| framed by a white picket fence, the property has gardens and a lawn with chairs. occupying 2 buildings, the casual, individually decorated rooms (some with shared bathrooms) have cable tv and minifridges. some feature antique armoires, microwaves and/or breakfast nooks. the 2-story suites offer loft bedrooms with sloped ceilings, plus kitchenettes and living rooms with futons. it's 5 miles from the santa cruz beach boardwalk amusement park and wilder ranch state park. internet access is also available. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this relaxed, family-run hotel is a half-mile from twin lakes state beach
San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 7
Main Beach (7 min)
Spacious beach with soft sand, waves & close proximity to the boardwalk, amusement rides & eateries. Seacliff State Beach (13 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (7 min)
Amusement park offers a variety of games & rides right on a mile-long stretch of sandy beach. Capitola Beach (10 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Wilder Ranch State Park (17 min)
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (13 min)
Featuring a variety of forested areas, this park offers camping, fishing, hiking & picnic spots. Steamer Lane (12 min)
Famous cliffside surfing spot since the 1930s, featuring a surfing museum inside a lighthouse. Roaring Camp (20 min)
Family-friendly park offers train rides amid natural landscapes, seasonal routes & special events. Natural Bridges State Beach (15 min)
Butterflies, park, and surfing Giant Dipper (7 min)
Iconic red & white wooden roller coaster dating to 1924 overlooking the beach & wharf. Lighthouse Field State Beach (12 min)
Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling. The Mystery Spot (14 min)
Opened in 1941, this roadside landmark is a tilt-induced visual illusion with tours & a gift shop. Santa Cruz Wharf (12 min)
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier. Santa Cruz Beach (8 min)
Popular beach features a boardwalk with numerous restaurants, amusement park rides & surf shops. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (12 min)
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse. | 
