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Walk To Seabright Beach, The Santa Cruz Boardwalk And Yacht Harbor!

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Seabright beach looking south toward the lighthouse.
Exterior
Main hallway, view from the front door.
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Walk To Seabright Beach, The Santa Cruz Boardwalk And Yacht Harbor!

Welcoming, spacious, family-friendly townhome in the Santa Cruz Seabright neighborhood. Residence is located on a quiet street, convenient to Seabright Avenue and many restaurants (Linda’s Seabreeze Cafe, La Posta, Engfer’s Pizza, Betty’s Burgers, Seabright Brewery and fantastic coffee at Java Junction or Verve….), The Santa Cruz Museum Of Natural History and Pacific Edge Climbing Gym. Easy walk to the Yacht Harbor or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Townhome is four blocks to Seabright Beach--the largest beach in Santa Cruz with views of the Lighthouse.
The townhome has three levels providing a generous amount of living space, very conducive for families. Two off-street parking areas go with the rental unit. Both the master bedroom and 2nd bedroom have queen-size beds and full baths. Plenty of closet space and storage. The Master Br has direct access to the lower deck. Storage unit on lower deck has beach chairs, sand toys, boogie boards and beach blankets. The third bedroom is a large loft on the upper level with ceiling fan and is accessed by a circular staircase. Loft room has four twin beds, perfect for 4 Kids or comfortable for several adults. Loft closet is stocked with games.
The washer/dryer is on the lower level. The main level includes a separate living room, dining room, galley kitchen and half bath. Large deck off the living room with KitchenAid gas grill and Adirondack chairs. Kitchen is fully equipped with microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, and blender. All necessary cookware available for dining in. Townhouse is an easy drive to Whole Foods, Safeway, or Staff of Life for groceries. The dining room seats six and will expand to seat up to eight. Counter bar divides kitchen and dining area. The living room is a great place to relax and unwind. High definition LED TV with Cable and high-speed Internet (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.). Internet access throughout the house. All towels (indoor/beach), linens and soap/shampoos provided. Hairdryer Available. First aid kit. House is not air conditioned, but most homes in Santa Cruz are not. Floor fans available.

Property manager

Linda MacKenzie / Steve Shevick
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
We rent to family groups, only.
Check in/check out times may vary, depending on the rental season and are determined by the owner.
Our rental is subject to City of Santa Cruz Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT#706-954) which are collected directly from all renters through VRBO.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Eastside 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. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk To Seabright Beach, The Santa Cruz Boardwalk And Yacht Harbor! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk To Seabright Beach, The Santa Cruz Boardwalk And Yacht Harbor!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk To Seabright Beach, The Santa Cruz Boardwalk And Yacht Harbor!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk To Seabright Beach, The Santa Cruz Boardwalk And Yacht Harbor! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Eastside Santa Cruz holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica H.

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

excellent

We had a great stay! Everything was as advertised, and lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

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

Wonderful stay!

So nice and close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

T H.

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

Beautiful home and location

We had a wonderful stay in Santa Cruz at Linda and Steve's! The hosts were so welcoming and communicative and their home was just beautiful. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

Great getaway

Very nice location for a local getaway. Lovely, well appointed house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

A Fabulous Stay

This property is beautiful: tons of stylish touches, has everything you need, and is in a safe spot just minutes from the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie L.

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

Great Santa Cruz townhouse

Beautiful updated kitchen. Well equiped. All appliance worked well. Comfortable beds. Be sure that you are fit enough to manage stairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deann B.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taya S.

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

Perfect Santa Cruz experience

We loved our stay. The home was spacious as welcoming. Lots of great info about local sites to visit and everything a family could need for a great vacation. The adults and kids both loved it and it was a great home to come back to after our days on the water. Will return for sure! Great home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

First stop for our California holiday

Great spot - walkable to boardwalk and beaches. Also To the whale watching wharf. Private off street parking. 2 bikes to use. Comfy-ish beds - a little soft for our preference but many like that. The upstairs area for the three singles was cool; but it could benefit from living room curtains to keep darker in the AM. Great comms, kitchen excellently equipped. Thanks!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

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

Home Base

Santa Cruz was our home base for venturing out. I picked this location because of its proximity to the boardwalk and hoping that it was quiet - it was both. It had everything we needed and the kids loved the loft. It was a perfect fit for our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin F.

