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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lighthouse at Twin Lakes Beach

VR PERMIT #211406 expires 11/29/2026

Welcome to the Lighthouse a 3000 square foot, 3 plus bedroom, 2 ½ bath, custom-built home that very comfortably holds two families or up 8 individuals traveling together. There are 3 bedrooms downstairs at street level, and a huge master suite on the second level which also houses the main living space and features an open kitchen/dining area and great room with soaring open beam ceilings and walls of glass. A gas fireplace in the living room provides comfort & style and can be enjoyed with a hot cup of cocoa while watching your favorite cable TV shows on the huge wall-mounted high-definition flat panel TV. If it is a traditional family game night that you are in the mood for, our game closet is well stocked including a small selection of great books. On the top level is a recently remodeled rooftop deck with gorgeous views of Twin lakes Beach & the Walton Lighthouse, a new hot tub and new outdoor seating to enjoy. Relax in the hot tub while enjoying a beautiful sunset over Twin Lakes Beach!

The Lighthouse is nestled in a beautiful beach neighborhood in one of the most desirable areas of Santa Cruz, and is easily walking distance to the Santa Cruz Harbor and Sunny Cove Beach. Located between the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and the world renowned surf destination Pleasure Point  where the Hollywood movie "Chasing Mavericks" was recently filmed. This ideal vacation home is just a short distance from the Hook, the Pleasure Point promenade, Sunday morning Farmer's Market, and many cafes, retail establishments, and restaurants.

The natural beauty of the Northern California Coast is legendary.  Photographers from around the world travel here to see one of the most beautiful natural areas of the World.  The Pacific Ocean is teaming with mammals and wildlife that migrate to Northern California year-round to take part in the circle of life. Countless hiking trails in California's State Parks take you up close and personal with centuries-old redwoods, spruce, and fir.

Located midway between the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Capitola, and just a short walk to the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Buy your fresh fish locally from the Stagnero's boat on the Wharf, and enjoy preparing a meal in the fully equipped kitchen, or just relax and stop in at one the many restaurants and nearby nightlife that abound. Later, roast marsh mellows and stoke bonfires in the fire rings provided on the beach.  You will enjoy breathtaking sunrises from the master suite. At night, the lights of Monterey, Moss Landing and Pacific Grove glitter across the Bay.

Property manager

Beachnest Property Management & Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain biking.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Main Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lighthouse at Twin Lakes Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse at Twin Lakes Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse at Twin Lakes Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lighthouse at Twin Lakes Beach located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lincoln Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Harbor Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Beach house stay

Great house! Lots of room for the kids, Short walk to the beach, ocean view, couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

tye o.

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

Beautiful home. Great location

Clean. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

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

Fun family trip

This property was in great condition and the kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, plates, and everything you might need. The location can't be beat. It is just a short walk of maybe 100 yards to get to the beach. We had a great time and will definitely be looking to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect relaxing getaway

The cleanliness could have been a little better upon arrival but nothing that was too bad. The location and amenities of this property are absolutely perfect. Walking distance to great food, great beaches, farmers market and some shopping. Great views from the multiple decks and the hot tub was a great way to wind down. It was a perfect place to just relax, listen to the waves and unwind. Can’t wait to get back there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

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

Great

Great

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent beach location - minor updates could be very helpful

The location of this property is hard to beat. You are a few houses down from the stairs down to the beach. The beach is relatively private and less busy than the nearby state beach and is absolutely gorgeous. The rooftop hot tub was lovely and enjoyed by all as well. The parking in the back of the house is very convenient and comfortably fit three cars. The kitchen was well-equipped and allowed us to do all of our meals with our group of 10 people together. The cleanliness could have been improved, the counters in the bathrooms and kitchen did not seem to be wiped down prior to arrival and needed some attention. Updated bedding would do a world of good as well. Overall a great stay as the location is wonderful, some minor tweaks would make this property 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Keri L., Berkeley

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

Great location, mediocre house

This house is in need of serious repair. Some of the rooms smelled funky. Some windows would not open or once opened would not close. There was construction in process while we stayed. The company which manages this rental were very helpful and had wonderful communication. For the price of the house, I expected something nicer. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Michael H.

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

Strange

We rented the property because we were evacuated from Scotts Valley because of the fire threat. The owners who seem to do the cleaning, were late getting the property ready which is OK, but when we arrived they did not want to leave, and seemed to show up daily. The have cameras on the outside of the front door and inside the back room. that covers the kids bunkbeds, creepy. The master bathroom does not have curtains on the window and the window hinge is broken, because we were not the first to hang a towel to try and cover it. The dryer vent is completely blocked making the washer dryer almost useless. The house has lots of deferred maintenance, but it was a good home in the storm. We have been allowed to go home, but our friends will still be there through 9/2. Just keep the owners away please.

6/10 Okay

Erin Bowes P., Oakland CA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location, good updated bathrooms, good kitchen supplies for Thanksgiving, nice hot tub

I've sent property management company listing of issues/challenges with this house. A few simple updates/changes could make this a great rental. Property management company is very responsive & took care of some issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Jeremy C.

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

Parking Issues

House was great except we were told parking was free on the street and then all 4 cars got parking tickets. We would have parked elsewhere had we not been told street parking was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Great spot and fantatsic home!!! We loved our stay, great time!!

The property management company was on the ball and all our needs were met. We lived the home and had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Edward S., Lake Oswego, Or

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Lighthouse not so light

Hot tub dirty water, afraid to use. And did not. May have been chlorine safe but cloudy and totally revolting. Windows filthy, bird poop and dirt obscured what limited view there was. 1970s Dated home, never felt clean especially the bathrooms. House didn’t smell clean. Dust everywhere especially in carpeted bedrooms. Dust bunnies under night stands and around beds. Just wasn’t as advertised. Location great, rental agency easy to work with. But they need to do more homework with the properties they rent...But no, not renting this house again nor can I recommend. And I wouldn’t use this rental agency because they advertised this home.

10/10 Excellent

CELIA C.

WE ISLANDERS HAD AN ABSOLUTE BLAST!!!

The Lighthouse is amazing. It is MORE than 22 steps to the beach but hey, whatever.. we had an absolute blast. We celebrated my nephew's wedding, July birthdays and sent my niece and her girlfriend on their way to their doctorates in D.C. and NC! OMGoodness the Lighthouse was the break we all needed. The greatness: 1- the hot tub on the roof! 2 - the nook that sleeps 2! 3 - the entire 2nd floor - kitchen area with balcony, living room, bedroom with balcony.. this was the family area and we spent a great deal here. 4 - the bunk beds and the 2 bed rooms on the 1st floor. There is loads of room in this house!!! 5 - The beach is awesome and is also a dog beach!!! I had both my dogs and my cat on this trip. They loved the house! Yes they did! There are also outside faucets and shower oh and a total plus. You can actually park 4 full size vehicles in the back. Front parking is 1st come and then put the parking plaque in it. People do not respect front yard parking for sure! Okay, while I did give 5 Stars for my review, it did have flaws. Major flaw: Access to both the shower areas. My mom is an 80 year old shorty and at 4ft 11in (tall lol!), she was not a happy camper having to be helped in/out of the shower. Major flaw: Lack of curtains. While it is tourist area, locals and tourists are creepy all the same especially at night walking up and down the street. Please put up curtains. Other than that.. 5 STARS!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Matt K.

Great location, comfortable beds, needs a few updates

Overall a wonderful location with easy access to beach, cliff drive running and biking, spacious and clean. The beds were very comfortable. Plentiful amenities like towels and water toys (ie, boogie boards) with the house. The house did need a few updates (a few repainting spots, water from hot tub was leaking through the roof onto the grill, and the hot tub could not be set to a proper temperature and no manual was available) but these were relatively minor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Paul W., Burdett, New York

Fun place a few steps from the beach for a group of 8-10.

We enjoyed the lighthouse at twin Lakes. It is very comfortable and had everything we needed for our family. The hot tub was a plus. Master bedroom and large bath was well appreciated. The house could use some repairs and freshening up. All in all it served our family well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., San Jose

Great property. Great location.

Rented the house for a family reunion. Great location right by the beach. Hot tub with great view of the ocean, rooms and beds were comfortable. Walking distance to Twin Lakes beach and local restaurants & coffee shops. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

About the host

Hosted by Beachnest Property Management & Vacation Rentals

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Beachnest Vacation Rentals offers you the finest assortment of vacation rentals and beach rentals in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for a fun vacation rental for a week-long family reunion, a family and pet-friendly vacation home, or a romantic getaway – the ultimate vacation experience awaits you in sunny Santa Cruz. Our comfortable, well-maintained and fully furnished vacation rentals provide you with a true home-away-from-home and each property is close to all that Santa Cruz County has to offer. Allow us to help customize your Santa Cruz vacation rental with the amenities that are most important to you – from dramatic oceanfront whitewater views to family and pet-friendly properties, we focus on top-notch customer service from the time you begin your initial inquiry, to the time that you check-out – our highest priority is to exceed your expectations.

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