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Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Our beach!  The Crow's Nest and other restaurants are a short beach walk away
We are 6 homes away from this great State Beach at Twin Lakes!
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 bunk bed (1 twin over 1 full with 1 twin trundle)

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6 (3 twins and 1 full)

2 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.

Welcome to our remarkable retreat, a stone's throw from the serene Twin Lakes Beach in Santa Cruz, situated on the quaint 14th Avenue. This sprawling sanctuary spans over 4,000 square feet, providing breathtaking views, an enviable location, and a slice of the enchanting atmosphere that Santa Cruz is famed for. Envision yourself soaking up the sun on the beach or unwinding on one of the numerous decks that adorn our home, offering spaces of peace and spaciousness. Located ideally, a short stroll will take you to the Harbor, where you can savor the offerings of local eateries and meander through delightful boutiques. Our residence comfortably houses up to 14 guests, with a thoughtful design that caters to both families and groups. A specially dedicated game room is a treasure trove of fun, equipped with beach toys, Foosball, and Ping Pong, ensuring entertainment for all ages. VR Permit number 211386.
Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate number VR00024.
This home stretches across three well-appointed levels; the zenith is home to the kitchen, dining, and living spaces, complemented by an outdoor deck to immerse in the scenic beauty. The six cozy bedrooms are nestled on the main floor, adjacent to another charming deck, while the game room finds its place on the ground level. It's important to note that guests who may find navigating stairs challenging should consider alternate lodging options.

Compliance with the Santa Cruz Vacation Home Ordinance is paramount, affecting all residences within the county. This mandate allows for a maximum of 2 adults per bedroom, plus an extra 2 adults, capping our adult guest capacity at 14. Children under 8 years are exempt from this count, enabling us to accommodate your family or group with ease. The ordinance promotes exclusivity and privacy, strictly permitting only those named on the guest list to access the premises. We are pet-friendly, welcoming up to two dogs with prior breed disclosure and fee, and cater to both short and longer stays, with flexible booking options available.

Our home is an idyllic setting for family reunions, gatherings, memorials, corporate retreats, team building, anniversaries, birthdays, and celebrations of all kinds, offering a blend of comfort and space. It comes fully furnished and equipped with modern amenities including 2 large HD LCD TVs, cable access, high-speed wireless internet, dual fireplaces, DVD players, glimpses of the ocean from the decks, top-tier bed linens, laundry facilities, and an outdoor shower with hot water, perfect for post-beach relaxation. The private deck features a gas BBQ and a storage space stocked with beach gear. Allow the rhythmic sound of the waves to lull you to sleep, and awaken to morning coffee in the calm of our beachside retreat or on the beach itself (note: we cannot control sea lion sounds).

A brief walk from Twin Lakes Beach, our home boasts both privacy and proximity to beachside activities. Discover the local culinary scene, shop to your heart's content, or indulge in tranquil beach walks, all while staying in a location central to Santa Cruz's iconic attractions and a drive away from the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium, Pebble Beach, and more.

This house, our cherished second home, is perfect for guests who value respect for property, neighbors, and local regulations. Those in search of a 'party house' will need to look elsewhere. We emphasize the importance of observing quiet hours from 10 pm to 8 am, in respect of our neighbors and in compliance with local ordinances. Our cancellation policy is generous, offering a full refund up to 90 days prior to your stay, a testament to our commitment to your satisfaction.

This home is more than a place to stay; it's a haven for creating unforgettable memories, whether you're here for a special event, a restful escape, or a group gathering. We invite you to experience a piece of paradise in Santa Cruz, blending comfort with the natural beauty of the California coast!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are a maximum of 7 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please inquire. Pet Fees apply. Maximum of 2 pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking outside, on property or on decks.

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
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We have a spacious home, 14 Guests total. Maximum # of Adults is 14 (an adult is anyone age 8 and up, per the Santa Cruz Vacation Ordinance).
Quiet time is between 10pm and 8am daily. We kindly ask that you refrain from using the decks or game room after 10pm per SC ordinance. $250 min. Fine
90 days cancellation prior for full refund. With payment, guests agree to this policy and to pay the SC County transient occupancy tax increases

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

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 7 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.?

As of 2 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions. on 3 November 2025 start from NZ$2,319.07, 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.

What time is check-in at Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions. located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Lincoln Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 331 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed out stay at this property, which was just a very short walk to a great beach. Also, loved the ample off street parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

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

Great house, great location, perfect for large groups

We had a family of 15 and this place was perfect. Sleeping arrangements were fantastic, just a very short, 500 ft, and easy walk to an incredible beach. Game room was fun and cooking area and kitchen were perfect for a large family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle K.

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

Large, comfortable beach house with two kitchens!

Roomy beach house just five houses away from Twin Lakes Beach. Upper floor is great for gathering - a kitchen, dining room, and living room on each side. Plenty of place to gather in smaller groups. Many bedrooms and bathrooms. Very easy parking. Just a short walk to a wonderful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house. It is 1/2 block from the beach with lots of places to walk to. Tide pools are at the end of 16th Ave. We all go our seperate ways during the day, but come together for dinner. Plenty of room for all of us to eat together. However, we noticed the smoke detectors were missimg upstairs. Looking forward to renting again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma C.

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

Comer family vacation

Wonderful location. Near Boardwalk, Capitola shopping, and steps from a perfect beach. It’s our fourth year at this house and we’re already booking for next year. We love the two kitchens and the two large tables for eating together and for playing family games. Michele, the hostess, is so responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana H.

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

Fantastic Way to Visit to Santa Cruze

We brought a rather large clan of 15 family members and two dogs to this lovely house and found it super comfortable, clean and enjoyable. Just steps from the beach with a nice patio for barbaques and a well stocked kitchen allowing us to cook and serve with no problems. Our host was super communicative and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Large home good for large family

We had a great after Christmas gathering with extended family. Perfect for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Very comfortable home for our family's annual beach get-away. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Family Fun

We have been renting this home for the Labor Day weekend for about 6 years. It is a perfect location and the property owners are amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Great Vacation house with plenty of space

This house had great space and great location for our group . We had kids 8-14 and 3 adults and we never felt cramped in the space. Wonderful location and good communication with host . We definitely plan to stay here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Family Vacation

Great location, plenty of parking for our family and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Donn V.

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

Nice stay

Good place to stay with a large group. The kids loved the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Incredible house! Great host.

Perfect beach house for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

jeff h.

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

Family get away

Beach, Boardwalk, whale watching, aquarium…all in 2 nights stay. Great time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle L.

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

Very convenient

We enjoyed our stay. The ample space and the great location made it very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roberto P., Palo Alto, CA

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

Great place by the beach

Big, comfortable and cozy. I liked the deck with the grill and how close it was to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

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

4th of July at Santa Cruz beach house.

Excellent location and impressive living space. We had extended family stay and everyone enjoyed the stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Annual family reunion at the beach

Love it
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Santa Cruz Beach House

Great location short walk to Twin Lakes beach. Perfect place for sunset. Large enough for 12 of us to congregate without being crowded. Kitchen well supplied for cooking for large a group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

Great for a large family or group of friends

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Perfect for our large family. Bedrooms for all. The funky nature of two kitchens came in handy for a fun and lively cooking competition one evening. Walking distance to the beach was a plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Great beach house

The house was great. Plenty of room. Very close to the beach. Close to food and everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

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

Great for a big family

We really enjoyed our stay. There were 2 kitchens that made it easy to cook for our large family. The beach was walking distance and we spend one night doing a bonfire at the beach. Overall, we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

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

Great location and perfect for a group!

This house is a perfect layout for a group. Plenty of rooms, towels and plates/glasses. It was really nice having two kitchens and they were well stocked. It was nice being so close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Perry K.

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

Big house for large gatherings

This was a great house to stay for large gatherings! We had 10 adults and lots of kids staying here and there was plenty of room. Having the two kitchens was convenient. The location is great, just a block away from the beach and walking distance to a corner store and yummy Mexican food. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C., Gilbert, Arizona USA

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

Beach holiday

Our family of 11 were easily accommodated in the house. Plenty of space for all to be comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes, utensils, pots and pans. Furniture was clean and comfortable. With the beach 1 block away, we were enjoying it a lot. Highly recommend this property for a fun vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michelle

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This is our personal second home owned by three families with many children and friends. This is not a typical 'vacation rental' property. We provide the special touches. We would love to share our home with you and your family!

Why they chose this property

As long time locals, we have enjoyed coming to the beach and Santa Cruz with our families! Twin Lakes Beach is a very unique. The beach near our home is quaint and secluded, yet it is an easy walk to restaurants, shops, attractions with stunning natural beauty. We chose this house since it is on a quiet street only 6 houses from the beach and is large enough to comfortably sleep corporate groups, extended families and friends.

What makes this property unique

We are 6 houses from the entrance to Twin Lakes State Beach. You can also easily walk to the Crows Nest, the Harbor and other shops and restaurants along one of the most beautiful beaches in Santa Cruz. The best thing about the house is its spaciousness and layout. All rooms are large and the living areas are light, bright and comfortably furnished. The main dining room table seats 14 - a second dining table seats 6! You will not find a more spacious or comfortable home so close to the beach in Northern California. Since this is our second home we have furnished to it to our own high standards. The beds and linens are all of the highest quality and provide a great sleep. Also, we are dog lovers so we occasionally have animals (2 dogs maximum) in the house for a fee. The house is professionally cleaned after each stay, but we can not guarantee that someone with severe allergies to pets will not have a problem.

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