Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome

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Guesthouse located on the 2nd floor of this beach bungalow.
Front Door next to the garage doors. Entry door leads to a staircase to 2nd Flr
Great Room looking at the outside deck with BBQ.
Enter great room, Dining area and kitchen
View of the kitchen from the great room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
NZ$181
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 65.0 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
Price is NZ$181 avg per night,

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this guesthouse is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Main Beach - 13 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome

Aloha Get Away! Need a comfy place to get away too!

This is a 31-day vacation rental. Perfect for a snowbird. You don’t need to go very far to enjoy the sun and surf. One block from the beach located off of East Cliff Drive between Capitola and Yacht Harbor. This hideaway is ideal for a couple. This second-story one-bedroom, one-bath, is warm, comfortable, and very inviting. Gourmet kitchen and great room look out at an outside deck. The outside deck allows you to BBQ and check out the waves at the beach along with a view of the lagoon. This 700 sqft.a guest house has all new floors, tile work, appliances, cabinetry, countertops, and home décor. It is adjacent to the Hawaiian Style Beach House VRBO #123636
, but shares no common walls or hot water and is very private.

Includes all linens, towels, and bedding along with wireless internet access, and LCD HDTV.

So you don’t waste time getting to the beach we have beach chairs, towels, and a couple of boogie boards for your use while you stay at Hale Nalu.

Why stay at Hawaiian Hideaway: This house is a perfect place for people who want to spend time at the beach. The beach is only a short block away. It is a beautiful beach and wonderful for long walks and for all types of beach activities. The beach is not a crowded beach and is only for the locals in the area. The house itself is ideal for guests who like to spend the night at home with BBQ on the outside deck, Plasma T.V., and a gourmet kitchen. Or if you like to go out at night the house is located 2 miles from Capitola, which is a beach town loaded with lots of restaurants and shops. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk is located 3 miles and has activities for all generations. The entire Monterrey Bay has a great number of things to see and do. You could take day trips to see the Monterrey Bay Aquarium and to Carmel. I provide a Welcome Book at the house, which is loaded with things to see and do. The benefit of staying at this guesthouse is the location and the renovations, which allow you to be very comfortable.

What activities are close to the house?: Beach Activities: The ocean is one block from the house and is loaded with things to do. There is surfing, boogie boarding, skimboarding, swimming, and a great beach for long walks. Don’t miss the tide pools in the rocks and great boogie boarding at Sunny Cove located to the far right side of the beach and around the corner.

Surfing: One of the best surfing beaches in all of California is just a mile south. Pleasure Point begins at 33rd Ave. and goes until 41st Ave. Another good beginner break is Cowell’s Beach, which is just north of the Santa Cruz wharf 3 miles away. For big waves, especially in the winter months, there is Steamer Lane, which is a little further north along West Cliff Drive at Lighthouse Point. This is also a great place to watch some of California’s best surfers. Most surf shops offer rentals and several outfitters that offer lessons are attached below.

Other activities include Biking, Beach Volleyball, Kayaking, and great Running along the coast.

Property manager

Lori
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
Park on the right-hand side of the driveway. Stack parking is available for more than one car.
Be quiet in the driveway when there is a guest in the main house.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Santa Maria's Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Sunny Cove Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Hideaway 1 BR/1 BA One Block from Beach, Snowbirds welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Great place to stay

Wonderful place in a great location. Look forward to renting it again.
Stayed 53 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARY J., COUPEVILLE, WA, USA

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

Wonderful location!

The cozy apartment is very functional in terms of the nice kitchen, BBQ, and spacious living room but the location is the best part! The one-block to one of the nicest beaches we have ever seen, it was a treat to walk and search for beach glass. Great restaurants, hiking, urban walks - we will be back!
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Dan R.

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

Relief from the Heat

My wife and I spent August here to get away from Amador County heat and enjoyed ourselves very much. Great location and very pleasant views!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

P S.

