Natural Bridges Beach House, Cute & Family Friendly- Weekly & Monthly
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Located on the beautiful Westside in Santa Cruz, across the street from Natural Bridges State Beach Park, 1 1/2 blocks to the Natural Bridges State Beach and scenic West Cliff Drive. Close to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, downtown Santa Cruz, University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) and prime surfing spots at Cowell's Beach, Pleasure Point and Steamer Lane. Walk to the gourmet market on Swift Street where you’ll find winery tasting rooms, yoga studios, coffee shops, New Leaf Market (a mini-Whole Foods) and plenty of restaurants. Updated family friendly house that is perfect for multi-generational travel.
GATEWAY LOCATION FOR THE BAY AREA!
The property is conveniently located less than an hour and a half from the Bay Area’s major cities and airports. Downtown San Jose and the San Jose Airport are approximately 30 minutes away. The San Francisco Airport is 60 minutes away, as is Carmel, Monterey, and Pebble Beach. Downtown San Francisco is 80 minutes away, and you can easily reach Sonoma and Napa in about two hours.
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YOU WILL 'SHORE' LOVE OUR FAMILY BEACH HOUSE!
Our 2,100 square foot home caters to families. We have everything you might need for a baby (including a Pack N Play, baby monitor, high chair, and more) or a day at Natural Bridges Beach with your children (including sand toys, umbrellas, coolers, beach chairs, beach wagon for all your stuff and more), which is only a block and a half away and has lifeguards.
More importantly, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, we have the perfect set up for a large family traveling with their nanny or other caretaker. On the first floor, you’ll find the main living areas including one bedroom with a queen-size bed and bathroom with a shower. The downstairs also has a spacious dining room, which can seat up to eight people. A spacious living room is adjacent to the dining room with a comfortable family room off of the kitchen.
Upstairs, the two kids’ bedrooms are in the front of the house and share a bathroom. One of the kids’ bedrooms has a single bed with a trundle. The other has a queen-size bed. The master bedroom is located at the back of the house, and it boasts a king-size bed, DVD player, flatscreen TV, huge soaking tub, and plenty of storage.
The backyard is another highlight of the home. It has a full outdoor living area with a gazebo, patio furniture (for both adults and kids), an outdoor sofa, and shower with warm water that you can use to rinse off after a day at the beach. The outdoor living area gets the perfect mix of sun and shade, and it’s a great place to kick back on the weekends or at the end of a long day. The kids can also play in the back yard while you watch from the family room, dining room, or kitchen. The property is located on a safe and quiet cul-de-sac.
As mentioned, our beach house is only a block and a half from Natural Bridges State Beach, which is near scenic West Cliff Drive (great for long walks by the ocean!) and the UCSC Seymour Long Marine Lab. You can easily walk to Swift Street, where you’ll find winery tasting rooms, yoga studios, New Leaf Market (a mini-Whole Foods) and plenty of restaurants. If you’d like to venture further, the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and wharf is approximately two miles away.
Please note that we do not allow large parties or wedding at our home as Santa Cruz has strict noise ordinances.
This is a pet and smoke free home. Please no visiting pets.
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Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 2100 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Downstairs on main living area. No closet. Ceiling fan.
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
- Upstairs, walk-in closet & ceiling fan.
- Bedroom 3
- 2 twin/ single
- Upstairs, 1 twin bed with pop-up twin trundle bed & closet.
- Bedroom 4
- 1 king, 1 baby crib
- Upstairs, big sitting area, walk-in closet & private bath.
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1- Downstairs
- toilet, shower
- Downstairs on main living area
- Bathroom 3- Upstairs Master
- toilet, tub, shower
- Upstairs in private master bedroom. Huge soaking tub.
- Bathroom 2- Upstairs
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Upstairs by the two bedrooms.
- Bathroom 4- Outside Shower
- outdoor shower
- Outside hot and cold shower.
