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Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun!

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Sunny Cove beach just 100 yard walk from our front door.
Boardwalk is just 7 min drive from us! New "Dream Wheel" + other new rides 2024!
Aerial view: Sunny Cove beach & our neighborhood
California king size bed. Spacious master with room for portable crib. Smart TV
Entrance to front courtyard

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun!

Permit #211346. 100 yards to the beach! Sleeps 6 people + 4 children under age eight. Located on 16th Ave., between downtown Capitola and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, situated to take advantage of all the great attractions Santa Cruz area has to offer. 100 yard walk to Sunny Cove beach!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!
WALK to Starbucks, restaurants (Aloha Grill, Microbrewery, Lago Di Como, Taqueria, Windmill Cafe and more!) Sunday Farmers Market, Black Point Market Deli and some of the best beaches in Santa Cruz! Beautiful, upscale neighborhood.
BEACHES a short walking distance: The house has easy access to three popular beaches one of which, Sunny Cove Beach, is less than 100 yards from our front door. SUNNY COVE is known as the best boogie boarding beach in Santa Cruz!
Black's beach, Twin Lakes, Santa Maria's beach (19th Ave) and 21st Ave beach.
Crow's Nest restaurant @ The Harbor beach and Pleasure Pt beaches are less than a mile away. Slightly longer, but doable walk.

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Downtown Capitola are both 3 miles away offering fun, food and shopping! Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor is less than a mile away offering kayak & paddle board rentals or dining at the Crow's Nest with Harbor views.
Nisene Marks State Park is a short 15 min drive and ideal for biking and hiking. Don't forget about the great Santa Cruz Mountain Wineries available for tours and tasting all year long.

This well laid out, 1500 sq ft single family home sleeps 6 adults and 4 children. This three bedroom* two bathroom beach house is located in a beautiful, quiet, upscale neighborhood and is ideal for a family vacation. Added features include an enclosed atrium complete with an indoor BBQ and a wet bar. The garage is always the center of activity with a pool table, foosball table, and a 22 ft. vintage shuffleboard table. The backyard has a hot and cold outdoor shower for getting the sand off after a day at the beach. Courtyard in front of the house is perfect for afternoon BBQ and cocktails.

3 BEDROOM* / 2 BATH:
BEDROOM 1 - king size bed
BEDROOM 2 - king size bed
*BEDROOM 3 / LIVINGROOM - queen size futon & full-size futon. Pocket doors convert this room into a third bedroom.
FAMILY ROOM - full size futon
FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN: Oven, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, cookware, dinnerware, utensils
GAME ROOM/garage: vintage shuffleboard, billard/pool table, foosball
AMENITIES: Digital Cable HD TV, Netflix (available if you have an account), wireless internet access, DVD, CD music player, Phone, full laundry, charcoal, and gas BBQs, heated outdoor shower.
BABY & KIDS' items including high chair, pack n play, toys, puzzles, books, movies.
PARKING: Driveway fits two SUVs.
***NO animals* & NO smoking. No exceptions. Evidence of either will result in forfeit of deposit. *Owner has severe asthma and allergies.
***6 adults and 4 children (age 7 and under) max occupancy.
Quiet hours 10PM - 8AM. Please limit noise and music during these county regulated hours
We are a licensed vacation rental: County of Santa Cruz TOT Certificate #CO00023
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Sleeps 10 Lots of toys, games, books for all ages
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Events

No events allowed
Small gatherings ok, no loud / large parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If evidence found, entire deposit forfeited.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
TRASH day is Monday.Put all bins out to curb Sunday.Put additional bags next to sidedoor. Trash put in green bin may result in $50 fee. $85 fee collected if trash,recycle & yard bins aren't taken out.
FURNITURE & TV cords return to orignial spots. HDMI cords unplugged for gaming, make sure to put back exactly as it was AND ensure TV is viewable again. DISHES: Don't leave dirty dishes sink please.
LAUNDRY: Please start laundry with one load in dryer and one in the wash machine. Start with towels first please. Detergent is in cabinet next to microwave. Do not overload the wash machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO PARTIES / Observe Noise Ordinance: Quiet hours are10PM - 8AM No loud noise/music,parties, etc. Any noise citation fees will passed to renter.
PLUMBING:TP only. No tampons/pads, paper towels, flushable wipes, kleenex in toilets. No bones, potatoes, seafood/egg shells, pits/peels in disposal.
SAND: Please use front/back yard hoses or outdoor shower to remove sand (or brush off sand) before entering the house or returning beach gear garage.

