Historic 1887 Carriage House Located On Landmark Property
Cottage in Santa Cruz, CA
3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this cottage rental
***PLEASE NOTE: Minimum stay is four nights. Discounted rates offered for weekly/monthly stays. Special tax free pricing given for stays of 31 nights or more. Strictly non-smoking property.***
625 sq ft one bedroom vacation rental with top of the line amenities: fully stocked gourmet kitchen, sumptuous bathroom, and cozy and romantic bedroom with new memory foam mattress. Ideally suited for an adult couple traveling alone, or with well-behaved pets. Works equally well for short or longer term visits. Eastlake Victorian carriage house, architecturally stunning. Owner received green design award for historic renovation. This unit exudes the charm of a bygone era, but has all the conveniences of modern living. Balcony overlooks main property, garden, and scenic West Cliff Drive. Peek ocean view from balcony. Private on-site parking and plenty of privacy, yet only minutes away from world-class dinning, a dream-like 10k jog/run/stroll right outside your doorstep, scenic vistas, and many opportunities to recreate and enjoy the great outdoors. Owner provides complimentary coffee, decaf, tea, and beverages for your consumption. Garage space available for storage of larger items, and washer/dryer accessible for longer term guests (located in a shared space). Strictly no smoking, please. Pets are cordially welcome for an additional fee---please notify us in advance if traveling with your animal companion.
Also please note: we are fortunate to have temperate, usually quite pleasant weather in Santa Cruz. Due to the historic nature of the building, we were not permitted to install an A/C unit. Please plan accordingly if booking during hot Summer months.
625 sq ft one bedroom vacation rental with top of the line amenities: fully stocked gourmet kitchen, sumptuous bathroom, and cozy and romantic bedroom with new memory foam mattress. Ideally suited for an adult couple traveling alone, or with well-behaved pets. Works equally well for short or longer term visits. Eastlake Victorian carriage house, architecturally stunning. Owner received green design award for historic renovation. This unit exudes the charm of a bygone era, but has all the conveniences of modern living. Balcony overlooks main property, garden, and scenic West Cliff Drive. Peek ocean view from balcony. Private on-site parking and plenty of privacy, yet only minutes away from world-class dinning, a dream-like 10k jog/run/stroll right outside your doorstep, scenic vistas, and many opportunities to recreate and enjoy the great outdoors. Owner provides complimentary coffee, decaf, tea, and beverages for your consumption. Garage space available for storage of larger items, and washer/dryer accessible for longer term guests (located in a shared space). Strictly no smoking, please. Pets are cordially welcome for an additional fee---please notify us in advance if traveling with your animal companion.
Also please note: we are fortunate to have temperate, usually quite pleasant weather in Santa Cruz. Due to the historic nature of the building, we were not permitted to install an A/C unit. Please plan accordingly if booking during hot Summer months.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Santa Cruz, CA
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Reviews
10.0
She was so amazing! We were there for a race of mine and had forgotten some things and she was so quick to offer help. It was so sweet and helped reduce my stress so I could focus on the race. Perfect location and space. So cute and comfy bed, which was much needed! I could go on but I think I’ve made my point. If I come back to do this race again, I will definitely want to stay here.
10.0
My husband & I & our dog, Lottie, just returned from a wonderful four night stay at this wonderful cottage. It is a cozy nest. This was the perfect place for a romantic get-away. Khristina has lovingly converted an old carriage house on her historic property into a guest cottage.
I love to cook! The kitchen is fantastic with a gorgeous vintage style gas stove/oven. To fit the style of her cottage, she has an amazing Smeg retro-style refrigerator. There were plenty of cooking supplies/utensils.
Khristina is a warm, kind wonderful host! She is so friendly & knows so much about her neighborhood. She even brought us an unexpected bottle of amazing wine. I was an enologist/assistant winemaker before I retired & I know how special this wine was...plus we drank it & it was outstanding.
I highly recommend this amazing property.
Yay!
10.0
We loved our time in the cottage and the host was extremely helpful. We cannot wait to visit again.
10.0
The perfect place to get away from it all. The location on West Cliff Drive is amazing, with all the scenery, wildlife, and people watching you could ever want. But the Carriage House itself feels entirely serene and quiet. On the second floor, you can get a peep of the bay and the wharf, birdwatch, appreciate the tree tops, and just barely hear the sea lions barking. The furnishings are comfortable and beautiful. And the bathroom omg the bathroom. My husband and I are now discussing how we can refurbish our bathroom to be more like this one. We hope to be back soon!
10.0
The property is right across from the seashore and Khristina was a kind and attentive host.
10.0
My husband and I stole away an extended weekend to celebrate our Anniversary. This beautiful, relaxing, and stunning carriage house is located north of the boardwalk and south of the surf museum and surfers coves. We spent the entire time walking leisurely along the promenade, loving every moment, preparing food from the sweet open kitchen. The place is so cute with outstanding details that felt so completely home and personal. We cannot wait to return ASAP.
