See all properties
Entire home

Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.

Photo gallery for Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.

Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4540 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

View in a map
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.

Named after local Marine Biologist, Edward F. Ricketts, the Ricketts' Retreat House has a classy Monterey Bay feel . Last house at the end of the street with an enclosed private yard, and naturally, you can see the ocean from the driveway. In 3 blocks, you could be at the fire-pits of Twin Lakes Beach, sailing a boat at the Harbor, or grabbing a bite to eat at the Crow's Nest or Johnny's Harbor side. In one mile, you could be riding the Giant Dipper at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Additionally, the famed Steamer Lane surf spot, West Cliff, Capitola, and UC Santa Cruz's Seymour Marine Discovery Center are within a four-mile radius of the house.

The House is furnished in good taste with all essential amenities including linens, towels, and paper products. The bedroom has a new comfortable queen bed, dresser, closet, adjoining the bright bathroom (with windows) and walk-in shower. Kitchen has a new gas stove/oven, a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage disposal. Adjoining to the kitchen is a dining area, and the living room with pull out double sofa bed. Gas fireplace with temperature control, 36" Smart TV and WiFi are also present for your enjoyment. House comes ready with a washer and dryer and is essential for beach-goers. The backyard has an amazing hot tub, shower, gas barbecue, outdoor furniture, and the front yard has bistro seating. Parking on street with no permit required, and driveway parking. Enjoy the retreat any time of year.

Bookings for this home are supported by the following platforms: VRBO and AirBnB.

The Ricketts' Retreat House is peaceful, beautiful, and awaiting your arrival :)

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Blacks Beach Retreat , steps to Twin Lakes Beach, Free WiFi
Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Nice quiet neighborhood.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
2 under 10 lb. Fee 125 1st dog 75 2nd dog
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke of property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking is not allowed on the property. You must leave the fence to smoke

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
View more Holiday homes in Santa CruzOpens in a new window
Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harbor Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seabright Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.?

As of 3 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach. on 8 May, 2026 start from S$653, 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 at Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 1 Dog ok, 3 short Blocks To Beach. located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

adam l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental cottage was a great experience and will definitely recommend this property and we will return. The cottage neighborhood was quiet, the cottage is beautiful and it was like home. We enjoyed the jacuzzi, the grill, and all the amenities the cottage provided. Clean, organized and full of supplies was the best part. Thank you for the great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a great stay. Amazing neighborhood with so much walkability, which is rare for SC. The bed was very comfortable. I appreciated how quick the hosts were to respond. Some things that could have been better, he kitchen was adequately stocked but not ideal if you plan on using it a lot. The cookware is low quality if that matters to you. The hot tub stopped working several times, so we fixed it, but then it stopped working it again. I would say it sleeps two people, not four.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time staying at this amazing bungalow. It is in the perfect spot to be close to the beach but off the beaten path and close to downtown and other amenities. The upgrades to the yard and hot tub are excellent. We absolutely love this spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Very clean and quiet (especially while main road has practically no traffic due to nearby bridge work.) Short walk to beach. Safe for a small dog to hang out in the yard. Hot tub is new and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The accommodations were just right for my husband and me. The location was excellent being just a short walk from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, home is on a dead end street literally 3 minutes from Harbor beach. Great for little one, fully gated property with two parking spots. Very clean home and has everything you need. We had a great time here and highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James J.

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

Great Stay

Clean and comfortable house and property in a great location. My dog and I enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sweet Beach Cottage

Loved staying in this cottage. Great location & everything I needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mimi H.

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

Great getaway

We loved the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Comfortable Stay in a Sweet Location

Overall, we had a wonderful stay- the home was clean and comfortable, and blocks away from beautiful beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Return Guests

We love love love this place & will return yet again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Love this Area!

Great place to stay. Walking distance to beach and the best brunch restaurant. Quick Ubers to boardwalk and downtown! Will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson P.

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

Great home!

Perfect for the two of us. Very clean and good location.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Lovely

Very peaceful vacation. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Wonderful little house close to everything in Santa Cruz

We had a wonderful few days staying at this property. It was clean and well stocked upon our arrival. Loved all of the great places nearby. We will definitely consider staying again when visiting Santa Cruz.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine V.

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

Great little cottage!

It is small but very comfortable and perfect for a couple. The location is wonderful, quiet and a short walk to the beach. The hot tub was in pristine condition and a nice bonus. We have nothing negative to say about this place and are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan F.

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

Santa Cruz trip

We had a great time at this cottage. It's an easy walk down to the beach. The place is cozy with nice outdoor space. The hot tub was wonderful, seems brand new. The parking is a bit tight being on a narrow dead-end street, but also quiet. Overall, very nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was cozy and close to the beach.Had everything we needed to cook and our dog loved it! All fenced in and was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

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

Cottage by the sea

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this adorable house. It was extremely clean, great location, easy to communicate with owners and overall just fantastic. We have stayed before and definitely will again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi R.

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

Wonderful week!

This was our second time staying at this cozy cottage and we loved it more this time! Has everything you need to cook for yourselves when you don’t want to eat out..Very quiet end of the street, well, except for the falling acorns from this big beautiful tree…lol..will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Lazy summer dayz

Quick trip before school starts and couldn’t of asked for a more perfect place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Great location!

This cute, cozy bungalow is perfect! A well-stocked kitchen made it nice to eat in. We enjoyed being off the busy streets but yet were able to get where we wanted by walking. The hot tub was also a pleasure. Glad we were able to stay here for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni K.

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

Cozy home

My son and I had a great time. The location was perfect. The home was cozy and fully equipped with what we needed. The hot-tub was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion S.

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

Cozy and welcoming home

This little cottage was perfectly located for a long weekend in Santa Cruz. We were within walking distance of the Boardwalk, which is where we took the train to the Mountain Sol music festival. We forgot sugar for our coffee and were delighted to find some in the cupboard. Great stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Great!

Just what we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jewlia S

Host profile image

What makes this property unique

Perfect central location. Private, close to all Santa Cruz has to offer. Great for pet owners. Perfect Getaway for a couple or small family.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback