View of Monterey Bay from Living Room: Soft Green Sofas, Hardwood Floors
Location: Santa Cruz, Central Coast, California, USA (House Overlooks Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Family and Pet Friendly Near Dog Beach: This upscale, elegant, spacious home is perfect to enjoy all the Monterey Bay has to offer. With a great open floor plan, the beach house is located conveniently on West Cliff Drive - close to everything and has 180' views of the Monterey Bay. You can watch the surfers at Mitchell's Cove while you lounge on your private deck. Enter downstairs where you will find 3 bedrooms: 1 full/double bed, 1 room with 2 twin beds, 1 with queen sleeper sofa. The kids can watch TV in this spare downstairs den/spare room. The laundry room has a top of the line washer/dryer for your convenience. Full bath downstairs is roomy and beautiful.
The back yard is fully fenced with a very nice large deck, table and chairs, and authentic bocce court.
When you go upstairs you will want to drink in the spectacular scenery in this open floor plan offering views galore. 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 young. Step out on the deck and watch dolphins play in the surf. Otters and sea lions feed in the kelp beds while you watch.
Upstairs master bedroom and bath are very elegant. Luxury queen bed with wall mounted HDTV 32" LCD TV to catch your favorite show while you drift off to sleep. The master bath has a fantastic walk in shower, his/her sinks and lots of room.
The Kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, all the cooking gadgets you need. You can celebrate, entertain and cook till you hearts content. Everything you need to prepare your family's meals is right there or that special celebration dinner.
The living room has comfortable seating for the family with beautiful designer sofas that are "Chameleon" sofa/twin beds. They are wonderful! Enjoy the 32" HDTV/wall mounted LCD TV/DVD player or just relax to the sounds of the surf. The dining room seats up to 8 people in comfort and style with custom built in bench and cushions. Located just off the deck, the dining area has great ocean views.
The deck also has seating so you can enjoy beautiful sunsets while enjoying meals, snacks and wine.
Plenty of beach towels are handy so you are ready to hit the surf.
Parking for 2 cars on the driveway and additional parking on the street.
Right down the street toward the east is the Wharf, the Boardwalk, Downtown. Right down the street toward the west is Mitchells Cove, Natural Bridges, and Long Marine Lab.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Fantastic Beach House is located on beautiful W. Cliff Dr. Centrally located close to everything! Santa Cruz Beach House fronts Mitchells' Cove, a favorite spot to watch surfers ride the waves, dolphins and otters or just lounge on the beach. Wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean, Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary and Monterey, and the surfing that has made Steamers Lane world famous. It is located across the street from the ocean with 180 views from deck, living room, dining room, kitchen. The Beach House comfortably sleeps 10.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Surf lessons at Cowell Beach near the wharf. Windsurfing lessons at Waddell Creek up the coast, Kayaking in the harbor and Elkhorn Slough, Daily Sailboat rides from SC Harbor, Kite Flying at Beach Across the street.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season: May 01-Sep 30: $399/night .. $2600/week (7 night min)
Low Season: Oct 01-Apr 30: $309/night .. $1990/week (3 night min)
High Season 3 Night Minimum Applies to the Following Holidays:
New Years, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Fourth of July
Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
High Season 1 Week Minimum Applies to the Following:
Spring Break Weeks
Cleaning Fee $155 Pet Fee: $25 Refundable Deposit: $500
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Santa Cruz
This was our family home. It only recently became a vacation rental.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Watching the ocean is mesmerizing.
Monarch Butterfly Over-Winter Resting Place: October - December
Amusement Park at the Beach, Rides, Games, Summer Concerts, Bowling, Bumper Cars, Putt Putt
Touch pools, educational labs, marine and ocean studies, open to public
Property Photos
- View of Monterey Bay from Living Room: Soft Green Sofas, Hardwood Floors - Santa Cruz, California Oceanfront Vacation Home with Private Deck
- Flat Screen TV on Right, Deck visible through window, LR to left. - Santa Cruz, California Oceanfront Vacation Home with Private Deck
- Dine on the deck while watching the whales go by! - Santa Cruz, California Oceanfront Vacation Home with Private Deck
- Play some Beach Volleyball at the Harbor
- Looking out at the Bay - Spacious Open Floor Plan - Dining to right, LR to Left
- Dining Area Faces the Ocean
- Downstairs Bedroom #1
- Downstairs Bedroom #2
- Downstairs Bathroom
- Downstairs Den/Queen Sofa Sleeper Bed #3
- View from Dining Area with Open Spacious View Back to Kitchen
- Spacious Kitchen with Ocean Views
- Rent Kayaks at the Wharf and paddle around the Monterey Bay with the Dolphins!
- Desk with WiFi - bring your laptop and check your email
- Master Bedroom: Deluxe Queen Bed
- Sunset View from the Deck
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #268008
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