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Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage.

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A nautical-themed interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a large ocean wave painting.
A spacious living room with a red rug, a beige sofa, and a coffee table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel stove, and a dishwasher.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a chair, and a wall decoration.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sunny Cove Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Master

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage.

The Surfshack is a newly remodeled two bedroom, two bathroom cottage in Santa Cruz that sleeps up to six people (CA King bed in master bedroom, Queen in guest bedroom. Enjoy a wonderful open floor plan between the kitchen, dining and living rooms. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to enjoy a meal at home (we provide coffee and tea.) The house is just a three minute walk to Black's Beach which is semi-private as there is no public parking available in the neighborhood. We are in the sunniest part of Santa Cruz. We're walking distance to a number of restaurants in the area so you don't need to drive once you get here, although there are many good choices in town! You can also bbq if you'd like. We provide body boards, surf boards, umbrellas, a wagon, beach towels and toys for you to enjoy a great day at the beach! You should have a good night's sleep in our comfortable beds and great bedding. Lastly, enjoy the front patio which lights up at night so you can enjoy the beautiful evenings of Santa Cruz! It really is a wonderful, relaxing home!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking. No parties. Please remove shoes when walking in bedrooms or coming from beach.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1887550vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider are also worth visiting.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Seabright Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the sun and the great atmosphere at the Surf Shack. A beautiful cottage. located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Twin Lakes State Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. Sunny Cove Beach and Santa Maria's Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property and our stay! Perfect location. Beach supplies and outdoor space was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay ! The cottage was clean, spacious, and beautifully maintained. The location was perfect. Ir was peaceful and relaxing, yet close to everything we needed. We definitely would stay here again and highly recommended this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ducminh T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, walking distance to beach and food. Clean and spacious home with a private outdoor space. Excellent communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! Well located for beach, walks, dining, morning coffee... Loved the front sitting area, comfy beds, excellent kitchen. We will definitely plan to stay here the next time we're in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Relaxing Get-Away

Wonderful and relaxing beach house in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

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

Weekend get away

Enjoyed the place and friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved this place! I walked to breakfast, coffee, burritos, and delicious Italian. The beach is so close and beautiful. Easy parking, cute neighborhood. The home is very comfortable. I hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

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

Big Sur

Wonderful location, on a quiet street. House is roomy with a cute little garden patio to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. As was Helda. It was easy to find and close to what we wanted. The house was very clean and well appointed. It worked perfectly for our weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eden B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly what we were hoping for! Bright and clean, comfortable for a family of 4, walkable to beach, farmers market, coffee, and several restaurants. Bonus, the patio was lovely and we actually enjoyed our coffee out there every morning and an early evening beverage every afternoon. Easy parking, check in, and communication with host. Will absolutely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed. I could only say that I personally had a hard time with the coffee maker because I don't use Keurig but that's just me-lol. We didn't cook anything so didn't need to use the kitchen. Helda was very communicative and allowed us to even check in a little early.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

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

Beach getaway

The house was perfect for our small family. Close walk to nice beaches. Short drive to the boardwalk and Capitola. It was a perfect escape from the hot summer temps we get at home. We will definitely return and would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and cozy home with adorable beachy decor throughout. Has a patio area and a gated carport to keep your vehicle secure. Beach chairs, umbrellas, etc provided for use. Walking distance to the beach and eateries. Easy drive to Mystery Spot, Boardwalk, etc. Cozy, clean and comfortable for a small family. Has the amenities needed to make your stay comfortable. Check in and out was easy and the host was responsive and great with communication. Would stay again and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalya L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very thoughtful host. We are so grateful!Quiet, peaceful spot. Far enough from downtown to feel safe, yet just a short walk to Farmer’s Market and wonderful restaurants. There was a detour to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, due to bridge repairs - once this job is completed, it will be easier to drop off the family there. It was a relief to have normal showers, which are becoming harder to find (with a curtain / door). It was excellent value for the last minute booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location!

The house was location just a short walk from black state beach which was a nice smaller beach that’s less crowded than most. They had towels, an umbrella, some beach chairs and a wagon available to use which was nice. They also have an outdoor shower to rinse off all the sand so you’re not tracking it inside the house. It was a cute cozy house and when I reached out with some questions they responded back quickly. My family had a great time and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent V.

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

Great stay

The house was bigger than expected and had everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna I.

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

The home, and especially kitchen, was very well stocked, quiet and in a great location.

Helda was very responsive and we would definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

matt d.

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

Beach house

Great location. 11/2 blocks from the beach. Beach was clean with a great atmosphere. Lifeguards on duty. House was very comfortable. Was definitely a nice touch having the surfboard, boogie boards and bikes. Along with chairs and shade. Most everything one needs for the beach. House is stocked. Had an issue with hallway shower. Louis promptly took care of it. Owners wanted to make sure our stay was a nice memorable one. Thank you Louis and Helda. Definitely would like to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Relaxing get away

Fabulous location for relaxing. Access to the beach down the block is easy, though the fenced in front yard is so lovely and comfortable that we spent a lot of time there. The kitchen and living room set up was great for evenings of dining, talking, puzzles, card games and movies.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Lovely space to chill

This property is ideally situated for easy access to the beach. You have a permitted space to park on street. Kitchen is well appointed and there is a separate dining area. We particularly enjoyed the outside patio space.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Ahhhh

This is a great place to stay. Very quiet neighborhood yet convenient to an excellent restaurant (Star Bene) and cafe. There's also a small food etc store nearby and on Sundays the Live Oak farmer's market. The ocean and Twin Lakes beach is a block away. The house itself is spacious, comfortable, and very clean with a great kitchen, well equipped. We would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Nice Santa Cruz getaway stay

Nice house, that was just as described. We enjoyed our stay. The location was 2 blocks from a beach. Easy walking distance. 1.5 mile walk to the Santa Cruz beach boardwalk. Overall, we had a nice time at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariam V A.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merren D.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Your host

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We are a family who loves to travel so we do our best to provide our guests the best experience possible when staying at our home. We remodeled this home about four years ago with a very open floor plan so that we could enjoy it together as a family. Our guests love this feature as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This is a great neighborhood because it has access to a great beach within a short three minute walking distance. It’s close to shops and restaurants which makes it ideal for a relaxing stay. It’s also 10 minutes away from Capitola Village which has so much to offer.

What makes this property unique

This home is super well maintained, very well stocked with everything you need for a beach vacation, it is kept immaculately clean and very conveniently located.

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