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Ohana

Holiday home with kitchen, near Monterey Bay

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Ohana

Summary:

Welcome to O'Hana - a taste of Hawaii in Santa Cruz! This is a beautiful single level 3 bedroom, 3 bath house featuring a beautiful back yard and hot tub.



The Space:

Welcome to Ohana - a taste of Hawaii in Santa Cruz!  NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023!



Located in central Santa Cruz and less than a 10 minute walk from Cowell's Beach, the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf and the Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk - you can park your vehicle and walk everywhere from this well- designed artisan's retreat.  However, consider this your fair warning:  you may not want to wander too far from this property!  Instantly impressive as you step through the front door and meet with the rich entertainer's kitchen, African wood flooring and designer décor - the real pull of this property comes from the sunny lanai and the well designed indoor and outdoor layout.  The comfortable patio seating, putting green, and a free-form bocce ball court. The tranquil and lush gardens BEG you to fire up the BBQ early and spend your evenings relaxing in the backyard.



This single level floor plan has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including the spacious master suite which features private access to the hot tub. Ohana has quality amenities throughout and is cozy and warm with old-world finishes including three fireplaces,  limestone floors, and an inviting lanai that transitions seamlessly to the backyard. This home easily accommodates two to three families traveling together and is a wonderful home for sharing holiday or summer vacation memories.



Ohana means "family" in Hawaiian - and what better way to create memories with loved ones than at a lovely vacation rental reminiscent of Hawaii, but located in the heart of Santa Cruz.



Additional Pet fees do apply, per pet. Dogs must not exceed 45lbs and must be more than 1 year old. If you feel your situation regarding your pet warrants reconsideration of these guidelines, please contact the Beachnest office.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Main Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Lane Supply - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Makai Island Kitchen - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ohana pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Ohana?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ohana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ohana located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cowell's Beach, Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Santa Cruz Main Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the home was well equipped. Would definitely recommend to others. Slept 8 comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the luxurious Ohana. Everything was perfectly clean and comfortable. Perfect location for a family with walking distance to beach and boardwalk. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Ohana house was amazing!

Such a beautiful house with every amenity and walkable to boardwalk. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Super fun trip

We had a wonderful stay. Our daughter attends UC Santa Cruz and we were there for the weekend to see her. Really enjoyed the mini golf and hot tub. Beautiful cozy home with lots of charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Perfect family spot

This house was the perfect home base for our extended family visit to Santa Cruz for our daughter’s graduation. It was well appointed with everything we needed and more! We loved relaxing and playing games in the beautiful backyard. The putting green was so fun! The host was very responsive and welcoming. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johann A.

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

Fun getaway with family

Close to boardwalk but not noisy. We ran on the trail to the light house every day, walked to restaurants and threw plastic axes in the backyard. Perfect setup for the 8 of us. Thanks for hosting
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy d.

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

Great location, beautiful house

Once settled in you can walk to everything! We did not have nice weather during our stay, so we did drive more than expected, but the boardwalk and many restaurants are a quick walk from the house. We were cozy inside with several fireplaces and we played some games in the large backyard. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Birthday fun for Nana

Thank you for opening up your beautiful cozy home to us! You have provided everything we would have needed! All the beds were cozy, living room couches were very cozy too!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shep M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location can't be beat. It's a short 2 or 3 block walk from the pier. The house has ample parking - easy to fit 2 or 3 cars in the driveway. The host made everything so simple - everything was on the app, from the WiFi code, to information about the property. The house was super well appointed - for example, a great coffee machine and plenty of filters. Awesome back yard to hang out in, and a big hot tub (very private) as well as an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Great TVs, strong WiFi signal, super comfortable beds, awesome towels (thick and plush). This place really feels like you are staying at your best friend's vacation home - not a rental. This place has my highest recommendation. I've stayed here twice now and I love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Della B.

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

Annual trip spent at Ohana

Our annual trip to Santa Cruz was made even better when we stayed at the Ohana property. Wow!!! Kudos to the owners and management team. Location was awesome to Dream Inn, downtown, and of course, the boardwalk! The property was outstanding. Each parent(s) had their own room and bathroom and the young adults/teens were able to share rooms conveniently. Kitchen is very well stocked in terms of pans and utensils. There are different seating areas inside as well as outside the house where you can be social or solitary. The hot tub and putting green were awesome. Our favorite place, though, was sitting outside around the fire! Will definitely book this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

rick a.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Beachnest Property Management & Vacation Rentals

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Our comfortable, well-maintained and fully furnished vacation rentals provide you with a true home-away-from-home and each property is close to all that Santa Cruz County has to offer. Allow us to help customize your Santa Cruz vacation rental with the amenities that are most important to you – from dramatic oceanfront whitewater views to family and pet-friendly properties, we focus on top-notch customer service from the time you begin your initial inquiry, to the time that you check-out – our highest priority is to exceed your expectations.

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