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Small gatherings ok, no loud / large parties
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
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
Property Registration Number 211346

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 scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Harbor Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Point Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun!?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun! on May 18, 2026 start from $553, 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 Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Sunny Cove Beach! Boardwalk, WiFi, Starbucks, Restaurants, Family Fun! located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach, Sunny Cove Beach, and Lincoln Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to be for a little getaway! Close to the beach, a spectacular Italian market and downtown. We had everything we needed to relax and enjoy time with friends. Loved the farmers market across the street Sunday morning! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a great stay here. We loved being so close to Sunny Cove Beach and Balefire Brewing. The kitchen had everything that we needed to cook at the house. The game room was the best, top notch pool table and shuffle board. The host was prompt and friendly with all of our communication. This is a great location to stay in Santa Cruz if you want to be close to just about anywhere.Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay here. Property has lots of wonderful inside and outside spaces. Walkable to beaches and restaurants. Couldn’t ask for anything more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely Property

We had a great time! The house is in a great location and has everything needed. We loved having the games in the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean, orderly and well stocked with dishes linens, etc. Carrie was very good communication, checked on us through the stay, and was super responsive. There were a few small items that could improve, but overall, a great place to hang when not at the beach. A nice little home steps from the beach, and a cool back story. A little bit of California history.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie E.

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

Memories In Santa Cruz Calif

We had a great time We had a mini reunion with relatives that lived near our stay We loved that everything was real close Loved the beaches so close too And the sunny days were an added suprise cause it had been dreary and rainy the days before Thank you Carrie for your great hostesing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

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

Thanksgiving

Great location with a variety of charming features at this home. We enjoyed the local beaches, brewery and the farmers market with our family!! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Perfect!

We were looking for a quick family getaway to Santa Cruz and were so lucky to find this house. It was clean, close to the beach, spacious and the game room was a huge bonus. We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very cozy and gave my adult kids a nostalgic feeling—it reminded them of visiting their grandparents’ home when they were younger.The house is much bigger than it appears in the pictures. There’s a living room area with two futon sofas and a total of five beds, which was perfect for our family of six. The space was roomy, and we never felt like we were on top of each other. Everyone had room to spread out and enjoy their own time.We loved the kitchen—it was well stocked with appliances and tools. A huge plus was that all the cabinets were labeled, making it easy to find everything. That was honestly one of the best features!The garage was a lot of fun, with a pool table, foosball table, and a shuffleboard table. My kids and husband spent a lot of time playing pool and had a great time.The location was also excellent. Everything was close by, and all the activities and restaurants we visited were only about 10–20 minutes away.Overall, this property is a perfect place for a getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

EXCELLENT

Great location. Garage room was tons of fun... good teens and adults alike. Lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prachi N.

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

Perfect Family Stay in Santa Cruz

We had a wonderful Spring Break stay in Ansel's Getaway. The house is perfect for a family with kids. It is well stocked and clean. We enjoyed the game room everyday! The location is ideal and walking distance to many beaches, grocery and lovely farmers market. Carrie is a wonderful host and is very thoughtful and responsive. We would go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhea R.

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

Cozy - Fully Stocked Home

Has everything you need for your family. Game room, board games, clean rooms, fully stocked cabinets with towels, shampoo/conditioner, pots/pans, utensils, spices. Perfect getaway home. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James s.

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

Exceptional

Property was great. Good central location for what we had planned. Game room was fun to come home to at night. Awesome trip. Property manager’s communication was great, thanks Carrie.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

Perfect for our family

We loved it!! The location was great. We went to Capitola, Moss Landing, and Santa Cruz boardwalk. We had 5 adults and plenty of room. Don’t miss out on the farmers market every Sunday from 9 to 1:00. So many pastries, organic produce, and yummy food. Carrie was available to communicate with and very helpful. We hope to be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ah F.

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

Comfy home in a great location

We greatly enjoyed our stay at Ansel's Getaway over Christmas! The house is well-appointed with all the games you could want and a nice TV. Comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen with any item you might need for cooking as well. Our only suggestion would be to have a heating source in the garage/game room, as it can be quite chilly in there at night. Carrie is responsive and a gracious host. The location close to beaches, great restaurants and the wonderful Balefire Brewery. Overall we highly recommend staying at this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Endless possibilities

House and location had something for every age range. Sand and toys were close for the 9yr old, Boardwalk and Starbucks for the teenagers, all the games (pool table, schuffle board, foozball for the adults (and kids). And for me at 77, a little time to just watch the ocean. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paco F.

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

Family from out of town.

The house was literally the most well appointed rental I have ever had. From the towels, coffee filters, first aid, games, etc etc. literally didnt have to pick up anything other than food to cook. Super clean and functional. Really well kept up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

janelle v.

