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3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach.

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Fully stocked kitchen opens up to dining and living room.
Entry gate to private front and backyard.
Tranquil garden
Make memorable meals in the fully stocked kitchen
Open floor plan makes for great family meal times.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Sunny Cove Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Deck or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 and 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach.

The Beachy Keen Bungalow is a bright and breezy home that’s perfect for relaxing after a sunny day at the beach. With lots of bright windows and luxurious furnishings, you’re guaranteed to unwind immediately and never want to leave.

The great room is open and spacious so the entire family can relax together either on the comfy couch in the living space, at the dining table or fixing a snack in the fully stocked kitchen. There’s also a cute sun room stocked a TV to keep even the little ones entertained. The master bedroom features 5 star, hotel quality linens and a plush Cal King bed. The second bedroom has two twin beds, perfect for the kiddos. The third bedroom has a plush top, queen bed with deluxe bedding. Outside, you’ll find a fully enclosed yard with lots of room for outdoor BBQ meals and play. Winter or summer, the hot tub will be a perfect spot to relax after all your Santa Cruz fun.

This three bedroom, two bath home comfortably sleeps six people.

Our goal is to ensure your Santa Cruz vacation is perfect. And with some of the best beaches and amenities within walking distance, you don’t have to go far to enjoy Santa Cruz. Twin Lakes (aka Blacks Beach), that’s only 1.5 blocks away, features great surf during the day, amazing views of the lighthouses and fire pits for roasting marshmallows in the evening. If you're a coffee person, take a quick 2 block walk to The Windmill Cafe for one of the best lattes in Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz harbor is walking distance and features great restaurants like The Kind Grind, Aldo’s or the famous Crow’s Nest. Hop in your car and drive 5 minutes to the Beach Boardwalk, downtown Santa Cruz or Capitola. We have a “Things to Do” binder at the house full of recommendations to help you enjoy your stay. And we’re always available prior to your arrival to help in anyway. This is sure to be one of your most memorable vacations yet!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 655419vb
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

About the area

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Harbor Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach.?

As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach. on 1 September 2026 start from NZ$1,075, 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 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 bedroom bungalow. Steps to the beach. located?

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

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. 79 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lovely home! Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Perfect instructions and easy communications with the owner. Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Great stay

House was great
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great beach getaway

Perfect house only five minutes from the beach and great restaurants. Easy drive to the boardwalk for the kids. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dante V.

A great getaway!

Close enough to the Boardwalk for the kids, a short walk to the beach, and quiet enough to sleep in and get some rest!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We hope to see you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home with close proximity to the beach. This home had everything we needed to be comfortable. It was clean, somewhat secluded and had a great little sandwich place right around the corner for breakfast or lunch. The host were friendly and easy to contact. It was a nice solution for our family trip to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lukas K.

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

Perfect family vacation!

Super close to the beach, boardwalk, food, supplies and the property was AMAZING!! We WILL be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Family trip to Santa Cruz

Great location close to it all
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

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

Fabulous family stay near great beach!

We had multi-generational family and everyone loved our stay. The space was comfy and the location close to the beach. Everything we needed was there. We highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Lovely stay

Good location within easy walking distance to multiple beaches. Amenities as described and we were very comfortable for our 5 day stay. Very responsive owners with excellent written expectations and opportunities for dining and exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

Lovely Week at the Beach

Great property and location to enjoy everything Santa Cruz has to offer - beach, boardwalk, restaurants, nearby attractions. Very comfortable accommodations, short walk to the beach and a couple of great breakfast places (Windmill Cafe and Evaristas). Would love to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadal M.

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

Beautiful

The property and location was more beautiful than the pics suggested. Highly recommend if you are looking for a cozy place a short distance near the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estefanie P.

Lovely house. Great location

Loved everything about the house. Great decoration, very comfortable, great sun room with games. Great location. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane R.

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

Family beach vacation

Our family enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The home had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly walkable to the beach, close to the market, taqueria, and coffee shop. Plenty of toys and books kept our children busy. Beds are very very soft. One room had a particularly potent mildew scent that can perhaps be remediated, typical of beachside homes. Overall we would certainly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Great family getaway

The property was perfect for our family. My 6 year old loved the toys and my 12 year old loved his bed. The kitchen had everything we needed. The bikes were a great bonus. The location was convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna P.

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

Sweet beach nearby

Cute house with space to spread out or be together. Great location, just a block and a half from the beach. Nicely equipped with outdoor shower, hot tub, sunroom, garden coffee or reading nook, and two TVs. Comfy beds and nice sheets. Hosts were quick to respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey Y.

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

Wonderful stay in Santa Cruz!

We had a wonderful stay at the Beachy Keen cottage! It was the perfect size for our family of six and had plenty of amenities. The property is clean, well stocked and has lots of toys for the little ones. We particularly enjoyed the hot tub and the beach umbrella and chairs so kindly provided. Close enough to walk to the beach and a great little coffee shop and cafe (The Windmill). Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Nice place

This property worked well for our adult family and one toddler. Having kid toys and adult games available and the spa in the backyard made for nice evenings. It is an easy walk to the beach. It was nice to have a few seasonings and essentials in the kitchen for cooking at home. The owners were very responsive to any questions. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Vacation

This is an ideal house everything is great beds are comfortable and everything you need is there. Very close to santa cruz wharf which you dont want to miss sit and watch the harbor seals Ano Nuevo state park 21 miles away for elephant seal tours. Eat at Beach Hut Deli. What great sandwiches Fire Fish on the wharf is great for prawns and Dungeness crab. Enjoy this house in Santa Cruz it's fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca I.

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

Cute Cottage

We had a nice stay at this cute cottage. It was 6 of us girlfriends having a reunion for the weekend and we enjoyed the space. It was comfortable and fairly clean. We did experience a few dirty dishes but not a big deal. The hot tub was great and the only complaints are that we needed more blankets and mixing bowls. Otherwise it was a good location and we had fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY B.

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

CALIFORNIA SOJOURN

THIS PROPERTY WAS DELIGHTFUL, CLEAN AND BRIGHT AND WELL DESIGNED. ALTHOUGH WE WERE GATHERED FOR A SAD OCCASSION, THE HOST WENT OUT OF THEIR WAY TO WELCOME US AND MAKE US FEEL AT HOME. WILL DEFINITELY KEEP IN MIND IF WE RETURN TO CA.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bungalow was cute. Perfect for our family. Plenty of dishes and everything was clean. The only issue was the carbon monoxide alarm started going off around 11pm every hour until we contacted the owner around 2am who walked us through the deactivation of the unit. (Not battery operated). That thing was LOUD!! There were other units working in the house so no worries of poisoning. Not much sleep that night for our family. We would recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

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

Second time stay even better!

After a lively time last year, we returned to an even better stay this year. We love the quiet neighborhood and private yard. The hot tub is great after d altar at the beach. We had access to everything we needed for so much beach fun! The master bed is so comfy. We brought my mom this time. She said the same about her bed! The space of the house is great for our multi-generational family. And beyond all of that, the hosts couldn’t be more helpful and responsive. My whole family and I highly recommend this place! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Lovely Family Vacation Home

We had a great family vacation here! Our family was made up of myself, husband, our teenage son and my parents. This house is well suited for all ages! The owners did a great job stocking this house with everything you will need for a great stay. We are used to staying in time share condo's and were a little hesitant about this being our fist time renting a house but from the moment we pulled up to this house we knew we had made a great decision...and it only became more evident as we entered the house to find many "extra's". Great location for travel to San Francisco for a day or just down the road to a very relaxing beach. Would highly recommend this rental.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We hope you come again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Peg S.

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

Girls in Santa Cruz

Bedding on master bed smelled like they were in the washer too long. So I had to strip the bed down and wash bedding, including mattress cover. Also, room with queen bed smelled musty. Otherwise, the rest of the house was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kasey and Chris

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We grew up in the Bay Area and spent most of our summers in Santa Cruz. It is one of our most favorite places to unwind.

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