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Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location!

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Exterior
private master bedroom balcony
Interior
Living area
Master Bedroom with California King and private balcony

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location!

Beach home built with high-end construction & quality craftsmanship. Ideal vacation home located in just the right spot, featuring hardwood floors throughout the main level, cathedral ceiling, 3 bedrooms, 2 and a 1/2 baths, whole house audio, custom granite/ stainless kitchen, master bathroom with jetted tub, walk-in shower, dual sinks, beautiful outdoor shower, plus finished basement and finished garage. Private rear yard perfect for entertaining. Covered front porch and balcony.

You can't help but smile when you arrive and know that any direction you head is the right choice. The beach is in front of you, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to your right, the mountains behind you, and the harbor and Aldo's Restaurant to your left. Relax and enjoy the perfect destination.

Pack light because we have done our best to anticipate your needs. Wetsuits, boogie boards, surf boards, beach gear, wagon, cooler, etc. are available for use. Comcast high speed internet, fully stocked kitchen. The house is set up for your enjoyment. Use the 4 cruiser bikes to bike along the coast and explore.

Monterey Bay Aquarium, San Francisco, or the redwoods are a pretty drive. The redwoods are pretty close.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start a load of towels in the washer. This helps the cleaners get done for the next guests
Lock all three doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Enjoy yourself

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
This property uses solar energy
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

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 Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seabright Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocean Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location! ?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location! on Apr 17, 2026 start from $491, 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 Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Home! Great Beach! Great Location! located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.2 mi (3.5 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. 155 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a great location. This home had everything we needed and incredibly clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
host welcoming...well stocked with premium supplies...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this home. It's location is perfect for us; near the beach and all our favorite places. The host was very responsive when we had questions. There's plenty of space. The outside area seems like it would be wonderful in the summer. We were here in the winter so didn't spend time just sitting outside.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and so comfortable! In a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to multiple, wonderful coffee shops! Beach is within view at the end of the street where it was nice for a walk. The rooms were well-appointed and enjoyed the family area for watching television together. Definitely will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara H.

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

Perfect home in the perfect location

AMAZING home in the perfect location! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is clean and comfort. Our host is friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our family vacation very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyanne R.

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

Awesome location and great host!

We love this neighborhood and the house fit our family perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Fantastic property

This is a fantastic property with a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke T.

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

Great vacation spot

The house is well stocked with beach equipment and very comfortable. You can’t beat the location short walk to boardwalk and harbor.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefani L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at this home and can’t recommend it enough. It’s just a few houses from the beach, yet what stood out most was how comfortable and inviting it felt. Every detail and amenity was thoughtfully provided, even a white-noise machine in the master bedroom, which was such a pleasant surprise. We would absolutely stay here again and give it our highest recommendation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A nice long weekend

We enjoyed our stay so close to the beach. Our family had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

California trip

Perfect location
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha H.

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

Really cute beach house

Very nice house with all the amenities of what you would need for a lovely stay at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

Awesome Stay

The property was spacious, in a lovely neighborhood, and Glenn was responsive and friendly throughout the entire process. 10/10 recommend, this was an awesome stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg l.

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

Perfect Stay

Fantastic property and location. The owners are extremely responsive and have fastidiously labeled and documented everything. The garage is well stocked with bikes and beach supplies. Walkable to the boardwalk, beach, market, and a few restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is beautiful and access to entering home and settling in easy. Host very informative of home and places to go for everything. Pictures on website does not do the home any justice. It's perfect for for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda B.

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

Great spot

Well stocked and efficiently designed
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rain M.

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

Santa Cruz

Amazing host and beautiful home. I would recommend to folks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen P.

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

Location, location, location

This was a great home base for our family of 6 adults. It's within walking distance to restaurants and a great beach. Communication with the owner was easy and always very timely. Would highly recommend this house!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home has so many fine touches that they are impossible to list! The millwork, HVAC, multi-room audio system, countertops and paint details make it look like the home was designed to be the owners' residence rather than just a vacation rental.Glenn, the owner, has thought of every detail and documented them all in an excellent notebook about the home. He was proactive at communicating before our arrival and during our stay. One of the top VRBOs we've stayed at!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dulcey R.

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

Lovely stay at Seabright

We love Seabright and this house was perfect for our needs. The location is pretty optimal and we appreciated how well appointed the space was. Thank you! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Navone C.

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

The Beach house

Our family enjoyed our stay here. It was very clean and it is as described. A walk to the beach and a very short drive to Capitola. The owner was very pleasant, easy to get a hold of. Great place ! Will stay again !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loralyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were here for our son's graduation from UC Santa Cruz. The house was perfect! We loved how convenient everything was- the ocean, the boardwalk, the warf, and the sea lions! Our kids loved the bikes too. We found the house to be clean and the communication was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Perfect beach house

We were able to gather family from nearby and far away over the course of a week. We came to appreciate the floor plan because it provided nice spaces for privacy and spaces to gather for football or kid TV. Hope we can return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Great place for a beach vacation

Wonderful primary bedroom suite, basement finished with bunk beds, additional bedroom, bathroom, laundry, and separate TV room. A block from the beach, a short walk from the big Boardwalk amusement park. Garage is converted to a storage/ man cave with couches, TV, wet suits, bikes, and beach stuff. This place was perfect for my daughter and two boys to enjoy Santa Cruz beaches and visit the Monterey aquarium.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Aby

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As a child we would get in the station wagon and head to Santa Cruz. We loved those trips. When I met the woman I wanted to marry we often went to the beach, and enjoyed it together. We liked it so much we made it part of our wedding weekend and invited the guests to a bonfire at the beach near this home. Our family has made the drive over the hill numerous times to spend many special days at the beach.

Why they chose this property

We looked for almost a year to find a beach house that met all our desires. We now know Santa Cruz neighborhoods well. The neighborhood is great and everything is so close. It does one's soul good to come to Santa Cruz.

What makes this property unique

If you have an electric car we have a 240 volt charger. The charger has a J1772 connection.

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