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Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!

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A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a river and town.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a wall with a painting.
A single-story house with a green exterior and a front porch.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with stools.
A living room with a dining area, a glass coffee table, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

This holiday home puts you in the centre of Santa Cruz, 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .In the area of this Westside Santa Cruz holiday home, you'll find Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seabright Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪California Wraps - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brews At The Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!

Amazing location and views, this house captures the very essence of Santa Cruz. Walk to boardwalk, Seabright beach, the wharf, the yacht harbor, downtown Seabright and its variety of restaurants,......there are so many choices, you may choose not to drive during your entire stay.....And with our open floor plan, large windows, huge deck, and amazing views, you may choose not to even leave the house.

This house is perfect for a family retreat. The 35 foot long deck offers amazing views, a BBQ, and tables and chairs for outdoor dining. The dining room/great room has a large table with seating for 8 but can easily hold 10. A large supply of games and puzzles offers more family fun time around the table. Walk downstairs to a huge 'hangout' room that boasts a large flat screen TV with satellite and DVD. There is a love seat, easy chair, sofa/sleeper, and papazan chair for comfortable seating. There are also extra sleeping mats and bean bag chairs in the closets.

The master bedroom offers a queen bed, large flat screen with Dish TV and DVR, and a magnificent view. Bedroom 2 offers a queen bed, and bedroom 3 has a king bed and Dish TV. This house is ideally set up to be shared by two families. With 3 bedrooms and baths, each couple can have their own bedroom, while the kids can pull out the sofa sleeper, throw down some of the provided floor mats, and have a sleep-over in the family room.

For your enjoyment we also provide 2 beach cruisers, a beach umbrella, beach chairs, boogie boards, and an ice chest.

For added convenience and comfort we supply all towels and linens, toilet paper and paper towels.

Come fall in love with our house as so many others have done.

Keywords: Ideal Location, Amazing View, Walking Distance to Boardwalk, Beaches, Wharf, Yacht Harbor

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return parking permits
Start a load of towels in the washer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 001078

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!?

Yep, Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, kayaking and sailing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!?

No, Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 294 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and roomy. The location was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a stress free stay every time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location especially if you want to visit the boardwalk. An actual 10 minute walk to get to the keddie section of Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with his and location couldn't get closer to the boardwalk! Awesome experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our experience with this property exceeded my expectations. Everything was delivered as promised. The experience was exactly what my family and friends needed. If I come back to Santa Cruz in the near future, I’ll try to come back here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy short walk to the Boardwalk. Kitchen and refrigerator very clean. Close to lots of things to do, stores and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property had everything needed for my family! Kitchen had everything needed and the BBQ was an added bonus. Everything you could need for the beach was avaliable. Perfect vacation rental for family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, comfortable beds, the deck and patio are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! Very clean, totally equipped with more than you can imagine, proximity to boardwalk was 5 minute walk! The house is just as the pictures portray! Would definitely stay here again!! The host was very communicative! We had a great 4 day stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good! Beautiful house and setting. Very convenient!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We liked that he place had bikes to ride and the downstairs space was so large. 2 of the 3 bathrooms had tubs and that’s always a plus for us!We didn’t cook so we can’t speak to that, but the kitchen had plenty of plates, glasses and cork screw!The walk to the beach was easy and short!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and layout for our family over Thanksgiving. We appreciated the beautiful view and walking distance to the boardwalk and playground nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed. Stunning view and good time with family on outside deck. We Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was fantastic. The home worked GREAT for the 6 of us, and even when we entertained an additional 6 people, there was plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay

Great house, great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren communicates well and is quite responsive. We very much enjoyed out stay in her house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our 2nd time staying there. We love the location, you can walked everywhere. Dinner, beach and coffee shops as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stay at Buena Vista

It was great to be so close to my sister’s house where we were having a family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Was great walking distance to boardwalk and the wharf
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and wonderful host.

We come back to this house every year. Wonderful home and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

91st B-day Celebration.

We enjoyed our stay and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. This is our fifth year in a row staying here. The house is very well stocked with practically everything a family would need!Thank-you again Lauren.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vacation stay

Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy guests

We enjoyed our stay very much. Nice house and good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location to Boardwalk is Exceptional! Roomy Home as well!

We would stay here again. Thanks Lauren for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024