10/10 Excellent
Sinda M.
7 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sinda M.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Entire home
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 687.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Santa Cruz, CA
- Santa Cruz Harbor1 min walk
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk18 min walk
- Santa Cruz Wharf5 min drive
- San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Other Sleeping
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
1 Bathroom in home
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
We continue using a “HypoCleanse HOCL all Natural’’ ELECTROSTATIC DISINFECTION process which has been “approved by the EPA’’. This is done before and after every guest. (This ongoing disinfection process is reflected in the housekeeping fee).
During this time, the kitchen remains stocked with eating utensils plates and glassware as well as Coffee filters.
You may choose to bring your own bedding, towels, disposable plates, cups and utensils, spices, etc. Anything to make your stay more comfortable. Please, NO sleeping bags.
There will be 1 roll of paper towels and 1 roll of bathroom tissue to start your stay.
Cleaned and sanitized bedding, towels, blankets and kitchen cloths are supplied.
Parking is first available on the street. You can parralel park in front of the garage.
PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL with any questions.
There are NEW dual pane Windows/Blinds and interior/exterior paint and New Queen memory foam beds.
Welcome to your home away from home where your family or friends can spend a relaxing vacation.
We supply EVERYTHING to get your vacation started. Linens, towels, bedding and a moderate startup supply of paper products.
You supply FOOD & SPICES, CLOTHES, PERSONAL ITEMS, FIREWOOD and additional paper products for longer stays.
Arbor House Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Vacation Rental in Santa Cruz California, is a 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath private residence that can accommodate 2 to 4 Adult guests comfortably and a Family of 6 easily.
Rent for one weekend or a couple weeks throughout the year. We are just four houses away and 150 steps to Twin Lakes State Beach, Santa Cruz on the Monterey Bay Sanctuary.
Just steps away are Dining, Drinks, Boating and Entertainment on the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. There will be no reason to leave the neighborhood!
As you sit on the raised backyard deck of our Cottage, watch boats come and go from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. In the distance you will hear the Sea Lions on the Santa Cruz Pier, and the adults and children laughing and screaming as they ride the Circa 1924 Giant Dipper on the famous 100 Year Old Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A 7 minute drive or a 1.20 mile walk. There is also a 'Summer Season' water taxi that will glide you across the Yacht Harbor to get you on your walk to the Beach Boardwalk a bit faster. 11:00 to 6:00 pm summer weekends and holidays though Labor Day.
Take Kayaking excursions on the Bay or a Chardonnay II Tour, go Wine Tasting or take the Skunk Train into the Santa Cruz Mountains!
There are so many things to see and do in Santa Cruz, on the Monterey Bay and surrounding area that you'll want to re-book your next stay right away!
PLEASE VIEW AVAILABILITY CALENDER BEFORE CONTACTING US! PLEASE CONTACT US BY EMAIL OR TEXT FOR A FASTER RESPONSE. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO TAKE PHONE CALLS OR RETURN THEM IN A TIMELY MANNER. WE WILL RETURN YOUR INQUIRY ASAP!
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During this time, the kitchen remains stocked with eating utensils plates and glassware as well as Coffee filters.
You may choose to bring your own bedding, towels, disposable plates, cups and utensils, spices, etc. Anything to make your stay more comfortable. Please, NO sleeping bags.
There will be 1 roll of paper towels and 1 roll of bathroom tissue to start your stay.
Cleaned and sanitized bedding, towels, blankets and kitchen cloths are supplied.
Parking is first available on the street. You can parralel park in front of the garage.
PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL with any questions.
There are NEW dual pane Windows/Blinds and interior/exterior paint and New Queen memory foam beds.
Welcome to your home away from home where your family or friends can spend a relaxing vacation.
We supply EVERYTHING to get your vacation started. Linens, towels, bedding and a moderate startup supply of paper products.
You supply FOOD & SPICES, CLOTHES, PERSONAL ITEMS, FIREWOOD and additional paper products for longer stays.
Arbor House Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Vacation Rental in Santa Cruz California, is a 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath private residence that can accommodate 2 to 4 Adult guests comfortably and a Family of 6 easily.
Rent for one weekend or a couple weeks throughout the year. We are just four houses away and 150 steps to Twin Lakes State Beach, Santa Cruz on the Monterey Bay Sanctuary.
Just steps away are Dining, Drinks, Boating and Entertainment on the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. There will be no reason to leave the neighborhood!
As you sit on the raised backyard deck of our Cottage, watch boats come and go from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. In the distance you will hear the Sea Lions on the Santa Cruz Pier, and the adults and children laughing and screaming as they ride the Circa 1924 Giant Dipper on the famous 100 Year Old Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A 7 minute drive or a 1.20 mile walk. There is also a 'Summer Season' water taxi that will glide you across the Yacht Harbor to get you on your walk to the Beach Boardwalk a bit faster. 11:00 to 6:00 pm summer weekends and holidays though Labor Day.
Take Kayaking excursions on the Bay or a Chardonnay II Tour, go Wine Tasting or take the Skunk Train into the Santa Cruz Mountains!
There are so many things to see and do in Santa Cruz, on the Monterey Bay and surrounding area that you'll want to re-book your next stay right away!
