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Furnished Cottage 1 mi. to Beach $2995/mo; $1000/wk; avail. ONLY SEPTEMBER

Santa Cruz, California, United States
Rates from USD $2995 | Monthly

Guest House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From September 1, 2026 until September 30, 2026

Description

ONLY Available for $2995 per month from SEPTEMBER 1st through SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 or $1000 per week All Utiliies/Internet INCLUDED One mile to UCSC gate, to downtown, and to Pacific Ocean/Boardwalk/Beach/surfing. Located at King & Laurent. Ideal location. Parking and patio. Quiet. Lovely residential neighborhood only a few blocks to everything. Lots of restaurants, grocery stores, parking. If the ad is up, it is available. Ideal for an individual or couple on sabbatical or traveling professionals, faculty. Dates can often be flexible!! Inquire about what times you need, I'm flexible. One block to bus line directly to UCSC. Plenty of parking, beautiful yard space. INCLUDES: STOVE, FRIDGE, FREEZER, MICROWAVE, TOASTER, COFFEE MAKER, BBQ, Private Patio area Washer/Dryer ALL UTILITIES/INTERNET ARE INCLUDED - ALL of them! Electric/gas/garbage/water/gardener. Good internet. Parking spot in driveway (see pic), more on street. My daughter lives in front house. This house sleeps 2 people plus possibly a small child. It is only one mile to downtown and to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Beach. Great surfing nearby - you could drive, bike or even walk. This guest house is behind a pretty 100 year old home where my daughter lives onsite. There is a partly covered flagstone patio. The unit is newly painted, updated and very tastefully furnished, including artwork, faux hardwood floors, carpeted bedroom, new plumbing, modern appliances, and internet with a Wi-Fi ready TV available. There is a cozy bedroom with heat, and a kitchen/dining/living area in a nice-sized area that is very comfortable. No AC is needed in Santa Cruz. The cottage is provided completely furnished with dishes, silverware, pots, pans etc., and all towels & bedding! Bed is a queen. Gorgeous gated garden area with clothesline, patio furniture, BBQ, and tables for outdoor dining/reading etc. It is safe and yard is gated. Noise is not a problem. Neighbors are very nice. This house has: DOUBLE PANE WINDOWS for quiet warm nights, SOME STORAGE for luggage, boxes, bikes, surfboards. Gas wall heating/ plenty of hot water. Room for car in the driveway. Additional parking on the street almost always available. New Washer/Dryer on site for the unit, Total size 375 sq ft Cowell’s & Steamers world famous surf areas nearby. Everything is very easily reached on bike. The following things nearby ALL within either a ten minute WALK or drive: over 20 excellent restaurants (at least 3 Zagat rated) of all types, about 25 wineries within 5-20 minute drives (I have a list of recommendations), movie theaters with many foreign and indie films, dozens of clothing stores, a Japanese sauna/spa, several coffee houses, an authentic Chinese tea house, pubs, wine tasting shops, craft beer shops, many bars, music & musical instrument stores, Verizon and T-mobile stores, post office, bookstores, several live music venues, yoga/massage studios, parks, many bike shops, 3 farmers markets (Wed, Sat & Sun), grocery stores (including herbal, Shopper's Corner, Trader Joe's, New Leaf, Mexican, Food Bin, Staff of Life, Whole Foods, Safeway, etc.), and drug stores, a bagelry, cafes, bakeries, and churches. All walking/biking distance! The wharf has its own complete amusement park, concerts, surfing, biking, hiking trails, kayaking, sailing, restaurants. Free concerts in summer on beach. Fabulous mountain biking trails. This place is a hidden jewel and unbelievable fun for people of all ages. You do not need a car to stay here. Traffic access to Freeway and Hwy 1 is very easy. Airport shuttle/Uber easily available. Day hikes to the redwoods are right nearby. Visitors find this place without any problem. Come enjoy the coastal life!

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
375 ft2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Guest House

Availability

From September 1, 2026 until September 30, 2026

Minimum Stay

1 Week | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: AVAILABLE $2995/month in ONLY SEPTEMBER or $1000/week

Location

Guest House in Santa Cruz, California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Santa Cruz

Nearby Universities
Cabrillo College | Santa Clara University
Neighborhood

Upper West Side

Nearby Cities

Watsonville | San Jose | Santa Clara | Los Gatos | Scotts Valley

Comments: One block to bus line to UCSC, 1 mile to ocean & downtown, many shops/restaurants a few blocks away.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • 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 $2995 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: ALL UTILITIES/INTERNET INCLUDED - ALL of them! Good internet. 1 parking spot in driveway, more on street. Quaint area, near shops/restaurants, patio, W/D, furnished & w/dishes, silverware, pots/pans, towels/bedding! Queen bed. Gorgeous garden.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is available

Comments: One parking spot in driveway, extra parking on street, out door smoking only, rental cars available in town.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

private patio area with table and chairs, BBQ, patio chairs, room for surfboards & bikes.

I may need help with plants or garden

Comments: private patio area with table and chairs, BBQ, patio chairs, room for surfboards & bikes.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Please ask if any other amenities are needed, we do our best to accommodate.

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2010

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Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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Listing Owner

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