San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
60 min drive
Room options
About the area
Santa Cruz
A family-friendly stay in Santa Cruz awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Monterey Bay and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a dining area are also available. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz holiday home include University of California, Santa Cruz and Capitola Beach.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Panda Express - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
Cat & Cloud Coffee - 14 min walk
Wingstop - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Before booking, you can ask the Owner a Question by clicking on the text under the blue Book NOW button.
Located on the beautiful Westside in Santa Cruz, across the street from Natural Bridges State Beach Park, 1 1/2 blocks to the Natural Bridges State Beach and scenic West Cliff Drive promenade. Close to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Wharf, downtown Santa Cruz, University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC), and prime surfing spots at Cowell's Beach, Mitchell's Cove, Pleasure Point, and Steamer Lane. Walk to the gourmet market on Swift Street, where you'll find winery tasting rooms, yoga studios, coffee shops, New Leaf Market (a mini-Whole Foods), and plenty of restaurants. The family-friendly house is perfect for multi-generational travel.
GATEWAY LOCATION FOR THE BAY AREA! The property is conveniently located less than an hour and a half from the Bay Area's major cities and airports. Downtown San Jose and the San Jose Airport are approximately 30 minutes away. The San Francisco Airport is 60 minutes away, as are Carmel, Monterey, and Pebble Beach. Downtown San Francisco is 80 minutes away, and you can easily reach Sonoma and Napa wine country in about two hours.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOU WILL 'SHORE' LOVE OUR FAMILY BEACH HOUSE!
Our 2,100-square-foot home caters to families. We have everything you might need for kids (including a high chair, booster chair, and more) or a day at Natural Bridges Beach with your family (including sand toys, umbrellas, cooler, beach chairs, a beach wagon for all your stuff, and more), which is only a block and a half away and has seasonal lifeguards.
More importantly, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, we have the perfect setup for a large family traveling with their nanny or other caretaker. On the first floor, you'll find the main living areas, including one bedroom with a queen-size bed and a bathroom with a shower. The downstairs has a spacious dining room, which can seat up to eight people. A large living room is adjacent to the dining room, and a comfortable family room is off of the kitchen. The downstairs has tile and luxury vinyl plank floors.
Upstairs, the two kids' bedrooms are in the front of the house and share a bathroom. One of the kids' bedrooms has a single twin bed with a trundle twin bed, and the other has a queen-size bed. The master bedroom is located down the hall at the back of the house, and it boasts a king-size bed, a flatscreen TV, a huge soaking tub, and plenty of storage.
The backyard is another highlight of the home. It has an outdoor living area with a gazebo, patio furniture (for both adults and kids), and a shower with warm water that you can use to rinse off after a day at the beach. The outdoor living area gets the perfect mix of sun and shade, and it's a great place to kick back on the weekends or at the end of a long day. The kids can also play in the backyard while you watch from the family room, dining room, or kitchen. The property is located on a safe and quiet cul-de-sac.
As mentioned, our beach house is only a block and a half from Natural Bridges State Beach, near scenic West Cliff Drive (great for long walks by the ocean!) and the UCSC Seymour Long Marine Lab. You can easily walk to Swift Street, where you'll find winery tasting rooms, yoga studios, New Leaf Market (a mini-Whole Foods), and plenty of restaurants. If you'd like to venture further, the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Wharf is approximately two miles away. **************** ** A separate signed vacation rental agreement and a copy of a government-issued ID are required 36 hours after booking on VRBO/Homeaway. Absolutely, no refunds are given for cancellations and early check-outs.
The monthly rental rate includes a $550 allowance for utilities, including gas, electric, garbage, water, and internet. Guest are responsible for any overages over the allowance.**
The maximum occupancy for overnight and day visitors is 10 people, including children. VRBO and the owner charge an additional fee for the 9th and 10th persons. Please note that we do not allow large parties or weddings at our home. Santa Cruz City has a strictly enforced noise ordinance from 10 pm to 8 am.
Our local host lives in the neighborhood. She contacts guests 48 hours before check-in and on the day of check-in. She can answer any questions and provide local recommendations during your stay.
The City of Santa Cruz has issued a Short-Term Rental Permit (STRP) STR18-0119 and Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Certificate 001095 for this property. A TOT of 14% is collected and remitted to the City of Santa Cruz for rentals less than 30 nights.
