In a charming coastal neighborhood, Beach Lovers Retreat welcomes you with its unique Balinese-themed dining room and comfortable dog-friendly spaces. Enjoy the large fenced-in backyard, perfect for family gatherings or your pet's playtime. Imagine warm summer nights around the fire pit and just a short walk to Cole's BBQ.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Beach Lovers Retreat
Summary:
Welcome to the Beach Lovers Retreat - 1 Block from the Beach - Gourmet Kitchen - Pet Friendly - Firepit.
The Space:
VR PERMIT # 211208 exp. 6/28/2026
A relaxing beach retreat - just a block from the beach - is tastefully decorated in a contemporary Balinese style with a soothing and warm tropical feel, and lacks nothing. It is immaculate, quiet, and very comfortable. Extra cleaning precautions are being taken to ensure your safety during COVID. And with so many people needing to be online these days, the highest internet speed available in the region is available.
A FIVE-STAR EXPERIENCE
It’s all in the details.
This remodeled beach home’s focus is on comfort and relaxation. It has a peaceful, tropical feel throughout that puts you at ease, accented with unique art and handcrafted furnishings.
A spacious, open-concept floor plan keeps you connected, and the welcoming living and dining areas encourage you to sit down and enjoy time together.
Prepare a meal in the well-stocked gourmet kitchen and then enjoy it in the Balinese-inspired dining room.
Soft white towels, high-thread count sheets, and a collection of quality personal bath care items are available.
Beach Lover’s Retreat is another level of dog-friendly, with plush doggie beds, blankets and a dog-friendly & off-leash beach is just at the end of the street. Plus, the backyard is fenced for their safety and your convenience. One guest commented, “…my dog is still wondering why we had to come home.”
In-home entertainment abounds – provided are libraries of hundreds of hit movies, children(many Disney) movies, and multi-genre music CDs for your enjoyment! A large family game collection is also available
HANG-OUT(SIDE)
After a long day at the beach or the Boardwalk, gather around the outdoor fire pit.
There is a Weber gas grill for preparing your fresh catch-of-the-day from the Santa Cruz wharf and other finds from the nearby farmers’ markets.
Enjoy your meals around the backyard dining table next to the grill, and relax afterward in our lounge chairs.
The secure fenced backyard means you can let your children and four-legged companion run free. And there is an outdoor hot + cold shower for use after coming off the beach or when the pup has rolled in the sand all day.
IT’S YOUR KIND OF BEACH NEIGHBORHOOD
This vacation home is located in a safe residential neighborhood that embraces the best of the “Santa Cruz vibe.” It’s very much a “wave and say hi” kind of place.
The beach’s sand and waves are right at the end of the street, just a block away. The Beach Lover's Retreat is within walking distance of 41st Avenue, the main artery in the area for restaurants, coffee houses and shops.
There’s plenty of parking with 3 on-driveway spots all your own.
Located just 5 to 10 driving minutes from the Boardwalk and Capitola, and 15 minutes from the eclectic Pacific Street shopping / dining downtown area. The home is 50ish minutes from Monterey and Carmel.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Theme park 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)
An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
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1. No Parties or Events — Ever
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: You well behaved family dog is happily considered.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Moran Lake Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. Santa Maria's Beach and Pleasure Point Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Beach Lovers Retreat Reviews
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We just returned home from our lovely three night getaway at this cozy home “Beach Lovers Retreat.” We’ve stayed at this home several times and continue to return due to its easy access to the beach (just a short couple of blocks walking distance), cleanliness of the property, ease of check in and out, and overall comfort of the house. The kitchen is always well stocked for cooking but there are also many close restaurants nearby that we enjoy. Always a pleasure to get a chance to stay at this great vacation rental on the coast!
We were very happy with Beach Lovers Retreat. It was exactly as described, spotlessly clean, with a terrific kitchen. Here was good flow between living room, kitchen, and outdoor space.
The only issue I had was some difficulty with accessing the home through the front door in my wheelchair due to multiple levels of floor in a small space.
