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Walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Deck or patio
Internet
Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Santa Cruz, CA
Pacific Avenue
Place, Pacific Avenue
2 min walk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
5 min walk
Santa Cruz Wharf
Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
6 min walk
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
23 min drive
Where you'll sleep
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in Santa Cruz at Beach Hill Bungalow! This retreat offers nothing but comfort and convenience. The cozy living space invites you to kick back and relax. Curl up on the sofa and stream your favorite shows for a fun afternoon, or sit out on the patio to admire the views. The kitchen offers everything you could need to prepare quick meals, beach snacks, or a full-course spread. 'Beach Hill Bungalow' is perfect for an escape with your family or friends.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom: 1 queen bed - Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa
-- THE LOCATION --
The biggest perk of this retreat is the location. Downtown Santa Cruz is two and a half blocks away; there, you'll find yourself surrounded by an eclectic downtown scene offering street performers, local boutiques, vintage stores, and dining on any cuisine you might desire. Dining options and convenience stores abound nearby, so you shouldn't have any problem finding them. The San Lorenzo River is just a short walk away, as well as the well-known and iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, which is is one of the town‚s main draws, offering family-friendly fun year-round. Visit Municipal Wharf and listen to the calls of the sea lions, rent surfboards and hit Cowell's Beach in search of the perfect wave, or rent some bikes and explore some of the nearby paved trails. You better pack your sunscreen and beach towel! The soft sands of Santa Cruz Beach are less than half a mile from you! Other attractions include the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, a day trip to San Francisco (77.5 miles), and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, only 46 miles south.
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: - This is one half of a duplex. The owner lives in the other half of this duplex, and the shared walls are separated by closets on each side - A parking permit is provided. There is a $150 charge for taking it or losing it. You may park on Younger and 3rd Ave without a parking permit from October through May 13. Parking permits are only required to park on 2nd Ave at meters during that time. From May 14 to September, this permit is required for parking on any street surrounding the unit. One parking permit will be available for guests during the months when it is required. Please pay attention to the signs. Please return the parking permit to the table under the TV in the living room before you leave - Due to the size of the property, this home is not recommended for 4 adults
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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
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. 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. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Ideal Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
Boardwalk Bowl - 5 min walk
Las Palmas Taco Bar - 5 min walk
El Chipotle Taqueria - 5 min walk
High Tide - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio?
As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$876, 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.
What time is check-in at Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Steps to Sand: 'Beach Hill Bungalow' w/ Patio located?
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The location has great access to the boardwalk, neighborhood was quiet, and communication with the host for any questions was great. We stayed during a bit of a heat wave, but the property cooled down fine at night with good ventilation. Would stay again for our next Santa Cruz trip.
Great place and within walking distance to all of the boardwalk, wharf and other popular areas. We were able to find parking when we needed it and the bungalow was cozy and had everything we needed. Highly recommend for just 2 people.
Check in was super easy and fast. House was clean. You walk into the bedroom from the front door and then the sofa sleeper is in the living room. You have to walk through the living room to get to the kitchen and bathroom so that wasn't ideal for our teenager when we had to use the bathroom at night/ early in the morning.
A bit small for 4, but we knew that going in. Cute, comfortable, clean, and great proximity to the beach if you can handle a quick jaunt uphill coming back.
I really enjoyed my stay! I reached out to management about a couple of things while I was there that they never responded to, but I ended up figuring out what I’d messaged them about myself. It was very clean and cute, plus the location was perfect.
nice little place, very quiet neighborhood (at least this time of year). Bed was good. I did not like the Keurig coffee maker. Would recommend providing some sort of table/chairs to use for eating and sitting upright. Even something that would fold., since space is small.
My husband and I just got married last weekend and wanted to do a little mini moon getaway in Santa Cruz. The bungalow is cute and perfect distance from the beach/boardwalk and downtown.
Our only recommendation would be a mattress topper for the bed. The bed was very uncomfortable and we both had backaches every morning. Other than that, we highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Courtney. We regret to hear that we were unable to provide you with a pleasant stay.
We will be sure to pass your comments along to our local manager, who will work with our homeowner to make the necessary upgrades. We look forward to hosting you again!
We stayed for 26 days in Santa Cruz to help out and spend time with our daughter, son-in-law, 3 yr old granddaughter and newborn grandson. We have stayed in Santa Cruz many times but not close to the boardwalk. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This location was perfect to spend time with our daughter's family during the day and able to enjoy the evenings downtown and at the boardwalk. The house is half of a duplex with the owner, Keith next door. He is so nice, friendly and very helpful as to giving us recommendations of favorite places to go close by. The house was clean, bed comfortable, and good shower pressure. The kitchen was clean and had what we needed. The location was on a quiet street and street parking was easy to find. A parking pass was provided. We would definitely book a stay here again.
The location is great: a duplex about four blocks just down the hill to the ocean pier or Boardwalk. It is a three-room unit. Immediately inside the front door is the bedroom. The next room is the TV/living room with a couch and a lounge chair. The back room is the kitchen and adjacent bathroom. The unit was well supplied. Parking is extremely limited. Window coverings were insufficient. We actually hung a sheet over two of the windows to secure privacy. The historic feel of the unit and the neighborhood was fun. Overall, we very much enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Sarah K.
9 Nov 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mehhh Wouldn’t Stay Again
Honestly, this place was pretty gross. The sheet had stains on them, the shower drain barely worked so we could not shower in fear that it would flow over plus that’s disgusting. The home is VERY small, and the entrance door walks into the bedroom, then the living room, then kitchen. It’s the only door as well so it feels a little claustrophobic. The remote was missing that allowed you to use the tv, they only provided the remote that turns it on. Overall it was OK I guess, but I never stay again and would recommend it either. Extremely overpriced for you get too.