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Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Living Room View
Master Bath View (Crows Nest)

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8143.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seabright Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom (upstairs)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home

Seahorse Ranch

3 Bedroom, 2 bath home in Live Oak, Santa Cruz, Ca.
Reverse floor plan offers beautiful views of ocean, yacht harbor & beach from living, kitchen and dining rooms. Designed with oversized bedrooms and master suite. Comfortably furnished with, TV, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave. All linens provided & cleaning service
Additional back deck for afternoon sun.
Well supplied for family beach fun.

Activities:
The main attraction, is of course the beach, Located by the Yacht Harbor, Twin Lakes Beach has a mile of uninterrupted white sand, fire-pits and lifeguards.
Santa Cruz was voted the #1 outdoor town by Outdoor Magazine: 'Santa Cruz is the epitome of the California beach lifestyle.

There are also restaurants (the renowned Crows Nest restaurant), a coffee house, surf shop general store, and bathrooms within waling distance. Relax and play in the sand, rent a boat or kayak, boogie board, play beach volleyball and enjoy fabulous sunsets.

Visit “the hook” or Cowell’s beach for great surfing, hang out at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk amusement park, check out the shops and restaurants in Downtown Santa Cruz or nearby Capitola Village, hike the beautiful trails in the redwood forest or bike along the coastline - all of which are just minutes away.

And, don’t miss the incredible sea life at the Monterey Bay Aquarium located just forty minutes South of Santa Cruz.

Activities within 2-5 minute walk:
• Beach with fire pits: (bring hotdogs and marshmallows for roasting!)
• Harbor with chartered sailing, kayak, fishing and free water taxi in the summer
• Tennis courts, basketball and children's park combined
• Bike path at end of lane
• Restaurants overlooking the harbor: Johnny's Harborside with fresh fish market and Crow's Nest with live entertainment and deck overlooking the harbor.

•On the beach:
La Paloma for lunch or margaritas,
Kind Grind coffee featuring the perfect cup of hot java with fresh pastries and free live jazz on Sunday mornings!

Live Oak Farmers Market every Sunday

Volleyball Courts at Twin Lakes Beach & Santa Cruz Harbor

Capitola Pier (10 - 15 mins)

Important:
•Fire-pits are for decorative purposes only & non-functioning.
•No smoking
•No pets
•Garage and driveway parking
•Permit #241256

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No exceptions
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Note from host: no exceptions
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, a first aid kit 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 Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harbor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seabright Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Betty Burgers - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home on 19 May 2026 start from AU$945, 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 A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Few Steps From Beach, Harbor & Crow's Nest; Views Of Each From Quiet Home located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is steps from Harbor Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Santa Cruz Harbor and Lincoln Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a very nice area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location. Check in was smooth and easy, communication with the owner was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home. The configuration worked great for our family. So close to the beach and Crows Nest, one of our favorites. Everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pleasant, short walk to the beach, harbor, and restaurants. Beautifully laid out and furnished home with terrific views!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malia H.

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

Awesome location

We had a great stay overall and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our time here! This is a beautiful place, as described, just steps from the sound. I loved that I could sleep with my window open and hear the waves all night long. Thanks to the owners for letting us use this beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan r.

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

Great house for family vacation

The house and location are great! The whole process for booking, check-in, and answering questions was smooth and efficient. Don’t hesitate to book this house for your next trip!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill P.

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

Comfortable

Comfortable open concept upstairs kitchen and living area. Nice large backyard with dining table and fireplace area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home steps from the beach

We had a great stay at this darling home…it was perfect for the six of us and watching the sunset over the harbor from our living room each night was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

comfort and convenience

Great property with access to the beach very close. Great kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Y.

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

All star Santa Cruz Weekens

Comfy, warm and well thought out home to enjoy the beach and local area. Perfect basecamp for a long weekend by the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana S.

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

Beautiful home

This was the perfect house for 2 families. Very clean and great decor! Plenty of beach chairs but could use more beach towels. Great location and views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff S.

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

New Years @ Seahorse!

Great time in Santa Cruz for New Years with family. Property fit our needs very well!! Would definitely rent again on any future visit to the area! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

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

West coast excursion

The seahorse was the perfect spot for our stint in Santa Cruz. Our first time there the house was steps to the beach, volleyball courts, and restaurants. The house was very clean, could hear the crashing waves, and appointed with beach chairs and boogie boards too. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nena C.

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

Great stay

Had a great visit. The house was very comfortable for our little kids. Everything we needed to make meals and go to the beach. Just wish the outlets had covers (we ended up covering them ourselves). Bring a semi wide gate for the stairs if you have little kids/babies. We will definitely visit again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fallon M.

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

Returning Customer

We rented this house in June 2021 and loved it so much we returned to ring in 2023. There were 6 of us in our party and the house comfortably accommodated all of us with plenty of space. You can’t beat the location of this home. Only steps from the beach and able to hear the waves crashing at night when falling asleep. The kitchen is fully outfitted for making family dinners, decor is on point, and the patio in the front is perfect for watching the waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

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

Nothing but great things to say about this property!

This property really is awesome. The location is steps from the ocean, has a great patio in front with a view of the ocean and the entire upper level of the home has varying views of the beach. The bedrooms are all large and comfortable. There is plenty of space for everyone to eat and hang out. The furniture is comfortable and the television in the living room is enormous. The kitchen is decently-sized and has everything you need to make meals with your family and the back patio has a nice grill. The owner is incredible communicative and helpful. The location is also excellent, steps from the beach and a short walk from a couple restaurants. It's a short walk from a lighthouse, several other scenic beaches and about a 20-25 minute walk from the boardwalk and wharf. Lastly the property has all of the fine details covered....the linens are high quality and comfortable and the entire place is very clean. The artwork and entire beach feel of the interior is well done as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Owner was very communicative. The property has great views of the beach and the ocean. If your group likes to walk, making it to the lighthouse is a good goal. Property is a block from the beach and a block from the fire pits on the beach, which is the only place you can have fires on the beach. Overall great property and great location. Property is very spacious inside and out. Between the beach and on-site seating there are plenty of spaces to gather with your group and just hang out. Including the fire pit in the back… s’mores.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Excellent!!!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Always a good time here

I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, this is one of the best rentals you can find in Santa Cruz. Two houses away from the beach, walking distance to Crows Nest and Johnnys Harborside (which has amazing fresh catch of the day fish), clean and tastefully decorated. The hosts are on top of it and communication is a breeze. Looking forward to our trip back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

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

Excellent Time!

Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pepi R.

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

Very pleasant

Exactly as advertised. Nice large convivial LR arrangement for socializing. Perfect size dining room table for 6-8. Good kitchen. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

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

Amazing house with amazing views!

The house and location were perfect, could have only been better if we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Family vaca

Great location! Lots of room. Exactly as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Annual Celebration

Beautiful property, great location and amazing owners to communicate with. Very relaxing vacation with the family.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brian Franklin

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We've resided in the bay area throughout our lives and always enjoyed Santa Cruz. Through our youth and to this day continue to visit the beach frequently and still enjoy the coast.

Why they chose this property

It's the perfect get away!

What makes this property unique

You don't need a car once you get there.

Languages:

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