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Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
Exterior
On the beach
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!

Mediterranean home that steps to the private end of Twin Lakes Beach. Blacks Beach has great swimming, surfing and skim boarding. Walk to the Harbor, Crow's Nest, Como di Lago, The kind Grind Coffee Shop and other great spots. Bike rentals available. Our house is fully equipped for your enjoyment. bath and beach towels, linens and down quilts. There are two master bedrooms (California king & two extra long twin beds) with full baths upstairs and balconies. There is a queen sofa bed downstairs with a half bath. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is indoor dining room seating for four and outdoor seating.

A warm outdoor shower is located on the side yard and there is a tropical secluded patio in the backyard with gas BBQ, dining table and chairs. Skim boards, boogie boards and beach toys are provided. This home is perfect for two couples or a family. (2-6 occupancy). We will accept pets upon approval but there is an additional fee. Parties and Weddings are not allowed.
Discounted monthly rates available, please inquire.
Keywords: House, Beach, Surfing, monthly rental, Vacation, Santa Cruz, relaxing, quiet, close to beach

Property manager

Laurie

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House
Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Main Beach - 12 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lincoln Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Capitola Beach. Twin Lakes State Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place
Comfortable little house. Close to everything but also out of the craziness by the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot by the beach
This was a perfect spot for a short getaway. Check in was very easy and the place was more spacious than I had imagined.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at the beach!
Lovely house next to the beach. Nice bedrooms and bathrooms and great beach supplies for use.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley R., Ventura, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical beach cottage
We loved our stay! What a lovely home and the location was perfect! Can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beach time getaway
Beautiful house in a lovely neighborhood walking distance to the beach. We had a wonderful time, and hope to stay here again some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving weekend
Great house for a weekend at the beach on thanksgiving. Cute, clean, fully equipped and proximity to the beach, and restaurants was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H., Redding, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home close to breach
Found this to be a comfortable space in close proximity to a very nice beach. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Beach Getaway
This house is exactly like the pictures, very clean and comfortable. Located 1/2 block from a very pretty beach. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorelie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family pkace
Great location. Very nice property -had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Beautiful,clean, loved the location. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Even better than the photos. Warm, inviting, comfortable home. Had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
friends getaway
wonderful location - we loved being able to walk to the beach, WIndmill Cafe, and the Sunday Farmers Market!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location for holiday beach get-away
Very pleasant stay for a long weekend vacation. Location is great! Just a few houses away from the beach. Santa Cruz downtown and Capitola are short drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

christi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House,Amazing Location
The house was awesome. Clean, spacious, and well-stocked. The beach was less than a minute's walk. Will definitely rent here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Portland OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
We love going to Santa Cruz! This house was clean, comfortable and in a great location! We already booked again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Location is the best, great little neighborhood, dog friendly beach. Nice house with everything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and location are fantastic.
Beautiful property, location is perfect. Just 3 mins walk to beach and being pet friendly, an added plus. Neighborhood was nice and quiet. Super clean and had all the amenities you would need. We loved our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

dave g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday house
Second time staying here. We love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and location
This place is great. A short walk to the beach, corner store, and restaurants. Very spacious, you may not think so from the picture of the front but it is!!! Easy check in and great communication. Lots of amenities for the beach and an outdoor shower. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house
Really great location steps to the beach. The house is not just well equipped but has quality bedding and dishes unusual for a rental. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I'm coming back!
We had a wonderful stay, so close to an amazing section of California coastline! My only complaint is that I wish I booked it for more days!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spur for a family getaway
Lovely spacious house. Was great to have 2 and a half bathrooms with a couple teenagers along. Awesome location less than a block to a beautiful beach in a super cute neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B., Atwater

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven
Loved the house perfect for our family stay. Steps from the beach amazing weather! We will be back!’😉
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blacks Beach
As advertised, would stay again. One note is the BR’s are all up a flight of stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Burt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The property was very clean and was accurately represented on the website. Two minutes from a terrific beach, and the beach toys, chairs and wagon were a huge selling point for us. We have already recommended this property to family and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023