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Ice Maker
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishwasher
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Clothes Dryer
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Games
- Toys
- DVD Player
- Television
Communications
- Broadband Access
- Internet
Outdoor Features
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Lawn / Garden
Theme
- Adventure
- Family
- Tourist Attractions
Location & View
Activities
- Botanical Garden
- Medical Services
- Fitness Center
- Groceries
- Hospital
- Laundromat
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Parasailing
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Surfing
- Golf
- Wind-Surfing
- Water Skiing
- Mountain Biking
- Roller Blading
- Sailing
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Spelunking
- Pier Fishing
- Rafting
- Massage Therapist
- Hiking
- ATM/Bank
- Shelling
- Churches
- Cinemas
- Library
- Marina
- Museums
- Playground
- Recreation Center
- Theme Parks
- Arboretum
- Restaurants
- Winery Tours
- Live Theater
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Eco Tourism
- Walking
- Horseback Riding
- Whale Watching
- Boating
- Scenic Drives
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Paddle Boating
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Deepsea Fishing
Other Activities
Reviews
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Post Wedding/Pre Honeymoon Trip
Post Wedding/Pre Honeymoon Trip
- Guest TofuTiff
- Date of stay 07/09/12
- Review Submitted 11/06/12
My husband and I stayed here with 7 of our friends for 4 glorious days just after our wedding. Our friends had flown over from Scotland and had stayed in various places in N. California already, so we thought we vaguely knew what to expect based on the other rentals they'd stayed in. But, we were absolutely shocked when we arrived to find the most beautiful home - a super short walk from the beach - and with such thoughtful touches. In fact, there was a basket of cookies, cheese, crackers, champagne, suggestions of things to do, and a note congratulating us on our wedding and welcoming us to their beach home. Also, my husband is a wheelchair user and this was a phenomenal find in that sense too. Although this is a 2 story house, there is a bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor. There is only one small step (only a couple of inches high) to get through the front door and he was able to handle it without help. The rest of the ground floor is step free and very spacious. Is was extremely clean and comfortable, the owner has covered all the bases and went above and beyond to help us before, during, and after our stay. They have an extensive guide to the area, all the facilities you could hope for including a BBQ and a great outdoor setup for using it. We found a bunch of great bars and restaurants nearby and never had any problems getting taxis on nights when we wanted to go out in downtown Santa Cruz without the car (only about 5 minutes drive). This rental is VERY well priced. I would recommend it to anyone - large groups, families, couples, younger people, older people - this place has it all! We will definitely be back. Hopefully SOON!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners, girls getaway.
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Westside Surf Rental
Westside Surf Rental
- Guest Karen
- Date of stay 07/01/12
- Review Submitted 07/08/12
This was the perfect house for our 3 generations family vacation. The cul de sac and enclosed back yard allowed the kids to play while the adults dozed under the pergola. Bikes, trikes, boogie boards, and other kid (and grown-up) toys made it an easy turn-key vacation. Owner put together an amazing book that included local concerts, day trips, recommended restaurants etc... Everything is well organized and labelled. Not only is the house more warm and inviting than the photos suggest, but the location is great. It's walking distance to beach, "pick your own" strawberry farm, Kelly's French Bakery, hiking paths, and other activities. It's an easy bike ride to downtown. We got lucky with the Fourth-of-July week where we able to see fireworks from West Cliff Drive. The advantage of the westside is that traffic is better and you aren't living on top of each other. Grandma, middle-aged parents, teens and toddlers all had a great time.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Great House for Families
Great House for Families
- Guest Diana
- Date of stay 08/03/11
- Review Submitted 11/07/11
We had a great time in this beautiful house in the best part of Santa Cruz! The house is very comfortable and spacious. We stayed in the house with our 1 year old, a 3 1/2 year old and our au pair. It's was a wonderful house and fully stocked for kids. The location is perfect. It's just a few blocks from the amazing Natural Bridges Beach. The owners were very helpful and left us great tips about Santa Cruz and plenty of great suggestions of local things to do. The yard is very cozy (and gated off which was great with a toddler) and has a nice outdoor shower for when you get back from the beach. This house is really wonderful for families! We hope to come back next time!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners, girls getaway.
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July 2011 visit
July 2011 visit
- Guest Meg
- Date of stay 07/16/11
- Review Submitted 07/29/11
What a wonderful home in such a beautiful area. The owners were so helpful and offered all the information we needed. Our whole family, grandparents, parents, adults and kids including an infant, enjoyed our week stay. We were within walking distance of the beach with sand, waves and tide pools. A short walk could take us to a park or a paved walkway along the coast. The house was spotless and we loved the welcome sand bucket with maps, wine and treats. The arrangement of bedrooms, bathrooms and living/dining rooms allowed adults and children, of various ages, to be together with room to spare. However, the arrangement also allowed children with varying bed times to get to sleep easily. The backyard was perfect for active play, outside dining and basking in the afternoon sun, if we weren't at a beach. I use a manual wheelchair and, my husband and I, could easily use the downstairs bedroom and bathroom. We had members of our family with allergies, so finding a vacation home with no smoking/no pets was a requirement, and your home was perfect. I recommend a visit to the house before finalizing plans, as the pictures don't really give a sense of how large it is. The quiet neighborhood, the cul de sac and the fun of visiting Santa Cruz made this a memorable vacation. I recommend this home without reservations. Sincerely, MegRecommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, families with young children.
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First visit to Santa Cruz
First visit to Santa Cruz
- Guest SBAS
- Date of stay 07/02/11
- Review Submitted 07/14/11
My family spent a week exploring Santa Cruz and surrounding areas. Found this home to be quite comfortable, very clean with many small welcoming details that were not unnoticed or unappreciated! Owners are extremely easy to work with and quite helpful with suggestions and questions. The neighborhood is quiet, the backyard private. A wonderful place to call home for a week!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children.
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Great getaway from the City with the kids!
Great getaway from the City with the kids!
