Pleasure Point Cottage Steps from Surf

Cute bungalow in an A+ location. Short walk to surf spots Jacks, the Hook and Pleasure Point. Handy to local parks, shops and restaurants, recommend highly for small families traveling with littles. The place was as described and perfect for a week at the beach. Washer and dryer were great to have as was the small backyard for storing surf boards and beach gear. Would 100% stay again next time we are in town.

Anonymous - Posted: 8/30/2026

Great location. Close to the beach and shops/restaurants. Bring body soap, ant/spider deterrent, and be prepared to use your hotspot as the WiFi isn’t reliable. Beds are comfortable and there’s plenty of room.

Anonymous - Posted: 8/21/2026

Wonderful place - clean and simple beach vibe, lovely place with a short walk to cliffs/beach, lovely street with nice neighbors and close to surfing spots.

Anonymous - Posted: 8/16/2026

Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home, the relaxed beach vibe, and the beautiful location. Being able to walk to the cliffs and beach is definitely one of the things we love about this area. We’d be happy to welcome you back for another coastal getaway!

Grand Welcome staff

Posted: 9/2/2026

Great Location and value.

Ken K. - Posted: 8/14/2026

PROS: Location location! This AirBnb is a block from the ocean! It doesn’t get better than this neighborhood in Santa Cruz — close to the best surf spots, Verve coffee, restaurants and shopping. Having a dedicated parking spot was AMAZING. CONS: Not to be dramatic but the absolute thinnest cheapest toilet paper ever. For such a pricey AirBnb, you would think 2-ply would be a given. This home is managed by an agency and it shows. We have a newborn baby and asked if we could check in a little early — no problem. For a price! And not a cheap one. I’ve never been charged for an early/late check in before. Also, bring your own toiletries. Cheap ones provided and zero body wash! Also, no extra towels. One each.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/19/2026

Great location and cozy little spot near a wonderful wave and walkable restaurants. Kitchen had everything you need and laundry was great. Would recommend and stay again. Thank you so much!

Jessica W. - Posted: 7/16/2026

The house was cute and clean. I am pretty sure I was talking to a robot every time I messaged the host. The day before my stay I asked about a late checkout and received 3 different responses about when to check back about availability for a late checkout. I also asked what type of coffee maker, drip or pod. I was told drip coffee, so I took coffee grinds instead of pods. When I arrived, I was disappointed to find that the coffee maker was a Keurig. I was also disappointed that there was no body wash provided. I did message the host about both of these problems, and the reply was that they were looking into rectifying these issues right away because "the house was supposed to have a drip coffee maker and there was supposed to be body wash". I never heard from them again. So, cute house, nice location, horrible customer service. I highly doubt any of my messages went to an actual human. I feel like overall, it was overpriced and won't be using this company again.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/14/2026

We had a wonderful stay and loved the place! It is in a perfect location right next to Pleasure Point and we loved walking just 2 blocks to watch the surfers— such a mesmerizing view. The beds were extremely comfortable and we slept so well, which is a top priority for us! The house was quiet, clean, cute and overall very comfortable. Loved having the back patio and the washer and dryer came in handy too. Comfy couch to hang out in the evenings which isn’t always the case in vacation rentals. It wasn’t necessarily well stocked so come prepared. It would be nice to have a better coffee situation (only a few keurig cups available), there was no shower soap, no coasters in the house (really want to be able to protect furniture), no wash cloths, and not enough toilet paper to last our 6 nights. I feel that these things should be stocked for a short stay like this. We brought our own coffee but it wouldn’t work in the keurig provided. Otherwise the experience was really wonderful and we would return again!

Abby T. - Posted: 7/13/2026

Loved the location and place! I had trouble with the outside party check-in system, and when I requested a 1-hour extension for check-out (wanted to be out at 11 am), I encountered friction. 10 am is too early a check-out for a multi-day stay.

Mercedes H. - Posted: 6/23/2026

This home had everything we needed and was very well kept. The house is recently updated yet still maintains a beach cottage feel. Location is great for a short walk to East Cliff one way and delicious coffee the other way.

Anonymous - Posted: 6/22/2026

Great surf spot and place to stay

Meg S. - Posted: 6/2/2026

Great location, cozy home. Just a short walk to the beach and the amenities of the East Side. This cottage is perfect for a small group or small family. Keep in mind you are working with a management company, not the owners. We did have an issue with the door locking mechanism at check-in but the management company promptly addressed the issue. There’s a rack in the back to dry wetsuits along with a washer/dryer unit. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.

