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"By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk

"By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk

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At low tide, take the stairs down to the tall rock monolith at Mitchell's Cove.
Take a seat on this sectional to enjoy a movie, a board game or just to rest.
The living space is conveniently centralized to accommodate guests.
Get some work done in the office or take a nap on the full size futon.
Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen.

Overview of "By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNatural Bridges State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk3 min drive
  • AirportWatsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

"By the Sea" House - Walk to trails, the beach, pubs, wine tasting or Boardwalk

Centrally located in the West Cliff area, this coastal home has ample space including a private backyard where you can relax and soak up the sun during the day or enjoy the serene sound of the sea lions or waves crashing in the distance at night. If laid back adventure is more your style, grab some toys and take a quick stroll to the beach to play, catch some waves, enjoy a game of spike ball or throw a frisbee. If you are more of the active type, explore the neighborhood trail for a hike or mountain bike ride to Wilder Ranch State Park’s amazing bluffs with spectacular views overlooking the ocean, take on the challenge of one of the many mountainside trails or take a tranquil tour to learn the history of the former diary ranch. If video arcades and amusement parks are more your style, you can walk less than 2 miles to enjoy the excitement and thrills of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. There is also a neighborhood park about 1/2 block away with basketball courts, ping pong tables, picnic tables and a children's play area. Last but not least, you can traipse on over to the local eateries, gastropubs or wine tasting venues nearby to enjoy some local fare. There is something for everyone when you stay at this coastal home.

This is a NON SMOKING property. Please refrain from smoking inside or outside of the property (within the parcel). Any TENANT or their guests not adhering to the No Smoking policy will result in automatic forfeiture of security deposit.

Property manager

Ann and Ed
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

This vacation home is located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, and is near theme parks and near the beach. 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. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Cowell's Beach - 2 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive
  • Ocean Street - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 12 min walk
  • Parish Publick House - 8 min walk
  • Panda Express - 10 min walk
  • Burger King - 10 min walk
  • Mission St BBQ - 15 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D., Santa Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, walking distance from the water
We had a lovely weekend here! The host is very responsive. The house is comfortable with everything you might need. Very close to Safeway for easy grocery shopping. Well appointed kitchen and utensils. Everything worked. Lovely yard for our dog to play in. Quiet neighborhood overnight. We’d love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Great stat for our family - perfectly located, equipped, and situated for our trip to Santa Cruz!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great summer getaway
A nice summer getaway out of the valley heat! Location was great just a couple blocks from the ocean, restaurants and grocery stores. We enjoyed mountain biking Wilder and other trails, watching the surfers at the lighthouse and exploring the redwoods of Henry Cowell state park. Only downside was the increased traffic from the detour of West Cliff drive going up Almar , the house is located on a busy corner. Overall we had a nice stay and would return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing home with great location.
We enjoyed the location and the short walk to West Cliff. The very private backyard was lovely for dining, quiet reading and visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Great home with everything you need. Location amazing! Close enough to walk to most area attractions. (Between 1 and 2 miles) Plenty of great restaurant's grocery store within 1/2 mile. Great family vacation made super easy by our host. Thank you so much.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ann and Ed

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We live in the Bay Area and absolutely love Santa Cruz. We have three dogs who get so excited to play at Mitchell's Cove Beach, or to go on hikes at the Forest of Nisene Marks, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Byrne-Milliron Forest, and Delaveaga Park. When we don't have the dogs in tow, we like hiking and mountain biking at Wilder Ranch State Park. Sometimes, we just enjoy a run along West Cliff Drive or a walk into downtown Santa Cruz. Some day, we hope to retire and live in Santa Cruz. In the meantime, we will share the Santa Cruz experience with our guests. As for our experience in vacation rentals., our extended family has had vacation rentals in Santa Cruz, Lake Tahoe and Crescent City. We have been responsible for renting out their properties.

Why they chose this property

This property is a short drive from our primary residence. We grew up traveling with our families to the beaches, Boardwalk, arcade and parks, so we decided to purchase the property 10 years ago. We consider our property to be family and pet friendly.

What makes this property unique

The property has an enclosed, private back yard and provides many options due to it's location. You can go play, hike, bike, run or explore and return to the house to relax in the spacious backyard. The house comfortably sleeps 4-6 people with 2 bedrooms (King size beds) and an office with a futon plus 2 bathrooms.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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