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Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

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A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff and a wooden pier extending into the sea.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a kettle, and a large island with bar stools.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A wooden deck with a rocking chair and a table, a wooden fence, and a staircase leading to a building.
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the kitchen in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sunny Cove Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Shared communal pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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

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

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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 on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Map
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 - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harbor Beach - 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

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪California Wraps - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Spot - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! on 14 March 2027 start from NZ$5,050, 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 Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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. 305 out of 367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 367 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay in Santa Cruz - home was perfect for our needs and right on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal location (literally steps from the beach!) and great house! The two kitchens, dining and living rooms gave us plenty of space to spread out and was perfect for cooking our meals and eating all together. We had a fantastic time at Michelle’s property! She was easy to communicate with and you could tell she wanted us to have an awesome stay. Our only complaint was the dog next door that barked in the early morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and beautiful house. Lots of room to relax and prepare and eat meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was the perfect set up for all of my family plenty of room and things to do for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spacious house, right next to the beach, Host was responsive and very accommodating. House comes with beach toys. Enough room for lots of people to stay and eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been having family reunions here for the past 8 years. It's the best!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
Hi Marie! 💙 I absolutely love that you’ve been coming back for eight years in a row! It truly means the world to me that you continue to choose our beach house for your vacations. I’m already looking forward to welcoming you back next year and making even more wonderful memories. Thank you for your loyalty—it’s such a joy to have you and your family stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the beach. Literally less than a minute. So nice to be able to walk to the beach in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and enjoyed our stay there a lot.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect get-a-way home for the entire family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2026
Thank you, Sandra. We love renting to respectful groups, such as yours. We hope you come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent host and property...will book again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want a property right next to the beach (1 minute walk), this is the property for you. Very big home with two kitchens and 2 living rooms as well as 2 outdoor decks, multiple bathrooms, a huge family dining table, amazing game room with all the games and beach supplies you could want, with plentiful driveway parking, washer and dryer, 2 minute walk to delicious mom & pop restaurant with tacos/enchiladas/etc and small corner store. Of note, it is required to wash, dry and replace all dishes that are used, dump all trash in outdoor dumpster, and wash/dry/fold all towels used. Child and pet friendly. We ran into a bit of a time-crunch at the end of the trip, but understandable request. We highly recommend and would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! 🥰🏖️ We’re so happy you enjoyed the house, the location, and all the amenities! ❤️ We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to welcome you back anytime! 🌊☀️💕
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable beach house for three generations of extended family. Easy walk 1/2 block walk to Twin Lakes State Beach that is not very crowded and is good for boogie boarding and sand play. Well-equiped kitchens, plenty of room to spread out. Quiet neighborhood. Walkable restaurants. Monterey Bay Aquarium, not to be missed, is close enough for an easy day trip. Tide pools at Natural Bridges are wonderful to visit if there is a minus tide.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
Deborah, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It makes me so happy to hear that our beach house was a comfortable place for your three generations to gather and make special memories together. I’m glad you enjoyed the easy walk to Twin Lakes Beach, the well-equipped kitchens, the quiet neighborhood, and all the nearby attractions. You highlighted so many of the things we love most about this area! It was truly a pleasure hosting your family, and I hope we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future! Michelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in, communicative host, comfortable home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
Thank you, Joseph!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent service host and pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2026
Thank you for being respectful guests and for the super review. Please visit again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house super amazing lots of rooms. It was easy and wonderful. I wish we could’ve spent more time there.It was a lovely stay and we really appreciate it and the owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words, Brenda! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the house and found it spacious, comfortable, and easy to enjoy. It means a lot to know that your stay was wonderful and that my efforts to be accommodating helped make your experience special. We only wish you could have stayed longer to enjoy even more time at the beach and the house! We truly appreciate you choosing our home and would be honored to welcome you back again for another memorable stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
THANKS!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this beach house with our group of 12. The home was spacious, clean, and had plenty of room for everyone to relax and spend time together. The location was excellent, with easy access to the beach and nearby attractions.The kitchen and common areas worked well for a large group, and we especially enjoyed that the house was bright and airy. Communication with the host was smooth, and check-in was simple.We would definitely consider staying here again and would recommend it to other families or groups looking for a beach getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that your group enjoyed the home and found it spacious, comfortable, and well-suited for spending time together. We love that you were able to take advantage of the beach location and enjoy the bright, airy spaces throughout the house. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re especially happy that communication and check-in were smooth and easy. Thank you for choosing our beach home for your getaway. We would be thrilled to welcome you and your family back anytime! Warmly, Michelle
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
The proximity to the beach was wonderful. The area was peaceful and quiet. There are only two full bathrooms, plus two bathrooms that have only a toilet and sink. The home feels spacious. It is strange though-apparently a merger of what had been two separate halves of a duplex
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home’s peaceful location and close proximity to the beach. It’s wonderful to hear that you found the house spacious and comfortable for your stay. You’re absolutely right—the home is unique in that it was originally designed as two connected living spaces, which many larger groups appreciate because it provides extra room to spread out while still staying together under one roof. Thank you for choosing our beach home, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another relaxing Santa Cruz getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious rental, two in one! Perfect location in nice neighborhood just a short walk to a calm beach. Great to work with on a short notice and very communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I plan a family vacation every year with our kids and grandkids. This house was large enough to accommodate our group of 14 and we never felt crowded. The house is a little quirky, the bedroom halls feel like a maze, however we got used to them quickly! The kitchen had everything we needed, there is a second kitchen, and the second refrigerator was helpful. There are stairs to navigate, not a problem for most, however something to be aware of. There are plenty of linens and beach towels provided. Access to the beach is fantastic. You can see the entrance and ocean from the driveway. We parked 4 cars and a truck in the driveway, which is pretty amazing for a vacation rental. As with any rental there are little things that are not quite right, but all in all, this rental was a good choice. Michelle was an excellent host! She responded to all of my emails immediately with answers to any questions that I had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
Sharon, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! It truly means so much to me that your family chose our beach house for your annual vacation. I’m thrilled everyone had plenty of room to spread out, enjoyed the easy beach access, and found the house well-equipped for such a large group. Thank you for your kind words about my hosting—it was a pleasure having you all, and I’d love to welcome your family back again next year! 🏖️😊
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is great, accomodates lots of family, nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words—we’re so glad you enjoyed the location, space for your family, and the house itself! 😊 We always strive to make every stay a 5-star experience, so I do wish you had felt comfortable leaving us a 5-star review. I’d love to know what we could have done better to make your stay absolutely perfect for next time. - Michelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay right near the beach had a livelybtime young and old. Well equipped kitchens for our family who likes to cook. Very comfortable and great communication with the host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2026
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you had a great stay and enjoyed the comfort, well-equipped kitchen, and being so close to the beach. We’d love to host you again anytime! 😊 Michelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic! Much bigger than we expected and a very short walk to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2025
The biggest reason we fell in love with this beach house is its amazing location — just steps from the sand and right by our friendly, dog-friendly beach. The sunsets here are incredible, casting the most beautiful golden light on the bluffs… perfect for family photos and dreamy selfies! Sincerely Michelle
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