Castle Beach Retreat - Relax at the Best Beach in Santa Cruz! | House in Santa Cruz

9.8 (81 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  12 Guests  Stay&Play
Seabright House | Castle Beach Retreat - Relax at the Best Beach in Santa Cruz!

4 Bedroom House in Seabright, Santa Cruz

Castle Beach Retreat (Santa Cruz City TOT registration certificate #001134T) offers a wonderful atmosphere that is unmatched by other beach rentals. It is perfect for extend family reunions and retreats.
Castle Beach Retreat is a 2-story, 3000sq ft home directly across from one of the best beaches in Santa Cruz - Seabright Beach. Full-length windows overlook the beach and Santa Cruz Pier - allowing you to watch the sunset while barbecuing on the spacious balcony or lie in bed listening to the waves.
Seabright State Beach, known to locals as Castle Beach, is a south-facing beach with the reputation of being the warmest, sunniest beach on the Monterey Bay. Great for families, this State Beach has restrooms, lifeguards*, and since Castle Beach Retreat sits at the beach's main entrance, there are no stairs or cliffs to negotiate. Enjoy roasting marshmallows on one of the only beaches that allows bonfires. Plus due to limited beach parking, traffic is much lighter here compared to other popular beaches.
Seabright Beach lies between the Santa Cruz Harbor and famed Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, home of the Giant Dipper roller coaster. The Boardwalk is 3 blocks over the old train bridge (the same bridge featured in the movie Lost Boys) or 1 1/2 blocks during low tide (but you might get your feet wet). The harbor is a great place to charter boats or rent paddle boards, Hobbies, kayaks, etc. It also has some great places to eat. - Our location has easy access for even families with small kids to both attractions without the hassle of the crowds or parking.
The Seabright area is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Santa Cruz. Centrally located, you are only a short walk from coffee shops, delis and great restaurants. There is also several theaters in the downtown shopping district and there are activities likes concerts, roller skating, bowling, laser tag, climbing, hiking, biking and much more just minutes away.
Castle Beach Retreat proudly maintains the highest sanitary practices, adheres to all local ordinances and is professional managed. This added level of quality offers the VRBO guest piece of mind and the ability to call someone when needed. The Retreat offers a beautiful setting with 4+ bedrooms/3.5 baths, including 2 master bedrooms with ocean views. There are beds for up to 11 people as well as other attractive features: We allow up to 10 adults max. We do allow an additional + 2 children or combinations of less adults and more children.
- Upstairs, the spacious grand room features an entire wall of full-length windows and sliding glass doors. They connect to the balcony and provide spectacular beach views. Our balcony is considered by many neighbors as the best in the area. There is also an outdoor gas BBQ, a dining table that seats 12, a bar that seats 6, a 65” 4K UHD TV with Tivo for local and network broadcasts and AppleTV for streaming apps, a fireplace, and exposed high beam ceilings. Castle Beach Retreat has a whole-house Sonos entertainment system
- The beautiful kitchen overlooks the grand room and ocean. It offers just about anything you are likely to need for even a Thanksgiving dinner party including: silverware, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, and serving utensils. This high-end kitchen is a chef's dream with a huge 11 foot working island attached to a bar for guests. It has the latest state-of-the art Jenn-Air microwave, warming drawer, double convention oven and inductive cook top. Also supplied is a toaster, coffee maker, coffee press, rice cooker and crock pot.
- You may never want to leave the upstairs master bedroom and bath. It offers a kingsize bed, 47' HDTV with AppleTV, Sonos entertainment system and walk-in closet. The master bath has a huge two person, extra deep tub, it's own 50” 4K UHD TV with AppleTV, Sonos sound system, and Robern vanities and cabinets.
- The downstairs master bedroom is a studio suite with a kingsize bed, kitchenette/dinning area, bath, 65” plasma HDTV with Tivo and AppleTV
- downstairs there are also two additional bedrooms, named the O Neil Room and Meg's Room respectively, and a large entertainment room/garage named the Ducati Room, as a solute to the famous motorcycle company. The Ducati Room offers guests a new 65' plasma HDTV, with Apple TV and Playstation 3 with BlueRay. It is perfect for the young or young at heart. The O Neil and Meg's Rooms are both connected to a “shotgun” bathroom. Meg's Room has a twin over double bunk-bed with an additional pull-out single bed. The O Neil Room has a queen-size bed.
- There is an outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a hose to rinse off the sand
Come enjoy an unbeatable beach getaway!
Notes:
To maintain the quality of our neighborhood, we ask that guests try to limit the number of cars in their party.
Please no requests for discounts or trades. Booking request that contain these requests will be reported.
Lifeguard service is seasonal
Notice of Exterior Security Cameras: In the 14 years we have owned our home, there has never been a security issue. However, for the safety of our guests, there are external security cameras that monitor the exterior of the house 24/7. There are no internal security cameras and the exterior cameras are not located with a view of the upstairs deck to ensure our guest’s privacy. The camera’s are intended for perimeter security only. This includes a camera integrated into the front door lock. This camera is activated when the lock and/or doorbell are used. The doorbell feature works well for contacting us and getting information/assistance if you are having trouble operating the lock combination.
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Castle Beach Retreat - Relax at the Best Beach in Santa Cruz! is located in Seabright. Castle Beach Retreat - Relax at the Best Beach in Santa Cruz! provides accommodation, featuring View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This House features View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Castle Beach Retreat - Relax at the Best Beach in Santa Cruz! has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Seabright has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Seabright, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: crib available, but no baby gate for staircase
Pet Policy Note from host: there are no exceptions to this policy pets not allowed
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
Santa Cruz, 95062, United States

