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Quiet family home Santa Cruz

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet family home Santa Cruz

We are top hosts with a STR permit through the city of Santa Cruz and have never cancelled a traveler so you can book with peace of mind that your booking is secure. Our home is in Midtown Santa Cruz. Close to the Highway, one mile to the beach, 1/2 mile to downtown. We love this quiet neighborhood and its a great place to stay in Santa Cruz!!

Our home is a historic home built in 1865. We have updated it but there are still some quirks to it. The stairs are skinny and slightly uneven in the step and there is a stair between the kitchen area and living room. Ceilings are lower in the upstairs bedrooms and upstairs bath.

There will be all the basic amenities you will need. Beach towels, toys and a few chairs are also provided. If there is something else you may need please let us know!!

-Please park ONLY ONE car on the pavers in the driveway. The pavers are the bricks along side the grass. Do not park in front of the palm tree. Please make sure to LEAVE THE DRIVEWAY CLEAR AT ALL TIMES for the backhouse. Any other vehicles can park on the street.
-The code to the door will be sent 2 days prior to arrival
(Press the Yale logo, wait a few seconds for the keypad to turn on, enter passcode passcode, click the check mark, wait a few seconds and the door should unlock) to lock just press the Yale and it should lock automatically.
-We want you to enjoy your vacation but please remember this is a quiet family neighborhood with working families so please keep the noise down between 10pm-8am. THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE. The neighbors are close so be respectful. If you are loud and disrupt the neighbors they will call the police and you will be asked to leave with no refund.
-If you do smoke we ask if you do it on the front porch with all windows and doors closed and dispose of all butts in the outside garbage on the back porch. If we find garbage or cigarette butts on the property we will charge a extra cleaning fee.
-Air/ heat upstairs in each bedroom heats and cool very quickly. Please make sure the units are turned off when you leave the house. AIR CONDITIONING IS ONLY UPSTAIRS. THE DOWNSTAIRS IS HEAT ONLY.
-The upstairs front bedrooms window is low. If you have kids the window opens from the top down to keep them safe.
-The house only allows up to 6 adults per our short term rental permit. Extra guests will be asked to leave.
-We have a strict no pet policy. Please leave your furry friend at home.
-If you are staying on a Monday night, garbage pickup is Tuesday mornings. Just want to give you a heads up they can be a little loud.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

We have a strict no party rule

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Pets

No pets allowed

Animals are not allowed in the house.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If you so smoke please smoke in the front area.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

You pay a cleaning fee so we don’t expect you to do much. Please treat our home the way you want yours. Rinse the dishes or load up the dishwasher.

If you do start any laundry, please do so with hot water. Pack up any garbage and leave it in the garbage can on the back patio recycling can be bagged up and placed next to the garbage can.

Please make sure you get all your belongings. Please turn off all the lights and turn off the heating and AC. Lock the doors. Send me a quick message letting me know you’re all checked out.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1365081vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We have a strict no party rule
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Bananna Belt, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday 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. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet family home Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet family home Santa Cruz?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet family home Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet family home Santa Cruz?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Quiet family home Santa Cruz located?

Located in Bananna Belt, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ocean Street and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Branciforte Dog Park and Pacific Avenue are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick response from host about any questions
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

samir u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location. We will be staying there again next time when we are in town! Well stocked with kitchen essentials, games, linen, etc. Thx!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great rental for a weekend in Santa Cruz. The house is centrally located and easy to get to. It had everything that we needed and we enjoyed the comfortable living room space. It fit my family of four perfectly with room to spare. We would definitely rent the house again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host easy to communicate with. House had everything you needed. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tawnya m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for weekend stay for local event. Well stocked kitchen, nicely appointed bathrooms and bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and updated appliances and bathrooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was very well stocked and had a big fridge freezer so it was easy to cook for ourselves when we wanted to. We also appreciated the games and cosy living room setup. The kids loved reading in the big chair. Convenient walkable location to Marianne's (and other places). I also enjoyed the easy check in and out procedures and responsive communication with the host. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great Location and property!

We loved our stay! House was clean and in a fantastic location. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara B.

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

Great location in Santa Cruz!

This is our third year in a row staying at Seanna's place. We love that we can walk to great shops and restaurants and the house is clean and nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

Nice place to stay

Good location. Host was helpful when we had issue with tripped fuse.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a spacious, lovely house in a great location in Santa Cruz. The house was clean and comfortable, and the kitchen was well-stocked for cooking. The one thing I'd note is that the linens and pillowcases seemed to be washed with scented detergent, so if you are sensitive to smells and plan to stay here, I would recommend bringing your own pillow. But overall such a wonderful spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2025
Thank you Emilie. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. We use tide and bleach on all our linens. No fabric softener. Just for other future guests to know. This is the first time I have heard that they have a fragrance. We will take note. Thanks!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

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

Great Santa Cruz getaway

Perfect in-town location; clean property; easy fun for the family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon S.

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

Santa Cruz

It was a great location to explore Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay area. House was lovely, we very much enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle T.

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

Great stay for our family

Was a great place to stay in SC. Maybe some of the dishes/kitchen items could use an upgrade and carpet needs a wash or change out but overall we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed the house. We do have a new carpet being installed after the busy summer months end. And we did just have the carpets cleaned 6 months ago. As far as kitchen items. We replace all old items every year. So I am sorry it wasn’t up to your standard. We have never had any complaints. Only people happy with how much we provide.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel K.

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

Beautiful Santa Cruz

We really enjoyed our visit to Santa Cruz. Nice spot to relax in, and the house was in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy C.

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

Annual Trip with Our Grandkids

We had a wonderful stay! The location was close to the boardwalk and walking distance to a neighborhood park. Located in a very quiet neighborhood. Very clean and comfortable, perfect for our family trip. Would definitely recommend! We’d love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2025
Thank you much!! We love that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Carl B.

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

Banana belt stay.

Relatively quiet in a nice neighborhood close to downtown SC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

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

Ladies weekend

We enjoyed our time in Santa Cruz
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel G.

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

Perfect place to stay in Santa Cruz!!!

The home was amazing! It was very clean and had everything we needed. The location is perfect, central to many shops and outdoor activities!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, well maintained unit. Owner communicated well and usefully. No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake P.

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

Great Place To Stay!

Thanks for letting us stay at your place Seanna! Good communication, clean, up to date, and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

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

Weekend get-away

Great spot to stay in Santa Cruz! Great location and great house. Check in was easy and Seanna was very responsive. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2022
Thanks Blake!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Santa Cruz

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Great time in Santa Cruz

The property is very cute and just as described. Owner was super responsive to a couple of quick questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Perfect stay for the Synthesis Retreat

The property was exactly as advertised. It was above our expectations in well equiped kitchen and facilities. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Seanna Schantz

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We bought this property 15v years ago. We have recently built a new house on the property so we decided to rent the old house. The rental home is one of the oldest home in Santa Cruz. Built in 1865!!

Why they chose this property

This property is the best location for travelers. Right by the highway, downtown and the beach!! We are in a nice quiet neighborhood.

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