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Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Property grounds
TV, DVD player, stereo
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61455 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,455 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR18-0026

Property is also known as

1703

About the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

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Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 134 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylee E.

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

Wonderful three floor apartment

Great two bedroom apartment. Be aware, there are three floors so if stairs are hard fory ou, this wont be a good fot. Balcony looks out on the boardwalk. Nice stocked kitchen. Safe garage parking. Nice size rooms. Beach toys for kids. Sea lions and seals at the pier andLots of rides and restaurants all within walking didtance. Beautiful cliff walk/ run. Watch surfers. Walk to trails, shopping and a bike path along the river. All so close and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nanette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Stay in Santa Cruz

Nice area, but we didn't k know ahead of time that they're weteso many stairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

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

Great location

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Samantha R.

Cute place-Great location!

Loved that I could see the boardwalk from balcony and walking distance to boardwalk and wharf.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Melissa B.

Boardwalk

So close to the boardwalk, wharf and beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Perfect location

Easy walk to wharf and rides. Perfect. Home clean with all you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Relaxation Destination

The house was perfect for a reunion with my bestie! Its location is prime, the patio is magazine worthy, and the home felt so homey!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Expedia priced this property at such an affordable price!! I will keep booking my vacations through Expedia. The property was very very clean. A very easy 2 to 3 block walk down to the beach. It had great accommodations making this whole experience good. Check in and out we’re beyond easy. I can’t wait to book again with everyone! Thank you for helping to give us an affordable and good vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Perfect Boardwalk location

5 minutes from the boardwalk, plenty of towels & cooking supplies. Clean and shinny on arrival. Nice to have a garage to park in.
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8/10 Good

Amy L.

Good location

The location is convenient, close to the boardwalk and beach. I that this place has a garage to park in. It’s tight, but our larger SUV did fit. The house was clean when we arrived, and after you open up the windows, cools down quick. The only downside is the primary bedroom mattress is so uncomfortable. We barely slept and are so sore after 2 nights. This would be the only thing stopping us from renting this house again.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Great spot

Nicely decorated townhouse centrally located to the boardwalk etc Lots of stairs but manageable. Good sized rooms and full kitchen. Bed in master could be replaced as not so comfortable and needs more blankets. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brady M.

Great location and amenities

The location was perfect. 2 block walk to the beach, 4 blocks to the boardwalk. Less expensive than hotels. Bathrooms were very clean. Nice view from the balcony. Kitchen amenities worked well and there was plenty of parking. Thank you so much. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna S.

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

Great location and view!

Enjoyed the stay, nice quiet neighborhood 5 minutes from the wharf. Many stairs but there is a dumbwaiter. Needs a little polishing but otherwise a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Julie O.

Good location and function

If you are looking for a place close to the boardwalk and with lots of space for up to 6 people, this is a good option. The one car garage and extra parking space are a plus. The view from the balcony is very nice at the beginning and end of the day. There is plenty of gathering and alone space. Keep in mind that this is three levels so lots of stairs. The decor and guest comforts are bare minimum and could be improved. Very dated and lacking but fine. Don't expect a home that has all you need (extra blankets, interior decorating, TV in every room, etc...) and you will not be disappointed with the location and space. We personally would stay again but wish the owner would invest a little more.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Great Vacation home

This one of the cleanest homes I have stayed in. It had a great selection of cookware. The home was stocked with beach toys, beach towels, boogie boards, and 2 beach chairs. The dumbwaiter was an unbelievable asset making unpacking and packing a snap. A really easy 3 or 2 block walk to the beach which helped keep my car clean. Having a garage to keep my car in was such peace of mind and convenience. It is a really tight fit getting in but if you fold your mirrors in it’s doable even for a Toyota sienna. We all greatly enjoyed our experience and wish more vacation rentals offered this much accommodations and cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Great house!

The place was absolutely adorable! It had a great view of the boardwalk and is walking distance to the beach. The showers there have amazing pressure! We loved that there were beach towels available and toys to play in the sand and make sand castles! Thank you for letting us rent your home for our first time in Cali! The only complaints and things to worry about are: The stairs are horrendous if you have bad knees (which we expected, but just as a warning to others) and the master bed isn’t comfortable at all. Way too soft! For some reason the smart tv upstairs won’t let you in Netflix but the one in the master bedroom will, so bring some games to play in the evening!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Janet E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

No A/C - No screens on windows

This unit does not state they did not have A/C and no screens in windows in bedrooms so no way to get air into bedroom’s unless you wanted bugs to fly in. Only 1 small and 1 box fan for circulation. They also have 3 flights of stairs and I feel that should be noted in the unit as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

David M.