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Apr 2, 2025 11:06:02 AM
Summary: We had a wonderful weekend at the Castle Beach Retreat. The home was even better than expected, the location was perfect and our hosts went above and beyond with clear communication, expectations and ensuring everything was perfect. Thank you!
Shannon V. Shannon V.
Dec 29, 2024 04:42:05 AM
Summary: A beautiful home overlooking Castle Beach in Santa Cruz
donald c. donald c.
Dec 5, 2024 05:45:05 AM
Summary: Had a great time in this house with extended families! Location is perfect and everything worked just like it’s supposed to. Quirky light switches and lots of beeps and tones from fridge to ovens but it kept us on our toes!
Roger W. Roger W.
Oct 26, 2024 02:04:42 AM
Summary: Owners were wonderful to work with, space was lovely for a large group, memories were made (especially with a beach camp fire!).
Karina L. Karina L.
Oct 1, 2024 08:50:12 AM
Summary: Nice Property, Great view!
James M. James M.
Sep 27, 2024 10:53:36 AM
Summary: It was open spacious and comfortable. A great place to have a gathering. The view was amazing. I wish I could’ve spent more time there. Can’t wait to come back!
Michelle R. Michelle R.
Jul 25, 2024 02:08:01 AM
Summary: The upstairs main floor accommodations (living room, kitchen, and primary bedroom) were great. Views were amazing! We loved the location to beach and boardwalk. The downstairs bedrooms were a bit underwhelming. We had to self restock toilet paper, paper towels and garbage bags. With 9 guests for a full week and lots of cooking, the amounts provided were not enough. This was disappointing given the price we paid.
Afton S. Afton S.
May 21, 2024 01:16:01 AM
Summary: Our family was blessed to stay for 3 days in this spectacular home and with an ideal location. Lou was helpful with the check-in process and providing tips for local attractions. Wish we could have stayed longer...
Kelley K. Kelley K.
Apr 13, 2024 11:56:02 PM
Summary: We loved our stay! The house was perfect for our family and the view and access to the beach was ideal. We enjoyed walking to nearby restaurants and coffee shops, and taking long walks along the beach. We would love to stay here again!
Shanelle B. Shanelle B.
Jan 7, 2024 10:51:59 AM
Summary: Amazing home with new finishes, and the room too accommodate larger groups. Incredibly close access to the beach and decent parking on the street. House was beautiful inside, yet comfortable for our family/kids. The view of the ocean was amazing. Pictures online are great, but don’t due justice for the in person experience and view of the beach!
TIM M. TIM M.

FAQ's

Is this Seabright house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Seabright house have a swimming pool?

No, this Seabright house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Seabright house?

Best-rates for the Seabright house starts from $945 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Laundry, TV, Ocean View, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Seabright house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Seabright house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Seabright house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Seabright house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Seabright house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Seabright house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Seabright house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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