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The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Food and drink
Terrace/patio
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 228 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Ocean Street
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 7 minutes from Monterey Bay. .This cottage is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mystery Spot and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mystery Spot - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mariannes Ice Cream - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views

The Private Cabana is a perfect getaway for couples, traveling buddies, solo adventurers, and for people in town for business. You will have the cottage completely to yourself with electronic access and check-in. Enjoy lovely views of trees and trails of the Pogonip hills from your room or the newly developed outdoor patio. The cottage is centrally located close to downtown and near the lively Seabright neighborhood, which is full of great restaurants and boutique shops. Also nearby is the Beach Boardwalk, Yacht Harbor and Seabright beach with beach side dining and a variety of water activities.
Make yourself comfortable in your cottage, featuring a refrigerator and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer.
This smoke-free cottage features wheelchair access, ecotours nearby, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Jono Stevens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

I expected better

Room was small, we had to move furniture around just to walk around the bed. No dresser or closet space for clothes, so had to live out of the suitcase the whole week. The towel ring had fallen off the wall before we got there, the wall was partially repaired, but no place to hang the hand towel. We had to ask for more towels and TP, it's like they didn't know we were going to be there all week. They didn't tell us they had a dog until the day before we arrived; therefore we couldn't get our money back or switch accommodations. I think having a dog on site should be in the listing. Constant road noise. Not a quiet place. Stains on the carpet. The fridge door drags on the carpet, so it doesn't open easily. It literally took two people to open the fridge. The patio was nice. The hosts were responsive. But not worth 200 a night, and definitely won't stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jupiter M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

Very clean and perfect for what we needed. Very close to downtown so ubering was the perfect option. The highlight was the shower’s water pressure it was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ray h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great.Little place to stay beautiful balcony.Looking out over the city wondecouldn't make one compla

The place was immaculate.The bed was comfortable.It was nice that balcony had a Beautiful view of the city would definitely recommend to others that are going to be staying Is a nice little quaint studio apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Deck is nice

Very nice, clean and easy. The deck was nice because I play the guitar and my wife does not want to hear me practice. The deck is a nice second private space with a view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice, private feeling stay in Santa Cruz

I really loved the private feel of the room and patio. The space felt bright and pretty clean. I think it could use new carpeting as there were several stains. The shower is pretty bad (way too much pressure for a small shower) but the owner said that he is going to fix that soon. Loved the patio!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great unique place

Property was very nice and unique. The extra back patio made that overlooked the area mad it special to enjoy a glass of wine and some snacks, or a cup of coffee. And, it was very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenisha W., Shaver Lake, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Spontaneous trip

My son and I decided to drive over to Santa Cruz for some great eats and beach time. Beautiful and comforting stay. Owners are kind. View is amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah Harris T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Santa Cruz stay

A cute little room in a nice neighborhood. Easy access with a comfortable bed and nice shower
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and wuiet

As expected. Loved the private deck with a view. Exactly what we needed visiting family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Amazing location with a great view. Hosts are kind and welcoming. The room is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host, room and patio!

Very welcoming host, beautiful room and large patio deck with a view! Very quick drive to beach, boardwalk and a big variety of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P., San Anselmo

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Loved our second stay at the quiet little spot in a residential neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

I spent two nights here while my daughter was visiting a friend at UCSC and the stay was fantastic. Easy check in process, beautiful property, and very cozy rental. The bed was super comfortable and the sound of the rain on the roof was lovely. The view the next day and the sunset once the rain cleared was gorgeous. Also, the proximity to the store (Safeway) was great as I had to buy ice a couple of times (no freezer, just fyi). Not a big deal though. Hosts were friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect space for a Santa Cruz visit

This was a very cozy room with a lovely view and amazing outdoor patio (that we didn’t get to enjoy as our stay was too short ;( I hope to stay again next time I’m in SC! It’s exactly as pictured and the bed was incredibly comfortable. You won’t be disappointed : ) Also, it’s a nice quiet location not too far from UCSC, downtown and the beach. (Short drive to each)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it, gorgeous room. Quiet. Peaceful. Great view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for long weekend

Great location in Santa Cruz for a long weekend. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little escape

Thank you for a great little escape! The room is connected to the owners primary home, but is very private. It was clean, comfortable, and had an amazing patio space!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little find

We loved our overnight stay at this property in Capitola the terraced area was fantastic where we watched the most amazing sunset. We also got to see our first hummingbird whilst sitting on the terrace which was just magical. We visited Shadowbrook for dinner and UCSC Arboretum and Botannical gardens which were superb!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really cute and quaint room

Super quiet, cute, quaint room if you prefer over a hotel. Easy entry, exactly as pictured. Perfect for my sister and I for wedding weekend. Central location, easy to walk to everything, nice neighborhood. Bed was SO comfortable!! Bedding and towels were amazing ! Only negatives, shower pressure is a bit too much and no decaf k cups which really aren’t major complaints, given the rest of the stay was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A room with a view

A tidy place, convenient location with a charming veranda to take in the wonderful Santa Cruz air.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Liz E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!!

Loved the deck and view. Very accommodating host!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and relaxing

My husband and I stayed here for one night after staying in a few different hotels and were so happy with the change of pace with an easy check-in, our own little patio, and a beautiful view. Close to downtown Santa Cruz and the wharf in a nice neighborhood. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place

Thank you so much. Really enjoyed our stay here. Very close to everything. Had a wonderful time. Loved the patio and the privacy. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024