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Jul 11, 2025
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vanessa b.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025
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Library by the Sea - 2BR home in beautiful Capitola
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Deck or patio
- Free WiFi
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Library by the Sea - 2BR home in beautiful Capitola
Beach living awaits you at this 2-bedroom, 2 bath house. This unique property is located on 3 levels giving it a large feeling in a small footprint. The furnishings and décor are curated from many travels to the flea markets of Paris and envelop you in a feeling of a home away from home. Above all, the location to just about everything you could want is just a short walk in either direction. Walk 5 minutes down the hill to experience Capitola Village with it's captivating beach, restaurants and shops. Or walk a few minutes up the street to satisfy your cravings at the epic Gayles Bakery or the Capitola Produce and Fish Market. Walking distance to Nob Hill, CVS, Peets, post office...just about anything you need. Easy access to Hwy 1 for those days that you may want to explore more of the Santa Cruz county offerings. 2 parking spaces and free parking on Capitola Avenue.
30-days or more only per Capitola Village ordinance.
30-days or more only per Capitola Village ordinance.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4545064
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
About the neighborhood
Capitola
Capitola is home to this vacation home. 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.
Capitola, CA
What's nearby
- Capitola Historical Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Capitola Mercantile - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Capitola Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Capitola Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Hooper Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
- Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - 2 min walk
- Shadowbrook - 13 min walk
- Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants - 8 min walk
- Zelda's on the Beach - 9 min walk
- Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Library by the Sea - 2BR home in beautiful Capitola pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Library by the Sea - 2BR home in beautiful Capitola?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Library by the Sea - 2BR home in beautiful Capitola?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Library by the Sea - 2BR home in beautiful Capitola located?
Situated in Capitola, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Capitola Historical Museum and Capitola Beach. Capitola Mercantile and Capitola Wharf are also within 10 minutes.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Lindsay Hayes
My husband and I live in Chicago part -time but are now able to call Capitola home. I grew up in the area and now we both love everything it has to offer.
Why they chose this property
This was my mother's house since she found it under construction in 1998. She owned Paper Parade which was located next to Gayle's Bakery for 20 years so this area has been very special to me most of my life.
What makes this property unique
All of my mother's beautiful things still reside in the home. You will find vintage trinkets on display from her many travels abroad and specifically the flea markets of Paris. Please treat them with care!
Languages:
English, German, Spanish
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