Santa Cruz N At The Beach! Oceanfront w/ Amazing Sunsets!

We just had a lovely 8 night stay at this property. The location right on the water can not be beat. It's a cozy house--not super fancy but comfortable and relaxing. We went with our daughter/husband and 11 month baby, who used the mini in-law apartment upstairs, which gave them some privacy and us a break from any middle of the night crying. The only thing to be aware of is that the gas fireplace downstairs is the central heat for that unit downstairs, other than space heaters in the bedrooms. Being right on the water, it does get chilly. This was plenty of heat for the home, but with an 11 month old walking around, it was a little challenging keeping him away from it and something we didn't really consider in terms of the practicality of the space for a busy baby. But we managed and we would definitely go back. It was a great house for us and no one wanted to leave.

Beautiful property for a large family vacation. Plenty of room for large groups with privacy upstairs. The ocean view is what makes this place special. You can see sea lions and sea otters right from the deck! 2 min walk to the beach and easily accessible to anything you might want or need.

Ocean view excellent, kitchen substantial, ant problem...rectified, less tb than listed..

The beds were amazingly comfortable. Sleeping with the doors open was comfortable and amazing!!! The parents and kids loved the beach access and views from a protected elevation. Close but not to close to the water line. Best vacation.

Amazing ocean front property, loved the location. The beach was beautiful and we spent a lot of time on the deck enjoying the views. We actually enjoyed the separate entrance between 1st and 2nd levels.

Great space, well appointed, beautiful view, and beach access. Would stay there again.

Very well kept and clean. Loved the views of the ocean. Beds were cozy. We were lucky to experience two amazing sunsets and perfect weather. We can’t wait to return.

First let me say we had a lovely time. The house was clean and provided everything we needed to have a great weekend. That said, I would be untruthful if I didn’t bring up some issues. The location was outstanding but to say this is a five bedroom house is misleading. This is basically a duplex with 5ish bedrooms between the two units. (A couple of the bedrooms in the upstairs unit would barely count as rooms)Communication with the host was good once we checked in but the checkin process was not good at all. We did not receive the lockbox code till 30 minutes after “check in time” which led to me and a bunch of my relatives huddled in a corner while we sat on hold with VRBO. Obviously we got in eventually but it was not the way I wanted to start things off. Other than that, great spot. Thanks for hosting us.

The house was not a 4BR for up to 10 people. It was 2 apartments, 1 2 BR and the upstairs being a 1 BR with a converted closet and bunk bed shoved in, no door, window or closet. The table in the downstairs apartment only seated six and the main living area only accommodated 6 comfortably. We had to pull in deck chairs so all could sit and we only had 8. The property description and details should be verified. The only accurate aspect was the location which was right on the water.

The view and sounds of the ocean are sooo fantastic! Loved it!

Great location right on ocean. Clean and comfortable.

Beautiful location, great outdoor space with plenty of seating. We didn’t love the 2 separate units and lack of air conditioning! The listing should be updated to include this info. Overall a pleasant stay. Thank you!

We had a great stay! The views are truly incredible! Sitting outside during sunset and listening to the waves crash was so peaceful. The location was great and we enjoyed driving to downtown Santa Cruz, Monterey and Carmel by the sea. We went grocery shopping and were happy to see that the kitchen had everything we needed. Thanks for a great stay!

Everyone had a good time and enjoyed the home and especially the views from the deck. Proximity to the beach was good also.

Beautiful location with fabulous ocean views and close to the beach. But, the area in front of the house is not beach. House was well stocked and the beach cart was particularly helpful. The checkin time of 4 seemed very late, especially with a checkout of 10:30. But otherwise the process was smooth. We were traveling with our adult kids and grandkids and fit in the space well. Thanks for a lovely weekend!

Beautiful view. Safe area. Close by beach. Lots of amenities. The only thing was. The pictures shows a beach from the patio and there was no beach. All rocks and high tied. I know the tied is different and different time of the year. But it showed be addressed.

I have stayed at this property in past years before it was listed with Vrbo! It’s located close to most of my hangs when I come to Santa Cruz and Capitola! Very Quiet, and clean, with plenty of room! I had trouble with the main Tv set and the upstairs set! Neither had the right controls until I notified the property manager! A TV expert was sent over to find the correct controls.I plan on coming back to A front row seat again soon! Thanks!

Although the beautiful view could not be surpassed, the space needs a refresh. First impressions: the musty smell was a turnoff; the bed and kitchen linens were worn and dingy; outdoor seat cushions were past their prime; and there was no spare TP or paper towels. These things could easily be rectified.Access to the upstairs is through the garage. This should be noted for anyone with children.Good things - adequate parking, clean updated bathrooms, the host provided a high chair, and a nice common area. The kitchen was fine, and we appreciated the large refrigerator and coffee makers.

Great location great views. There were issues with the heating system and some other minor problems. The property manager worked hard to get someone out to work on system. I would recommend it

Had a wonderful time with family. Home worked well for our extended family of 12. Comfortable beds. Home well equipped with essentials, games & beach “toys”. Truly enjoyed our stay

This was a great home and a great location. We would absolutely stay here again. The pictures of the ocean view, as beautiful as they are, dont come close to how spectacular the view and sunsets are. We saw whales breach and sea lions and beautiful birds from the back deck. And the sounds of the waves were so relaxing and wonderful to fall asleep too. Communication was wonderful when we had difficulty with the lock box (it could use updating to a key code lock). There was a musty smell when we first entered…but this was not a concern..this had more to do with the location right on the water. I am sensitive to this and opening the windows and airing it out got rid of this quickly. There were 10 of us staying and we had plenty of room.

We wanted a place where we could all stay as a family for my niece’s wedding. This exceeded our expectations, as it was not just accommodations for the group, but the most delightful retreat for us all, and we made the most wonderful memories in this beautiful spot

Older home but nice. Two units (one downstairs and a separate unit upstairs.) Patio area was PERFECT - couldn’t get a closer ocean view. Saw seals, otters, Borland even a whale! One item we requested to be added for safety was a lock on the back gate The caregiver said she would talk with the owner. Really though, an excellent place. .

We booked this place for my mother’s 60th birthday and it was great. The location was ideal for all the activities we had planned during our stay. The house was very well cleaned and supplied everything you needed to enjoy a home away from your own. The layout was nice a supplied addition privacy and plenty of space for multiple people including kids! But the overall best part is the view, it’s private and we saw everything from whales and dolphins to surfers and boats, you could see the pier and board walk day or night as long as it was clear. This house is definitely a place our family would book again.

Great location, especially if you don't want to be in a busy spot. It is a quick drive into Capitola and close to Santa Cruz. The weather was warm and mostly sunny. We had 8 people. Ages 21-76, the majority in their 50's. We received clear check-in instructions and had no issues during the stay. The house was clean and comfortable. Bedrooms were nice, with comfortable beds. We didn't need them but there were extra heaters around. I have rented many vacation homes and never had this well stocked of a kitchen. My family cooks and we usually run into problems due to lacking kitchenware. We made big breakfasts and dinners and had everything we needed. There is also a coffee maker upstairs which was convenient. The patio sits above the rocks where the waves crash. A quick walk down the hill and you are on a sandy beach. There are also walking trails. We walked into town daily for coffee. A few blocks from the house is a path along the beach where you can watch surfers. We saw whales. I wish we could have taken our dogs because the outdoor lifestyle there is amazing. Note: The bedroom with the amazing view is upstairs in the apartment and doesn't have its own bathroom. This ended up being fine for us because we are used to traveling together. You have to go outside to the side patio, and into the garage to gain access to the stairwell to the apartment. Usually, I don't stay at the same place twice but I will definitely be back here.

My family and I had a perfect week in mid-September at this beach house. Roomy, clean, perfect location and well stocked with linens and paper products. Right on the water… if we had been closer to the ocean, we’d have been in a submarine! Highly recommend this beach house!