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Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

Vacation home near Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz

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A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture and a view of a beach.
A spacious living room with a large white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the kitchen through an open doorway.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a clock, and a window with blinds.
A staircase with wooden steps and a white handrail, leading to a room with a wooden floor and a white cabinet with glass doors.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a dishwasher, and a trash can.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Harbor Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harbor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seabright Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Surf City Grill - ‬4 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.

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

Welcome to our bright Harbor house (Permit #221322), your cozy coastal retreat just 6 homes from the beach & steps from the Santa Cruz Harbor. Enjoy peekaboo ocean views, an open-concept living space, and a short walk to coffee, restaurants, and seaside adventures. The spacious layout includes a King primary suite, a fun bunk room, and a serene Queen bedroom with ocean glimpses. Perfect for families or friends seeking comfort, connection, and the best of Santa Cruz all within walking distance.

This airy 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is designed for families and friends to relax, connect, and soak up coastal living.

The primary suite features a plush king bed, the cheerful bunk room sleeps up to five with an XL Full, Queen and a Twin, and the third bedroom invites quiet mornings with a queen bed and a peekaboo ocean view.

The open-concept living area brings everyone together with harbor views, a fully equipped kitchen, and plenty of room to gather. Step out and you’re just a quick stroll to the beach and the Harbor with its vibrant restaurants.

Whether you’re unwinding in the sea breeze, adventuring through Santa Cruz, or savoring sunset dinners together, this is your home base for making lasting memories on the coast.

We are located in a residential neighborhood. Please enjoy the space while remaining mindful of others.

-Garage is inaccessible
-Fireplace is inoperable
-No parties or gatherings
-No smoking on property
-We have parking for 2 cars in our driveway and are permitted an additional car on our street(max 3 cars).
-Max guests: 8

We like to suggest that you consider purchasing travel insurance to ensure a full refund should you need to cancel.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining on Nov 8, 2026 start from CA $377, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Harbor Beach and 11-minute walk from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Twin Lakes.

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and in such a great location! The amenities are perfect and the beds and linens were so comfortable! I would highly recommend to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was fabulous. Close to ocean and really nice. We enjoyed our short stay and would come back again…..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host Veronica was available and very helpful. The house location was very walkable and close to everything. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Really good beach and walkability for kids. Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a great location! It was very well stocked and comfortable.Communication with host was great too, very friendly and professional. We had a wonderful time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and great place. Love the cleanliness and amenities. Short walk to beach and restaurants. Wish I could stay longer but was in town for work.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026