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Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly

Let the sound of the waves crashing on the beach wash away your stress.
This Hawaiian-style beach house has it all!
Views of the ocean and 3 min walk to the beach. This house is two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious layout with a large eat-in kitchen, a great room, a dining room, a living room with a fireplace. This house is ideal for family get-togethers. It is remodeled and re-decorated gourmet kitchen and great room. This stylish cottage beach house has new appliances. The great room walks out onto a split-level deck. Have dinner on the upper porch with a view of the ocean and lagoon. The lagoon offers wonderful bird watching events every season. The lower deck has a BBQ and a fire pit to enjoy with family and friends.

The location of this house is just one block from the beach. Santa Maria’s(21st ave) is one of the most beautiful beaches in Santa Cruz, surfing, boogie boarding, skimboarding, fishing, and great for long walks. Explore the tide pools to find sea anemones, sea urchins and watch the otters play. This location is close to the fun-filled Santa Cruz. Boardwalk, the famous surfing spot Pleasure Point, and 41st Ave, where you will find various shops and restaurants. Minutes from Capitola Beach and the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor, where you will find beach volleyball, kayaks rentals, and great restaurants.

An ideal morning is walking to coffee ( Starbucks ) and then another 4 minutes to the beach to enjoy your coffee while watching the waves crash onto the beach and cliffs below. ( Sunny Cove )

Within an hour's drive, you can see the full beauty of Monterey Bay by taking its scenic drive to Carmel, Seventeen Mile Drive, Pebble Beach Golf Course, and the Monterey Bay aquarium. Between our house and Monteray is Moss Landing, another fantastic area for kayaking and exploring the ocean wildlife.

Amenities include high-speed WiFi for work-from-home guests. A full gourmet kitchen, fireplace, plasma TV with VCR/ DVD player, gas BBQ, outdoor gas fire pit, washer and dryer, linens, down comforters, feather pillows, and towels, both beach and bath towels. A security deposit and cleaning charge are required. This is a self-check in-house.
Sleeps 6 - 8 One queen-size bed, one bunk bed with double-size mattresses, and 2 sofa beds.


Summer months, the house is available from Saturday to Saturday.

Must be 25 years of age to rent our home.

Please, NO PETS

This home is not listed on Craigslist!

Keywords: Hawaiian Style Beach House, Santa Cruz, Capitola, Beach House. Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 2 Bedroom, Ocean View, Parking, Outdoor Fire Pit, Gourmet Kitchen, Henry Cowell State Park, the University of California at Santa Cruz, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Pleasure Point, Wineries, Surfing, Starbucks, Vacation rental,

Property manager

Lori Talbot

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Boat on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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: The bunk bed room a TV, movies, toys, bean bags,

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

Property is also known as

Hawaiian Style Beach Ocean View Steps Beach Families Welcome
Hawaiian Style Beach Ocean View Steps Beach Families Welcome
House
Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Hawaiian Style Beach House

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 9 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 4 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 6 min drive
  • Main Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peoples Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Maria's Beach, Sunny Cove Beach, and Twin Lakes State Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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Ocean View ~ Steps to the Beach ~ Family Ohana friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 181 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
We loved the house and the location. Perfect for our little family vacation. Easy walk to the beach and you could see the ocean and beach from home. Great beach chairs that worked as back pack and could hold cold items as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and bird viewing
We loved our family vacation at Aloha Kai. Views of the lagoon and a quick walk to the beach. Thanks so much for the great aloha atmosphere!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot in Twin Lakes!
Comfortable, quiet, clean, and close to the beach. Wonderful place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful get-away
What a gorgeous house that was really comfortable for our family and well-stocked with games. You've done a beautiful job keeping the original charm of the house. We loved the close proximity to the beach for daily walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ColleenRose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it.
what a lovely little place...secret hidden gem for sure...absolutely loved the layout and the decor...instantly felt at home...tip - back into the driveway and it'll be easy peasy to pull out when you leave...the deck was amazing and the fire pit a plus...even laid out on the deck to get some sun privately...you have such great views and you are concealed from outside eyes...kitchen was large and had all the tools you'd need and more...we never used the dining room but it was spacious for large family meals for sure...its was a little oasis tucked behind a wall of greenery that was just heaven...easy walk down to the beach if you so desired...loved the mudd room and the electronic keyless entry...cant say enough great things about this property...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
We had a great time. This property was clean and well maintained. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mundi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway!
Our family enjoyed the open space within the home. The beds and couches were very comfortable. The atmosphere was relaxing and the beach was a 4 minute walk, which was perfect. We appreciated use of the beach chairs and beach toys.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, Great Location
We loved our time at this house! The decor and furnishings were just perfect, homey, and cozy! Having a washer and dryer was a huge bonus! They thought of everything! The view out the back windows, the outside decks were beautiful! The decks could’ve used a little pressure washing but still beautiful nonetheless. Backing out of the driveway onto the main road was somewhat tricky at times but nothing can be done about that. The proximity to the beach and everything else was great! Overall, loved it and would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
This home has been beautifully done and is very well supplied. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Santa Cruz vacation!
Beautifully updated home with Hawaiian vibe in a welcoming neighborhood! Spacious kitchen and dining areas, with comfortable family and living rooms. Plenty of room for a relaxing family vacation (4 adults and baby). Especially loved the two-tiered deck with fire pit and the beach within walking distance! We would definitely stay here again! Thank you for your hospitality, Lori.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House for a Beach Getaway
This house has wonderful indoor/outdoor living spaces. It is comfortable and cute and very well equipped for cooking, game night, beach time and more. The two bathrooms made it great for our trip with our grandsons. The bunkroom with movies was terrific for them. The beach is very close and the views from the deck are terrific. We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Nice place. Besides the view and proximity to the beach, the big upside was all the little amenities that are left for guests (board games, serving bowls, tin foil, beach chairs, etc.). It's also a great house for entertaining - plenty of seating on both levels of the deck. This has the feel of a traditional, old school Santa Cruz beach house. For the price, we were very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

