Looking for a surf style vacation home for summer? It's not hard to see why this style of vacation home is increasingly popular: the airy, bright vibe, laid-back and modern decor, and of course, beach access, will instantly put you in vacation mode.

When looking for a surf style vacation home, make sure you don't break the bank on your vacation accommodations. A week in a hotel or traditional vacation rental can cost thousands of dollars. Stay in one of HomeExchange's surf style vacation homes for a fraction of the price, so you can spend your money on surfing lessons or other outings with the family. Here are 10 beautiful surf style vacation rental home alternatives you can stay in with HomeExchange.

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Spacious, serene duplex steps from Newport Beach

"Best location! Close to everything and ESPECIALLY the beach!! The roof top check is the gem. Lounge there with a glass of wine and enjoy the sunsets and salty air. It’s paradise." —Sheryl

Cozy, well-equipped home in the heart of Huntington Beach

This beach home is in the heart of the historic district of Huntington Beach, California, also known as Surf City. Just five blocks from the beach or downtown, this modern home is equipped with all the amenities you might need for your surf vacation.

Relaxing beach home nestled in Oregon Coast sand dunes

"Karri's beach house was absolutely everything we had hoped for and more! It was perfectly appointed, super clean, and ready for guests. The location of the home with such a short walk to the beach was dreamy!" —Kimberly

Romantic beach cottage with all the comforts of home

"This was our first home exchange as guests, and it could not have been a better experience! Rebecca's communication was top-notch. The cottage is TOO cute, so organized... the artwork, the hot tub/outdoor shower, the outdoor gear, the well-stocked EVERYTHING... we have nothing negative to say - not even close...Thanks to so much outdoor/beach gear being available for use at the cottage, we were able to dig for Razor Clams/collect mussels and enjoy the delicious bounty of our efforts." —Julie

Mozambique beach bungalow with breathtaking views

This piece of paradise is located on the long beautiful beaches of Southern Mozambique. It boasts breathtaking sea views, a communal wooden walkway that leads to the beach, and communal swimming pool within walking distance. Enjoy abundant bird life, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, swimming with dolphins, and much more in this beautiful region.

Professionally designed home steps to Manhattan Beach

This spacious home is flooded with natural light and is the dream surf style vacation home. The home was professionally designed with stunning marble throughout, a professional chef’s kitchen, formal and informal spaces, built-in Sonos sound system, and custom touches throughout. Guests can enjoy the bright, airy home with a beautifully landscaped outdoor living space.

Luxury beach home perfect for families in Manhattan Beach

This four-bedroom home is completely family-friendly, with a playroom for kids, basketball hoop, and even a pizza oven and outdoor dining. Manhattan Beach offers a laid-back vibe, and in this home families are just minutes from all it has to offer.

Sun-filled North Carolina beach home steps from the ocean

This lovely beach home in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, is just steps from the ocean, so you'll have your toes in the sand in no time. The town is safe and charming with plenty to do for fun including hiking, biking, wind surfing, kayaking, fishing, and more. The home is decorated with art and collectibles and features three porches, a fireplace, and an outdoor shower.

Luxurious Western Australia home on the Indian Ocean

"What a fabulous first exchange! Communication from the start was friendly, quick and easy. Meghan & Nathan's lovely home in Watermans Bay was exactly as described, spacious, very clean and comfortable and in a fabulous location handy to the beach & backing onto a reserve. It was definitely handy having use of their car so that we could get out and about to explore."—Sheree

Spacious, stunning beach home in Western Australia

This brand new beach house is set on a hill with spectacular views over the ocean, reef, and sand dunes. The kitchen is spacious and equipped with modern appliances, the pool has a beautiful view of the sunsets, and the home includes snorkeling gear, fishing lines, surfboards, and bikes to use.

Affordable surf style vacation homes with HomeExchange

The principle of home exchanging is simple: swap your home with someone else and enjoy the wonders of each other's city! HomeExchange also has a points exchange system, offering even more flexibility to members and facilitating non-reciprocal exchanges. Learn more about GuestPoints here.

Signing up for HomeExchange is free, so you can start communicating with members as you organize your next vacation. You are only required to pay the annual membership fee when you're ready to finalize your first exchange.

With the membership, whether you are a host or a guest, you can be sure that you will be supported 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and covered in the event of unforeseen events with our guarantees.

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