Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi

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9.2

Wonderful

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk6 min walk
Santa Cruz Wharf6 min walk
Cowell's Beach9 min walk
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Beach Hill Bungalow

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Come and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in Santa Cruz, California at Beach Hill Bungalow! This charming retreat offers nothing but comfort and convenience. The living space is cozy and invites you to kick back and relax immediately. Curl up in the sofa or recliner and stream your favorite shows on the wall-mounted flatscreen TV for a fun afternoon, or sit outside in the patio to admire the views of the neighborhood and watch the cars pass by. The kitchen area might be small, but it offers everything you could ever need to prepare everything you want, from quick meals to beach snacks or full-course meals. Beach Hill Bungalow is perfect for a thrilling beach-cation with your family or best friends, or a romantic escapade for you and your loved one.

WHAT’S NEARBY
The biggest perk of this retreat is the location. Downtown Santa Cruz is two and a half blocks away; there, you'll find yourself surrounded by an eclectic downtown scene offering street performers, local boutiques, vintage stores, and dining on any cuisine you might desire. Dining options and convenience stores abound nearby, so you shouldn't have any problem finding them. The San Lorenzo River is just a short walk away, as well as the well-known and iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, which is is one of the town’s main draws, offering family-friendly fun year-round. Visit Municipal Wharf and listen to the calls of the sea lions, rent surfboards and hit Cowell's Beach in search of the perfect wave, or rent some bikes and explore some of the nearby paved trails. You better pack your sunscreen and beach towel! The soft sands of Santa Cruz Beach are less than half a mile from you! Other attractions include the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, a day trip to San Francisco (77.5 miles), and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, only 46 miles south.

THINGS TO KNOW
This is one half of a duplex. The owner lives in the other half of this duplex, and the shared walls are separated by closets on each side.
Parking permit required on 2nd Street year-round. On Younger Way and 3rd St, a permit is required only seasonally, May-September. A permit is provided by the owner and is always returned to the coffee table in the TV room. Please don't forget to return the parking permit.

Parking notes: No parking available.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby.

Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk
Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min walk
Cowell's Beach - 9 min walk
Ocean Street - 10 min walk

Getting around

Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬8 min walk
‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬4 min walk
‪Cruzin' Crêpes - ‬8 min walk
‪Jack O'Neill Lounge - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey S.

28 Mar 2024

Cozy Cottage

My three young sons and I enjoyed a two-night stay at this charming little cottage. It was a tight fit for the four of us but we were willing to compromise on space in order to be so near the beach! The neighborhood felt safe and is very quaint. We have stayed at another house nearby and didn't have any trouble with the neighborhood either. Parking is limited but since our stay was in the off season we didn't have any trouble finding a spot near the house. The kitchen was decently stocked and allowed us to make all of our meals there. Don't forget to bring your own foil, plastic wrap and storage bags and seasonings if you want more than salt and pepper. I also recommend bringing your own shower soaps. We loved the neat, clean, little cottage!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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6/10 Okay

Helen R.

26 Oct 2023

Disappointedly Small

You enter the front door into the one small bedroom with a queen bed, providing no privacy. That room leads to another small sitting room with a futon and chair to a small back kitchen and full bath. The bath has an old fashioned claw foot tub. Both the tub and sink drained poorly. The bathroom door knob was falling off and the knob to the toilet is very loose. The shower curtain rod had become detached from the wall and ceiling. (The owner did come quickly to make necessary repairs). The futon was not a comfortable sleep, and there are no washer and dryer available. However, the place was clean and is within walking distance to the beach and broad walk. This may be a good short-term stay for 1 guest or a couple. However, we saw more updated places and better layout for comparable prices.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

24 Aug 2023

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

Great little spot!

My husband and I just got married last weekend and wanted to do a little mini moon getaway in Santa Cruz. The bungalow is cute and perfect distance from the beach/boardwalk and downtown. Our only recommendation would be a mattress topper for the bed. The bed was very uncomfortable and we both had backaches every morning. Other than that, we highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

9 July 2023

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

Wonderful stay in Santa Cruz

We stayed for 26 days in Santa Cruz to help out and spend time with our daughter, son-in-law, 3 yr old granddaughter and newborn grandson. We have stayed in Santa Cruz many times but not close to the boardwalk. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This location was perfect to spend time with our daughter's family during the day and able to enjoy the evenings downtown and at the boardwalk. The house is half of a duplex with the owner, Keith next door. He is so nice, friendly and very helpful as to giving us recommendations of favorite places to go close by. The house was clean, bed comfortable, and good shower pressure. The kitchen was clean and had what we needed. The location was on a quiet street and street parking was easy to find. A parking pass was provided. We would definitely book a stay here again.

Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2023

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8/10 Good

Tiffany B.

25 Nov 2022

We liked it!

Cozy little place that was comfortable and quaint. The location can’t be beat! We parked and walked to the beach and boardwalk multiple times during our stay and barely drove unless we wanted to go to the movies or on an excursion. It really is a 5 minute walk just have to trek up a hill. It is an older home and small with a bedroom as soon as you walk in and kind of an awkward bathroom, but everything was clean and worked. Our kids happily slept in the other room on the futon (ages 8 & 10) and loved the tv and access to Netflix kids and Amazon Prime. We also enjoyed the convenience of the full size fridge, microwave and stove. We brought a lot of food/drink for our family and it did save us a lot of money making lunches, breakfast and dinner if we wanted to stay in. The front porch was very nice to sit and drink a glass of wine or play cards. The neighborhood is quiet and we felt safe there. The owners also left a few beach towels, beach chairs and boogie board for the guests to enjoy. We utilized the fan they had in the closet, which was nice. I would recommend this home for a family of four if the kids are 10 years and under or a couple. There are lots of hotels nearby, but they were so much more expensive and you don’t have the option to have the full size fridge/stove and pots/pans/utensils.. etc. The only other feedback to relay back to the owner is to replace the trashcan in the kitchen since the step pad was broken. We also didn’t know where to empty the trash out and didn’t want to walk around to the backyard since that was their private residence. My husband also observed it might be time to replace the curtain and hangers in the shower. They were rusting due to the moisture in that room. Thanks for the great stay! We made some great memories with our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

4 Oct 2022

Close to all the attractions

Walking distance to everything we wanted to do for two days.

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

23 Aug 2022

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

Great location and rental!

Very easy to rent and a great stay!! Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Tom R.

23 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Expensive little dump

Much too expensive for what you get.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Armando I.

4 July 2022

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

Air conditioner

Just an opinion maybe a fan would be good if you want to stay inside the property during day time but overall is a good place. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

12 Apr 2022

Fantastic Little Beach House

This place was great! Really too much to list so here are some of the highlights... Street is clean and safe Really close to the Boardwalk, Beach, Warf. (5ish minute walk) Small but comfortable, great place to came back to and relax after a busy day playing Mattress was very comfortable. Owner lives right next door and is very nice and helpful We will definitely stay here again! One thing everyone needs to understand, parking in Santa Cruz sucks. I used to live there and its horrible regardless of location. Unfortunately this place is no different. Don't assume you will get a parking spot right in front. However, there's lots of parking within a couple minute walk. It's not a ding against this place just a heads up.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Dan K.

9 Feb 2022

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Just right

Perfect little place close to the beach.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

29 Jan 2022

great little place

Small, but charming and very convenient for two people looking for a place close to the beach (it's literally one block away) and easy walking access to downtown Santa Cruz (10-15 min walk). We had everything we needed for a two-night getaway and had no issues with anything. Yes, it's older and attached to private residence, but that didn't bother us. Only thing we wish was there was a kitchen table of some sort to play games on, but the little patio table worked fine since the weather was great. We found TV trays in the closet that worked to extend the liftable coffee table top for a large board game we played. A card table and chairs could be a nice addition. Oh, also the bed is really squeaky and the heater makes a very loud clicking noise, but we remedied that with ear plugs. Clawfoot tub was super cute and we had no issues with it draining. Linens were clean and bed was comfortable. Didn't use kitchen appliances so will refrain from comment other than to say there is a Keurig with coffee pods, fridge, microwave and stove/oven. Stocked with pots/pans, dishes, Brita water jug, silverware and wine opener, but maybe lacking some spices. If you plan to cook, bring the essentials. Also appreciated the eco-friendly soap/shampoo pods, but as with many eco-friendly products, they are lacking good lather so if that's not your thing, bring your own. Futon would likely not be too comfortable to sleep on for adults as the springs were a bit pokey, but prob fine for kids. I would say we are easy-going and don't need the frills that swanky hotels boast, so this place worked great for us. By far, BEST part of this place is its location - you can't beat it!

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8/10 Good

Christine H.

20 Nov 2021

How sweet it is….

A cute little residence on a nice quiet street where succulents thrive and show themselves off. A true delight.

6/10 Okay

Sarah K.

9 Nov 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mehhh Wouldn’t Stay Again

Honestly, this place was pretty gross. The sheet had stains on them, the shower drain barely worked so we could not shower in fear that it would flow over plus that’s disgusting. The home is VERY small, and the entrance door walks into the bedroom, then the living room, then kitchen. It’s the only door as well so it feels a little claustrophobic. The remote was missing that allowed you to use the tv, they only provided the remote that turns it on. Overall it was OK I guess, but I never stay again and would recommend it either. Extremely overpriced for you get too.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

27 Oct 2021

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

Perfect little stay in Santa Cruz

Amazing location, perfect place for the two of us, & quiet neighborhood. We had a great time!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

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8/10 Good

David T.

27 Sept 2021

Nice place to stay

Quiet , clean and restful.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trisha R., Auburn, CA

7 Sept 2021

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

Great location

A bit small for 4, but we knew that going in. Cute, comfortable, clean, and great proximity to the beach if you can handle a quick jaunt uphill coming back.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

4 Sept 2021

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

Excellent stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this home. Walking distance to the beach and lots of restaurants and cafes. Was very clean!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

17 Aug 2021

Quick trip to SC

Cute little cottage for two! We had three in our group and it was one too many as it was small and there wasn’t a kitchen table and the futon couch served as the third bed.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Aug 2021

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

Location

You can’t beat this location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

20 July 2021

Great Little Home in the Center of Town

Only a couple of blocks from the beach and walking distance to the downtown area. Beach towels and chairs in the closet, which was really great. Strong wifi, parking included, and contactless check-in - really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Ginelle A.

2 July 2021

Awesome

Close to the boardwalk and beach!

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6/10 Okay

Kelli S.

5 June 2021

Parking was bad

The home was clean but the parking was terrible on Monday which was a holiday. It took an hour and fifteen min to find parking. We had messaged prior to booking and were told we would have 1 parking space access. When we called for help the company was not helpful we asked if we could cancel bc we had no where to Park to be able to stay and they wouldn’t give an answer just kept going in circles. It was a very stressful start to a vacation. We didn’t really move the car after that in fear for not being able to find parking again. No other problems during the stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

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