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Vicky by the Sea – Ocean Views in Seabright

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Side gate to the street

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Vicky by the Sea – Ocean Views in Seabright

Managed by Kendall & Potter Property Management DRE #00420520

The Space
- 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
- Sleeps up to 6 guests
- Pet-friendly – dogs welcome with approval!
- Ocean views from the front patio
- Driveway parking + additional street parking
- Self check-in with keyless entry
- Fully furnished monthly rental – inquire for availability & rates
- No smoking | No parties
- Outdoor shower – rinse off after the beach
- Charcoal BBQ for evening cookouts
- Linens provided – just bring your beach towels

Nearby Attractions
- Seabright Beach – less than a 2-minute walk
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk & Wharf – 5-minute drive
- Steamer Lane – iconic surf spot just 7 minutes away
- Downtown Santa Cruz – boutique shops, cafés, nightlife
- Capitola Village – 10 minutes away
- Monterey Bay Aquarium – scenic 45-minute drive

Check-In: 3:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM

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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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3776843
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seabright Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Fries - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vicky by the Sea – Ocean Views in Seabright pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Vicky by the Sea – Ocean Views in Seabright?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vicky by the Sea – Ocean Views in Seabright?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vicky by the Sea – Ocean Views in Seabright located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Seabright Beach and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are just steps 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. 33 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

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

Perfect location steps from the beach

Wonderful location steps from the beautiful beach, comfortable home and great resaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2024
We are so glad to hear you were comfortable and enjoyed some great food during your stay at Vicky by the Sea! We welcome you to stay anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ansel V.

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

Beach Life

Great place. All the amenities you could want and fantastic location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you Ansel for visiting us and staying at Vicky by the Sea! We are so glad the home fit your needs and you had a great time. We look forward to have the chance to work together again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie C.

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

Anniversary Quick Getaway

Relaxing, location is super amazing. If you know anything about the beach life, this is a perfect spot! Loved
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2025
Glad you had such a great experience! The beach life is definitely something special—nothing beats the sound of the waves and a perfect view. 🌊☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a perfect stay at Vicky by the Sea The house is exactly what I wanted. Darling beach house just steps from the ocean. We had a small maintenance issue, and the response was amazing. We hope to return very soon!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
We are glad to know you enjoyed your stay! The beach is always amazing, we're glad to know you enjoyed it! We are here to help resolve any issues ASAP! We hope to welcome you back! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Sweet Beach House

Very nice well appointed property and perfect proximity to the beach. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for visiting us at Vicky by the Sea! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce N.

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

Quick getaway

Nice place to stay in Santa Cruz. Less than a block from the beach. Beautiful old house. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for visiting us at Vicky by the Sea! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to get away! We look forward to have the chance to host you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

azad g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

UCSC visit

Overall good spot. The pics made it look a bit better, it’s an old home kept pretty well, the outside back patio wasn’t ready for use as quite dusty and spider webs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thanks for the feedback! We're glad you enjoyed your stay overall and appreciate the note about the patio — we’ll make sure it gets some extra care. Hope to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Standard amenities like tissues, shampoo, coffee, coffee filters were not rhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2025
We are sorry there was no coffee! For the amenities such as shampoo and conditioner, we encourage our guests to always bring their own. We apologize if there was any confusion, we hope you were still able to enjoy your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora W.

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

Relaxing

We had a very nice and relaxing stay. House is very quaint and sweet. Livingroom seating could be more and comfortable couch. Only seating for 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2024
Thank you, Lora for your review! We are pleased to hear you had a wonderful time. We appreciate your feedback and will look in to this issue. We hope to host you in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Perfect location

My first trip to Santa Cruz and it was magic! Properly was a great location - locals love the road this property is on so parking is challenging if you have more than one vehicle. I didn’t need any help from management so I can’t speak to how they would handle anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear you had a magical time in Santa Cruz and enjoyed the location of the property. We understand that parking can sometimes be a bit challenging, especially with more than one vehicle, but we're happy that it didn’t impact your stay too much. We hope you had a chance to explore the beautiful area! If you ever need anything in the future, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

Family Favorite

We had an amazing time. This part of Santa Cruz is special to my family. The house is right next to our favorite beach, dog friendly and you can roast marshmallows over one of the fire pits. We walked to the boardwalk for a few rollercoaster rides and just really enjoyed the trip. Overall an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for visiting us at Vicky by the Sea! So happy to hear you had a fabulous time and was able to enjoy the area to the fullest! We hope you will come and visit us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

The Ptoperty Management folks at Kendall & Potter were the best from start to finish. The home was in impeccable shape, the location was fantastic and we'll be looking to do this again next year. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you Christoher for your kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Vicky by the Sea. We look forward to working together again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karly R.

