Guesthouse vacation rentals in Monterey

loved this air bnb! the hosts were so kind and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay! I absolutely recommend this cottage if you’re looking for a walkable and beautiful place to stay for your trip to santa cruz

First impression- WOW! House is very spacious and clean. Stocked with every need. The house was very quiet inside. Owner (Gabriel) was very helpful with local recommendations and accommodating a special request. Gabriel was very responsive and stayed in communication with me when I had any questions leading up to the time of our stay. He was also very kind and accommodating to our needs. I highly recommend staying here. It’s a great location near to stores, restaurants and downtown. Definitely somewhere we will be coming back to.

Nice and quiet Easy check-in Not far from stores, beach, 17 mile drive

Cute guesthouse, total privacy, great location in Santa Cruz. Sarah sent clear instructions and we had no problem finding extra towels, coffee, etc. There’s even a little s’mores kit included to utilize the fire pit—which we unfortunately didn’t have time to use. Street parking was easy to find and we could walk to the pier or SC downtown. Very much recommend and would stay again.

We had an amazing time! Phillip was the best host, and reached out ahead of time to help make our arrival smooth and uncomplicated. The little cottage was so perfect for our weekend and was the best location to explore Big Sur, Carmel, and Monterey areas. We would totally come back again!

We spent almost 3 weeks in this cozy and charming apartment. The location is perfect for experiencing all that Santa Cruz has to offer and we walked to the beach, wharf, and Boardwalk daily. Many coffee shops and restaurants are blocks away. Mike was extremely responsive and friendly, but not intrusive at all. We hope to stay here again.

Great for a weekend getaway. Quiet cabin feel

Perfect last minute getaway for 3 of us. Very close to everything, a 7-min drive to the beach as well as downtown, and was spotless. The pull-out couch worked great for my small kid but may not be ideal for adults. Beautiful decor and comfortable main bed. Outdoor patio is gorgeous as well with the jasmine blooming.

Josephine’s place was perfect for my stay! The place had everything I needed, from essentials to thoughtful extras that made my visit even more comfortable. It was spotless, well-organized, and had a welcoming atmosphere. Check-in was a breeze, and the clear instructions made everything super easy. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean, convenient, and well-equipped stay!

Wonderful little Airbnb right in the redwoods behind mystery spot- wow, I hadn’t been for over 15 years! Super nice location, great little unit with parking . The space is sooo quiet and private- definitely would return. Be a little careful in the shower - it gets slippery with wash/etc. the bed is comfortable and there’s a little sofa to lounge on or sleep if needed. Grateful for the stay!

Well appointed with everything we needed. Great kitchen for preparing meals.

Laurel's place is absolutely stunning and so serene! It feels tucked away and is quiet, cozy, and surrounded by nature, but it's an easy drive back to the world when you do need to head into town. The area is a lot of families who appreciate the land up in the mountains and take care of it so well. I also didn't realize it was where John Steinbeck lived for a bit, and the mini-museum of artifacts and quotes is so very cool. I loved the frogs at night and all the creatures—the ducks, wild turkeys, lizards, deer, cool bugs outside, etc. Laurel is a wonderful host with impeccable taste and an eye for detail. Everything we needed was there, everything is comfy, and it all feels lived-in in the best way—it's all very intentional. She was also incredibly kind and flexible when we had a handful of changes, which we really appreciated. Communication was always clear, warm, and timely. It’s hard to leave a place like this. We’re already looking forward to the next visit!

First off I want to publicly say Thank Betsey for everything!! Great location, easy freeway access. Very close to downtown for restaurants and entertainment. For extended stays it is the best!!

I would LOVE to stay here again! So clean, peaceful and beautiful setting!! Easy walk to the beach and boardwalk. We were able to watch the Santa Cruz Classic bike race that started 1/2 block away. The shared kitchen was organized, clean and friendly. The hosts were fantastic and the setting felt very safe. This is a hidden gem right on Santa Cruz’s main street! Don’t hesitate; you’ll love it!

We will be returning for sure. Kimberly and the space could not have been better for our needs. We've been touring colleges with our daughter and for our UCSC round we found the location to be utterly peaceful and quiet and exactly as described and clean as a whistle. It's one block from one of the prettiest beaches and has a ton of food/amenities located nearby. Kimberly was highly communicative and offered lots of useful suggestions both for restaurants and things to do while in the area. If our child ends up at UCSC we will be benefit from this space regularly. Thanks for the wonderful offering and help, Kimberly.

Had a good relaxing time, and the hosts were extremely responsive and proactive with their communication. The bedroom itself is a very tight space, which you can somewhat see from the pictures, but the hosts have made every attempt to give everything you need within that space for a quick getaway - coffee machine, snacks & water, lot of spare towels, robes, extra blankets outdoors, outdoor bluetooth speakers, etc.. The hot tub was great and easy to use. The pool area is great with lots of seating, and the outdoor firepit was easy to use and highly appreciated. We didn't use the outdoor kitchen (Essentially a BBQ grill) or utensils etc. but I could see everything was well stocked for someone who'd like to use it. Having a camera pointed at the pool / hot tub area felt a bit awkward, and I hope they consider removing that, since I don't want to be recorded beyond entry / exit. But overall the experience was still very comfortable, and there weren't elaborate crazy check-out instructions

The Host( Louise) was wonderful! The place was perfect. Very nice, clean and beautiful. We loved our stay and the location was great.

This was a great little place to stay! It was clean, peaceful, and in a great area. It felt private and well-kept. Instructions were simple and clear. We loved the fresh eggs and tea options left for us to use!

A fabulous little cottage in an amazing location. Our family of 4 (with 2 teenagers) felt very comfortable at the cottage and enjoyed the location. The place was spotless and well appointed. Super friendly and responsive hosts.

I'm not sure how to compare pricing his place is very unique. I would pay it again to stay there!

I really enjoyed my time in this studio so close to Henry Cowell Park and nestled in the trees. Zohar is very welcoming and responsive. I got everything I needed and my getaway was exactly what I was looking for.

This place was so adorable. Such a cute little cottage in beautiful surroundings. My daughter especially loved the bed in the loft. The host was accommodating and gave us all the privacy we desired. The house was fully functioning and as described. We would definitely book this place again.

Spent a wonderful week in Kathleen’s place. Perfect tidy smaller space with all the important things looked after. Coffee, olive oil, teas and cozy blankets helped with the rainy quiet days. Close to beach and walkable to both Boardwalk and Harbor. Hope to visit again this summer, will definitely check to see if Kathleen has availability.

Ashley's place was perfect for my wife and I to celebrate our 1st anniversary. Although small, it was very cozy and more than enough for us. I loved her recommendations and we even spent our date night at the recommended Vesuvio restaurant on the roof! I will definitely recommend her place to friends and family and maybe come back again some day.