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Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz

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Beachbreak Bungalow is a peaceful refuge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz


Welcome to Beachbreak Bungalow, a hidden gem nestled on a tranquil cul-de-sac, just moments from Moran Lake Beach and world-famous Pleasure Point. This enchanting 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the perfect blend of serenity and adventure for your Santa Cruz getaway.

Moran Lake Beach is a short walk down a Eucalyptus lined nature trail, the perfect spot for having a picnic on the beach, a swim in the surf, or a beautiful sunset stroll.

The home has 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, with a queen sized bed in the primary bedroom, a queen bed in the second bedroom, and a double bed in the third bedroom. The bathroom has a shower with a full bathtub. There is also an outdoor shower with hot water - great for rinsing off after a trip to the beach.

The expansive, beautifully landscaped backyard is wonderful for a relaxing BBQ where you can enjoy the company of family and friends or just relax and listen to the sound of the waves. The house is immaculately clean and well furnished with everything you need when you want to get away from it all.

Downtown Capitola with its lively beachside restaurants and shopping is a short 5 minute drive as is the Santa Cruz Harbor with its boating and water activities.

Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a family vacation, or a surf adventure, Beachbreak Bungalow offers the perfect home base. Immerse yourself in the laid-back Santa Cruz lifestyle, create lasting memories, and experience the best of California's central coast.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet neighborhood - no parties!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs only - pet guidelines in rental agreement
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Scoop and bag up ALL dog droppings from the yard and deposit them into the garbage. TAKE GARBAGE TO CURB.
Turn off the gas for the BBQ and turn off heat in the house.
Do not leave wet laundry in washing machine. ONLY start laundry if you have time to get it into the dryer. It’s okay to leave clean laundry in the dryer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please let us know what brings you to the area and how many people are in your group.
Dogs must be potty trained and on a monthly flea prevention program. Please dispose of all dog waste.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Quiet neighborhood - no parties!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Moran Lake Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ramen Kaito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Point Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz on 12 May 2026 start from AU$895, including 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.

How much is parking at Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Paradise Awaits: Dog-Friendly Beachbreak Bungalow in Santa Cruz located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Moran Lake Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Santa Maria's Beach and 38th Avenue Beach Access are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, comfortable, well organized and maintained house, beautiful and spacious fenced backyard, 4 minutes to the Moran Lake ocean beach ( just ignore Google maps recommendations about walking to the beach - it gives you 12 minutes walk through the streets while real route is 4 minutes in the opposite direction through Moran lake trail). Quiet and friendly place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a refreshing retreat! We were there for a work trip, but it felt like vacation. As a typical bedding snob, I was thrilled with the selection and quality of the sleeping accommodations. Usually, I regret not bringing my own bedding, but this was on point with down comforters and decent pillows. We loved walking the trail to the beach and were thrilled to see so many monarch butterflies. Amy and Dave were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gaye K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and quick to reply any time we had a question. Flexible allowing us to arrive early. Home seemed to have everything we needed.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great, very clean and comfortable, nice furnishings, and a quick walk to the beach. Backyard was large and we enjoyed hanging out on the deck.I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great stay! The home was well stocked with everything we needed, and it was a short walk to the beach. Our host was wonderful- couldn’t have had a better experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT LOCATION!! The back yard is wonderfulfor the dogs and the house is comfortable. It wasa good time!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

veronica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage for my two kids and I. Perfect location and the best backyard! Also a plus we could bring our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the backyard! The best part of the whole house. We enjoyed spending the evenings out there. Only thing we wish there were some string lights out there, would’ve made it that much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

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

Relaxing Spot

Cozy home with everything you need. Just a five minute walk to the beach and an amazing yard for our dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Great beach location

Short walk to the beach. Great place to relax!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances Q.

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

Family getaway

My family and I had a wonderful stay and thought the property was beautiful and just what we needed! The bathroom is small and a little tight for our family of 5, but was expected from reading other reviews. Great communication and would love to come stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

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

Pleasure Point

Lovely little house with a short walk to the beach. Nice back yard for the kids to play in. You can hear the waves from the back yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Beautiful beach gem

Absolutely loved this place. Clean and hosts were so lovely. Will be back again, just close enough to the beach to avoid any crowds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time, the home is cute, clean and the back yard is really nice. The back fenced yard has grass trees and shade with a nice path to the beach right outside, perfect for our small dog. If you are a beach person this is home is in the best area of SC, we would definitely stay again. Thank you Amy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dayana A.

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

Sweet cottage

We opted for this sweet cottage because it allowed pups and had minimal stairs - which we needed for my elderly grandfather. It was a cozy place to stay, and the beach nearby was also perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabian K.

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

Great Host

Amy was a great host and the place was impeccable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Perfect Place to Stay!

This was the perfect place to stay in the Santa Cruz area! Close to everything and Amy & Dave were awesome hosts! ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

Wharf to Wharf family style

This is the perfect location!! Located right between the start line and the finish line...and just steps from the beach!! The owner's are friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay very much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Pleasant Stay at Cute Beach House

The house was clean, well organized. It was a perfect father/daughter/pup getaway. Our pup especially enjoyed the spacious back yard. Thanks Amy for sharing your sweet home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

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

Dog Friendly Cottage in Santa Cruz

This cottage was absolutely wonderful. It is very charming and an easy walk to the beach. It was great to able to bring our Border Collie on our family vacation. Amy was very easy to work and was a terrific hostess. We loved our vacation and would definately come back here. Bob Branson
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Perfect escape to the coast

Beach bungalow was everything as advertised on VRBO. Very cozy, comfortable, and felt like home. We didn’t want to leave and plan to return. Thank you to the hosts for sharing their lovely house with others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

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

Perfect home for a family getaway

Absolutely beautiful home, lovely outdoor garden, perfectly located for your family vacation. The hosts have thought of EVERY little detail to make your stay in their home very comfortable including towels, wet suits, nice hangers (and plenty of them in every closet), comfy throw blankets, access to laundry , etc etc. This place is an absolute gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is lovely. It was very clean, nicely decorated and well-stocked with all the necessities, including beach towels and chairs and all the kitchen items to cook a full meal, and large refrigerator. The backyard was perfect for meals or playing games on the picnic bench, or just hanging out on the various comfortable chairs. There are 3 bedrooms, wherein the beds were quite comfortable. The only potential drawback is one bathroom, but it was fine for our family. The owners were responsive to questions via text and check-in and check-out was easy. Short 10 min walk to the beach or 2-minute drive. The house and yard are dog-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn P.

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

Great little beach house

We really enjoyed our stay at the Dog Friendly Cottage near Pleasure Point. We had a lovely time as a family. The house was very clean, the backyard is big and beautiful and the house was very close to the beach! We would be interested in staying again in the future. :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

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

Lovely

Perfectly placed. Comfortable bed. Lovely yard. My dog and I were very, very happy. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amy Williams

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We love the beach and have spent many summers there as a family over the years. We feel like any trip to Santa Cruz should include our canine companions since they are part of the family.

Why they chose this property

Nothing compares to the serenity and beauty of the beach, so we do our best to spend as much time there as possible. This gem of a cottage brings us such joy and pleasure and we are extremely happy to share it with our guests.

What makes this property unique

One of the things that makes this house special is the oversized lot with an expansive backyard that creates a wonderful outdoor living area. The house has a unique charm - our guests love the warm and welcoming energy of this home.

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