We are located close to Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and within minutes walking distance to three major beaches: Twin Lakes State Beach extending to the Yacht Harbor, The Sheltered Cove Beach, ideal for families with children, and the neighboring expansive beach extending to Pleasure Point, a favorite for surfers. We are also located on the Pacific Bike Trail (Bicycle rentals available nearby) and sit on the halfway point of the six-mile (10K run) renowned annual Wharf to Wharf Race from the Wharf in Santa Cruz to the Wharf in Capitola. Dining and Entertainment
There are a number of excellent restaurants within walking distance, offering Continental, Italian, Southwestern, and Mexican cuisine, including the renowned Crows Nest restaurant, with live music and dancing. Nearby Activities
- The Yacht Harbor, offering boat rentals, pale boards, charters for fishing and whale watching, and sunset cocktail cruises with Chardonnay II.
- The famous 100 year old Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the only one in Northern California, with its many rides, roller coasters, games and other family entertainment.
- Romantic Capitola Village with its beach, shops, restaurants, and its annual Begonia Festival in the Fall.
- Excellent local wineries and wine tasting
- The Pacific Garden Mall (Also Known as "Down Town" Santa Cruz located on Pacific Ave.) with its trendy restaurants, shops, and offbeat charm.
- Golf courses with a variety of challenges, including Dela Viega, Pasatiempo, Seascape, and more.
- The ancient redwood grove in Felton’s Henry Cowell State Park.
- Felton’s Roaring Camp and Railroad where old steam engine trains take you up high into the redwoods or down to the Santa Cruz Beach.
- Nicene Marks State Park in Aptos, an immense state forest preserve, ideal for hiking and cycling.
Other attractions within driving distance
Local Higher educational Institutions
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| The Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor |
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| Some Sail Boats on the Beach |
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| Cowells Beach - A Local Surf Spot |
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