WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ

Santa Cruz, California
$753 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Need to get away and relax but only have a few days Then come to Santa Cruz and experience all the area has to offer. From the beach to hiking, biking, iconic beach boardwalk, and wine tasting there is something for everyone.

Elegant beach house 3 blocks from Santa Cruz Harbor. Excellent fiber Wi-Fi and good entertainment options.

Santa Cruz has strict quiet hours for vacation rentals. The hours are 10 pm to 8 am. This is not a party house.

An elegant, peaceful retreat awaits you in this beautifully appointed beach house. The three-bedroom, two-bath vacation rental sits in an unusually quiet residential area with access to all of the area’s most popular attractions: It is located three blocks from Twin Lakes Beach (with lifeguards and fire pits and half a mile from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. It’s just a ten-minute drive(without traffic) to the Boardwalk amusement park, Capitola Village, and lively downtown Santa Cruz; ten minutes from redwood forests with miles of hiking and biking trails; a 40-minute drive from Monterey Bay Aquarium; and a 45-minute drive from the San Jose Airport with no traffic.

The open floor plan, downstairs bedroom and bath and no steps to get into the house make this a wheelchair-friendly home should you have such a need.

This comfortable, beautifully decorated house includes a fully equipped kitchen with concrete counters and upscale appliances - everything you need to entertain at home. All three bedrooms have their own private decks and a flat-screen TV with YouTube TV. Downstairs floors offer radiant heat, and a cozy gas fireplace in the living room. 55 4K flat screen smart TV above the fireplace which swivels so you can sit in the backyard and watch TV with the accordion doors open, i.e. sporting events.

If you have to bring your work with you, the home is equipped with high-speed WIFI, and even works well in the backyard!

The fenced-in backyard has a private hot tub, where you can relax under the stars, as well as a table for outdoor dining and a gas BBQ. There is even a wagon provided with sun chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie and skim boards, and toys to make your beach vacation complete. Linens and towels are provided. Just bring your swimsuits and enjoy! Sleeps one to eight people. This is a nonsmoking house.

Keywords: House. Twin Lakes, Harbor, boardwalk, hot tub

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • 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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1600 Sq Ft (149 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Sea On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Mary A.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2026

    Stayed Jun 4, 2026

    Very nice property and comfortable to stay in. We didn’t use the hot tub/bbq but it looked nice. Beds comfy. Kitchen very well stocked!

  • Submitted Jun 5, 2026

    Stayed Jun 1, 2026

    We enjoyed our stay and my family loved the central location to all the things that interested them. The hot tub was utilized every night. We did not use the BBQ but would next time we come.

  • Submitted Jun 4, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    Maureen was a wonderful host who was responsive and provided clear, detailed information. You can tell she really cares for her home. The house was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. We enjoyed the hot tub, and it was a nice bonus having beach chairs and towels, as well as streaming services, available for guests to use! The location was excellent in a quiet neighborhood and close to everywhere we wanted to go. We had a great stay and would definitely come back. Thanks Maureen!

  • William T.

    Submitted May 29, 2026

    Stayed May 26, 2026

    Very comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach

  • Gregory D.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2026

    Stayed Apr 23, 2026

    Perfect house for a beach getaway -So comfortable and tucked away in a quiet neighborhood next to the beach. Very nicely appointed and the hot tub is a nice perk! Well definitely be back

  • Liana S.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2026

    Stayed Mar 29, 2026

    The home and property were exceptional—fresh-smelling, impeccably clean, and perfectly cozy. It was also thoughtfully stocked with all the amenities we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there.

  • Taylor A.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    We had a wonderful time! Everything was clean and comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked.

  • Caroline P.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2026

    Stayed Mar 7, 2026

    Everything was wonderful! A few blocks to the ocean / beach. So much to do in the area amazing food! The home was perfect. Communication was perfect. Clean!! Quiet neighborhood. Perfect place for families to enjoy the Santa Cruz area. Book it!

  • Tyler M.

    Submitted Feb 20, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Beautiful home in a perfect location. Easy walk to a lot of our favorite places. Very comfy beds and couches made it easy to feel right at home. Would definitely recommend!!

  • Trisha H.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    Everything about this stay was easy, and the place was worth every penny. It was conveniently located within 20 minutes of the Boardwalk and Capitola, and walking distance to the beach. We had a wonderful vacation with this as our homebase.

  • Tina U.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    Great home in a nice neighborhood with a spacious kitchen and beautiful outdoor space. Wonderful living room with great seating that accommodated our family very comfortably. The bedrooms were nice and the beds were comfortable. The communication with the owner was outstanding and I appreciated her responsiveness to my questions. Overall, a great experience.

  • Deborah G.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Nov 22, 2025

    This warm and welcoming home was the perfect nest for us. Spacious, comfortable, and close to all of our favorite spots- the harbor, the beach, so much good food and our friends. Thank you

  • Veronica F.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Annual 5 friends weekend. We had a great time. The house was exactly, if not better, than described. Clean, comfortable, close to the beach, golf, restaurants and town. Plenty of places to relax inside and out. We were able to play scrabble, do crafts, enjoy meals. The host was extremely responsive and helpful. Very easy to coordinate with. Highly recommended!

  • Lauren H.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    This property was perfect for a low key weekend and everything was so clean it felt like the cleaners had just left. The host was super accommodating, communicative and friendly making the stay even better. It was a short walk to the beach and close in proximity to the boardwalk!