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

Perfect beach Getaway!

This house is so cute and cozy. Our boys really enjoyed having their own little room in the backyard. Convenient shower (with hot water) in the backyard as well to clean the beach off before coming inside. We walked everywhere, many places to eat close by and of course the beach is right outside the front door. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a clean home in a great neighborhood close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
We are so glad that Vicky by the Sea was perfect for your family! Yes you are close to numerous restaurants, beach, harbor and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! Kendall & Potter hopes to see you again soon.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Brandon Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Unfortunately, there is a severe black widow infestation on the property that is extremely unsafe. When contacting property management, they said it is too difficult to maintain the property and keep the spiders out. The amount of black widow webs and spiders all over the common areas especially near the children’s toys in a safety hazard. It is not difficult to hire a pest company to ensure safety of people paying to stay here. We also opened one of the children’s play basket to find garbage and more spiders in the. There’s plenty of other issues but the way this company has responded makes me want to suggest others to spend their money elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2026
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take concerns like this very seriously, especially when it comes to safety. We want to assure you that we stand behind the quality of our properties and the way we care for our guests. Our goal is always to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, and we trust that our guests can rely on us to address issues promptly and responsibly. While outdoor conditions can occasionally present challenges, we take safety very seriously and would have addressed the issue promptly had we been made aware during your stay. We appreciate your feedback and will be reviewing this internally to ensure our standards continue to be met.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our relaxing post-season week at this charming beach cottage. Location, location, location. Sleepy, friendly neighborhood-steps from the best beach in Santa Cruz. Our dog enjoyed hanging in the fenced in yard, strolls on the beach and walks in the small park a block away. Cottage is exactly as pictured-sunny, clean, comfortable beds, kitchen stocked. We had some high temps (high 80's!) during our week and the front rooms of the cottage did get very warm for a few hours in the afternoon. We opened all windows to get the breeze flowing, but had to do some wiping down of the sills and outside cobwebs. We would highly recommend this property and plan to stay again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! The comfort and happiness of our guests is always important to us. We are happy to hear that your dog also enjoyed the home, I bet he loved the beach walks and park! We will definitely take note about those cob webs, overall, we hope you had an amazing experience and that we get to host you again! 🌞😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great walk-to-beach cottage

We love staying in this neighborhood! You can walk to the Boardwalk and multiple restaurants, bars and a brewery...oh and the house is 50 yards from a dog friendly beach. The house is really well setup for a small family (and their dog!). The kitchen, while small, is completely adequate and well stocked. The check in/out process is not as convenient as most rental properties , you have to go to the management office in Capitola to pickup and drop off the keys, but there is a lockbox at the office to retrieve the keys and a mail slot to return. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for leaving a great reveiw! Yes you are close to everything from the beach, boardwalk and restaurants! Owner's try to have everything you could possibley need at their home. Yes you do have to pick up keys from Management office and normally there is someone to great you so we can answer any questions you may have at that time, but with the pandemic we are using the lock box. We can't wait to hear from you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location, Quaint older beach house.

The location is excellent for its proximity to Seabright Beach, you can hear the waves crashing all day long. It is away from hotels, in a residential/rental beach community, but is walking distance to coffee shops and restaurants, and a little longer walk away from the Boardwalk. The cute house is older, but well maintained, with a few interesting architectural details. The house itself has 2 bedrooms and a mushy sleeper sofa, and a 3rd detached bedroom. The kitchen furnishings and charcoal grill are adequate. There is plenty of outdoor furniture and some fold-up beach chairs. Perfect for no fuss stay at the beach. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us at Vicky by the Sea!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Great location and neighborhood

Loved our stay at 120 Vicky by the sea. Can’t ask for a better local, beach is so close yet the house is on a nice, quiet street. Great restaurants and markets within walking distance too. I have only minor complaints about a few things. The paper towels and Tp are ridiculously thin and awful. Would it kill them to provide decent options?! And the coffee maker wasn’t cleaned when we got there. But overall the place was great and I would definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for visiting us at Vicky by the Sea! Yes this is a great Victorian style home with all the amenities we will make the suggestion for a higher grade of paper products. We apologize for the mistake of the coffee maker not being clean and ready for your use. The inspector has been reminded. We look forward to your stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Beach Cottage Getaway

