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Awesome oceanfront on the Sand!

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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La Selva Beach, CA
  • Place, Manresa State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Beer Can Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, La Selva Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Awesome oceanfront on the Sand!

Our 1750 sq ft tri-level beach house that was completely remodeled in 2007 is located just south of Aptos & Seascape Resort, approximately 12 miles south of Santa Cruz. Permit #251244. Our 2 bedroom sleeps 6, if you have guests the total may not exceed 8. It offers a panoramic oceanview with 15 miles of sandy beach. You can enjoy your coffee watching the dolphins & surfers and then watch the sunset from your deck. You have direct access to the beach and campfires are permitted until 10pm.

The gourmet kitchen of granite & stainless, is well stocked with cooking utensils and staples (spices, oils, etc) anything you may have forgotten.
Ample paper products (paper towels,toilet paper) are also supplied. Hair Dryers in 2 bathrooms.

The beds are already made up and waiting. Please bring your own bath & beach towels as they are not provided. This is our home away from home that we invite you to share and we do take great care maintaining it and believe that you will have everything you need for a perfect stay. For our guests protection, we have installed a security camera that cover the front driveway.






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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no fires or open flames of any kind are permitted on the deck. Fires are permitted on the beach only until 10pm.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 234127
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 and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Watsonville Center for the Arts and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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La Selva Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Manresa State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Beer Can Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Selva Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 21 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 39 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Mule - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aptos St BBQ - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome oceanfront on the Sand! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Awesome oceanfront on the Sand!?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Awesome oceanfront on the Sand! on May 11, 2026 start from $753, 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 Awesome oceanfront on the Sand!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome oceanfront on the Sand!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Awesome oceanfront on the Sand! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville vacation home is just steps from Beer Can Beach and Manresa State Beach. La Selva Beach is 1 mi (1.5 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. 206 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place and thr location is phenomenal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this house. Beautiful views of the ocean. All the amenities you need everything you need to make a nice meal. The host Beth Anne was amazing. My second time there.
On the beach at sunset
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 9, 2026
So glad you had a great time! Please come back anytime Shelley!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

art w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location. Great sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
Glad you had fun! Please come back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First, the location is amazing! The weather was exceptional for January and we enjoyed many walks on the beach. There is nothing like going to sleep listening to the ocean. The host reached out to me a few days prior with details of the house and stay and was very responsive. The property is very comfortable, with plenty of kitchen and bedroom space. Everything was clean and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
So glad you had a great time! Please come back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Love this place!

I've stayed here many times, absolutely love the location and the place is great. We had the best vacation and will book every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

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

Beautiful setting, perfect house

Had a great stay for a nearby family event. What a beautiful setting, convenient location, and perfect house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2025
So glad you had a great time! Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Great Beach retreat

Great location for family trip! Comfortable beds, beautiful view of ocean, fully stocked kitchen, quiet location right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was simple, great kitchen, living space is spacious, comfortable and gives you direct access to the balcony and amazing beach, ocean and sky views. This is our 5th year and we’re planning on going back again next year. We love this home and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive host, beautiful views, well-equipped kitchen. Perfect floor plan for 7 adults. Lots of games. Central living area. It was wonderful to just go outside and walk along the beach. Rainy but with enough sunny time to get outside. Best place to start 2026! We would definitely return. Many thanks to the hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
Thanks Julie! Glad you had fun. Please come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice beach house. I rent beach houses once a year I pick good locations like this. The beachy decor gives a great atmosphere. The set up in the kitchen was very good quality. We loved it got fabulous pictures of my son and his 11 month old daughter. I won’t see them for a year. So it was perfect family time.
My Son and Granddaughter. I chose this place to get private quiet family time as I won’t see them for a year.
Last year we sent my brother who died out to sea. We did a memorial.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
Awesome! Please come back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia D.

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

Girls trip

This was our annual girls trip at this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This our third year spending our family vacation in the home. It fits us well! And you can’t beat the location if you are looking for some great beach time! Love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bibi H.

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

Amazing vacation

We had an amazing experience and we were able to spend quality time with the family in this beautiful house. The view is absolutely stunning and we also saw dolphins from the deck which was also a big plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Family stay for beach time

Second time staying and we loved it! Thank you, Beth!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 2, 2025
Awesome Stacy! Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

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

Oceanfront property review.

We really enjoyed our stay at the property. Access was quick and easy and the property was ready for our visit. We enjoyed the quick access to the beach and the lovely sunsets it presented
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice. Direct access to the beach. The duckies were a fun addition. The only thing I found not great was the ice in the freezer. Needed to be defrosted. I would definitely return.
First night's sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
Thanks Shelley we have noticed it gets left ajar occasionally! Glad you had a nice stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Great family trip!

We’ve been coming here for years!! It’s so comfortable and love just being steps away from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 1, 2025
Glad you had a great time Julie!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Nice 4 bedroom

Our family had a great a stay. We loved walking the beach and the house was very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin & Julie D.

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

Great place and layout

We love it here and have been coming for years. The layout is perfect and the location on the beach is amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2022
So happy you had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Annual Girl’s Trip

This is our 4th year staying at this property. We have already booked it for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Always love coming here!

We always enjoy our stay here. It’s our annual anniversary trip with our family and the layout is perfect for groups!! Easy access to the beach and the owners are always very accommodating!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2023
Thanks Julie! We love having you, so glad you had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

Exceptional location

Had a beautiful stay right on the beach with epic views. Very comfortable house with four bedrooms. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Fantastic Stay

Our families absolutely loved this house. The location can’t be beat. We had a blast and even got to watch some dolphins flip around while we sipped our coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 2, 2025
So glad you saw the dolphins Jessica! You're welcome anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Winter Beach Getaway

This unit is right next to the beach, with the sound of crashing wave to send you to sleep every night. There are tons of rooms for an extended family beach vacation. We had a great time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

We loved being here!

Our family has stayed here many times and we always have a relaxing and refreshing time. We loved the walks on the beach and the beautiful sunsets from the deck. And the owner is great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2023
Thanks so much! We are so happy to have to anytime!!

About the host

Hosted by Beth Ann Whalen Utecht

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My husband and I dreamed of having a place on the coast for as long as I can remember. We invite you to bring your family to our home and enjoy all the wonderful things the Monterey Coast has to offer.

Why they chose this property

We chose La Selva Beach because of its close proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area where our family and friends are located.

What makes this property unique

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
State Park Beach walk
Cement ship
Quaint little town of Capitola
Moss Landing Bird Santuary
Monterey Bay Fishermens Wharf, Cannery Row, Aquarium,
Numerous golf courses
17 Mile Drive
Carmel, shops, galleries
Wineries multiple locations

Languages:

English

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