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Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!

Vacation home near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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A living room with a fireplace, a television, wicker furniture, and large windows.
A balcony with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and a view of the surrounding area.
A spacious living room with a glass-top dining table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and artwork on the walls.
A row of modern, multi-story residential buildings with white exteriors and dark roofs, lined with palm trees and a street with parked cars.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz vacation home, you'll find Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Cowell's Beach and Santa Cruz Main Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stagnaro Bros. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Marini’s at the Wharf - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Makai Island Kitchen - ‬13 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.

Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!

Experience the ultimate Santa Cruz getaway in this beautifully maintained townhome, perfectly located just a half block from West Cliff Drive and only a block from the Wharf and beach. Take a short stroll to the Boardwalk, Lighthouse Surf Museum, and downtown Santa Cruz. The Wharf offers dining, nightlife, boat tours, fishing, and plenty of opportunities to watch sea lions.

This three-level townhome is part of a well-kept gated complex with access to a communal swimming pool and hot tub.

Main Level:
The open-concept living area features a cozy seating arrangement in front of a gas fireplace and a 50” Ultra HDTV. Natural sunlight fills the space through multiple windows. The galley-style kitchen is fully equipped, and a small covered balcony off the kitchen includes a propane BBQ—perfect for outdoor meals. A convenient half bath completes this level.

Second Level:
Upstairs, you’ll find a master bedroom suite and a second bedroom, both tastefully decorated with beach-themed décor. The second bedroom includes a small covered deck. These south-facing balconies capture sunlight throughout the day. A shared full bathroom serves the bedrooms.

Third Level:
The top level is a large game room and additional sleeping area, featuring a 55” Ultra HDTV, a game table with six chairs, a sleeper sofa (full size), and two twin beds—ideal for family fun or extra guests.

Additional Amenities:
Laundry facilities and a one-car garage are located on the ground level, providing space for parking or storing bicycles, surfboards, kayaks, and other beach gear.

Nearby Attractions:
- Cowell Beach and Steamer Lane – world-class surfing
- Downtown Santa Cruz – tree-lined streets with shops, galleries, outdoor bistros, and live music
- West Cliff Drive – a scenic 2-mile waterfront path for jogging, biking, or strolling from the Wharf to Natural Bridges State Park, home to Monarch butterflies and tide pools
- Golf – Delaveaga and Pasatiempo Golf Courses nearby

Notes:
- Cable is available in the loft/top level; streaming is available in the family room.
- Garage parking is limited to an average-sized car; additional street parking is available nearby. Parking within the complex is restricted to permitted spots only.
- Pool access is managed by the association; availability during your stay cannot be guaranteed. Pool is available April 1 to Nov. 1 (Subject to HOA)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please place all Linens and towels (excluding comforters and blankets in a pile.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Steps to the Beach, Wharf and Boardwalk! Santa Cruz
Steps to the Beach, Wharf and Boardwalk! Private vacation home
2791-208956

Frequently asked questions

How close is Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.1 mi (31-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Cowell's Beach and 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Classic Santa Cruz Getaway! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mimi U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an ideal location for our group and we loved being so close to the boardwalk. It was an easy walk to most things that we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberta P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was wonderful for our girls weekend! Walking distance to everything and the garage was great for my big car!They had everything we needed on site to enjoy a day at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dale K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Enjoyed our stay. Easy checkin in process.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House seemed very clean and in a great location. Easy access instructions provided & simple check out procedures to follow.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joe M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and space, little dated

Had a great stay. Location and the amount of space was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curtis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!

The place was clean, spacious, and met all of our needs. The bonus for us is that it was within walking distance to most everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was important for us. We stayed in town for the Santa Cruz Triathlon weekend, and this was near the race course start and end. Condo was clean, photos were accurate and management company was responsive to communications.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon Mathews M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beach break

The house was perfect for us to unwind in following our time in San Francisco. It was clean and very well situated for the beach and downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the home! Only comment would be some of the pots should be replaced with stainless steel as the coating was coming off one.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location near beach

Loved walking from our place to watch teenage sons learning to surf. Easy drive to redwoods hiking. Great walks along cliff shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cranford T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect location to enjoy Santa Cruz

spacious, warm, easy to find, and located near downtown, the ocean, and the Boardwalk. you could literally just walk everywhere if you plan on spending most of your time in those areas. will definitely keep this place as a go to when suggesting people on places to stay in town.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect spot.

We had the best time. Your home is wonderful. It is the perfect location. We could walk everywhere we wanted to be and be in a nice relaxing home with beautiful views. I hope we stay there again. Thank you so much for letting us use your home as if it were ours.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yumiko H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a very nice house

Everything was wonderful. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Cruz get away

Property was clean, location is perfect for Santa Cruz beach and boardwalk. Walking distance to good restaurants. Enjoyed our time with our granddaughter, who goes to school at Santa Cruz. Thank you Lisa for the easy communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Perfect Location in the Heart of West Santa Cruz

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had such a great stay here! The location truly couldn’t be better – we were able to walk everywhere and enjoy so many great restaurants, shops, and sights right outside the door. Communication with our hosts was excellent; they were responsive, friendly, and made everything smooth and easy. This was the perfect home base for exploring Santa Cruz, and we’d definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Cruz winter week

Location is excellent for going on walks along West Cliff Drive or down to the wharf. Spacious garage for 2 cars, very versatile top floor rumpus room. Comfortable and clean, traffic noise is noticeable but it dies down during sleeping hours.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Very detail oriented

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental agents were SO on top of things! I was distracted by a big event and they really were helpful. The condo was great too.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Teens

We brought a group of teenagers for the weekend and this house was perfect for that! The top floor allowed for them to giggle and stay up late, while letting us parents sleep. The condo is great proximity to the beach and boardwalk alike, and the garage was nice to not have to deal with street parking. The fees are more than the nightly rate, and the requirements of stripping the beds and emptying the trash made it feel like work vs vacation, also, the check out is pretty early compared to other properties we’ve stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was nice, clean and in a great location walking distance to the beach, boardwalk and restaurants. We were unable to get in the gate to park using the code the whole stay. There was a lot of what not to do about parking ,but how to park using the passes could have used more clarification. I didn’t appreciate having to wash and put away dishes. It made it so we couldn’t really eat there before a 10 am checkout. I feel like running the dishwasher in advance of the cleaning crew is more reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

As Advertised and Convenient Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location. Comfortable space. Easy check in. We enjoyed access to the pool/hot tub and easy walk to the beach. My main qualm is the list of check out procedures. It's pretty standard these days for the check out to-dos to be minimal, but not here. Just be aware before you book -- dishes cleaned and put away, beds stripped and all linens piled up, all trash removed and taken out, etc. This hasn't been standard check out procedure in 10 years, so I was a bit surprised. Otherwise, a great spot for a weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Vacation 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time with family from Illinois and Wisconsin.Condo was perfect size and location was great.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Great place, perfect location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was perfect for our visit to Santa Cruz with out teen daughter and a couple of friends. The proximity to the beach and the Boardwalk was awesome and the pool and hot tub are a nice added bonus. The unit is very spacious!! Next time we hope to stay longer!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Would stay again

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Neat and clean. Third floor bedroom was wonderful extra space. Very close to pier and boardwalk. Only view was of a parking lot