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Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, a 2-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 5 minutes from Monterey Bay. .This vacation home is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Capitola Beach and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Seabright Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!

Amazing location and views, this house captures the very essence of Santa Cruz. Walk to boardwalk, Seabright beach, the wharf, the yacht harbor, downtown Seabright and its variety of restaurants,......there are so many choices, you may choose not to drive during your entire stay.....And with our open floor plan, large windows, huge deck, and amazing views, you may choose not to even leave the house.

This house is perfect for a family retreat. The 35 foot long deck offers amazing views, a BBQ, and tables and chairs for outdoor dining. The dining room/great room has a large table with seating for 8 but can easily hold 10. A large supply of games and puzzles offers more family fun time around the table. Walk downstairs to a huge 'hangout' room that boasts a large flat screen TV with satellite and DVD. There is a love seat, easy chair, sofa/sleeper, and papazan chair for comfortable seating. There are also extra sleeping mats and bean bag chairs in the closets.

The master bedroom offers a queen bed, large flat screen with Dish TV and DVR, and a magnificent view. Bedroom 2 offers a queen bed, and bedroom 3 has a king bed and Dish TV. This house is ideally set up to be shared by two families. With 3 bedrooms and baths, each couple can have their own bedroom, while the kids can pull out the sofa sleeper, throw down some of the provided floor mats, and have a sleep-over in the family room.

For your enjoyment we also provide 2 beach cruisers, a beach umbrella, beach chairs, boogie boards, and an ice chest.

For added convenience and comfort we supply all towels and linens, toilet paper and paper towels.

Come fall in love with our house as so many others have done.

Keywords: Ideal Location, Amazing View, Walking Distance to Boardwalk, Beaches, Wharf, Yacht Harbor
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, surfing/body boarding nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return parking permits
Start a load of towels in the washer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 001078

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 285 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

13lonster

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was fantastic. The home worked GREAT for the 6 of us, and even when we entertained an additional 6 people, there was plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and layout for our family over Thanksgiving. We appreciated the beautiful view and walking distance to the boardwalk and playground nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AmyK C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, comfortable beds, the deck and patio are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed. Stunning view and good time with family on outside deck. We Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren communicates well and is quite responsive. We very much enjoyed out stay in her house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our 2nd time staying there. We love the location, you can walked everywhere. Dinner, beach and coffee shops as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth S.

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

Stay at Buena Vista

It was great to be so close to my sister’s house where we were having a family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Loved our stay

Great house, great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. This is our fifth year in a row staying here. The house is very well stocked with practically everything a family would need!Thank-you again Lauren.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Great place and wonderful host.

We come back to this house every year. Wonderful home and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy accessibility to the freeway, in and out of the area.The house was everything that was advertised. The patio was a great place to relax after our daily excursions and the beds were very comfy. We were very pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Great Spot

Host was very accommodating and was quick to respond to any questions. Location is clutch!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home for a large group or family. My kids and I enjoyed our stay here. All of the beds were very comfortable. Excellent location for walking to the beach, boardwalk and wharf. Beautiful large deck with views of the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher L.

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

91st B-day Celebration.

We enjoyed our stay and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Great house

It was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolene P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was spectacular. The house was extremely cozy and spacious. The host was very accommodating and had great communication with us. The location was perfect for trips to the beach and the boardwalk. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

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

Great location

Was great walking distance to boardwalk and the wharf
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

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

Perfect Family Spot

We had a wonderful time. The house is equipped for a family stay. And, since we had every age group - toddler to over 70 - we were delighted to be in this house, this location, so close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is wonderful. Very close to beach and boardwalk and in a clean, safe neighborhood with stunning views from the expansive, well furnished balcony. It is not fancy inside but extremely clean and comfortable with two living rooms and a table for 10. Lauren texted the day before to make sure we had access information and was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T.

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

Location to Boardwalk is Exceptional! Roomy Home as well!

We would stay here again. Thanks Lauren for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

William M.

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

Vacation stay

Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Auðbjörg K.

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

Happy guests

We enjoyed our stay very much. Nice house and good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect place to stay in Santa Cruz

We had such a great time staying at Lauren's house! The beds were comfortable, the dining room table was large and fit everyone for dinner and the view from the balcony was beautiful and calming. We definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy. The kitchen was well stocked. I had about 20 family members over for dinner and there was more than enough room inside and outside
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

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

Nice location and view

We stayed for a week and enjoyed our time there - short walk to boardwalk and easy river path to downtown. Host great and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024