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CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB

Family-friendly holiday home in Santa Cruz with a hot tub

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Exterior
Dining
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

A family-friendly stay in Santa Cruz awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Moran Lake Beach and Santa Maria's Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a patio, a fenced private garden and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Eastside Santa Cruz holiday home include Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Moran Lake Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pleasure Pizza - East Side Eatery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 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.

CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB

SC County VR Permit #CO00012.
Custom built by and for the owners. This 1500 square foot, two bedroom, 1 bath house has much to offer the active beach lover in addition to the sun worshipping lounger.
Ideally located one block up from 26th Ave beach and conveniently centered in Santa Cruz from Capitola to downtown Santa Cruz and the World famous Beach Boardwalk. This sweet beach home beckons visitors to relax in a peaceful atmosphere. Fall asleep to the sounds of crashing waves and wake up to the scent of the ocean. Guests can walk or bike to many desired places around town and avoid the hassles of driving and parking. Guests love staying in our friendly neighborhood, walking, playing at the beach, watching surfers and abundant wildlife just off our shoreline.
This house is a breath of fresh air with an open floor plan, hardwood floors, fireplace centerpiece, vaulted ceilings, skylights, spacious kitchen and living area.
The gourmet kitchen is a food lovers delight, focused around a granite slab island for easy gathering and food prep. There is a double electric oven, 5 burner gas stove top, warming drawer, microwave oven, TVs throughout the house.
The kitchen is stocked with basic cooking essentials. There are fresh flowers and living plants throughout the house.
*Provision services or catering can be provided by request. For example, local farmers market produce and fresh local fish.
In addition to the comforts of this home, guests can enjoy the fireplace on cool Central Coast evenings as well as the deluxe Dimension One therapy hot tub and convenient outdoor shower after a surf session or beach run. The outdoor yards are wonderfully manicured and fully fenced. There is a Weber gas BBQ, patio furniture, umbrella, fire pit and hammock in the back yard. Washing machine and dryer in garage. Off street parking for several cars.
For the working vacation, wireless high speed internet is available throughout the house.
Active families will appreciate this house has available wetsuits, boogie boards, beach chairs, wagon, beach toys, Pack and Play, high chair lots of children's books and toys in garage as well as movies. The Live Oak library is a short walk away and is surrounded by Corcoran Lagoon which is home to Great White Herons and many other types of animals and birds.There is wood for beach bonfires and a small portable BB-Q.
There are so many great things to do in our neighborhood that it is possible to spend a week or longer and never have to drive anywhere.
During the Summer months and holiday breaks there is a five day minimum stay, unless there are small gaps between to be filled in for shorter visits.


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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: 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
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
The departure instructions are listed on the contract that is on the booking website as well as posted on the refrigerator in the house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

6 guests Max Spa rules must be adhered to. Registered renters only to use the spa. No visiting pets inside house. Quite time 10PM to 8AM
No Parties

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Summertime FUN @26th Beach
Fall In SC Sun Sand & Surf Santa Cruz
Spring Into 2021 @ the Beach in Santa Cruz
Fall In SC Sun Sand & Surf Private vacation home
Fall In SC Sun Sand & Surf Private vacation home Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB?

Yep, CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB is a short 16-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB have a pool?

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

What luxury perks are available at CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB.

Is CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB?

No, CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB?

No, pets are not allowed.

CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 261 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tadashi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this house! The front yard is amazing and very relaxing. We enjoyed the hot tub and hammock in the backyard. The location is great and a short walk from the beach. The house was exactly how the pictures looked. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location near the beach and easy drive to restaurants and grocery stores. Cathy was easy to communicate with and offered earlier check-in when the cleaners were done. Our family had a wonderful time with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Amanda M.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a beautifully decorated home. It was incredibly well appointed and space to hang towels, just do well thought out to be easy and pleasing for any guest. There were so many wetsuits of all sizes and games and books. Very comfortable sleeping. Probably one of the best I’ve ever stayed at. So close to the beach and lovely walking. I would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully decorated, great layout, with healthy plants and flower arrangements throughout the house. Clean and well-equipped. Owner super nice, very helpful.Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable stay for our family trip. Lots of games to try and the kids loved reading in the hammock. Short walk to the beach where we saw lots of wildlife and folks enjoying the surf. Convenient to everything we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cathy's beach cottage is a perfect place to stay in Santa Cruz. Easy walk or bike to the local beaches. She provides a few bikes/beach chairs/boogey boards which is so nice. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to enjoy a relaxing stay. Cathy had great recommendations for things to do and was easy to get in touch with. The property is really beautiful. We didn't want to leave!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeza K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay. Great location and very clean! Cathy was an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super easy and great location

Without even asking the host reached out to let us know the property would be available early to us. We didn’t end up coming in early but it was a nice surprise that we could have since we were traveling with 3 young kids. Check in/out are super simple, basically just walk in and out. Very quiet neighborhood with lots of people walking their dogs etc and close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cathy’s home is the best rental we have stayed at, and she is very thoughtful to have things available for children and families to use. She was very communicative and willing to assist, and the home exceeded what the listing described it as! I hope to be able to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Garden Cottage stay

Very nicely decorated and so many beautiful flowers surround the property. Communication with Cathy was very easy and she responded right away. We had everything we could possibly need for our stay. Nice quiet neighborhood and close to the beach and other things you may want to do in the area! Would highly recommend this property to anyone coming to Santa Cruz!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Cruz escapade

Extremely pleasant stay.Good location. Clean and well appointed.Timely communications with Owners.Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy 'Cottage'

Great location. Quiet neighborhood but still very close to all things Capitola. Gracious hosts. Clean, cheery, comfortable home. Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend

I am actually a longtime resident of the area and wanted to treat myself to a staycation for my birthday, so I knew that the house was in a great area near my fav beach. (Walking distance!) The house was perfect, so comfortable with a great, well-stocked kitchen and cool extras like bicycles, movies and games, boogie boards and wetsuits and more. The hosts were so nice and easy to communicate with and ready to help in any way!Now I know where my visiting family can sta!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy and Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint and Quiet

Cathy’s home was perfect for our little family. We enjoyed the hot tub, walking to the ocean staircase, and little surprise visits from Sam. The house is well-stocked and very clean. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

There's always something, about every place we've stayed. But this place - communicative/friendly owners, clean, amenities, great location - we definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Home away from Home

This cottage was perfect in every way…cleanliness, location, beautiful space indoors and out, and it was stocked with everything we needed. The host was easy to reach if I had a question and was more than gracious in her responses. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beach House from Heaven

We absolutely LOVED staying at this beautiful home! Me and my bestie and our kids had everything we needed and more! It’s beautiful, cozy, calming, peaceful and we will definitely be back! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Christmas

The combination of the holiday decorations, well equipped/well designed kitchen, sizable dining room table and comfortable couches, chairs beds made for another wonderful family Christmas. The birds, the fresh flowers in and out plus the location topped off the experience. Exceptionally homey
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sabina p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place

We stayed right before the Christmas holiday. The house was decorated with a tree, Christmas lights and cute decorations. Close to the beach and to downtown. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

Really cozy with easy check in process, would rent again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving in Santa Cruz

Met up with family for Thanksgiving. The property was wonderful and we couldn’t have asked for anything better. The owners are great and hopefully, we’ll be able to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024