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Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

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A single-story house with a stone patio, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-maintained garden.
A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a red carpet, a black leather sofa, a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV on a stand.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, white cabinetry, a white refrigerator, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Natural Bridges State Park
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Swift Street Courtyard
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural Bridges State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Ocean front one story beach house on West Cliff Dr. between Natural Bridges State beach and the light House. 1 king master suite, 2 queen bedrooms with hall bathroom. 4th bedroom detached away from the house next to garage, family room faces ocean, kitchen with dining area faces ocean, dining table seats 6, kitchen bar seats 3, central heat, gas fireplace insert, double pained windows, linens and towels provided, beach towels, few rolls of T.P. Laundry soap, dishwashing soap, shampoo. Outdoor gas grill with patio dining table. Front yard faces ocean with people watching or sea life watching from our patio viewing chairs. TV's in two queen bedrooms and one TV in the living room.“The location is unbeatable, close to the best of West End spots, e.g., breweries, wineries, tide pools, grocery, and the best multi use trail in Santa Cruz across the street that runs along West Cliff Drive which is great for walking, running, riding a bike, or people watching. Parking is easy. Sleeping, cooking, and game playing for a family of 6 is easy in this well laid out house. ”

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Skate park and tennis courts near
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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
You may smoke outside of the house on the property
A rental agreement will be emailed to you and will need to be signed prior to arrival. No gatherings over 8 people allowed at the property day or nt.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 709710vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Mitchell Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 2222 Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Swift Street Courtyard - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Natural Bridges State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Humble Sea Brewing Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, just steps away from Swift Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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. 202 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the stay. Great views and centrally located. We will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views and location were amazing! Would absolutely stay again. Very comfy and a great place for my family to hang together
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elwin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean and ready for us when we got there and we enjoyed the ocean view! The beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cindy o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great property with an exceptional view and a walking path right across the street. Liz was very responsive and made the whole experience easy. The place was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and clean, and is in an amazing location with a great view of the ocean and surrounding cliffs. The host communicated effectively and promptly. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lotus

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home right on West Cliff with beautiful ocean view out living room window. Very clean and comfortable. Easy check-in process with clear instructions. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax and decompress. Wonderful views and great location. Will definitely return if we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All as advertised. EnjoyableClose to restaurants, beaches, and local amenities. Will revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, exactly as described
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location with a beautiful view! Home is well maintained with all amenities.
View from front sitting room.
View from location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view was incredible. We saw some stunning sunsets and really enjoyed being able to cross the street to access the walkway along the cliffs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being on the cliffs of Santa Cruz is very special. The house was clean and I will be back next year. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Boris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, could be a little cleaner upon arrival
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2026
This guest is a repeat tenant at this property, however his review is not consistent with our other 5 star reviews.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfortable, clean and so relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine D.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay here. The house had everything we needed with a beautiful view. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Absolutely beautiful home

We completely enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely adorable place RIGHT ON THE WATER. Sipped my morning coffee while watching the whales spout out the front window. Clean and comfortable with cute seasonal touches to the decor. GREAT place to stay in Santa Cruz!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeni T.

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

Amazing view and great home!

We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect location and very comfy home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful relaxing stay

While checking in was a bit challenging due to the deadbolt door lock, we had a wonderful stay at a beautiful place and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
The door must have swelled with the change in seasons. I asked my house cleaners to not lock the deadbolt. Glad to hear you enjoyed the property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Wharf to wharf stay

Great last minute booking conveniently located for our annual trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The house was fully equipped with everything we needed and made our trip very enjoyable. Check-in was clear and detailed, which made the process smooth and stress-free. The location was perfect—close to everything we wanted to do in Santa Cruz. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Great place/Great experience

Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Great Family Vacation

Great location for a family vacation. Clean and well kept. Comfortable beds and well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sunny S.

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

Great location for quiet and relaxation

Tide pools across the street, Cat and Cloud coffee + Humble Sea brewing 15min walk away. Really an excellent location and great host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Liz

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My family owns this property. We live in near by Los Gatos. We live close to this property and provide a well maintained vacation rental. We also enjoy staying in the house from time to time. The house is always in good condition for our guests.

Why they chose this property

The Catholic Church sold us this beach house. The priest built the house and the nuns were living in it. The nuns were so grateful to live in the beach house. They referred to the house as living in a area everyone wants to visit. We even have a church pew bench. We remodeled the house and turned it into a short term vacation rental to share with others.

What makes this property unique

Ocean front view of the bay leading across to Monterey. West Cliff is a linear park you can walk along the ocean or ride your bike for miles. Clean and well maintained house. Spectacular views.

Languages:

English

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