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Scott Johnson
3 doors from the BEACH - PERFECT LOCATION!
| 42 Reviews | |
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
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Santa Cruz Cottage Rental Photos and Description
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath, (Sleeps 6)
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Welcome to your home away from home where your family or friends can spend a relaxing vacation. We supply EVERYTHING except FOOD, CLOTHES, PERSONAL ITEMS, FIREWOOD and YOU!
Arbor House Santa Cruz Beach Cottage Vacation Rental in Santa Cruz California, is a 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath private residence that can accommodate 2 to 4 guests comfortably and a Family of 6 easily. Rent for one weekend or a couple weeks throughout the year. We are just four houses up and 150 steps to Twin Lakes State Beach, Santa Cruz on the Monterey Bay Sanctuary.
Just steps away are Dining, Drinks, Boating and Entertainment on the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. There will be no reason to leave the neighborhood!
As you sit on the raised backyard deck of our Cottage, watch boats come and go from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. In the distance you will hear the Sea Lions on the Santa Cruz Pier, and the adults and children laughing and screaming as they ride the Circa 1924 Giant Dipper on the famous 100 Year Old Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A 7 minute drive or a 1.20 mile walk. There is also a 'Summer Season' ferry that will glide you across the Yacht Harbor to get you on your walk to the Beach Boardwalk a bit faster.
Take Kayaking excursions on the Bay or a Chardonnay II Tour, go Wine Tasting or take the Skunk Train into the Santa Cruz Mountains!
There are so many things to see and do in Santa Cruz, on the Monterey Bay and surrounding area that you'll want to re-book your next stay right away!
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- Suitability:
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- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- smoking allowed
- wheelchair inaccessible
About Scott Johnson
Arbor House Cottage has been in the family since the 1940s. Though it wasn't called Arbor House then, it was simply a rental that my parents owned. My grandparents lived across the street in the corner house and I remember going to see them and playing there. Being with them was very special to me and my siblings. After they passed, I lived there with my Mother and Father until I married and started my own family.
It is good to be able to go over from time to time, enjoy the beach and good restaurants and recall the wonderful memories!.....(note the picture on the wall in the dining room, it's not me but reminds me of me as a child on the beach).....
Scott and I have put many long and loving hours into making Arbor House the warm and welcoming Cottage that it is today.
So, 'welcome'....This is your home for the short time you are here. Enjoy, Relax and let your cares slip away.
Scott Johnson purchased this cottage in 1946
What makes this cottage unique
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Arbor House Beach Cottage is located on 6th Avenue, just four houses up and 150 steps to Twin Lakes State Beach.
Just steps away is one of Monterey Bay's most popular restaurants, The Crow's Nest offering spectacular waterfront views on the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary.
As you sit on the deck of our Vacation Rental cottage, watch boats come and go from the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Listen to the Sea Lions on the Santa Cruz Pier, and the adults and children laughing as they ride the 1924 Giant Dipper on the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. About 1.97 miles away and a 7 minute drive or a 1.20 mile walk.
Free Water Taxi throughout the Yacht Harbor: Weekends and Holidays,
10 AM - 6 PM Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Take Kyaking excursions on the Bay or a Chardonnay II Tour, take a ride on the historic Roaring Camp Railroad or Skunk Train or go Wine Tasting!
There are so many things to see and do in Santa Cruz, on the Monterey Bay and surrounding area.
Guestbook comments from the manager
We just returned home from a five day stay in the "Arbor House" in Santa Cruz. We spent those five days with our son's family (they have a 2 and 3 year old). This cottage has everything that you could possibly need for a beach get away. The property is totally fenced in, making it great for kids. The Arbor House is decorated perfectly for a beach cottage. The beach is so close, and the harbor is so beautiful just out the kitchen window. We will definately rent this cottage again, we loved our stay there.
Reviews
5 based on 42 traveler reviews
Had a wonderful time.
Such a charming beach cottage! Very comfortable, with a wonderful deck! Good views of ocean and harbor. And a very short walk to twin lakes beach!! Will definitely stay here again..
