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Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat

Family-friendly holiday home in Santa Cruz

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mystery Spot
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1 - Upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2 - Upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat

Permit #161215 | Managed by Kendall & Potter Property Management DRE #00420520

Welcome to Pebble at Sunny Cove, a bright and welcoming beachside home designed for laid-back gatherings and memorable coastal moments. With a private fenced yard, game room, and quick access to Sunny Cove Beach, this four-bedroom retreat offers the perfect blend of fun, comfort, and convenience for families and groups alike.

The Space
- Sleeps up to 8 guests – ideal for families or small groups
- 4 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
- Open living areas and sliding doors leading to outdoor dining deck
- Game room featuring a pool table, ping-pong table, and classic wood Skittles game
- Fully fenced yard with gated driveway for added privacy
- Driveway parking for 4 vehicles
- Keyed lockbox entry for flexible arrival
- Washer and dryer included – perfect for longer stays
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
- Linens provided – just bring your beach towels
- No smoking, parties, or pets allowed
- Guests must climb a full flight of stairs to access the main living level

Nearby Attractions
- Sunny Cove Beach – walkable via cliffside stairs or the scenic Starbucks path
- Live Oak Farmers Market – Sundays in summer, just two blocks away
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf – family fun and local eats
- Capitola Village – quaint shops, wine bars, and oceanfront dining
- Moss Landing – kayak with sea otters or go whale watching
- Monterey Bay Aquarium – one of the most renowned in the world

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Property Registration Number 161215

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Seabright Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mystery Spot - 13 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffeetopia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Point Market - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat Just Steps from the Sand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat Just Steps from the Sand?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat Just Steps from the Sand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat Just Steps from the Sand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pebble at Sunny Cove – Spacious Coastal Retreat Just Steps from the Sand located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Sunny Cove Beach and Lincoln Beach. Twin Lakes State Beach and Santa Maria's Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay ! House was well equipped and very clean. Walking distance to a beach which was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

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

Everyone had a good time and enjoyed the space

We would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

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

Great spot for any group

This was a great place to use for a team creative trip. Right by the ocean, and the house itself is super cool if you are into retro beachy architecture. Would def stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilene M.

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

Enjoyed the funky 79s vibe

We had a great holiday stay with our kids and grandkids. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking and entertaining. Beds are comfortable. Enjoyed the view of giant waves and the blowhole across the street as well as the downstairs game room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Family time

Great stay property exceeded expectation a quick still to the best beach in Santa Cruz
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

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

Perfect place for our group of friends

Great place to sleep, cook and eat together before we did our half Iron Man there in Santa Cruz! Felt like Kauai and norcal all Mixed in one!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robbie A.

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

Great for family gathering

We are three generations gathering from three states. The Pebble at Sunny Cove was a great choice. Great location, quiet neighborhood, lots of space to spread out or gather together. The kids really enjoyed the game room and the boogie boards! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Querida B.

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

Great Getaway

Very comfortable, all the comforts of home with large windows to view the ocean and let in the light. Large rooms to hang out in and play games. Game room with pool table and ping pong table. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Great Location

We had a wonderful vacation! Just steps from the ocean view and the super fun surfers. The furniture is a bit dated and funky, but it has a great relaxed vibe. We walked to the beach, Starbucks, and local market/deli. The kitchen is well stocked with a wonderful oven and everything you need for a covid friendly vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

vince r.

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

Weekend Stay Review

Overall, we all really enjoyed our stay at this house. Our only comment is there were spider webs inside and outside of the property. Other than that, everything we needed was at our fingertips (ie. plates, silverware, appliances). Close access to a small beach was wonderful! We would love to stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Weekend at the beach

This place is located in a great area. Across the street you see the ocean and down the street you can hike down to the ocean. The furniture is outdated in the home but is kept good and is really cool to see old furniture like this. The home is set up to separate the kids from the parents which is nice and it provides all the games pool table and ping pong table. We had a wonderful time. I'm definitely would use this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

laure F.

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

family Thanksgiving

The house was perfect for a large family gathering. The only reason I gave it four stars instead of 5 for the accuracy of listing was it could sleep way more than 8! The check in process wasn't hard but it would be very nice to be able to go directly to the home instead of having to go to office to get the keys. Especially when your flight comes in late and all you want to do is get to the house. They were very kind and helpful overall! Would stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

East side Santa Cruz

The property was awesome. Checking in and checking out was more trouble than other sites. You had to go to property managers. Then you had to clean some of the dishes and empty dishwasher and clean counters. Didn’t they have a cleaning service to do this? Yes cause they charge you $250. Else gorgeous house and location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Lots of room, So close to the water, Cool layout

I loved this 70's beach house, with so much room and tons of beds. The game room with the pool table and the ping pong table were a hit. The 2 separate living spaces upstairs makes it feel like you aren't all on top of one another. The only feedback I would give are that while there are ample supplies, a lot of the kitchen stuff is outdated. Dishwasher is subpar, coffeemaker is small and the toaster is wonky. Small issues that do not ruin the overall charm.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Donald Q.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Could be great...BUT LESS THAN GOOD