**This is a pet and smoke-free home. Please no visiting pets. **
Keywords: Beach House, Santa Cruz, West Cliff, Beach, Natural Bridges, Surf, Surfing, UCSC, Westside, west side, Cowell's Beach, Lighthouse, boardwalk, Long Marine Lab, Hwy 1, Kids, Family, University of California Santa Cruz, Beach home, vacation rental, beach house, Walk to Natural Bridges Beach & cafes **30 DAY Min** **BEACH and TEACH, WFH**.
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
Garden
Unit size: 2,100 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: There is tons of kids gear as outlined in listing.
Events
No events allowed
Beach house is surrounded by owner occupied homes.
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
Note from host: Beach house is surrounded by owner occupied homes.
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 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. Note from host: Beach house is surrounded by owner occupied homes. 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 Registration Number STR18-0119
Property is also known as
Walk to Natural Bridges Beach Cafes 30 DAY Min Family Friendly
Beach Holidays Xmas 11/10/20 1/2/21 30 DAY Min Beach Teach WFH
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH?
Yep, Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH is a short 8-minute walk from Natural Bridges State Beach.
Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.
Does Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH 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 Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH?
No, Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH?
No, pets are not allowed.
Natural Bridges BIG Beach House walk to cafes, bars, food, & BEACH Reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sandy S.
20 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place
Family fit nice in this large home. Landlord and host great at communicating via text. Wonderful to be able to walk to Natural Bridge Beach. Sand toys, chairs and wagon made getting to beach easy and enjoyable. Grandkids liked running around back yard and adults liked relaxing on patio chairs as we enjoyed their giggles. Sleeping accommodations fit our needs perfect with the 4 bedrooms. Travel a lot all over and stay in VBRO’s and this home was well stocked with all needed items and extras which we appreciated. Overall, a great place to stay in Santa Cruz!
Sandy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alex W.
21 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating graduation
I can’t say how much a pleasure it was to stay and celebrate my sons graduation from UCSC. The host was so accommodating and pleasant. Highly recommend staying and would definitely stay again if the opportunity presented itself.
Alex W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna G.
4 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Property is just as described, great location, clean, everything you need at your fingertips. I really appreciated the extra attention to details like beach toys (slam ball, frisbees, etc.).
Donna G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Debbie L.
23 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Cruz Getaway
Nice family accommodations in a great location.
Debbie L.
10/10 Excellent
Kurt J.
17 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay, great location, highly recommended.
A great location by the beach is West Santa Cruz. Walking distance to the beach. Large home with the capacity to accommodate up to 8 guests. We will be booking there again soon. Thank you.
Kurt J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michelle F.
16 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Susan could not be a better host! So thorough and helpful. The home was clean and we liked the location. There are beach accessories to use and many great suggestions for things to do. We loved our stay!!
Michelle F.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karen J.
31 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at beachhouse
We rented the house for a family vacation. The house was very comfortable and accommodated our family perfectly.
Karen J.
10/10 Excellent
Jane R.
16 Aug 2018
Best SC house so far
This was our fifth summer renting a home in Santa Cruz, and this house was our best experience so far. The owners are incredibly helpful and friendly. They checked in with us on our day of arrival to make sure we were able to access the home and to see if we needed anything or had any questions.
They had a welcome basket waiting for us with all kinds of wonderful goodies for adults and kids. Wine, beach bag, beach ball, bubbles, etc.
This is a thoughtfully stocked home. There is soap, plastic bags, foil, paper towels, spices, a Keurig coffee machine and coffee - plus many other kitchen necessities. The laundry and bathrooms have necessary items as well. This is such a refreshing change form the houses that only provide salt and pepper, and the bare minimum.
In the garage the owners have thoughtfully provided beach chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, a wagon and much more.
The outside shower is wonderful, and there are many nice places to sit and relax, both in the front and backyard.
The house is large and roomy with 2 separate living room areas, great for a mixture of kids and adults. 4 bedrooms and 3 baths accommodate larger groups nicely. The master bedroom is huge.
Natural Bridges beach is less than a 5 minute walk. Parking is easy. Definitely a terrific experience!