[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage Cottage with kitchen, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50610000/50608800/50608729/187b5bdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50610000/50608800/50608729/3a36581a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50610000/50608800/50608729/168f55ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50610000/50608800/50608729/5bf92880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50610000/50608800/50608729/cc27ed48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into this charming beach cottage, just blocks from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and 3 blocks from the beach. Relax in your airy studio with Spanish tile floors, French doors, white wood shutters and a sunny deck to soak up the sunshine. Enjoy outdoor living with a BBQ on your side patio or lounge in a hammock. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4642 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage Unique charming and cozy slightly funky historic cottage just 3 blocks from the beach and the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Airy and light studio with queen bed, plus queen sleeper sofa. Spanish tile floors, French doors, white wood shutters, sunny deck, side patio, BBQ, beach towels. Two bathrooms - second bath has an outdoor shower. New washer/dryer. Wireless internet, smart TV. Off-street parking. Built in the 1920's and originally the neighborhood library! Perfect for a romantic getaway for 2 or for a family of 4 looking for some beach fun! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Comprehensive recycling policy - Unit size: 642 square feet ## Similar properties ![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) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76410000/76400700/76400618/2d6e63e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living! 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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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Charming Twin Lakes Beach Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage Cottage Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage Santa Cruz Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage Cottage Santa Cruz ## About the area Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this cottage 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. With kayaking, motor boating, and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) [View more Cottages in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Cottages.d6666-aaCottages.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%7C36.96609%2C-121.99844&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I0M_GnQg6APJmlsQkUvEBJqHIKA=) Santa Cruz, CA ### What's nearby - Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Santa Cruz Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.3 km ### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬7 min walk - ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬15 min walk - ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage located? > Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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