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Vintage Santa Cruz Cottage, Steps From The Beach

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Kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living room area

1 Single Bed

Sun Porch / Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vintage Santa Cruz Cottage, Steps From The Beach

Sharing Gates by the Sea

Walk about 60 yards to some of the warmest beaches in Santa Cruz: Sunny Cove and St. Mo's at Corcoran Lagoon. Play in the sand, boogie board, wander a long stretch of beach, explore the tide pools, and enjoy the sunset. Walk to nearby restaurants. The cottage is located halfway between the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Capitola Village (two scenic miles each way).

The little beach house was once a part of a 1900s Victorian resort, the Hotel Villa del Mar, now a retreat center on 19th Avenue. Built in 1899, the 580 square foot cottage has personality and charm. The peaked redwood-paneled ceiling makes the living room feel spacious. The cottage can sleep up to six guests over eight years old. Kids welcome. Please note that the bedrooms are very small and access to the one bathroom is through the main bedroom. There is a queen bed in the bedroom, and a single couch in the living room. The private, sun porch room has a double sofa bed, and is used as a small, second bedroom. The cozy garden surrounding the house is fully fenced.

Recent renovations: the bathroom has a new tiled shower and floor; the exterior is now a "beach cottage" aqua, and the porch room was insulated and refreshed.

Property manager

Jeanne Adams
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for a small family. Fully fenced yard.
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Events

No events allowed
Fireworks are illegal in Santa Cruz County
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoke outside only. No smoking inside cottage.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Unplug space heaters Close windows
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
Note from host: Fireworks are illegal in Santa Cruz County
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 deadlock

We should mention

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 holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. 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

  • Sunny Cove Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Santa Cruz Cottage, Steps From The Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vintage Santa Cruz Cottage, Steps From The Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Santa Cruz Cottage, Steps From The Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Santa Cruz Cottage, Steps From The Beach located?

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather W.

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

Great Central Location, Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed our stay in Santa Cruz in this cozy little cottage. No bells and whistles here, but it was just enough and what we needed for a great stay. We celebrated my daughter's 13th birthday with a little girls trip and we loved being in the center between Capitola and Santa Cruz. There was a Starbucks and a beach within a super quick walk - what else can you ask for?Jeanne, the property manager, was easy to communicate with and very fast in her responses. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette S.

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

Cute Cottage

The Cottage was very cute and super clean. The neighborhood is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Adorable cottage.

Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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

Perfect getaway

Needed a place to stay for a show in Felton. This property was perfect. 20 minutes from the venue by car and five minutes to the ocean on foot. Everything as described. Intimate outdoor environment and cozy indoors.Had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good beach access

This property was in a nice location. We were able to walk to two beaches, some local restaurants, and the Sunday farmers market.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place!

Cozy and lovely, super close to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Excellent location

The interior of the house is clean, comfortable and well equipped. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Penny N.

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

Birthday vacation

Was a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

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

Fun Stay

The cottage is cute, comfortable and had everything we needed. Our only suggestion is to invest in some small area fans for warm days since there is no AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

So relaxing!

This cottage is super cute and steps away from the beaches, coffee and food. I would definitely stay there again! Check in and check out were super easy which added to the relaxation we were seeking on this vacation. Instructions for everything were super clear. I didn’t have to bother Jeannie at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca B.

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

Cute little cottage

We stayed here for Fourth of July weekend and had a wonderful time. Very close walk to the beach and a quick drive to the mystery spot and boardwalk. We loved the house just not the ants in the kitchen. Other than that it was perfect and we’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katie K.

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

A Sweet Sister Time

We loved this little cottage for our sister retreat, quaint and cozy just as expected. The accommodations met our expectations as was advertised. Only thing we were left wanting was a cleaner landscape outside to sit and enjoy at night, seemed the yard keeper hadn't made it out in a bit. So grateful to found this place though!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

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

Wonderful beach cottage

We had a perfect little vacation at Jeanne’s beach cottage. It was everything g we hoped it would be. Quiet, clean, charming, very close to the beach. Jeanne was responsive and kind and we are grateful for her hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

michaela g.