One of our favorite get-aways!
This was our second time visiting the cottage. It was just as enjoyable as the first time. We love the quaint decor, the amazing location (easy walk to beach, restaurants, lighthouse) and feeling like we're at a second home. The cottage is more than well-equipped with a stocked kitchen, laundry, quality linens and even a metal detector for "beach-combing" (haha)! Highly recommend the cottage for families or couples.
A relaxing get away just minutes from the beach!
We found this cottage to be just what we needed to get away from the busy day to day and the heat of the valley! It is very clean and has all you need to feel at home. The best part is sitting out on the deck in the back with your morning coffee. It is minutes from the beach and quieter than I expected. I feel if you were a tall person, 6 ft or over, you may want a place with higher ceilings. I would otherwise recommend to all.
Kimberly Crum
Nice house in a super location
Very nice house, with everything one needs, steps away from the beautiful beach. The deck in the back is a big plus!
Great property!
The property is awesome, great location steps to the beach. The back deck has a great view of the marina, beach and lighthouse. Owners were very easy to work with and we would definitely return to this property again.
Beach Vacation Perfected
My husband, 2 year old son and I had the most wonderful stay at the Beach Cottage. There is nothing I would have changed about the home, location, amenities, etc. We will be staying at this cottage every summer from here on out. The ocean is even closer than it looks in the pictures. You can hear the waves from the house.
Thank you for a perfect stay.
Map
Beach Volleyball, Famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Pier, The Skunk Train, Downtown Santa Cruz and Downtown Capitola Village are all just 5 minutes away..........Carmel and Monterey are a 45 minute drive..........A variety of public and private chartered tours on the Bay are available, book a Wine Tasting Tour or Deep Sea Fishing excursion and Much, Much More!
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Rates & Availability
Santa Cruz Cottage Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Manager accepts payment in:
- USD
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Low Season
Sep 6 2016 -
Nov 20 2016
2 night minimum stay
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$205
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$1,395
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$4,900
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Thanksgiving Break
Nov 21 2016 -
Nov 27 2016
2 night minimum stay
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$275
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$1,895
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$6,900
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Low Season
Nov 28 2016 -
Dec 18 2016
2 night minimum stay
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$205
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$1,395
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$4,900
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Christmas Winter Break
Dec 19 2016 -
Jan 1 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$275
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$1,895
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$6,900
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Low Season
Jan 3 2017 -
Feb 9 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$205
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$1,395
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$4,900
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Valentine's Day
Feb 10 2017 -
Feb 26 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$275
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$1,895
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$6,900
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Low Season
Feb 27 2017 -
Apr 13 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$205
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$1,395
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$4,900
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Easter
Apr 14 2017 -
Apr 23 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$275
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$1,895
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$6,900
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Low Season
Apr 24 2017 -
May 11 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$205
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$1,395
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$4,900
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Mother's Day Weekend
May 12 2017 -
May 14 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$275
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$1,895
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$6,900
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Low Season
May 15 2017 -
May 25 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$205
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$1,395
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$4,900
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High Season
May 26 2017 -
Sep 5 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$275
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$1,895
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$6,900
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High Season
May 22 2018 -
Jul 23 2018
2 night minimum stay
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$333
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Additional information about rental rates
| Housekeeping | $125 |
| Refundable damage deposit | $500 |
| Tax Rate | 11.0% |
The rates above have been given ONLY as an estimate with Low Season and High Season fees as a guide to the number of possible nights you might stay. You are not limited to a specific number of nights stay or specific Check-In/Check-Out dates. (note that it is much more economical, per night, to stay 4-7 or more nights as opposed to only 1 night. The same $125.00 house keeping fee applies for 1 night or 1 week stay). Additional $25.00 per Adult per night fee may apply for each additional Adult based on 6 guests stay. Please email us for an exact quote.
* Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Manager's Cancellation Policy
- Available arrival
- Available stay (no arrival)
- Unavailable
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