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Sweet Santa Cruz Tiny House Close to Campus, Downtown, Redwoods, & Beach!

Santa Cruz, California, United States
Rates from USD $1700 | Monthly

Guest House | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From July 2, 2026 until December 31, 2026

Description

We’re looking for visiting scholars to UCSC or Cabrillo, to enjoy our beautiful “tiny house” for an academic quarter or two — from a few weeks to a few months. Cozy for winter, relaxing all summer. The location is ideal for a visitor with little baggage who wants an instantly clean and comfortable place to live, cook, relax, study, and explore the outdoors. Perfect for one. You are welcome to host an occasional overnight visitor. Our accommodations are a tiny house built from a vintage Shasta, with a private patio, heated outdoor Japanese-style bathroom/bidet/shower, and private laundry. Truly a lovely place to come home to, in every season. Please see full photos and video tour at the “Property Link,” below. We are retired professors and enjoy offering you our local knowledge and hospitality. Note: Yes, we have quality mountain bike, road bike, and surfboard we rent to tenants, if you are curious or keen.

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
250 ft2

Suited For
1

Property Type
Guest House

Availability

From July 2, 2026 until December 31, 2026

Minimum Stay

1 Month | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: International Scholars: We invite you share your plans. Quarter to quarter is fine; 3-12 months preferred.

Location

Guest House in Santa Cruz, California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Santa Cruz

Nearby Universities
San José State University | San Francisco State University | Cabrillo College | University of California, Berkeley
Neighborhood

Downtown/Westside

Nearby Cities

Santa Cruz

Comments: 1.5 miles from campus. Bus stops and bike shuttle nearby. Short walk to downtown or beach, shops, cafes, the best of Santa Cruz. Adjacent to bike trails, and bus lines. Heritage Victorian neighborhood. Privacy, beautiful setting. Also, because we are in the heart of Santa Cruz, we have the best infrastructure in the area. Inexpensive bike rental available. We live on the higher ground above the floodplain.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Historic Home
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Mountains
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $1700 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: If you prefer to pay by the week, the rent is $450 per week. We clean the the property every other week.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Ask about smoking in the home

A car is not available

Comments: Smoking outside permitted. No inside smoking. City is bike-friendly. We can recommend best spots to buy used bikes, or you can rent our visitor mountain bike, please inquire. Cars: street parking requires a city permit. ($30)

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Fully-stocked kitchen. Outdoor heated shower/bidet. Lovely patio/garden. Private laundry room. Outdoor propane fireplace, and grill. Full-size bed. Electric Heater, fan, HEPA air filter. Microwave, toaster oven, and 2-burner cooktop.

Reviews

4
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Listing Owner

Member Since 2023

Trust Score (88)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
Matched Member

Listing Owner

Member Since 2023

Trust Score (88)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
Matched Member
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