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Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff

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Welcome to 
Casa La Sirena.
Enjoy the Mexican inspired decor!
Front tropical garden
Living area
La Sirena in Spanish means Mermaid
High chair, portable crib, large baby tub, stroller, and toys are available.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff

Welcome to our casual and charming Santa Cruz vacation rental, Casa La Sirena, located in Santa Cruz along the beautiful Monterey Bay. Our Mexican style cottage with lush tropical gardens offers comfortable accommodations for six people – the home includes three bedrooms and two baths. Free wifi, DIRECTV, and Netflix. We also accept small to medium size dogs upon approval and charge $40 per dog. Please submit a pet approval request by providing the breed, age, and approximate weight. Please note pets are not to be left alone unless crated in the rental or left unattended in the backyard to avoid any issues.


Our home is located a few doors away from a security gated and dog friendly beach on Pleasure Point- world famous surf destination. On prestigious Opal Cliff Drive, a short stroll from Capitola Village (voted one of the “West's 20 Best Small Towns” by Sunset Magazine, March 2009) we are close to boutique shopping, restaurants, entertainment, beaches, surfing, fishing, sailing, golfing, hiking, redwoods, vineyards and more. We are conveniently located 40 minutes from the San Jose International Airport, 1 1/2 hours south of San Francisco, and 30 minutes North of Monterey/Carmel.


Location: Our home is located a few doors away from a security gated and dog friendly beach on Pleasure Point- a well-known surf destination with several consistent, high quality surf breaks. On prestigious Opal Cliff Drive, a short stroll from Capitola Village (voted one of the “West's 20 Best Small Towns” by Sunset Magazine, March 2009). Two blocks from surf shops, surf and bike rentals, restaurants, coffee shops and neighborhood shopping.

Santa Cruz: Santa Cruz, located in the northwest corner of the Monterrey Bay Sanctuary, is the original “Surf City” of California, where the ocean and mountains meet to create a unique recreational area. Santa Cruz has a relaxed, friendly and eclectic atmosphere with great beaches, world class surfing, fishing, sailing, kayaking, redwood forests, backpacking and biking trails, great restaurants, organic farms, wineries, golfing and more. Stroll through downtown to shop, dine, enjoy live entertainment and absorb the local vibe. Santa Cruz also features the Beach Boardwalk, the quintessential amusement park on the sand; the City Wharf, where you can fish, shop and enjoy the local seafood and the University of California Santa Cruz, with a student body greater than 10,000.

Nearby: Take a 10 minute drive to Nisene Marks Forest to enjoy serene nature, hike, jog or bike through 30 miles of trails through coastal redwoods. Head up the Santa Cruz Mountains to enjoy the scenery, hike the vast number of trails and visit quaint mountain towns and wineries. Drive forty minutes around the Bay to the cities of Monterrey and Carmel to visit the Monterrey Bay Aquarium, shopping, fine dining or play in world famous golf courses.

Property manager

Akemi Chee
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Portable crib, large baby tub,high chair,stroller
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Must be pre-approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Portion of the damage deposit may be withheld

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please remove all trash and food and place in outdoor trash bins. Lock up but leave the side door unlocked and place keys back on the kitchen hook.
Place used towels/throw blankets in the garage laundry bin
Please pick up after your pet and leave the yard clean.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No vaping or smoking is allowed Portion of the damage deposit may be withheld
Please remove all trash and food from the rental and place in outdoor trash bins. Please place used towels/throw blankets in the garage laundry bin.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Pleasure Point, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday 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 Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Mystery Spot - 13 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's On The Beach - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of The Hook and Capitola Beach. Hooper Beach and 38th Avenue Beach Access are also within 15 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. 220 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 238 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

2nd Time staying here!

We love this house , great location and really well stocked!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

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

Perfect retreat

Loved the neighborhood and house. Host was very responsive and accommodating. Enjoyed the walk to downtown Capitola. Perfect fit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich R.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a great time in Pleasure Point over spring break. The house fit our family well and was just as described. Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noël R.

