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Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches

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A spacious living room with a large window, a white sofa set, a coffee table, and wicker furniture.
A bright room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.
Dining
Room
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a fireplace, and a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sunny Cove Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Pleasure Point, CA
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches

Summary:

Santa Cruz County Vacation Rental Permit # 211307



Our 'Sandcastle' Beach House is perfect for a family vacation by the sea! Its unique, soothing architecture brings the beach right into your living area. Our 2 story plus (3rd story Loft and Crow’s Nest) home offers 2,300 square feet of large, bright open spaces lending itself to gatherings of family and friends…plenty of space to spread out.



Our Beach House sleeps 12 in beds...10 adults plus kids under 9 (9 to 17 count as adults). Perfect for 2 families! We also provide a new porta crib and high chair for the babies!



Located in a quiet neighborhood only 1 block from one of Santa Cruz’s best sandy and sunny beaches with steps to the sand at the end of our street. A short walk to Sunny Cove and the other East Cliff beaches, surfing and many great restaurants. Short drive to Capitola Village, Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, hiking and golf. Only 40 minutes from San Jose International Airport and 1 ½ hours south of San Francisco. Nearby, you will find Monterey, Cannery Row, the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium and beautiful Pebble Beach and Carmel…only a 30 to 45 minute drive south.



The views from the Sandcastle are outstanding…cook and dine while watching the lights on the Monterey Bay through the large solarium windows. Enjoy dinners with sweeping views from the second floor deck and sip a glass of wine from the top of the ‘Castle’ on the Crow’s Nest. Gather with the family in the downstairs family room with comfortable sofas, games, Foosball, ping pong and wet bar with a NEW under counter professional clear ice maker and refrigerator. Discover the hidden spaces to sit and read and relax throughout the house.



The house offers 3 spacious king bedrooms, a loft queen bed and a bunk room with two bunk beds. From the loft queen bedroom, you can lie in bed and enjoy whitewater views.



The Space:

SLEEPING CAPACITY/GATHERINGS: The maximum number of people allowed overnight is 10 (2 per bedroom plus 2). The maximum number of people allowed for celebrations and gatherings between the hours of 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM as per the County Code section 13.10.694 (d)(1)(D) is 20.



Guest Access:

NOISE/DISTURBANCES: County Code Section 8.30.010 states quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM and must be followed within the Santa Cruz county limits.



PARKING: 3 parking spots in the driveway and additional street parking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Perfect house for kids; Games, easy beach access
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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
The minimum age required to rent this unit is 25 years old.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 401595vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Pleasure Point, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Seabright Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cole's BBQ - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Spot - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches?

As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches on 30 Nov 2026 start from £2,422, 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 at Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweeping Ocean Views...Steps from Sandy Beaches located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is steps from Santa Maria's Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Sunny Cove Beach and Twin Lakes State Beach 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. 163 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 168 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house for multi family vacation, short walk to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Steps from a beautiful beach. The house was perfect for our large family. Very well appointed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house and the location. The layout of the house works perfectly for our family. The kitchen is well stocked with everything needed for cooking except food. We will definitely go back for a 3rd time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, kid friendly home super close to the beach with great view. Home has everything you would need flwhich makes for a stress free trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for 9 of us. We’ll stocked and just a block from the beach

Perfect for our family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house for the family

The house was beautiful and stocked with everything you need for a great beach vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach time.

We had a great time!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

This is our 4th year coming here. We always have a great time. House is clean, accommodating, and in a great location. I won’t stay anywhere else in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome house

We stay here every year and absolutely love it!! Already booked it again for next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

The house is perfect for our group. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

The his is a fabulous place for family vacation! Comfortable rooms, everything you can imagine in the kitchen, beach toys , chairs, towels and games! A short walk to the beach and tide pools! We will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

All 3 generations of our family loved this house and its location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A memorable vacation

This house was perfect for our family. There is plenty of room to spread out and the ping pong and foosball were nice. It is a short walk to the beach and we loved the views from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect rental

2nd time staying here. It’s a lovely house with everything you need. Owners are amazing. Location is great. The house is beautifully decorated and laid out well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another amazing trip to Sandcastle

My family loves this house, which is why we’ve been 3 times. Very spacious, great for multi families. Close to beach, all the amenities you want in a rental. Owners are accommodating and thoughtful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Twin Lakes Getaway

This vacation home was just perfect for our family gathering. We were near the beach and everything was as described by the owner. A number of our family members are already talking about coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Family Vacay 2023

Awesome place for multiple families to stay. Great for all ages especially kids. Loved how they have a ton of kitchen stuff, we love cooking. Super view. Close to beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good times in Santa Cruz

The house was great, plenty of room, close to the beach and lots to do. The house was very clean and close to shopping malls. Our family had a wonderful vacation. Thank You Carolyn and Kip.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sandcastle

Well stocked home in a great neighborhood. Close to everything. A couple minutes walk to the beach. Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great house!

This was our second time staying here and we love this house. It is incredibly well stocked. Our group of 11 stayed here for four nights and cooked all of our meals. There wasn’t anything that we wished we had, that wasn’t in the house. It’s so close to the beach, the location couldn’t be much better. It’s a great place for a couple of families to stay together.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and close to beach

The house was great for our annual friend/family together. The beds were comfortable with nice crisp white sheets. Layout was great, I wouldn't put small kids in the loft but it was perfect for the teenage girl in our group. Kitchen was well stocked. It is a block and a half to the beach and the house had plenty of boogie boards and chairs. Would rent again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot in Santa Cruz

We booked this for Thanksgiving and then half of our family couldn't attend with us. This was still an amazing space for our family even by ourselves for the holiday. My 7 year old LOVED the loft room, and we appreciated all the beach toys to use. I just want to live in that living room the rest of my life.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Merry Christmas!

Sandcastle is a warm, welcoming and very friendly and comfortable home. We came with our adult children and grands and totally enjoyed our Christmas. The owners decorated for Christmas, which made it extra special. Thank you for making this special place available to us! Happy New Year!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Stay

Fantastic home. We brought extra toiletries and TP due to experiences that some in our party had endured when staying at other spots. Not needed here. This home was generously supplied with everything visitors might need, from the kitchen to the baths to the puzzle closet and more. Lovely views, everything as advertised. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas

The home exceeded our expectations. The pictures don’t do it justice. There wasn’t one thing the owner didn’t think about when stocking the home for guests. It was like being home away from home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn and Kipp Kramer

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In short, we love the beach! When our children were young, we would come and play at this beach. We were so excited to find this wonderful beach house and have created many great memories here.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the unique architecture, bright open spaces of the house and the huge solarium windows across the front. But the biggest reason we bought this house is the views! The Monterey Bay is right outside your window where you can watch the lights of Monterey twinkle at night, the fog roll in from the Pacific and the sailboats float by. When we first saw the house…it took our breath away!

Our beach house is in one of the sunniest, warmest spots in Santa Cruz. The beach is wide and easily accessible just one short block from the house. The location is perfect...nestled right between the Wharf, the Boardwalk and Capitola.

What makes this property unique

We love walking down to the beach to watch the surfers up and down the coast and the sunset over the Pacific Ocean in the late afternoon. At night, we either walk or drive to the great restaurants close by.

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