  • Nancy B.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2025

    Stayed Oct 7, 2025

    Great property in an excellent quiet neighborhood! The kitchen was well equipped and common area very comfortable. Great large table with good lighting for our 1000 piece puzzle! Will definitely be back.

  • Susan B.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Girlfriends and myself had such a great time we hated to leave. House was very comfortable and well stocked…thank you Mo!

  • Alicia M.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Very inviting very clean. Nice Ice kitchen. We love to cook as a family, so it was nice. Lots of room.

  • Liz R.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 27, 2025

    The location was very convenient to many local things to do, places to see and good places to eat. The home was beautiful and provided extraordinary amenities..

  • Valerie H.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    Great location and space for our group. Would stay again!

  • Matt D.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Loved Santa Cruz and this was the perfect place for our family of 5 to stay. Had everything we needed and was a true home from home.

  • Charlene M.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    The house was well kept, clean, and user friendly. The owners had great instructions for most things in their house. Location was great, close to the beach.

  • Chris R.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    Nice newer home located within easy walking distance to the harbor, restaurants and beach. Maureen was great with allowing us to get in early and in quickly addressing a minor issue we had. Would definitely recommend staying here.

  • Robert T.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    The house is awesome. Loved the living area and kitchen. Beds were comfy. Hot tub was used :)

  • Stacy G.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    The house was beautiful. Our family of 6 enjoyed the hot tub and the spacious house. 5 minute walk to the beach.

  • Sandy P.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    Fantastic home in quiet neighborhood with easy walk to beach and eateries! Small 3rd floor office easily accommodates extra firm foam single mattress. Hot tub made our early June trip more enjoyable. Beach days were limited due to weather. The house spacious and played out well. Definitely would rent this house again.

  • Veronica B.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2025

    Stayed Apr 14, 2025

    This is by far one of the best homes I have stayed at during my family trips using Vrbo to locate quality vacation rental homes. I will most definitely being staying here again for our next visit to Santa Cruz. I HIGHLY recommend this vacation rental home for the following reasons:Excellent Communication with Marlene.I appreciated her personal phone call to ensure a safe visit and to ensure we understood her house keeping expectations. She was always available via text if every I had a few questions. All home instructions were also in a very organized packet upon entering the home. House alarm was nice too!Clean and Beautiful Home.The house was very clean. All of the bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, patio, front porch, decks, and garage were extremely clean, organized, well stocked with linens, and cooking supplies. Washer and dryer very helpful. Comfortable beds, teens were happy!Safe and Lovely Neighborhood:Neighbors were welcoming as we took walks to the beach or local convenient store. Families in the area riding bikes and walking their pets also gave a safe feeling. Clean area, everyone takes good care of their homes. Great Location:Walks to the beach were excellent. The house has beach chairs, toys, and other fun outdoor equipment. Not a long drive to the pier either. Fun family day at the pier. My favoritesLove the fireplace, jacuzzi, tall glass windows to enjoy the backyard, comfy furniture, peaceful, area and parking is good. Simply perfect!

  • Linda S.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    This was our first time using VRBO and everything was great!

  • Darcey V.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    We all had a great time staying at the beach house! I thought we would be a little closer to the beach and the parking was a little tight for 2 trucks and a car but it worked out just fine!

  • Lea O.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2025

    Stayed Feb 16, 2025

    Fabulous all around.

  • Susan P.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    As a number of people have said before me, this house is comfortable, clean, and has a well set-up kitchen. The location worked out great for us. Communication with the owner was great.

  • Angela C.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2024

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    Clean and spacious! Great location and lots of kitchen and bathroom supplies! Great stay!

  • Amy O.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay! The owner was very helpful and responsive. Highly recommend!

  • Alexis B.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    Probably one of the nicest properties we have stayed at in our travels. Even nicer than the pictures show! Location was excellent and house and kitchen were well stocked and provided everything we needed. Didn’t end up using the outdoor area much because of all the acorns and debris from the beautiful oak tree in the backyard but that’s okay. We had a wonderful visit, thank you!

  • Sandra J.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay at this location. Loved the well equipped kitchen and the short walk to the beach.

  • Laura R.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Cozy, beautiful, comfy and wonderful. Lots of little things to make it perfect. The bed downstairs was so comfy. Heated floors were fabulous. All the amenities were perfect.

  • Sandra C.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Upon arrival, we were greeted with a quiet safe neighborhood close to Seabright, a beach at the end of the street. The parking situation was very narrow, however, we were able to situate up to 4 cars on or near the property. The spacing was tight for our cars but it wasn’t too much of an inconvenience. The entrance felt private & safe since it was located on the side of the house. Once you enter the home, you notice the bright natural lighting (around 3pm). It was a very open space with the kitchen, dining & living room all together. The master bedroom was located on the first floor right next to the living room & stairs, so this plan wouldn’t be too ideal for families with children. What I really enjoyed about the master bedroom was the amount of closet space. The upstairs was even brighter & well furnished with even better views, given it has two different balconies. They provided us with small bathroom amenities such as make up wipes, body wash & plenty of different towels I very much appreciated this as I benefitted from all of them! We used the hot tub both nights & it does require some time to heat up, but once it’s hot, it stays hot. Curfew was at 10pm & it really does get quiet in the neighborhood so you do notice the intensity of your own volume when outside. They even provided extra bath robes upstairs & downstairs & they came super in handy for these situations. Only inconvenience was, I didn’t get my check out instructions until 2hrs before check out.

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$753+
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