Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.

Santa Cruz, California
$509 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Named after local Marine Biologist, Edward F. Ricketts, the Ricketts' Retreat House has a classy Monterey Bay feel . Last house at the end of the street with an enclosed private yard, and naturally, you can see the ocean from the driveway. In 3 blocks, you could be at the fire-pits of Twin Lakes Beach, sailing a boat at the Harbor, or grabbing a bite to eat at the Crow's Nest or Johnny's Harbor side. In one mile, you could be riding the Giant Dipper at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Additionally, the famed Steamer Lane surf spot, West Cliff, Capitola, and UC Santa Cruz's Seymour Marine Discovery Center are within a four-mile radius of the house.

The House is furnished in good taste with all essential amenities including linens, towels, and paper products. The bedroom has a new comfortable queen bed, dresser, closet, adjoining the bright bathroom (with windows) and walk-in shower. Kitchen has a new gas stove/oven, a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage disposal. Adjoining to the kitchen is a dining area, and the living room with pull out double sofa bed. Gas fireplace with temperature control, 36 Smart TV and WiFi are also present for your enjoyment. House comes ready with a washer and dryer and is essential for beach-goers. The backyard has an amazing hot tub, shower, gas barbecue, outdoor furniture, and the front yard has bistro seating. Parking on street with no permit required, and driveway parking. Enjoy the retreat any time of year.

Bookings for this home are supported by the following platforms: VRBO and AirBnB.

The Ricketts' Retreat House is peaceful, beautiful, and awaiting your arrival :)

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Recycling Unit Size: 540 Sq Ft (50 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Please Smoke Of Property. Smoke-free Property Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • sandi

    Submitted Sep 11, 2022

    Stayed Sep 3, 2022

    Was cozy and close to the beach.Had everything we needed to cook and our dog loved it! All fenced in and was very clean.

  • Lee B.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 14, 2026

    Overall we had a great stay. Amazing neighborhood with so much walkability, which is rare for SC. The bed was very comfortable. I appreciated how quick the hosts were to respond. Some things that could have been better, he kitchen was adequately stocked but not ideal if you plan on using it a lot. The cookware is low quality if that matters to you. The hot tub stopped working several times, so we fixed it, but then it stopped working it again. I would say it sleeps two people, not four.

  • adam l.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    The rental cottage was a great experience and will definitely recommend this property and we will return. The cottage neighborhood was quiet, the cottage is beautiful and it was like home. We enjoyed the jacuzzi, the grill, and all the amenities the cottage provided. Clean, organized and full of supplies was the best part. Thank you for the great experience!

  • Courtney F.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    This is our third time staying at this amazing bungalow. It is in the perfect spot to be close to the beach but off the beaten path and close to downtown and other amenities. The upgrades to the yard and hot tub are excellent. We absolutely love this spot.

  • Patricia F.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    Good location. Very clean and quiet (especially while main road has practically no traffic due to nearby bridge work.) Short walk to beach. Safe for a small dog to hang out in the yard. Hot tub is new and clean.

  • Thomas M.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Beautiful location, home is on a dead end street literally 3 minutes from Harbor beach. Great for little one, fully gated property with two parking spots. Very clean home and has everything you need. We had a great time here and highly recommend this home.

  • Heather W.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay. The accommodations were just right for my husband and me. The location was excellent being just a short walk from the beach.

  • Mary M.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    We had a lovely stay at this charming Santa Cruz cottage. Nestled at the end of a quiet street, it felt peaceful yet centrally located. While the listing highlighted walkability, the main road nearby had little shoulder and no close crosswalks. Once across, we enjoyed a nice harbor walk, but we mostly drove since everything was nearby.The cottage is adorable, with succulents and a vibrant fuchsia bush by the door. The outdoor shower wasn’t used due to the season, but the private, clean hot tub was a highlight—we soaked twice a day! Inside, the bungalow has a cozy beachy charm, with original oak floors and a propane stove resembling a fireplace. We used the coffee pot and kettle but ate out at the many great restaurants. The bed was comfortable, and the space felt welcoming.A couple of things could be improved: the towels were thin and small, and a cozy throw blanket would have been nice for reading. The owners were very responsive to small maintenance needs. Overall, our stay was relaxing, quiet, and delightful. We loved coming back to this sweet cottage after exploring and would happily stay again!

  • Brendan F.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    We had a great time at this cottage. It's an easy walk down to the beach. The place is cozy with nice outdoor space. The hot tub was wonderful, seems brand new. The parking is a bit tight being on a narrow dead-end street, but also quiet. Overall, very nice place.

  • Shelley C.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    This place was great. Located at end of dead end road, it was quiet ans we felt safe the entire time. Hot tube was wonderful, and it is just a short walk to beach. The 4 stars had to do with kitchen. The dishwasher was full of dishes when we arrived the inside of microwave was littered with crumbs. Otherwisw this place was ideal for a weekend getaway.

  • Sandi R.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    This was our second time staying at this cozy cottage and we loved it more this time! Has everything you need to cook for yourselves when you don’t want to eat out..Very quiet end of the street, well, except for the falling acorns from this big beautiful tree…lol..will definitely be back!

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$509+
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