- Guest Holly
- Date of stay 04/29/11
- Review Submitted 05/11/11
What a beautiful beach home! We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the kid-friendly amenities for travel with a toddler - everything was ready for the beach and there's a playground nearby too. The outdoor living space is fantastic, and the kids enjoyed playing in the backyard together. The house is on a cul-de-sac, so no traffic. Fantastic location. Would definitely return.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Rates
*SUMMER 2013 RATES* $2795/week July & August WEEKLY ONLY Saturday to Saturday $2995/week holiday & special event weeks. (Weekly Saturday start dates) 11% county transit occupancy tax. Special events & holidays subject to addt'l fee $250 for departure cleaning. Linens provided except beach towels. $750 refundable security deposit. Prices quoted are for payment by Cashier's Check Additional 3% fee for credit cards. Check in at 4 pm and check out at 10 am. MAX occupancy 8 persons. No weddings/parties. No pets or visiting pets.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2011
About the owner: I graduated from University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) back in the days when the students adopted the banana slug as the school mascot, there were no grades and Natural Bridges State Beach Park had two natural bridges over the ocean. After four years, I was ready to leave Santa Cruz for life in the big city- San Francisco! I re-discovered Santa Cruz after being gone for almost two decades and planning my 20th college reunion. The timing coincided with the birth of our child. I experienced what the area had to offer and was impressed by the changes and reassured by the familiarity. Santa Cruz is an easy getaway from our San Francisco family home. We find the drive very therapeutic with the transition from our fast paced lives to our Santa Cruz sanctuary. The 75 minute drive to Santa Cruz from San Francisco is beautiful through the evergreens on Highway 17 or by the ocean on Highway 1.
Why the Owner Chose Santa Cruz:
Our search lasted almost 2 years for our perfect beach house on the Westside of Santa Cruz! We wanted a remodeled home with 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms in a nice, quiet neighborhood. A home with a great layout for entertaining and suitable for house guests was essential. As parents of a toddler and children of elderly parents, being within walking distance of the beach with summer lifeguards was important to us. Plus, Natural Bridges State Beach has restrooms and showers. Natural Bridges State Beach Park offers great tide pools, stroller and bike friendly paths, park ranger programs for the kids, charcoal bbq grills and is the home to the monarch butterfly nature preserve.
We love bike riding and strolling on West Cliff Drive starting from Natural Bridges pass the Lighthouse Field State Beach, gawking at the surfers at Cowell’s Beach, eating on the Wharf and goofing around at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. In the evenings, we enjoy walking to the Swift Street wineries, restaurants and New Leaf Market (a.k.a. mini Whole Foods) for dinner. The Saturday Westside farmer's market is our source for our morning coffee, breakfast tacos and local produce. We walk a 1/2 a block from our house to catch the public bus to UC Santa Cruz to participate in university sponsored events from Shakespeare Santa Cruz, foraging at the Farm and looking for banana slugs in the redwood forest.
Of course, we do the typical Santa Cruz family activities at the beach and downtown. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has great retro Monday and Tuesday nights with dollar hotdogs, cotton candy, drinks and all rides. Volleyball tournaments, bands on the beach, bowling- there is always something happening down on the main beach! Downtown Santa Cruz is a must see destination with the al fresco dining, street performers and iconic Bookshop Santa Cruz.
Capitola Village is a short drive with nice ocean front restaurants and night life.
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Photos
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Across from Natural Bridges Park. 1 1/2 blocks to the beach & West Cliff Dr.
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Living room sitting area.
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Kitchen: 4 burner gas stove, oven, microwave, refridge, dishwasher & disposal.
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Family room to outdoor living area. Kitchen bar table & kids table.
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LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! 1 1/2 blocks to Natural Bridges State Beach.
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Outdoor living area: Gazebo, dining area, conversation set & gas BBQ.
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View of the back yard from the gazebo.
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Fenced-in side yard leading to back yard.
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Downstairs Bedroom #1: Queen bed, built-in desk. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms
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Upstairs Bedroom #3: Twin bed with pop-up trundle, closet and ocean peeks.
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Bedroom #4 Master: King bed, sitting area, desk, walk-in closet & full bathroom
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4 bed/3 bath and 2100 sq feet, built in 1996. Clean & uncluttered beach house.
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View from upstairs of entry, living & dining room with lots of natural light.
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Dining room table that seats 8. High chair, booster chair & kids table too.
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Kitchen pantry area to dining room. Bar area and kids seating by the window.
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Light filled family room adjoining the kitchen.
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Natural Bridges Beach is 1 1/2 blocks from the beach house. Surf & sunsets!
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Outdoor living area with conversation set and kids furniture too.
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Outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Perfect for after a day at the beach.
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West Cliff Dr: 1 1/2 blocks to Monterey views, surfers & multi-use path
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Upstairs Bedroom #2: Queen bed, walk-in closet and peeks of the ocean.
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Bedroom #4 Master: King bed, sitting area, desk, walk-in closet & full bathroom
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Clean garage with parking for 1 car, organized beach supplies & 2 bikes.
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West Cliff Dr: 1 1/2 blocks to views of the Monterey Peninsula, surfers & path
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