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

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 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.

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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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.

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. 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

Jeff Y.

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

Vineeta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location near beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

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

Morena C.

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

Dustin P.

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

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

Richard G.

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

Heather F.

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

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

ASHLEY B.

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

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

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

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

Mary Ellen K.

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

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

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

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