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Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach

Cottage near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪15 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

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

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Harbor Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬10 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.

Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach

Charming 2 bedroom 2 bath beach cottage only 3 blocks from Twin Lakes State Beach. The recently updated kitchen is well equipped for all your cooking needs. The living room has a gas fireplace and a smart TV. The queen master bedroom has a smart TV and bathroom with tub, shower and laundry area. 2nd bedroom has a twin over full bunk bed. The 2nd bathroom has a shower. Linens, towels and wi-fi are provided.

Neatly landscaped and fully enclosed front yard with lounge seating on the deck, gas BBQ, hammock in the garden, outdoor fireplace, and large teak dining table on the patio. Tropical outdoor shower with warm water. Beach chairs, coolers and beach umbrellas are provided, all you need to bring is your bathing suit.

The cottage is close to the Yacht Harbor and Crow's Nest restaurant. It's located at the end of the street with plenty of parking and privacy. The yard is fully enclosed so pets are safe. We are happily pet friendly.

Keywords: Bungalow

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE HOUSE.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you brought a pup, please do a final “poop walk” of the lawn to ensure Fido or Fifi didn’t leave anything behind.
Please do not strip the sheets from the bunk beds – they are special zip sheets. There is no need to strip any beds.
Not required, but appreciated: loading the dishwasher. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
  • Note from host: Pet fee $50 per pet / stay. Pls provide pet detail

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE HOUSE.

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 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. 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

Charming Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks Beach
Charming Private Cottage 3 Blocks Beach
Charming Private Santa Cruz 3 Blocks Beach
Charming Private 3 Blocks Beach
Charming Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks Beach
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Charming Private Santa Cruz 3 Blocks Beach
Charming Private 3 Blocks Beach
Charming Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks From the Beach
Charming Private 3 Blocks

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach to the airport?

This cottage is 14.6 mi (26-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach to the beach?

This cottage is a short 2-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and 7-minute walk from Harbor Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach to downtown Santa Cruz?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Twin Lakes.

Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 205 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing experience at the Santa Cruz cottage. Kim and Pam were excellent hosts and made the whole process wonderful. The cottage was spotless and absolutely darling! We also appreciated all the insight and tips given. Communication and hospitality was over the top! We’d love to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is very private. The vintage fireplace outside was awesome. The house was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amenities!! Host rapid response time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliot N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amenities, loved our stay, will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kim, our host was amazing in terms of communication & helped to satisfy any need we had. The location is fantastic & every detail is thought of at the home. Would def recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great and clean inside the fenced area. The appliances are very up to date. The street is very interesting, at first appearance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D., Arvada, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this vacation rental! Everything is geared toward creating a beautiful and relaxing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another fabulous stay at Kim and Pam’s house! They have everything needed for a comfortable and fun beach vacation in Santa Cruz. We appreciate the cleanliness of the house as well as the extra comfortable beds, abundance of beach towels, use of the washer and dryer, proximity to the beach, and the relaxing yard with it’s cozy hammock. We were able to bring our pup this time and he loved it! Kim even connected us to a sweet dog sitter who cared for and walked our pup so that we could go to the Monterey Aquarium for the day. Kim and Pam do an excellent job of communicating and are generous in offering information about local activities. Our family usually likes to vacation in different places but all four of us agree that we would love to stay here at least once a year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Cruz - Triathlon Weekend

Incredible location. Beautiful getaway. Loved the privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Every once in a while you stay at a home that you can tell that the host really cares about their lodgers. This is that place. From the cleanliness of the property to the little touches and conveniences that make your vacation all that much easier and carefree. Kim and Pam go above and beyond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is the absolute cutest!!!! Super clean. Perfect location. The yard was absolutely the coolest part. It allowed our family to spread out and truly enjoy the sea air. Oh, and they even had a beach wagon and chairs!! (A huge plus because ours didn’t fit in the mini van. lol) We will 100% be back. This is the perfect beach rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing vacation

Great house!! Great location!! Wow! The owners of this vacation rental really put thought into their home! This house was so clean, so comfortable and was beyond stocked with all your needs in mind. EXCELLENT experience!! We have stayed in several VRBO properties, but this one EXCEEDED our expectations! We will definitely stay there again! This house is tucked into a quiet neighborhood with a very short walk to the beach. Just perfect! You didn't know you were in a busy beach location. The yard was lovely with a cool MCM firepit! Great memories made there!! Highly recommend!! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! Kim and Pam were great! Very kind and thoughtful, even down to special treats for our fur baby! Thank you both!! Bill and Jen
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

rochelle c.