PLEASE VIEW AVAILABILITY CALENDER BEFORE CONTACTING US! PLEASE CONTACT US BY EMAIL OR TEXT FOR A FASTER RESPONSE. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO TAKE PHONE CALLS OR RETURN THEM IN A TIMELY MANNER. WE WILL RETURN YOUR INQUIRY ASAP!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
See House Rules-section 5
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
OUTSIDE the Cottage ONLY.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
All checkout details are posted in the Cottage
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
Property Registration Number permit# 161422
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Santa Cruz
Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this cottage 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Santa Cruz, CA
What's nearby
- Santa Cruz Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Twin Lakes State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Santa Cruz Main Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
- Crow's Nest Restaurant - 4 min walk
- Harbor Cafe - 8 min walk
- Verve Coffee Roasters - 17 min walk
- Brady's Yacht Club - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Katie K.
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie W.
17 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jamie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cody B.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice back deck
Cody B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ben C.
13 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julia M.
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Nancy M.
12 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nancy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
William M.
3 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay steps from Twin Lakes Beach
William M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charlie Y.
6 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlie Y.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria L.
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach weekend
Maria L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wolf O.
23 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Wolf O.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan Aline B.
11 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great
Susan Aline B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Mark L.
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place
Mark L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pam B.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
annual family get together
Pam B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura D.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Cruz Getaway
Laura D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy H.
27 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Cathy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard S.
30 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage
Richard S.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas K.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin Lakes Gem
Thomas K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Madelyn C.
9 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and home
Madelyn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy O.
27 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it.
Nancy O.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay C.
5 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but cute
Lindsay C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Don O.
18 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice beach stay
Don O.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Peter B.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arbor
Peter B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage by harbor
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maureen N., Sacramento
20 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place!
Maureen N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Scott Johnson
Hello, I’m Shirley, your host, and I would like to share a bit of the history of Arbor House Cottage. Arbor House was built in 1937 and has been in the family since 1958. My grandmother was the second owner. Though it wasn't called Arbor House then, it was simply a long term rental.
My grandparents lived across the street in the corner house and I remember going to visit them and playing there. Being with them was very special to me and my siblings. After they passed, I lived there with my Mother and Father until I married and started my own family and after my mother passed, the cottage came to me.
It is good to be able to go over from time to time, enjoy the beach and delicious restaurants and recall the wonderful memories!.....(note the picture on the wall in the dining room, it's not me but reminds me of myself as a child on the beach).....
Scott and I have put many long and loving hours into making Arbor House the warm and welcoming Cottage that it is today.
So, 'welcome'....This is your home for the short time you are here.
Enjoy, Relax and let your cares slip away.
Sincerely, Shirley
My grandparents lived across the street in the corner house and I remember going to visit them and playing there. Being with them was very special to me and my siblings. After they passed, I lived there with my Mother and Father until I married and started my own family and after my mother passed, the cottage came to me.
It is good to be able to go over from time to time, enjoy the beach and delicious restaurants and recall the wonderful memories!.....(note the picture on the wall in the dining room, it's not me but reminds me of myself as a child on the beach).....
Scott and I have put many long and loving hours into making Arbor House the warm and welcoming Cottage that it is today.
So, 'welcome'....This is your home for the short time you are here.
Enjoy, Relax and let your cares slip away.
Sincerely, Shirley
Why they chose this property
Shirley is 3rd generation owner.
What makes this property unique
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Arbor House Beach Cottage is located on 6th Avenue, just four houses up and 150 steps to Twin Lakes State Beach.
Just steps away is one of Monterey Bay's most popular restaurants, The Crow's Nest, offering spectacular waterfront views on the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary.
As you sit on the deck of our Vacation Rental cottage, watch boats come and go from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Listen to the Sea Lions on the Santa Cruz Pier, and the adults and children laughing as they ride the 1924 Giant Dipper on the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. About 1.97 miles away and a 7 minute drive or a 1.20 mile walk.
Free Water Taxi throughout the Yacht Harbor: Weekends and Holidays,
10 AM - 6 PM Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Take Kyaking excursions on the Bay or a Chardonnay II Tour, take a ride on the historic Roaring Camp Railroad or go Wine Tasting!
There are so many things to see and do in Santa Cruz, on the Monterey Bay and surrounding area.
Arbor House Beach Cottage is located on 6th Avenue, just four houses up and 150 steps to Twin Lakes State Beach.
Just steps away is one of Monterey Bay's most popular restaurants, The Crow's Nest, offering spectacular waterfront views on the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary.
As you sit on the deck of our Vacation Rental cottage, watch boats come and go from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Listen to the Sea Lions on the Santa Cruz Pier, and the adults and children laughing as they ride the 1924 Giant Dipper on the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. About 1.97 miles away and a 7 minute drive or a 1.20 mile walk.
Free Water Taxi throughout the Yacht Harbor: Weekends and Holidays,
10 AM - 6 PM Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Take Kyaking excursions on the Bay or a Chardonnay II Tour, take a ride on the historic Roaring Camp Railroad or go Wine Tasting!
There are so many things to see and do in Santa Cruz, on the Monterey Bay and surrounding area.
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