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

Cozy getaway near the beach

The home was in a great location - one block from the beach and we saw many water birds in the lagoon next door! Also close to the harbor, shopping and other fun activities. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maryjean M.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The Hideaway was comfortable and had everything we needed. The deck faced the ocean, and while it's not beachfront, we could watch sailboats in the evening, and muted sunsets. It's very walkable (short block to the beach) to coffee and a few restaurants, and an easy drive to lots of good hiking spots. It's was exactly the getaway we hoped for.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Great stay

Perfect location! Home is exactly as described. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Lovely, peaceful, modern beach getaway

This is a gorgeous apartment, super clean and modern, with a nice layout including a deck with a view of the ocean, and located a block away from the beach. With friendly and responsive hosts -- Lori is among the best we’ve stayed with. This was our second visit, the first time we stayed for two months and we couldn’t have chosen a nicer spot. The modern kitchen with beautiful granite countertops had everything we needed; two types of coffee maker (pods and drip), nice glassware and dishware, all the kitchen tools and equipment to cook at home. We especially appreciated the location a block away from Corcoran beach. The beaches are quieter on this side of Santa Cruz, unlike the packed busier beach on the boardwalk side, and we loved the peaceful vibe. Also nearby is great walking, running, or bicycling along the coastline – E Cliff Drive and coastal nature reserves. Thoughtful extra amenities, too - backpack beach chairs, beach umbrella, boogie board. Often in the afternoons we’d walk 5 minutes with the chairs and umbrella to the beach along with a few cold drinks and enjoy the sunset. Morning coffee on the deck was a favorite of ours, too. The apartment's décor has lovely Hawaiian touches, which added to the peaceful vibe. There’s an adjoining rental house but no shared walls – while inside our apartment we couldn’t hear them at all. Super friendly and responsive hosts. Great communication before arrival and when we suggested several small improvement ideas, and Lori made each of them right away. All around A+ rental and peaceful beach getaway location. Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

Amazing Gem in Santa Cruz

My partner and I are currently staying in month long rentals while we can both work remote and this was one of our favorites! The interior is clean, comfortable, and well decorated, the location is great, and there is an amazing ocean view from the balcony. Lori is a wonderful host and made the whole process easy. We were sad to leave!
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Safe haven

We were evacuated by the fires in Santa Cruz County. This property allowed us to repair our home while enjoying life at the beach. We are very grateful.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ginette K., Santa Rosa USA

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

Peaceful and lovely

What a wonderful gem of a place to stay! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves here while reconnecting with family in the area. Short walk to beach, easy drive to Capitola shopping centers and midtown Santa Cruz. Comfortable accommodations with a fully-stoked with appliances and tools kitchen. Hawaii feel was a bonus. Owners were lovely people and easy to communicate with. A great place.

8/10 Good

Harold T., Naples

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

Access to nice section of Santa Cruz beach

This is a nice small and generally well-equipped over-garage apartment a short block from a nice beach. We enjoyed the comfortable bed, Xfinity TV and deck grill. The biggest problem is lack of laundry facilities, particularly with the Covid pandemic which makes the laundromat alternative unattractive. Lori kindly provided a Honeywell air cleaner to help with the fire smoke and musty stair carpet, but the latter should be replaced and an addditional set of nice sheets and towels furnished. There is also some road noise to contend with in the bedroom for light sleepers.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

A great stay in Santa Cruz

This is a great property, everything you need except a washer and Dryer, but there is a laundromat near by. One block from the beach, a quiet neighborhood and the place has all amenities you could want including bedding, glassware, BBQ on deck, etc. Lori the owner is super pleasant and very easy to work with. Strongly Recommended!
Stayed 49 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Cozy, clean, lovely Hawaiian theme

Felt right at home as soon as I walked in. Amazing balcony with partial ocean view and the sound of ocean waves. Very short walk to beach and a few shops including Starbucks. Neighborhood felt pretty safe. Communication with host was excellent. Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie F.

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

great place

We had a wonderful long term stay. I t was very comfortable as everything was provided in the apartment. It was like going to your own holiday house, thanks for the great stay
Stayed 73 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Forrest H., JACKSONVILLE, FL.

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

Great Beach Apartment

I travel for work and constantly live out of rental properties and hotels. Everything here was wonderful from Lori and the communication, to the amenities and location. There is no washer and dryer, but I am a long term renter, and this place is well worth it without a washer dryer anyway. Not only would I stay here again, but it was really hard to leave. Thanks
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2019