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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4135.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, Ca
  • Main Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location

Boardwalk Dream

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Look out over the popular and vibrant Beach Boardwalk when you stay at this contemporary and stylish, two-bedroom Santa Cruz vacation rental! With ocean views of both the boardwalk and the wharf, free WiFi, and even a Blu-ray player, this Boardwalk Dream promises all the comforts of home in an unbeatable location!

In the very desirable Beach Hill neighborhood, you'll be right in the heart of this iconic California coastal town. Just three blocks from the well-known Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the sand itself, you'll have easy access to restaurants, museums, galleries, and more just steps away. Attractions like the Roaring Camp Steam Engine, Pasatiempo Golf Course, and Natural Bridges State Park are also just a short drive from this gorgeous Santa Cruz retreat.

Spacious and bright with tall ceilings, this Santa Cruz condo will allow your whole group to spread out with a large, open floor plan. The well-designed kitchen is fully-stocked with all the major appliances that you would expect, including a dishwasher. Counter top gadgets include a coffee grinder, blender, toaster, and a microwave. Everything from lazy weekend brunches to multi-course dinners will be no problem here!

The dining room table will seat up to six, and in the adjacent living room you can curl up on the couch for some DVDs on the Blu-ray player or cable on the wall-mounted, flatscreen TV.

This home offers a private washer and dryer for guest use.

During your stay, be sure to walk the five minutes to the nearby San Lorenzo River path, right to the vibrant downtown area for unique shops, cafes, bars, and galleries. Main Beach is only two blocks away, a popular family beach for many in the San Francisco Bay area. And the awesome Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, one of the oldest amusement parks in California, offers an historic wood roller coaster, other rides, games, and even free live music in the summer - an easy walk right from your front door!

Visit Municipal Wharf and listen to the calls of the sea lions, rent surf boards and hit Cowell's Beach in search of the perfect wave, or rent some bikes and explore some of the nearby paved trails. Other attractions include the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, a day trip to San Francisco, just under an hour and a half north or the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, only 43 miles south.

Perfect for two couples traveling together with kids or a family getaway, this Central California Coast vacation rental will have everyone enjoying a sunny and adventure-filled Santa Cruz getaway!

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 3.

Security camera details: This home is equipped with a surveillance camera to provide security for the home. This security feature is located inside the garage area.



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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
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
Property Registration Number STR18-0026

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home 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 Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, Ca

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vibrant home with breathtaking views & convenient location 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 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 131 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nanette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Stay in Santa Cruz

Nice area, but we didn't k know ahead of time that they're weteso many stairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Excellent location

Wonderful location, close to the pier and boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

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

Great location

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

Great Apartment!

Boardwalk Dream perfectly fit our needs. It was spacious, clean and well-equipped. The location was walking distance from the boardwalk, Santa Cruz Pier and beach, where we could see the amazing sea lions. It was wonderful to hear the sound of the waves from our balcony, and we greatly appreciated the convenient washer & dryer. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Melissa B.

Boardwalk

So close to the boardwalk, wharf and beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Samantha R.

Cute place-Great location!

Loved that I could see the boardwalk from balcony and walking distance to boardwalk and wharf.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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6/10 Okay

David G.

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Good location to lots of places.
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10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Perfect location

Easy walk to wharf and rides. Perfect. Home clean with all you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia D.

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

Great Location!

It was a lovely stay. Everything was easy and straightforward. The location is 2 blocks from the boardwalk so that is wonderful! The house is well apportioned as well. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Amy L.

Good location

The location is convenient, close to the boardwalk and beach. I that this place has a garage to park in. It’s tight, but our larger SUV did fit. The house was clean when we arrived, and after you open up the windows, cools down quick. The only downside is the primary bedroom mattress is so uncomfortable. We barely slept and are so sore after 2 nights. This would be the only thing stopping us from renting this house again.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Relaxation Destination

The house was perfect for a reunion with my bestie! Its location is prime, the patio is magazine worthy, and the home felt so homey!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Expedia priced this property at such an affordable price!! I will keep booking my vacations through Expedia. The property was very very clean. A very easy 2 to 3 block walk down to the beach. It had great accommodations making this whole experience good. Check in and out we’re beyond easy. I can’t wait to book again with everyone! Thank you for helping to give us an affordable and good vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Julie O.

Good location and function

If you are looking for a place close to the boardwalk and with lots of space for up to 6 people, this is a good option. The one car garage and extra parking space are a plus. The view from the balcony is very nice at the beginning and end of the day. There is plenty of gathering and alone space. Keep in mind that this is three levels so lots of stairs. The decor and guest comforts are bare minimum and could be improved. Very dated and lacking but fine. Don't expect a home that has all you need (extra blankets, interior decorating, TV in every room, etc...) and you will not be disappointed with the location and space. We personally would stay again but wish the owner would invest a little more.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Perfect Boardwalk location

5 minutes from the boardwalk, plenty of towels & cooking supplies. Clean and shinny on arrival. Nice to have a garage to park in.
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10/10 Excellent

Brady M.