Anonymous - Posted: 5/30/2026

We had a great time staying there. The kitchen was well stocked. I especially appreciated the olive oil spray and various spices from Trader Joe’s. Beds are comfortable. Sound proof between rooms isn’t great, but reasonable/acceptable. Shower works well, and the hose outside of the house came in handy for beach days. I went surfing almost everyday, while my companions enjoyed the beach and scenery. All in all I would stay again if the price is right. The location cannot be beat. There’s even a neighbor with a supposedly famous pet pig! lol

Anonymous - Posted: 5/12/2026

Perfect stay in a charming house right next to the beach. Can walk to multiple beaches and places to surf. Would definitely book again!

Anonymous - Posted: 5/4/2026

This is a cozy, updated beach cottage! It close to the beach and walkable to local shops and restaurants. It's very comfortable and clean on a nice street. Only thing keeping this from a 5 star is that there was a leak in the bathroom sink that went onto the floor and wasn't fixed during our stay. Also I'd contacted the property management twice about getting a pack-n-play for our stay - they responded to acknowledge the request but never followed up to provide or decline it. Communication from the property management could be improved.

Brandon O. - Posted: 4/10/2026

Great location! We had a great time staying at the Cottage at the Point. Just a short walk to the water. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Will definitely look for availablility on our next trip up to Santa Cruz.

Traci J. - Posted: 4/1/2026

the place was exactly as in the pictures , nice and Cousy. very clean and has every thing you need. very close to the ocean and quiet. the host responded fast when there was a blackout. I will highly recommend this place.

Anonymous - Posted: 3/23/2026

This is our second time staying here, and had a good experience both times

Anonymous - Posted: 2/17/2026

Great and clan location!

Anonymous - Posted: 1/23/2026

Stayed for 1 day & 1/2 at this lovely beach shack which was perfect! The location was great & pretty quiet which was a plus! It’s also close to local shops & food which was nice as we arrived in the evening & didn’t have to struggle finding something to eat! Overall we had a great stay!

Anonymous - Posted: 1/2/2026

Great location and lovely little rental!

Anonymous - Posted: 12/25/2025

Cute beach house within walking distance to coffee, shops and the ocean! Clean and quiet.

Anonymous - Posted: 12/22/2025

Super super cute place, right next to the water. If you or any of your family or friends serve, this is a great place to stay.

Andrea W. - Posted: 11/4/2025

Great location and the house was nice. The hosts were very responsive

Anonymous - Posted: 11/2/2025

Our weekend visit to Santa Cruz was a wonderful experience, thanks to the perfectly located and cozy little cottage we rented from Grand Welcome Vacation Rentals. Communication with their team was always friendly and prompt. Arrival instructions were straightforward and easy. All was exactly as described and we felt immediately at home. The ocean is a 3-minute walk and invites for more exploration in both direction. We found great places for breakfast and lunch, - all just a stroll away. We hope to come back, bringing our bicycles or planing more hikes in the area. If you are a surfer, this place is simply ideal! We highly recommend it. What a find!

Anonymous - Posted: 10/8/2025

My ratings pretty much say it all - this is what Airbnb is meant to be. Thank you!

Anonymous - Posted: 10/3/2025

My partner and I had a fantastic weekend getaway! Close to the beach, easy parking, lovely romantic bungalow. Sadly, the oven was out of order.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/29/2025

Overall very nice stay. Quiet neighborhood. Since we saw the instructions to leave thermostat on specific settings, we expected a/c. There wasn’t. No ceiling fans, but plenty of fans provided. We just aren’t used to leaving windows open and having humidity dampen our clothes. However, location was perfect for our needs and would consider staying again.

Anonymous - Posted: 9/28/2025

Great location for our family. Thanks!

Anonymous - Posted: 9/8/2025

Loved our stay! Perfect location, so walkable, very clean and well-appointed. Quiet neighborhood and minutes from the beach. Will definitely be back!

Anonymous - Posted: 9/6/2025

Amazing location!! We were so excited to be able to walk to E Cliff Dr. to watch the surf, or toward 41st for restaurants and shopping. The house was clean and it was nice to have a parking spot available. The keypad entry was easy to use when arriving and leaving. Definitely recommend!

Anonymous - Posted: 9/3/2025

Location was perfect. Right up the street from jacks surf spot. Plenty of kitchen soap, paper towels. Bring your own shampoo and conditioner. The oven was out of order but we didn’t need it. Super comfortable and clean. Would stay here again

Anonymous - Posted: 8/14/2025

Great little beach house. Fantastic location, near grocery store, EV charging, restaurants, and beach as well as just a short drive to Santa Cruz and Monterey/Carmel. Had everything we needed, very comfortable for a family of 4.

