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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Explore the area
Santa Cruz, CA
Sunny Cove Beach
Place, Sunny Cove Beach
16 min walk
Pleasure Point Park
Place, Pleasure Point Park
18 min walk
Twin Lakes State Beach
Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
2 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
63 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY
SC County VR Permit #VR00002. Custom built by and for the owners. This 1500 square foot, two bedroom, 1 bath house has much to offer the active beach lover in addition to the sun worshipping lounger. Ideally located one block up from 26th Ave beach and conveniently centered in Santa Cruz from Capitola to downtown Santa Cruz and the World famous Beach Boardwalk. This sweet beach home beckons visitors to relax in a peaceful atmosphere. Fall asleep to the sounds of crashing waves and wake up to the scent of the ocean. Guests can walk or bike to many desired places around town and avoid the hassles of driving and parking. Guests love staying in our friendly neighborhood, walking, playing at the beach, watching surfers and abundant wildlife just off our shoreline. This house is a breath of fresh air with an open floor plan, hardwood floors, fireplace centerpiece, vaulted ceilings, skylights, spacious kitchen and living area. The gourmet kitchen is a food lovers delight, focused around a granite slab island for easy gathering and food prep. There is a double electric oven, 5 burner gas stove top, warming drawer, microwave oven, TVs throughout the house. The kitchen is stocked with basic cooking essentials. There are fresh flowers and living plants throughout the house. *Provision services or catering can be provided by request. For example, local farmers market produce and fresh local fish. In addition to the comforts of this home, guests can enjoy the fireplace on cool Central Coast evenings as well as the deluxe Dimension One therapy hot tub and convenient outdoor shower after a surf session or beach run. The outdoor yards are wonderfully manicured and fully fenced. There is a Weber gas BBQ, patio furniture, umbrella, fire pit and hammock in the back yard. Washing machine and dryer in garage. Off street parking for several cars. For the working vacation, wireless high speed internet is available throughout the house. Active families will appreciate this house has available wetsuits, boogie boards, beach chairs, wagon, beach toys, Pack and Play, high chair lots of children's books and toys in garage as well as movies. The Live Oak library is a short walk away and is surrounded by Corcoran Lagoon which is home to Great White Herons and many other types of animals and birds.There is wood for beach bonfires and a small portable BB-Q. There are so many great things to do in our neighborhood that it is possible to spend a week or longer and never have to drive anywhere. During the Summer months and holiday breaks there is a five day minimum stay, unless there are small gaps between to be filled in for shorter visits.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
The departure instructions are listed on the contract that is on the booking website as well as posted on the refrigerator in the house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
6 guests Max
Spa rules must be adhered to. Registered renters only to use the spa. No visiting pets inside house.
Quite time 10PM to 8AM
No Parties
Important information
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Property # 190701
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Santa Cruz
Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Restaurants
People's Coffee - 2 min drive
Tacos Moreno - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 15 min walk
The Point Market - 13 min walk
Verve Coffee Roasters - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY on Aug 28, 2026 start from $371, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE
HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY located?
This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Moran Lake Beach and Santa Maria's Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This is our second time to stay, and we loved it once again! The house is in a perfect location to the beach, very quick walk. Also a short drive to the boardwalk. The home is clean and bright and open and fit our family. We will be back.
We had a wonderful stay at the house! So comfy, bright and sunny with all the windows. Comfy couch, king bed, and well stocked kitchen. Plus only a 3 minute walk to the ocean! We would definitely stay here again.
We had an amazing stay at Cathy and Andre’s beach house. The space was clean and well appointed, the yard gorgeous and enjoyably peaceful (the owners have a green thumb—evidenced by the amazing orchids inside. I’ve never seen such a beautiful orchid as the one on the dining table!) The hot tub is always a MUST when we do our writing retreats and this was nicely situated. We enjoyed the proximity to beach and town. Dinner at Shadowbrook one night was also a treat. We struggled a bit with the WiFi connection with three writers accessing computers, but once we moved the extender to the window we had better luck! Loved the house history photo album showing the story of the family and how they made it their home. Would definitely stay again.
