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Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCowell's Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk8 min walk
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)43 min drive

About this property

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

Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk

1887 Victorian Historic Landmark on Beach Hill. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom on the UPPER LEVEL of Eastlake style Victorian duplex.

You are just a minute or two walk from the Santa Cruz Main Beach, Wharf and Boardwalk. Surf at Cowell's or just enjoy the sun and fun. We have boogie boards and some wetsuits that you are welcome to use and there are books and games for the family.

Approximately 1900 square feet of space. Multiple hand blown original glass bay windows, very bright and cheery. Lovely hardwood floors throughout. Beautiful trim details, doors, original hardware, amazing chandeliers, fantastic deck etc. See it on the cover of “The Sidewalk Companion to Santa Cruz Architecture” at the book section of the MAH (The Museum of Art & History).

This is a rare opportunity to stay in one of the oldest and best-kept houses/landmarks in Santa Cruz. The intricate exterior is heavily adorned with gingerbread and is detailed with six colors.

The space has a large living room complete with sofa, wing back chairs, and 60" 4K curved flat screen TV with cable and DVR. The dining room features a large dining room table with six chairs. The spacious kitchen has garbage disposal, gas stove, dishwasher, and newer refrigerator. One bedroom features a gorgeous four poster queen sized bed with a 37" flat screen TV, the second bedroom lovely antique bedroom set with a full bed and 55" flat screen TV with DVR, the third a queen sized Murphy bed and the fourth bedroom a remarkable full sized Murphy bed that transforms into a desk. One of the bathrooms has a clawfoot tub with pedestal sink, the second bathroom is a Jack and Jill to two of the bedrooms and has a shower. Both are nicely remodeled.

The home is ideally located at the top of Beach Hill, with a very short walk (2- 3 minutes) to the beach/wharf or about ten minutes to downtown. Nice backyard and small upstairs back deck.

Tandem parking for up to two large cars in driveway + 1 parking permit for street.

Sorry, but we absolutely do not allow pets or smoking on the premises (inside or outside).

City of Santa Cruz Permit Number: STR 18 - 0280

Property manager

Nicole Sanchez

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The home was built in1887 w/low rails & lowwindows

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

This vacation home is located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, and is near theme parks and on the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Boardwalk Bowl and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 8 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ume Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk located?

Nestled on the beach, this Westside Santa Cruz vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., New Orleans USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation Goodness
What a perfect place to gather our graduate, silblings and their partners for our daughters UCSC graduation weekend! Close to the beach, to town and what a gorgeous Victorian home! Vicky - the property manager - was communicative and helpful. We loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
We very much enjoyed our stay - the house was very comfortable, accurately met the online description, and was walkable to downtown and the Boardwalk/beach area. Hoping to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Vacaville

