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2 Bd/1 Ba Cabana W Hot Tub/ Bikes/ Amenities. Walk To Boardwalk, Beaches

Vacation home with kitchen, near Monterey Bay

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Exterior detail
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 Bd/1 Ba Cabana W Hot Tub/ Bikes/ Amenities. Walk To Boardwalk, Beaches

Santa Cruz Vacation Rental Permit# 18-0174
Welcome to the Santa Cruz Cabana! This is a cozy beach cottage is on a quiet downtown street and has a huge backyard and many amenities. The house includes a hot tub, beach cruisers, wet suits, body boards and much more. The Cabana is located a stone's throw from downtown Santa Cruz and the Warriors basketball arena, and is walking distance to the Boardwalk, The Wharf, Cowell's beach, West cliff drive, The Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary Museum, and Depot Park and Soccer field. It is a short walk to favorite local restaurants like The Saturn Cafe, Zachary's, and Hula's Island Grill.

The house has 2 bedrooms, a living room with a queen sofa bed, a dining area/bar, a fully stocked kitchen, a large outdoor patio with grill, outdoor seating, a hot tub, hammock and Tiki bar. Includes high speed WiFi, a flat screen TV with Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, etc. It is a fully stocked house which includes all towels, linens, paper products etc. We include beach amenities such as beach towels, chairs, umbrella, wagon, cooler, boogie boards, various wet suits, and 4 adult beach cruisers.

Come stay with us and explore this beautiful county. Santa Cruz is famous for surfing and the boardwalk, but Santa Cruz is also blessed with more state parks than any other county in California, has 29 miles of beaches, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails through magnificent redwoods, one of the oldest wine growing regions in the state, incredible fresh seafood and abundant local organic produce and a farmer's market every day of the week. Ride a bike through wine country, paddle with the sea otters and sea lions, go whale watching or fishing for salmon or halibut. Ride the roller coasters, catch a wave, touch a 1000 year-old redwood tree, or just walk on the beach. Whatever your favorite activity is, you can likely find it in Santa Cruz.

See our other rental at vrbo #478294
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
No pets on furniture. Extra cleaning fee may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off all electronics, leave all remote controls near the TVs. Close and lock all windows and doors. Place used towels on the bathroom floor. Make sure the hot tub cover is closed.
Turn off propane if you used the grill.
Place the keys back inside the key box AND SPIN THE NUMBERS. Have a safe journey home!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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
Property Registration Number OWN18-0174

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪De La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mission Hill Creamery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sesame Korean Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Bd/1 Ba Cabana W Hot Tub/ Bikes/ Amenities. Walk To Boardwalk, Beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Bd/1 Ba Cabana W Hot Tub/ Bikes/ Amenities. Walk To Boardwalk, Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Bd/1 Ba Cabana W Hot Tub/ Bikes/ Amenities. Walk To Boardwalk, Beaches?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 Bd/1 Ba Cabana W Hot Tub/ Bikes/ Amenities. Walk To Boardwalk, Beaches located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 322 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 322 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sheena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Loved the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent time at this property, it was in a great location and was very comfortable. Would stay here again / would recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house. Had what we needed. And in a great location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, beautiful location, it had everything we could need!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The hot tub was our favorite part. The game room left much to be desired.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute comfortable clean house on quiet street. Great location. Easy walk to restaurants, beach and boardwalk. Large backyard with hot tub, hammock and nice area to hang out, read, play cards…House comfortable and clean. Definitely plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madeleine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great facilities, especially the games room, hot tub, beach equipment and bikes. A handy location for the beach, shops and main sites.We enjoyed our stay in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it - as always. It was our third year of celebrating my birthday with my 2 daughters and we felt like we were coming "home." Only thing we couldn't find were hot pads which would have been useful. Thanks again. We'll be back next November!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cozy darling place with many comforts & conveniences in & around the home We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well appointed property with great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is small, ideal for 2-4 people. We were able to host family members (who stayed at a motel) for a Thanksgiving dinner by making it casual, and we enjoyed our time there very much. It is very well-appointed with bikes, surfboards, and beach toys as well as a foosball table and hot tub. The back yard is large and secure, great for our little doggie. The location is perfect; you can walk to the boardwalk area beach as well as downtown Santa Cruz. The house is over 125 years old and has been maintained, but it is still old (don’t expect perfection), yet charming. Overall, we and our family members did enjoy our time there very much. I do recommend bringing kitchen towels and hot pads as there weren’t any available. There were plenty of bath and beach towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most excellent! Perfect for our family! Loved the back yard for an evening hang! Super comfy beds! We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerritt P.