My family and I had a great experience staying in Cathy and Andre's home. The home was clean and quiet, with an impressive display of indoor/outdoor plants, and an assortment of local bird species that seemed to be enjoying the outdoor feeder and yard. We'd definitely book again during a future trip to Santa Cruz!
Great location near the beach and easy drive to restaurants and grocery stores. Cathy was easy to communicate with and offered earlier check-in when the cleaners were done. Our family had a wonderful time with our stay.
My wife and I loved the house. Block and a half from the beach. Sunset every night and lower tide walks on the beach. The house had everything we needed. Every little touch is thought out by the owner. The hot tub was great to use a few times a day/night. Lovely quiet neighborhood with peaceful bird sounds most of the day. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. Very comfy living room and bed too. We will rent this house again if it’s available for another stay when we get down that way. It’s a great house for a family with a kid or two or just a couple on a getaway vacation. Very safe and quiet neighborhood walks too in either direction.
We loved this house! The front yard is amazing and very relaxing. We enjoyed the hot tub and hammock in the backyard. The location is great and a short walk from the beach. The house was exactly how the pictures looked. Would definitely stay here again.
Very comfortable stay for our family trip. Lots of games to try and the kids loved reading in the hammock. Short walk to the beach where we saw lots of wildlife and folks enjoying the surf. Convenient to everything we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again!
Erica J.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tejay
Aug 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautifully decorated, great layout, with healthy plants and flower arrangements throughout the house. Clean and well-equipped. Owner super nice, very helpful.Highly recommend!
Catherine V.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2025
Thank you so much for staying. Happy that you enjoyed the house and hope to have you visit again.
This was a beautifully decorated home. It was incredibly well appointed and space to hang towels, just do well thought out to be easy and pleasing for any guest. There were so many wetsuits of all sizes and games and books. Very comfortable sleeping. Probably one of the best I’ve ever stayed at. So close to the beach and lovely walking. I would come back!
Carol R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2025
Thank you so much for staying. Happy you enjoyed the house and hope to have you stay again sometime soon.
Cathy's beach cottage is a perfect place to stay in Santa Cruz. Easy walk or bike to the local beaches. She provides a few bikes/beach chairs/boogey boards which is so nice. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to enjoy a relaxing stay. Cathy had great recommendations for things to do and was easy to get in touch with. The property is really beautiful. We didn't want to leave!!!!!
Cathy’s home is the best rental we have stayed at, and she is very thoughtful to have things available for children and families to use. She was very communicative and willing to assist, and the home exceeded what the listing described it as! I hope to be able to return in the future.
Very nicely decorated and so many beautiful flowers surround the property. Communication with Cathy was very easy and she responded right away. We had everything we could possibly need for our stay. Nice quiet neighborhood and close to the beach and other things you may want to do in the area! Would highly recommend this property to anyone coming to Santa Cruz!!
Teryl F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2025
Thank you for staying. It was a pleasure hosting all of you.
Extremely pleasant stay.Good location. Clean and well appointed.Timely communications with Owners.Would definitely return.
Denis
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Cathy Pieratt
Andre has lived in Santa Cruz most of his life and I have lived here since 1987. We enjoy living in this area because there is so much to offer. We go to the beach as often as possible. We also have fun riding our bikes around town to the many wonderful places to see. Water sports are definitely in the mix of our daily lives. Surfing, sailing, outrigger paddling and stand up paddling in Santa Cruz are popular things to do.
Why they chose this property
We built the house for ourselves to live in and lived there for eight years until we grew out of it when our kids needed their own rooms.The house is perfectly set up for small families or a couple. We thought it would be a great vacation house and it has worked out nicely for our guests. Many of them return year after year and it is fun see their families grow.
What makes this property unique
The house is located a block up from one of the best beaches in Santa Cruz. Our neighborhood is unique and close knit. Most of the neighbors know each other and we gather for sunsets almost every night. It is close to stores, restaurants, coffee spots and shopping. Our beach is a popular surf spot when the swell is up. We have many varieties of animal and sea life right off and on the shore. It has a deluxe Dimension One spa, outdoor shower, hammock, beautifully landscaped yard, privacy plantings surrounding the property, bikes and boogie boards, wetsuits and lots of kid sand toys.
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