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Captain's Quarters

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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a window with blinds. - Captain's Quarters (Santa Cruz)
A beachside property with a wooden staircase leading to a glass-enclosed balcony overlooking the ocean. - Captain's Quarters (Santa Cruz)
A corridor with large windows leading to a deck with a view of the sea. - Captain's Quarters (Santa Cruz)
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking the ocean, a cozy seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a dining table with chairs, and a brick accent wall with a framed picture. - Captain's Quarters (Santa Cruz)
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a television, and a view of the beach. - Captain's Quarters (Santa Cruz)
Captain's Quarters provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Captain's Quarters

  • Summary:

    Oceanfront elegance with wraparound decks and panoramic bay views.



    The Space:

    VR PERMIT #211306 | Exp. 11/2026



    The Captain’s Quarters: Oceanfront Luxury



    The Captain’s Quarters boasts one of the most spectacular oceanfront views in all of Santa Cruz. This is beachfront living at its best, with wraparound decks facing the Pacific and sweeping Monterey Bay views from nearly every room in the home.



    Perched at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and nestled above one of Santa Cruz’s most beloved beaches—Twin Lakes Beach—this single-level retreat offers unobstructed 260-degree ocean views and direct beach access just steps from the deck. Whether you're soaking up the sun, enjoying the ocean breeze, or unwinding to the sound of the waves, every moment here feels effortless.



    With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a full kitchen plus a separate updated kitchenette, the home is thoughtfully designed to accommodate multiple families or groups traveling together. Enjoy 160 feet of ocean frontage, expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces, and parking for up to three vehicles.



    Ideally located between the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Village—and just a short walk to the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor—you’ll have easy access to fresh seafood, local dining, beach bonfires, and everything that makes the Santa Cruz coastline so special. Pick up fresh catch from Stagnaro Bros. and prepare a meal at home, or explore the many nearby restaurants just minutes away.



    Wake up to breathtaking sunrises from the primary suite, and in the evening, watch the lights of Monterey, Moss Landing, and Pacific Grove shimmer across the bay.



    Whether you're gathering with family, reconnecting with friends, or simply escaping to the coast, The Captain’s Quarters offers an unforgettable oceanfront experience..



    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.



    Must be 25 years old to book.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme park 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

🚨 Top 5 Non-Negotiables 🚨 (Please read before proceeding with your booking) 1. No Parties or Events — Ever Any party, gathering, or event will re...

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Up to 2 pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

About the neighborhood

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
    Santa Cruz Harbor
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Maria's Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harbor Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Stagnaro Bros.
    7 min drive
  • Marini’s at the Wharf
  • Crow's Nest Restaurant
    14 min walk
  • People's Coffee
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Quarters pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Captain's Quarters?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Quarters?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Quarters located?

Nestled on the beach, this Eastside Santa Cruz vacation home is steps from Lincoln Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Sunny Cove Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Captain's Quarters Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Although this property has a copious amount of deferred maintenance it truly is in the perfect spot on the beach. This is our second time staying at Captains Quarter.Thank you for the easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location

What an amazing location ! The house was set up perfectly for us. The rental agency is very attentive with any questions too. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view simply cannot be beat. You walk from a huge wrap-around deck with full view of the ocean right out of a gate and onto stairs leading to the beach below.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect. Communication was great. View was better than advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You walk into the house and the view takes your breath away. They allowed our dogs which was important to us.The kitchen is outdated but we spent our time outside and that was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable views. We have stayed at this property several times (3 to date). You are literally on the water and beach. Our family decides together where to go- and the Captains Quarters is a unanimous decision. We have seen whales dolphin otters and seals. The wrap around deck has 300 degree views. The property is pet friendly and the beach is pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The property was amazing!

This property is fabulous, loved the view and location. The house itself is very spacious and in a quiet neighborhood. We will definitely stay here again in the future!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was amazing! Beautiful ocean views from every room. Easy access to the beach. Amazing deck! Plenty of room for my family. Would definitely love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend!

Great house! Great location! We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Great place to relax and enjoy the sounds of the ocean! Our family had a wonderful time here and made some great memories
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for wedding family

We had a wedding in Santa Cruz- wanted somewhere that we could come back relax etc before the next event and it was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was definitely somewhat outdated but was very clean and well equipped. The real reason to stay here is the fantastic location! With the points to the East and West of the property access to this section of beach is very limited, especially during mid to high tide. In addition the private beach area is great especially for young children.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!!