10.0
I absolutely loved staying at the Epworth Carriage House! It was so clean and comfortable and Khristina was very helpful and communicative. The location was perfect and I can't wait to go back to Santa Cruz and stay there again.
10.0
My wife and I enjoyed a fantastic four night stay with our little dog as part of our 20 year wedding anniversary.
The Carriage House is tastefully decorated, well appointed, cozy and comfortable. A modern vintage look and feel. We appreciated all those touches in such an ideal and convenient location.
Great neighborhood, walk to beaches, surfing and wharf views and a short drive to other interests. A keen ear can hear the surf and call of the sealions.
Santa Cruz is very dog friendly, he thoroughly enjoyed himself, going everywhere we went.
We hope to return to continue our adventures.
Thanks for everything.
Best,
John & Andrea
10.0
Lovely property, great location!
10.0
Khristina's carriage house is a perfect place to stay if you're looking for relaxed quiet elegance in an intimate setting. It's ideal location makes walking to the beach, Boardwalk, downtown Santa Cruz or just strolling along West Cliff Dr perfect any time of year. Khristina is a wonderful host and makes you feel like family the moment you arrive. My wife and I are already planning our next visit... it's just that good!
10.0
The carriage house is in a great location in a nice neighborhood. It's an ideal place for walking to the wharf or along West Cliff Drive. Khristina is very responsive and pleasant. The carriage house is just as it looks in the photos, very comfortable and charming. I had a very nice vacation here.
10.0
Our stay in the carriage house was all we hoped it would be and more. It was beautifully restored with great attention to detail. The room was open, bright, airy and a delight to be in. It is a 30 second to the ocean. Khristina was welcoming and gave us history on the carriage house that was really interesting. We loved everything about our stay here and look forward to coming back!!
10.0
eSy and lovely
10.0
This well hidden carriage house was restored beautifully. We so enjoyed our stay! The kitchen was well stocked and functional, but it still had an historic look. For a restoration, the bathroom was exquisite. The bed was super comfortable. We had been in a recent car accident, so this was very important for our old-age aches and pains. We loved our walks with our dog over looking the ocean. We so loved that our elder dog was welcomed. Khristina connected well with us and is an amazing host. We hope to return.
10.0
Property owner very helpful. Awesome cottage. Great location and parking. Quiet and well stocked kitchen.
10.0
We loved our stay. Amazing location walking distance to the boardwalk and downtown. The carriage house is part of a historic landmark, perfectly appointed. Host was super responsive. A+ !
10.0
This was the ideal location for a quiet yet fun weekend getaway. The space is very well maintained and paced with beautiful details.
When we were ready to head out and enjoy Santa Cruz, it was a very short walk to the boardwalk, a short drive to downtown SC.
The hosts were friendly, and very responsive. I’d love to stay for another weekend, and I would recommend the same to my friends!
10.0
This property is adorable and Khristina, the owner/host, is a dream to work with. My daughter and niece loved the carriage house and we would highly recommend it for a lovely stay in Santa Cruz.
10.0
Comfy, quiet and if there were any questions you had an immediate response.
perfect for our needs
10.0
Terry and Kevin's excellent vacation!
Our week at the carriage house was dreamy, almost beyond words...but seeing that this a review, I'll do my best. The grounds are jaw dropping, and when we opened the door to our abode we jumped for joy. My husband and I really really care about where we stay...we're not "dump your suitcase and hit the streets" folks. The carriage house exceeded our expectations in every way.
So very peaceful and comfortable, and don't get me started about the wondrous plank floors! The amenities were thoughtful and welcomed, and starting my day with a cup of great coffee on the balcony, with the wharf in view, has spoiled me for some time to come. The bathroom was spacious and spotless and lovely, the fireplace upped the cozy factor, and the bed was just right. (The sliding barn door is a nice touch, offering privacy and napping options!) The kitchen was just right too...good if you want to cook up a storm or just keep it simple. (Cute mugs, bowls, and plates too, if that's your thing...charming!) We hung out around the dining table a lot, visiting with family and playing cribbage! And the upholstered arm chairs are something I am seriously coveting!
Seriously though, I tend to read reviews from people I don't know, with a grain of salt. That said, we have traveled for a living and have traveled a lot. This carriage house is a no brainer choice. I would, hands down recommend staying here, especially for a couple looking for a romantic and relaxing getaway in Santa Cruz.
Sincerely, Terry and Kevin
10.0
Cozy carriage house
Very cute and convenient for the beach and more
10.0
Santa Cruz Carriage House - My Happy Place
This was my third stay at this property and it is a true gem. The location is amazing and the property is cozy and immaculate. Khristina is the perfect host. She always checks to make sure I have everything I need to ensure my stay runs perfectly. I will be back!