Great location and amenities

The location was perfect. 2 block walk to the beach, 4 blocks to the boardwalk. Less expensive than hotels. Bathrooms were very clean. Nice view from the balcony. Kitchen amenities worked well and there was plenty of parking. Thank you so much. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Great spot

Nicely decorated townhouse centrally located to the boardwalk etc Lots of stairs but manageable. Good sized rooms and full kitchen. Bed in master could be replaced as not so comfortable and needs more blankets. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Great Vacation home

This one of the cleanest homes I have stayed in. It had a great selection of cookware. The home was stocked with beach toys, beach towels, boogie boards, and 2 beach chairs. The dumbwaiter was an unbelievable asset making unpacking and packing a snap. A really easy 3 or 2 block walk to the beach which helped keep my car clean. Having a garage to keep my car in was such peace of mind and convenience. It is a really tight fit getting in but if you fold your mirrors in it’s doable even for a Toyota sienna. We all greatly enjoyed our experience and wish more vacation rentals offered this much accommodations and cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Erika S.

Boardwalk Dreams for family of five.

Pros: perfect location, beautiful property, fun town Cons: internet connection weak, TVs hard to figure out, master mattress not soft enough (but I know how hard to it to ease everyone here) Hard to watch little kids over three floors.

4/10 Poor

Janet E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

No A/C - No screens on windows

This unit does not state they did not have A/C and no screens in windows in bedrooms so no way to get air into bedroom’s unless you wanted bugs to fly in. Only 1 small and 1 box fan for circulation. They also have 3 flights of stairs and I feel that should be noted in the unit as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna S.

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

Great location and view!

Enjoyed the stay, nice quiet neighborhood 5 minutes from the wharf. Many stairs but there is a dumbwaiter. Needs a little polishing but otherwise a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Great house!

The place was absolutely adorable! It had a great view of the boardwalk and is walking distance to the beach. The showers there have amazing pressure! We loved that there were beach towels available and toys to play in the sand and make sand castles! Thank you for letting us rent your home for our first time in Cali! The only complaints and things to worry about are: The stairs are horrendous if you have bad knees (which we expected, but just as a warning to others) and the master bed isn’t comfortable at all. Way too soft! For some reason the smart tv upstairs won’t let you in Netflix but the one in the master bedroom will, so bring some games to play in the evening!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

No AC

This house was ok. Not spectacular not awful but it suited a need for a stay. There is no AC in this house and if you are lucky like me you get to have an open window that your toddler can fall out of while listening to the neighbors sound like they are drowning a cat while singing karaoke to each other. However it’s not the leasing company’s fault the neighbors are gone deaf. I would not bring a toddler or younger here or anyone with disabilities even just old age. I put that on myself as I should have found somewhere that was safer for my toddler and elderly mom. Having the garage is nice. I was glad I could park my car and just walk in, only issue was the security camera is inside the garage which leaves no privacy inside the house and you have to walk past wide open windows to the outside that anyone can look into so the safety of an attached garage is out the window. There are two more uncovered windows so make sure you aren’t walking up or down the stairs after a shower in the random full bathroom on the top floor with no bedrooms. All in all it was a good stay. I just wouldn’t stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

David M.

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

Good location but a bit run down and not clean

Location is good. You can walk to the beach and boardwalk. Street is quiet. The property is not in good repair in general, but that seems to be how Santa Cruz is. One complaint is the floors are so dirty that they turn socks black. The kitchen is also missing some basics, like more than 4 sets of silverware.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

John H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Boardwalk Nightmare

Way out of date interior needs better cleaning. The place needs a coat of paint. Soap and shampoo is powder in biodegradable containers… it’s horrible. No A/C. Three stories… get ready to climb stairs. Noisy neighbor dog barking at night…. Ya, I recommend it🚫
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kate M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This is a great place to stay. The location is lovely- set back from boardwalk chaos but close enough to ride your bikes or walk places. Some things to note: the second floor has both bedrooms, and they are to share the bathroom. The second bathroom is on the third floor, where the kitchen, dining room, and living room areas are. The main bedroom has limited lighting as there are no overhead lights. The garage door didn't work, so we had to open it manually. When you do book this place, make sure you go through your vacasa email and get details on your trip so that you can confirm your identity and get all of the check-in instructions. SERIOUSLY IMPORTANT: BRING YOUR OWN LINENS! All the linens, pillowcases, and bedding had stains on them.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

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