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Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Beach nearby, beach towels
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach


Enjoy peaceful serenity and natural beauty as you check the surf from your own living room. Watch great blue herons, snowy egrets, and cormorants through two huge windows overlooking picturesque Schwan Lagoon and Twin Lakes Beach -- the best family beach in town! (permit #181472)

Steps to the sand, this house is just six houses up from the beach. Sunbathe, bodysurf, wander a long stretch of shoreline, have bonfires in the legal fire pits, and enjoy dramatic sunsets just steps from your door. Walk to the harbor to rent SUPs and kayaks, or sail on one of the Chardonnay II's daily cruises across Monterey Bay.

Spellbinding views from the bedroom, living room, and kitchen create a peaceful zen-like quiet. The back patio, a lagoon-side garden oasis, is perfect for happy hours and morning coffee in the sun. This home is your own Shangri-La.

LIVING AREA Unwind into vacation mode in a comfortable living room with a charming upright piano. Plush furniture offers ample seating, and picture windows overlook Schwan Lagoon. Settle in and watch a movie on the 43” flat-screen TV after a fun-filled beach day. Watch Cormorants, Egrets, Herons, Ducks, Geese, Eagles, Hawks and Hummingbirds galore from the comfort of your living room.

KITCHEN & DINING Tap into your culinary side in a bright and spacious kitchen outfitted with a full suite of stainless steel appliances. When it’s time to eat, share delicious home-cooked meals in the sun-soaked dining area.

BEDROOM, SLEEPING AREAS & BATH This single-story unit sleeps up to three guests between a bedroom, a bonus room, and the living room. Sleep soundly on a California King size bed in the peaceful bedroom, in addition to a full sized Futon Couch that can fold to a bed for extra sleeping space (also New as of August 2021). The living room is furnished with a full-size sleeper sofa and a comfy small fold-down loveseat. The bonus room features a queen-size bed, closet etc. Find a sparkling walk-in shower, and Bluetooth-capable mirror in the bathroom.

OUTDOOR AREA Breathe in the coastal air on the private back patio with seating for four. This cozy waterside sanctuary features a fire pit, lush foliage and a wood deck. The front patio also has a table with sun shade that's great for afternoon happy hours!

EXTRA AMENITIES & MORE DETAILS Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, games, a Bluetooth speaker, plus a nice piano and a guitar for fostering your own entertainment and creativity. There is parking for up to two cars in the driveway. Please note that this property does not have air-conditioning. Additionally, the patio is located down a flight of steps and the owner lives on-site in a separate apartment.

THE LOCATION Stroll to any of 10 neighborhood restaurants within blocks for excellent food, drinks, and live music. Drive only 10 minutes from this central location to access downtown Santa Cruz, UCSC, Capitola Village, The Boardwalk, golfing, surfing, hiking, shopping, and all the colorful culture our Santa Cruz area has to offer.

Note: This is a county permitted "Hosted Rental" with a separated unit on one side of the house where the owner lives. The rental is completely soundproofed and private with locking doors.

No smoking inside.

Property manager

Jim Lewin

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

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

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
1 total pets

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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Main Beach - 13 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is steps from Twin Lakes State Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Harbor Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

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Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonia S.

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

Great location

The location is a quick walk to a great beach and some local eateries. The view is also a great bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Family event stay

House is clean and nicely stocked the views to the lagoon provide lots of entertainment for bird watchers nice quite location. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Great place in Santa Cruz!

James's place is in such a great location, just a short walk to the beach. I really enjoyed the kitchen...i love to cook and it had everything I needed, including sharp (a rarity at most VRBO's)!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Super in Santa Cruz

Great property, great owner, super location. We had a great time. Thanks Jim!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Great Place

Great location in Santa Cruz and the house had a great layout and was very comfortable. Great view of the water and numerous birds. 3 min walk to the beach. 10 min drive to shopping areas. 30 min to redwoods and an hour to Monterey. When we come back to the area, we will be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance M.

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

Had a great time

Close to beach, swimming, fishing, nice walks and of course board walk fun. Close to aquarium.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Great location

The best part of our day was the location of the property, which was right on a slough (like a pond), And we had a wonderful time watching all the cormorants and pelicans and other birds on the water. The place is super close to the beach, harbor, restaurants, and a very peaceful and friendly neighborhood. The bedrooms were super comfy, the kitchen was spacious and clean, the bathroom was small, but also clean with good water pressure:)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

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

Perfect location and size for three people

The house was great and the owner was quite nice and not intrusive at all. We really appreciated the simplicity of the decor and the cleanliness.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam R.

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

Beautiful views and location

This was the perfect property for the three of us. Very close to the beach. The owner was great to work with, very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Wonderful location

We’d stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Great!

Property is exactly as advertized, and it was perfect for our trip. Easy beach access and plenty to see and do.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John B.

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

Surgery Recovery

I had back surgery on 8/12 and needed to be close to surgeon for two weeks. I also needed walk-in shower, no stairs, and flat neighborhood. And pet friendly. It worked quite well .
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

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

Great location

Nice quiet location between Santa Cruz and Capitola with a view of the lagoon and within walking distance to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

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

Ideal location gorgeous view

Posting for this property accurately shows the beautiful view of the lagoon. It is steps away from a great beach and a convenient store for snack. Jim was a responsive and friendly host. Gorgeous weather in Santa Cruz! My husband, adult daughter and I had a fun relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Wonderful!

We enjoyed our stay at this property! It is close to the beach, and the view of the lagoon from the window is amazing. We will definitely stay at this property again when we visit Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Minnesota

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

A great place

We enjoyed our stay--the unit is spacious and has a wonderful kitchen. So close to the beach, and convenient to so many things. We loved our stay, our host was very helpful and responsive. We were very happy with our stay. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

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

Great place

Perfect for a weekend. Great location, clean, plenty of room. Jim is a great host
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

peggy b.

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

The best stay ever

Everything about this home is perfect; a block to the beach ; perfect condition; excellent all around; i wouy do it again in a minute
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Great location, views, and friendly host

We had a great time in Santa Cruz. The property is a short walk to beach and has a great view of the lagoon. Host was very attentive and welcoming. Even got invited to their neighbors party!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Great location

Clean and great location. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Loved it!

Great place to stay, loved the view! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

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

Very peaceful and friendly neighborhood.

Comfortable beds and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Great house in a great location

This house is located about 2 blocks from the beach, making it super convenient. It is in a nice quiet neighborhood and was very clean and comfortable. The beds and pillows were comfortable. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Eastside beach access

The property was in good shape. We had a great time. The area is nice and close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

perfect vacation spot!

the neighborhood is perfect for a vacation! quiet with gorgeous views of the ocean and the lake. the house features gorgeous big windows that highlights the breathtaking views. the house is super clean with everything you need to make this spot your own. everything is up to date. we will absolutely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024