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Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor

2.0 star property
Vacation home with kitchen, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms903 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz within a mile (2 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Main Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tramonti - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Senor Teds - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor

Managed by Kendall & Potter Property Management

Tucked just a short stroll from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and Twin Lakes Beach, Harbor Hideaway is the ideal coastal escape for families, friends, and beach lovers. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation home features two private patios, a cozy fireplace, pet-friendly accommodations, and everything you need for a relaxing getaway.

The Space

- 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
- Sleeps up to 7 guests
- Twin sized pull-out sofa in the living room & queen-sized pull-out sofa in media room
- 1-car driveway + street parking
- Pet-friendly with prior approval (no visiting dogs)
- Keyless entry | Self check-in
- No smoking | No parties

Features & Amenities

- Fireplace in the master bedroom – perfect for cool coastal nights
- Enclosed backyard with charcoal BBQ
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Washer & dryer
- Linens provided – just bring your beach towels

Location Highlights

- Steps from Twin Lakes Beach and Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor
- Walk or bike to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk
- Easy access to Seacliff, Rio Del Mar, and Manresa beaches
- Short drive to downtown Santa Cruz, shops, cafés, and restaurants
- Hiking at Nisene Marks State Park in nearby Aptos

Check-In: 3:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 903 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Considered with Pet Stay Fee 2 Max

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Eastside Santa Cruz, just steps from Twin Lakes State Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Harbor and Harbor Beach. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 14.6 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor?

Yes, every accommodation at Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor comes with a deck.

Reviews

Harbor Hideaway – Steps to Twin Lakes Beach & the Santa Cruz Harbor Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Steph G

This adorable harbor beach home was extra special, clean.and inviting. The decor was beach fabulous!! Only blocks from a very fun coffee shop/volleyball beach. I enjoy cooking and I must say the kitchen had nice quality cooking utensils. Overall 5 stars! Highly recommend this one!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025