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Relaxing 3BR Family Get Away Walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 792.9 sq m
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Santa Cruz, CA
- Place, Seabright Beach3 min walk
- Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk3 min walk
- Place, Ocean Street6 min walk
- Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)60 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #3
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Relaxing 3BR Family Get Away Walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Our family beach place is a unique style duplex, (2 separate units), one is accessed at street level and the other is above. The 3 BR 1 BA is our upstairs unit. It has a porch area where you can sit out and have a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine. There is a filtered view of the Boardwalk Log Ride, wharf and bay. The kitchen has recently been remodeled with new appliances and a dishwasher. It opens up to the living room and dining area. The living room is light and bright. The bedrooms and the bathroom are down the hall, separating the living and dining area nicely. Bedroom #1 has a queen size bed and smart tv, bedroom #2 also has a queen, bedroom #3 has a bunkbed, single bed, and a roll away twin bed. There is a private patio area with gas grill, fire pit and colorful market lights. If you bring bikes they can be stored here as the gate has a lock. If the downstairs guests have bikes, they can store there as well. The patio is for your use but with potential sharing if items need to be secured.
IMPORTANT; One of our most important house rules is about being mindful of noise. There is often a guest staying in the one-bedroom apartment below, so we kindly ask that you keep things quiet — especially after 10:00 PM. This means being mindful of loud talking, shouting, running, or jumping.
Normal footsteps can be heard downstairs, so when things get extra loud it can make for an unpleasant experience for our downstairs guests. We appreciate you helping us keep the space comfortable for everyone by being thoughtful and respectful.
IMPORTANT; One of our most important house rules is about being mindful of noise. There is often a guest staying in the one-bedroom apartment below, so we kindly ask that you keep things quiet — especially after 10:00 PM. This means being mindful of loud talking, shouting, running, or jumping.
Normal footsteps can be heard downstairs, so when things get extra loud it can make for an unpleasant experience for our downstairs guests. We appreciate you helping us keep the space comfortable for everyone by being thoughtful and respectful.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
It is upstairs. Please use gate at top of stairs
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to 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 rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Santa Cruz
Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Santa Cruz, CA
What's nearby
- Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Seabright Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Ocean Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Boardwalk Bowl - 12 min walk
- Coaster's Lounge - 12 min walk
- Los Primos Taqueria - 10 min walk
- Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - 11 min walk
- Verve Coffee Roasters - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
23 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
2 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa W.
2 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rita R.
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rita R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hannah P.
27 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hannah P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda E.
2 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amanda E.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joey L.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay close to boardwalk
Joey L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina H.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christina H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
lelia m.
31 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
lelia m.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim H.
17 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vrbo
Tim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jarrett K.
10 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Jarrett K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy H.
1 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
Jeremy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location for Boardwalk and Beaches!
Susan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gail G.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Cruz Getaway
Gail G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erica W.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
California beach stay
Erica W.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy W.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So fun love the neiborhood
Nancy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Courtney B.
2 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brief visit
Courtney B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deb P.
31 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Cruz apartment
Deb P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Prescott W.
12 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, simple place with communicative host
Prescott W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra A.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not too big and not too small. Just the perfect size. And location, you can’t beat it.
Sandra A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charity T.
21 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Cruz
Charity T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dave G.
9 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and location
Dave G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Celebration
Lisa L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Susan Bertilacchi Green
My parents and their friends purchased our place many years ago. My grand parents who immigrated from Italy first started vacationing in Santa Cruz. Then they brought their kids (my dad being one of them) and always rented in the Seabright neighborhood. Now my grandparents and dad have passed, my mom still enjoys coming to Santa Cruz accompanied by family, such as me or my siblings, grand children and now great grandchildren. The torch was passed, I am no longer 6, skating around the block, but managing the property and learning to be a great host!!! Being an RN, taking care of people is a great background for that and I love helping to make for a great experience.
Why they chose this property
Everyone who stays at our place, and there have been people who return year after year for 20 years, say that above all, they love the location. They enjoy being able to stroll down to the beach, the harbor, restaurants, coffee places, the Boardwalk, wharf. Not having to use the car much is something people like. There are those that drive into town, pick up their groceries and never use the car again. With kids, it is nice that they can walk down to the Boardwalk and can easily go back an forth. In recent years we turned the side yard into a place to hang out, with fire pit and grill, colored market lights!
We are always striving to make our place more comfortable and cozy. There is now a new kitchen where we took out a wall and it opens up to the living room, making the whole area brighter and cohesive. The model for over 50 years had been renting to university students September to June, then our family had weeks in the summer only. What weeks not used by us were rented to family friends. So, the newest change in all of this, is opening it up for new guests to come year long, and for our family to enjoy during the "off" season.
We are always striving to make our place more comfortable and cozy. There is now a new kitchen where we took out a wall and it opens up to the living room, making the whole area brighter and cohesive. The model for over 50 years had been renting to university students September to June, then our family had weeks in the summer only. What weeks not used by us were rented to family friends. So, the newest change in all of this, is opening it up for new guests to come year long, and for our family to enjoy during the "off" season.
What makes this property unique
The summer is fun in Santa Cruz, the energy is high, it is great. But little known is how awesome the weather is in many of the off season months. It is beautiful most of the time. I love being there when it rains, sitting in a cafe' or coffee place at the ocean side, watching the surf.
The Boardwalk is nearby. You can hear the roar of the Big Dipper, and the excited screams from the passengers! Also you will hear the bark of the sea lions coming from the wharf. And the crash of the waves when the tide is in and waves are good size.
In December, our neighbor has an elaborate Christmas display. People come from all over to see.
It is a nice quiet neighborhood where we all look out for each other.
The Boardwalk is nearby. You can hear the roar of the Big Dipper, and the excited screams from the passengers! Also you will hear the bark of the sea lions coming from the wharf. And the crash of the waves when the tide is in and waves are good size.
In December, our neighbor has an elaborate Christmas display. People come from all over to see.
It is a nice quiet neighborhood where we all look out for each other.
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