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Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach

Cottage in Santa Cruz with kitchen and patio

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom53 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

This cottage places you steps from Santa Maria's Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Sunny Cove Beach. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, in-room jetted baths and a living room are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Maria's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Coffeetopia - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Point Market - ‬19 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.

Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach

This adorable one bedroom cottage is centrally located in Santa Cruz, one block from Santa Maria beach - a vast sandy stretch of beach for sunset strolls and beach play. The cottage is within walking distance of Starbucks, an amazing italian deli, Sunday Farmer's Market, two taquerias and a great italian restaurant.

The cottage is behind our main home and has a charming, small yard and side entrance. We offer a Cal King Bed, Queen Sofa Sleeper and full kitchen.

The space:
This is a guest cottage behind our home. With beach living, we are all fairly close together (neighbor included). We try and offer as much privacy as possible and please know that noise can travel easily between homes. We ask that you respect quiet hour times.

The full kitchen offers an array of amenities including a Nespresso Coffee Maker, Milk Frother, Toaster/Oven/Air Fryer, Ninja blender, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, full-size oven and cooktop. We offer an array of coffees and tea.

The main bedroom has a Cal King bed and offers a large screen TV and full closet for storage.

The living room has a sofa sleeper that has a queen bed and includes a TV and Sonos system for music or TV.

The bathroom has a tub/shower combo with a jetted tub and handheld shower.

As we live close by, we are happy to provide special requests or offer additional speciality appliances if we have them.

Guest access:
The side yard and the front yard are your small outdoor oasis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 575 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place the key back in the lockbox. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Santa Cruz County has a strictly enforced noise ordinance – Quiet Hours are between 10:00pm and 8:00am.
Also, we do not allow any gatherings larger than 6 people in our home.
We strictly prohibit the use of fireworks as fireworks are illegal in the County of Santa Cruz.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach?

Yep, Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach is a short 9-minute walk from Twin Lakes State Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and swimming. You can also find motor boats.

Does Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach?

No, Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach?

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

Are pets allowed at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very clean, nicely appointed rental, in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful 1 Bedroom cottage behind owners main residence. Private entrance, plenty of amenities such as kitchen equipment ie: coffee, blender,microvave etc... Beautifully arranged as in furniture and access to blankets, towels, pillows. Actually more than enough for the two of us. Overall so very comfortable and cozy. We will be back for sure. The hosts were very gracious and welcoming and checked in with us to ensure we had all we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were such a short walk from the waves and very comfortable. We loved it and want to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The East Cliff Beach Cottage was absolutely perfect for our 3 night stay in Santa Cruz. Easy check-in, clean, comfortable and well appointed. A for bathroom amenities- super soft towels and high quality supplies (soap, shampoo, etc.). It’s private, secure, and spacious feeling for a condensed footprint. We will happily return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025