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

Great Location

Loved the location! Loved everything about it, except for the beds were like sleeping on a sheet of plywood. Nothing a simple mattress topper couldn't fix, though. Owner is easy to work with, and even let us keep our car parked in the driveway after we checked so we could enjoy the beach for the day, which is a super short walk from the house! We will stay here again and again if the mattress's get comfortable tops on them.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Great Location and Fun Space

We had a great time at Ansel's Getaway! Pros: *Awesome location to walk to Sunny Cove and the Farmer's Market (plus Starbucks, Hawaiian Restaurant etc.) and quick drive to Boardwalk and downtown. *Giant picnic table out front for lovely al fresco meals with everyone at the same table. *Game room with pool, shuffle board (my favorite!) and foosball; and kids toys inside. *Fan in family room heavenly when the temps climbed. *Great TV to watch the Warriors clinch the NBA Finals! *Parking passes for 2 cars. Great for parking at the house and also at local beaches that require the same passes! Notes: *The kitchen and bathrooms appear to be original, i.e. not an updated home, which was fine with us, but just set your expectations there.... *More than one key to the house would be great b/c people may be doing different things and want access to lock up/enter the house separately, and the lock box is a b***h to open! *A table/tables in the game room would be great to set beverages!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ColleenRose M.

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

added BONUS!

besides Carrie being the most welcoming owner ever, there was so much to applaud about her home...Starbucks is literally next door - well 1 1/2 blocks away - but still the beauty of early mornings at the coast when its still dewey and you can stroll to get coffee is a perk...sundays there is a farmers market ACROSS THE STREET that has honey, kombucha, French pastries, Italian pastries, full coffee bar, fresh pasta and sauces, flowers, produce and the list goes on...you can either walk to two great beaches...one is secluded and cozy the other great for boogie boarding and sand games...the corner market has anything you could need from local vendors along with homemade Mexican delights...but the house...airy and homey...a sunroom you can drink that lovely morning coffee and eat your pastries...three full sized futons that fold out...two bedrooms tucked away for privacy...loved the pocket doors that gave an extra amount of privacy and kept sound out for sleepers...the kitchen has anything you'd need to cook away from home...large tvs that had all your apps you use at home to watch your shows...but the garage...lets dwell on the garage...a full sized bar quality old fashioned shuffleboard, a gorgeous pool table and foosball table...old radio on the wall for just enough music you can all sing to...open the garage door to watch the world go by and get that afternoon cross breeze you'll be longing for...if youre lucky you'll see the Capitola Fire Dept go by on their rounds and wave
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

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

Great place near the beach in Santa Cruz

We were here celebrating the 93rd birthday for my father-in-law. This place was very conveniently located and was a great place for his birthday dinner. The kitchen was well stocked with essentials and there was a perfect outdoor table for the eight of us. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teree U.

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

Family fun in Santa Cruz

Carrie was very easy to communicate with & the house was a perfect layout for grandparents down to the toddler. Fresh, clean, spacious; yet privacy available. Backyard was wonderful for play, atrium was sunny & bright and well equipped and the beach was perfect for sand play as well as boogie boarding. Three generations all had a super terrific time and no one wanted to leave!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

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

Great location!

We had a great stay and really appreciated that the home had so many children's books and toys!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lee s.

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

Sunny Cove getaway

Great place, close to beach and conveniences. Perfect for 2 families. Game room was very cool!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merry C.

We Loved Ansel’s Getaway

We wished we could have stayed longer and taken full advantage of everything Ansel’s Hideaway had to offer. From the brightly colored Adirondack chairs in front, to the cheery sunroom, the pool table, fuse ball, shuffleboard in the garage, board games, high end TVs, a beach within walking distance, great WiFi, there was a good time to be had by everyone in our party. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Carrie Walton

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We are a group of three families & long time friends that purchased the house together. Water sports enthusiasts, we can't get enough of Santa Cruz! Santa Cruz is a second home away from our real lives in Silicon Valley.
We are happy to share our beach home with you and your family!

Why they chose this property

We love Sunny Cove beach and the wonderful neighborhood! House is comfortably laid out, many conveniences and attractions close by. House's unique history appealed to us. Named after Ansel Adams as he was one of the friends of the original owner. The two friends worked at a local tannery (making camera cases of course!) and often smoked cigars in the basement. We like to think that Ansel's creative spirit still lives on in the home.

What makes this property unique

Can't beat walking to the beach with young kids and avoiding the traffic on highway 17! Steps away from one of the best (if not THE best!) boogie boarding beach in Santa Cruz.

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