Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81900 sq ft

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz Wharf6 min walk
Cowell's Beach8 min walk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk8 min walk
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

4 Poster Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Antique Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Library Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Murphy Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Clawfoot Tub

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

1887 Victorian Historic Landmark on Beach Hill. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom on the UPPER LEVEL of Eastlake style Victorian duplex.

You are just a minute or two walk from the Santa Cruz Main Beach, Wharf and Boardwalk. Surf at Cowell's or just enjoy the sun and fun. We have boogie boards and some wetsuits that you are welcome to use and there are books and games for the family.

Approximately 1900 square feet of space. Multiple hand blown original glass bay windows, very bright and cheery. Lovely hardwood floors throughout. Beautiful trim details, doors, original hardware, amazing chandeliers, fantastic deck etc. See it on the cover of “The Sidewalk Companion to Santa Cruz Architecture” at the book section of the MAH (The Museum of Art & History).

This is a rare opportunity to stay in one of the oldest and best-kept houses/landmarks in Santa Cruz. The intricate exterior is heavily adorned with gingerbread and is detailed with six colors.

The space has a large living room complete with sofa, wing back chairs, and 60" 4K curved flat screen TV with cable and DVR. The dining room features a large dining room table with six chairs. The spacious kitchen has garbage disposal, gas stove, dishwasher, and newer refrigerator. One bedroom features a gorgeous four poster queen sized bed with a 37" flat screen TV, the second bedroom lovely antique bedroom set with a full bed and 55" flat screen TV with DVR, the third a queen sized Murphy bed and the fourth bedroom a remarkable full sized Murphy bed that transforms into a desk. One of the bathrooms has a clawfoot tub with pedestal sink, the second bathroom is a Jack and Jill to two of the bedrooms and has a shower. Both are nicely remodeled.

The home is ideally located at the top of Beach Hill, with a very short walk (2- 3 minutes) to the beach/wharf or about ten minutes to downtown. Nice backyard and small upstairs back deck.

Tandem parking for up to two large cars in driveway + 1 parking permit for street.

Sorry, but we absolutely do not allow pets or smoking on the premises (inside or outside).

City of Santa Cruz Permit Number: STR 18 - 0280

Property manager

Nicole Sanchez

Premier Host

Languages

English, German

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor Space

Ocean Front House on West Cliff Dr. Bike or walk along the path across the way.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

The home was built in1887 w/low rails & lowwindows

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All bookings are pending the approval of owner. Please provide a scan of the primary renter's ID within 24 hours.

This is the upper level of a duplex Victorian, people live below. Please remove shoes or wear soft sole shoes, limit noise + don't use yard 10pm - 8am

Sunday pls take trash cans (incl green waste) out Sunday and put back Monday. Please put dirty dishes into the dishwasher and run before check out.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

This vacation home is located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, and is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

Pacific Avenue - 3 min walk
Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min walk
Cowell's Beach - 8 min walk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk
Ocean Street - 11 min walk

Getting around

Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

Ideal Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
Boardwalk Bowl - 5 min walk
Jack O'Neill Lounge - 9 min walk
Ume Tea - 5 min walk
Las Palmas Taco Bar - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk located?

Nestled on the beach, this Westside Santa Cruz vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Apr 12, 2024

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

Beautiful House

We very much enjoyed our stay - the house was very comfortable, accurately met the online description, and was walkable to downtown and the Boardwalk/beach area. Hoping to stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Vacaville

Dec 6, 2023

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

Wonderful house!

Beautiful historic home close to the beach. We had such a great time. The house was perfect for our family. The owner was lovely and helped us with a couple of things we needed. I would highly recommend this home.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Sep 27, 2023

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

Wonderful experience

Charm and lots of it! My family was impressed how well kept the landmark property was. Rooms were super clean and we were greeted with touches of details here and there. All 6 of us had wonderful things to say about our stay. Thank you for making it a great stay Nicole.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Sep 22, 2023

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

Great house close to wharf and boardwalk

Wonderful house with modern amenities close to boardwalk and restaurants of the wharf. Great communication with owner. Ants present in the kitchen, but the property owner seemed to be right on top of the issue. So I only write this in case it continues in future write-ups as a warning, but I doubt that will be the case, based on the timely responsiveness of the owner. Overall wonderful stay and therefore 5-star rating.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence B., Roseville’s, United States

Jul 10, 2023

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

July in Santa Cruz

The house is just like it stated on the VRBO, it is a classic Victorian with vaulted ceilings, very comfortable, cozy, fantastic location, definitely worth the trip. Owner is very responsive to messaging.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Sanchez

We are a family of four who absolutely love the beach, outdoor activities, cooking, antiques and music.

Why they chose this property

We have always loved Santa Cruz and have so many wonderful memories here. We fell in love with this historic landmark Victorian and are excited for you to build your own memories here.

What makes this property unique

So close to the beach and the wonderful dining, shopping and culture downtown. We feel like we don't even need a car living here. It is in the center of everything and a nice luxurious retreat where you can kick back with plenty of room and all the amenities that make it feel like home. Boogie boards, beach towels, wetsuits, games are at your disposal.