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La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access

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Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Manresa State Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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La Selva Beach, CA
  • Place, Beer Can Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Manresa State Beach
    ‪3 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

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access

Your backyard is the semiprivate beach and ocean when you’re vacationing at our 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome that sleeps 8. Relax and enjoy the ocean and breathtaking views and beautiful sunset. The road leading to our home is private and our home is located in a very quiet and safe neighborhood.

We are excited to share with you our home which has been featured on the television show Staycation which films unique vacation rentals all around the world. Staycation broadcasts on the Destination Channel which includes NBC & CBS and has earned 7 emmy awards. Our home named Seaclusion has been selected based on it's unique features making it an excellent destination for families looking for a one of a kind home experience to create special lifelong memories.

All three stories of the house overlook the ocean. The top floor has the main bedroom with a king size bed. The second bedroom has 2 queen size beds. Both bedrooms share a bathroom with a shower. There is a washer and dryer available for our guests to use.

The middle floor has a fully equipped kitchen and a living area with a 42 inch flat screen TV with cable & WiFi and a gas fireplace. The dining area is near the kitchen where you can share meals & visit with each other. The outdoor deck has a gas BBQ and seating. There is also a third bedroom with a double bed & an adjacent bathroom with a shower on this level.

On the lower floor there is a large family room with 3 sofas, a flat screen TV and wall to wall sliding glass doors that provide easy access to the beach. It’s a quiet place to read, relax or watch TV.

There are often sightings of dolphins, whales, seals, pelicans diving for fish & migrating birds. You can enjoy collecting seashells on one of Santa Cruz County’s longest semiprivate beaches and take walks on the sand while enjoying the ocean. Some guests enjoy building a fire & roasting marshmallows on the beach while listening to the waves pound against the shore.

It’s a very special beach home with a real home feeling & original artwork created by the owner. We hope you come & enjoy this magical place with your family and friends!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number CO01949
Property # 734396
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

About the neighborhood

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Watsonville Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking.
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La Selva Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Beer Can Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Manresa State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 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

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beer Mule - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aptos St BBQ - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access on Sep 1, 2026 start from $590, 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 La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Beer Can Beach and Manresa State Beach. La Selva Beach is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.

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. 68 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danitza A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So beautiful from the moment we stepped in the door!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need and more!The views are amazing and great beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a terrific property right on the beach! Immaculately clean and wonderful entertainment options like streaming and premium channels available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful secluded townhome on the beach! Morning walks with coffee and tons of sand dollars. Never more than a dozen or so people on the beach. Going to sleep to the crashing of the waves. Also, driving distance to Santa Cruz and Monterrey. It was a perfect girls weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space especially in living area. Great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The overall experience was amazing, steps from the beach, beautiful house and a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was quick to respond to questions. Nice place to unwind and enjoy the beach life.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was helpful when we had a issue restarting the fireplace. Fantastic location and accommodations. Can't beat the beach and closeness to surrounding shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Family S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your property was very nice! Cannot beat the location right on the beach with unobstructed ocean views. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets each evening while on the patio. A couple of suggestions to make the property absolutely perfect: better curtains in bedrooms and more middle family room to keep sun out during hot afternoons, bigger fans and bigger throw pillows on couch. Otherwise it was awesome and we’ll be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Govind K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! Such a peaceful, cozy vibe. The views were incredible, and we had it from 3 different floors. The beach was pristine, and stretched far in either direction. The house itself was clean, and the kitchen was really well stocked. The bathrooms were so spacious, something I personally appreciate. The owners were really responsive to ensure we had a comfortable stay. We drove around to Capitola and Santa Cruz several times during our stay. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was pretty much as advertised. I am not sure if we got "lucky" with the weather, but it was perfect weather which made the stay exceptionally nice. The pros of the location included the semi-private beach (i.e. no crowds), the sunsets, well-equipped kitchen, ability to have a fire on the beach, and the responsiveness of the owner.Things to consider if you are thinking of booking include (i) if stairs are hard for members of your party, it could be a challenge and (ii) if you are wanting restaurants/stores within walking distance, this is not necessarily an ideal location. When the largest complaint was that sometimes the waves crashing were a bit loud to sleep when the windows were open ;-), it is a good spot to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in La Sevla Beach. Could not have asked for better weather! Space was as described in the listing. Perfect for our group of 6 adults and 2 children. Lots of steps, keep that in mind if you have anyone who might find this challenging. Great location and almost private beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view and location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tbears Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful sunset view and dolphin sighting, easy pathway to walk on the beach.Host responded quickly with instructions for the fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

martin n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean view!! Great sunsets
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property right on the beach. Easy communication with host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime K.

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

Great Location right on the beach

Great location, clean, plenty of room for our group of 5. Had everything we needed for an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yien S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of the ocean were amazing. Cannot beat sleeping and relaxing to the sounds of the waves. The most calming and soothing to the soul.The condo was clean, well equipped and spacious for 8 of us ladies. It was GREAT and will definitely book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This is a very nice condo with comfortable beds, two nice bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen. With ocean views and direct access to the beach it is the perfect place to stay in the Santa Cruz area. We are looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya W.

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

Amazing property!

Beautiful property, spacious and well equipped. Perfect location. Very responsive owner and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Family trip

Family trip
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renjith Ragil R.

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

Beautiful getaway !

Beautiful property in a clean and pleasant location. The house was super clean, nicely equipped and has everything you need as a family. We even extended the stay by a night and enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

A wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay. We really enjoyed the home and its location. The beach access was easy going. My family and I are looking to book this again…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 10, 2024
Jennifer it was a pleasure hosting you. Enjoy. Michael
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

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

Girls Weekend

Great quiet location. Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Wedding get away.

Great stay for a wedding
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Ford

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I'm a metal sculptor who started my new career late in life at age 58. I've been working as a welder of recycled metal for over 25 years with no plans to stop any time soon. I have used my creativity to make our beach house a unique vacation home.

Why they chose this property

It's a rare and beautiful place where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. You have a rare and spectacular panoramic ocean view where the sky and ocean join in a magnificent expanse of blue that goes as far as the eye can see.

The house has been recently renovated, and contains unique, original art that has been created by the owner.

I'm a lover of the wondrous ocean. Every time I'm at our beautiful home and go out on the deck to see the spectacular view of the water, I'm always amazed.

The sunsets are breathtakingly beautiful. Many people use this time of day to build a bon- fire which are legal at our semi private beach, have an outdoor picnic and roast marshmallows..

It a unique place to live, enjoy, connect, explore and relax..

What makes this property unique

This remarkable home is in a small, quiet community with an expansive, semiprivate beach where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. It is also near many interesting activities, should you want to venture out on a day trip or two. It is located just south of Santa Cruz and north of Monterey, both interesting tourist attractions, with many venues of interest between these locations.

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