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Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach

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A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a comfortable seating area.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, two wall-mounted woven baskets, and bedside lamps.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and three bar stools.
A patio area with a wooden table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a tree with fruit.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sunny Cove Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach

This adorable one bedroom cottage is centrally located in Santa Cruz, one block from Santa Maria beach - a vast sandy stretch of beach for sunset strolls and beach play. The cottage is within walking distance of Starbucks, an amazing italian deli, Sunday Farmer's Market, two taquerias and a great italian restaurant.

The cottage is behind our main home and has a charming, small yard and side entrance. We offer a Cal King Bed, Queen Sofa Sleeper and full kitchen.

The space:
This is a guest cottage behind our home. With beach living, we are all fairly close together (neighbor included). We try and offer as much privacy as possible and please know that noise can travel easily between homes. We ask that you respect quiet hour times.

The full kitchen offers an array of amenities including a Nespresso Coffee Maker, Milk Frother, Toaster/Oven/Air Fryer, Ninja blender, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, full-size oven and cooktop. We offer an array of coffees and tea.

The main bedroom has a Cal King bed and offers a large screen TV and full closet for storage.

The living room has a sofa sleeper that has a queen bed and includes a TV and Sonos system for music or TV.

The bathroom has a tub/shower combo with a jetted tub and handheld shower.

As we live close by, we are happy to provide special requests or offer additional speciality appliances if we have them.

Guest access:
The side yard and the front yard are your small outdoor oasis.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please place the key back in the lockbox. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Santa Cruz County has a strictly enforced noise ordinance – Quiet Hours are between 10:00pm and 8:00am.
Also, we do not allow any gatherings larger than 6 people in our home.
We strictly prohibit the use of fireworks as fireworks are illegal in the County of Santa Cruz.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4585963
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
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 near the beach, this cottage is in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Seabright Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cole's BBQ - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Spot - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach?

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach on Jan 4, 2027 start from $300, 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 Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from an Expansive Beach located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this cottage is steps from Santa Maria's Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Sunny Cove Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Shannon Demma

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I am an interior designer in Santa Cruz and live in the house in front of the rental with my husband and two teenage kids. We built and remodeled both our home and the cottage 20 years ago with a keen attention to detail and craft. We love our home and the neighborhood and hope to share it with our guests.

Why they chose this property

We love our expansive, sandy beach - beach walks and sunsets are the best. Our neighbor has some amazing local restaurants within walking distance along with the Sunday Farmer's Market.

What makes this property unique

The craft put into the home and yard. Every piece of wood and stone was placed with intention and a love of design and building.

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