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Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Family-friendly stay near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Your stay at this Westside Santa Cruz vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Pacific Avenue and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocean Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Santa Cruz - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪De La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mission Hill Creamery - ‬7 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.

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sunlit Surf House - 3 bedroom 2 bathroom

Conveniently located between downtown Pacific Garden Mall and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Book now for your next beach vacation! Excellent for families, couples, small groups, or traveling professionals. Perfect for short getaways or long holidays!

- Highspeed WiFi
- Smart TV with Streaming
- Onsite parking for one car and additional parking pass for street parking is provided
- Beach Cruisers
- Surf boards, Boogie Boards, Sand Toys
- Bob Jogging Strollers
- Pack and Play Cribs
- Toys and books for kiddos

This is a large multi-unit property - Perfect for Families - This is not a wild party house.
Each rental is fully private with easy keyless entry. This rental shares walls with our private studio rental with separate entrance on opposite side of house. If you want to rent the entire house with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, please send us a message so we can check the rates and availability.

Sycamore Park Property Management - We offer sort and long term "hosted" rentals - Owners reside on the property.

- A note from the Park Family -
We are an active family of 4. Our kids are 6 and 8 years old. We are pleased to provide outstanding accommodations to our guests traveling from around the world! We offer clean, safe, cozy spaces - Fantastic for families, couples and traveling professionals.

We encourage our guests to have a wonderful time while keeping normal noise levels and respecting neighbors and other renters traveling with their families. Downtown noise and nightlife becomes more noticeable in Spring and Summer - as this is a popular college/tourist town!

- No Parties / illegal activity (fireworks, controlled substances, etc.)
- Non smoking/vaping property
- No third party bookings

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bodyboard

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
We are pleased to offer clean, cozy, and extra family, friendly vacation rentals! We appreciate when our guests tidy up before checkout!
If used; please return the parking pass and the bike lock keys. (Parking pass replacement fee is $95.00) 🙏
If used, we appreciate when families help wipe down the highchair, stroller and pack and play crib so that any sticky food or stains are wiped clean. 🤩
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking, No vaping, No illegal activity on property. Guests agree to maintain a clean, organized space. No 3rd party bookings.
No animals allowed - due to the health and safety of people, pets and property. All guests must be registered. No parties.
Please note the rental agreement - found in the rental agreement tab.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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 each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi (28-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 Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach on Jul 7, 2026 start from CA $607, 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 Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 5 mi (20-min drive) from Capitola Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute, great location. Would come back anytime.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property in good location. Walkable to beach and restaurants. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Enjoyable stay, spacious house

We had a great stay here and lots of fun in Santa Cruz. Very good location and plenty of nice restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully, cozy. Welcoming, open space conceptual home, perfect stay for our family! Thank ypu!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Best VRBO I have ever stayed in.

The property and location were amazing. We will be coming back here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Great area

This is a great place to stay. Within walking distance of the beach and is nice and clean! We want to head back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time at this beautiful house. It was just as pictured and was larger than I expected. The kitchen was well supplied with cooking pots/pans/dishes etc and the beds were comfortable. We felt like we were at our own home. We loved the short walk to the beach, restaurants and to downtown. It was only a short drive to get groceries and/or a pharmacy. Our hosts were very responsive. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryn R.

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

Loved our stay!

We had a great time at this property and the hosts were very easy to communicate with. The home is beautiful, in my opinion, the pictures don’t do it justice. We had everything we needed and the home was very clean. It was walking distance to the boardwalk and downtown shopping. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

Chilling in Santa Cruz

Perfect location, very clean and felt like home. The owner was just leaving and was so sweet to give us some information on the house. I will definitely rent this again. Plenty of room. Only suggestion is not to use the pull out couch for sleeping, use the air mattress - much better. Karen, Brandon, Chad & Heidi
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

This VRBO in Santa Cruz was Above and Beyond!!

Christmas Eve 2024 - Memorable and Perfect in Every Way, thank you Park Family!What we liked BEST:THE House-Large, comfy, super clean, modern, very charming, the kitchen was made for gathering, eating around the island and cooking together while chatting and enjoying! The house is a celebration just waiting for you to make it happen!Location - Super convenient to everything that makes Santa Cruz a winning destination, beach, dining, shopping and more. Lots to see and do in every direction!Our hosts:Thoughtful emails and suggestions before, during and after our stay. They are so nice and committed to ensuring a great experience. We all CHEERED when we returned from our dinner in downtown to see the house Fabulously lit up with beautiful outdoor Christmas lights!! It was really a very wonderful surprise for us, thank you Park Family!!!We were a family of 6 including 2 teenagers and a grandma. We had the best time ever and we look forward to returning soon. Thank you so much for making our stay Spectacular!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location

Not a good spot

Late arrival time and the cleaning cost for one nice was ridiculous. The had a tenant with a game room right behind the couch where my kids were trying to watch a cartoon. It was annoying to hear him playing his first person shooter really loud while my kids were trying to watch their movie. Also, an insurance cost for 1 night was very expensive. My favorite part was the creepy man that followed my family down the street to the house at 8pm when we were walking back from getting dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

Can't Give Enough Praise!

This may have been the best rental experience we've ever had! The house was is in a perfect location in a quiet neighborhood with only a short walk to the beach, boardwalk, or mall shopping. These are probably the most thoughtful owners I've ever come across. I was worried that our family of 6 wouldn't all fit so I was preparing some of my kids for sleeping on the floor. When we got there we found a thick sleeping mat but even better, we found the most comfortable inflatable bed I've ever seen. The house was super clean and had every kitchen utensil you could ever want. There were surfboards and bikes to use. There are two outdoor cats that my kids loved playing with. I had a chance to meet the owner and his son on one of the mornings and he was incredibly nice and accommodating. I cannot give enough praise for the experience we had in Santa Cruz staying at this home. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

Great

Stayed 1 night in May 2025