice Canals Boho Cottage
Lovely and very nice family. Clean spot and very quiet. We used the cottage as a base for our photoshoot which we shot around Venice and the Canals. Rhys was super responsive and very helpful. They immediately got out of our hair so we were able to wuickly work instead...
Stephanie E.
Suburban modern minimalist home
was incredibly accommodating. If you’re looking for natural lighting, clean & eclectic plant vibes this is the spot! The backyard was great for Halloween/ cottage-core themed photos...
Erica K.
Cottage Studio Space
The Cottage Studio space was perfect for our repass celebration. The cottage was so very cute and was clean and funtional for our needs. There was a kitchen, utensils, there were folding chairs and regular chairs. The restroom was clean and fully stocked. It was light and airy. The outside...
Fannie H.
Cottage Studio Space
Home of Truth Cottage was the perfect space for my event! The guests enjoyed the option of being indoors and outdoors. Both coordinating staff and Randall were phenomenal hosts and ensured everything was done with professional and warmth.
Some guests are considering renting the space to host their upcoming events...
Noel B.
Frogtown Magical Cabin - Seclusion just 10 mins from DTLA
What a sweet and inspirational cottage. We needed the space mostly for outdoor shooting, and it was perfect. It is a great location for a camp, exploring, adventuring shoot...
Marvin F.
Film/Location: Cute Albany Cottage
The most cutest cottage ever! Loved how my photos turned out
Eudoxie K.
Film/Location: Cute Albany Cottage
Amazing space!!!! 10/10 host he let me stay much longer which was super nice, the cottage was perfect, awesome skylights everywhere, even in the bathroom lol. Natural lighting everywhere, high ceiling with authentic decor, very cozy, smells nice too. The sink has this artistry tile I took a lot of...
Jill Faye P.
Elegant Lounge near Oracle Park
for my only daughter‘s bridal shower.
Peerspace has been totally amazing and on point.
Much Aloha to all.
Jill
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Mariana C.
Cottage and Barn on Biodiverse Farm
ample space for children to play, explore and learn! If it's the case, you can book over the weekend and enjoy the beautiful cottage home! So charming and new.
The owner is a great person and ready to answer any question. I highly recommend this place and I will...
Jeanell D.
Cottage and Barn on Biodiverse Farm
simply perfect for any occasion. We celebrated our sons 1st BDAY with a head count of 80 guests. We had full access to the cottage, full farm, barn house, pool and full basketball court. Soooo much space and so much to keep children entertained. The kid fun zone inside the...
Jessica F.
Cottage and Barn on Biodiverse Farm
best. Very organized and calm. By far I would recommend The Nest Box for all events! I can’t wait to book pool and cottage next year...
Brenda M.
Cottage and Barn on Biodiverse Farm
wonderful rural venue for my daughter’s Bridal Shower, intimate and beautiful with the added touch of a sweet farm. Adorable cottage to enhance your experience...
Ooshma G.
2 Room Private Office Space Cottage
Fantastic well equipped cottage with a charming exterior and great location. Very friendly and gracious hosts. We hope to return again soon...
Dianne L.
Rustic Luxury Eco Cottage + Event Space
The property is very cute! It was perfect for my 9 year old daughter's birthday party. The kids played inside the little cottage while the adults lounged outside. Communication with Rachel was awesome. Vincent was very nice and welcoming when he opened the door for us. Thank you for...
Antoinette B.
Rustic Luxury Eco Cottage + Event Space
which was very helpful. The location itself is absolutely beautiful and ideal for hosting events. There's ample room, and the presence of a cottage added a cozy and convenient touch. I was impressed by the variety of picturesque areas available for taking photos. Despite appearing small at first glance...
Stephanie C.
Rustic Luxury Eco Cottage + Event Space
The cottage was really cute. It was accommodating for the event we needed. I loved the fact that this location was available at short notice. Rachel did great with communicating with me...
Ken A.
Quaint 1920's Historic Cottage
and her Husband, Eugene, were very accommodating! The house had everything we needed for our shoot and we had an extremely smooth day. Beautiful cottage! Would definitely rent again...
Bettia C.
Exquisite Home w/ Ocean View for Family Gatherings
pleasure to deal with Oliver. The setting is tranquil offering a beautiful escape and we enjoyed the panoramic views of the bay. The cottage kitchen was invaluable for our setup of food and drink. Overall, it was a perfect spot for our occasion.
Thank you Oliver...
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Updated August 11, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.