Gated Beach Front Retreat - Remodeled on 1.5 Acres Just Steps to the Beach

La Selva Beach, California
$1591 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Nestled on a lush hillside with stunning ocean views, Villa Margarita is an extraordinary 4 bedroom, 4 bath gated seaside home located on 1.5 acres just steps from the beach. This tranquil 2,500 sq. ft. retreat, completely remodeled in 2019, offers unparalleled privacy yet is just a 3 minute stroll to the sand and outdoor activities. The stunning two-level wrap-around deck offers an additional 1,400 sq. ft. of outdoor living space. You'll be captivated as you see and hear the ocean from almost every room of this inviting and unique luxury home...designed to be your family's perfect seaside sanctuary.

Once you settle in at Villa Margarita you can spend your day relaxing on the pristine beach or decks, running or surfing along the expansive shoreline, or exploring nearby parks and trails. In the evening you can gather at the dining table that seats up to 10 in the airy kitchen featuring brand new LG stainless steel appliances, custom quartz countertops, a 7 ft. island and 55 flat screen Samsung LED TV. Or you may prefer to watch the sun set over the ocean as you dine on the upper deck, a 234 sq. ft. vantage point surrounded by trees and nature.

Entertain family and friends with movie night at Villa Margarita as the living room transforms into a home theatre with a projector featuring a remote controlled 150 drop down screen and surround sound. Create a cozy atmosphere with the sleek gas fireplace, or liven the room with a colorful spectrum of remote controlled LED lighting.

Bedroom 1: The Blue View Room, located on the upper level, features an ocean view with a sliding glass door to the deck. With tranquil blue walls, a queen bed, cedar-lined built-in closets and en-suite bathroom with a natural stone shower, it exudes a relaxing coastal vibe.

Bedroom 2: The Sangria Suite, located on the upper level off of the kitchen features a vaulted ceiling, ceiling speakers and two large windows overlooking the lush hillside and trees. With serene green walls, a queen bed, and a large closet, this bedroom includes an en-suite private bathroom with a large shower, and a small private patio.

Bedroom 3: The Surfer's Cove, quietly situated on the lower level, is the perfect place to unwind after a day at the beach. Featuring a private entrance to the lower deck, this bedroom offers a full size bed, a 43 flat screen LED TV and ceiling speakers. Though smaller in size, this room is big on California cool!

Bedroom 4: Step into the Sunset Suite, a spacious bedroom featuring an ocean view, queen bed, walk-in closet, ceiling speakers and a 400 sq. ft. private deck with stairs descending toward the beach. Decorated in calming neutral tones, this lower level master bedroom offers an en-suite with double sinks, quartz countertops, custom designed shower and a luxurious soaking bathtub.

La Selva Beach:
Villa Margarita is located in La Selva Beach just off Highway 1, an iconic West Coast drive. The palm trees lining Playa Blvd. give you a warm welcome as you enter into this quaint coastal community. In case you are curious, La Selva means the jungle in Spanish, a fitting description as lush green plants, trees and colorful flowers flourish, and birds abound along the pristine coastline.

Though mainly residential, La Selva Beach offers local conveniences, including El Patio Grocery, a 10 minute walk from Villa Margarita, as well as a recreation center with outdoor basketball court and playground.

Nearby Towns & Attractions:
La Selva Beach is 5 mile drive south of Aptos Village, featuring upscale boutiques & dining, and 8 miles to Capitola , the Pacific coast's oldest seaside resort town offering over 70 restaurants and shops.

Santa Cruz, the birthplace of mainland surfing in the United State, is a 14 mile drive north. You can stroll along the legendary Boardwalk, or ride the famous Looff Carousel, or the Big Dipper, a 90 year old vintage wooden roller coaster.

Monterey, 35 miles south of La Selva Beach, offers casual, tourist-friendly shops and restaurants, and attractions including the Monterey Bay Aquarium and The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

The historic beauty of Carmel-By-The-Sea is a 35 mile drive down the coast, situated next to the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links and 17-Mile Drive.

With over 14 state parks & beaches, and 29 miles of coastline in Santa Cruz County, you can swim, surf, hike, bike, shop or find your own sun-filled adventure. Exploring starts just outside your door at Villa Margarita!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Stereo Video Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Of Any Kind Is Not Permitted On Property Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 01:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Kim D.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Location was amazing. We really enjoyed our family time there. If I could offer a couple of suggestions window coverings would be helpful in the bedrooms and bathrooms and the big screen TV needs to be updated to support current streaming platforms.

  • Gary & Georgette A.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Villa Margarita is a perfect place to gather your family for a long weekend or week stay. We celebrated my husband’s 80 th birthday with our grown children and grandchildren. Being able to walk to the beach in minutes or view the beauty of the ocean from the house was special. Jilka had everything we needed to enjoy our beach outings too. Some highlights from our trip were movie nights with the big screen projector, making smores with fire pit, and playing games by the fireplace and large dining table. In addition, Jilka was so responsive to all our inquires about local places to visit, local restaurants, and grocery stores. Our birthday celebration was made memorable by staying at Villa Margarita.

  • Jim & Anne L.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    We saw whales playing just off shore every day. The house is amazing with ocean views and great beach for kids perfect in every way

  • Michael H.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    A beautiful home, and it is right near the beach. We all enjoyed the atmosphere, decks, and the beauty of the surrounding area.

  • Lynn M. M.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 28, 2024

    This was a multigenerational stay and we enjoyed it very much. The house was well stocked with dishes, knives, spices, towels and toiletries. The welcome basket was an extra nice touch! We used the path to get to the beach for nice walks. The deck is lovely for enjoying the view. Lots of privacy and security with the gated entrance. We will recommend this house to others!

  • bill p.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2023

    Stayed Jul 31, 2023

    This was a family vacation at the beach, and everything was perfect. We love the house and the views, and you can’t beat the Monterey Bay for the variety of amazing activities. The house has everything, and we enjoyed the overhead projector to watch sports. We had fires on the beach and fires outside at the house. The beach is very uncrowded and gorgeous and just a short 2 min walk from the front door

  • Linda C.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2023

    Stayed Jul 24, 2023

    My family thoroughly enjoyed our six-night stay at Villa Margarita. The house was well equipped; we had everything we needed. My family especially enjoyed the short walk to the beach, the outdoor fire pit and games, and our youngest family members enjoyed exploring the secluded and secure property around the house. I have rented several vacation houses through the years. Villa Margarita is one of the nicest houses we’ve stayed in and Jilka was, by far, the nicest and most responsive property owner I’ve communicated with before and during a vacation stay. I would definitely rent Villa Margarita again.

  • Adam B.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2023

    Stayed Jun 29, 2023

    This house was just as advertised! The kitchen was well stocked if you want to make meals at the house. The short walk to the beach is well maintained (not a busy part of the beach either). The upper and lower decks have an ocean view if you just want to hang out. We have stayed at many homes between La Selva and Aptos and this one ranks with the best.

  • Hilary S.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2023

    Stayed Jun 19, 2023

    Beautiful home with great access to the beach. Super clean, spacious, kitchen had all the things needed for cooking meals at home. Lots of special touches: welcome basket, owner checked in with us and was available for any issues (none), beds and bedding were top notch, plenty of towels, beach towels, boogie boards, beach chairs available for use, binder with recommendations for eating out and grocery shopping, and the great movie/family room with large projector screen was terrific and we had multiple movie nights. Our 5 teenagers had a blast, lots of space to explore, walk to the corner market, and get to the beach in minutes. Top notch home and experience.

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2023

    Stayed Feb 18, 2023

    Our family enjoyed our stay very much. We had three generations there and were very comfortable. Jilka was very responsive to questions and easy to communicate with. Hope to come back to this very cool spot!

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