8th Avenue Beach Cottage

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A blue house with a front porch, white picket fence, and a logo for Beachnest Vacation Rentals.
A spacious kitchen with a gas stove, white cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.
A backyard with a wooden fence, potted plants, and a blue paper lantern.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Seabright Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seabright Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪California Wraps - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Spot - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 8th Avenue Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 8th Avenue Beach Cottage?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 8th Avenue Beach Cottage on 7 February 2027 start from NZ$2,816, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 8th Avenue Beach Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 8th Avenue Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 8th Avenue Beach Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 8th Avenue Beach Cottage located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is steps from Twin Lakes State Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Harbor Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Short walk to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable with everything you need! Close to beach , my dogs loved it too! Would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2026
Thanks so much for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Sandi, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the 8th Avenue Beach Cottagein Santa Cruz!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Close to everything by the harbor and yet so quiet. We definitely plan on staying here again when we visit Santa Cruz again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Despite some minor issues upon check-in, the house was very nice, comfortable and perfect for what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay. Nice little backyard for the dogs, couple blocks from the beach, well appointed and clean. Beds were very comfortable… so much better than a hotel room!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a wonderful stay. We are local to SC and needed a place while our house was getting done (always stressful), and this VRBO was perfect for us. It had one of the better appointed kitchens I've had in a vacation rental, which as a cook, I really appreciated. I'd absolutely stay again, or recommend it to family and friends visiting.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely furnished and a well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great! Very clean and many basic amenities provided. Well stocked kitchen and plenty of towels. Great location, just up from Twin Lakes beach and an easy 30 minute walk to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and rides. The host was great and very communicative. We will definitely return to the area and hope this unit is available when we do! Mahalo!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well provisioned Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is close to the beach and the harbor. We enjoyed walking across the bridge with our dog to the north harbor. Very easy check in process.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2025
Thank you Clifton for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

8th Ave beach house

Nice house in a good location close to the beach and harbor. It had everything we needed and we appreciated our dogs were welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute, comfy beach house!

Very cute beach cottage, lovely backyard. Pretty kitchen, plenty of room to relax in the living room, comfortable beds, super clean. We really enjoyed our stay, thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Jean, thank you so much for your nice feedback! Please don't hesitate to contact us again when you need accommodations in Santa Cruz! Liz from Beachnest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful beach cottage

We had a great time at this light, bright, beachy cottage. The location is fabulous--a quick walk to the beach and harbor. The house is comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Marybeth! We hope you'll stay with us again during your next trip to Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

8th Street

Great house and location. Great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Mary! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the 8th Avenue Beach Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend

The location was perfect! No struggles with finding parking to the beach.. Quite neighborhood without traffic, perfect location for family with kids. Beach is down the street…will definitely stay again..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year staying at this beach house in Santa Cruz, and we already hope to come back again next year! The house is always clean, comfortable, and in a convenient location with easy access to everything we wanted to do. The parking makes it a real steal for the location. We walked to the beach everyday and music on the beach at night.It has just about everything you need for a relaxing stay. The only thing to note is that you'll want to bring your own condiments and pantry basics, as those aren't provided. Other than that, the kitchen is well-equipped, and the home is thoughtfully stocked with everything you need and for going to the beach (towels, chairs, toys)We've had another wonderful stay and highly recommend this beach house to anyone looking for a comfortable, well-maintained place to enjoy Santa Cruz. We're already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

We loved our stay at the 8th Ave cottage. Perfect location and had everything we needed. We could have used softer beds, but that our personal preference. We’ll definitely be booking another stay in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you Julie! We hope you'll choose Beachnest Vacation Rentals during your next trip to Santa Cruz!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

MThe house was tidy and cozy, just a short walk fro the beach. But be aware that you’re really renting through Beachnest Rental that requires a lengthy contract.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Tullia, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Beachfront at 8th Avenue Beach Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful gem!

Our family of 3, plus 2 small dogs, had a blast at this cottage. The location cannot be beat (easy walk to the beach), and the cottage was lovely. It had a nicely outfitted kitchen and great sectional for lounging. Relaxing vibe, responsive to our questions - definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Victoria! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the 8th Avenue Beach Cottage in Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what you want from a beach house rental

Absolutely amazing experience. Short walk to the beach. Great neighborhood. Super-clean house with off-street parking. Can't be beat. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Shawn, and we thank you for your feedback on your recent stay at the 8th Avenue Beach Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were happy to find this dog friendly location within walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and coffee (less than 3 blocks). The house was clean, communication was easy, and there were two outdoor areas with tables, chairs, and umbrellas. The back yard had grass and was completely fenced in and the front patio was semi fenced in. Our dog liked to spend her mornings out front in the sun, while I sat in the shade, read my book, and drank my coffee. I would highly recommend this location. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2026
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Michele, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the 8th Avenue Beach Cottage in Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

Cute house updated very clean short walk to beach. I traveled with 2 dogs nice to have a fenced backyard. My little 23 pound dog did find a couple of openings in fence. I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach cottage

We’ll appointed and decorated. Great beds and furniture. Nice outdoor space. Everything worked well. Allows pets. Back fence has big hole that needs to be fixed. Overall great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Maryann! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the 8th Avenue Beach Cottage in Santa Cruz. And, thanks for the heads up on the fence. It has been repaired and is fully secured.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Loved the place and the location. Property wasn’t ready on time . I had to wait til 447 pm. Good thing I didn’t pay for the early arrival, also I couldn’t bring my dog because the discloser stated that my pet couldn’t be over 45lbs. Something I didn’t see until I had payed . I tried to call the property manager and left a message 2 days prior with no answer, so I just left my dog at home .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and a very nicely home for staying with my pets. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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