Could be a great VRBO, excellent location! I am a VRBO owner and want to be very careful not to be only negative with my comments as that is easy to do. This place is in a great location!! It has been well used and its dated with very run down furniture. That could be fine and charming in itself but not what we expected. The space wasn't very clean and we had to wash all of the dishes and utensils before using. The Bar-B-Q was filthy and front deck chairs need repair or replaced. The property management company blamed VRBO for listing that a hair dryer was included when it wasn't. They also blamed the last renters for the dirty dishes. All issues are easy to address and not costly for this owner. $700 per night would be the correct amount to charge if it was clean and updated......As it is now I wouldn't recommend renting to a family....its a better fit for 8-10 young students that want to have a party getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pictures are not accurate for views

We were expecting ocean view from the great room and were deceived by the very outdated pictures. All the homes surrounding this property have been built up, way up and you can no longer see beach nor reach Blacks Beach without a car as access has been blocked off from this home. You only get a glimmer of water ( not beach) from back deck now. So we felt we paid for view but didn’t get. Also downstairs bedrooms now have a bunk and two twins in each room. So they’re tight but listing still only calls for sleeping 8. Would sleep 8 in two norms downstairs alone. Watch for breaking your baby toe on the bunk ladders. That being said, it’s a great mid century home, which we really loved! It’s equipped as far as kitchen goes better then any I’ve seen! You can see this home has been loved for its whole life! Internet was pretty good. There’s a picnic table upstairs off great room with bbq. No deck chairs anymore as pics show on back deck. Bring your beach chairs if you want them. There were two bikes ( we didn’t use). It’s very quiet and safe neighborhood. During day there’s lots of building on houses behind. Soon, that new home in back will take away any privacy when you want to open up and take advantage of the gorgeous floor to ceiling windows in great room. Houses will be looking straight in to back deck and kitchen/ sitting area. But we loved the home, it was serene and perfectly Capitola ! Kitchen was updated and wonderfully done. Maintains the mid century feel and look!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen B., Folsom, CA, USA

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

Artsy & Comfy

The location was lovely and the house was a surprise with several spaces to gather or to be alone. Loved this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corine S.

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

Beach with all boys

We had a wonderful time. Home is very clean & location is great. Beds are a little hard for those of us older folks. Plenty of space. We had myself, husband and our for boys ranging in age 16-24.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large Spacious Home

Kitchen was well-equipped and appliances were excellent. We were disappointed in the back deck outdoor seating, as the chairs were falling apart. The front deck was fine. Ocean views are limited due to construction. Area is lovely and access to beaches is good.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin Dru D.

Convenient, spacious, lovely location

We were a group of 7 adults, and this was a great solution for us. The house is indeed spacious! We took advantage of the beach access everyday. And it's very convenient for shopping, going out to eat, etc. The house had everything we could possibly want. We will try to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

TIm M.

Amazing place, with amazing views!

My family and I had an amazing time here. The house was amazing and the views were breathtaking. We hope to stay here again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

James B.

Beautiful home perfect for two families with kids

This was the perfect house for my first trip to California. Such cool, retro and casual style. It checked all of my boxes for sure. The property has lovely flora and gets visited by a lot of avian fauna. The house faces east-west and has patios at both ends, so you can let the breeze from the ocean blow right through the house, and control the temperature based upon time of day by just cracking the east door a little more or a little less. Watch the sun set on the west patio while you enjoy the view of Santa Cruz’ three beaches, and then come watch the moon rise on the east patio. Santa Cruz in July may be earth’s best weather. Cool mornings and sunny, warm afternoons. It was the perfect sized house for our two families. The whole first floor was the domain of our kids, who loved the game room. The kitchen is well-appointed for a beach house. Lots of stuff here. The property manager was generous with the towels and very helpful. The shower has great water pressure. I wish my shower worked that well. Did I mention how beautiful this property is? Minor quibbles: - there could be better lights in some rooms. - couldn’t figure out the TV - internet connection is un-great, but there’s a Starbucks w/ google fibre a block away - my bed was firmer than I prefer. YMMV. - It would be nice if the property used the lock-box system of key exchange. Driving to the property manager for keys is a minor inconvenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svitlana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kendall & Potter Property Management

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Kendall & Potter Property Management, Inc. is a professional property management company doing business in Santa Cruz County for 43 years. We strive to give our customers the professional and individual service they deserve. We have an array of vacation rentals to meet the needs of all of our customers such as large homes for family gatherings, condominiums for a romantic getaway, girl's retreats or business accommodations.
We also have fully furnished corporate housing for monthly or short stay rentals. The Santa Cruz area is one of the best kept secrets on the Monterey Peninsula. It offers an array of activities, both recreational and educational. Contact us for more information on our vacation rentals or to book your next vacation in Santa Cruz!

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