Title: Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6666&destination=Santa+Cruz%2C+California%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=55225665&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach ## Photo gallery for Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach ![Beach nearby, beach towels - Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55230000/55225700/55225665/3f30dbab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55230000/55225700/55225665/b46aa539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55230000/55225700/55225665/aaf111e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55230000/55225700/55225665/ca2382f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55230000/55225700/55225665/bf613844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience serene natural beauty at this beach house, where you can watch the surf from your living room and stroll to Schwan Lagoon and Twin Lakes Beach. Enjoy dramatic sunsets, bonfires in the fire pits, and a peaceful zen-like quiet atmosphere. The home features a charming upright piano in the living room, picture windows with spellbinding views of Schwan Lagoon, plush furniture for ample seating on both patios. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach Enjoy peaceful serenity and natural beauty as you check the surf from your own living room. Watch great blue herons, snowy egrets, and cormorants through two huge windows overlooking picturesque Schwan Lagoon and Twin Lakes Beach -- the best family beach in town! (permit #181472 / TOT certificate # VRAB00053) Steps to the sand, this house is just six houses up from the beach. Sunbathe, bodysurf, wander a long stretch of shoreline, have bonfires in the legal fire pits, and enjoy dramatic sunsets just steps from your door. Walk to the harbor to rent SUPs and kayaks, or sail on one of the Chardonnay II's daily cruises across Monterey Bay. Spellbinding views from the bedroom, living room, and kitchen create a peaceful zen-like quiet. The back patio, a lagoon-side garden oasis, is perfect for happy hours and morning coffee in the sun. This home is your own Shangri-La. LIVING AREA Unwind into vacation mode in a comfortable living room with a charming upright piano. Plush furniture offers ample seating, and picture windows overlook Schwan Lagoon. Settle in and watch a movie on the 43” flat-screen TV after a fun-filled beach day. Watch Cormorants, Egrets, Herons, Ducks, Geese, Eagles, Hawks and Hummingbirds galore from the comfort of your living room. KITCHEN & DINING Tap into your culinary side in a bright and spacious kitchen outfitted with a full suite of stainless steel appliances. When it’s time to eat, share delicious home-cooked meals in the sun-soaked dining area. BEDROOM, SLEEPING AREAS & BATH This single-story unit sleeps up to three guests between a bedroom, a bonus room, and the living room. Sleep soundly on a California King size bed in the peaceful bedroom, in addition to a full sized Futon Couch that can fold to a bed for extra sleeping space (also New as of August 2021). The living room is furnished with a full-size sleeper sofa and a comfy small fold-down loveseat. The bonus room features a queen-size bed, closet etc. Find a sparkling walk-in shower, and Bluetooth-capable mirror in the bathroom. OUTDOOR AREA Breathe in the coastal air on the private back patio with seating for four. This cozy waterside sanctuary features a fire pit, lush foliage and a wood deck. The front patio also has a table with sun shade that's great for afternoon happy hours! EXTRA AMENITIES & MORE DETAILS Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, games, a Bluetooth speaker, plus a nice piano and a guitar for fostering your own entertainment and creativity. There is parking for up to two cars in the driveway. Please note that this property does not have air-conditioning. Additionally, the patio is located down a flight of steps and the owner lives on-site in a separate apartment. THE LOCATION Stroll to any of 10 neighborhood restaurants within blocks for excellent food, drinks, and live music. Drive only 10 minutes from this central location to access downtown Santa Cruz, UCSC, Capitola Village, The Boardwalk, golfing, surfing, hiking, shopping, and all the colorful culture our Santa Cruz area has to offer. Note: This is a county permitted "Hosted Rental" with a separated unit on one side of the house where the owner lives. The rental is completely soundproofed and private with locking doors. No smoking inside. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33120000/33112100/33112057/54ad2e6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage Eastside Santa Cruz - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 312 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=33112057&PinnedHotelID=33112057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134700/27134681/2ec83a8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet family home Santa Cruz Bananna Belt - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 114 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=27134681&PinnedHotelID=27134681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34200000/34192300/34192293/c1ba01ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanside Victorian Cottage Located On Scenic West Cliff Drive Westside Santa Cruz - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 127 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=34192293&PinnedHotelID=34192293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29635400/29635371/3ea0bd3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek Eastside Santa Cruz - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.8 Exceptional 273 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=29635371&PinnedHotelID=29635371&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793200/94793123/a3e11610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand Capitola - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 8.2 Very good 12 reviews £329 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=94793123&PinnedHotelID=94793123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33714200/33714101/76467bd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Capitola Nook Along The Creek. 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Guests and visitors may park in the driveway. (Driveway fits 3-4 cars) Noise limits: Comply with Santa Cruz County Code 8.30: quiet hours 10PM–8AM every day. Nothing detrimental to neighbors or occupants of house allowed. Cooking allowed in kitchen only. No illegal behavior or disturbances allowed. No Fireworks! In case of emergency evacuation go out to street, call Jim ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. 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 Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) [View more Holiday homes in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6666-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C36.96444%2C-121.99660&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=47jsHCV4PXWCt8vnIwnh-XCjFzI=) Santa Cruz, CA ### What's nearby - ![Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/5efa86b1-6902-415a-9ffb-268e96cf0614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Cruz Harbor 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Located at the northern end of Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz Harbor ... 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California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/86ce10b1-7f0c-424b-bfee-26cbbec81a2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 5 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Twin Lakes State Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Sunny Cove Beach 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) 26 min drive ### Restaurants - People's Coffee 3 min drive - Crow's Nest Restaurant 9 min walk - Coffeetopia 4 min drive - Verve Coffee Roasters 20 min walk - Starbucks 16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach? ### What time is check-in at Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach? ### What time is check-out at Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach? ### Where is Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Beach House with amazing views of Shwan Lake and Twin Lakes 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 138 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgia K. 