5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House

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A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa set, a dining table, and a kitchen with white cabinetry and a dishwasher.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble island, and stainless steel appliances.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of the beach.
A wooden outdoor shower enclosure with a door, a showerhead, and a towel hanging on a hook.
A modern interior with a staircase, wooden flooring, and a sign reading "SANTA CRUZ".

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Pleasure Point Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, 38th Avenue Beach Access
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room - Upstairs

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Guest - Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Master - Upstairs

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom - Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath - Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Outdoor shower

Vanity Bath - Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Moran Lake Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cole's BBQ - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Kaito - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at 5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House?

As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House on Nov 8, 2026 start from $726, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Minute Shortcut to the Beach with This Resort-like Pleasure Point House located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Moran Lake Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 191 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great house close to beach. Owners were very nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! The house is less than half a mile from the beach, making it a perfect walk in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. It’s very pet‑friendly, and the office workstation with an extra monitor in the master bedroom was incredibly helpful while I prepped for a final and finished a paper. We loved it so much we stayed an extra night, and the hosts were wonderfully accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stocked with everything you need. House is beautiful and host was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with the location and the overall house. we had s great stay. the kitchen was very nice and the rooftop deck was the cherry on top.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and modern. Location was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, well kept, and in a decent area but was shocked at the amount of rules in their pamphlet and throughout their house. One of the rules was washing towels before leaving which when I texted the owners that I could not find the laundry detergent, their response was “there isn’t any which the housekeeper should of alerted us but didn’t, our apologies “. We ended up purchasing laundry detergent. While small feel at the price point of the rental this shouldn’t have been overlooked. Overall a nice vacation rental and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay! Perfect in every way!
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this property. The location is terrific, the living area is spacious and comfortable, and the kitchen is well stocked. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood and to the beach. I especially enjoyed the rooftop deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great, he St was very communitive
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place, amenities! Easy access to the beach. Host was very nice and accommodating. We had a great weekend with friends and kids together. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very close to the beach and seemed very well suited for our family. We had a great time and created many lasting memories. Thank you Jon for reaching out and checking with us after today’s little quake. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Newly remodeled in a great location. Offered everything we needed for beach days and kitchen is well-stocked. Our family had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The house, decor, and location exceeded expectations. The owner's communication included. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway close to beach

Perfect house for families and friends getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away!

Fantastic property and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week, great location!

Really great place! We all enjoyed the location and accommodations. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautiful inside and out it had beautiful beach view from the balcony and the top floor. It is very spacious and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the very best VRBO homes I have ever stayed at. Everything you could possibly ask for and more. Best location, wonderful attentive hosts. Beautiful home, comfortable beds, large well stocked kitchen, lovely fireplace. It felt like home. I will be staying there again soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasure Point

Clean, spacious, excellent location, near beach in lovely, quiet neighborhood. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jon and Emily were great hosts and quick to reply to questions. I would stay again. Thanks Jon and Emily
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Santa Cruz Get-away

Property was clean with everything we needed for a relaxing weekend with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Santa Cruz

The property was super convenient to everything we needed - the beach, restaurants, and shopping. The house was clean and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very spacious, clean, and well stocked with all the essentials! My family and I stayed the weekend, and we were able to spend quality time together while enjoying home cooked meals. The beach was super close by and made for a relaxing morning stroll.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot. Close to beach.

Very nice property. The roof top area is a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

We had a great time! The house was a perfect resting point after sightseeing all day. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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