Title: Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=116162993&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach Cottage in Santa Cruz with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels - Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116163000/116162993/63ccdeec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library - Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116163000/116162993/2703a98b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116163000/116162993/7a38dfd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116163000/116162993/7f591758.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library - Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116163000/116162993/1f082d99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom575 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach This adorable one bedroom cottage is centrally located in Santa Cruz, one block from Santa Maria beach - a vast sandy stretch of beach for sunset strolls and beach play. The cottage is within walking distance of Starbucks, an amazing italian deli, Sunday Farmer's Market, two taquerias and a great italian restaurant. The cottage is behind our main home and has a charming, small yard and side entrance. We offer a Cal King Bed, Queen Sofa Sleeper and full kitchen. The space: This is a guest cottage behind our home. With beach living, we are all fairly close together (neighbor included). We try and offer as much privacy as possible and please know that noise can travel easily between homes. We ask that you respect quiet hour times. The full kitchen offers an array of amenities including a Nespresso Coffee Maker, Milk Frother, Toaster/Oven/Air Fryer, Ninja blender, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, full-size oven and cooktop. We offer an array of coffees and tea. The main bedroom has a Cal King bed and offers a large screen TV and full closet for storage. The living room has a sofa sleeper that has a queen bed and includes a TV and Sonos system for music or TV. The bathroom has a tub/shower combo with a jetted tub and handheld shower. As we live close by, we are happy to provide special requests or offer additional speciality appliances if we have them. Guest access: The side yard and the front yard are your small outdoor oasis. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 575 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29630000/29626500/29626463/ea5799ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE,SUN,SURF &WARM TEMPS/ HOT TUB Eastside Santa Cruz - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 261 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=29626463&PinnedHotelID=29626463&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88220000/88216800/88216709/cf0a5df4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect Vacation Home! 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Thank you. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Santa Cruz County has a strictly enforced noise ordinance – Quiet Hours are between 10:00pm and 8:00am. Also, we do not allow any gatherings larger than 6 people in our home. We strictly prohibit the use of fireworks as fireworks are illegal in the County of Santa Cruz. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.96134%2C-121.98566&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pNOjR9WApmt6bdZybiVeNJdzSXs=) Santa Cruz, CA #### What's nearby - Sunny Cove Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Twin Lakes State Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Pleasure Point Park \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Santa Cruz Harbor \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Seabright Beach \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles #### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬20 min walk - ‪People's Coffee - ‬17 min walk - ‪Coffeetopia - ‬2 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach? ### What time is check-in at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach? ### What time is check-out at Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach? ### Where is Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Designer Inspired Beach Cottage, One Short Block from the an Expansive Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy A. 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was a very clean, nicely appointed rental, in a great location. ##### Wendy A. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bethany C. 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were such a short walk from the waves and very comfortable. We loved it and want to stay again! ##### Bethany C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel D. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The East Cliff Beach Cottage was absolutely perfect for our 3 night stay in Santa Cruz. Easy check-in, clean, comfortable and well appointed. A for bathroom amenities- super soft towels and high quality supplies (soap, shampoo, etc.). It’s private, secure, and spacious feeling for a condensed footprint. We will happily return! ##### Samuel D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenna A. 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful 1 Bedroom cottage behind owners main residence. Private entrance, plenty of amenities such as kitchen equipment ie: coffee, blender,microvave etc... Beautifully arranged as in furniture and access to blankets, towels, pillows. Actually more than enough for the two of us. Overall so very comfortable and cozy. We will be back for sure. The hosts were very gracious and welcoming and checked in with us to ensure we had all we needed. ##### Glenna A. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ---