Title: Sunset Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sunset Cottage Holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34423100/34423021/0222a522.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34423100/34423021/e5cfb93d_edited_7886.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34423100/34423021/6be81b71_edited_adf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34423100/34423021/ea26e400_edited_fa29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34423100/34423021/36ea900f_edited_013e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tucked away in Santa Cruz, Sunset Cottage offers a tranquil retreat with Twin Lakes Beach views. Relax on the deck and patio area, protected from the wind, as you sip coffee or wine while taking in the scenery. With parking for 1 to 2 vehicles and pet-friendly accommodations. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Sunset Cottage Welcome to the Sunset Cottage at Twin Lakes Beach! This casual and rustic beach cottage boasts one of the best locations and views in all of Santa Cruz!   The Sunset Cottage is suitable for one family or two couples traveling together. Relax from the deck and patio area, featuring stunning views of Twin Lakes Beach and Schwann Lake.  The deck and patio area is wind protected, and an excellent spot for a morning cup of coffee, or glass of wine at sunset!   This property is all on one level, with parking for 1 to 2 in the driveway.  The master suite has a king sized bed with oversized en suite bathroom, and the second bedroom has two twin beds.  There is also a pull out sofa in the living room. The Sunset Cottage and Twin Lakes Beach are pet friendly! Professionally managed by Beachnest Vacation Rentals, you’ll enjoy local support and seamless service throughout your stay. 30 NIGHT MINIMUM Pet Policy: Pets must be over 1 year old and approved prior to booking. A $35/night fee per pet applies. Pets may not be left unattended in or on the property at any time. Please message us with details about your pet(s) before reserving. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 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 are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Maximum 1 pet allowed ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Sunset Cottage Santa Cruz Sunset Cottage Private vacation home Sunset Cottage Gorgeous Ocean Views! The Sunset Cottage Gorgeous Ocean Views! Sunset Cottage Private vacation home Santa Cruz d7a9d6f7-5600-46e3-bcb8-f727870aa8e6 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. [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%7C36.96285%2C-121.99516&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4oUmwezhi0Hi8uWpdkRwaz1Zr6c=) Santa Cruz, CA ### What's nearby - Twin Lakes State Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Santa Cruz Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Sunny Cove Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles - Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles ### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬12 min walk - ‪People's Coffee - ‬2 min drive - ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive - ‪Harbor Cafe - ‬14 min walk - ‪Brady's Yacht Club - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunset Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sunset Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sunset Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sunset Cottage located? > Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lincoln Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Harbor Beach are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunset Cottage Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dag Y., Davis 6 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4th of July long weekend in Sunset Cottage Amazing location, relaxing, roomy clean and dog friendly ##### Dag Y. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff A. 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Great place in a nice quiet neighborhood. Amazing sunset! ##### Jeff A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay! Lovely view! Charming property. Perfect for a family of 4. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Lauren M., Brentwood, Ca USA 6 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location One block from the beach, easy access. Close to restaurants & beautiful ocean view. Had a wonderful stay. Thank you so much! Lauren ##### Lauren M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanna G. 21 Feb 2018 #### Beautiful views. Close access to the beach. We very much enjoyed our stay at the sunset cottage. The accommodations were comfortable although a bit outdated. We walked to the beach and out to lunch at the Crow's Nest. Weather was nice, even in February! We will definitely return! ##### Suzanna G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Edward M. 5 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A pleasant Thanksgiving Came down for Thanksgiving-house is very comfortable for four and has a great ocean view from the deck. Not sure how suitable the house would be for young children but it was fine for four adults. ##### Edward M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jamie C. 25 Jun 2019 #### Great views. Great views and easy access to beaches but the house needs some TLC. Only four plates in the kitchen, and the shower heads hit you in the middle of your back because they are so low. ##### Jamie C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophia J., Studio City 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the place for a family vacation. The place is outdated as seen on photos and reviews but I don’t have a complaint with it, except the poor shower drain of the master bedroom. The supplies were enough and we found everything we needed. There’s a stairway to the private beach at the end of 12th. (One street next) which we went down everyday for walks. Loved the fact that there are so many lights and details to feel at home. I