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

Slice of heaven

Beautiful home, perfect location. This casita is so beautiful, you feel like you are in Mexico with all the perks of Pleasure Point. We rode bikes, surfed, went to yummy local restaurants, and came back to a slice of heaven. We loved every detail. It was a special family trip with our grown sons, every one had a room to themselves. We hope to return this casita was so glorious!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sky W.

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

Xmas Weekender

Fantastic location in a cute and clean property. Our whole group was thrilled with the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula H.

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

Great Vacation Rental

Third year we have stayed at Casa La Sirena.The house is well equipped and is in walking distance of pretty much everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Best Rental Experience Ever

My husband, our daughter, son-in-law, two little granddaughters, and I spent 3 magical days and nights at Casa De Serena. The home, yard, beds, appliances, etc. could not have been better. It was amazingly quiet considering the road and ocean are so near. The only thing that could’ve made our trip better would’ve been making it longer. We will try to book a longer trip to this charming location in beach weather. Thank you for a perfect trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

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

Santa Cruz

Very nice very well appointed in a very good location close to beaches and village
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

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

Great property

This is the second year in a row and I have reservations for next year. We simply love the place and its location. We come back annually to meet up with our family and enjoy the great weather and fantastic city. The house is perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

Perfect getaway!

A group of us stayed here for a weekend getaway and it was perfect! We were incredibly comfortable in the space and it had everything we needed and more. The hosts were incredibly responsive and left thoughtful recommendations for us to enjoy the surrounding area. I would absolutely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liniah P.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean, and very pet friendly, just as described. The location was super close to the beach. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

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

Charming Capitola Casita

This was a great place to stay for our party of 4. It was very comfortable and the location was perfect for walking the East Cliff or the West Cliff. There were bikes available in the garage as well as boogie boards, beach chairs and beach towels. The garden was beautiful and watching the hummingbirds was a joy. All communication with Akemi was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi F.

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

Spring Break 5

Great stay and awesome location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Great Danta Cruz Location

Comfortable home close to beach and Capitola shops. My family of four really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Anniversary get away

Very nice property. Short walk to Capitola. The house is exactly as described. Every thing you will need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

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

Very Enjoyable

We had a great time at this property. The house is great and located within an easy walk to the beach and local shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hollis C.

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

Cute and Comfy

Casa La Serina was so much fun! The cottage is clean, comfortable and wonderfully decorated. It's conveniently located. We were able to walk to the beach, Capitola pier area, and into town for shopping. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W., Everett, Washington

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

Wonderful Stay

Comfortable, convenient and fully supplied. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Beautiful home and garden

My family had a nice stay and we enjoyed the colorful home and peaceful back yard. The location was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

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

Wonderful Beach Vacation

First off the communication from the owner is great, secondly the location of this property is perfect. We stayed here with our daughter and twin 4 year old granddaughters. They just loved "their" beach house, which is very comfortable and very well appointed. The owner has gone the extra mile in providing everything you would need for a wonderful stay. We will be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

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

Family getaway with adulting kids & golden retriever

Perfect casa to make family memories. Well equipped kitchen , comfortable beds, nice backyard. Walk to beach or downtown capitola for coffee, shopping, dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Gorgeous Santa Cruz

The property was perfect for our vacation with all of our needs anticipated. It was the perfect size and we loved hanging out and dining under the stars in the back yard
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

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

Family Vacation

The property was beautiful. It was clean and fully stocked with supplies. I have already made reservations for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan d.

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

Best host, best location

Loved everything about Casa La Sirena. Host was super responsive, amenable to all requests, and unbelievably gracious. Location is brilliant. Had a great time!
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Santa Cruz home

My family and I, including our dog really enjoyed our stay. Lots of places to see and do within walking distance from the property. The property itself was clean, nice backyard, everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Akemi Chee

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests