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Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach

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Pool
Sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Popular LocationNatural Bridges State Park9 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk5 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)46 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 9
2145 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    Common area
      1 queen bed

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach

    About the area:
    This is an ideal vacation spot any time of the year! Escape to Santa Cruz and enjoy this beautiful, bright, and well-equipped Beach House. You will love this house and enjoy that it is just a few minutes walk to West Cliff Drive and Natural Bridges State Beach. West Cliff Drive offers a multiuse path that overlooks the beautiful Monetary Bay with breathtaking views. It is the most beautiful part of Santa Cruz. It is a perfect spot to drive, walk, bike, run or skate. Keep your eyes open for whales, dolphins, seals, sea otters, and other wildlife. If you enjoy watching surfers catch the ultimate wave, head to Steamers Lane near Lighthouse field and enjoy the grassy field for an afternoon picnic.

    Summer is the season to enjoy watching Humpback Whales from the shore. You will also see Monarch Butterflies near to Natural Bridges State Park, which is across the street from us. There are even a few Monarch butterflies that visit our backyard.
    Walk or bike to Westside cafes and restaurants, the Lighthouse, Natural Bridges, downtown, the wharf, bakeries, and excellent breweries, and wineries. All of these are just a 10-minute bike ride away. Art openings in the neighborhood and a farmer's market each Saturday are just .5 miles away. The downtown farmer's market is on Wednesdays. There is also a farmers market around the corner from the house on Saturdays. Santa Cruz is the ultimate place to find fresh organic produce. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is an 8 min drive or 2.4 miles down Delaware Ave.

    About the house:

    The house is equipped with bikes, beach chairs, sand toys, and beach towels. The neighborhood has a few other vacation rentals mixed in with long-term residents. It is a fairly quiet respectable neighborhood, which is nice and clean in one of Santa Cruz's most sought after areas.

    This two-story home offers a living room, family room, formal dining room, and family dining in the kitchen overlooking the backyard with a total of four bedrooms and 3 full baths. Downstairs you will find a bedroom with a full-size bed and a comfortable queen size pull out couch and a full bathroom. Upstairs there is a large master suite with a sunken bathtub, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom. In the family room, there is a Smart TV with access to Netflix, Amazon, and much more and a cable TV in the master bedroom. The house is bright, comfortable and CLEAN. The backyard is fully fenced with a pergola and seating around a cozy fire table. You will LOVE it here and feel right at home.

    •• Kid items: sand toys, toys in the upstairs bedroom, two pack and plays, two gates, a portable highchair, and extra twin size fold out floor mattress and children’s books ••

    We ask our guest to follow the Santa Cruz noise ordinance of - No person shall, between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. make, cause, suffer, or permit to be made any offensive noise (1) which is made within one hundred feet of any building or place regularly used for sleeping purposes, or (2) which disturbs, or would tend to disturb, any person within hearing distance of such noise.

    Getting around
    Uber, LIFT, city transportation and taxis, walking and biking

    Property manager

    Janiece Rodriguez

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Onsite parking options include a garage

    Kitchen

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Dishwasher
    • Kitchen island
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 4 bedrooms
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 3 bathrooms
    • Hair dryer
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Fireplace
    • Living room
    • Separate dining area

    Entertainment

    • Books
    • DVD player
    • Games
    • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
    • Video library

    Outdoor areas

    • Barbecue grill
    • Garden
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio

    Laundry

    • Laundromat nearby
    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board

    Location highlights

    • Near a health/beauty spa
    • Near a hospital
    • Near the marina
    • Near the sea

    Things to do

    • Bicycles on site
    • Water sports equipment on site
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Horseback riding nearby
    • Jet skiing nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Mountain biking nearby
    • Mountain climbing nearby
    • Rock climbing nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Scuba diving nearby
    • Snorkeling nearby
    • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Theme park nearby
    • Whale watching nearby
    • Wildlife walks nearby
    • Windsurfing nearby
    • Winery tours 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
    • Deadbolt lock