Liked: Cleanliness

California Dreamin'

This is a perfect vacation cottage, great location, fully equipped, clean and comfortable!We will definitely be coming back! .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness

best ever....

very comfortable,very clean with all you need. we had an old friend from England who just lost her husband, i was his best men and he was mine . she has cheared up being with us .thank you Mel
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic rental!

We love this rental! It was the second time we visited Santa Cruz. It is a 10 and we highly recommend it!It is a nice quiet place with a fenced-in yard for our little dog. The Hosts have thought about everything!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful trip!

Such a lovely home! Very clean, well stocked with every amenity. Seabright beach was an easy walk. We would highly recommend this beautiful and conveniently located cozy home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Break from Winter

The cottage was really thoughtfully put together. And very well stocked with things that made it very comfortable. Instructions about how to use things ie: fireplace/a/c/patio lights etc were clear and everything worked perfectly. I loved the privacy of the yard and spent a good amount of time on the front porch. All in all it was lovely
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place to explore the Monterey Bay region

We spent a month at the house in early 2025 to get out of the Midwest cold. The house met all our expectations and needs.Checkin was a breeze and the hosts included a welcoming gift for us and the dog.The house was as described and comfortable. The bed in the main bedroom was comfy and the bathrooms had all amenities needed.We (especially the dog) enjoyed the fenced in yard. The hammock, deck, grill, and firepit were all handy and functional albeit a little cold for the season of our stay.The beach is 3 blocks down the street, Plenty of area to walk and the dog to chase balls and waves. The Harbor is a also a fun place to walk and see all the ships and sailboats. We heard seals but didn't see them.All in all, the house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara A., Santa Cruz, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage for friends & family, and dog friendly

Great spot. Super clean. Enjoyed the fenced in yard for the pups. Lots of nice amenities, plenty of towels, wood for the outdoor fireplace. Extra nice touch was the dog treats and wine as a welcome. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kat S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and cozy cottage

This is our second time at the beach cottage and our family & doggy love it! Our Aussie loves spending time in the fenced yard following all the squirrels. We love it because it is cozy, well decorated and equipped. We highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome rental!

We had a great time in Santa Cruz! This is a cute little cottage! It is at the end of a dead end street which made it really quiet and peaceful. We loved the fenced in yard for our dog. The interior is decorated with a beautiful beach theme. The attention to detail makes this place above any other rental. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need. The hosts have a large notebook in the cottage with information on restaurants, things to do, maps as well as all the different beaches. I had never been to Santa Cruz and found this very helpful. We would highly recommend this beach cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara A., Santa Cruz, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

I don't want to hype this place too much because I love it and plan to go back again. 🙂♥️ I stayed a few days with just myself and my little dog the first time, I went. And then came back with my sister & nephew. First stay the hosts left a bottle of wine for me and treats for my dog. I was able to stay again with my sister. This time they left a complete s'mores kit which we enjoyed. Great spot. Super convenient. Will definitely be back. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

This was our first time visiting Santa Cruz. We loved this little house with privacy and fenced in yard for our dog. Standing at the end of the street you can see the beach. This is one of our favorite vacation rentals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A. P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home-plus!

We were blown away by the attention to detail of this place! From the welcome wine, and dog treats to the abundance of luxurious towels/linens. Nothing was missing! Even the outdoor fire was ready to go! It is stylishly appointed and extremely comfortable! Loved every bit of being there!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024