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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Snug Harbor

VR PERMIT # 211396 expires 11/18/2026

Just down the street is one of Santa Cruz's most popular beaches, dog-friendly and lifeguarded Twin Lakes Beach, where you can reserve a fire-pit at night to stoke up a roaring bonfire, play some volleyball, or just relax at one of the outdoor tables on the sand of the seaside cafes and restaurants nearby. Just steps away from Snug Harbor, you may choose to rent a kayak or paddleboard at the Kayak Connection, or stop in for dinner at the Johnny’s Harborside Restaurant. After the Harbor activities wind down for the day, you’ll appreciate how quiet this neighborhood is at night, as you relax and enjoy the comfortable amenities within the Snug Harbor.

Welcome to the Snug Harbor in Santa Cruz.  This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home that has recently undergone a complete remodel with emphasis placed on efficient and thoughtful design and offers nearly unobstructed views of the boats drifting in and out of the Yacht Harbor. The interior is bright, clean and cheerful with skylights positioned throughout, and lots of windows offering full frontal views of the Harbor. A large dining table with cozy breakfast nook will accommodate up to 6 persons comfortably, and the cozy living room area is appointed with casual seating for viewing the large flat panel HD TV or listening to music while enjoying the warmth of the fire. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing a home cooked meal and the enclosed courtyard with covered patio seating is a great place to relax, dine and BBQ. The two bedrooms open up to the sunny courtyard featuring a tropical outdoor shower with warm running water, and the extra-large backyard is fully enclosing. Additionally there is a southwest facing patio seating that has been neatly landscaped with comfortable lounge seating while offering wonderful sunset views of the Harbor.

Additional Pet fees do apply, per pet. Dogs must not exceed 45lbs and must be more than 1 year old. If you feel your situation regarding your pet warrants reconsideration of these guidelines, please contact the Beachnest office.

Property manager

Beachnest Property Management & Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Maximum 3 pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Snug Harbor Santa Cruz
Snug Harbor Private vacation home
Snug Harbor at the Santa Cruz Harbor
Snug Harbor Private vacation home Santa Cruz
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About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 3 min walk
  • Seabright Beach - 13 min walk
  • Main Beach - 19 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hot Dog on A Stick - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Snug Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Snug Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snug Harbor?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Snug Harbor located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Cruz Harbor and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Snug Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Prime. Location and adequate accommodations with an awesome backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stu & Jackie B., Malibu, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place has it all!
Clean, comfortable, terrific location with restaurants nearby, a short walk to a beautiful beach, perfectly equipped kitchen, quiet…what more is there to say.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Stockton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family vacation
Great place and great location. The yard was wonderful and the parking great for the area. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eileen A., PETALUMA, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Cottage
Snug Harbor is a perfect family getaway cozy home, with a great location and all the basic amenities covered!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Snug stay
Overall pleasant and a convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location was perfect
Everyone was so pleasant and helpful .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine H., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT HOUSE!!!
We loved this house! Perfect for our little family of 3. Nice view of the harbor and close to a great dining spot - Crow’s Nest! We’d stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Wonderful, comfortable little house
With harbor views and efficient use of space, Snug Harbor is an apt name for this rental. We loved the outdoor areas as well. The location is great and if we can, we will try very hard to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean and comfortable!
Our family enjoyed the Snug Harbor property for 5 nights. It had all that we needed and then some. They thought of all the touches and things needed during a stay. The location was perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the harbor
Great location to Beach and Dining. Enjoyed every minute. House was perfect for our family and small children. Everything we needed was included. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N., Santa Barbara, CA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming beach house
Well appointed charming harbor house. Close to everything. Bikes and beach chairs included in garage. Great walking and bike paths near by. It was perfect for my husband and me with our dog. Met all of our expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place & Location
It was perfect for our family of 3 —any more and it would start getting tight. Wonderful location within walking distance of harbor, beach, market & restaurants. If the weather is nice, plenty of room outside for entertaining. All the interior amenities you’d expect. Safe & Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexa N.

Perfect, cozy spot
Everything was so clean! The sheets smelled fresh. The towels were fresh. The beds were super comfy. The backyard is gorgeous. TVs in the bedrooms for privacy if you need to relax a bit in your own. The location can’t be beat. 5 minute walk to the beach. The Crows Nest restaurant is a great spot to grab a drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We rented last minute - the property managers were wonderful with my questions. The site is spectacular across from the yacht harbor and a short distance from the beach and great for scenic walks with our dog - this property allows dogs. But it’s pristine and doesn’t have a dog smell or vibe. Well-stocked kitchen (thanks for coffee!) sumptuous towels and linens. All in all a great long weekend. Fireplace made the rainy parts of the weekend very cozy! We loved it. Our family in town made more of it for other guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B., Pleasanton, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Gem in Santa Cruz
This location was the perfect holiday getaway for my wife, dog, and me. The house was just the right size, and everything inside was laid out perfectly. Everything we needed and more was readily available. Also, this house was immaculate; we've stayed at many rentals, and this location was the cleanest house ever. The location is perfect; you are a few walking minutes away from the beach, harbor, trails, restaurants, stores, and more. My family will gladly stay here again in the future. I can't recommend it enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim A., Campbell, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the Best in Santa Cruz
We have rented no less than 10 properties in Santa Cruz over the last decade and this one tops the list as the most fun for our family of teen girls. The location is central to so many activities - beach, harbor, lighthouse, the Boardwalk, surf spots, etc. are all a walk or short bike ride away. With this in mind, the owners have generously provided bikes, beach toys, chairs, even firewood for beach bonfires. The square footage is small but there are 3 outdoor areas to spread out so we never felt cramped and honestly very rarely were indoors. The layout works well and the bunk room has a heavy door that blocks out noise from the rest of the house so the kiddos can sleep. A few things to note that may be relevant is there is no air conditioning which is common for Santa Cruz homes. There are only a few weeks out of the year it is needed but should you happen to be there during one of the few hot weeks you will feel it. Also note that the entrance is up a full flight of stairs so those with mobility challenges may need support. Overall a super fun and comfortable stay. One of our favorites so far in Santa Cruz and we have done many. Thank you for sharing your snug harbor home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Easy check-in and out process. Very accommodating and when wanting to extend our stay we were able to! House is more upgraded than what the pictures showed. Plenty of space and amazing view. Very good location. Definitely looking to book this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Crows Neat
All in all it was fine. The dishwasher didn’t work so we could not run dishes. Also, the Nextdoor neighbors parties until the early morning. Not very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it at Snug Harbor!
Family and pooch just love this house. Location is perfect. Short walk to beach and great restaurants. Short drive to Boardwalk. We have stayed here twice now and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, well-appointed house! Great location
The house is cute, well-equipped with everything we needed. I do recommend that the toilet be looked at, it seemed to refill itself every 30 mins. We liked staying here and will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
Lovely home within walking distance of dog-friendly beach and restaurants. Short drive to Boardwalk and Arcade. Perfect family vacation home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway bungalow
Couldn’t be better
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to come back!
We had the best family vacation at snug harbor! The house location was so perfect! Short walk to restaurants and the beach! Our kids and dogs loved the backyard! Plenty of room for a pack and play in the bedroom! The house had everything we needed! Awesome sand toys, chairs and umbrellas! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy harborside getaway
Fantastic location, and very comfortable, fully equipped house
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021