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Beach Lovers Retreat

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A single-story house with a front porch, a small garden, and a clear sky.
A patio with wicker furniture, a blue chair, and potted plants.
A red door with a wreath, a dark door with a sign, and a bench outside.
A dining area with a round table, four wicker chairs, a ceiling fan, and a red door with a wreath.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sunny Cove Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Gas grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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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. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Moran Lake Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Original Ferrell's Donuts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pleasure Pizza - East Side Eatery - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Lovers Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beach Lovers Retreat?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach Lovers Retreat on Jan 17, 2027 start from $592, 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 Beach Lovers Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Lovers Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Lovers Retreat located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Moran Lake Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 300 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, and the living area is a very nice size. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Home was clean, spacious and had everything you need. Loved the yard for my dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved our stay at Beach Lovers’ Retreat. The house has everything you might need and there was a real attention to detail. It was very clean, the beds were lovely, the living room was a perfect hang space and the backyard was really pretty. We had most of our meals out there. I had a few questions and received immediate responses. And to top that all off, there’s a gorgeous beach just a block away. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family and golden retriever had a fabulous time at Beach Lovers Retreat! Warm & inviting home, great space, lots of amenities, perfect beach house vibes. Easy walk to beach that is the most dog friendly of the beaches in Santa Cruz that we've stayed. We really appreciate this rentals hospitality with dog bowls, bedding etc. And going through Beachnest Vacation rentals was as easy, smooth, and responsive as they always are. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house is super cute and comfortable. The neighborhood is so close to everything, even given Santa Cruz traffic! Very quiet, no street noise, just some seals and seagulls which we really enjoyed. Bring your own coffee and fixings though. That was the only thing we didn't know to supply ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2026
Thanks so much for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Lise, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Beach Lovers Retreat in Santa Cruz! We'll make sure we get some coffee stocked for future guests, and hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice 2 bedroom 2 blocks from beach. Nice kitchen and backyard with good bbq.easily sleeps 4. Sofa bed to sleep 2 more most likely very tight . Could use more lighting in dining area. Maybe light bulbs need replacing . We enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent trip this is out third time here. nice house close to beach very pleasant and we always come back! clean house host great all communications was amazing.family and pet friendly and our pets loved it too. we will certainyl be returning.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house was cute and the neighborhood was quiet. The backyard was perfect for our pups and we enjoyed using the fire pit. The beach is a quick walk and the beach was dog friendly and had plenty of space despite it being Memorial Day weekend. The hosts were quick to respond to us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Had everything we needed to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best! Such a nice house, spotless and comfortable. Amazing secluded and green backyard with plenty of lounge chairs and palm trees to stare at. We cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway for my wife & i

Wonderful property, super close to beach will definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 25, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Richard, and we so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Beach Lovers Retreat in Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house that was a super close to the shoreline. Our family walked down to the beach every morning for a walk and at the far end would explore the small tide pool area of the beach. After going to the boardwalk or taking shopping trip to Capitola we would walk back to the beach in the afternoon for some fun in the waves. The house was super nice and clean and was one of the very few we found that was pet friendly. I would for sure recommend this beach house to anyone who wants to go to the Santa Cruz area. We'll most likely be back in years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great two-six beach family rental.

Cozy home a block from two-six beach which was the perfect size for our family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 3, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Curtis! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Beach Lovers Retreat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location.

Daily walks to the beach and a great property made this a wonderful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Rod! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Beach Lovers Retreat in Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Not Much Like It - Great

This house and property was better than advertised and the closeness to the beach couldn't be beat. Gladly would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2024
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Brandon! We hope you'll stay with us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful birthday weekend

Great for dog, good home for cooking, close to city, but also quiet and relaxing with easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 27, 2024
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Dean! We hope you'll stay with us during your next trip to Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best thing about this rental is its great location. Just a block and half walk to the beach (Two-Six Beach), for great waves and surfers to watch. The house has a nice, private backyard and pretty front yard, and the neighborhood is fairly quiet at night. The bed is very comfortable and it was nice to find several frozen freezer packs in the freezer for day trips in the car. Only drawbacks were a shower curtain liner that needs serious cleaning or replacing in the main bathroom, and the water in the second bathroom shower stall is too hot with no way to adjust the temperature. Overall, a good rental!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Santa Cruz Family Vacation

Great location blocks from beach. Clean, spacious house with a nice yard. Lots of extras and details taken care of. Fully stocked kitchen, beach toys and chairs
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, David! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at the Beach Lovers Retreat in Santa Cruz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place so close to the beach!

A absolutely gorgeous home close to everything! This home has every amenity! The homeowners are so easy to work with and have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable! Wish I didn’t have to leave and can’t wait to be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Hi Frances, thank you for the kind words about our Beach House. Just know that you and your family are always welcome to come back. And Georgie, your little pup, will always be welcome too. Linda & Cal
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy Beach Getaway

We just returned home from our lovely three night getaway at this cozy home “Beach Lovers Retreat.” We’ve stayed at this home several times and continue to return due to its easy access to the beach (just a short couple of blocks walking distance), cleanliness of the property, ease of check in and out, and overall comfort of the house. The kitchen is always well stocked for cooking but there are also many close restaurants nearby that we enjoy. Always a pleasure to get a chance to stay at this great vacation rental on the coast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 31, 2024
Thanks so much for your nice feedback, Jill, and thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too expensive for what you get
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice house. but the front door code didn’t work and the hot water didn’t really function that well. Had to be left running forever to heat up. Check out time was confusing as it is listed in the house on the fridge as 11 and in text - strictly at 10. Main bed is so springy that if either person moved the whole bed shakes.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend Away

We stayed at the house with out two young sons and dog, and had such a lovely weekend; we didn't want to leave! The house is very clean and comfortable, and Linda has thought of all the perfect little touches to make it feel like home. We loved all the notes posted around the house to help you find what you need. In addition, the beach is an easy two-block walk away where you can spend the whole day and never get in the car. Everyone had a great time! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2020
Ashley and her family are one of the most perfect guests we've ever had. Thank you for leaving it so clean and easy for us to turn it over for the next guests, even with all the new cleaning requirements due to COVID. I wouldn't hesitate to rent to you and your family again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Post COVID refresher

We (2 adults and our German Shepherd) stayed for 4 nights. This house is just as advertised and more. Best equipped kitchen we've ever seen. There were kid and dog supplies galore. No worries if you forget something as it's probably already there. Our dog took every toy out of the basket to play with. Great location to walk the dog and easy to get to the beach and quick drive to groceries and restaurants. Would definitely stay again if we're headed to Santa Cruz area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
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