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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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Property manager

Steve Clarence

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Capitola Beach - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Main Beach - 18 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Pleasure Point Park and Moran Lake Beach. Capitola Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 265 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 265 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Kendal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Favorite Place
We’ve stayed at the property multiple times because we love everything about it!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Weekend Getaway
This beach house was perfect for our family and so conveniently located to great beaches, biking, farmer's market, people and surfer watching. We loved dining on the deck! The hot tub is a very nice perk too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for surfing
We had a great stay and surfed every day. The house is very well equipped for beach activities and for cooking. Great family time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location & Rec Equipment
Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Beach Vacay
Perfect place for our family - all the gear for fun days at the beach (boogie boards, towels, bikes) and enough room for everyone. The host shared some great restaurant and beach tips beforehand which proved to be spot-on. We'll definitely be back, and I'd recommend the place to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location at Pleasure Point
Fantastic place. Hope to rent again. Great location, steps from Pleasure Point. Perfect layout for hosting family and friends. Had some rough weather and still had a great time relaxing and enjoying time together.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 night get a way
We enjoyed our stay! Only concern is you can't open door with trundle bed, and the king could use a new mattress.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommend for proximity to beaches, comfy bed & hot tub
Our family of 4 was very happy at this property. Loved walking to Dunlap’s Donuts and then sitting on a bench and watching the waves, surfers and otters while we ate our breakfast. Kids loved the boardwalk. The master bed was super comfy. Walked to a different beach very nearby for sunsets. Great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun time in a crazy storm!
Great location. Just bad timing with the storm rolling through. Power stayed on so we bundled up and took advantage of the puzzles and games.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

debra s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great location
Will definitely stay again. The kids loved the bikes, scooters, surfboards. Great set up for family. Never heard from owner but we didnt have any concerns. Only thing we needed was more toliet paper, trash bags , and no cleaning supplies to clean kitchen counters. Oveeall amazing week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, perfect location
The photos on the listing do not do it justice. The amenities really made it easy to keep the kids entertained and it has everything you need for meals in. It’s super close to peak surfing and exploring the area is made easy by the bikes and scooters available for use. Steve made a lot of great recommendations. Cannot give enough praise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at Pleasure Point
If you’re looking to stay in the Santa Cruz area, this is a great spot. The house is a short walking distance to the Point where you watch great surfing or surf yourself. It’s also a short walk to a small beach good for swimming. We walked into town several times to check out the surf shops. The house has every beach toy / accessory you could need including many bikes. That was the main draw for us (location and beach supplies) and it did not disappoint. We were pleasantly surprised by the ample kitchen supplies and condiments as well. There was even ground coffee. It made the stay very comfortable and easy. Great communication with the host as well. Thanks for a great visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home Near the Beach
My family and I really enjoyed this home. The location was amazing. Being so close to Moran Lake Beach and Pleasure Point was great to be able to just walk down to enjoy. The garage was full of boogie boards, surf boards, wetsuits, bikes, beach chairs and towels. We didn't need to bring or buy anything to use at the beach. The home was really nice. Kitchen was fully stocked with pots/pans/knives and some staples (oils, salt/pepper, etc) which was nice since we stayed in for dinner about half the trip. BBQ worked just fine. Hot tub was great to relax in and was maintained by a professional while we were there. The beds are a bit soft so it took us some time to adjust (we prefer a firmer mattress) but other than that all the amenities were great!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surfers' Paradise
My family was lucky to get to rent this property for a month. It was truly wonderful to get to settle in to this great neighborhood, surf several times a day, ride the beach cruisers along the bluff, and relax on the deck. The home is really quiet and relaxing and we all slept very well! A few simple adds the owners could make to improve the home would be to add small dressers in each room, as there is no place to unpack clothes. Also, please note there is not an outdoor shower as pictured, which would have been useful to rinse sand off after the beach and surfing. Other than those two things, the place is a gem and you cannot beat the location.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem
Steve was a wonderful. The location of this house makes for a peaceful and easy Santa Cruz experience. You can literally walk down the block with your surfboards to pleasure point and market and every guest had a sweet beach cruiser to bike to nearby shops. In the other direction, one minute away is the beautiful reservoir with snowy egrets and other birds and a sandy swimming beach across the street with sunsets. The house is immaculate, with highly organized kitchen supplies, and so comfortable with all the amenities. Couldn’t ask for more. One bedroom has a lovely deck and the main has a Garden with hot tub and outdoor shower. Neighbors even nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debran R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“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