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Family and pet friendly close to beaches. SC Rental Permit 241396

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a lamp, and a door leading to a balcony.
A bedroom with a tufted headboard, striped bedding, a window with a view of trees, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A blue bicycle with a wicker basket parked on a green lawn.
A white stove with four burners and a range hood above it.
A wooden console table with a large mirror, a vase with white flowers, and a small decorative bowl.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.

  • 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
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, 38th Avenue Beach Access
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family and pet friendly close to beaches. SC Rental Permit 241396

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 6-person hot tub.

We continually refurbish our beach house inside and out, while keeping its original bungalow charm. We have top of the line appliances (LG fridge, front loader washer/dryer), an indoor/outdoor Bose stereo system, and we have high speed internet, local HDTV, and Netflix. There is room for 4 people to sleep on beds, and in addition, we have space for 1 adult on the couch, 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, kids bikes, helmets, a red wagon, boogie boards, beginner surf boards, beach chairs/umbrella, plus hammock in the backyard.

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, Family Home, Hot tub, Beach access, bikes, surfboards, pet friendly, kid friendly
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

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: limit 2 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 309695
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Capitola Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cole's BBQ - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family and pet friendly close to beaches. SC Rental Permit 241396 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family and pet friendly close to beaches. SC Rental Permit 241396?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family and pet friendly close to beaches. SC Rental Permit 241396?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family and pet friendly close to beaches. SC Rental Permit 241396 located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of 38th Avenue Beach Access and Monterey Bay. The Hook and Pleasure Point Park are also within 15 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 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our favorite little beach getaway stay

We’ve been coming for years and it’s always the best place! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, nice house, all the amenities

Host was responsive and friendly, house was well appointed and comfortable. We had everything we needed, and hot tub is clean. A really great location for walking, biking and as a base came for exploring Santa Cruz, Monterey and the surrounding areas.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasure Point

Perfect surfing snd biking Thanksgiving destination!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 6, 2024
Glad your family had a great stay at Camp Osa!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this. Very comfortable and cozy. Perfect for our surfing family. I am already thinking of coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house in a great neighborhood

This house has everything you need for a trip to the ocean. Great location as the ocean is just a couple of blocks down the street. The fully fenced front and back yards were perfect for our 9 year old golden retriever to enjoy. The back yard dining area, the Adirondack chairs on the patio....just what we needed on this trip. Inside was perfect for us. And their meaninful art pieces make this house a notch above a bland rental. Can't wait to go back.
Lounging in the front yard
Enjoying the view from the back patio
Relaxing at the rear dining area
Grapes are looking good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2025
So glad you had a wonderful visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glad to be back at Camp Oso!

This is the perfect location in my honest opinion- it’s the best neighborhood in Santa Cruz! The house is welcoming and stocked with everything you need. Eric and Carol are excellent hosts and quick to respond with anything we needed. Our dog loved the yard and her daily walks to the beach and it was such a treat to have her with us. Vacationing with your dog is the best!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great thanksgiving stay!

The house is beautiful in a great location in Pleasure point neighborhood! It has everything you could want for entertaining: hot tub, gas grill, Traeger smoker, fireplace, great living room, outdoor dining. Open space fenced in is perfect for dogs. The pictures are accurate, but it’s better in person. Owner was extremely kind and responsive. Thank you for an amazing stay, it’s one my family will remember!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cute bungalow with excellent location

We were a party of four adults and a dog. The house is very well situated, just a few blocks from the beach. It has a nice driveway that fits two cars. The hot tub was a nice treat at the end of the day. I was concerned upon arrival when I saw the beautiful antique stove, but it worked perfectly! We had a nice thanksgiving weekend here and we look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
Thank You. The owner Loves our clients to enjoy the hominess and functionality of the house. The location in regards to closeness to every thing fun yet still a neighborhood is special to Pleasure Point
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful surf weekend

We had a great long weekend and surfing getaway. The house is a perfect location, just a few blocks from Pleasure Point. The yard is terrific, a lovely spot to hang out and visit or relax, as well as spacious and well designed for surf gear -- the outdoor shower is brilliant. There are a number of great places to eat in walking distance and a good cafe just 5 minutes away. The house was very comfortable for two couples and one child. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
Thank you very much appreciated. And, love that you enjoyed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family getaway

We instantly felt at home and relaxed when we got to Camp Oso! Great location and stocked with everything we needed. We are a family of 5 and there was plenty of room to spread out. The hot tub was lovely and super clean. The hammock and porch swing added to the relaxed vibe and the lawn games were great for some family fun. Nightly walks with our dog along the cliffs was a highlight along with surfing down in Capitola. Some of our favorite restaurants were in walking distance and shopping is always fantastic along 41st street. We can’t wait to come back to Camp Oso!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Violas birthday holiday

Very nice outdoor accommodations with front yard and backyard usable for young children. Outdoor seating for eating was very comfortable. son-in-law and father-in-law relaxed in the hot tub. Tons of toys for the young kids to play with. Kitchen, living room and bedrooms worked perfect for our family size. Close to coffee shops and the surf, beaches, science, center walking distance to tacos that were delicious. Very enjoyable would love to come back and make this an annual trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location!

The backyard is amazing with an outdoor shower, hot tub and hammock. It’s a dream! And everything you could need for the beach with bikes, surf boards, beach equipment, etc. This house had very comfortable beds! The master felt more like a full bed than a queen, but still very comfy! We never used the indoor shower, looked very small and we’re 6ft so we would have had to bend to get our heads to get wet, but pretty typical for beach houses in this area. Location is amazing, quick walk to watch the surfers at pleasure point and great coffee shops. Love the fenced in yard (front and back) especially with our dog and toddler. Would love to come back! The owner was very nice, but check in was a little confusing. The property manager said to text for the front door code (not sure why they wouldn’t just give it to us), and then we couldn’t get a hold of her and it was past check in time. Overall great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
So sorry for delay in check in. My apologies no excuses. Carol
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great location and yard

I stayed here with my 20 year old daughter for a week while we moved her into an apartment downtown. We came from across country and after a long travel day did not enjoy having to track down the property manager for the door code, which we got after the 3:00 check in time. This is u professional. A couple of things about the home: all of the windows were unlocked when we arrived. Additionally the door from the master to the backyard was broken. It did not lock and the indoor handle fell completely off when touched. Both of these things made me question the safety. Finally, there was an ant problem in the bathroom- luckily owner had ant spray available which I used several times. There were cobwebs in corners inside - made me wonder how clean it was. The home is old and while everything works, some areas are in clear need of replacing. With that out of the way, lots of good too! House felt spacious and beds were comfy. Awesome to have driveway parking! The yard is amazing. I have stayed in Santa Cruz several times and this house by far has the most “amenities”. The hot tub was clean and spacious. There were loads of bikes and boards. Nice clean laundry room with full sized appliances. Great water pressure in shower. Location cannot be beat. Super quiet and private due to the thoughtful fencing and landscaping. While I loved the location and yard, I likely would not stay here again. Solid communication and property ate a must for me.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Beach Bungalow!

Thank you Beach house for making our trip a success. The location was great, excellent communication from the owner/manager. Great tips on things to do etc. House was fully stocked for beach days and more!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasure Point perfection

Location, location, location! This great little beach shack is located within easy walking distance of East Cliff walkway, beaches, surfing, coffee, food, shops, fitness and more. We loved being able to get to everything by foot or by the bikes provided on site. The beach house is small, charming and homey. We enjoyed the outdoor shower and clean hot tub. Any questions we had were quickly and patiently answered. We hope to retire to the beach life someday and this gave us a perfect taste of what that would be like. And yes, it was perfection!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage near the ocean

The house was perfect and the owner was easy to work with. The house comes with everything you could possibly want. It’s like being at home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Beach House in an incredible neighborhood

We loved everything about this house. The owner is awesome, the neighborhood is so darling with lots of kids and super close beach access, and it's very close to lots of great dining and the Capitola Village shops. Can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
That’s the way we like it. Glad you and yours enjoys Best Part of Santa Cruz
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love this bungalow for our annual surf vacation

We’re a surfing family of 5 and this bungalow has everything we need — a hot outdoor shower, hot tub and close proximity to our favorite surf breaks. We also love having access to the beach cruisers so we can tool around town like locals. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Pleasure Point House!

