Perched on scenic West Cliff Drive, Beach House is an upscale haven with a great open reverse floor plan. Lounge on your private deck and enjoy 180' views of the Monterey Bay, or step inside to unwind in the spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances and espresso machine.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12260 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability
Quotes from previous guests: "We had a great time in Santa Cruz. The property is in a great location and has everything we needed. We will be back again!" "We love just relaxing at the home, walking to the beach each day, and watching the sunset. We always leave feeling refreshed. The owner is easy to communicate with and very accommodating. We can’t wait to return next year." "I never got tired of enjoying the view from the living room, dining room or patio - morning or evening. We even saw otters and sea lions frolicking in the sea."
This upscale, elegant, spacious home is perfect to enjoy all the Monterey Bay has to offer. With a great open reverse floor plan, the beach house is conveniently located on scenic West Cliff Drive, the jewel of Santa Cruz. Beach House is close to everything, half way between the Wharf and Natural Bridges State Park and has 180 degree views of the Monterey Bay. You can watch the surfers at Mitchell's Cove while you lounge on your private deck.
Enter on first floor where you will find 3 bedrooms: bedroom 1 queen bed, bedroom 2 with a futon king size bed and walk out slider onto rear deck, bedroom 3 with a 2 twin beds and also a slider onto the rear deck. The laundry room has a front loading washer/dryer for your convenience. Elegant full bath downstairs is roomy and beautiful with two sinks and a walk in shower.
The back yard is fenced and has a nice large deck with Weber gas barbecue.
Go upstairs to the main floor and take in the spectacular view afforded by the open floor plan. Floor to ceiling windows look out at the Bay where you can watch the whales go south in the fall and north in the spring with their calves. Step out on the deck and watch dolphins play in the surf. Otters and sea lions play and feed in the kelp beds right across the street.
Upstairs you will find the main living area with the following spaces: The elegant primary bedroom suite and bath with a luxury king bed and wall mounted 32' LCD TV to catch your favorite show while you drift off to sleep. The en suite bath has a fantastic walk in shower, two sinks and lots of room.
The spacious kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, pots/pans/cookware and all the cooking gadgets you need, including an espresso machine, a drip coffee machine, a coffee grinder, a blender, a mixer and a toaster. You can celebrate, entertain and cook to your heart's content. Everything you need to prepare that special celebration dinner or your family's evening meals is right there.
The living room has comfortable seating for the family. There is also a fold out couch which sleeps two comfortably.
Enjoy the 43" HDTV/wall mounted LCD TV with attached DVD player, or just relax to the gentle sounds of the surf. The dining room seats up to 10 people in comfort and style with custom built-in bench and cushions. Located just off the deck, the dining area has great ocean views. There is also a half-bath on this level.
The deck has seating so you can watch the beautiful sunsets while enjoying a glass of wine or dinner outside.
Right down the street toward the east is the Wharf, the Boardwalk and Downtown Santa Cruz. Right down the street to the west is Mitchell's Cove, Natural Bridges State Park and Long Marine Lab.
Here are the most common FAQ's. If you have other questions not covered here please don't hesitate to email:
-Check in is at 4pm, check out is at 11am.
-The home is located on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, CA. The exact address is provided when booking.
-Beaches: Two beaches are within walking distance. The beach at Mitchell's Cove is visible from the deck of the property and it is about a 5 minute walk to the stairs to the beach. Main Beach, Wharf & Boardwalk are about 8 blocks away.
-Bring binoculars to watch the otters, dolphins, whales and shore birds from the balcony.
-Jackets are needed in the evening all year round in Santa Cruz.
-Parking: There are 2 parking spaces on the property on the driveway. Additional overnight on-street parallel parking is available.
-To reserve: Your reservation will be accepted as soon as you pay the quoted price.
-Note about pets: We used to allow pets, but many guests did not prevent them from damaging the rugs and woodwork, so we now have a strict no pets policy. Any guest who brings a pet will be charged an additional deep cleaning fee to cover the cost of cleaning all rugs and the property, which will be deducted from their deposit.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing 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)
An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For special family gatherings like a reunion, I will consider approval of a party on a case by case basis.
Please review ALL house rules before booking your stay. We will verify ALL reservation details after 72hrs the booking.
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
Is Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability located?
Nestled on the beach, this Westside Santa Cruz holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lighthouse Field State Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Oceanfront Santa Cruz!
Note: Must enter start date to see end date availability Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The house was very accommodating close to many excursions and restaurants
The view was awesome praying you get the road construction taken care of
Loved how there were plenty of essential provided for kitchen , bath and laundry
thanks for an awesome stay at your property, we really enjoyed the location and the open layout of the house!
and the bocce ball in the back was a big bonus!
Great location and view. We came for my daughter's UCSC graduation. The host was prompt in answering all my questions. We had a great time and will be back.
Had a great family reunion!! Some members came from Canada and stayed at hotels near by.
So much to do, and this house was within walking distance to the pier, the boardwalk and Natural Bridges State park!
We had a wonderful time. The view and location is exceptional. Comfortable beds, showers are lovely, lots of room, clean, and a well stocked kitchen, except for spices. Thank you for the wine and sharing your home.
