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Black's Beach Bungalow

Vacation home near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a large window.
A single-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small garden with various plants and a palm tree.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a fan, and a sliding door leading to an outdoor area.
A living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with shutters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Monterey Bay and 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Stagnaro Bros.
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • Makai Island Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Black's Beach Bungalow

Summary:

Bright & Modern Beach Cottage just 1/2 block to Black's Beach



The Space:

The Santa Cruz Beach Life can be easily enjoyed just 1/2 block to Black's Beach in this charming home with many amenities in the Twin Lakes neighborhood of Santa Cruz.  Short-term Rental Permit #221161.



This clean and modern cottage has an open floor plan that includes comfortable seating in front of a wood-burning fireplace and a 55" smart TV with streaming cable.  There is also a dining table that seats 6 people.  Guests will love the fully equipped kitchen with everything necessary to cook amazing meals.  The master bedroom has a California King size bed and an attached bathroom that has both a bathtub and a separate shower.  There is an additional area in the master bedroom that includes a desk.  The 2nd bedroom has a queen size and twin size bed.  There is a sliding glass door from this bedroom out to the back patio.



The beautifully landscaped backyard makes this area the perfect place to enjoy the outdoor dining table and the seating area with the firepit.  Other amenities include the hot springs hot tub, a full gas hook up to BBQ, and an outdoor heater.  Enjoy endless relaxation here. The outdoor shower is the ideal option for washing off after a beach swim.



This highly coveted and rarely available location on 14th Avenue w/ great access to shopping, and restaurants and is just 45 min to the Bay Area.  Starbucks is a short walk away while beautiful Sunny Cove Beach is only a 10-minute stroll. Experience the Santa Cruz Boardwalk within a 5-minute drive.  The local Farmer's market is just across the street on Sundays!



NO Pets allowed!



Surf City Rentals Policy

Guests must confirm they have read and agree to the following policies:



No Parties or Disruptive Behavior: Surf City Rentals prohibits parties, open-invite events, disruptive gatherings, and any behavior that disturbs the surrounding community, including excessive noise, visitors, trash, smoking nuisances, parking issues, trespassing, or vandalism.

Cancellation Policy: We strictly adhere to our cancellation policy, and no exceptions will be made.

Trip Insurance: We strongly advise all guests to purchase trip insurance to protect their booking in case of unforeseen circumstances.

By booking, you confirm you have read and agree to these policies.

Thank you!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

Non-smoking. No Pets Allowed.

Pets

  • No 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Black's Beach Bungalow to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.5 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Black's Beach Bungalow have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Black's Beach Bungalow to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and 7-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Black's Beach Bungalow offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Black's Beach Bungalow?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Black's Beach Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Black's Beach Bungalow?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Black's Beach Bungalow have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Black's Beach Bungalow have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Black's Beach Bungalow to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Twin Lakes.

Black's Beach Bungalow Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clifford I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was excellent Hot tub was great Easy walk to beach & stores for stuff Price was very affordable for 3 days Loved the master bedroom bed & bath/shower combo Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend. Perfect location and the house is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

Absolutely lovely and comfortable beds

We enjoyed the comfortable beds, close to the beach, fire pit, hot tub and clean house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene L.

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

Great Place

Really enjoyed the property, would stay again. Close to the beach, and the backyard was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location. Wonderful house and hot tub. All the room 4 people needed for an extended trip. Can't say enough, was perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Armen M.

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

Cozy Santa Cruz cottage like getaway

Lovely home with all amenities & great backyard with spa & relaxing vibe overall Perfect long weekend getaway Highly recommend & Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Biking get away

Great location and house, would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Armen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is clean and feels recently remodeled. Great location, quick walk to the beach, relaxing backyard, and the outdoor shower was great for our sandy kids. The burritos at the corner market made for an easy and delicious meal too. Would be cool if they had bikes available but not a biggie.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Perfect get away

Great place to stay! Clean comfortable beds! Only short distance to beach. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Great stay in Santa Cruz!

Property was incredibly clean, well outfitted, and easy to navigate. The host was incredibly communicative and provided such ample information before checking in we didn't need any help during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Location,location

Clean, well maintained property in a perfect location. Definitely would book again in future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Amazing location

This is a great property and is updated with all the latest amenities. It also has a great back yard with patio table, bbq and hot tub. It is also steps away from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and attentive! House was very clean and had everything we needed to celebrate Thanksgiving on the west coast. Being on the beach access block was a treat!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathlene P.

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

Great stay!

Perfect location, just down the street from my daughter and grandchildren. Perfect house for them to come over and a short walk to the beach. Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything wonderful here! Great location! Great secure home that’s clean and has plenty of what you need. 2nd time here and just as perfect as the 1st.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Sharon H.

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

Great house, great location!

We loved our stay at this house. It’s clean and well decorated. But best of all is the location. Less than a block to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarod D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Impeccably clean property in a great location. Very short walking distance to a great beach (really kind of two). We had a very minor maintenance issue and they took care of it promptly and without disruption. We stay in SC at least once per year and this was the cleanest and nicest that we have stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Blacks Beach location is the best!

Great location, short walk to Blacks Beach. Lots of room for 3 to 4 adults. Spacious front and backyard. Probably return next summer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

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

Beach vacation

The beach house was as described in the listing -- not always the case. Moreover it had everything we were looking for for our vacation. It was a short walk to the beach and had a wonderful backyard for relaxing and dining outdoors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

art w.

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

Outstanding!

Clean, comfortable, everything works!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

The best Verbo I stayed in

Everything about this place was great. The overall Phil of this house is wonderful. It’s comfortable and homey and just a few houses down from the beach. Every morning people out walking in. It’s a wonderful neighborhood. I highly recommend this house. And the bed was so comfortable Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mondie P.

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

Wonderful Pleasure Point Home

This home has everything. Beautiful interior, lovely back yard to relax and enjoy. Very comfortable 3 person Jacuzzi outside. Master bed is king size and very comfortable. It is a short walk to the beach. The property provides chairs and towels. Small market on the corner. Centrally located. This house is one of the best equipped houses we have stayed in. Can’t wait to return for a longer stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

Best weekend stay EVER!

We are all from NorCal and stepping into triple digit weather and decided on a whim to head to Santa Cruz for the first hot weekend home. I found this little gem on Vrbo and it was even better then our expectations, we didn’t even leave the backyard the first night, played games listened to the ocean and enjoyed each others company. We got Capitola, the boardwalk and of course the beach less then a block from the house over the weekend. Our host recommended a Chardonnay cruise and we went with the Champagne Brunch and had a blast … we definitely will be returning to SC and this wonderful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Perfect beach cottage

This space was PERFECT for our family’s Thanksgiving getaway! The home was clean and had everything we needed to cook a delicious Thanksgiving meal. The weather was so nice that we were able to eat outside in the backyard! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

candis s.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

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