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, beautiful views, comfortable stay ##### Georgia K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Maeve G. 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location and neighborhood. Able to walk to the beach. Decor and furniture could use some updating though, felt like staying at a family’s house more so than a fancy rental, but not really in a bad way? Host was really great! Nice guy, nice neighbors, I’d stay again. ##### Maeve G. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky B. 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! We loved the property! Jim was so friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Becky B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie S. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! Very impressive location and a great house. It has everything you may need, super comfortable! ##### Julie S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather L. 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location The view over the estuary was amazing. ##### Heather L. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff A. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend in SC Jim is a very friendly and accommodating host!! We'll definitely be back! ##### Jeff A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia S. 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The location is a quick walk to a great beach and some local eateries. The view is also a great bonus! ##### Sonia S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raleigh D. 15 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Jim's place is very clean, quiet and comfortable. The location is delightful for the beach and neighborhood walks. It felt very private, but Jim was responsive if we had any questions. Very relaxing stay! ##### Raleigh D. Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Madeleine N. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location Location Location Loved our stay at Jim's place. This was just the perfect place for. View of the lagoon and the wildlife, very close to the beach, and the harbor. Jim was an awesome host. Check-in was very easy, and all communication with Jim was timely. Will definitely stay here again. ##### Madeleine N. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi G. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great View Great location, so enjoyable to watch the lagoon from bed. Nice set up for a small family. Quiet neighborhood. Bathroom is small, but was fine for us. ##### Heidi G. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim H. 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great! Property is exactly as advertized, and it was perfect for our trip. Easy beach access and plenty to see and do. ##### Kim H. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim L. 26 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family event stay House is clean and nicely stocked the views to the lagoon provide lots of entertainment for bird watchers nice quite location. Would recommend ##### Jim L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail B. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location and size for three people The house was great and the owner was quite nice and not intrusive at all. We really appreciated the simplicity of the decor and the cleanliness. ##### Gail B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah M. 30 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in Santa Cruz! James's place is in such a great location, just a short walk to the beach. I really enjoyed the kitchen...i love to cook and it had everything I needed, including sharp (a rarity at most VRBO's)! ##### Deborah M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miriam R. 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views and location This was the perfect property for the three of us. Very close to the beach. The owner was great to work with, very responsive. ##### Miriam R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob T. 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Perfect for a weekend. Great location, clean, plenty of room. Jim is a great host ##### Bob T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer D. 6 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We enjoyed our stay at this property! It is close to the beach, and the view of the lagoon from the window is amazing. We will definitely stay at this property again when we visit Santa Cruz. ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael T. 19 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, views, and friendly host We had a great time in Santa Cruz. The property is a short walk to beach and has a great view of the lagoon. Host was very attentive and welcoming. Even got invited to their neighbors party! ##### Michael T. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda B. 21 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great place We enjoyed our stay--the unit is spacious and has a wonderful kitchen. So close to the beach, and convenient to so many things. We loved our stay, our host was very helpful and responsive. We were very happy with our stay. Thanks! ##### Linda B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas D. 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Eastside beach access The property was in good shape. We had a great time. The area is nice and close to the beach. ##### Thomas D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve S. 21 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! Great place to stay, loved the view! Thank you ##### Steve S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica H. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The best part of our day was the location of the property, which was right on a slough (like a pond), And we had a wonderful time watching all the cormorants and pelicans and other birds on the water. The place is super close to the beach, harbor, restaurants, and a very peaceful and friendly neighborhood. The bedrooms were super comfy, the kitchen was spacious and clean, the bathroom was small, but also clean with good water pressure:) ##### Jessica H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa S. 10 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Wknd Get-Away! Walking distance to all we needed for a tranquil 2-days away… left the large windows open (to enjoy the view) and it was still very private… beds were delightfully comfy, firm yet soft. James was extremely helpful with his (local) recommendations, much appreciated! We will definitely return for another stay when we have the chance. ##### Melissa S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha C. 5 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Great location in Santa Cruz and the house had a great layout and was very comfortable. Great view of the water and numerous birds. 3 min walk to the beach. 10 min drive to shopping areas. 30 min to redwoods and an hour to Monterey. When we come back to the area, we will be staying here again. ##### Samantha C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S. 1 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable and private The house was clean, comfortable and very private. We very much enjoyed watching the birds on the lagoon. Easy heat adjustment. Excellent communication from the host. We hop to stay here again. ##### Daniel S. 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