We enjoyed our stay and the views and the location. I did not like the long staircase needed to go in and out since I am crippled and it is a big extra effort. The place was well equipped for meal preparation.
Very conducive as a beach house for our family. Plenty of space. Love the upstairs living area with all the amenities! Charmin TP was great! A lot of rentals skimp on paper towns and TP. We even played Bocce Ball outside.
Even better locations for the Iron Race the kids participated in.
I never got tired of enjoying the view from the living room, dining room or patio - morning or evening. We even saw otters and sea lions frolicking in the sea. The weather was amazing and we enjoyed walks along the ocean each day and explored Natural Bridges. Kitchen was well stocked. Safeway and downtown we’re nearby. Updated carpet and furniture would’ve made the experience 5 star.
We have rented this home once a year for the past four years and always have a lovely stay. The views are amazing and the location cannot be beat. Due to the recent storms, there has been construction out front for our past two stays, but our stays were still great and the construction actually made the street more quiet. That being said, the construction is almost complete. We love just relaxing at the home, walking to the beach each day, and watching the sunset. We always leave feeling refreshed. The owner is easy to communicate with and very accommodating. We can’t wait to return next year.
Our family from 2 others states came to stay here with us for Spring Break 2024. The ocean views at this house are amazing! Epic location for beautiful walks along West Cliff, and location perfect to explore all of Santa Cruz. Dog friendly a huge plus for our fur baby. Great communication, house well stocked with everything we needed and nice and clean. We would love to return to entertain friends and family. Thank you for the wonderful accommodations, gem of a house.
Sn amazing property with a balcony facing the ocean which was our favorite spot. Nice to be above the interesting parade of people. Aldo loved the back with the bocci ball court. No extra parking made getting together v with others a bit challenging but easy to find extra street parking on nearby side street. All in all, a great beach house.
Our family with three adult children now with families. We have been taking a week trip to the California coast since 1997. This home and location are superior. We have 3 areas to park and there is nearby parking if needed. The clean, open floor plan allows for games, meals and amazing views. 3 rooms on the entry level with a bathroom and laundry. Upper area has large living area, deck and a large update kitchen. The main bedroom with en-suite bath is upstairs. Safe and scenic walk to light house in a few minutes. Very close walking beach access or drive to other close beaches. The host is responsive and see Immediately they take great care to have clean and uncluttered living area to ensure a nice stay. We absolutely love this house and location.
This lovely updated 4 Bedroom rental has an open floor plan on the upper level. Windows with three directional views from living room, kitchen and dining area. Nice deck. The deck has clear wind screens. Kitchen well stocked. The whole house is decorated, but not cluttered. We were there and Front row seating for King title waves of Dec.2023. There is a temporary one-way abutter access due to temporary road repairs. . Walking and negotiating packing an unpacking for multi-family stay needed.. That section of W.Cliff Drive is a tourist destination. So a steady flow of pedestrians, bicycles, and when road fixed, I imagine car traffic when road fixed. Makes for good people watching. Good wifi, back yard. Two lower-level bedrooms have back yard access. Master upstairs, sight ocean view. Two very large bathrooms and a half-bath. We absolutely loved our stay! It’s close to town, museums, lots to do, or just stay in and enjoy the amazing view.
Diane F.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
16 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Extremely Disappointed
We rented this home for its location & it was a great one. The communication w/ the host was good. Over the weekend we started discovering things about the home that were so disappointing.The home is tired, worn & deserves much needed TLC. Things such as dirty, grimy cabinets in the kitchen w/ a film that was so awful in places you didn't want to touch them. There are no handles on the cabinets making them grimy from usage. There was only one frying pan.There's just a mish-mash of stuff all cluttered in the cabinets. The walls throughout the home are extremely dirty, peeling wallpaper, furniture in the living room is so dirty/worn. Beds are uncomfortable; the master bed makes noise when you even slightly move, pillows are old and flat. There are NO screens on any of the windows in the home. It was a warm and humid weekend so windows had to be open which led to being bit my mosquitos. The windows were filthy t/o, patio was dirty. The two big brown rugs, one in master & living room are awful. The one in the master smelled so bad of dog urine it was hard to be in there. When we lifted them up there were multiple stains on both rugs. There's more, but the point is this place needs TLC. I let the owner know when we checked out how disappointed we were but NO response. I called VRBO, sent photos & I realize nothing will be done. They said we should've called when we checked in but these are things you don't notice right away. Unfortunate for us, a lot of $ spent...disappointing.
Fantastic stay in Santa Cruz!This VRBO was very well equipped and spotless. The location is unbeatable—right on the oceanfront and completely walkable to the beach and nearby attractions. It was perfect for our whole family, with plenty of space and everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Property is amazing and perfectly sized to accommodate 3 couples, two grands (almost 7 and 9) and two well-behaved dogs, who were never left alone at the property.
We were a party of 7, and enjoyed our stay. Was a very nice place and we would stay again. Only issue was there wasn't enough wash clothes, but we managed. In addition, windows were a bit dirty, but it was very foggy.
Family and friends gathered over Memorial weekend for a lovely time enjoying local beaches (two in walking distance) and the Boardwalk scene . I goofed on the registration and the host bent over backwards to accommodate our party. Extremely clean, great fenced yards