A well equipped home!
My family stayed for a week, we enjoyed every detail! The house had everything we needed, the beds were comfortable, home is clean and no detail was spared! Short walk to the beach. It was just beautiful and perfect! My children loved the toys and kids room too!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Enjoyed our stay at your Santa Cruz beach house.
We went to fish in Santa Cruz. We didn't get as many fish as we had hoped for, but the house was great. We especially enjoyed the fire pit and barbeque. The location was very close to the harbor and they helped as well. We look forward to returning next spring or summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Find!!!
The pictures don’t do it justice! Beautiful, clean, fully equipped! We will definitely be back. I will also be suggesting this home to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susie N., Greensboro

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
California Homecoming!
We really loved this house and it’s location. You can walk to the beach. It’s a short drive to Capitola, Soquel, and other places. We brought my 88 year old Mom out for a reunion with our family, which included grand & great grandchildren. The house had plenty of outdoor room , as well as indoor. We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean home close to the beach
This property was very well set up, comfortable and was very clean. The little one really liked the front and back yards. We all enjoyed the short walk to the beach at Corcoran Lagoon. Within walking distance to some restaurants and grocery stores. In inclement weather, there were lots of movies and books. Very easy to work with the owners, who were very responsive to our questions. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family trip
This is a cute house that is nicely decorated with a beach vibe. It is very close to a great little beach. You can see it from the deck and walk across the street to get to it. We had 4 adults and a toddler and it worked just fine for us. If it was warmer, I would have enjoyed the outside shower after a trip to the beach. Lori is great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
House was great, really reminded us of places we have stayed in Hawaii. It is an older home, but thoughtfully decorated and remodeled kitchens and bathrooms and spotlessly clean. The views from the deck were a highlight. Really short walk to a very nice locals beach. The living space is expansive, though the bedrooms are on the small side. Wasn't an issue for us, being a family of three. The host was responsive to our questions and needs and I would recommend this home to anyone looking for a beach getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marla Z., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! Spectacular home with every convenience
Not enough room for all the stars I’d give this rental. Comfy clean and spacious; as good or better than the pictures. Every item you would ever need in the kitchen, every item you would ever need for your time on the beach. Deck area is spectacular, close to the beach great views. Parking! Yes! We felt like guests borrowing a friend’s home. Thank you Lori!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

LESA C.

PARADISE IN SANTA CRUZ
We just returned from a wonderful weekend in Santa Cruz and can't say enough about the wonderful amenities we enjoyed at Hale Kai. From the moment we walked in the door until the moment we walked out, we couldn't have been happier. The furnishings are modern yet comfy. The kitchen had every tool you could think of, right down to baggies and aluminum foil. The sheets and towels were soft and had that fresh laundered smell. I have to say that our stay exceeded our expectations by far!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

brenda w., Toronto

A home away from home
Hale Kai lives up to its reputation from all the other vacationers who have stayed there--excellent! True to the website, this is much more than a beach house...it is a "home" with every amenity you could ask for. The kitchen is state of the art, the beds are very comfortable, living spaces in the family, living and dining rooms are clean, spacious and tastefully decorated. The owners have provided games for all ages, boogie boards, beach towels and every spice you would ever need to barbeque or prepare a meal in the fabulous kitchen. With the ocean in view from the upper deck and a few blocks away,Hale Kai is a wonderful house to enjoy in any season (we were there in late October) with an adult family (as was ours) or with children.

10/10 Excellent

Haylie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Retreat Feel
I booked my family and I this VRBO for a place to all stay together for my brother’s wedding. There were 6 of us and my 4 year old niece. It was everything advertised! Beautiful views from the patio, gorgeous walk to the beach, and walking distance to a Starbucks, which we appreciated. Although, there is a coffee machine in home as well! It was a perfect place to have meals together and get ready for my brothers wedding, and not a far drive to Los Gatos. My only feedback- the pull out beds are more of a full size bed instead of a queen, so if you plan to have people sleep on them, you may want to account for one adult on the pull out bed instead of two. The couch was comfy, so I slept there while my husband took the pull out! Host was very responsive and helpful, and there are tons of board games/coloring supplies for kiddos!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris S., San Luis Obispo, CA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, deferred maintenance
Our family stayed for just under a week at this property. We enjoyed our visit but would likely not return to this property. Great: Location, with a view of the lagoon and beach, lovely outdoor dining area and sitting area with a firepit to sit at night. Good: The host was communicative, outdoor grill, nice assortment of beach chairs, body boards, and family games were provided. Bad: Showers leaked, obvious long-term rental with a lot of deferred maintenance (e.g., bathroom stair detached, hole in wall) stained sheets and towels, debris under couches and beds, etc. The patio door looking out over the lagoon was lovely to keep open, but there was no screen, so bugs would fly in starting around 4 p.m. Ugly: Ventilation fans did not appear to work, mustiness spell permeated the rental, mold in several areas, especially bathrooms. As a result of the mustiness, we ended up leaving a day early.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023