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A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Capitola, CA
  • Place, Esplanade Park Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Other (See Description)

1 Twin Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!

Notice ... The city of Capitola and our home have survived the storms and are up and running well!!

This wonderful home in the quaint seaside town of Capitola will remind you of being in a small village in Italy. Brand new Queen bed in one bedroom and a super comfortable double in the 2nd bedroom. Brand new Murphy bed in the living room sleeps two.

It has a personal boat dock with (2)kayaks and a Paddleboard to use at your leisure. Or you can Kick on the deck and look out onto the beautiful Soquel Creek and observe nature.

Wonder down to the beach and enjoy the surf and the sun.

BBQ on the deck and watch the ducks meander by as you sip a glass of wine from one of the local wineries. Or just relax and read your favorite book in the privacy of your secure deck.

The lush green surroundings are breathtaking. If you feel the desire for shopping or dining out, the downtown and Esplanade are only a two-minute river walk away.

Enjoy the food and entertainment at the world-famous Shadow Brooke Restaurant!

No matter what you choose to do it will all be within walking distance of your front door.

We provide 1 parking spaces in front of the garage, May be extra parking when available.

There is 2 parking space from 11/1 to 5/30
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We are very pet friendly!! Our pet fee is per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
"Please review ALL house rules before booking your stay. We will verify ALL reservation details 72hrs after the booking."

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Capitola

Located in Capitola, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Capitola, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Historical Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Capitola Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hooper Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!! on May 1, 2026 start from $419, 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 A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Capitola Historical Museum and Capitola Beach. Capitola Mercantile and Esplanade Park Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 306 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay for a short weekend. Great walking distance to stores and restaurant's.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place little small for six people but awesome location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location hard to beat to be so close to town and beach but also feel removed from all the hustle on the river. Appreciated the comfy beds, useful kitchen and overall care put into this little slice! Look forward to when we can return again in sunny weather
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve was a great host. The home needs one grab bar in the shower, cookie sheet for the over, more absorbing dish towels for the kitchen, wash cloths in the bathroom, batteries, door mats for both doors inside, dish drainers for the kitchen.
Nice walking path
Dog friendly
Nice beach close buy
Walkway right in front of house
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All worked for us, close to town but quiet. Love the deck and trail along the River!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deck was great for meals, bottle of wine, reading, and enjoying watching the people and dogs walk by. View of the river was peaceful. TVs were good. Fireplace was great. Only a couple of minutes to walk to Capitola on the beach and great restaurants there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

becky b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and the comfort of our cozy stay in Capitola.
Stayed 19 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kent C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location.Sitting on the back deck on that beautiful creek was so nice.The house is everything you see in the photos and a really nice efficient floor plan with very private bedrooms.Despite being efficient, the bedrooms are nicely separated and private from one another.Potential improvements:The kitchen details were under-whelming and we needed to get some basics like a kitchen sponge and various small food items that I've come to expect in the cupboards of a short-term rental. These are cheap and easy so why not stock them.There were a few somewhat unkept details that seemed like a low-effort on-site manager/staff (tools left out, boats and paddles found here and there.To future guests:The view and creek experience is better than pictured.Bring your favorite spices, sweeteners, cooking oils, etc and a kitchen sponge and you'll thoroughly enjoy this place.Also, budget some time on check-out to do a full laundry wash-and-dry of sheets and linens per the house manual (despite the cleaning fee). I've not had that expectation before so good to know ahead of time.Cheers!Would I go back - absolutely, but simple details could make it better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed at 3 other properties on the creek and this was by far the cleanest and most comfortable. It was perfect for the three of us for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

diane k.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
The location was perfect. I was unhappy with the kitchen. Coffee machine was unusable the toaster was super old and only had one kitchen towel, no rags or cleaning supplies so I could wipe tables down. All the glasses and dishes had a bad smell it all smelled like vinegar. No broom so I could sweep the deck all the cushions on the patio furniture were very dirty.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right along the river. House was cute and quaint; a two-minute walk to the restaurants and beach. Unfortunately the area rug smelled like dog pee & there was dog hair on the couches; but the owner was very responsive and had the cleaning crew come by to assist during our stay. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at this ideal location and intend to return again. It truly is a slice of heaven and the host is delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location - with the patio overlooking the Soquel river; easy walking distance to the town of Capitola and the beach; and folks walking by the patio and being friendly made us feel part of the community. We enjoyed our 4 night stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture perfect spot for relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith & Irene N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, great location,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location could not be any better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and adorable home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pete R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
incredible location. quick walk to the beach and the village. Excellent restaurants. Highly recommend "Shadowbrook" just across the river.We had no idea the annual Wine and Arts festival was happening this weekend. Great time!Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Amazing spot!

Great location and comfortable cottage in the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tru You Consulting, LLC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a slice of Heaven! The path to downtown Capitola by the river was great and it was so close to the beach! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip. Walking distance to restaurants. Pet friendly. Very clean. Steve was a nice guy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marti E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here, accommodations were clean, comfortable & great location! We met the owner upon move in who eas very welcoming & friendly! The door code eas easy to use. The view was fantastic & sitting on the deck, over- looking the water,was very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! Bigger than it looked in the pictures, and things seemed new and/or well cared for. The porch was our fav place to hang out, and we loved being walking distance to the Village. Steve was super kind and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steve Owens

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I am a local Realtor and I specialize in beach rental property and can be reached at (408)644-5017

Why they chose this property

Capitola is a cute boutique Village with that old world charm with stores and restaurants to match. Visiting this little town is new and exciting every time you go.

There are a million of things to do in Capitola and the surrounding area!! Enjoy the local live music, festivals and many special events.

What makes this property unique

It has all the amenities one could want and more!!

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