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9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4540 sq ft
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Santa Cruz, CA
- Place, Twin Lakes State Beach1 min walk
- Place, Santa Cruz Harbor2 min walk
- Place, Seabright Beach10 min walk
- Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)58 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 And Private Beach Bungalow, New Hot Tub, 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 :)
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 :)
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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.
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
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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
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This property does not have any lifts
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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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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 - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- People's Coffee - 3 min drive
- Crow's Nest Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Verve Coffee Roasters - 13 min walk
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Betty Burgers - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
24 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia F.
30 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patricia F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather W.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heather W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
11 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thomas M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
James J.
29 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
James J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Beach Cottage
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mimi H.
14 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Mimi H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole A.
8 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Stay in a Sweet Location
Nicole A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ben C.
17 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Guests
Ben C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nelson P.
29 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home!
Nelson P.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben C.
20 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this Area!
Ben C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brendan F.
13 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Cruz trip
Brendan F.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine V.
4 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage!
Christine V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W., Los Angeles, California
11 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Sarah W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie D.
2 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little house close to everything in Santa Cruz
Stephanie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
sandi
11 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
sandi
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandi R.
27 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week!
Sandi R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
7 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lazy summer dayz
Jennifer S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney F.
23 Dec, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage by the sea
Courtney F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
11 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Brenda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Toni K.
31 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home
Toni K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marion S.
29 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and welcoming home
Marion S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shelley C.
14 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Bungalow
Shelley C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily B.
25 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Emily B.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
2 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful cottage!
Patrick B.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jewlia S
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
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