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Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk

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A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a side table, and a painting on the wall.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a small table with a decorative item, a wall-mounted painting, and a door leading to a room with a window.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a sink. There are two framed pictures on the wall.
A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A bedroom with two beds, large windows, and a wall with two paintings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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
    Walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk

Our 1928 carriage house apartment is situated in historic Beach Hill. It has been recently renovated, yet much of the original charm has been maintained. It is a perfect spot for families or small groups - close to many tourist spots yet located in a residential neighborhood.
Cowell's Beach (boogie boarding and surfing), Steamer's Lane (advanced surfing), Monterey Exploration Center, Boardwalk, wharf, Warriors basketball stadium, downtown, and West Cliff Drive (bike/walking path along the ocean) are all a quick 5 minute walk from our house.
The apartment is located in a private garden setting, away from the main street, behind our home. We hope you will love this historical neighborhood as much as we do!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4282165
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 first aid kit

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Sailing, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza My Heart
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk?

As of 16 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk on 9 September 2026 start from NZ$1,461, 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 Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment- Blocks to Beach and Boardwalk located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morgan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The carriage house was very clean and in a wonderful location. I appreciated Sarah's thoughtful touches and communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here. The place was very cute and clean and we had everything we could possibly need. The beds were extremely comfortable. Perfect spot for walking to the boardwalk. We had an amazing time and definitely plan on booking this place again for family trips to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly and James Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the carriage house. Everything was just as good as the first time. We appreciated all of the wonderful amenities and the fine touches to make our stay so pleasant and comfortable. The ideal location and great proximity to the beach/Boardwalk and downtown made for easy access via walking. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing stay - great host, every possible supply, and the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property! And the host! Very close to everything. We walked to the boardwalk every night! 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for our family vacation! Such an easy walk to the Santa Cruz boardwalk, beach and downtown! Many great shops and restaurants within a 20 minute walk. The apartment was clean, comfortable and well-stocked! It had absolutely everything we needed and more! Sarah was a lovely host! Even though it's a 5 minute walk to the boardwalk, the apartment was really quiet and peaceful! We would absolutely stay there again, highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tricia v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house was had everything we needed. We had a great time and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STACEY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We were able to walk nearly everywhere we wanted to go. Very hospitable owners. Lots of little extra touches to make the stay easy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were impressed with the property and the host! For the same price as a reasonably high end hotel room, you get 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, and a living room. Great for families! And the location is perfect - inbetween boardwalk/beach and downtown, making walking anywhere easy and preferred. We had a couple hot days and host brought us over ice cream - how cool is that? There is a firepit outside nestled in a pretty garden, and a smores kit all prepared. Property is highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved the property, great location, we had a wonderful time
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tejas N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great! We liked it so much we came back a second time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaimi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable guest unit. Host was very nice and accommodating. Place was clean and comfortable. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect place to stay for a beach trip. Clean, comfortable, convenient, and the owners thought of all the details (or stuff for s'mores). Truly great place to stay, we'll definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has everything you need for a great stay and the location can't be beat. It's walking distance to almost all the attractions around. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vince F.

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

Great, convenient place

The location was superb, with easy access to the boardwalk, wharf, beaches and coffee shops. Exploring the area was incredibly convenient and enjoyable. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

eric f.

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

Great location

Nice place in a nice town
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Fun Weekend!

We had a great stay - perfect location, loved how bright & clean it was.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very close to boardwalk, clean and well maintained. Host was very accommodating as well. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

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

Fantastic place to stay

A lovey two bedroom apartment. Close to the beach and it has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Sarah was a great host and we would not hesitate to recommend this place to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tejas N.

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

Great House Location

It's a wonderfully cute property with everything our family needed for a great trip to Santa Cruz Monterey! And the location couldn't be more convenient to the Santa Cruz sights!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma A.

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

Fabulous stay in Santa Cruz

Location is fantastic, apartment is really clean and well equipped and Sarah couldn’t have been more helpful. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming, cozy, clean place! We had a great stay and it was so close to everything downtown! So many recommendations for restaurants etc and we really appreciated all of the beach items. Thanks and we’ll see you again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Beautiful and Convenient

Beautiful and clean guest house. Very convenient for walking to the boardwalk and wharf area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Perfect location, wonderful host!

We absolutely loved staying at this adorable apartment located near so many experiences in Santa Cruz. Sarah did a lovely job in making us feeling welcome—great coffee, snacks, and even can of local beer! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Wolfsen

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Our family moved to Santa Cruz to be closer to family and enjoy the benefits of living in such a diverse and beautiful community. We love living life outdoors as much as we can and experiencing all the art and culture that Santa Cruz offers.

Why they chose this property

We love living on Beach Hill since we are so close to many wonderful parts of Santa Cruz - the beach, the river, and downtown.

What makes this property unique

Our house is located in historic Beach Hill. It is between downtown and the beach and boardwalk. While you are here you can walk or bike to just about anything in town. We are close to museums, parks, movie theaters, live theater, sporting events, and shops, as well as the ocean, wharf, and boardwalk.

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English, French
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