Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk

Santa Cruz, California
$707 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

1887 Victorian Historic Landmark on Beach Hill. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom on the UPPER LEVEL of Eastlake style Victorian duplex.

You are just a minute or two walk from the Santa Cruz Main Beach, Wharf and Boardwalk. Surf at Cowell's or just enjoy the sun and fun. We have boogie boards and some wetsuits that you are welcome to use and there are books and games for the family.

Approximately 1900 square feet of space. Multiple hand blown original glass bay windows, very bright and cheery. Lovely hardwood floors throughout. Beautiful trim details, doors, original hardware, amazing chandeliers, fantastic deck etc. See it on the cover of “The Sidewalk Companion to Santa Cruz Architecture” at the book section of the MAH (The Museum of Art & History).

This is a rare opportunity to stay in one of the oldest and best-kept houses/landmarks in Santa Cruz. The intricate exterior is heavily adorned with gingerbread and is detailed with six colors.

The space has a large living room complete with sofa, wing back chairs, and 60 4K curved flat screen TV with cable and DVR. The dining room features a large dining room table with six chairs. The spacious kitchen has garbage disposal, gas stove, dishwasher, and newer refrigerator. One bedroom features a gorgeous four poster queen sized bed with a 37 flat screen TV, the second bedroom lovely antique bedroom set with a full bed and 55 flat screen TV with DVR, the third a queen sized Murphy bed and the fourth bedroom a remarkable full sized Murphy bed that transforms into a desk. One of the bathrooms has a clawfoot tub with pedestal sink, the second bathroom is a Jack and Jill to two of the bedrooms and has a shower. Both are nicely remodeled.

The home is ideally located at the top of Beach Hill, with a very short walk (2- 3 minutes) to the beach/wharf or about ten minutes to downtown. Nice backyard and small upstairs back deck.

Tandem parking for up to two large cars in driveway + 1 parking permit for street.

Sorry, but we absolutely do not allow pets or smoking on the premises (inside or outside).

City of Santa Cruz Permit Number: STR 18 - 0280

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1900 Sq Ft (177 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English German
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • PREETHI L G.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    Host was very welcoming.. the cottage was clean despite the age of the building. Very accessible and quick drive and walk to the board walk and beach

  • Edward V.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    Absolutely gorgeous property with responsive owners. This place is a gem. Location is perfect. The house is incredibly beautiful. 10/10 would stay again.

  • Michael K.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Great place.

  • Kevin C.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    Very well stocked kitchen as well as cleaning, personal supplies and linens. Love the Victorian charm and rockers on the porch. Perfect location, 2 blocks from beach and boardwalk.

  • Ann M.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    We enjoyed a family get together with grown children and grandchildren scattered across the state. So much to see and do: Beach, Boardwalk, Pier shops and restaurants, Roaring Camp trains and hiking, Monterey Bay Aquarium.

  • Robyn P.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Great location, clean throughout, well organized and fully stocked kitchen, lots of historical house charm and a great host.

  • Vesa K.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    We had a very relaxing stay … perfect location and great kitchen/ dining room for cooking dinners and spending time with the family

  • Melinda N.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    My family traveled to Santa Cruz from out of state for my son's wedding. Six of us stayed in the Victorian, although it is advertised for 8 people and can truly comfortably accommodate that full number. The house was emaculate, but more importantly all of the beds and seating were comfortable and truly felt like someone's home and not an staged property. We had an issue with a bathroom sink that we could ot figure out how to work the drain and the host sent someone over within an hour to fix the issue. Check in and out were clear and easy. And it really is a 3-5 minute walk to the wharf (shops/restaurats). We would recommend this property and most certainly stay there again.

  • Jaime D.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    The house was gorgeous. We loved the property and the location. What a treat

  • Eric E.

    Submitted Jan 24, 2025

    Stayed Dec 30, 2024

    We stayed for two nights and really enjoyed our stay. The home has a lot of character and a well-stocked kitchen if you're planning to cook. It's also close to the boardwalk.I'd definitely book here again.

  • Sam U.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    A one of a kind gem in Santa Cruz. Perfect for our small group in town a wedding. We loved every detail.

  • Christine B.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    My niece was getting married in the area and my family arrived a couple of days early to enjoy Santa Cruz. The house is beautiful and exactly what we wanted; close to the beach, the wharf, and the boardwalk. We would definitely stay here again! Loved it!

  • Brian P.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    Really amazing stay in a beautiful house! The photos don’t do it justice, but it really is a beautiful and unique stay.

  • Weiyi G.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 31, 2024

    We stayed over Labor Day long weekend with 4 adults and 4 children total (ages 2-5). The property was absolutely beautiful. As my 5 year old asked upon first seeing it Why is this place so fancy?. ? Apparently Victorian mansions are also conducive to toddler sleep because both 2 year olds slept in until 8AM both days, gifting their parents with a heretofore unprecedented 9.5 hours of sleep. We were a 8 minute walk to the main beach, even at small child speeds, making beach trips easy and frequent. All rooms were comfortable (see toddler sleep above) and the kitchen was large enough for eating breakfasts and cooking dinners. The hosts were incredibly kind, letting us get into the property early and also letting us stay later as we dealt with a dead car battery the morning of our checkout. Full stars and thank you again for hosting us in such a perfect and special place!

  • W R.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 6, 2024

    All great. Better if Host would have told us where trash cans were located.

  • Emma E.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2024

    It was a great location and such a fun house! We will never forget our mini vacay in Santa Cruz!

  • Phil C.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    Family stay for reunion. Close to beach & boardwalk.

  • Edward V.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    Lovely historic home near everything but far enough to enjoy a quiet neighborhood. The kids were convinced the house is haunted but if there are any spirits, they are super kind. Wonderful holiday. Thank you!

  • Alexander E.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    Loved the place. It easily fit our large group. We will try to stay here again. Thanks!

  • Karen R.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    What a perfect place to gather our graduate, silblings and their partners for our daughters UCSC graduation weekend! Close to the beach, to town and what a gorgeous Victorian home! Vicky - the property manager - was communicative and helpful. We loved this place!

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$707+
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