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Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

Family-friendly vacation home in Santa Cruz

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
Outdoor dining
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 144800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Twin Lakes State Beach and Lincoln Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coffeetopia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tramonti - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬4 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.

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

You've found the perfect house for enjoying the beach, ocean views, and close access to the redwood forests. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms PLUS two private hot outdoor showers make this the best place in Santa Cruz to stay for larger families, groups and people who just want plenty of space near the ocean.

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This large sunny house is a premier location for a Santa Cruz getaway. Located on a quiet residential street in an exclusive neighborhood, it is just five hundred feet to Sunny Cove beach, known by locals for boogie boarding and skimboarding. The Monterey Peninsula and its twinkling lights are visible across the bay from the family room and spacious deck. The house is within walking distance to Starbucks, a local brewery, restaurants, a fantastic farmer's market and the harbor, and easy biking distance to the Boardwalk or Capitola. Golf, wine tasting, yoga, rock climbing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and sailing are available nearby.

Not only does our house have location, location, location, there is plenty of room with nearly 5,000 square feet of living space. There are two rooms with queen beds (one with an ocean view), a king bed, extra spleeping space, and a very large room that sleeps 8 children in bunk beds. There is an upstairs family room with a fireplace and ocean view, and another family room downstairs with a fireplace and a huge TV. There is also a game room with a pool table and an additional huge TV.

We have beach chairs, boogie boards, and a selection of wetsuits for your use during your stay.

The backyard has a large sport court surface with a basketball court/pickleball court. Balconies from the bedrooms allow for great views of sunsets.

We ONLY list and rent through VRBO for your protection and ours.

We are a licensed Santa Cruz rental property and our Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate number is #CO00347.

Keywords: House
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 4,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours are between 10pm and 8am (Santa Cruz county)
No smoking of any kind inside the house.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children welcome!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps From Sunny Cove Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

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

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Is this vacation home next 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 Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 15 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 26.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court?

Yes, every accommodation at Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was so amazing. The place is fantastic. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is beautiful. Perfect for my family. Rooms are spaced so no one feels like they're on top of the other. Multiple spaces for intimate or larger family gatherings. We spent most of our time on the balcony enjoying fresh air and views. We will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance M., Lafayette, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect House!Over the years we have stayed at dozens of VRBO homes, and this house is certainly among the top three. Extremely clean, great beds and linens, kitchen is very well stocked, and there are activities galore for the kids (and adults). The bedroom/bathroom layout offers lots of privacy and there are quiet areas that are perfect for reading (or a nap). The location is great. Short block to the beach but traffic drops off to almost zero after dark so it is quiet. Everything you need is within a ten-minute drive. And to top things off, the manager is super easy to work with and exceptionally nice. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our second time of staying at the home for a week for a family birthday celebration. The house is absolutely perfect! The two downstairs TV/pool rooms were great for kids, the wetsuits were utilized almost every day, and the deck we enjoyed from waking in the morning until bedtime. The house has been remodeled between our visits, and it is top notch. We are already talking about renting it again in 5 years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion Cali 2025

The property was perfect for our large family! Rooms to gather and relax and the outdoor spaces were all comfortable and very accommodating for everyone, all ages! And the views and convenience to the beach and local restaurants was all within walking distance, even for our littlest!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth K., San Ramon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful space, everything you need!

Lovey as always. This was our 5th stay at this property and we can’t wait to go back. Location is beautiful, view of ocean from the deck. Close to restaurants and shopping. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

Big home w lots of family space and private rooms w bathroom. It was perfect for our family
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Trip

We had an amazing, great time in Amber's beautiful home! The space was perfect for our family. There were 12 of total, 8 adults and 4 kids. There was plenty of rooms and spaces for all of us to spread out, but still all hang out, play games and be together. We loved the pickleball court. We had a great Easter egg hunt for the kids. Walked to the beach and farmers market. We do this every year with our family and we all agreed this had been one of the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C., Chandler, AZ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Home for Family Reunion

The Sunny Cove beach house is an amazing property close to the ocean and fully equipped with all you will need for a fun getaway. Our host was responsive and helpful. Our family of 13 adults and one child played pickle ball, enjoyed the beach, and cooked/grilled huge meals in the spacious kitchen. We highly recommend this property for family gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia. P., Lafayette, Ca USA

Liked: Cleanliness

House Made the Vacation

Unique property. So fun and such great options between the beach, game room and pickle ball. Bright, sunny spaces and lots of ways for a group to spread out. Restful neighborhood with plenty of walkable coffee and food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Place for Family and/or Friends

This house was the perfect place for my family and relatives - the location is great, walking distance to the water/beach, kitchen is well stocked with baking/cooking utensils/pans/gadgets, the deck is a great area to bbq and have dinner or just hang out, there are plenty of places to lounge - inside and out. The bunk room is perfect for teens/kids. The pickle ball court is an added bonus, we used the court everyday. This place is perfect! Do not hesitate to book this house. And the owners are great with getting back to you on any questions before and after you book. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gathering room, kitchen, dining room, great

We had three couples, a single male, single female, all adults in the house +5 more who were also with us for food and visiting. Could not quite sleep everyone. We like to cook and eat together and this house was Wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberley b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christee R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roderick beach trip

The house was very well equipped. Amber has done a great job! Our family loved playing pickle ball! It was great to not have to purchase beach chairs or any boards thank you for letting us use them. We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexander m., Lincoln CA

Liked: Cleanliness

family celebration

We were14 persons: 10 adult, 1 teenager and 3 children, three generatons. It felt like the home was built for us. We had enough bedrooms and baths with sufficient privacy, and wonderful shared space for dining togehter, gathering in the family rooms or on the deck. Pool, pingong, pickleball and 2 large screen TVs were icing on the cake. The towels, wet suits, sand toys, and beach chairs, made if perfect for going to the two neighboring beahes. The kitchen has many and perfect supplies. We had absolutely no issies and no surprises but the commniication from Amber was responsive and timely. looking forward to returning Amber, Thank You
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great place, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reed A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing SC Home

Fantastic stay in SC! Amber gave us the whole rundown before arriving and let us check in early and leave late. Would recommend this home to anyone. Steps from the beach 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth K., San Ramon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous property. Everything you need and more.

Wonderfully appointed. Kitchen well stocked. Gorgeous view off the deck. We love , love love this property. Plan to return year after year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

This property is perfect for multi-generational visitors. Everyone has his own space. The beds and bedding are exceptionally nice. The location is close to morning coffee and afternoon beach time. We hope to come back for a 3rd visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a great house for a group!

This was our second visit to this property. We love the location and the home. This home holds a group so well. We had a day of very bad weather but had plenty to do inside with pool and games and a great kitchen for cooking. We love working with the Shaws and we love their beach house!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine C., Santa Rosa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving 2023

We have stayed in this home twice now and it really works well for our large family Thanksgiving gatherings. Love the game room!! The kids practically lived there. Basketball and pickle ball was great!! The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to cook minus the food of course. The bedrooms and bathrooms were comfortable and clean. Quick little walk to the beach and restaurants. We would recommend anyone to stay here. Plus you get your steps in with all the stairs!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

h.w. n.

Liked: Cleanliness

helped make a fantastic 75th jubilee

this great multilevel property was a perfect place where our family held a 75th birthday celebration. in addition to lots of stairs the house came with lots of kitchen amenities that kept most of "our traveling baking bag" packed up (about the only thing missing was a rolling pin :) and entertainment goodies (especially the pool table and pickleball court) and plenty of room for us all to get together and also to split up into smaller groups. in addition to maintaining a great property, the owner was very responsive throughout and after, even helping return one of our grands' favourite pillow that was left behind. a+++ all the way. our family continues to take about it and there are already discussions about a return, [std disclaimer: nobody paid us, we paid them and are satisfied customers.]
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house great time

Host was super responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unbelievable House

The house is gigantic with rooms enough to fit many family members. Close to the beach with a ton of gear to borrow. Would love to return some day! Thank you for an awesome experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023