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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, printers
5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this cottage is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Capitola Beach. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Main Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach

We love this home! We've had so many great family memories here and we are excited to be able to share it with others! It has plenty of space inside with a large deck and a beautiful back yard. It's just 11 houses away from the best family beach in all of Santa Cruz and there is a warm outdoor shower for when you return home.
Santa Cruz vacation rental permit # 221270
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

Property manager

8014735434

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Eastside Santa Cruz within a 10-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach, Sunny Cove Beach, and Lincoln Beach. You'll also find Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 15.3 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 26.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach?

Yes, every accommodation at Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach comes with a deck.

Beautiful 5 bedroom home just steps from the beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edward (Ed) H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A charming home with great location

Our family enjoyed everything about this home. The location, the home layout, and the outside yard were all first rate. Short walk to the beach. Our family all expressed their desire to return for another stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kymbr M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house

Beautiful yard, beautiful furnishings. Everything was clearly marked and easy to use. They had everything we needed. Basement inlaw suite was wanted by all and we had to negotiate. The fridge was huge but like the microwave, was too high for much of my family, (4 of us are under 5'2"). They even had a few board games and puzzles. Was a little disappointed the puzzle we tried was missing pieces, but it is understandable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine G., Seattle, Washington (Green Lake)

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous for a Family Reunion

This house worked perfectly for our little family reunion (our family plus my sibs and their families) with two cousins and their dogs staying at a friends' place nearby. The kitchen was very well stocked and we took turns cooking dinners and hung out around the island a LOT. Beach walks just a few blocks away, grocery stores a different story but still manageable. Welcome cookies very much appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house

Amazing house. Made our holiday a truly warm memory. Everything was as advertised - better than advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay at Clean, Comfortable Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

Our family, ranging in age from 9 to 75, stayed at Josh‘s lovely home for three nights in December to celebrate my 75th birthday. The house was comfortable, well-equipped and nicely furnished. The home’s unique, well-designed layout provided both plenty of space to be together when that’s what we wanted and room to spread out for separate conversations or activities at other times. (For example, some watched a movie in the living room while others played a board game in the family room.) There is also good separation between the bedrooms, with one on the main level, one on the slightly lower level and the others on the upper level. There is a bathroom on each level, too. Cooking was a pleasure in the well-appointed kitchen.The location--within walking distance to Twin Lakes Beach and several places to eat--was quiet. It was easy to drive to other restaurants and attractions, such as those at the harbor, downtown and in Capitola, in just a few minutes. We appreciated the very accommodating host and local property manager.Because we stayed during a somewhat rainy time, we didn’t get to use the large back yard much, but could see it would be a lovely place to spend time in the warmer months. We greatly enjoyed the gas fireplace in the living room, though!Everything was as described and pictured, with the added bonus of being tastefully decorated for the holidays during our stay. I definitely recommend this house to others and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan w., Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house near beach

One of the tidiest and most pleasant houses we've ever rented. The only downside is that 3 of the rooms on the second floor share one tiny bathroom. Other than that it was just wonderful. Beautiful outdoor spaces, everything functional, very well stocked and tastefully decorated. The welcome cookies were delicious
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place We All Loved it!

Perfect house for all 7 of us, my wife and I, our 2 grown kids, daughter in-law and 2 grand kids. We had space to relax, hide out or play some games. The beach is a super short walk, close enough to hear the surf at night. We did all our meals in the kitchen, it has all the right stuff to prep and serve meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay in Santa Cruz!

This home is amazing. A perfect spot for our family gathering. Main bedroom on the ground floor, for those who don’t do well with stairs. 3 bedrooms upstairs with tons of closet space. Separate apartment downstairs with full bath & kitchen. There’s a loft where our teenagers hung out. This home is outfitted with everything you need to cook meals & enjoy visiting with friends/family. A quick stroll will get you to the beach. Owner was very communicative & accommodating. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrewq L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical and Memorable Experience

Thank you again Josh for your hospitality. We spent 5 memorable days at your Santa Cruz home. The amenities were excellent including towels, beds, and beach equipment. Every morning and evening walks to the beach we'll miss the most. BBQ and kitchen are top notch as we had all our meals there. Definitely a 10-star experience and we hope to return some day. Cordial neighbors too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franci K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for an extended family getaway.

We rented this house for a long weekend, Grandparents plus 2 of their children and their families. Perfect! Amazing location, good layout... Good times!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonio G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Santa Cruz location

House was very clean, on a quiet neighborhood street, and our entire family (age range from 4 to 74) all enjoyed the home & slept well in the very comfortable beds. A great family-friendly beach is a short walk away. Will definitely want reserve this spot again for a future family Santa Cruz getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryAlice B., Sunnyvale

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M., Fairfield, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

End of summer getaway

Awesome home, definitely recommend to anyone. We BBQ"d, walked to beach, drove short drive to boardwalk,.. can't wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location near Twin Lakes State Beach

Great location near Twin Lakes State Beach. House updated well. A bit far from wharf and boardwalk and parking for guests a bit tricky on the small streets.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin George M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway.

Came here for a mini family reunion and couldn’t have been happier. Wonderful host, great place, and unforgettable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The house was perfect. Great outdoor patio! Will definitely book it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beach house

The home is beautiful and well appointed. This is our second year staying at the property. We had an amazing visit with friends. We cooked every night in the large kitchen and enjoyed eating out on the deck. It is a very short walk to the beach and the home had beach chairs and sand toys which the kids loved. The beds are all comfortable and everything was very clean. We look forward to another visit next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

Beautiful home. Great deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P., El Dorado Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Multi Family Home

From the moment we drove up and opened the door it was fantastic! The home is by far the Best we’ve stayed at for 25+ years. An extra touch of fresh cookies on counter welcomed us. The home is clean, furnished nicely and stocked well. Josh, owner easy to work with and on his own reached out to inquire if we’d like a late check out. We also were able to check in early. Definitely would stay here again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family get away

Looking to get out of heat and enjoy family time at boardwalk ; was a fabulous time ! Great memories made ; perfect accommodations thank you again ! Would highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property for our large group!

We stayed here for a long weekend with our group of 7 adults and 1 infant. We absolutely loved this property, and it was the perfect place for our large group. We would love to come back again in a heartbeat! The three levels of the property worked out great, since our group included multiple families from all across the U.S. Having separation with the three levels for sleeping and also communal places to gather, like the game room and living room, worked out great for our group. Everyone had plenty of space, privacy, and separation, but also enough room for everyone to come together when desired. The backyard was wonderful and enjoyable, with beautiful landscaping and gardens, multiple levels, and various seating areas. We had dogs with us, and they loved exploring the backyard, too. The kitchen was well-stocked and spacious. The beds were all very, very comfortable. The house stayed cool enough for us, and we did not even need to use any of the fans we brought with us. The location was fantastic. Close to downtown Santa Cruz and to Capitola, and to all the other destinations we had on our list. The neighborhood was quiet and felt very safe. Josh was very helpful during our stay and before our stay as well. His responses were quick and helpful, and he made sure our stay was excellent! I truly can't say enough good things about this property. By far the best vacation rental we have stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great proximity to the beach.

A 5 min walk to a great beach and some great restaurants. House is clean and spacious with some great landscaping. Different living spaces made it easy for our family with young kids. * they do have a pack and play, beach chairs and some limited sand toys. Overall, a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael m., Sacramento, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This is the fifth place we have rented. By far the nicest of them all. There was nothing we needed that wasn’t already here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

molly n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home away from home

Great location! Short walk to Blacks Beach. Gorgeous back yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house - 5 minute walk to beach

Our extended family of 9 rented this house for 4 nights. We couldn’t have been happier. The house is beautiful. Plenty of space. Beds are super comfy. We did a lot of cooking - the kitchen has everything you need. Best part - 5 minute walk to a beautiful beach. We’d walk down with our coffees in the morning and watch the surfers. Radiant heat floors in the master bathroom were a nice touch. Owner was super accessible. Zero complaints. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023