Location: Santa Cruz, Central Coast, California, USA (One block off the ocean a convenient walk to most everything) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-7)
Charming Lighthouse Cottage fulfills your beach vacation dream, ideally situated one block from famous Cowell’s Beach next to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz pier. Just a stroll from your front porch you can partake in surfing lessons at Cowell’s Beach, watch world-class surfers at nearby Steamers Lane, take sunset strolls along scenic West Cliff Drive, bird watch by the lighthouse, enjoy oceanfront dining, relax to free concerts on the sand, explore the many activities and shops on the Santa Cruz pier - perfect for the vacationing family or a romantic getaway for the two of you. If you are partaking in Wharf to Wharf 10K, Santa Cruz Sentinal or Big Kahuna Triathlons, you could not have a better location.
You are approximately one mile from the quaint Downtown "scene" of lively restaurants, eclectic shops of every kind, and interesting people-watching. Within a 10 minute drive are wonderful hiking and biking trails through California redwood groves. Drive 40 miles south on scenic Hwy 1 to Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur. A myriad of nearby activities await your pleasure.
The cottage offers two bedrooms with queen beds and one with two twin beds plus a sleeper sofa in the living room. French doors in the dining room open to a delightful backyard patio perfect for relaxing, enjoying the sun, or dining "al fresco". The kitchen is equipped with gas stove, dishwasher and service to enjoy in home dining.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: One car garage that locks good for storing bikes, surf boards, wet suits and one small car
- Covered Parking: in the one car garage plus parking for one car in the driveway, plus parking passes for on-street parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Two bedrooms have queen beds
- Twin/Single Bed: One bedroom has two twin beds
- Convertible Bed: Really, this pull-out sofa is futon comfortable. No springs or lumps!
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Comcast is provided giving you dozens of tv stations plus high-speed internet
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Gas stove and stainless steel range hood
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: With advance notice and for an extra fee, a catered meal can be arranged. Specialties include Pacific Rim and vegetarian themes.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone: a rotary phone takes you back in time as you dial your local calls for free. It is assumed you have a cell phone for other calls.
- Broadband Internet: Comcast.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): The WiFi works for most computers, but Comcast is always available if it does not work for your.
- Other Amenities
- High Speed cable modem internet, DVD/VCR, iPod player, Gas Range, Beach towels and tatami mats, Games/videos/books, BBQ, One car garage for storage plus space for one car in driveway, Off-street parking with provided parking permit, No smoking or pets please
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Beach toys and boogie boards (at your own risk) are provided.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Amusement Park, Sport Fishing, Whale Watching (seasonal), Bay Cruises, Watch World-Class Surf Competitions, Open Studios Art Tour, Santa Cruz Shakespeare Festival, Monterey Bay Aquarium, UCSC Marine Lab, beach concerts, wine tasting, farmers markets, numerous parks, restaurants featuring locally grown organic produce and freshly caught fish
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dates: Sept. 7 to May 15 | May 16 to Sept. 6 + all major holidays
Two (minimum) $ 500 | $ 600
Three $ 750 | $ 875
Four $1000 | $1150
Five $1250 | $1425
Six to Seven $1400 | $1700
$500 refundable security deposit. 50% down holds reservation. 10% tax added
Full payment due 60 days prior to arrival date. +$200/night for >7 nights
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Lighthouse Cottage: Fun in the Sun - Beach, Surfing, Boardwalk
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has so many wonderful aspects to it. The ocean and general acceptance of all who come visit are the main draws. The downtown is vibrant with a lot to do there. With the University nearby, there is a level of intellect you don't find in a lot of beach towns. The nature activies are endless, from bike rides, to great hiking to just hanging out at the wharf and people watching and grabbing a fresh seafood dinner. I always feel at peace in Santa Cruz and are never at a loss as to what to do.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our beach house is our second home and is furnished accordingly. There is a new pull out L-sectional sofa from Pottery Barn, quality knives in the kitchen, a gas stove, down comforters on off the beds and more special touches that distinguish it from an impersonal hotel setting. We have books for all ages to read, and high tech necessities.
Owner's Map of Santa Cruz
We are a family of two, not counting our animals. My teenage daughter and I love to sneak in days at the beach house so we can get away from the insane pace in Silicon Valley where we live. We try to make the place feel like home to all who visit with us and are open to feedback as to how to improve the experience at Lighthouse Cottage. We enjoy hanging out in the garden to see all that blooms at the different times of the year. We love our neighbors there and being so close to the ocean that sometimes you can hear the sea lions at night if you listen carefully.
Property Photos
- Lighthouse Cottage: One short block to the famous Cowells Beach - Santa Cruz Vacation Rental
- Private back patio perfect for relaxing in and enjoying an at-home bar-b-que - Santa Cruz Vacation Rental
- Dining room table comfortably seats six. Opens to patio through French doors - Santa Cruz Vacation Rental
- Queen bedroom with down comforter.
- Bedroom with two twin beds
- Extra deep tub and shower combo with fancy tile for relaxing in.
- Queen Bedroom 2 with down comforter
- Charming kitchen with original pine paneling with nook and garden view
- Relax in the casual living room that has lots of natural light
- Gas stove, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, toaster oven and more
- Desk in bedroom provides a home away from home office with internet access
- Walk to world famous surfing, one block from cottage
- Cook on the barbeque and dine outside in the country garden setting
- One and a half blocks from shops, dining, fishing and excursions at the Wharf
- The perfect base for the many events including Wharf to Wharf and Big Kahuna
- An easy walk to over a dozen restaurants and nearby Boardwalk
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #91368
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