[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! Sun and fun on the beach, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150645/8f55cfe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150645/8329bed6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150645/57171a23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150645/0062c7ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19160000/19150700/19150645/342818a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into a contemporary home that's just steps from the private end of Twin Lakes Beach. Enjoy ocean views from one of two master bedrooms, both with full baths and balconies. The fully equipped kitchen, indoor dining room seating for four and outdoor seating options make this house perfect for two couples or a family. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! Mediterranean home that steps to the private end of Twin Lakes Beach. Blacks Beach has great swimming, surfing and skim boarding. Walk to the Harbor, Crow's Nest, Como di Lago, The kind Grind Coffee Shop and other great spots. Bike rentals available. Our house is fully equipped for your enjoyment. bath and beach towels, linens and down quilts. There are two master bedrooms (California king & two extra long twin beds) with full baths upstairs and balconies. There is a queen sofa bed downstairs with a half bath. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is indoor dining room seating for four and outdoor seating. A warm outdoor shower is located on the side yard and there is a tropical secluded patio in the backyard with gas BBQ, dining table and chairs. Skim boards, boogie boards and beach toys are provided. This home is perfect for two couples or a family. (2-6 occupancy). We will accept pets upon approval but there is an additional fee. Parties and Weddings are not allowed. Discounted monthly rates available, please inquire. Keywords: House, Beach, Surfing, monthly rental, Vacation, Santa Cruz, relaxing, quiet, close to beach ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98290000/98283000/98282971/992270b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly Capitola - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=98282971&PinnedHotelID=98282971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35762300/35762263/935578b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz Cottage w/Ocean View-close to Boardwalk Eastside Santa Cruz - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=35762263&PinnedHotelID=35762263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19790000/19784700/19784699/6635e1b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor Eastside Santa Cruz - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 248 reviews CA $411 CA $978 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=19784699&PinnedHotelID=19784699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33120000/33112100/33112057/eea0b10f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage Eastside Santa Cruz - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 294 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=33112057&PinnedHotelID=33112057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22570000/22560700/22560640/cd5a6909.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanview Bungalow With Hot Tub - Walk To Beach - Pet Friendly Aptos - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 158 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=22560640&PinnedHotelID=22560640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34339500/34339498/b4961e37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number CO00046 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach House Blacks Beach Retreat wi-fi Harbor Steps Twin Lakes Beach ## About the area Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) [View more Vacation homes in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6666-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.96199%2C-121.99246&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=i4FyB_ZVvMz5vM5xv4zUlf6CR2o=) Santa Cruz, CA ### What's nearby - Twin Lakes State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Sunny Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Santa Cruz Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.9 km - Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.0 km ### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬14 min walk - ‪People's Coffee - ‬19 min walk - ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive - ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach! located? > Nestled on the beach, this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home is steps from Lincoln Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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