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

Good location but a bit run down and not clean

Location is good. You can walk to the beach and boardwalk. Street is quiet. The property is not in good repair in general, but that seems to be how Santa Cruz is. One complaint is the floors are so dirty that they turn socks black. The kitchen is also missing some basics, like more than 4 sets of silverware.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

John H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Boardwalk Nightmare

Way out of date interior needs better cleaning. The place needs a coat of paint. Soap and shampoo is powder in biodegradable containers… it’s horrible. No A/C. Three stories… get ready to climb stairs. Noisy neighbor dog barking at night…. Ya, I recommend it🚫
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kate M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This is a great place to stay. The location is lovely- set back from boardwalk chaos but close enough to ride your bikes or walk places. Some things to note: the second floor has both bedrooms, and they are to share the bathroom. The second bathroom is on the third floor, where the kitchen, dining room, and living room areas are. The main bedroom has limited lighting as there are no overhead lights. The garage door didn't work, so we had to open it manually. When you do book this place, make sure you go through your vacasa email and get details on your trip so that you can confirm your identity and get all of the check-in instructions. SERIOUSLY IMPORTANT: BRING YOUR OWN LINENS! All the linens, pillowcases, and bedding had stains on them.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Rita G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not comfortable even for 2 couples.

The location was good. The 3rd floor with the kitchen was OK, the 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms, but it’s not sleeping place for 6. Only one bedroom has a quin bed, the 2nd one has 1 bed with two twin beds on a 2 different levels. It may be good for the kids, but not for adults. The beds were uncomfortable. This house was filthy and the shower curtain moldy in both bathrooms. I am not sure that comforter on the bed was washed ?? The floors were loud and squeaky and the shower on the 3rd floor very noisy. No one could walk around or use upstairs bathroom if someone was sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

No AC

This house was ok. Not spectacular not awful but it suited a need for a stay. There is no AC in this house and if you are lucky like me you get to have an open window that your toddler can fall out of while listening to the neighbors sound like they are drowning a cat while singing karaoke to each other. However it’s not the leasing company’s fault the neighbors are gone deaf. I would not bring a toddler or younger here or anyone with disabilities even just old age. I put that on myself as I should have found somewhere that was safer for my toddler and elderly mom. Having the garage is nice. I was glad I could park my car and just walk in, only issue was the security camera is inside the garage which leaves no privacy inside the house and you have to walk past wide open windows to the outside that anyone can look into so the safety of an attached garage is out the window. There are two more uncovered windows so make sure you aren’t walking up or down the stairs after a shower in the random full bathroom on the top floor with no bedrooms. All in all it was a good stay. I just wouldn’t stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Such a lovely experience

We stayed at the home for 3 nights and enjoyed it very much! Excellent location, only a 5 minute walk to the boardwalk. The home is 3 stories so there are a lot of stairs, but it really wasn’t too bad. There is a dumb waiter to help you bring up your bags & groceries so that was really convenient! The home was fully stocked with everything you need to make meals at home. The master bedroom was very spacious. Some reviews have mentioned that the bed was very uncomfortable but I didn’t think it was too bad. The smaller bedroom fit our 3 kids nicely. We used the top bed & the rollaway bed underneath for our older 2 and there was enough room to put a pack and play up for our youngest to sleep in. The only downside is that the bedrooms are underneath the main living area and if there is someone walking around upstairs you can hear every step they take lol. So bring a sound machine for younger kiddos! Living room was spacious & the balcony was a lovely feature. It was so neat seeing the lights from the boardwalk at night and hearing the rides from the living room. The only downside there is that the WiFi didn’t work very well. We brought our chrome cast so that we could stream our own shows but we couldn’t get it to connect to the WiFi. And there is cable, but not a huge selection of channels available to watch. The garage was a nice feature as well. They have plenty of beach toys, towels, & chairs in there to take with you to the beach. Also a washer & dryer with detergent to do a load of laundry if needed. Of course if anyone knows Santa Cruz they know that there are a lot of transients in the area. We forgot to lock up our car one night and someone did get into it and stole a couple of items. But that was our fault for leaving it unlocked. Just want to let people know that aren’t familiar with the area that you do need to be vigilant about locking up your stuff there. But that goes for anywhere in Santa Cruz lol. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and thought that the home was perfect for us. We plan on coming back next year and staying at this home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patti J.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

Great Apartment!

Boardwalk Dream perfectly fit our needs. It was spacious, clean and well-equipped. The location was walking distance from the boardwalk, Santa Cruz Pier and beach, where we could see the amazing sea lions. It was wonderful to hear the sound of the waves from our balcony, and we greatly appreciated the convenient washer & dryer. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024