10.0
We Loved it!
What an absolutely lovely place to stay! We loved our time at the Carriage House. Perfect for me and my husband. Great accommodations, great location. We hope to stay here again when we next visit Santa Cruz! Thank you, Khristina - you were the perfect host.
10.0
Perfect in Every Way
A friend and I stayed at this adorable carriage house while in Santa Cruz for the Ironman 70.3 race. The location was perfect for the event -- close to everything, but also enough away that we could escape the hustle bustle of a race weekend. Easy walk to Ironman Village and the race start. The host was so pleasant and helpful, and we arrived to find everything we needed for a comfortable weekend. Highly recommend!
10.0
Glorious setting in a beautiful location.
This property is so authentic and lovely in every detail. We look forward to our return visit sometime.
10.0
Perfect getaway!
This is an amazing place to stay!
The carriage house was so tastefully done and the quality of the linens and attention to details could not be better!
High quality fixtures and appliances and the kitchen had everything we needed.
The host was very helpful and such a delight.
We will definitely be back!
10.0
Blissful & Bustling
We were in Santa Cruz for a very sad reason (my sister's memorial), but staying at Khristina's charming Carriage house somehow made it better. Clean & comfortable with the BEST SHOWER EVER! And really great location!
10.0
Amazing Beach Rental
This wonderful little carriage house beach rental has it all. It is meticulously maintained and couldn't be more charming. The location is perfect for walks along W Cliff Drive, getting a bite to eat at the wharf or heading to the sand, surf or boardwalk. This was my second visit and I will most definitely come again. I recommend it highly.
10.0
Wonderful Christmas!
We stayed here for a week over the Christmas holiday. The location was great, walking distance to the wharf and lots of places to get food. The unit was so cute, clean and very well appointed. The shower is terrific! The owner is easy to communicate with throughout the whole process.
6.0
Good location, poor preparation from pre-occupancy
Nice place if clean, but that was weak. Only a very small amount of dated coffee provided, 3 months old and dated 9/2. The sugar tray was empty and there was no creamer so I went to Starbucks and all was well but I later discovered that there were no filters for the coffee maker. Also the pepper grinder was empty whenwe bought a quart of soup at the wharf.
10.0
Charm and Location
Everything was as described or better. The host was very responsive. We highly recommend this unique property!
10.0
Adorable carriage House right near the beach
Yeah this was simply an adorable redone carriage house from the 1800s. Steps to the beach and dog friendly. We loved everything about it such an amazing stove as well. Original floors were fantastic. The neighborhood is beautifully manicured the people are nice and even in the middle of a pandemic you can walk your dog all over and breathe fresh air. Surrounding Redwood Capitola Carmel all wonderful. The hostess was lovely great communicator. Thank you
10.0
West Cliff Drive Carriage House
The property is very nice and exactly as advertised. Beach access is right across the street. You can walk to the Santa Cruz Wharf, where there are several seafood restaurants and various shops. West Cliff Drive is great for walking with or without your dog.
10.0
A historic gem!
Beautifully renovated late 1880 carriage house with all the modern conveniences. So comfortable! fantastic location, close to everything but set back just enough to be quiet and tranquil. I’d walk our dogs each morning up to Its Beach just past the Lighthouse museum for a great off-leash dog romp - can be crowded but everyone is very friendly and accommodating to make it work. It was cool in the evenings this time of year but the gas stove heats up the space very quickly and we snuggled in. A great romantic getaway for us (with our dogs!).
10.0
Perfect!
Had a great stay!
10.0
Beautiful place and location is the best.
We stayed at the carriage house for 4 nights and enjoyed every minute. A lot of thought when into this space, very nice!
10.0
Unique space with wonderful character
This is a beautiful space in a perfect location, which absolutely made our stay in Santa Cruz. We loved having our own well-appointed place in a quiet spot that was still close to the beach. Khristina was very personable and helpful, which made our stay comfortable and easy. We were sad to have to leave!
10.0
Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location, adorable place, and well appointed. We love staying here.
10.0
Beautifully charming
Wonderful rental with everything you need, exceptional bathroom, great water pressure in the shower, friendly owner, and comfortable bed. My favorite part was all the charming details of the carriage house.
10.0
Visiting Santa Cruz and want to be near the beaches and Boardwalk and Wharf?
Can't beat this really nice convenient place. Very private and comfortable. Easy walk to everything. Pretty much perfect. Nice living area with full kitchen and nice bedroom. The shower in the bathroom is fabulous. Easy to deal with owner. No one downstairs so completre privacy. So glad we visited!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Santa Cruz?
The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz is $347 per night. This rental is $166 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic 1887 Carriage House Located On Landmark Property. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Historic 1887 Carriage House Located On Landmark Property pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Historic 1887 Carriage House Located On Landmark Property?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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