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Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk

Holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Beach
Exterior
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Santa Cruz’s charming beach house, perfectly situated near the sand and steps from sunset views. With a patio where you can watch waves crash, this gem is easy to love! The large house has character-filled spaces like Grandma's cottage. A fully stocked kitchen and propane grill on the patio let you prep meals or cook with ocean views.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk

Holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
This smoke-free holiday home features barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
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
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 is also known as

Santa Cruz W Ocean Boardwalk
5cd06a12f0b201002d70bdf3
Santa Cruz Cottage W/ocean View-close to Boardwalk Santa Cruz

About the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Harbor Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Harbor and Lincoln Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay so much the place has so much charm, we would definitely stay here again great location! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, nice kitchen, nice eating areas, just steps to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsa G.

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

It felt like home

Our stay created some nostalgic feelings. It has some features that are the same as the one where I raised my kids. We were comfortable and it felt like we were coming home. Communication was excellent and i appreciate that the host/s answered my questions almost immediately. Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

g. w.

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

need a new bed in master!!

to provide a competitive and relaxing/comfortable experience, you really need to update the beds. especially the master bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Fun Beach House

We had such a great time staying in this quirky beach house. The location was perfect for our needs. The beach is just steps away and so convenient. We enjoyed a lovely dinner at the Crow’s Nest just a short walk away and walked to the Boardwalk in about 25 minutes to enjoy a fun filled day. The house is definitely older and could use some work but it was clean and we felt comfortable. It had everything we needed and the location was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan B.

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

Twin Lake

The location is fantastic and the decks have great views. The house is old and kind of funky, but it is big, it works and it has a nice beach house vibe. The arrangements were really easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie D.

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

Awesome Adventure

We love this place. This is our second time here and we would love to come back again. Location couldnt be any better and the house has so much charm and character. The views from the deck and several windows in the house are so beautiful and relaxing. Check in and out are simple and the house has everything you need to make family memories that will last a lifetime
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle C., Petaluma

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

Santa Cruz Never Disappoints!

We had a last minute opportunity to getaway for the weekend and are so happy we rented this vacation gem. We all loved the location, cleanliness, and the old charm of this vacation home. Interesting do-dads, and art work throughout the home. I felt like we were staying at a family members home, comfortable and relaxing. The beach is just across the street, perfect to watch the sunset with a glass of wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Loved our stay here. Perfect location for family. Beach steps away. Lovely and fun beach. Capitola bike ride away. Boardwalk same. Brought our bikes and went everywhere. Including wilder state park. Drove to Aptos for a few hours on that beach. Loved the management team. Super helpful and responsive. Want to stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha G.

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

The perfect little beach cottage

This place is truly a gem. We brought our e-bikes and rode all around Santa Cruz- the boardwalk, the wharf- everywhere. In the evenings we took the short walk down to the beach to watch the sunsets. At night we got to fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves. The interior of the cottage is decorated so cute with antique furniture and fixtures. It was also well equipped with everything we needed. It was a very cozy stay and we can’t wait to book it again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie B.

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

Annual birthday trip

Check in was the easy and zero hassle. The home is as pictured. It’s most comfortable and absolutely delightful. Its charm is like a story book. There were puzzles, a few games and BOOKS! The home is well equipped with everything you need. The location is beyond perfect to the beach, the wharf, and the boardwalk. There are so many cute shops nearby. The communication is beyond the amazing. We had the best time to celebrate my daughter’s 15th birthday. We will happily stay again!.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesco I.

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

Amazing trip through time to a perfect SC

The location is perfect. The house is like where your grandpa and grandpa lived and you loved to visit them. It’s almost museum like in the decor and feel. The house is spotless and perfectly clean with ZERO smell of mildew as can often come with older homes close to the water. No washer dryer but you are close to Seabright where there’s a great laundry between Betty Burgers and the deli. I have stayed in many places over the years in the SC area and this is top tier unless you’re looking for ultra modern decor. I would go back here in a second and every summer if I could. Wonderful. Loved.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Great house close to Boardwalk

Perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro C.

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

Loved our time on the beach!

Great location with everything that we needed for an end of summer vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

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

Great stay in Santa Cruz

Loved the property. Great location with sea views. We were a family of five with three teenage children and this property was perfect for us. Fresh flowers on arrival was a very nice touch too. Thank you ☺️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Wonderful beach front cottage!

Our group enjoyed the cozy charm of this rental! Wonderful accommodations, gorgeous views and just steps away from the beach! The host was so helpful when we had questions about the property and needed assistance finding things during our stay. They were always quick to respond and even alerted us to items left behind (oops) which we were able to pick up before we left town. We had the best time and absolutely plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

charles s.

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

Funky Beach house

Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Excellent location!

Funky beachside cottage with plenty of space, perfect location, and lovely views. The beach is just steps away and you can listen to the waves all night long. Convenient to shops, restaurants, the Boardwalk, and everything Santa Cruz has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This is our 3rd time to rent this house. We love the location and proximity to the beach. Everything we need is a short distance from the house
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Quirky, cute beach house

We loved our stay at this house. Its proximity to the beach and the harbor side restaurants made for easy days. Our 7-year-old granddaughter was enchanted with the upstairs bedroom with its little ladder to the balcony. Our small dog was happy with the deck and front area. It was like staying at grandma’s house if your grandma lived in a quirky, cool house full of knick-knacks in a beach town. Mine did, so on top of just enjoying the comfort and whimsical nature of the house, the nostalgia made me feel right at home. We will definitely plan another trip to this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Julie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location 5 stars, beds & windows 1 star

The location is spectacular- you can see and hear the waves from multiple locations on the property. If you like quaint then this is your place. We struggled with the old beds and first floor windows that wouldn’t/couldn’t open. The floor is quite uneven and is awkward to walk on. 5 stars that it’s dog friendly, the deck was a secure place for our dog to hang out with us, but the lower landscape area was not secure. While stocked with pots/pans, the kitchen is very rustic, don’t plan on making big meals in it. We enjoyed the location, being close to our favorite beach with our fur baby, but had to cut the trip short since we were so uncomfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

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

Location, location, location

Right on the beach! Perfect weather. Was able to host birthday party for family there, as well! Will stay again as soon as we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Family weekend with new baby

Very comfortable, charming details, very well stocked kitchen, claw-footed bathtub was welcome after long day at the beach. The grill got some action, trying a new carned asada recipe with a varity of Mexican dried peppers purchased in nearby Watsonville. Kayaking, bicycling and Bagelry breakfast rounded out walks on the beach morning and evening. Splendid!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Anise B.

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

The property and location were described accurately

Our experience was wonderful except for Parking was a problem with resident and tourist street spaces for our 2 cars. Our car was hemmed in bumper to bumper and I had to ask a neighbor to back up so we could leave on check out day. Otherwise Hrwat memory THANK YOU!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021