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Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse

Holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61284 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Santa Cruz, CA

Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Cowell's Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
‪11 min walk‬
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse

Three houses from Cowell's beach, the Santa Cruz Beach House offers the perfect location for anyone looking to be near it all. Steps to the Wharf, Main Beach, Cowell's Beach, the Boardwalk, Aquarius, Jack O'Neill Lounge, Steamer Lane, Lighthouse. Our unique 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex comes outfitted with with garage, washer/dryer, back yard, LCD TVs, Wifi, BBQ.

Open for all travel!

B E D - C O N F I G U R A T I O N
Master: Queen
2nd Bedroom: 2 Twins
Family Room: Futon couch / Sofa Sleeper

A M E N I T I E S
* Free Wifi & High Speed Internet
* Washer & Dryer
* Full Kitchen w/ utensils, plates, cups, coffee cups
* Cable TV w/ HD channels, On Demand
* Beach towels, linens
* Outdoor gas BBQ with grill tools
* Kitchen cooking amenities provided
* Garage

N O T E S
* 100% NON-SMOKING PROPERTY
* Pets ok

A D D I T I O N A L
* 11% tax and $195 cleaning
* $80 pet fee (one-time)
* Check-in 3pm / Check-out 11am
* 25% due at time of booking and 75% due 60 days before arrival

Keywords: 2-Unit Beach Cottage, Beach House, Beach Cottage, Walk to Wharf, Surf, Sightseeing, Boardwalk, Cowells Beach, Near Downtown, Lighthouse, Disc Golf, Wharf, Natural Bridges

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Pets not allowed on furniture or left alone.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

2 parking spaces available, 1 in garage/ 1 in driveway. May - September + Holidays from 9:00pm Friday till 9:00pm Sunday it's permit street parking.

Pets are not allowed on the furniture or to be left alone at the property. This is due to consideration of our neighbors and preventing noise.

Quiet hours are 8pm until 9am.

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

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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 Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Stagnaro Bros. - ‬15 min walk
‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬7 min walk
‪Marini’s at the Wharf - ‬14 min walk
‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

14 Jul, 2025

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

Great house! Perfect location, convenient to everything Santa Cruz!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

9 Aug, 2025

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

Location was amazing and the little enclosed backyard and BBQ was a nice bonus. Had just enough space for us but we weren't there very much with so much close by. Great info ahead of time and easy check-in. Will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

rj d.

8 Jul, 2025

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

Staycation

Nice, open and spacious home. So close to walk to the beach and boardwalk also only a few minute drive to the grocery store if needed. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jo V.

16 Aug, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cozy, lots of immenities and comfortable beds. However, the bathroom was very small, no counter space and the toilet seat kept coming loose. It was a little farther than just steps to the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James B.

4 Jun, 2025

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

family visit in santa cruz

nice, simple two bedroom home with enough updates to make it comfortable, close to beach as advertised.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline M.

10 Aug, 2025

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

Cute and Perfect

It was so easy to check in! When we got here all we could say was it is so cute! We all slept well the first night and the kitchen was perfect to make breakfast in the morning! The proximity to the ocean and the boardwalk was perfect for everything we had planned for the weekend. The house stayed cool with a nice breeze coming from the beach down the hill. We reached out to the host to ask a question and they responded immediately! Overall, it was everything we could ask for and more.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

angelo g.

10 Apr, 2025

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

Great place

I frequently visit Santa Cruz area as my grandchildren live in Aptos I’ve stayed all over the area this is one of the best places to date

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey J.

13 Oct, 2024

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

Quick trip to SC

Great little place close to the beaches and boardwalk. Perfect place to grab some sleep in a great neighborhood.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron N.

26 Mar, 2025

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

Location, Location, Location

This property was only steps away from the break at Cowell Beach in Santa Cruz CA. Being a former local I couldn't ask for a better spot. It was a short walk or ride, for those who still skate, to thw Santa Cruz warf and Beachboardwalk.Each morning I could rise and shine and take an incredible walk on the West Cliff bike and walking path. Very close to downtown Santa Cruz too which offers plenty of nice restaurants to chose from along with some adult night life options. I will definitely look to stay here again on my next trip into the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

16 Oct, 2024

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

Short walk to the beach

Enjoyed our time at this location. Short walk to the beach. Enjoyed time in the turfed yard to eat, play and relax during our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

11 Apr, 2023

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

Great Spot

Our family enjoyed our stay in SC. The location was great, accommodations clean and had everything we needed.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelia C.

13 Jul, 2024

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

Location😎 Location🎣 Location 🎡

Such a fun, quick family trip. Great location! Perfect space to bring our dog. Quiet neighborhood and safe location. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul V., San Luis Obispo

25 Jul, 2022

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

Excellent Location

Perfect location providing access to the boardwalk and downtown. Beds were comfortable, kitchen well equipped, and we appreciated the very quiet neighborhood.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 May, 2023

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

Great location in Santa Cruz

This place serves as a great getaway for our family of 4. Would definitely come back! Great place if you have pets

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

26 Sept, 2022

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

Nice place

Great little spot. Clean quiet and homey, with all the essentials. Five minute walk to the beach, boardwalk and restaurants. Had a great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

18 Apr, 2023

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

Becoming an annual visit

Fantastic location and great place to stay. Plenty of space, very comfortable, feels like home. Enjoyed ourselves so much last year we came back. Plan to come back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

3 Aug, 2023

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

Santa Cruz stay

Excellent rental for the value! Very comfortable and well stocked, clean and with excellent amenities. Hosts were terrific, responsive to questions and helpful in all ways. Location couldn’t be more perfect! All in all, a great stay—- top marks!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie H.

14 May, 2023

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

Location location

Our trip was awesome. This lovely little home had everything we needed for our family of 5. The gem is just a few houses down to ocean views and walking distance to the Boardwalk

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

elaine s.

19 Mar, 2023

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

Perfect Spot

The house was clean, cozy, and well equipped. This is a perfect spot in a quiet neighborhood on the West Side of Santa Cruz.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

18 Jul, 2024

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

Overflow guests

This property was a perfect place for family members who had traveled from out of the area for a milestone birthday party. Within walking distance of our home. It would have been nice if there was basics in the kitchen like salt/pepper, coffee and/or tea. Overall 5 stars 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

5 Jul, 2023

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

Cute home in quiet neighborhood

Cute home with all the necessities provided. Close to beach, pier and Boardwalk. Beds were comfy. Small backyard area for pets.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deano M.

30 Apr, 2023

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

Stay in Santa Cruz

Good

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Migdalia D.

10 Sept, 2024

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

wonderful place

It was very comfortable, past guests have left some spices that was nice, enough towels, thank you for the bech umbrella, I left it in the garage. Clothes dryer is not working well, it takes many cycles to dry completely, great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D., Roseville, CA

18 Jun, 2023

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

Great little house

The house was perfect for our purpose on our long weekend. It had everything we needed and was great walking distance to the boardwalk. The house was nice and clean, just no ocean view from the driveway. The owners communicated well with check-in instructions. Great spot for small families.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

19 Sept, 2022

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

Santa Cruz Beach House

Had a GREAT time the house was warm and welcoming and the location was PERFECT. Will do it again soon in the near future. Thank you, Daniel and Janet Moncado

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022