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
Beautiful historic home close to the beach. We had such a great time. The house was perfect for our family. The owner was lovely and helped us with a couple of things we needed. I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
Charm and lots of it! My family was impressed how well kept the landmark property was. Rooms were super clean and we were greeted with touches of details here and there. All 6 of us had wonderful things to say about our stay. Thank you for making it a great stay Nicole.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house close to wharf and boardwalk
Wonderful house with modern amenities close to boardwalk and restaurants of the wharf. Great communication with owner. Ants present in the kitchen, but the property owner seemed to be right on top of the issue. So I only write this in case it continues in future write-ups as a warning, but I doubt that will be the case, based on the timely responsiveness of the owner. Overall wonderful stay and therefore 5-star rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence B., Roseville’s, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
July in Santa Cruz
The house is just like it stated on the VRBO, it is a classic Victorian with vaulted ceilings, very comfortable, cozy, fantastic location, definitely worth the trip. Owner is very responsive to messaging.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old house
Great location and great house if you like old houses
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L., Berkeley, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!!
First, the listing pictures do not do this gem of a property justice! Just gorgeous! Second, this was one of the most well equipped rentals I've ever stayed it. It has everything you need Third, location!!! So close to the beach and w parking. What a perfect spot for a family vacation. Lately, Nicole, the host, is super responsive and accommodating. Our multi/generation family stayed for UCSCand Father's day weekend and enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Comfortable and close to everything needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic Vibe
Our stay was incredible! Nicole was so kind and helpful. The home is a short walk to the beach and boardwalk. And the VIBE, oh my, was so calm and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Cruz Victorian
In a word, wonderful. The house is spectacular, if you have an appreciation for craftsmanship, beautiful casework, and a Victorian with incredible charm, this is a place to visit. Walking distance to the beach, and outfitted beach chairs and Boogie Boards it’s a great location for anyone wishing for a true Santa Cruz experience. Communication prior to and during our stay was great, and the house was very well appointed. As we were celebrating our daughters wedding the weekend of our stay, it was a fabulous place to call home for the long celebratory weekend. Highly recommended destination, and a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G., Oakland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Could not have been better!
This was one of the most beautiful houses I have ever rented. It was even more beautiful in person than in the pictures. It was decorated in the height of Victorian fashion and I felt transported in time! The rooms are all very comfortable and worked fine for my group of 7 middle-aged folks. The kitchen had all the gear we needed and then some! The location cannot be beat! Five minutes down hill to the beach, the Boardwalk, and the municipal wharf. Ten to fifteen minutes down hill in the other direction and we were in downtown Santa Cruz. This was my best ever birthday house. Thank you to Nicole for being so kind and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Start to 2023 in Santa Cruz
We thoroughly enjoyed our four day trip to Santa Cruz with this lovely, spacious home as our base. Communication with the host all along, before and during out stay, was excellent - super responsive and helpful. Location is perfect, a short walk from the beach, boardwalk and pier, and short drive from Trader Joes, CVS, Pavilions, etc ... everything you need is minutes away. Our family of 6 especially appreciated the abundance of space in which to spread out, which was made all the better by the high ceilings, abundant light and flowing layout. It being January AND the week of one of the biggest winter storms in recent years, we did find it rather cold in the house which relies on a gas wall furnace in the main space for heating, plus a space heater that you can move around, but that did not detract from a thoroughly enjoyable stay in a beautiful and historic home that comes highly recommended. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

maeve j.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location, great place
Our extended family of 8 spent our first Christmas together in years in this fun, historic Victorian. Walks to the beach, trips to the boardwalk and hikes together were just what we needed. The host was extremely responsive, rooms were clean and BONUS, everything was decorated for Christmas!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Victorian Grandeur!
Our family enjoyed our holiday celebration in this grand old Victorian home. It was nicely equipped to handle our cooking and interaction.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian P., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great - Clean Spaces
The house has an excellent layout for a family or group. The kitchen is large and has plenty of space for a group to cook. The dinning room is close by and equally spacious. After dinner retire to the living room and enjoy a relaxing evening of storytelling or board gaming. The house is clean, well stocked and sorted. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Beautiful!
This place was awesome so close to boardwalk. Great host. Clean and comfortable I will stay here again if available :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Ironman Santa cruz
Very nice property. Very convenient location especially for IM Santa Cruz 70.3 No AC so we struggled with that but it was unseasonably warm. All amenities you could need. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Hill Victorian!
The property surpassed our expectations, the owner was extremely responsive and professional. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Q., Southlake

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Santa Cruz
We enjoyed our stay at Nicole's beautiful and comfortable Victorian home. The location on the 2nd floor is just a few minutes walk to the beach, wharf, and restaurants. The roses on the property are gorgeous. The kitchen is well stocked, the beds are comfortable, and the check in and out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice - good for 4 to 6 people to share and enjoy together
Fine
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Golnaz N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing rental.
This rental property is absolutely beautiful and the location is just perfect. We had an amazing time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great location, wonderful house. Would definitely rent again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!!!
We absolutely loved this property. Usually we stay at the Dream Inn when coming to SC but wanted a place where the whole family could stay together. We are so happy we found this place. It was so much better!!! It was clean, kept up, had ALL the amenities. My 3 boys loves exploring all the added touches in the house. We will absolutely stay here again. We could not have asked for anything more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kira D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Victorian and great location!
The house is wonderful and in a perfect location near the Boardwalk and walking distance from downtown. Nicole was very responsive. We had a great weekend and would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022