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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Anchors Away

Summary:

Steps to Twin Lakes Beach and the Crow's Nest Restaurant.  Walk to shops and the Boardwalk and more.



The Space:

VR PERMIT # 181373 expires 11/21/2028



Across from the Yacht Harbor.  Rent stand-up paddle boards and kayaks.  Steps to Twin Lakes Beach and the Crow's Nest Restaurant.  Walk to shops and the Boardwalk and more.



Welcome to the Anchor's Away Cottage!  This vintage beach cottage is a perfect romantic getaway and has one bedroom and one bathroom and is in the highly desirable Yacht Harbor area in Santa Cruz.  Tastefully decorated with all the comforts of home, including WiFi, cable, off-street parking, and a washer/dryer.  The cottage has a sunny back patio for BBQ'ing and sits directly across from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor!



Additional Pet fees do apply per pet. Dogs must not exceed 45 lbs and must be over 1 year old. If you feel your situation regarding your pet warrants reconsideration of these guidelines, please contact the Beachnest office.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Up to 2 pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 1944286
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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. 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Harbor Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seabright Beach - 16 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Anchors Away pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Anchors Away?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anchors Away on Sep 13, 2026 start from $493, 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 Anchors Away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Anchors Away?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Anchors Away located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is steps from Harbor Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Harbor and Seabright Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Great beach getaway

Wonderful location, many restaurants and even a store in walking distance. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn L.

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

Location was perfect.. next there beach n restaurants.

It was wonderful, just a little small, but loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Evelyn! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Anchor's Away.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location other than the bridge being closed it was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2025
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, and we look forward to hosting your next stay in Santa Cruz.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine N.

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

Had a great time

Love it. Super close to the beach and a wonderful little strip mall. Great beverages and apps. Great coffee place as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer e.

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

Perfect location

Clean and very nice location. The house has everything you need for a get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Jennifer! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Amazing beachside cabin

Had a wonderful two night stay in May and was incredibly happy with the property and area. The place was incredibly cute and perfect for a romantic getaway. Steps from the beach, with a porch and lovely back patio to spend time in. The location is wonderful, a 25 minute walk to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and more a short walk or drive away. I can’t wait to book my next stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2025
Thank you so much for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, James! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Anchors Away in Santa Cruz!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camile A.

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

Excellent

Great location, comfy bed, our new favorite place.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2020
Camile, thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals and we are so glad that you enjoyed your stat at the Anchor's Away in Santa Cruz!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C.J. J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Good location for our needs

We were happy with this unit, convenient location for us nothing luxurious but it worked for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfred G.

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

Perfect location

Was looking for a relaxing weekend with the fam, and this place came through. Excellent location, just steps from the beach, restaurants, and shops. Only used the car once to buy groceries. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2021
Thanks so much for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Alfred! We hope you'll stay with us during your next trip to Santa Cruz.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed kitchen. Nice backyard patio for eating and socializing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Amazing place!

My 70+ father stayed here and absolutely loved it. The location could not be beat, and he said any street noise was not heard in the bedroom, which is in the back. It was comfortable for him and had everything he needed for a week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

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

Cozy Beach House Steps from the Water

This is a cozy, clean beach home that accommodated three of us comfortably. The location is across the street from Twin Lakes Beach, The Crow's Nest, and harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 5, 2022
Jodi, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you & your family/friends again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayson V.

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

Repeat stay

This was our second time staying here. It was perfect as before. Very clean, and perfect location. We will be staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne G.

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

Perfect seaside cottage

The cottage looks over the boat harbor and is a few steps to the ocean. It is clean and has every amenity a traveller would use for a holiday stay. I brought my dog and there is a small enclosed patio in the back with a BBQ and chairs and tables. I would book this little house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Jea! We look forward to hosting you during your next trip to Santa Cruz.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Fabulous property right in all the action

House is great in a location that’s perfect for beach, food, biking and being near the marina. House was immaculate and well equipped. Outdoor patio was perfect for morning coffee and storing our bikes. Would happily recommend to anyone looking to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

