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Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive

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In the heart of Santa Cruz, Epworth-by-the-sea's charming garden cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Stroll 10 minutes to the famous Boardwalk and main beach or simply relax in this historic landmark home with dedicated WiFi access and extended basic cable.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 346 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive

  • ***PLEASE NOTE: Minimum stay is 4 nights. Special pricing given for stays of 31 nights or more, and no taxes are charged for stays of this duration. Strictly no smoking property.***

    Less than 250 steps to the closest coastal access and world class surf, close to downtown, and easy and scenic 10 minute walk to the world famous Boardwalk, Santa Cruz main beach, and municipal wharf. The garden cottage is very charming, and is located on the grounds of historic landmark home, Epworth-by-the-sea. The unit was originally built in the late 1800's, and was used as a caretaker's cottage. It comes fully furnished, and includes extended basic cable and dedicated WiFi access. Pets are welcome for additional fee if arranged in advance. Modern amenities with the charm of a bygone era.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non-smoking only, please

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 495 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please text Khristina directly or via the VRBO portal upon leaving
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

When traveling with pets, please do NOT leave dogs alone if prone to excessive barking. Dogs must be leashed at all times while on the property.
There is one dedicated onsite parking space for cottage guest use. Please have any visitors or overnight guests park on the street.
Must inform host in advance if traveling with children or pets

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Flat fee of $95 per pet per stay

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only, please

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
Property Registration Number 001111

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this cottage is near theme parks and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Stagnaro Bros.
    15 min walk
  • Ideal Bar & Grill
    7 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl
    11 min walk
  • Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
    4 min walk
  • Marini’s at the Wharf
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cowell's Beach, Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Wharf. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

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Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful well presented property in a fantastic location in Santa Cruz. Our host Khristina was super friendly and couldn’t have been more helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

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

Slice of heaven- cottage by the ocean

This cottage is adorable! It has everything you need for a very comfortable stay. The ocean is right around the corner with peeks of the ocean from the cottage. Short walk to the pier and Boardwalk. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

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

Great property,

Great property.Amazing location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee V.

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

Great santa cruz cottage

Cottage was beautiful, comfy and quiet. The location could not have been more perfect for my time in Santa Cruz. Such a beautiful place right on west cliff drive. Host was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

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

Great property; great host

The location is ideal. The cottage is well equipped. Khristina is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Santa Cruz Cottage

This was a great property in an outstanding location. The cottage was nicely appointed with top of the line amenities. This is a very private location with hostess who knows the true meaning of hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

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

Charming cottage, great location

The cottage is charming and comfortable. Has everything needed for a short or long stay. Location is close to West Cliff and within easy walking distance of the wharf and Boardwalk. Host is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

Great Stay in Santa Cruz

We loved staying in this cottage. It is located near West Cliff and the boardwalk, yet set out of the way, where you have more peace and privacy. Our elderly dog had a great time sniffing the sea air on the patio. Khristina is a perfect host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Z.

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

Vacation

Because of the amazing location we were able to walk to the beach and boardwalk avoiding driving with the traffic! The house was the perfect size for just the two of us would defiantly be coming back! The host was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

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

Perfect getaway

Perfect beautiful space. My husband, puppy, and myself went for two weeks. Husband went home early and I stayed and felt so safe and relaxed. Close to everything. Enjoyed walking and being at the Ocean.The cottage was just remodeled and it beautiful!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sierra T.

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

Spring Break

Lovely place to stay and a great location. Perfect for a couple. Only thing to consider changing is the couch. Extremely hard and uncomfortable. Otherwise, the place perfect. Loved the closed in patio. Beautiful bathroom too!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Delightful

Victorian on the outside, clean, comfortable, and modern inside. As 80 year old visitors, there are a couple of items, especially grab bars in the bathroom, we would like, but we managed. We could hear the seal lions day and night, and walk to both the lighthouse, or to the waterfront. Beautiful neighborhood, great restaurants nearby!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette A.

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

Dreamy, Magical, Luxurious

The owner was friendly and very welcoming of our fur-baby! The bathroom, kitchen, living room had all the comforts of home. Each were stocked thoughfully. The location was spectacular and walkable! We saw whale 3 days in a row!! Highly recommend ed. Thelocationlocatiospectacular.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Quaint and Comfortable

Beautiful cottage so close to the ocean you can hear the sea lions on the wharf! Gorgeous landscaping that brought in the hummingbirds. The home was well equipped with very nice kitchen, soap and linen choices. We walked the ocean edge path and also to breakfast and dinner often. Santa Cruz is a great place for day trips from redwoods to beaches and sea towns. Our host was very friendly and responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

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

Perfect Location

This may be the the best location for a visit in coastal California. West Cliff’s walking path is steps away, Natural Bridges State park and it’s small cafe is the perfect compliment to the beach scene. The cottage was an iconic Victorian, something that represent the charm of Santa Cruz. It had everything needed for our weekend stay. Plus, it was private and quiet with it tucked away on an enormous property. We have already recommended it to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

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

Perfect for an extended stay in Santa Cruz

We had a wonderful 3-week stay at Epworth Cottage. The cottage was lovely, with high ceilings, a nicely equipped kitchen, and a separate bedroom with a comfortable mattress. The location is superb: set back a little from the street for privacy and quiet, but convenient to Lighthouse Field State Beach with its great views of surfers at Steamer Lane and all of Monterey Bay; Steamer Lane Supply for coffee and breakfast or lunch; and Its Beach for our dog. Khristina was not only dog-friendly, but also kind and accommodating when we arrived during an “atmospheric river” storm. We can’t imagine staying anywhere else in the area.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! Great communication, well equipped, clean, quiet, perfect for my stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and a wonderful host. Khristina was friendly and accommodating, and I would highly recommend this property. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage with everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the cottage , staff and stay was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect thank you! So nice to walk out the door to West Cliff, the wharf and Pacific Ave. Hardly had to drive thru SC traffic.Host was wonderful.. she bent over backwards to accommodate. And thank you for being pet friendly even though I ended up not bringing my dogs. Very recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Cosy cottage with great location

The cottage had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host could not be more accommodating. Place was very clean and comfortable! Great location in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved the location and the cottage. It was charming and cottage being set back from West Cliff. We would highly recommend it to anyone. Our host was responsive and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie E.

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

checks all the boxes!

Wonderful stay! The place is small, but the high ceilings make it feel bigger.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024