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

115 Cedar St

Great little place to stay for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten A.

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

Perfect location with great outdoor space to hang out

This is the second time we have stayed at this house and we plan on returning again next year. The house is very cute and the backyard is even better. We loved making use of the hot tub and other backyard amenities. The location is akso perfect with easy access to both the beach and downtown. In addition, the hosts are very responsive to any questions/concerns we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindi M.

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

Wonderful beach bungalow

We loved our stay here! Such a cozy spot and super clean. Great location close to everything!! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

The best!!

We had an awesome time and the pictures of this house did not do it justice!! It’s great and rare when things are better than the pics!! Everything we needed was provided!!Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chalio G.

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

Perfect getaway. Hidden gem!

Amazing !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skylar M.

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

Great little cabana

The house was very clean and well maintained. The back yard is beautiful and was used quite a bit. Having access to the extras like beach chairs,a cooler, sand toys ,wet suits, etc. were a fantastic addition and really helped while we were out and about. The location is great, easy access to everything we needed. We would highly recommend and stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

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

Great visit

Location and amenities were great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family stayed here over a holiday weekend while attending a wedding. The property is conveniently located and loaded with anything you might need. I was unable to locate the iron (it was hiding under some blankets , but exactly where it was supposed to be). The property owned ran an iron right over to us! Thank you!! My only negative was that we could have used another mirror in the house for getting ready for our event, but it worked out just fine. I would love to stay at this property again while visiting Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Happy Getaway

We enjoyed our Santa Cruz getaway. The house was close to everywhere that we wanted to visit, so we walked alot. Enjoyed that very much! House was clean, and stocked with items that we needed for a comfortable experience. Neighborhood was quiet and relaxing. Nice hot tub, comfortable beds. All good!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Long time visitors

We choose the Cabana because it is close to everything, comfortable and always tidy. We’ve returned every year for almost a decade.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S., Folsom

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

Cute Cabana Plus!!

Great times in a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Nicely organized home with great yard

I thought everything was very organized and easy to understand at this VRBO, and lots of helpful beach items in the shed. It was a seamless experience checking in, figuring out how everything worked, etc. We loved the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Great house and location

We had a great time at this property, the house and backyard were perfect for our stay. Location was key, right downtown and walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul & Kate Winkler

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Our family moved to Santa Cruz years ago looking for a nice place to settle down and raise our daughter. Having lived in the big city for decades (San Francisco and Chicago), we wanted a tightly knit community, with all of the amenities of a big city, and of course a killer location. We couldn't be any happier. Santa Cruz is amazing.

Why they chose this property

We have a child and know how difficult and expensive it can be to travel with kids and the logistics of getting a family to the beach and back with all the required equipment. So, we wanted to provide a family friendly place for people to come and experience all of the great things in Santa Cruz while providing everything you need for a day at the beach and a wagon to stuff it all in for the walk. We are walking distance to Cowell's beach, the Boardwalk, the Wharf, West cliff drive and downtown. We have provided all of the fun amenities that a rental should have for families (bikes, boogie boards, wet suits, beach chairs, hot tub, etc). All of this for the cost of a hotel room with much more to offer.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location! Huge back yard and tons of amenities!

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