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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Pleasure Point Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Capitola Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS

Enjoy this charming, beach house with HOT TUB on a quiet street just 1/2 a block from famous surf beach AND a quiet, sandy family friendly beach (Permit 211215 - expires 10/20/26)

Our home has 3 bedrooms (including a downstairs private master bedroom suite with full bathroom, kitchenette and private access to outdoor patio and hot tub), 2 full baths. This home away from home has it all: leather sectional, 65" SONY Ultra HD 4K TV, with ROKU to control SONOs sound bar/TV, fully equipped kitchen with waffle maker, rice cooker and coffee grinder, a kitchenette in the master bedroom suite, spacious living/dining room with stereo with iPod connection, cable TV, DVD/VCR and gas fireplace and landscaped private patio area, with HOT TUB. There is a 6 burner gas grill . Free wireless internet. Wi-Fi. EEROS WIFI repeaters to ensure high performance and internet access throughout the house and patios.

In addition, you will find a garage full of surfboards, bikes (6 adult - 2 child), beach chairs, boogie boards, beach wagon and sand toys for your fun in the sun. Feel free to use our SURFBOARDs!

Park your car here for a week and never drive again as a plethora of shops and restaurants as well as bike and walking trails are steps away.

Of course, you can walk to world class surfing and then retreat to your outdoor shower and toasty hot tub in private garden!

BEDS AND BATHS

Downstairs Master Suite, with large granite counter kitchenette. In suite bathroom. Access to garden patio and hot tub.

Upstairs: 65' SONY Ultra HD 4K TV with DVR, SONOs sound bar and ROKU to manage your Apps and favorite stations.

Upstairs Bedroom #2, with a sliding glass doors to sunny deck, has one queen sized bed.

Upstairs Bedroom #3 features a trundle bed, surf themed comforters, a large window.

The two guest bedrooms share a full bath which includes tub/shower, towels, and bath amenities.

LIVING AREA

The kitchen with easy access to sunny deck with BBQs and outdoor sitting area.

Large capacity new dishwasher and microwave, fully stocked with pans, cutlery, many kitchen appliance sand dishes, as well as condiments. Soaps included.

The dining area accommodates seating for up to 6 people.

The spacious living room is appointed with casual seating (leather sectional) for viewing the 65" Ultra HD TV and SONOs sound bar. The couch is a sofa bed. Plenty of room for the entire family.

Garage is stocked with full size washer and dryer. Detergent is included.

PATIOS

Enjoy the sunny back patio, surrounded by tropical garden that includes sitting area and hot tub.

The private back deck is set up for with two BBQs and sitting area with peeks to the Pacific Ocean. Patio seating for 6-8 with table and supplemental chairs.

ACTIVITIES

The main attraction, is of course the beach, and the house is only a half a block away. Surf, relax and play in the sand, boogie board, play beach volleyball and enjoy fabulous sunsets. Have a bonfire in the sand!

Bike ride along East Cliff Drive or hike in the Santa Cruz hills; there is something for everyone!

Relax on the deck and enjoy your sunset!

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This vacation home's walkable location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pleasure Point Park. You'll find features like a hot tub. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 11 minutes from Monterey Bay
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a hot tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Steve Clarence

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,613 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: You and the kids can walk to numerous beaches.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 266 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
Comfortable, clean house within walking distance to Pleasure Point and several restaurants. Nice to have the bikes and hot tub. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee S., PITTSBURGH

