Luxury Twin Lakes Harbor Beach House- 5 min walk to beach, harbor, restuarants

Beach nearby, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
5.0
Outstanding(119 Reviews)

House in Santa Cruz, CA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Santa Cruz was voted the #1 outdoor town by Outdoor Magazine: 'Santa Cruz is the epitome of the California beach lifestyle. Predawn long boarding, midday burritos, mountain biking, afternoon kite boarding and fine local wines...' not to mention great hiking, surfing and of course relaxing....enjoy our mild weather!

Rejuvenate in a beautifully styled and appointed California Craftsman home on a quiet upscale street and just two blocks from Twin lakes beach and Santa Cruz Yacht harbor. Walk to and enjoy great restaurants like the renowned Crows Nest restaurant. Or, spend a fun day at the beach using beach gear provided for our guests: umbrella, chairs and boogey boards.

The Harbor Beach House is an eco-friendly 'green' home featuring super efficient and cozy whole-house gas fireplace heat, radiant heat floors in the bathrooms, whole house instant hot-water heater, full sized, high-efficiency washer/dryer and filtered drinking water. Organic spa soaps and lotion.


About the house: Harbor Beach House is a two story custom home with wonderful attention to detail and furnishings. Guests can relax and rejuvenate in the wonderful beach town of Santa Cruz. You will enjoy a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with custom wood cabinets, gas stove and oven, granite counters Keurig coffee maker and top of the line stainless steel appliances. The lower floor has an open floor plan with the kitchen adjoining the living room and dining area, 1/2 bath with granite vanity. All rooms have mobile phone charging stations.

After a great day at the beach, have quick rinse in the warm outdoor shower and relax by the cozy gas fireplace watching the 42' plasma TV (not a smart TV, meaning it does not connect to the internet) or play some fun board games like Beach Monopoly. Free wifi is available upstairs and downstairs for guest laptops and devices. The living room looks out to the private patio with BBQ and outdoor seating. No garage access.

Upstairs*....: The upper level has three bedrooms and two full baths. Relax in the master bedroom on a king bed with premium mattress and bedding. This room has a flat screen TV, DVD, walk in closet, private balcony overlooking backyard, Pottery Barn furniture and bedding. The private bath has a soaking tub, granite two-sink vanity, radiant heat floors and custom 'rain' shower.

The second Hawaiian themed queen bedroom has flat screen TV and access to front balcony and shares the second bath just down the hall: deep tub/rain shower and radiant floor heating in second bath. The third bunk bedroom has bunk beds with custom 'vintage surfer' bedding, access to front balcony and shares the second bath. Beds comfortably sleep 6, no extra bedding or pull out sofa available. Additional guests may not spend the night in sleeping bags or on the couch.

Activities within a 5 minute walk: Enjoy the beach with lifeguards during the summer and fire pits at night, bring hot dogs and marshmallows for roasting! Lake fishing within 1 block, short walk to harbor with chartered sailing, paddleboard, kayak, fishing, whale watching and a free water taxi that circles the harbor in the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day).

Things to do within a 5 minute walk: Twin Lakes Park with tennis courts, basketball and children's park combined. Harbor with boat and fishing tours, and restaurants at the beach: enjoy Johnny's Harbor Side with fresh fish market, Crow's Nest with live entertainment and dining deck overlooking the harbor or Cafe Palomar Mexican food. Sit on the beach outside of the Java Junction coffee bistro featuring the perfect cup of hot java with fresh pastries; free live jazz or ukulele music Saturday mornings!

The famous 100 year old Santa Cruz Boardwalk is within 10 min driving time, 5 minute drive to Sunday farmer's market on 15th St and East Cliff, antiquing in downtown Aptos is 15 min drive. Take a tour of our wineries or the Monarch butterfly winter home in Natural Bridges State Park (10 min drive), ask about wild life tours.

* Stairs from first level to upstairs bedrooms are not suitable for persons with mobility challenges. They are to code with handrail, but steep (no landing) with wood steps. Families with small children/toddlers will be given a website to rent baby gates for top/bottom of stairs. Please call host for details before renting.

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(119 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
Lovely home in immaculate conditions. Beautiful kitchen and bathrooms. Everything you need and beyond. Charming neighbors and a Stone throw away from the beach.
5.0
Jul 2024
Very well equipped and functional. My only suggestion would be to add a smart tv downstairs
5.0
Jul 2024
Wonderful
5.0
Jan 2024
A great house in a quiet location, yet very near to the beach, harbor and board walk. Plenty of space for us and a great vacation spot.
5.0
Sep 2023
Wonderful location!! Great neighborhood. Clean house.
5.0
Sep 2023
Wonderful property, perfectly appointed! Everything was well-stocked for our stay and we felt right at home here. Great location to the beach and the Boardwalk. Friendly neighbors on a quiet street.
5.0
Sep 2023
Beautiful property in an ideal location! Short walk to beach in a very quiet neighborhood! Well appointed, modern and so comfortable! Max was kind enough to give us an early check in which we all so appreciated! Definitely would stay here again!
5.0
Aug 2023
Awesome property clean and well equipped in a perfect location.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz is R 5,468 per night. This rental is R 3,681 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Luxury Twin Lakes Harbor Beach House- 5 min walk to beach, harbor, restuarants. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Luxury Twin Lakes Harbor Beach House- 5 min walk to beach, harbor, restuarants. Enjoy the water!

Is Luxury Twin Lakes Harbor Beach House- 5 min walk to beach, harbor, restuarants pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Luxury Twin Lakes Harbor Beach House- 5 min walk to beach, harbor, restuarants?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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