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

Lovely location

This was a great find! Simple but it had everything we needed, the location really made our stay ideal:) I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelia B.

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

Fantastic

Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Elizabeth E.

Great location

Cute cottage a block from a quiet beach. Coffee shop around the corner. Beds could be a bit more comfy. Owner great to deal with and responded very quickly. Better than a hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sara M., Carbondale

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

Beautiful sanctuary

This property is everything we needed. Quiet place to rest. Sunny cove and the ocean is right in the backyard and you can hear the waves come in at night. So soothing 😌 Jeanne was a clear communicator and helpful during our stay. She was super responsive on any questions too. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your special space ✨️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Wendy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We had a great time being so close to the beach. The only thing I would ask is if the owner update the bathroom a little bit. It appears dirty because of the old tub. Other than that great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Passing through

Nice property. Slightly awkward bedrooms. Bathroom accessed through a bedroom. Only heaters are space heaters which worked okay. Front porch/bedroom is on a somewhat busy road. A little loud in that bedroom during busy traffic times. Good access to the ocean and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A., Southern California

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

Santa Cruz Cousin Invasion!

This fabulous beach cottage was perfect for our needs. We had 4 adults and we were very comfortable. The location is wonderful. It is a short minute to the cove, tide pools and the beach. The Wharf to Wharf race came by on Sunday and it was fun watching and cheering the runners on. Communication with the owner was a breeze. The cottage was very clean and the kitchen had everything you would need to cook a big meal or pack a picnic. Five stars for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Janet C.

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

Cottage By The Sea

The location is great. We loved being able to walk to the cove and nearby conveniences. The house smelled mildewy and some of the dishes were dirty upon arrival. Overall, we had a great stay but I kept thinking an update of nicer furnishings and fresh paint would make it shine. Kent and Janet Curtiss
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Jewel of a property

Jeanne was very responsive and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable, including the sofa bed!! Wi-fi was excellent. Thursday night the road was a bit noisy (my daughter said she kept waking up due to loud people walking by talking and laughing) as the front room is about a car length from the road. I was in the living room and slept quite well. Overall it was perfect for a few nights at the beach and work during the day. Will be recommending to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

This is the perfect little cottage for a getaway!

We stayed here for Labor Day weekend. The cottage is perfect for a couple. It is very clean inside and has what you need to be comfortable. The kitchen is nice and very clean. There are plenty of extra linens too. The location is perfect as it is a three minute walk to a very easy beach access. We took the one with stairs. If you need easier beach access for mobility issues, twin lakes beach is just a mile away and has flat entry areas. You are given a parking spot just in front of the cottage so parking is not an issue. It is also just a short walk to Starbucks. We plan to return soon.

8/10 Good

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place, but one of the beds is fragile / almost broken; gets hot in summer

This place is pretty nice and cute, and has a great location. It's a bit tight on space, but we knew that going in. My main complaint is that the fold-out couch in the living room is very fragile. It has instructions about how to pull it out gently, etc., which we followed; but no matter how careful we were, the fold-out part always collapsed after a few minutes of light usage. So we told our son to sleep on the other half of it, which is the main couch part. The place also gets pretty hot in the summer, and has limited ventilation. We went in August and the outdoor weather was quite pleasant, but the house heated up during the day anyway. You can open the windows, but that doesn't make the cool air come inside. There's a unit of some kind in the main room, but it has no labeling or instructions, and seems to only do heating. It's lucky that I brought a small fan with us from home, but even still the place was pretty hot by the late afternoon / evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Clare T., Lakeport, California

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs some TLC

I was really hoping to love this place, but I was overall disappointed. I spent the weekend here with my sister and our young children and it was simply not clean. There was mold in the shower, the carpet was stained, walls were dirty and worst of all there was a used bandaid stuck to the comforter. The location is good however the street is very busy and traffic was loud through the night due to lack of insulation. We enjoyed being able to walk to the beach, dinner and coffee nearby. The communication with Jeannie was great and prompt, she was very helpful and accommodating. The house just needs a lot of work and more upkeep. I feel like we greatly over paid for what we got. Paying $150 for cleaning had me scratching my head…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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