    General

    • 1 unit
    • Bicycles
    • Garden
    • Unit size: 2,145 square feet

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    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age: 25

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

    An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    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
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
    This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

    Property is also known as

    Serenity Natural Bridges Short Stroll Beach House Santa Cruz
    Serenity Natural Bridges Short Stroll Beach House
    Serenity Natural Bridges Short Stroll Beach Santa Cruz
    Serenity Natural Bridges Short Stroll Beach
    Serenity Natural Bridges Shor
    Serenity at Natural Bridges Short Stroll to Beach
    Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach Santa Cruz

    About the area

    Santa Cruz

    This vacation home is located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, and is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

    What's nearby

    • Natural Bridges State Park - 9 min walk
    • Cowell's Beach - 4 min drive
    • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive
    • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive
    • Ocean Street - 6 min drive

    Getting around

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

    Restaurants

    • Starbucks - 3 min drive
    • Parish Publick House - 3 min drive
    • Panda Express - 2 min drive
    • Burger King - 3 min drive
    • Mission St BBQ - 4 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Serenity at Natural Bridges - Short Stroll to Beach located?

    This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of 2222 Beach, Natural Bridges State Park, and Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve. Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

    Reviews

    9.4

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

    9.2/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Vicki M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great location
    Perfect for a quick drive to Natural Bridges stare park to either watch for Monarch butterflies or play on the beach. Also great to get to West Cliff drive for a beautiful stroll along the coast.
    Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Dorothy M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    'Natural Bridges' was beautiful and well equipped, having everything single thing we needed!
    Terrific!
    Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

    8/10 Good

    Jan R.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    We would come back again
    The house was great. The kids' room is adorable, and we appreciated all of the bikes and toys left for us to enjoy. Great proximity to the beach, with a free State Park pass - thanks! The garbage was really full, and we didn't know whether to put the bins out on garbage day. We didn't know it was garbage day until we heard the trucks the next morning, so we left them even more full. It would have been nice to know about that. Also, The manager wasn't there upon arrival, as expected, to give me the new entry code. If the housekeepers hadn't still been there when we arrived, we would not have known how to get in the house.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

    8/10 Good

    Karen H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Good Space and Location
    Beds and bedding were comfortable, Lots of towels, liked all the beach stuff, and fire pit. Couldn’t seem to get lamps in some bedrooms to work, ants in master bathroom, and some kitchen pans were old and rusty.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Gary S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Nice location well appointed
    A nice location close to a small beach and nature area and only minutes from the Boardwalk area. The home is well equipped for a full family of both adults and children. The jogging stroller was particularly helpful and the bikes and beach toys welcome. We made good use of both the full kitchen and the gas BBQ. I expect that we will be back.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Claudia F.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Santa Cruz
    This house worked great for extended family - 4 bedrooms! Everything worked well and we loved the bikes! Janiece, our manager was super great to work with - she responded immediately to any questions. We totally enjoyed this house! Thank you!
    Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

    8/10 Good

    Wayne W., St. Louis, Missouri USA

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Good Location--But.....
    The location of this house is its greatest advantage. Unfortunately, the promised pass to Natural Bridges State Park was not honored. The existing pass had expired, and when we contacted the property manager, she promised she would deliver a current pass but that did not occcur. I would never rent a property again that did not allow you to wear shoes in the house which is the case with this property. The house could use some upgrades (plumbing is very noisy and the icemaker doesn't work).
    Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Jenny K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful
    Gorgeous location close to beach and very comfortable! Perfect for UCSC graduation weekend with extended family!
    Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Jan A.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great location and property
    Overall great experience. Really enjoyed the area. House was very nice and clean. Would rent this property again
    Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

    8/10 Good

    Candace T.

    Wedding Weekend
    We had a great time. The spacious house was everything I imagined it would be. My son's wedding was the center attraction. Wish I had more time to visit and enjoy the area. We especially enjoyed the fire pit in the evening.
    Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018