I loved this property and hope to return again. It is a vintage Santa Cruz cottage with modern conveniences. The beds and furniture were comfortable. The location is ideal. You can see the beach from the driveway and it's less than a block away. We walked to the Boardwalk, we walked to dinner and breakfast. It was delightful! While we found the check-out procedures simple, the requirement that dishes be cleaned and returned to the cabinets has a downside. We found 3 dirty baking dishes that had been put away in the cabinets prior to our arrival. In addition, it would be helpful to add a few beach towels. I'd recommend this vacation rental wholeheartedly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the vintage Santa Cruz cottage and found it to have modern conveniences, comfortable beds and furniture, and an ideal location close to the beach, Boardwalk, and restaurants. I'm sorry to hear about the dirty baking dishes that were left in the cabinets and not properly cleaned by the previous guests. That must have been disappointing and frustrating for you. Regarding the beach towels, that's a good suggestion and I'll make sure to pass it along to the property owner for future improvements. Despite these minor issues, I'm glad to hear that you would recommend this vacation rental wholeheartedly and hope that you have the opportunity to return again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marnie j.

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

Beautiful cottage, excellent location

Seabright is the most beautiful beach, and this cottage is just a few steps away. The boardwalk is a short (and lovely) walk, as are a few restaurants and coffee shops. Inside the cottage, the kitchen is small but modern; one bathroom has a beautiful, footed tub and the other a shower. Two good-sized bedrooms and a sofa bed mean there is room for the whole family. The living room has a ton of windows to let in the evening breeze. One note: read your check in and out instructions carefully as you need to go to a neighboring town to pick up and drop off keys. Though check out time is specified to be 11am, that means you must have the keys at the office (15 min away) at 11, or face a $50 fine (if you’re later than 12, you’ll pay a whole day’s fee). Having rented several places in Seabright, we almost made some big mistakes assuming that this rental would be like the others! But once you work it out, you’ll have a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to reveiw Vicky by the Sea. Yes you do need to check in/out at our office in Capitola but check out of the house is at 11 am and to our office by 11:30/12 pm. Sorry for your misunderstanding. WE are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to work with you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

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

Charming home in a great area

Charming home located just s minute walk to the beach. The home has everything you need. Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
We are so happy that the home fit everything you needed. Please come back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fletcher S.

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

Perfect getaway!

We really enjoyed our time at this property. It was close to everything (beach, boardwalk, restaurants, bars, etc.) and the house itself was in great shape, clean and comfortable. Overall, we'd give it an A+.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us at Vicky by the Sea and we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Thanks for the A+ rating!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Seabright Thanksgiving

Our family enjoyed our stay in Seabright! The beach house is adorable, comfortable, clean, and in a wonderful setting. We appreciated the short walk to the beach, sunny outside table with views of the beach, inside dining table that was perfect for evening games, and 3 comfortable beds! We hope to return for more family fun at this lovely beach house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Happy Holidays! Thank you for staying with us at Vicky by the Sea and enjoying all that Seabright has to offer. We look forward to seeing you again for your next trip to Santa Cruz!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe M.

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

2nd Stay This Year

I enjoyed my stay so much the first time, I booked this place again. So close to the beach and very quaint and cozy. Perfect for me, my dog and family and friends who dropped in to stay while I was there. Can't wait to get back there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Zoe thank you so much for returning to Vicky by the Sea! We are so glad you enjoyed your time here with your family and dog. See you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very easy, except the key issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for staying at Vicky by the Sea.

About the host

Hosted by Kendall & Potter Property Management

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Kendall & Potter Property Management, Inc. is a professional property management company doing business in Santa Cruz County for 43 years. We strive to give our customers the professional and individual service they deserve. We have an array of vacation rentals to meet the needs of all of our customers such as large homes for family gatherings, condominiums for a romantic getaway, girl's retreats or business accommodations.
We also have fully furnished corporate housing for monthly or short stay rentals. The Santa Cruz area is one of the best kept secrets on the Monterey Peninsula. It offers an array of activities, both recreational and educational. Contact us for more information on our vacation rentals or to book your next vacation in Santa Cruz!

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