Lovely Place

We very much enjoyed our stay over the Christmas weekend. The house is clean and is just as described in the listing. It took a couple of phone calls and texts to have someone address a hot water issue but everything worked out fine in the end. Great location. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 11, 2024
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Patricia! We hope you'll stay with us again during your next trip to Santa Cruz.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for beach access

Lovely spot for a family of 4. Very close to the beach, can walk back to the house anytime to shower, grab a snack, or take a little break. Not an easy walk to the Boardwalk, so we took an Uber to get there. All the comforts of home to be able to cook meals and clean clothes. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Amanda! We are thank you for taking the time to provide you feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

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

In Santa Cruz for the Triathlon

The property was exactly as advertised. It was wonderful being a stone's throw from the beach, where there was a great deal of activity. The house is on a one-way street with very little traffic.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 19, 2023
Thank your for taking the time to provide your feedback, and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the Anchor's Away in Santa Cruz. Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Penelope J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Paid 500 hundred a night for a very small house with a running toilet. A shower with very little hot water and had to clean up do dishes at end of stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Penelope, and sorry you were disappointed. Thanks for bringing the running toilet to our attention ... it has been addressed. And, we have not any other complaints from guests about little hot water in the shower, and having to do dishes at the end of the stay. This is a private home, so what would you expect?
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Place

The only issue we had was my wife was uncomfortable and I found it odd that the VRBO listing does not mention this property being "a shared property" as described by the management booklet inside the property. This being a shared property is known only after you have rented (at a 500.00 per night rate). So what happens is you are constantly wondering when and if someone will use and arrive at the cottage in the back. Your stay becomes awkward. VRBO should make it requirement to list "a shared property" in their original listing descriptions. These comments are from prior property owners that rented our properties through VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2025
This is not a shared property in any way, and so sorry for any confusion on that. The owner has a shed in the back yard that is locked with her personal possessions and not available for guest use. Other than that, this is a single family home with off street parking and charming sunny couryard in the back, and steps to the sand at Twin Lakes Beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for pets, nice enclosed backyard. The backyard had an amazing Honeysuckle bush which covered the back wall! It was in bloom and smelled amazing! Also the front deck was perfect for watching sunsets. The front deck was great for watching the harbor with beautiful costal breeze.Walking across the street for coffee and a breakfast treat, a Mexican restaurant with subperb margaritas! Then top that off with the Crow's Nest for Happy Hour Upper Deck. On Wednesday's there is an amazing sailboat regalia! Also great for dog walks and bikerides. Rate this property a 10!
Stayed 32 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Bring your own shower gel and hair products.

Excellent place and location! Perfect for a long weekend. Bath towels were super luxurious! Next time, we will bring our own shower gel and hair products. What was provided seemed watered down and in relatively short supply.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha R.

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

Walk to the beach and restaurants! Fun location.

Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayson V.

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

Perfect small family getaway.

This house was perfect for our small family. The location was perfect, steps to the beach. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We will be staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Jayson! We look forward to hosting your next stay in Santa Cruz.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Winnifred W.

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

Great cottage and location!

Clean, cute, amazing location, on site parking, fenced backyard, soft and fluffy bath towels, comfy bed, smart TV, great front porch and backyard to sit and read/nap. Living room twin bed/sofa situation not too comfy (mattresses have lost their spring), sofa pillows need new covers/cleaning, and need paper towels in kitchen. All over, still a great stay and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals! We have noted your comments and our housekeeping team will work on cleaning the sofa and pillows.

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Beachnest Vacation Rentals offers you the finest assortment of vacation rentals and beach rentals in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for a fun vacation rental for a week-long family reunion, a family and pet-friendly vacation home, or a romantic getaway – the ultimate vacation experience awaits you in sunny Santa Cruz. Our comfortable, well-maintained and fully furnished vacation rentals provide you with a true home-away-from-home and each property is close to all that Santa Cruz County has to offer. Allow us to help customize your Santa Cruz vacation rental with the amenities that are most important to you – from dramatic oceanfront whitewater views to family and pet-friendly properties, we focus on top-notch customer service from the time you begin your initial inquiry, to the time that you check-out – our highest priority is to exceed your expectations.

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