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

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV, books
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Main Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About this property

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

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

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.
A Parking Permit is provided. There is a $150 charge for taking it or losing it. You may park on Younger and 3rd Ave without a parking permit from October through May 13. Parking permits are only required to park on 2nd Ave at meters during that time. From May 14 to September, this permit is required for parking on any street surrounding the unit. One parking permit will be available for guests during the months when it is required. Please pay attention to the signs. Please return the parking permit to the table under the TV in the living room before you leave.

Parking notes: Street parking is available on a first-come-first-serve basis; parking is not guaranteed.




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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and a patio.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed
  • 6 minutes by foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and a 4-minute drive from Monterey Bay

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

42127

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

Expensive little dump

Much too expensive for what you get.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Armando I.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Dan K.

Just right

Perfect little place close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Sarah K.

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Trisha R., Auburn, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Location

You can’t beat this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay.

Great location. Close to the beach, boardwalk and lots of restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Gerald B.

Liked: Cleanliness

March stay

I really enjoyed my stay! I reached out to management about a couple of things while I was there that they never responded to, but I ended up figuring out what I’d messaged them about myself. It was very clean and cute, plus the location was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic & Quaint

The location is great: a duplex about four blocks just down the hill to the ocean pier or Boardwalk. It is a three-room unit. Immediately inside the front door is the bedroom. The next room is the TV/living room with a couch and a lounge chair. The back room is the kitchen and adjacent bathroom. The unit was well supplied. Parking is extremely limited. Window coverings were insufficient. We actually hung a sheet over two of the windows to secure privacy. The historic feel of the unit and the neighborhood was fun. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

winter weekend getaway

nice little place, very quiet neighborhood (at least this time of year). Bed was good. I did not like the Keurig coffee maker. Would recommend providing some sort of table/chairs to use for eating and sitting upright. Even something that would fold., since space is small.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, Quiet, and Close to the Beach

Perfect place for a cozy getaway near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020