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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

With a stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. .This family-friendly vacation home is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Capitola Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.
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What's nearby

  • Lighthouse Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stagnaro Bros. - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Lane Supply - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬14 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.

Family Fun with Old World Charm in a Five Star Location

Escape to Steamer Lane Manor: Your Safe Haven by the Sea
 
Experience the perfect blend of comfortable elegance, safety, and prime location at our family's Santa Cruz beach home. Just steps away from West Cliff Drive and world-famous surfing spots, our 1700 sq ft home offers a tranquil retreat without compromising
on convenience.
 
Key Features:
•3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, outdoor surfer shower
•Sleep Number queen beds in all rooms
•65" flatscreen TV and fireplace in living room
•Private backyard with BBQ, patio furniture, and 6-person hot tub
•Thorough sanitization between guests by our professional cleaning crew
 
Unique Touches:
•Built by a Danish contractor in 1942 with redwood and mahogany
•Nautical themes and heirloom art throughout
•Hand-painted teak ceiling in the Dragon Room; queen-over-queen bunk bed in Cromwell Room
•300-year-old dining table from an Irish pub
 
Prime Location:
•15 yards from Steamer Lane surfing area access and Cowell's Beach
•Walking distance to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the nation's longest wooden Wharf, and Lighthouse Field
•1 mile to downtown Santa Cruz with its "Keep Santa Cruz Weird" motif
•30-minute drive from Silicon Valley.
•40-minute drive to Monterey and Carmel.
•90-minute scenic drive to San Francisco via Hwy 1.
 
Nearby Attractions:
•World-class surfing at Steamer Lane
•Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and celebrated Giant Dipper roller coaster
•Diverse dining options, vibrant nightlife, and world-class spa experience at La Bahia Resort
•Unique shopping, local cafes, craft breweries and boutique wineries
•Easy access to hiking and biking trails
 
Experience the best of Santa Cruz while enjoying the privacy and safety of a home away from home. Book your stay at Steamer Lane Manor today and create unforgettable memories in this coastal paradise.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. 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.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Rules

This actually is our home so please treat it as if it were yours.
Our neighbors are good people, so please be considerate, most especially outdoor talking, laughing in the hot tub after 9pm. All quiet at 10pm.
When you depart and have a dog, please look for droppings in the yard. Place all towels and sheets on the floor. Leave keys on pub table. Lock up!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Small dogs (20# or less). $25 surcharge per dog.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: (With bunkbed restriction)

Events

No events allowed
Parties and events are not 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
Note from host: Parties and events are not allowed
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 fire extinguisher, 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 STR18-0035

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Location House
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Santa Cruz Location
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Location
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Location House
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Santa Cruz Location
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Location House
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Santa Cruz Location
Old World Charm Hot Tub Perfect West Side Location

Family Fun with Old World Charm in a Five Star Location Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, charming house perfect for the family, fantastic location and well stocked with essentials for an easy stay. Fantastic host and one of the best guest experiences i've had in a while! Would certainly stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming host, excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Family trip

Very clean in an excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Great location!

It’s a nice house in a great location that is close to the boardwalk! It has a nice yard too if you bring a dog like we did!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with all the amenities and perfect location. Can’t wait until next year to stay again
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Safe parking. Very clean hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Great house and location

Comfortable beds, good kitchen, and hot tub was nice. Great location on the west side of SC near surf spots, the boardwalk and a short drive to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home. Walkable to wharf, restaurant's, coffee shop, arcade and rides and view the surfers catching some big waves.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sociamonials

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at this lovely home. The location is perfect. We really enjoy the walk to the Boardwalk and pier. The house is very clean and well equipped to handle a large family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

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

Great Place Close to Surf Spots

Wonderful place close to surf spots and very quiet neighborhood, even being close to a main street, there was no noise and the stay was fun and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! Easy contactless entry, gracious hosts, information book for the area and info on the house, lovely backyard, great hot tub, well stocked kitchen! It was so comfortable for 6 guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful home to gather our friends and family to enjoy my son's wedding. Loved the special lotion that was provided and then promptly forgot to grab it on our way out. It was perfect place for the wedding party.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, excellent location. Home had everything that we needed and more. We had a lovely time. Spent time in spa, played games in the yard, watched surfers and walked to beach. It was a most enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great spot for the Santa Cruz triathlon. We could walk to the start and the transition area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesli S.

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

Fantastic Stay!!

We had so much fun and the location couldn’t have been better! The kitchen had everything we needed, and we would definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina L.

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

Great location

Comfortable house in a wonderful location Lemon tree and hot tub in the garden.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy F.

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

New Years Holiday House

Great location, pet friendly a total bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pooja M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rob was an attentive host. The location was perfect for our itinerary. We have a toddler so we had to move some fragile objects to higher shelves to ensure nothing was broken.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald C.

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

Short vacation

Great location and well kept. Stayed there multiple times. Owner is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rod L.

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

Perfect Location

Great location for walking/biking, watching the surfers and going out to eat. Very nice neighborhood and the back yard is great for hanging out in especially with the hot tub. The hosts are responsive and provide a wonderful vacation home. We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patric O.

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

Great location for family gathering.

The location was great for our family coming together for parts of the holidays. We could easily walk and surf straight from the property. It has a great common space.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deeann D.

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

Santa Cruz vacation

Great home and backyard
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Awesome location, great beds!

This was the perfect spot for me and my family to vacation. Such a short easy drive or walk to the boardwalk and the pier. The house was perfect for relaxing and the beds were awesome. Great idea to have sleep number beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

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

Wonderful place to visit

We were there for the triathlon so it was a perfect location. The house is very relaxing and we enjoyed our time there. The kitchen was well stocked. The spa was lovely and the backyard peaceful. We just wished we had more time to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Wonderful and Charming!

We love staying in the Manor house as it makes us feel like we are at home. Hosts are very responsive and the location the cleanliness of their home is why we keep coming back! Highly recommend this home:) Gina
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023