Located in the suburbs, this welcoming villa lets you experience it all in Santa Cruz. There's convenient covered onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 11-minute walk to Garajau Cable Car or the 13-minute walk to Cristo Rei.

Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a drink in the garden of this villa, which also features a BBQ grill and a terrace. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, video-game console, and DVD player.

As you settle into this 4-bedroom rental, you'll find a safe and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and free toiletries. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, as well as an electric kettle, a microwave, and cookware. And because there's a washing machine, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.