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Beautiful Craftsman Style Home

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Front entry porch
Large kitchen, concrete counter top, gas range, walk-in pantry in distance
New front torch and French doors that open out to garden area seating.
Walk-in Pantry with additional supplies
Downstairs bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

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

Bathroom 2 downstairs

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

Bathroom 3 outdoors

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

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

About this property

Beautiful Craftsman Style Home

This Original Seabright Beach single story cottage was converted in the early 1900's to a two story Craftsman Bungalow. The home is furnished with nautical decor. Upstairs sunroom looks out to the bay and municipal pier beyond. Peaks of the ocean from other upstairs bedrooms. Upstairs bathroom is large with old fashion clawfoot soaking tub. Downstairs has a large living room, large dining room, large kitchen with eating nook, a large bathroom with a shower, also a private bedroom off the front porch, and the west bedroom with its own enclosed sun porch. The home sits on a corner lot surrounded by well kept lawns and gardens with many cozy sitting areas, some with a view of the beach, a welcome after a long day at the beach. Wake up each morning to the gentle reminder that you're as the beach with the sound of waves and sea lions barking in the distance.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Applicant must fill out rental agreement and mail it to the address at the top of the page just below the title. See note there where to mail to.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 396011
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 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 near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seabright Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Craftsman Style Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Craftsman Style Home?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Craftsman Style Home on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$1,106, 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 Beautiful Craftsman Style Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Craftsman Style Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Craftsman Style Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Craftsman Style Home located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Seabright Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.3 mi (3.7 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. 88 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home and very conveniently located close to a beautiful beach. We will definitely be coming back to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2026
I would love to have you back. I want to thank you for taking such good care of the place. It’s a great spot to stay. Thanks again; Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, well appointed, lovely relaxing yard with plenty of room to enjoy your family. Walking distance to clean sandy beach, restaurants and corner market. Host is quick to respond and offers clear instructions. We didn't want to leave this house. Hope to return and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming but on property. House is in a great location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here before and always have a wonderful time. The location is wonderful with the beach, restaurants and stores nearby. Getting to stay in a vintage home that's fairly well taken care of is a treat. We hope to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was excellent and a fantastic location! Lovely interior and furnishings. A unique experience! Support from the host to recover our laptop left behind was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Family vacation

Excellent house for a small multigenerational family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Kristin; I’m very happy the home fit your needs, that was nice to hear. Thank You; Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

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

Great property and location

We will definitely look to hook here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

patti p.

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

Family vacation

We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Our goal is to provide a wonderful stay for our guests. We love it when guests enjoy this place. Please come stay with us again. Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved it!

Beautiful house, excellent location, and everything we needed!! Great vacation and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2022
Thank you for your nice comments. I keep doing things to make it even better. And thank you for leaving the place in good shape too
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Our daughter’s 21st birthday!

Our trip was an absolute blast! We all enjoyed the house and convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

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

Annual Family Vacation

Perfect house and location! We had a wonderful time! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Thank you for commenting on your pleasant stay in this home, I pride myself in providing a clean , well stocked, and comfortable retreat for the vacationer. Your comments helps others evaluate this home for their possible stay. Thanks; Dave
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin and Lisa J.

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

Great location

The location is great and yard is beautiful. Loved the outside bathroom and shower. Large home for a family vacation. No washer and or dryer on property, carpets and sofas need to be cleaned. Owner and cleaner were great and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Very large home with lots of character a block from the beach.

7 family members including a baby were in Santa Cruz for a college graduation. This home offered us plenty of space with alot of charm. Close to the beach and a lovely yard are added amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin W.

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

Amazing

I would definitely book this beautiful home again. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you for being one of our favorite guests. Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Kristen D.

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

Wonderful place for families

The house and yard were beautiful and perfect for our family. Walking distance to the beach and boardwalk. We hope to come back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
This is very nice to hear, we work hard to keep this place a desirable stay to share and return to. We keep trying to make it even better. Thank You; Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

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

Great House

A great house with lots of charm. Historical house and very comfortable with great kitchen, bedrooms, views and yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

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

Great stay at Seabright Beach

Very nice neighborhood with easy access to the beach. House is bigger than it looks on-line; plenty of room inside and out for five adults and four kids. We all loved being there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
I'm so happy you enjoyed your stay. Thank You; Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

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

Just right

The location was amazing! One block from the beach and walking distance to the Boardwalk and downtown. The bottom floor bedroom with connecting bathroom were perfect for my elderly mom. Windows could use some screens so guests can get fresh air without bugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Seabright delight

Wonderful house and neighborhood for a Santa Cruz get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2022
Thank you for choosing our place to stay, it was a pleasure to host you. Thank You; Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

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

Great Generational Home

This home accommodates multi families very well! Yard and neighborhood fantastic and enjoyed by all. Location was perfect for walking to beach and most restaurants,
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Wonderful home for family gathering

Our family had a wonderful time in this historic Santa Cruz home. Dave was a welcoming and helpful host. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
It is always a great pleasure to host all my guests, your pleasant stay is my goal. Thank You; Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Great Family Retreat

We love the nostalgic charm of this beautifully restored home, lovely yard, and surrounding exploration spots. This home offers indoor and outdoor spaces to come together as a family, but ample space to retreat for a while. Perfect for our daughter, their husbands, and grandchildren!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Nest on the beach

Loved the attention to detail keeping it Craftsman
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great vacation spot

A well-stocked home just a block from the beach with a few eclectic touches, like the pastor’s room, to keep things interesting. Dave stopped by as we were arriving to say hello, always a nice touch, and let us know on our last day that we could stay past the check out time if we wanted. All of us (7 adults) loved the house and the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2022
Its always a joy to hear that guests have had a great stay at my home. I try very hard to always provide a special place to enjoy. I recently put together a hard cover history of the home dating back to 1886 for guests to read with old photos to current.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

Coming back

The rental house was fabulous. It was the perfect size for our family reunion. Love the outside bathroom....and the seating out front. It was the good combo of cozy and spacious We will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Thank you Tina for your kind words. Its always nice to hear positive feedback. Please do come back; Thank You; Dave

About the host

Hosted by Dave

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As a little boy growing up in the San Joaquin Valley, I remember looking forward to going to Santa Cruz every summer to spend 1 week with my grandparents and my young single aunts. Every year my Grandparents would have two grand children stay each week until all my cousins had a chance to vacation each summer. They sold their beach home in the late fifties. So when I was in my thirties I would vacation in Capitola and Santa Cruz and rent at the beach somewhere. We would ride around on our bikes with the kids, always keeping an eye out for a small place to buy. After renting for several years we found a small fixer upper. Being a young general contractor with lots of ambition, we began fixing it up, enjoying Santa Cruz and the beach also. As soon as the sun was out, we were off to the beach. Well after 14 years the little cottage became to small. So one day on a trip to the yaght harbor, we ran across this old Craftsman House that needed some TLC. We fell in love with it and with my ability to do the work we bought it. So now we are the Grandparents having my kids and grandchildren spend fun time at the beach. We have met so many nice families who we have rented to and many still return after many years. Everyone is happy when your'e at the beach. We love it.

Why they chose this property

When I found this home in this location by the ocean I could't pass it up. The home is in a great neighborhood with many very nice neighbors who have been here for decades enjoying their families at or near the beach. There is lots to do around here for everyone.

What makes this property unique

The home has lots of space in and out for all guests to spread out or gather together in many areas throughout the day, sunny and shady spots abound on the site.

Languages:

English, Portuguese

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