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COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR

Vacation home near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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Property grounds
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Seaside 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. Twin Lakes State Beach and Harbor 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
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Senor Teds - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tramonti - ‬14 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.

COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR

COUNTY PERMIT NUMBER 201381. The Beach House has a 1 bedroom/bath with queen size bed The main house is fully furnished with a new remodeled kitchen and bath with a soaker tub and separate shower area, there is a outdoor deck with BBQ, flat screen TV, and queen size bed with luxurious linens. Occupancy is two. 1 Small PET IS CONSIDERED WITH MANAGEMENT APPROVAL... PLEASE ASK PRIOR TO BOOKING. Pet Fee of $25.00/day . Animals are not to be left alone on the property inside or out if you are not there...they must be supervised. Also prefer you walk the dog to pee/poop as the lawn gets burned from the urine. PLEASE NO SMOKERS!
We love and take great care of the property and expect the same from you.
This area offers many exciting dining options and activities within walking distance. The Crows Nest Restaurant has excellent cuisine, ocean views, nightly entertainment and summer beach parties with outdoor music. Johnny Harborside Restaurant offers great seafood with harbor views. Cafe"El Polomar has a mexican cuisine and is a great place to watch sport volleyball. The Kind Grind is a coffee shop with pastries, smoothies and a deli. Aldo Restaurant is on the dock and serves breakfast outdoors.

Activities on the Harbor are abundant. Rent SUP Boards and stand up paddle through the harbor and bay with friends,Kayak,or plan a cruise on the Chardonney II charter which also offers dining options while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay, or just take a stroll and catch a glimpse of the seals and sea otters that love to play in the bay.

Santa Cruz has 29 miles of beaches to explore, famous surfing spots from Steamers Lane to Pleasure Point, Capitola to Seascape and Sunset Beaches

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: no smoking on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please be sure the heater is returned to 67 degrees
Start load of laundry...towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

ANY SMOKING in the home will have an AUTOMATIC CHARGE of $500.00

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • 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: Small dogs! Pet approval required prior booking.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES & NO SMOKERS on property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property

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
Note from host: NO PARTIES & NO SMOKERS on property
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 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. Note from host: NO PARTIES & NO SMOKERS on property For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number COO00484

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach and 7-minute walk from Harbor Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Twin Lakes.

COZY BEACH HOUSE near YACHT HARBOR Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 246 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicely updated, clean, and great location. The house had everything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect size, clean and bright and well designed. Close to beach and town. Will def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect; just what I was expecting and I wasn’t disappointed. A great place to relax, close to the ocean and places to eat. For anyone interested in walking to the Boardwalk, it’s approximately 23K steps
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and super cute little house. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mitzi k.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil F., family from Santa Cruz CA to Wallingford CT - Seattle WA to Naples Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little house. Enjoyed the back yard. Limited seating for dinner. No one was using the 'studio" in back - a separate rental space? Might be a little awkward using the back yard and laundry if others were there. Walk to the beach and restaurants. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well kept home in nice neighborhood. Loved the outside with all the beautiful plants and flowers.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a nice time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
It was cozy and comfortable. Extremely clean. The bathroom was elegant and the shower was awesome. I loved the location as it was close to everything. I especially loved the parking space so we didn’t have to park on the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony A.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend as we were attending a wedding. The property was exactly as advertised. Such a cute, cozy beach house. Perfect for relaxing and just steps from Twin Lakes State Beach and walking distance to some great eating spots. Harbor Cafe breakfast was delish! One of the best VRBO's that we've stayed in. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this little cottage by the beach! Lovely covered porch in the backyard to enjoy coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night. Close walk to a beautiful beach. Everything you need to cook but bring your own spices, napkins, foil etc…..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property excellent location- just as advertised and very comfortable. Note that there are no cooking basics in the kitchen (salt, pepper, oil) which made cooking hard without buying a lot of supplies.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle I., Healdsburg, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.... just a five minute walk to the beach. House is cute, perfect for a couple. The kitchen is open and modern. Bathtub and a shower was nice. Everything was just lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beccie G., usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable, great location and peaceful. Easy walking distance to the ocean and Crow's nest restaurant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melonie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean, the bed comfortable and it was a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed the back patio in the evenings. The communication with the host was great. I would have given this house a 5 star rating except there were absolutely no condiments, not even salt and pepper.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S., Stockton, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than you expect!

5 Star Review! The pictures do not do this place justice. Its perfectly comfortable and suitable for a couple on a trip to Santa Cruz. The location was perfect for us, considering what we had going on while we were there.The living room furniture and the bed were comfortable. Plenty of towels available. The back patio was a very nice place to unwind at the end of the day. Furniture is comfortable and there are more chairs and small tables present, that are not shown in the listing photos.We did have a couple of hiccups but I'm not going to stray away from the 5 star rating as they are all more inconveniences than anything else. Plus they are all fixable.Kitchen - One of the cutting boards had crumbs and some food debris stuck to it.The kitchen knives were incredibly dull. Dull to the point that trying to cut a tomato, turned it to mush.There was a very dirty sponge left at the kitchen sink and the Dawn dishwashing liquid was practically empty. BBQ - Gas grill, located on the side of the house, which is not in the pictures. The propane tank was empty but there was a spare nearby. The grill surface had food residue stuck to it. There is a brush provided but it should probably be replaced soon as it was not the most effective at cleaning the grill surface. The ignition switch did not work either. Luckily, I found some matches in one of the kitchen drawer and was able to get the grill working.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

It was a short getaway but relaxing and peaceful
We went to Margaritaville as usual but we really enjoyed our place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation weekend

Stayed while in town for my son’s college graduation. It was perfect. My parents stayed in the studio and we stayed in the main house. Plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D., Redwood City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

This beach house was ideal in every way. The design and style of the decorating was stunning and the layout of the back and front yards with tropical vibes made for the perfect romantic getaway. Plus the bathroom was amazing. This house is spectacular and if we could give it more than 5 stars we would.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H., Ketchum , ID

Liked: Cleanliness

Immaculate Cottage near Yacht Harbor

One of the nicest vrbo rentals we've ever seen. Tastefully decorated, clean, looks like newly renovated. Quiet street close to ocean in desirable Twin Lakes neighborhood. Thumbs up!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect size little bungalow for 2 and a dog

We loved this place and the location. We come to visit family and will definitely look to book this again. The proximity to the harbor meant for nice walks every morning. The home was clean and nicely remodeled. The yard and deck were perfect for lounging.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Locatiou

We had an amazing time in this little cottage! Loved our mornings in the sun on the back porch with our coffee that was provided. Perfect location for morning and afternoon walks to restaurants and the beach! Awesome, relaxing bathtub!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025