would definitely come back and recommend to my friends. ##### Sophia J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kris K. 12 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All about the location and deck House has a wonderful view, deck and great room. The kitchen is big but the tools are old. The whole place could use updating (bathrooms etc) but it was charming in a lived-in beach house sort of way :) The location is fantastic - easy access to the beach - only downside of the deck was significant traffic noise from E Cliff just below you. ##### Kris K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica I. 8 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I LOVE BEACHNEST ❤️ While fleeing a domestic abuse situation, the staff at Beachnest was so caring and helpful. The property was just what I needed. Spotlessly clean, with PLENTY of Beachnest's signature excellent linens and bedding. This property has a $10 million view, and an amazing deck to enjoy it from. The interior is dated, to be sure, but it is VERY comfortable and "homey". I really enjoy being here. It's also VERY secure, almost fortress like. Close to literally everything you want in Santa Cruz. ##### Monica I. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana L., Sacramento, California 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Labor Day at Twin Lakes Beach The weather was fantastic and we enjoyed lots of great food, family and fun. The accommodations are superb! We will definitely rent again. Thank you so much! ##### Dana L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard H., Long Beach, CA 15 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice view. Easy. ##### Howard H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Debra N. 5 Nov 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Great Location, and it ends there Location close to beaches, restaurants, and harbor. Fabulous Views. Charming decor features inside. Unfortunately, a long list of maintenance issues for both bathrooms, kitchen, electrical fixtures, and furnishings. Cooking and washing appliances were grungy. Mold is evident inside. Covid protocols outlined in manager's literature were not adhered to. Bath Towels were white, lush, and very clean. Soaps, Shampoos, TP, Paper Towels, et al provided. Small appliances functioned well. Outside had an abundance of dog pooh in the yard; the deck furniture was very dirty; and the deck had lots of cobwebs and dead plants in the boxes. Management company came during our stay and cleaned up the dog pooh. ##### Debra N. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianne M. 28 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable home, great location We had a great weekend visit with our teens and our dog. We enjoyed walking ... to the beach and to get takeout. The beds were comfortable and we were surprised by the lovely espresso machine in the kitchen. Next time we will bring espresso beans! ##### Dianne M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Matthew C. 21 Mar 2021 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### Sunset Cottage Fantastic views. Stunning deck overlooking lagoon and ocean. Master bed is very comfortable. House needs to be total facelift. Kitchen and bathrooms need to be gutted and made new. Ants were a big problem also. If some updates were done we would totally go back for that view. ##### Matthew C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carmen O. 6 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The cottage was nicely decorated, clean, and it had a beautiful view! It was very close to the beach My family and I really enjoy our stay in this cottage. The extra precautions that they took with professional laundring the towels, and bedding as well as the deep desinfecting and cleaning, gave us peace of mind during our visit. It was so relaxing and we enjoyed the short walk to the beach as well as sitting on the deck watching the sunrise and sunset, what a beautiful view! ##### Carmen O. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill B. 20 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location for beaches We loved the location close to local beaches where we could take our dog. The deck is fabulous and the bedrooms are comfortable. Some of the utensils in the kitchen were a little ancient and more information about local parking would be helpful as the cottage only has two spaces available and local streets are mostly permit only. It's not obvious from the photos but there is a road between the cottage and the lagoon. ##### Jill B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Alicia M. 5 Jul 2018 #### Beautiful views, great location This property had a wonderful deck with a grill and beautiful view. Once block from a great kid and dog friendly beach made it perfect for us! The house had plenty of seating for guests and lots of kitchen accessories for cooking and eating in. Minor suggestions would be to upgrade the pots and pans and the showers as well as add blackout curtains in the bedrooms. Great beach cottage, would love to go back! ##### Alicia M. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie T. 3 Jan 2018 #### Cozy Cottage Feel This is a very unique property. The views and location are quite nice. The house itself felt like we had stepped back in time to the 1950's or at least what I imagine the 1950's felt like given that it's a bit before my time. It was charming and was perfect for our Christmas holiday. The pots and pans in the kitchen should be updated as well as the linens but overall the charm of the house made up for these shortcomings. The rental agency is very responsive and helpful. They had a nice dried fruit tray waiting for us upon arrival which was a nice touch. We ended up extending our stay by an extra night once we learned it was available and they were very helpful in making this happen. Overall, a very nice stay with the appropriate expectations. I would rent this property again. ##### Julie T. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017