The backyard had the essential large table easily accessed by French doors and a wonderful fire pit area. A cabinet in the living room was stocked with the most games I’ve seen in one place other than a game store!
But our favorite feature was the proximity of the nice beach. We headed down the block just before sunset several evenings to witness the day’s end. Even though I’m unable to descend the stairs to the sand, I loved that there were small groups of people showing up at the same time.
It’s two thumbs up for the Beach Lover’s Retreat.
Great location blocks from beach. Clean, spacious house with a nice yard. Lots of extras and details taken care of. Fully stocked kitchen, beach toys and chairs
It was a nice house. but the front door code didn’t work and the hot water didn’t really function that well. Had to be left running forever to heat up. Check out time was confusing as it is listed in the house on the fridge as 11 and in text - strictly at 10. Main bed is so springy that if either person moved the whole bed shakes.
Amy E.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frances A.
27 Aug 2018
Beautiful place so close to the beach!
A absolutely gorgeous home close to everything! This home has every amenity! The homeowners are so easy to work with and have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable! Wish I didn’t have to leave and can’t wait to be back!!!
We've been coming to Beach Lover's for several years now...and each time is a very relaxing and enriching experience. We used to live in the area but due to a job change...moved away so it's always nice to come back and stay for awhile. The house is perfect...the neighborhood is dead quiet...and beach access is just down the street. What more could you ask for the perfect getaway. We're already planning our next escape later this year...you won't be disappointed.
We stayed at the house with out two young sons and dog, and had such a lovely weekend; we didn't want to leave! The house is very clean and comfortable, and Linda has thought of all the perfect little touches to make it feel like home. We loved all the notes posted around the house to help you find what you need. In addition, the beach is an easy two-block walk away where you can spend the whole day and never get in the car. Everyone had a great time! :)
We (2 adults and our German Shepherd) stayed for 4 nights.
This house is just as advertised and more. Best equipped kitchen we've ever seen. There were kid and dog supplies galore. No worries if you forget something as it's probably already there. Our dog took every toy out of the basket to play with. Great location to walk the dog and easy to get to the beach and quick drive to groceries and restaurants. Would definitely stay again if we're headed to Santa Cruz area.
Charming beach house, nice location but overpriced
We stayed for two nights, house has lots of beach gear, cozy rooms and small state beach near by. The rooms are smaller than expected so for a group of six it's crampy. The bath rooms are not attached to the bed rooms so two families will have to juggle. The beach is okay at best. The price is not justified after adding VRBO and host fees on top of daily fees, so it's mispriced for it's location when it all adds up so buyer beware
This is a great location a block and a half from the beach. There is a good surf break right there, and it's kind of on a cove, so no crowds. The house had all the supplies you would need and has a really nice backyard with a fire pit that we enjoyed. Great place- we will be back!
We stayed for 5 nights to get out of the Sacramento summer heat. We brought our two retrievers with us. All of us had a wonderful time. The proximity to the beach cannot be beat, nor can the quality. The house was perfect size for us and had every amenity we could have asked for! It even had an outdoor shower to rinse off the sand! We hope to stay here again in the future.
Linda and Cal are the perfect hosts and great communicators. Their home is thoughtfully stocked and impressively organized to help you, your family, and dogs feel at home. The house and yard are pleasant and comfortable, and the neighborhood and beach proximity are excellent. We enjoyed lots of walking and a number of the nearby coffee and eatery options; also wonderful New Leaf Market for fresh local groceries. An ideal unwind!
Great location one block from the beach. Well appointed and quiet neighbor hood. Close to boardwalk and shopping and dining.
We live inland where it has been so hot and it was a relief to be cool and pleasant.
We loved staying at the Beach Lovers Retreat. My husband and I and our 4 kids stayed here for a quick surf getaway and it was perfect. The house is very well stocked and lots of really thoughtful touches. We will definitely stay here again!!
This is our 2nd stay here and we loved it again! We plan to rent this house every year. The kids love the fire pit for roasting hotdogs and s’mores! And the beach is so close. The beds are comfy and I love all of the decor. Thanks again Linda!