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A dining area with a view of a marina, large windows, and a ceiling fan. - Snug Harbor (Santa Cruz)
A spacious living room with a teal sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There is a ceiling fan, a floor lamp, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors. - Snug Harbor (Santa Cruz)
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a clear sky. - Snug Harbor (Santa Cruz)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink. - Snug Harbor (Santa Cruz)
A dining area with a table set for two, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors. - Snug Harbor (Santa Cruz)
Close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Snug Harbor provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Snug Harbor

  • Summary:

    Located on highly desirable Lake Avenue, and just a stone’s throw from the shops and restaurants located at the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor!



    The Space:

    VR PERMIT # 211396 expires 2/2027



    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.

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About the neighborhood

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse at sunset, rocky shoreline, calm water, and a clear sky.
    Santa Cruz Harbor
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.
    Seabright Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    8 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Harbor Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Twin Lakes State Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Crow's Nest Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • California Wraps
    4 min drive
  • Surf City Grill
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Snug Harbor 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 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, Monterey Bay, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Twin Lakes State Beach and Harbor Beach are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Snug Harbor Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Property manager was incredible at keeping us updated upon check-in, and was very accommodating/kind. The location is perfect. We have two kids and the proximity to the beach was a quick walk for all. The house included pet bowls and pup waste bags - which was sweet.The kids room is big enough for four, and included a TV - which our girls loved.We'd certainly rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Snug stay

Overall pleasant and a convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean house. Also nice that the host approves dogs (message them for details before bringing)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I spent a week get away in Santa Cruz
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great house!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time here! Views are gorgeous, home had everything we
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, cozy, and convenient location. It was perfect for our family of 5 and small two dogs. We will definitely return next time we are in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great comfortable stay. Convenient location close to the beach. Well maintained property. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway

The pictures did not do it justice as we considered the backyard an extra "room" . The fluffy towels and great shampoo made us feel like we were at a luxury hotel. Fantastic location - can't be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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