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

Great place!

Couldn't be better. Bikes, toys, boogie boards, beach chairs, beach towels, etc., etc., Everything we could have wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Family visit

This is the second time we’ve stayed at this property and it was once again perfect. It has everything you need for a visit to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

We had a fabulous time, thank you!!!

Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

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

Graduation!

Fantastic. House was made for large groups. Was very thankful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Wonderful place!

This place was very clean, stocked and very welcoming! This was a great find!! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D W.

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

Weekend trip

The reviews were accurate. Nice quiet area and walkable to boardwalk and good simple eateries
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne A.

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

Great for a getaway

We had a comfortable stay and fun-filled weekend. The decor is cute and interesting. We loved the layout, with quiet bedrooms down below, the main floor for cooking and socializing, and a loft for the kids. We were very happy with the modern and well-equipped kitchen. You can't beat the location, either! An easy walk to the Boardwalk; and don't miss the hidden gem of the Santa Cruz Natural History Museum. One watch out: the loft has a lovely skylight, but there is no curtain or window shade - so if your kiddos wake up with the light, they won't be sleeping in past dawn!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

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

Great family stay near the beach!

Very cozy and well-stocked location just blocks from the beach. Lots of beach gear for outings, books and games for indoor activities and even a basket of stuffies for kids! Would definitely stay here again, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

S R.

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

Great location, well-thought-out floor plan

This house had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The three-floor layout was great for our family; we could be together as much as we wanted but also have a place for quiet time. The house was very clean, the beds comfortable, the shower nice and hot. The kitchen was well stocked with servicewear and cookwear, plus napkins and paper towels. We also liked how the owners decorated -- local flavor without being "beach cheesy." The location was central and felt safe. We'd stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H., Boise

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

Amazing stay

My family and I loved our stay. We had more than enough space for the 4 of us and it was clean and very comfortable. We loved looking at all the different art work too. It was so nice and convenient to be able to walk to the beach and boardwalk. We would definitely come back again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chloe S.

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

A perfect homebase

The home is so cozy, well decorated, and a great place to act as home base as you explore around Santa Cruz. My children adored the loft with it's toys and games and my teen was glad for her own space downstairs. We are planning our next trip already!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Elopement and family vacation

Our place was in the best location! My now husband and I were familiar with Santa Cruz and wanted to combine our elopement with an experience with my kids. The space was perfect for the kids, ages from 18-11. The accommodations were plentiful: beds were comfortable, beach cruisers, beach accessories, etc. We could walk or bike just about anywhere and it made for a beautiful time. Thank you so much.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Wonderful Place

Couldn't speak more highly of the owners and the place. Very conveniently located, clean, and the beds were super comfortable. I would rate it 5 stars, but one recommendation for the future would be to change the cleaning supplies to something with less of a smell. When we got in the smell was pretty strong downstairs and we had to air it out. Otherwise, it was fantastic and would 100% rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

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

Perfect stay

What a perfect place for us to stay. We were in Santa Cruz for a wedding and the rental was so close to everything that we hardly had to drive. There’s the Boardwalk as well as a number of restaurants and the beach easily in walking distance. The house is well equipped with all kinds of beach toys, chairs, boogie boards, etc. pretty much everything needed for a fun day at the beach is there. It is set up well for two sets of adults with two kids (12 & 10) and it offered everything we needed for a great time at the coast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy C.

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

Great family get away

The house is in a perfect location and very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Linda MacKenzie / Steve Shevick

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Why they chose this property

Our family has been visiting Santa Cruz area for over 25 years. We're so excited to finally have our own place in the Seabright neighborhood, close to our favorite places, spaces and restaurants. Come visit soon.....start creating your own family memories!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests