Pleasure Point Beach House
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Our Pleasure Point beach house is conveniently located halfway between the famous Santa Cruz boardwalk and the quaint village of Capitola. We are located three blocks from the ocean cliffs, with access to some of the best surfing and more private beaches in Santa Cruz. We are also a short walk to the cafes, restaurants, and surf shops on 41st Ave. Relax in our sunny and very private backyard. Enjoy the Adirondack chairs, outdoor shower, outdoor gas grill, dining on the patio, and soaking in the 5-person hot tub.
We extensively refurbished our beach house inside and out, while keeping its original bungalow charm. We have updated to top of the line appliances (LG fridge, front loader washer/dryer), installed an indoor/outdoor Bose stereo system, and we have high speed internet and cable TV. There is room for 6 people to sleep on beds, and in addition, we have a portable crib, and an aero bed. Our home is super family and kid friendly, and equipped with a lot of what you would want for a family vacation at the beach such as cruiser bikes, a red flyer wagon, boogie board, hot tub toys, and beach chairs/umbrella.
Pleasure Point is our favorite place on the California Central Coast to enjoy the beach and the beautiful surrounding areas, from redwood forests to wine country. We look forward to sharing our beach house with you!
Keywords: Clean, Well Maintained, Family Home
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters
- Pets Not Allowed
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 6-8
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (1), Baby Cribs (1), Bunk Beds (1)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
- Ice Maker
Amenities
- Wood Fireplace
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Video Library
Communications
- Wireless Internet
- Telephone
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Activities
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Theme Parks
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Boating
- Mountain Biking
- Surfing
- Kayaking
- Cycling
Reviews
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Romantic Beach Vacation
Romantic Beach Vacation
- Guest barfly2fly
- Date of stay 03/09/13
- Review Submitted 03/26/13
Visited with my girlfriend and absolutely loved the stay. We are both surfers, so we just loved using the House Bikes to ride to check the surf, take our boards to the surf and go a few blocks over for coffee and breakfast. Wonderful. And after a chilly long surf - little was better than a jacuzzi followed by outdoor shower. It's just a real homey comfortable house, not at all ostentatious but private and low key - just how you want it to be in Santa Cruz. Well maintained and clean - we would do this again in an instant - but invite friends next time to enjoy it with us- the outdoor bbq and deck were fantastic for lounging.Recommended for: Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
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Family New Years Getaway
Family New Years Getaway
- Guest Boogie
- Date of stay 12/29/12
- Review Submitted 01/16/13
We stayed at the Pleasure Point Beach House for a long New Years weekend and absolutely loved it. The home was in great condition and the yard was perfect for playing with our two young kids. I particularly enjoyed the hot tub during the cool evenings. There were beach cruisers for our use which were great for strolling down East Cliff Dr. We also enjoyed pulling the kids down to the beach in the wagon that was available to use. The kids really enjoyed looking at the tidepools during low tide where we found many sea anemone's, crabs, starfish and urchin's. Overall a wonderful home in a great location with easy access to the beach and many local restaurants. There are a couple of great coffee shops just a short bike ride away as well as awesome breakfast burrito's at Chill Out Cafe and several great Sushi and Mexican food options. I would highly recommend this home for anyone looking for a fun beach area rental in one of the best areas of Santa Cruz.Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
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Pleasure Point Beach House
Pleasure Point Beach House
- Guest SF415
- Date of stay 08/03/12
- Review Submitted 08/10/12
We had a great time here! It was the first time we stayed in this area and it was perfect, ten minutes drive to the Boardwalk, 1 1/2 miles to the cute town of Capitola and walking distance to the surf beaches and 41st Street. My husband and I biked to Santa Cruz and Capitola. Our daughter and her friends spent a day at the Boardwalk and another day learning how to surf, they had a blast! The house is well maintained, we barbequed and used the hot tub every night!Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
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Great Location and wonderful charm
Great Location and wonderful charm
- Guest Ted Herbert
- Date of stay 07/20/12
- Review Submitted 07/24/12
My friends and I stayed at the beach house while in the Santa Cruz area for a wedding. The location is exceptional and the house is very comfortable. There were three of us here for three nights and we could not have asked for a nicer place to spend a few days. Walking down on Pleasure Point was a real joy and the house has everything you need for a great stay. We used the hot tub two of hte three nights that we were there. Thanks for a great experience.Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
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Best VRBO experience to date!
Best VRBO experience to date!
- Guest Pete
- Date of stay 06/21/10
- Review Submitted 09/23/10
This beach house was an amazing surprise! There was WiFi internet and a laptop waiting upon our arrival. The cabinets were filled with staples and even the outdoor shower and bathroom had fresh spa soap. It was a pleasant surprise to show up to a rental and have everything I would expect in a house of my own, right down to beach cruisers! Very comfortable with a family with kids or two couples. Easy beach access and shopping.Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
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Perfect 4th of July week-end!
Perfect 4th of July week-end!
- Guest alexs
- Date of stay 07/02/10
- Review Submitted 07/07/10
I was looking for a quiet place to show my mother, who is visiting from France, what Californian life is like and for my wife, who is from Costa Rica, to relax a little... and we all loved the house. My mother thought the house was very clean and very nicely decorated. My wife thought the backyard was very well designed (and she a landscape designer, so I guess it's a real compliment). We all loved the seat under the jasmine, the hot tub, and the sunny deck. I loved that I could just pick up my surfboard, walk to the beach, surf one of the nicest break I ever surfed, walk back to the house, and rinse off in the outside shower. I intend to recommend this place to all my friends who are visiting and are looking for an authentic taste of California and hope I can go back soon.Recommended for: Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.
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Great house and location!
Great house and location!
- Guest Cj
- Date of stay 06/11/10
- Review Submitted 06/30/10
My family had a fantastic weekend in Pleasure Point. The house was equipped with everything we needed.. it was so nice not to have to run to the store just for sugar, etc..!! Super location ... we walked 2 blocks to the beach every day and rode the bikes all around Pleasure Point for lunch and shopping... they even had kid bikes with training wheels. The back yard is fantastic... really private with nice outdoor seating and a hot tub right off the deck. We will definitley be back for more good times!Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
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Quaint and Cozy Beach Home
Quaint and Cozy Beach Home
- Guest Larry and Ronni
- Date of stay 07/25/09
- Review Submitted 06/30/10
We spent four days enjoying this beautiful place with our two college age daughters. The house is super cozy and perfect for a family. Great neighborhood! We loved taking walks and bike rides to the beach, Capitola and to 41st Avenue. The home is on a nice quiet street and has a wonderful private back yard with a great hot tub to relax in after a busy day. During our stay we visited the Boardwalk and went to the free Friday night beach concert there which was a lot of fun for all ages. I would definitely recommend this place if you want to enjoy a great time near the beach and feel as comfortable as being at home.Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.
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Cottege
Cottege
- Guest Jay
- Date of stay 05/06/10
- Review Submitted 06/30/10
My family (me, my wife & 4 year old) has stayed here on several occasions. We'll keep coming back to... it's just an easy place to relax, take walks, bike, bbq, etc.. nothing fancy, just easy living for a few days. A big plus for us is that the house and yard are super kid friendly. Also, if you are a dad who surfs, this house couldn't be more perfect.Recommended for: Families with young children.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
$305 | $1813 | $3750 | |||
Additional information about rental rates
NEW RATES FOR 2013 SUMMER AND HOLIDAYS OFF SEASON WEEKLY RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE - CALL FOR PRICES OR SEND EMAIL
Fees:
- CLEANING FEE: $150
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $350
- Tax Rate 9.5%
Cancellation policy:
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2003
About the owner: Eric and Holli Bohren purchased this house in 2003 as a second home. We have refurbished it extensively while keeping the craftsman-sytle charm. Eric is a Cal and UPenn grad, Holli is a Michigan and MIT grad, and we are both executives in technology startups. We have lived all over the U.S. and enjoy travelling overseas. When we are home, we love Pleasure Point the best. Eric and Holli currently live in Burlingame, CA with our two young children, Jackson and Liliana.
Why the Owner Chose Santa Cruz:
Our house is close to some of the best beaches for surfing, fishing, jogging, and playing with the kids. We are also a short walk to the fun shops and restaurants on 41st Ave, and a short bike ride to Capitola Village, where we like to go for dinner.
Pleasure Point has a unique micro climate that has more sun, and less wind, than Aptos and the town of Santa Cruz. 35th Ave is not a through street and so we have very little car traffic.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Our house is exceptionally private and quiet. Our backyard has 8' fences, a 12' ivy, and a jasmin trellis that block neighbors views and noise. Both the front a backyards are fenced in for safety and there is parking in the driveway for two cars.
We enjoying dining on outdoor patio, while listening to music on the indoor/outdoor sound system, and cooking on the gas grill. Our friends love the 5-seat hot tub (36 jets!) and large outdoor shower.
Contact us
- Primary: (831) 818-5843 (California, USA)
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Photos
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Very Sunny and Private Backyard
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Sunny Master bedroom with queen bed that opens up to wood deck and hot tub.
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2nd Bedroom with queen bed
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Patio with Dining Table for 6-8 People and Large Outdoor Shower
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Very Sunny and Private Backyard
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Beach at 35th Ave
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Beach at 35th Ave, about 250 meters from the house
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - kids love it
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Living room section can be pulled together to sleep one guest.
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Dimension One Hot Tub - 5 Seats
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2nd Bedroom Twin Bunk Beds - great for kids or adults
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Back Yard with Night Lighting System
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Cruiser Bikes and Radio Flyer
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Rental Boats for Fishing at Capitola Pier
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Learning to surf at Capitola Beach
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