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like we were part of the neighborhood instead of just vacationers
The house had a great layout for enough privacy and gatherings. So comfortable & clean. Amazing beds. And, the neighborhood was great. We used the bikes to ride everyday - along the beach, to Verve Coffee and Capitola. Just a fantastic location and space. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous beach house
Spotless, comfortable beds and lounging spaces, well-stocked kitchen and lots of extras (bikes, boards, wetsuits!). Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Y., Lafayette, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great as always
We lived in this neighborhood for 10 years and it's so special to be able to come back and this place is the perfect way to do so. This is our 2nd visit and we'll be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home
We had a wonderful time. The location was perfect for beach and food access. We split our time between the Boardwalk and the Beach. House was clean, organized and easily accessible. The only thing I would suggest is don’t sleep on the trundle bed with your toddler if you are an adult. It isn’t for tall people lol
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Property spotless location fantastic and the owner,Steve answered all communications quickly. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for Moms Weekend In
My girlfriends and I had a wonderful time staying so close to the beach. It was exactly what we all needed. Quiet, relaxing, comfortable. The house was stocked with everything we would find in our own home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morena C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome House
Perfect location, super clean, fully equipped. This place was exactly what we were looking for for the wekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot by the beach
The location is truly remarkable. It's less than a 2 minute walk to the beach, or to walk along Pleasure Point! The garage is fully stocked with everything you could need at the beach - bikes, boards, sand toys, towels...you name it. The downstairs is a private suite with double doors to the hot tub. The main living area is upstairs with a kitchen, bathroom and two adjoining bedrooms. This was plenty of space for four adults and two small children - the trundle bed was a plus for my kiddos. This is very functional and was great, but note that it's not a luxury spot. The kitchen is equipped but quite small - it would be difficult to prepare large meals and is a squeeze if two people are in it together. The main bathroom is also quite small, as are the upstairs bedrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great SC place
Wonderful spot right next to Pleasure Point. Loaded with toys, well equipped kitchen, hot tub etc. thanks very much Steve!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vineeta H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location near beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
About 2 blocks from the cliffs where you can watch 100's of surfers and a 1 1/2 from a beach where you can relax, swim or stroll on the beach. We enjoyed the bikes too. The house was clean and accommodated our family of perfectly. We have 3 teens and there was more than enough space for everyone. Steve was wonderful at responding and gave us great tips for activities and where to eat. So appreciative!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, wonderful location
What a find! the house is great and has everything you need for a stay in Santa Cruz - including bikes, wetsuits and beach chairs. Kitchen is well equipped as well. The house is about 3 blocks from a great surfing spot - we made out way every morning to watch the surfers. 3 blocks the other direction is a good beach. Nothing bad to say about this rental. Thanks Steve!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family summer vacation
Great stay! The house and location was perfect! The addition of the bicycles was amazing and made the trip so much better for our family! We loved our time at this location!! Family of 4 with 16&19 year old kids!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
This is a two story house just off East Cliff Drive but still quiet. Only two blocks to a neighborhood market, short walk to Pleasure Point and 5 minutes to Moran beach. The primary bedroom is on the first floor and has room for a (rented) crib. The primary bathroom shower is small but clean and nicely tiled. The stairs are fairly steep and they have a child gate but we couldn't figure it out. The small bedroom with the trundle worked fine for my 3 & 4 year old grandkids but when pulled out it took up most of the room. They didn't care! The upstairs queen bedroom has access to the bathroom and the deck. The garage is loaded with bikes, sand wagon, toys, etc. The bikes definitely got used. Great stay, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
All around great!
Well equipped, nice location, great vacation spot. Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
The property was just as described and we had a very pleasant long weekend. It was a very short walk to two different beaches, we used the cruiser bikes to cruise over to the boardwalk, and enjoyed the spacious and clean living/dining area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and close to everything
This property was perfect for our trip. The location is close to everything, from Capitola Village to several beaches that are easily walkable from the home. The home is well equipped from the kitchen to the bikes. The beds were very comfortable and the living room offered tons of space. The owner was amazing in working with us when I booked our stay a day shorter than I meant to and we had to make a last minute extension of our trip. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Three day surf stay with our kids. Very comfortable and inviting home. Fantastic location within a short walk to Pleasure Point. Quiet neighborhood. Spotless home with outfitted kitchen, games, boards, scooters, beach bikes, etc (we used it all). Short drive to quality restaurants and market (New Leaf!!) and barber (Waves and Fades) on 41st Ave. Hope to return soon! Oh, and the breakfast burritos at Point Market are killlller!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a gem!
Our group of friends that have been together for 20+ years gathered here for the weekend and had a blast! The location is perfect. 5 minute walk to the beach and even shorter walk to a cute general store. The house is warm and inviting and stocked like a mix of a house and a hotel. The owner was super kind and helpful with recommendations. The hot tub was perfect for the rainy day that we had. The master bedroom is giant and super comfortable! I have saved this listing to use it again in the future and highly recommend it to anyone wanting a nice relaxing time in a welcoming environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darnell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location 💚
I've been to the Capitola/ Cruz area for years for disc golf. (Delaveaga is the mecca) but ive never stayed in this neighborhood. Steve's place is sweet, neighbors are cool and the beach is a skip away, hot tub in the back and i didnt even have to log in to any of my accts for streaming ufc. Bicycles and surf stuff available also. Sweet spot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Cruz
I enjoyed my visit to Steve's property. Very clean. I wasn't able to enjoy all of the nice amenities due to health issues, but this property is perfectly set up to enjoy our California coast. I wish the downstairs tv was set up. That's just me though. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you for being a great host. Sincerely, Chris
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection for our small, young family.
We walked to the beach, rode bikes to ice cream, soaked after surfing. We had a memory-making holiday with absolutely no complaints. Thank you for sharing this lovely home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental in Pleasure Point!
We (four adults, two little ones) thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was spacious and suited our needs perfectly. The location couldn't be beat, either!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debran R.

Liked: Cleanliness
“Real Comfort” in Santa Cruz
This home was very warm and inviting. It’s a 2-story with a studio downstairs where the roomy foyer is, including the master bedroom, a kitchenette, roomy bathroom, and patio with hot tub. Upstairs is a large sitting/living room with a spacious, super cushyleather sofa and several chairs, to relax with Netflix+. The dining area and main kitchen are also upstairs along with 2 bedrooms and a back porch that leads to the deck where we had our dinners. The beds were comfortable. This house has an airy, roomy, homey feel. In addition, the house’s street was a small cut-out from the main road, nice and quiet. We loved it and plan to return. Access to the beach is just down the street, or you can walk directly around the corner for a beautiful ocean watching spot with a sitting area. We did both. Very enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023