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On the beach
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

On the beach.At this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lincoln Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach. Sunny Cove Beach and Santa Maria's Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 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.

Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!

Mediterranean home that steps to the private end of Twin Lakes Beach. Blacks Beach has great swimming, surfing and skim boarding. Walk to the Harbor, Crow's Nest, Como di Lago, The kind Grind Coffee Shop and other great spots. Bike rentals available. Our house is fully equipped for your enjoyment. bath and beach towels, linens and down quilts. There are two master bedrooms (California king & two extra long twin beds) with full baths upstairs and balconies. There is a queen sofa bed downstairs with a half bath. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is indoor dining room seating for four and outdoor seating.

A warm outdoor shower is located on the side yard and there is a tropical secluded patio in the backyard with gas BBQ, dining table and chairs. Skim boards, boogie boards and beach toys are provided. This home is perfect for two couples or a family. (2-6 occupancy). We will accept pets upon approval but there is an additional fee. Parties and Weddings are not allowed.
Discounted monthly rates available, please inquire.
Keywords: House, Beach, Surfing, monthly rental, Vacation, Santa Cruz, relaxing, quiet, close to beach

Property manager

Laurie

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.6 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Twin Lakes.

Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house and location

Such a beautiful home and so comfortable. Beds were comfy and the kitchen well stocked. The back yard was really pleasant and we ate dinner there each night. It was also perfect for the dog. We loved the close proximity to the beach, where we spent many fun moments. We went to the boardwalk which was an easy drive. Also visited Henry Cowell state park, about 25 minutes away, totally worth it. Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Cruz stay

Great location—very well laid out house and back patio. Very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Cruz Getaway

Great spot just steps to the beach. Pet friendly, very clean and comfortable. Wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Our family of 4 enjoyed this house for spring break. Great location with easy walk to the beach. Very comfortable property with everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful. We'll be back!

A group of old friends rented this little gem of a house for the weekend. Beautifully laid out, very comfortable and well appointed. Great beds. Plenty of room inside and out. 2 minute walk to Blacks beach. One of the best places I have rented for a mini vacation.Thank you Laurie!! We hope you'll have us back again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend

The house was well appointed and had everything we needed. Close to beach and it is a dead end street so not a lot of traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!!!

Laurie is great and her house was perfect for our visit to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

Great place great location just a half dozen house from beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house doors down from the beach!

This is one of our favorite rental properties in Santa Cruz and Laurie is a fantastic host! The house is adorable and well adorned. Fantastic east side location and close to everything we love about Santa Cruz! Recommend highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ann m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week

Amazing location, beach was great, house perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kari s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our favorite place in Santa Cruz

This is our favorite place in Santa Cruz. Laurie's home is cozy and comfortable, half a block from the beach. She's made sure the check-in process is easy, and is always available should you have any questions/concerns. F
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Portland OR

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House

We love the east side of Santa Cruz! We can’t wait to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property with good floor plan.

This was a conveniently located quiet neighborhood. Each bedroom had a private bath and there was good separation between the bedrooms. I would have preferred a double or queen bed in the 2nd bedroom for my group, but the twin beds would work really well for families with kids. I would gladly stay at this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place in Santa Cruz

We loved staying here — adorable house and amazing proximity to a great beach. The "loaner" beach items at the house were so thoughtful...thanks for the beach towels, chairs, wagon, wetsuits and boogie board!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Home

Enjoyed our stay, as always. Home is clean and located perfectly to enjoy Santa Cruz
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place

Comfortable little house. Close to everything but also out of the craziness by the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway on the coast

This is our 4th year in a row staying here. We come at the end of summer each year and love the location, the house, and big plus for us is that it’s also pet friendly. The owner is personal and very helpful. Super clean and wonderful having beach chairs, wagon, beach towels, and even wet suits in the garage. Location is less than a 5 min walk to a wonderful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a Delightful Beach House!

The house is open, bright and sunny, and it was so clean and inviting. Everything we needed to enjoy our stay at the beach was provided, beyond what we could have imagined we even needed. We had the best vacation in years, the house is so close to the beach. We would definitely return to this location, wonderful host, beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful beach home

Such a wonderful house, and the host provided everything! Path to a not-crowded beach less than half a block away, with cart, beach towels, beach umbrella, and even frisbees ready to go. Soap and shampoo, dishwashing and laundry detergent already there. And such a clean, cute property! Quiet and peaceful. Felt like home, and we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming beach house

Our family of 4 and dog stayed for 3 nights and found the place to be fantastic. Clean and welcoming, spacious and peaceful. An idyllic little yard in back and steps from the dog-friendly beach really made the stay homey. Thanks for your excellent hosting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

As expected, we had another fabulous stay at Laurie’s beach house. Can’t wait to return next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

christi C., morgan hill

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House,Amazing Location

The house was awesome. Clean, spacious, and well-stocked. The beach was less than a minute's walk. Will definitely rent here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to everything.

The only thing that would have made this a better trip were if it had been warmer outside. We had a nice stay, I would make one recommendation and that would be have some blinds or drapes on the shower windows. Odd there isn’t anything covering the large shower windows.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

Even better than the photos. Warm, inviting, comfortable home. Had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place to Relax and Enjoy a Seaside Retreat

My daughter and her 4 year-old came from Indiana to visit for a week. The house is charming, immaculate and cozy. It is located literally steps from the nearby beach. My daughter-in-law and her two children could only join us for a day but the kids made the most of being so close to the beaches and near-by Capitola, where the quaint shops and friendly people reminded me of the days I took my children to body surf nearby. We also visited Monterey and Carmel during a couple of the days and left feeling refreshed and with many happy memories. I hope to reserve the house again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024