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Apartment with ocean views

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Cowells Surfside with front house in background
driveway and view of front house
Steps to the front door
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Cowell's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Apartment with ocean views

Relax on the sunny deck, walk along West Cliff Drive and fall asleep at night to the sound of crashing waves. Cowells Surfside is a clean, one- bedroom apartment located two houses from West Cliff, behind a main house and above the detached garage. Surrounded by plants and a garden it has beautiful views of the Monterey Bay, Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Mountains. The apartment has bamboo floors, granite counters and large sunny windows. The living room has a pullout sleeper sofa making space for children or additional guests. There are plenty of linens and towels along with a stocked kitchen. Included with your stay are two beach cruisers, boogie boards and beach chairs. The deck has a working gas grill for outdoor cooking. It’s a perfect get away for a couple of small family.

The apartment gives you walking access to many beaches, great surf spots, the Boardwalk and SC Wharf, wine tasting and shopping. Athletes have been renting here for years to have easy access to triathlons, surf contests and other races. Families love it for the proximity to the Boardwalk and downtown. Travelers return every summer and fall to enjoy the fun and beauty of our town.

We welcome long term renters in the fall and winter months. Please inquire about available dates and rates for monthly rentals.

Keywords: apartment, casita, back house, one bedroom, beach house, bungalo, ocean views, clean, long term rentals, beach.

Property manager

Kerry or Scott Edelstein
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pull out couch, fee for extra persons over 2 guest
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parking is on street- unless loading or unloading No turning around of cars in driveway-drive in and back out Quiet hours are 11pm-7am
Additional 7% fee for any cancellations

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this apartment 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 Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Main Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Stagnaro Bros - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Lane Supply - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Apartment with ocean views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Apartment with ocean views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apartment with ocean views ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Apartment with ocean views located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Cowell's Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

2nd Time but not the last!

This place is great in EVERY aspect! We LOVE staying here & can’t wait to return for a 3rd, 4th…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave f.

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

Spacious and romantic bungalow.

We had a wonderful stay. The unit is clean, spacious and super comfy! Perfect for a couples getaway. Just a few steps to the ocean and a short walk to the pier and boardwalk. We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Wonderful place

Had another great visit to Santa Cruz. This property was great. A very comfortable space, fantastic view of the bay, super close to W Cliff Drive for a walk along the ocean. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

November get away

Came over for a nice long weekend. Location was perfect…walking on W. Cliff is the best! Will definitely be back. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan T.

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

Great getaway!

Kerry was a fantastic host! Very communicative and friendly, as were her dogs and family :) the apartment was perfect for my stay with my fiancé. Great location right off the bay and so close to many fun activities! The apartment itself was clean and cozy. Loved this little gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

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

Birthday trip

Great location. Beautiful views. Loved watching the sunrise over the ocean every morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Premium location...

Hard to beat this very near West Cliff location. Steps to the shore. Easy walking distance to the Wharf and Boardwalk. All services are close by. The apartment itself is just as pictured. Well designed, built, and maintained. It felt very private and secure. Parking was never an issue for us. We will return. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren H.

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

Perfect spot

This apartment was perfect for our stay in Santa Cruz! Extremely clean and comfortable. Kerry was a great host and her communication terrific! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

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

Family reunion

What a spot! We loved everything about this cute, clean, airy, great view spot! The location is perfect for everything santa cruz! One house off of west cliff, perfect for walking everywhere! Kerry and Scott were perfect hosts and, their darling dogs are the perfect addition! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Santa Cruz- west cliff

The perfect place for a couple of nights with my son before college drop off. We loved riding the bikes and the view is spectacular! Top notch hosts! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd t.

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

Another great stay

Kerri and Scott are great hosts. They are very thoughtful and kind.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George Y.

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

Delightful

Great place. Great location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great

We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

Excellent

Fantastic in every way! One of the top places we have ever stayed. We’ll be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

hannah t.

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

Couldn't be better

This place exceeded our expectations and is even more beautiful than the photos! We won't stay anywhere else now that we know about this gem 🌟
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

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

Perfect Santa Cruz retreat!

We have nothing but wonderful things to stay about our stay here! The location was excellent- view of the ocean, very walkable, private. The property was clean and exactly as described. Kerry had great communication with clear check in/check out instructions and tips for things to do in the area. We absolutely would stay here again and recommend to anyone traveling to the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Ocean sights and sounds

Perfect home base for walking along West Cliff Drive or to the wharf. Very clean, very comfortable, well appointed unit over the garage, so you have privacy and a view of the ocean. You can hear the ocean and the sea lions with a window open. Great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

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

Lovely time excellent host

I had a short stay in Santa Cruz cut even shorter. I stayed in this excellent vrbo with a wonderful host. I could not praise the experience enough. I’ll be back! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gennaro G., 20831 Seregno (MB) Italy

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

Struttura splendida per posizione e dotazione

Siamo stati benissimo in questa ottima struttura ed abbiamo solo un rimpianto. Il tempo è trascorso troppo in fretta. I proprietari meritano un elogio aggiuntivo considerate la loro discrezione e gentilezza
Stayed 33 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

todd t.

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

Awesome visit

I have been staying at this wonderful place for, I think, 10 years or more… I grew up in Santa Cruz and moved to the East Coast…Kerry and her family are wonderful hosts and this place is awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Outstanding Host & Property!

Kerry, our host, was very friendly, helpful and responsive! The property was outstanding! It was clean, well furnished, beautifully decorated and in a great location. The bed is super comfy too! We loved having a washer and dryer on-site. We would love to come back and visit sometime soon. Can highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Great 3 Night Stay

This is a great unit above the garage and two houses from the ocean cliffs. The unit is clean and well maintained. Easy to walk everywhere in town. You do have to park on the street and during the summer it can fill up quickly. But still I not had to park 1 block away. Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

McBrien P., Seattle, Washington

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

Once again, a wonderful stay

This is our second stay in this lovely apartment and I cannot find enough positive words to describe my joy of our stay. Very clean, very comfortable set up: kitchen, bathroom and bedroom are comfortable and easy to get set up for my stay. Very close to west cliff ( in a good way!). You can open the bedroom sliding door and feel the lovely sea air and listen to the seals bark. Very quiet even though it is 1/2 block of west-cliff. Easy walk to beach or to the pier. The owner is very easy to get a hold off and easy to communicate with. Needless to say we have already booked our next trip ( 2 months from now)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kerry or Scott Edelstein

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Why they chose this property

The location and views of ocean.

What makes this property unique

Walking or biking to everything. We love looking out our windows at the ocean and all the happy people on their way to enjoy the natural beauty here.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests