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WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ

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A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a bench.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, a vanity with a mirror, and a sofa.
A living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, a television, and a sofa.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Seabright Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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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 on a lake. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seabright Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪California Wraps - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Original Ferrell's Donuts - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ on Nov 15, 2026 start from $636, 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 WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WANT TO GET AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS BUT DON’T WANT TO GO FAR, COME TO SANTA CRUZ located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach and Harbor Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.3 mi (2 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. 219 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 227 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect. The home was very comfortable and well appointed. We will be back the next time we are in Santa Cruz!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2026
So glad the house worked well for you. We try to have the house well stocked so you don’t need to run to the store when you get there. Please come again and stay longer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay at this Santa Cruz beach house! Everything was thoughtfully prepared and nicely stocked, making our stay comfortable and easy. We really appreciated the attention to detail—it felt like the hosts had thought of everything. We would happily stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on Oct 27, 2026
So glad the house worked well for your family and those runn the marathon. Having a well stocked house makes it feel more like home. Please come again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a nice place and we enjoyed our time here. My slight downgrade is for value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2026
I am so glad you had such a wonderful stay and were able to show your out of town friend the beautiful area of Santa Cruz. Please come again and stay longer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with plenty of space for two families. Host was very easy to get in touch with when I had questions. Close to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 7, 2026
TThank you for your review. I’m glad the house worked for you and the other family. Yes walking distance to the beach is a nice feature of the house. Please come again and stay longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with great beach location. We enjoyed the setting and the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this space for our family! We were able to split the place between two families with multiple little kids and we felt so comfortable the whole time. The indoor-outdoor space was so nice. Everything was very clean, and there were no strong fragrance smells like we’ve had in some vacation rentals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very communicative and helpful. The house and neighborhood are great. The kitchen is well stocked. We had a wonderful time in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2026
I am so glad you and your friends had such a wonderful time. I think our stocked kitchen is one of the attractive features of the house, who wants to bring their entire kitchen when they are only going to be there for a few days! Come again and stay longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communications with host were easy and clear. House was as described, very clean, and instructions/labels were clear. Lovely home and patio area. Lots of natural light. Hard floors throughout. House had everything needed for a multi-generational family vacation (2 kids less than 3 up to grandparents in their 70s/80s). The master bedroom/bathroom along with main living area on the ground floor were especially great for our group.Our toddler enjoyed taking the wagon on the short walk to the beach and playing with the sand bucket/shovel. The high chair was also a huge plus!We were on a short trip so we didn’t cook, but the large dining table was great for eating takeout. Deke’s Market a few blocks down was great for getting sandwiches for a picnic lunch.We would certainly recommend this home and would stay again ourselves. We had no issues during our two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2026
Thanks for the fabulous review. Unfortunate that you had stormy weather while you were here. Please come again and stay longer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maureen's place was wonderful for our family! We loved hanging out on the patio, and even had dinner out there one of the nights. The kitchen is well-stocked, and the bedrooms were spacious and had plenty of storage space. The room with the twin beds would be best for children, as my adult son (who is 5'9") found the bed to be a bit short and uncomfortable for him. We loved the location, as it was walking distance to several restaurants and the beach! We enjoyed many of the amenities (and wished we had time to use the hot tub!). We will definitely try to book this home again when we return to Santa Cruz!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and comfortable to stay in. We didn’t use the hot tub/bbq but it looked nice. Beds comfy. Kitchen very well stocked!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2026
So glad you had a comfortable stay while attending a wedding in the area. Please come again and stay longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and my family loved the central location to all the things that interested them. The hot tub was utilized every night. We did not use the BBQ but would next time we come.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 5, 2026
I am so glad the house and location worked well for you. Yes the hot tub is definitely a nice feature after spending all day out and about or if the weather is a little cooler. Please come again and stay longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! Everything was clean and comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2026
I am so glad you and your friends had such a wonderful time. The weather was better than expected which I am sure made your trip even more enjoyable. Come again and stay longer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a beach getaway -So comfortable and tucked away in a quiet neighborhood next to the beach. Very nicely appointed and the hot tub is a nice perk! Well definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 27, 2026
Thanks for the wonderful review. Glad to see our guests returning to the property. Please come again and stay longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and property were exceptional—fresh-smelling, impeccably clean, and perfectly cozy. It was also thoughtfully stocked with all the amenities we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and space for our group. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2025
I am so glad you guys had a wonderful time. We think the location is one of the best features of the house, easy to get around town. Please come again and stay longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a perfect location. Easy walk to a lot of our favorite places. Very comfy beds and couches made it easy to feel right at home. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maureen was a wonderful host who was responsive and provided clear, detailed information. You can tell she really cares for her home. The house was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. We enjoyed the hot tub, and it was a nice bonus having beach chairs and towels, as well as streaming services, available for guests to use! The location was excellent in a quiet neighborhood and close to everywhere we wanted to go. We had a great stay and would definitely come back. Thanks Maureen!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Santa Cruz and this was the perfect place for our family of 5 to stay. Had everything we needed and was a true home from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this stay was easy, and the place was worth every penny. It was conveniently located within 20 minutes of the Boardwalk and Capitola, and walking distance to the beach. We had a wonderful vacation with this as our homebase.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 30, 2025
I am so glad your family had such a wonderful time during the holidays. Thank you for the kind review and I hope you come back when you can stay longer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! A few blocks to the ocean / beach. So much to do in the area amazing food! The home was perfect. Communication was perfect. Clean!! Quiet neighborhood. Perfect place for families to enjoy the Santa Cruz area. Book it!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2026
I am so glad you had such a wonderful trip in Santa Cruz. The weather was perfect for you guys. Yes we hope that the house has what the renters need and want and we love the location. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was very convenient to many local things to do, places to see and good places to eat. The home was beautiful and provided extraordinary amenities..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2025
I am so glad you had such a wonderful time with your family. I know you live close, but it’s great to get away and have a little staycation. Please come again and stay longer next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at the property for 2 weeks. The house was as pictured/described. It was very clean and nicely appointed and well stocked with the basics and a few nice extras! It's easy to feel at home right away. The kitchen was especially nicely equipped with all the small appliances, cookware, utensils, bakeware, etc. needed for cooking and BBQing (we only ate out a few times). The garage was stocked with beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels, beach wagon and sand toys which was much appreciated. The house is a short walk to the beach so we definitely used the beach items. The hot tub was great - very clean and a nice feature after a long day! Lastly, the host was great and very responsive on any communication. I would definitely recommend this property and look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2026
I am so glad you had such an enjoyable time at our property and got to explore the area like locals since you had an extended stay. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun place

Close to the Harbor , enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for a low key weekend and everything was so clean it felt like the cleaners had just left. The host was super accommodating, communicative and friendly making the stay even better. It was a short walk to the beach and close in proximity to the boardwalk!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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