We have had such a wonderful time at this lovely home. It’s the perfect beach house, within walking distance to great Surfing waves, amazing coffee and food, and Beautiful walks along East Cliff Dr. The owner is so helpful and the house is well stocked with anything you might need. We loved staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic.

My wife and I loved this place. There are lots of bikes and surfboards and an out door shower for when you come back from surfing... but to be honest- we loved the hot tub. The house is cozy and has everything you want. Couple blocks from great coffee, couple of blocks from Pleasure Point. It's in a terrific and quiet neighborhood that is amazing to walk around.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Retreat at Pleasure Point

We really enjoyed our brief weekend stay at this cozy, comfortable property. The backyard is a wonderful place to relax, so calming and quiet. The neighborhood has a funky surf town vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful home

We really enjoyed our stay. The home was comfortable, clean, and beautiful. The hot tub is fantastic! It’s great that they have bikes and surfboards you can use as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Our family enjoyed the outside shower/the spa. Loved all UC Bear trinkets.

We enjoyed our stay extremely, just to let you know of a few things: The house had a slight gas smell, when we arrived and the stove was warm like if it was left on, texted management they said it was checked by PG&E so we were fine after knowing that. The hammock was torn from one side we didn’t get to enjoy it, afraid if we sat on it the hammock would tear completely off. The stove top filter, should be replace or cleaned, it in bad shape. A lot of build up lint, dirt and grease. Pretty gross... I did let management know about the above issues. The bunk beds are not comfortable at all, too hard for teens, kids preferred to sleep on the couch. Could not get the outside speakers to work either. Not a big deal but it would have been fun to have the music playing thru the house. These are minor details that are easily fixed. I would love to stay here again. We did have a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
Thanks for thoughtful feedback. I have carbon monoxide and fire alarms throughout the house. The antique Wedgwood stove does run warm on pilot and is normal. I’ve made some new notes inside to find spare hammock and how to use indoor/outdoor bose system. Thanks again. We are always improving!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic beach house for surfers

My family of 5 stayed here for 5 wonderful nights and we can't wait to return. My 3 kids (ages 12, 10 and 8) absolutely loved this bungalow. We walked to our favorite surf break every morning, and returned to the wonderful hot shower and hot tub every afternoon. Now we can't have it any other way! The house had beach cruisers for all 5 of us, and we felt like locals riding along the coast and to the nearby coffee shops. We had everything we could ever want for our surf vacation. The owner very thoughtfully placed notes and instructions throughout the house, which made it easy to navigate. It was comfortable, clean and perfect for a family surf vacation. We will book it again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
Thank you and family for your kind review. Of Course, you are able to book again just go to VRBO website. Pleasure Point is Special To all us Santa Cruzans and to those that get to enjoy even if only for a moment fall in love with it. Respectfully Owner
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location & amenities!

We chose this property because of the location to the beach and boardwalk, along with the enclosed back and front yards since we have 2 small children. The beach was in walking distance but not much area for "sand play" (but still beautiful) and boardwalk was a short drive. The front and back yards are immaculate and we spent most of our time outdoors enjoying the grass and hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2023
Thank You. Happy that Guests are able to enjoy the Pleasures of Pleasure Point. Come Again.

About the host

Hosted by Carol

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I purchased this as a second home in 2003 because I loved coming down to Santa Cruz on the weekends to surf and hang out with family and friends. I've refinished my 1948 house inside and out while keeping the original charm, like the original cedar floors, hand scalloped beams, and Wedgewood stove.

Why they chose this property

Our house is close to some of the best beaches for surfing, fishing, jogging, and playing with kids and dogs. 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.

What makes this property unique

Our house is exceptionally private and quiet. Our backyard has 10' fences, jasmin and passion flower trellises that block neighbors views. Both the front a backyards are fenced in for safety and there is parking in the driveway for two cars. We have a dog friendly front and backyard with top quality artificial turf.

We enjoying dining on outdoor patio, while listening to music on the indoor/outdoor sound system, and cooking on the gas grill. There is a restaurant grade gas heater above the patio table to keep you cozy on a chilly night. Our friends love the 6-seat hot tub, hammock, and large outdoor shower.

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