Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4.6
Outstanding(36 Reviews)

House in Santa Cruz, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more

About this house rental

Beach Hill Bungalow

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Come and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in Santa Cruz, California at Beach Hill Bungalow! This charming retreat offers nothing but comfort and convenience. The living space is cozy and invites you to kick back and relax immediately. Curl up in the sofa or recliner and stream your favorite shows on the wall-mounted flatscreen TV for a fun afternoon, or sit outside in the patio to admire the views of the neighborhood and watch the cars pass by. The kitchen area might be small, but it offers everything you could ever need to prepare everything you want, from quick meals to beach snacks or full-course meals. Beach Hill Bungalow is perfect for a thrilling beach-cation with your family or best friends, or a romantic escapade for you and your loved one.

WHAT’S NEARBY
The biggest perk of this retreat is the location. Downtown Santa Cruz is two and a half blocks away; there, you'll find yourself surrounded by an eclectic downtown scene offering street performers, local boutiques, vintage stores, and dining on any cuisine you might desire. Dining options and convenience stores abound nearby, so you shouldn't have any problem finding them. The San Lorenzo River is just a short walk away, as well as the well-known and iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, which is is one of the town’s main draws, offering family-friendly fun year-round. Visit Municipal Wharf and listen to the calls of the sea lions, rent surfboards and hit Cowell's Beach in search of the perfect wave, or rent some bikes and explore some of the nearby paved trails. You better pack your sunscreen and beach towel! The soft sands of Santa Cruz Beach are less than half a mile from you! Other attractions include the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, a day trip to San Francisco (77.5 miles), and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, only 46 miles south.

THINGS TO KNOW
This is one half of a duplex. The owner lives in the other half of this duplex, and the shared walls are separated by closets on each side.
Parking permit required on 2nd Street year-round. On Younger Way and 3rd St, a permit is required only seasonally, May-September. A permit is provided by the owner and is always returned to the coffee table in the TV room. Please don't forget to return the parking permit.

Parking notes: No parking available.




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.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

Reviews

4.6
Outstanding(36 Reviews)
4.6
Mar 2024
My three young sons and I enjoyed a two-night stay at this charming little cottage. It was a tight fit for the four of us but we were willing to compromise on space in order to be so near the beach! The neighborhood felt safe and is very quaint. We have stayed at another house nearby and didn't have any trouble with the neighborhood either. Parking is limited but since our stay was in the off season we didn't have any trouble finding a spot near the house. The kitchen was decently stocked and allowed us to make all of our meals there. Don't forget to bring your own foil, plastic wrap and storage bags and seasonings if you want more than salt and pepper. I also recommend bringing your own shower soaps. We loved the neat, clean, little cottage!
4.6
Oct 2023
You enter the front door into the one small bedroom with a queen bed, providing no privacy. That room leads to another small sitting room with a futon and chair to a small back kitchen and full bath. The bath has an old fashioned claw foot tub. Both the tub and sink drained poorly. The bathroom door knob was falling off and the knob to the toilet is very loose. The shower curtain rod had become detached from the wall and ceiling. (The owner did come quickly to make necessary repairs). The futon was not a comfortable sleep, and there are no washer and dryer available. However, the place was clean and is within walking distance to the beach and broad walk. This may be a good short-term stay for 1 guest or a couple. However, we saw more updated places and better layout for comparable prices.
4.6
Aug 2023
My husband and I just got married last weekend and wanted to do a little mini moon getaway in Santa Cruz. The bungalow is cute and perfect distance from the beach/boardwalk and downtown. Our only recommendation would be a mattress topper for the bed. The bed was very uncomfortable and we both had backaches every morning. Other than that, we highly recommend!
4.6
Jul 2023
We stayed for 26 days in Santa Cruz to help out and spend time with our daughter, son-in-law, 3 yr old granddaughter and newborn grandson. We have stayed in Santa Cruz many times but not close to the boardwalk. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This location was perfect to spend time with our daughter's family during the day and able to enjoy the evenings downtown and at the boardwalk. The house is half of a duplex with the owner, Keith next door. He is so nice, friendly and very helpful as to giving us recommendations of favorite places to go close by. The house was clean, bed comfortable, and good shower pressure. The kitchen was clean and had what we needed. The location was on a quiet street and street parking was easy to find. A parking pass was provided. We would definitely book a stay here again.
4.6
Jan 2023
This home had one thing going for it, it was clean. Wi-Fi works. Moldy shower curtain that hits you while you shower, only eco pods to use for bathing and cleaning hair. Glad I brought my own. It was me and a friend so she slept in bed I the futon no blanket provided but used VACASA.com beach towels to keep warm. No parking, he lied. You may have to park blocks away or move car frequently as meters run out or not allowed to park certain hours. Neither owner who lives next door helpful or VACASA either. READ carefully when booking thought using Airbnb site but this 3rd party involved.
4.6
Nov 2022
Cozy little place that was comfortable and quaint. The location can’t be beat! We parked and walked to the beach and boardwalk multiple times during our stay and barely drove unless we wanted to go to the movies or on an excursion. It really is a 5 minute walk just have to trek up a hill. It is an older home and small with a bedroom as soon as you walk in and kind of an awkward bathroom, but everything was clean and worked. Our kids happily slept in the other room on the futon (ages 8 & 10) and loved the tv and access to Netflix kids and Amazon Prime. We also enjoyed the convenience of the full size fridge, microwave and stove. We brought a lot of food/drink for our family and it did save us a lot of money making lunches, breakfast and dinner if we wanted to stay in. The front porch was very nice to sit and drink a glass of wine or play cards. The neighborhood is quiet and we felt safe there. The owners also left a few beach towels, beach chairs and boogie board for the guests to enjoy. We utilized the fan they had in the closet, which was nice. I would recommend this home for a family of four if the kids are 10 years and under or a couple. There are lots of hotels nearby, but they were so much more expensive and you don’t have the option to have the full size fridge/stove and pots/pans/utensils.. etc. The only other feedback to relay back to the owner is to replace the trashcan in the kitchen since the step pad was broken. We also didn’t know where to empty the trash out and didn’t want to walk around to the backyard since that was their private residence. My husband also observed it might be time to replace the curtain and hangers in the shower. They were rusting due to the moisture in that room. Thanks for the great stay! We made some great memories with our family.
4.6
Oct 2022
Walking distance to everything we wanted to do for two days.
4.6
Aug 2022
Very easy to rent and a great stay!! Highly recommend.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Santa Cruz?

The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz is $465 per night. This rental is $106 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Inviting retreat near Monterey Bay & San Lorenzo River w/full kitchen & WiFi?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, dishwasher, and tv.

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