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Anchors Away

Vacation home near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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Exterior
Dining
TV
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Harbor Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Anchors Away

Summary:

Steps to Twin Lakes Beach and the Crow's Nest Restaurant.  Walk to shops and the Boardwalk and more.



The Space:

VR PERMIT # 181373



Across from the Yacht Harbor.  Rent stand-up paddle boards and kayaks.  Steps to Twin Lakes Beach and the Crow's Nest Restaurant.  Walk to shops and the Boardwalk and more.



Welcome to the Anchor's Away Cottage!  This vintage beach cottage is a perfect romantic getaway and has one bedroom and one bathroom and is in the highly desirable Yacht Harbor area in Santa Cruz.  Tastefully decorated with all the comforts of home, including WiFi, cable, off-street parking, and a washer/dryer.  The cottage has a sunny back patio for BBQ'ing and sits directly across from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor!



Additional Pet fees do apply per pet. Dogs must not exceed 45 lbs and must be over 1 year old. If you feel your situation regarding your pet warrants reconsideration of these guidelines, please contact the Beachnest office.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

🚨 Top 5 Non-Negotiables 🚨 (Please read before proceeding with your booking) 1. No Parties or Events — Ever Any party, gathering, or event will re...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Up to 2 pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Anchor's Away Santa Cruz
Anchor's Away Private vacation home
Anchor's Away Private vacation home Santa Cruz
Anchor's Away Less than 50 yards from Twin Lakes Beach!
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Anchors Away to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Anchors Away have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Anchors Away to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Harbor Beach and 13-minute walk from Lincoln Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Anchors Away offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Anchors Away?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Anchors Away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Anchors Away?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Anchors Away have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Anchors Away have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Anchors Away to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Twin Lakes.

Anchors Away Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location other than the bridge being closed it was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beachside cabin

Had a wonderful two night stay in May and was incredibly happy with the property and area. The place was incredibly cute and perfect for a romantic getaway. Steps from the beach, with a porch and lovely back patio to spend time in. The location is wonderful, a 25 minute walk to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and more a short walk or drive away. I can’t wait to book my next stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great time

Love it. Super close to the beach and a wonderful little strip mall. Great beverages and apps. Great coffee place as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

The only issue we had was my wife was uncomfortable and I found it odd that the VRBO listing does not mention this property being "a shared property" as described by the management booklet inside the property. This being a shared property is known only after you have rented (at a 500.00 per night rate). So what happens is you are constantly wondering when and if someone will use and arrive at the cottage in the back. Your stay becomes awkward. VRBO should make it requirement to list "a shared property" in their original listing descriptions. These comments are from prior property owners that rented our properties through VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed kitchen. Nice backyard patio for eating and socializing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place!

My 70+ father stayed here and absolutely loved it. The location could not be beat, and he said any street noise was not heard in the bedroom, which is in the back. It was comfortable for him and had everything he needed for a week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach getaway

Wonderful location, many restaurants and even a store in walking distance. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Place

We very much enjoyed our stay over the Christmas weekend. The house is clean and is just as described in the listing. It took a couple of phone calls and texts to have someone address a hot water issue but everything worked out fine in the end. Great location. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L., Indianapolis, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

In Santa Cruz for the Triathlon

The property was exactly as advertised. It was wonderful being a stone's throw from the beach, where there was a great deal of activity. The house is on a one-way street with very little traffic.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous property right in all the action

House is great in a location that’s perfect for beach, food, biking and being near the marina. House was immaculate and well equipped. Outdoor patio was perfect for morning coffee and storing our bikes. Would happily recommend to anyone looking to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A., San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Beach House Steps from the Water

This is a cozy, clean beach home that accommodated three of us comfortably. The location is across the street from Twin Lakes Beach, The Crow's Nest, and harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location was perfect.. next there beach n restaurants.

It was wonderful, just a little small, but loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Penelope J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Paid 500 hundred a night for a very small house with a running toilet. A shower with very little hot water and had to clean up do dishes at end of stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Perfect spot for beach access

Lovely spot for a family of 4. Very close to the beach, can walk back to the house anytime to shower, grab a snack, or take a little break. Not an easy walk to the Boardwalk, so we took an Uber to get there. All the comforts of home to be able to cook meals and clean clothes. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

C.J. J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location for our needs

We were happy with this unit, convenient location for us nothing luxurious but it worked for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayson V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Repeat stay

This was our second time staying here. It was perfect as before. Very clean, and perfect location. We will be staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bring your own shower gel and hair products.

Excellent place and location! Perfect for a long weekend. Bath towels were super luxurious! Next time, we will bring our own shower gel and hair products. What was provided seemed watered down and in relatively short supply.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Walk to the beach and restaurants! Fun location.

Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayson V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect small family getaway.

This house was perfect for our small family. The location was perfect, steps to the beach. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We will be staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winnifred W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage and location!

Clean, cute, amazing location, on site parking, fenced backyard, soft and fluffy bath towels, comfy bed, smart TV, great front porch and backyard to sit and read/nap. Living room twin bed/sofa situation not too comfy (mattresses have lost their spring), sofa pillows need new covers/cleaning, and need paper towels in kitchen. All over, still a great stay and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Wedding at the Crows Nest

My husband attended a wedding at the Crows Nest and had an awesome stay. I am sad I couldn’t make it because the property and location were incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

A few days on the beach

Fantastic little house for us and our pugs we walked 3 times a day along twin lake beach our dogs love it … great exercise options so close to the marina for boaters and sup folk and fantastic eatery’s restaurants 35 mins walk to San Cruz along the beach we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda` G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable cottage just steps away from the beach!

This adorable beach cottage was steps from the beach. It was so clean & cozy & felt like home! It has everything you need, including a nice backyard patio. The chairs on the porch were perfect for people watching and an afternoon cocktail. We will definitely stay her again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021