I wanted to stay all week or forever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is pet friendly. This is the best house from Half Moon Bay to Monterey. The house has 270 degrees of windows to take in the beach views. Sunsets are gorgeous, the light house is great and the beach is beautiful. We have stayed here two times and will stay there again and again!Btw- this last time we had a seal a sea otter and two whale sightings- all close enough to see from the deck. Did I mention the deck? It is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating Life Achievements

Spent two days celebrating the kids graduation from high school and becoming adults (18th birthday). Great location and amazing views. Enjoyed walking the beach with the dogs and taking in the local scene.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Captains Quarters for our spring break. What an amazing home!! From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with ,literally, the most breathtaking ocean views. These views continue around the entire home. It fit our family with kids so comfortably. The kitchen came fully stocked with everything we needed to cook for our families for the entire 4 days. The easiest way to get to the beach is to exit near the BBQ. A short 5 second walk to the staircase and then you are able to walk to clean, beautiful beach. The home came with plenty of towels for the beach and for bathing. So many games, puzzles, activities for the kids. The bed linens were so soft- everyone slept great. PLENTY of indoor and outdoor seating. Honestly, we are going to make this a yearly trip. What a great home! They communicate via text during your stay, and answer any questions so fast. Can’t wait to come back! :)
Living area near kitchen
View from kitchen sliding dooe
Beautiful views of sunsets each evening from deck
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Archival

8/10 Good

Spectacular views and great beach access

We spent five nights here for Thanksgiving. We were overwhelmed by the views from both inside the house and from the deck. The beach access was easy and great for dog owners/lovers. Kitchens and bathrooms are in need of some updating, but that's easy to overlook because of the location of the property and the other common areas/bedrooms. I highly recommend for people who are ready to spend time enjoying the beauty of Santa Cruz beaches and who want to see the most spectacular sunsets imaginable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property right in the beach

Great location and amenities. Although some of the property is outdated. It is clean and very well supplied. Beds were comfortable, bedding was clean. Only negative was the shower in the master bath has very low water pressure and the drain has some sharp sections that could cut someone. Other than that this was a fantastic vacation rental that I would refer to anyone and would stay at again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

The only complaint I have is the the bedroom I stayed in had huge stains in the badly worn carpet. The shower was rust and crud on bottom of door. I didn’t d not feel comfortable taking a shower. Given the price of the property I was disappointed in the condition of my room. The location is great, but I would not stay here again unless I knew that bedroom was cleaned up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful home Perfect view!

I have many criticisms of this home. The house itself is beautiful, and I would definitely return. It was not clean when we arrived so I had to clean it before my guest arrived. Carpets filthy in need of cleaning.Bathroom shower moldy and drain cover loose and could cut your foot if your not careful. Glassed in kitchen needed to be washed before using...The property managers were nice and responded quickly. But more attention needs to be taken to this lovely house before it gets worse. Ongoing maintaince is necessary in such a wonderful spot. Thank you and I would return and hopefully all will be taken care of
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Very disappointed!

The house is beautiful on the outside in a great location with an incredible view and a great beach. However, we felt that it is expensive for a view and two updated bedrooms. We were very disappointed because none of the pictures show the following: - Two clean kitchens but very old, with two ovens but no baking trays or oven dishes. - Three clean but very small and old bathrooms, with holes and patches in the walls. - Very used furniture in the dining room and especially in the family room. It is not showing because the sofa has been changed. It was very hard to feel comfortable and to relax. - Stained carpet by the pool table and stained sheets and pillow cases. - Two out of the four lounging chairs on the deck are broken.
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Beautiful Beach location in desperate need of attention.

Let me first start by saying the view can not be beat. Gorgeous. The interior of the house desperately needs some attention. Its like staying at a frat house that they bought new comforters for. The carpet is stained, the kitchen is VERY under supplied - and the "Sleeps 8" factor is assuming 2 people are sleeping in the living room on an old, uncomfotable pull out couch. The wifi is very slow & the cords and modem are sloppily placed on a kitchen counter. I've rented many properties on VRBO all over the US and this was, by far, the most run down house. Do not plan on staying here with the intention of making meals, you will be VERY disappointed by the kitchen situation. Even the coffee maker didn't have everything needed to brew coffee. There was one wine opener, but the cork screw was broken off. The property management folks are very unorganized and unprofessional, (slow to respond & the different employees don't seem to communicate with each other). The house is in a great location, with a trip to Ikea & Crate & Barrel they could really make the place much better. But, like I said in the beginning, the view & the location are amazing - if you are 6, 30 year old, surfers that just want a place to crash & order take out.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this property. Glad we came before tourist season started. So busy. 3rd shower didn’t work.

Despite 3rd shower not working, loved it. Could use more bathroom linens. More hand towels. No screens on doors; maybe other properties don’t have them either? These are little things. Would love to visit again!!!! Family get together- damn kids all moved to west coast ( we from Michigan). Where was the washer/dryer? Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, Beautiful, Never want to leave

This property is amazing, I can't wait to go back. The views are absolutely breathtaking. The house was perfect for our small family. We spent the entire time on the deck enjoying the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A view you can’t beat and a wonderful place to gather with family and friends!

With two bedrooms overlooking the beach and a full wrap around deck facing the ocean, this is a location that really can’t be beat. We love coming here with our family and friends to relax, cook and watch the dogs and children play on the beach below. Planning to make it a yearly tradition!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018