Destiny L. - Posted: 8/11/2025

This was a great spot for a family getaway. The place was comfortable and had everything we needed, from kitchen supplies to laundry detergent. Check in was super easy (no communication needed beyond getting the email a day in advance of check in). Hard to beat the location! We’d stay again.

Christopher B. - Posted: 8/2/2025

This is a perfect little cottage for 3 or 4. We stayed with two adults, two teens, and it was just fine. The house is a little quirky but it ended up being absolutely delightful. It has plenty of updates that make it feel comfortable and quiet. The hosts took great care to make sure it is fully stocked with everything you need. Lots of thoughtful little touches like a stash of beach towels and a very well stocked kitchen. Furniture is comfy, beds are on the firmer side but not terrible. It's noted in the instructions, but there is only a spot for one car AND the street doesn't have a lot of street parking, so be prepared to walk a few houses down to park additional cars. This would be a great place to stay for a longer vacay. Location can't be beat. View the ocean from the driveway, walk to amazing food and coffee up 41st. Would absolutely stay again.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/28/2025

We really enjoyed our stay and the place was perfect for our needs-- two bedrooms so our baby could have a quiet place to nap and within walking distance of great surf spots and restaurants. The place itself was very clean and had all the amenities you could need. Very minor but the cookware could use some updating (broken spatula, pans were sticky). Getting in and getting out was super easy. Would have loved some flexibility with check -in, especially if the place was ready sooner than 4. That was the only thing that caused a bit of a problem, but once we were in the place was perfect! Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling with a family or who just wants a bit more space.

Anonymous - Posted: 7/26/2025

lee l. - Posted: 7/13/2025

This was a beautiful cozy little home right by the beach! It had all the amenities needed for a weekend stay. Good for family or friend trips, the location was perfect for a weekend getaway and I would gladly book again!

Anonymous - Posted: 7/2/2025

Loved our stay. Walked to the point every day, multiple times. Surfed and beached. Great location, comfortable, loved the big bathroom. Was perfect for us and our two boys. We will definitely be back. Thank you

Anonymous - Posted: 6/29/2025

Great location and comfortably appointed. We’d definitely rent here again next time we’re in Santa Cruz

Anonymous - Posted: 6/21/2025

We had an amazing 10-day surf trip to Pleasure Point, Santa Cruz, starting in early June. The location of the house couldn't have been better just steps from the water and right in the heart of the surf scene. The house itself was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The rental office was professional and easy to deal with, and the owners were incredibly friendly and serviceminded, which made the whole experience even better. We had a fantastic time and would absolutely recommend staying here to anyone looking for a great spot in Santa Cruz especially if you're into surfing or just want to be close to the ocean.

Anonymous - Posted: 6/16/2025

Location is great and the spot is cozy! Perfect for a short term getaway near some great waves!

Anonymous - Posted: 6/13/2025

Great Cozy Little House. Our group was 3 adults and a Toddler. We walked to the beach every day during our stay. We felt like everything we needed was just a quick drive away from this location. Lots of Restaurants, Stores, and little shops. We would gladly stay here again, we will definitely book again. Our Little one referred to the house as “Her Little Green Home” Toddler Approved!

Anonymous - Posted: 6/5/2025

Great spot near pleasure point. It was a good weekend stay. Short drive to everything.

Anonymous - Posted: 5/20/2025

Was originally concerned with booking due to it being a new listing and no reviews, but it was a great experience! The property management company was very proactive with communication. Great location being just a block from the beach. Our toddler loved watching all the surfers. Would definitely recommend the location!

Anonymous - Posted: 4/30/2025

The place was small and cozy, just as described. What really makes it stand out is the location—perfect if you love being near East Cliff and the shops on 41st. It’s a great spot for a family of four, though keep in mind there's only one bathroom shared between the two bedrooms. Overall, a great stay in a prime spot!

Anonymous - Posted: 4/22/2025

Definitely a beach shack! Nothing fancy but everything you would need! Great location for surfing, lots of restaurants, shopping and coffee walking distance. Safe neighborhood. Safe place to store surfboards on back patio. Overall great place for a surf retreat! We will definitely be back!

Anonymous - Posted: 4/17/2025

The Pleasure Point area of Santa Cruz has always been one of my favorite places in California. Mellow beach vibes steps from cool waves, great coffee and beachy fun for the whole family. Tons to do in Santa Cruz area, I only wish we had more time! The beach cottage was comfortable, cozy, clean and a 2 minute walk from beach and a few more minutes to Verve Coffee and Pleasure Pizza. Great place to relax after a long day of beaching out.

Anonymous - Posted: 4/16/2025

Nice place!

Anonymous - Posted: 4/12/2025