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Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown

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A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a red chair. There is a small table with a lamp and a window with blinds.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a workspace.
A single-story house with a number 943 on the side, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a wooden fence.
A garden with a paved path, a round table, and two green chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • 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.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown

Blonde ash floors, clerestory windows and a modern feel to this clean, contemporary one story studio. Beautiful Maple bed with McCroskey mattress. Contemporary kitchen with Thermador cooktop and microwave/convection oven..(NOTE! there is NO disposal and food waste must not be put down the drain!) No outside appliances, no sporting equipment, including bikes inside. ( There is a gate and suspended rack for bikes outside)>
Modern Saarinen dining table and 4 brightly colored Italian chairs. Aarto cart. Great sound system with both a CD player and tail for your iPod. Internet connection. Bath has a shower only. All linens supplied. Outside table and chairs on patio. I love that I live only a couple of blocks to Arana Gulch and then down to the Walton Lighthouse and Seabright beach. We have great restaurants and coffee shops ( La Posta, Tramonte, Midway, Charlie Hong Kong, Verve) nearby as well as Shoppers Corner and Staff of life grocery stores and a whole foods, too! Kuumbwa Jazz club downtown as well as the Rio Theatre are great venues for music!
The City of Santa Cruz requires that I collect a 14% TOT tax from any occupants staying less than 30 days.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Not suitable for young children.
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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
Il n'est pas permis de fumer. NO SMOKING.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Hi, please leave the sheets and other linens on the bathroom floor.
Please remove ALL food or drink you brought from the property
Leave the key in the loc box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO candles may be lit or used on the property.
Parking is on the street unless arranged other wise in writing. (Only allowed if I will be gone, as I park and charge my car in the driveway.)
There is NO disposal. Please put all food waste either in the brown city box or in the trash (container with bag under sink.) No waste down drain.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 432779vb
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
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 and a first aid kit
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 Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this apartment 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ocean Street - 1 min drive - 1.5 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) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Buttery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Studio in Seabright, near Santa Cruz beaches and downtown located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Cruz Harbor, Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Seabright Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

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
Beautiful place, extremely responsive and kind host, and incredible location! I stayed here for a month and could not be happier with my experience, truly one of the best stays I’ve ever had in a short-term rental.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your kind comments, I truly enjoyed your presence and it was inspiring to think of your studies in medicine! I was very touched when you asked where to put the recycling and green waste. You give me hope for the next generation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy, and Anina was very helpful and communicative. The location was gorgeous and quiet, and I had a wonderful stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind remarks! It was lovely to have you as a guest and I hope that you have great success... maybe your path will lead you back here one day.That would be wonderful!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Light,bright and airy. Although a studio,it did not feel caustrophobic. Very clean.Adequate cooking facilities. All amenities are high end(,soaps,linens cleaning products.)Good location on quiet residential street. If you are short,be sure to ask for step stool as everything is built high.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio is spacious, bright and clean.It is stocked with many basic necessities as well as a few thoughtful treats! The location is near stores yet it is a quiet neighborhood. Comfortable bed!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! Although we did not see each other during your visit, it was fun to hear by email about your varous adventures in the neighborhood! I do hope you will come back. I give you five stars for everything!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was simple. Very clean, bright studio. Anina, our host was friendly, accessible, and helpful. We’ve been to Santa Cruz before but never to Seabright. We enjoyed the neighborhood, especially its proximity to restaurants, Staff of Life natural foods grocery, and Arana Gulch trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind review Frank, and for being a wonderful guest. Perhaps you will return... I hope so!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place for Us

Perfect location for walks to harbor, downtown, and restaurants. Quiet, clean neighborhood with easy parking. Room was very clean and had everything we needed. It's now our favorite place to stay in Santa Cruz!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you so very much for your kind comments. I am sorry that I did not get to meet you, but Shereee said that you were the perfect guests. I hope you do come back. It would be nice to meet you sometime soon. Be so well, and thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect. Has everything you need.

Two weeks of glorious cool weather in a perfectly appointed new studio.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your kind review. it was a pleasure to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything perfect studio

Two weeks of chillin’ in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2023
William, it was a pleasure to have you as a return guest. Thank you so much for being very thoughtful and for the kind note and gifts when you left. I hope that you are able to return. Thank you again! Anina
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well located for my needs - a brief book writing vacation. I needed nearby: a swimming pool with flexible lap hours - check. Good natural foods - check. Birding opportunities - check. Jazz club - check. Quiet walking neighborhood - check. Bonus: saw a pod of dolphins close to shore hours before the first storm of the season blew in. And yes, I did get in quite a bit of book writing!
Dolphin a few dozen yards from the Walton Lighthouse in Seabright Santa Cruz hours before the first storm of the season.
Neary Lagoon, a birding hotspot in the heart of Santa Cruz. I joined the Santa Cruz Birding Club for an early outing to the lagoon, looking for late migrants and wintering birds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your kind appreciation of the time you spent at my place. I am glad it offered you the repsite you were looking for!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet comfort

The accommodation is exactly as shown in the pictures. It is large, bright, and very clean. Anina was readily available to assist and answer any questions we had. Everything we needed was provided and worked very well. The shower was excellent, the wifi was fast and reliable, and the kitchen appliances and accessories were very good. The room is quiet, as is the neighborhood. One parks on the street, but this was not an inconvenience for us. The location is well positioned in Santa Cruz within a mile or two of downtown, the harbor or good shops along Soquel. The area is ideal for biking and walking, with a nearby trail along the harbor gulch. We did not convert the bed into chairs while we were there, since we were mostly out and about. As shown in the picture, the beds are quite low, which was not at all a concern for the two of us. There is no television, but again we did not care as we were not there to watch TV. We certainly would stay again and would recommend this place to anyone needing a clean and quiet base in the area to visit Santa Cruz and its surroundings.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a week in the Santa Cruz area with this cute studio as a home base. It worked well for our needs. Anina was super friendly and helpful with local suggestions. If she gives you a restaurant recommendation, take it! She knows what she’s talking about! We loved the neighborhood - it’s a lovely stroll down to restaurants and to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2026
HI Gwendolyn! What a sweet review! I loved having you here and I could tell you were enjoying yourselves... hurray. I hope you come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean, modern, location, location,location

Anina was friendly and responsive to texts. Note: you cannot store sports gear inside the studio but Anina may have space in her garage if you ask her before you book. Also, note that one of the futons has a comfortable memory foam cover. This location is centrally located in Santa Cruz in a nice neighborhood. Whole foods, staff of life, the beaches, Charlie Hong Kong's, and the pacific climbing gym were some of my frequent stops. For entertainment the Rio & the crepe place are near by entertainment options.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Having Ryan as a guest was a real pleasure.He seemed to enjoy Santa Cruz and living here very much. To see someone who lives on the other side of the country settle in so quickly To the Santa Cruz life, complete with surfboards, it is a joy.I could tell he loved being here- and when we did see each other in passing, he always had a great smile! He left the place clean, and I hope that one day he’ll come back again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, Comfortable Studio

We enjoyed our one-month stay at this studio. It is very comfortable and in a quiet and safe neighborhood. About a half mile to the beach, so an easy walk or bike ride to the beach and restaurants. The studio is very well designed and built, bright with large windows and beautiful hardwood floors. The kitchen is well-equipped. I enjoyed the sitting area in the garden.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to have you . I hope you come back!

About the host

Hosted by Anina Van Alstine

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I am a cook, gardener, and I love France and Italy. I loved this property the minute I discovered it. I hope that you will also enjoy the contemporary feel of this home. I grew up in Europe and also in the mountains of North Carolina; the sophistication and yet sense of nature at the home appealed to me immediately. My father was an architect. He would have loved this property and I am sorry he never got to see it.

Why they chose this property

It is delightful! a private patio with non-fruiting olive tree and a light filled main room. There is room to dance and to do a movement practice. There is a wonderful sound system and the kitchen was created for a real cook. I love the colors and the hand held European shower in the bathroom. The lighting is fabulous, and I have decorated with Haitian and Mexican paintings as well as photographs of France and a Balinese hanging. Nothing is funky about the place...

You can walk or bike to down town and to local restaurants such as ' La Posta', 'linda's', ' Lillian's' and ' The Buttery'. The neighborhood is terrific. My favorite thing to do is to walk over to Verve for coffee, then down Seabright beach and the Walton Lighthouse...or you could go to Aldo's' and hang out!!!

What makes this property unique

Seabright, Santa Cruz, and all the benefits our community has to offer. A little patio with Proteas and other Australian plantings. I live at the back of the property and in the summer, will offer you vegetables as they grow. There is french and spanish lavender and rosemary in the garden as well.

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English, French, German, Italian
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