Choose a vacation rental for your Twin Lakes getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Twin Lakes with a stay in a private vacation home. You'll find plenty to explore during your stay in the area. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Twin Lakes
Do you want to find things to do in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and check out everything that Twin Lakes has to offer. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Pasatiempo Golf Course (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Seascape Golf Club (6.3 mi / 10.2 km)
- Zip Line (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
- Mount Madonna Center (14.6 mi / 23.5 km)
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (16.3 mi / 26.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Twin Lakes
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to take in the scenery, Twin Lakes is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Monterey Bay (11.9 mi / 19.1 km)
- Twin Lakes State Beach (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Seabright Beach (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Sunny Cove Beach (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Santa Cruz Main Beach (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Main Beach (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
How to get to and around Twin Lakes
The nearest airport is in Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), located 11.8 mi (19 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 27.1 mi (43.7 km) away.