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Relaxing Oceanfront Home near Beaches, Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife

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Exterior
Backyard Oasis
Enjoy views of the Bay from the living room sectional!
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Relaxing Oceanfront Home near Beaches, Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife

Located between the world renowned Pleasure Point and Capitola Village, you will find yourself waking up to breathtaking views of The Monterey Bay Sanctuary.

Copy and paste this video link to watch the property tour https://youtu.be/NSYFH8lUFQo?si=gz7owH6eVabazUGk.

Enjoy lounging in the living room while gazing out of the expansive windows or step outside to a freshly groomed grass backyard to soak up the sun and listen to the waves crash beneath you.

This Spacious 2,604 square foot home with over half an acre is fully furnished and stocked with all of the basic amenities for your stay and can comfortabley accommodate 8-10 people. Just a short 10 minute walk will lead you to the famous Capitola Village where you can enjoy amazing beachfront dining, shopping, surfing, stand-up paddling, nightlife and much more!

Enjoy panoramic ocean views from two of the spacious bedrooms, the living room, and the dining room which can comfortable accommodate 10 people. The pristine backyard is perfect for sunbathing, lawn games, or enjoying lunch on the patio where you can find additional table and chairs.

You will find yourself emerged in the depths of serenity while staying at Villa Sanfilippo. With a gated entry, you will be able to relax in this blissful home.

Amenities:
- EV Charger- Clipper Creek Level 2 Electrical Charging Station
- BBQ
- Fully fenced front and backyard for your families safety
- Wheelchair access ramp in front and backyard
- Outdoor/Indoor Fireplace
- Off street parking for up to 6 cars
- WIFI
- 50" Flat Screen TV
- Full Kitchen- With Granite Countertops, Dishwasher, Electric Cook Top, Plates, Glassware, Silverware, Cooking Utensils, Microwave, and Two Fridge's.
- Washer and Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Bath Towels
- Two roll away beds
- Lounge Chairs
- Board Games

Please Note- If your reservation falls on a Sunday, the trash will need to be taken out Sunday evening. The gardener is scheduled on Wednesdays at 10:30 to clean up the front and back yard. If you wish to not have the gardener come during your stay, please advise.

Please be mindful of our neighbors during your stay. The property’s quiet hours are in place to ensure that you and our whole community can enjoy a restful night’s sleep. We are dedicated to protecting our guests and neighbors from bothersome levels of noise. In an effort to do so, this property is equipped with NoiseAware technology. NoiseAware is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property.

Property manager

Turiya Blanchette
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please rinse all food off plates before loading the dishwasher.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Property Registration Number CO00326

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Pleasure Point, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mystery Spot - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's On The Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pleasure Pizza - Slice Shack Portola Dr - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Oceanfront Home near Beaches, Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Oceanfront Home near Beaches, Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Oceanfront Home near Beaches, Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Oceanfront Home near Beaches, Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Hooper Beach and Capitola Beach. The Hook and Esplanade Park Beach 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. 83 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carie K.

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

Great Location!

Best View of Monterey Bay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

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

Chilling on the cliffs…

What a great place to stay with family and friends! Plenty of room inside, out back and in front. And a nice, convenient walk into the quaint Capitola village and pier. Last, but not least, great and quick service provided by both the owner and property management. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Perfect Location and great views

We have stayed in Santa Cruz several times now, and this is by far the nicest house we have stayed at. Great views of the Monterey Bay all the way to Monterey and it's less than a mile from Capitola's Esplanade and Shadowbrook restaurant. We had 6 adults, my wife and I, plus our kids and their spouses. The house is all one story, which was great for all of us to hang out. There is plenty of space. It was very clean and updated except the bathrooms which were as the picture showed. Overall ,a 10 out of 10
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Fantastic home

The home location is spectacular with ocean views day and night. The amenities were plentiful and provided a very comfortable oasis for our family weekend gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

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

Pleasure Point 2024

Beautiful property. Easy checkin.Thank you for sharing your amazing home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyed our stay at this house for the second time
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M., Westport

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay with our family at Rachel’s property. The gardens are gorgeous, plenty of space for our family to spend time together while engaging in different activities. We plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie W.

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

Excellent location

My extended family had a wonderful stay at this home. We enjoyed the outdoor space and views of the ocean, and loved being walking distance to the beach and shops. We would recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry V.

Beautiful view, great location!

Owner and property manager were great and accessible. Home overlooks the ocean, and access to a private beach below. A short walk to the restaurants and shops in Capitola.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

steven l.

Great place right on ocean. Loved it.

Turiya could not have been more helpful and responsive. I almost never leave reviews but this property was outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

We loved our time there!

We thoroughly enjoyed are visit, as did our friends and family who joined us.. The house is spacious, the yard was a great place for the kids to play, and it's just a short walk to the village! The property manager was a dream to work with! We are looking forward to our visit next year!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carie K.

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

Stunning View

We loved meeting John, the owner, who showed us around the property and shared its history. The view of Monterrey Bay from the property is stunning and spans the width of the house. We enjoyed our stay immensely especially the backyard with firepit, grill, room for lawn games, and beautiful landscaping, sharing meals in the large open dining/living room, plus the fun game room where we had ping pong tournaments and played board games. It was a blessing to gather together as a family at Casa de Sanfilippo and hope to be able to come stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK C.

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

Incredible property!

Awesome views of Monterey bay. This single level home worked perfectly for our family. The property is incredible....beautiful older home with great location. Beaches and restaurants are within walking distance. With daily temperatures in the mid-60's, it was the perfect retreat from the 100 temps we've been experienceing in the Sacramento valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Unbelievable!

This home is truly incredible. Quiet, ample parking, super spacious, clean and well-stocked. Communication with the host was also fantastic and made for a very relaxing and comfortable stay. There is no reason to stay anywhere else!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

No need to even leave the property

This was a great place for grandparents and teenagers alike! With the comfortable house layout, incredible windows and views, and safe walk to the local beach, there was something for all of us to enjoy, without even getting into our cars and driving anywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful Property and Location

This home is in a perfect location. We walked or rode our bikes to all the nearby beaches, restaurants, shopping, and trails. The home and view is beautiful. Nice grass area in the backyard, killer grill, and the beautiful views. We highly recommend this vacation home, even our three teenagers/young adults were impressed. The ping pong table was definitely used and enjoyed by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Family celebrating Mom’s 60th

In Mom’s words, “It could not have been better!” Comfortable and accommodating home and a beautiful yard in a great neighborhood. Also, stunning sunrises, which is rare in a west coast ocean-front home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H., Silicon Valley, CA

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

Heaven by the sea!

We just returned from a three night stay in this lovely home. My 18 year old told me this morning "this was an 11 out of 10 vacation!" I know I did something right when my son tells me that! We enjoyed making wonderful memories at this home and look forward to returning again later this year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tamara F., Los Altos, CA

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

Best Santa Cruz Stay Ever

Simply breathtaking views and perfect location - walking distance to Privates Beach, Capitola (.5 mile) and Pleasure Point (> .5 mile). House has everything one needs for entertaining a group or oneself and is spacious with room for everyone to relax in private. We enjoyed grilling and s’mores in the back and a cornhole tournament. I seriously hope that we are able to book this gem on Opal Cliff again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeroen v.

Large multi-family house on Capitola beach

Absolutely outstanding location, views, and property. A perfect place for a family reunion. The property manager was very responsive to a small technical malfunction. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment and ingredients. Will come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

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

Amazing location

My husband and I, friends and family stayed here for 4 nights for our son’s wedding weekend during some of the hottest days of the year. When we realized there was no a/c or fans, we called the property manager and she had two fans delivered within a few hours. Home is spacious and the views were spectacular! Short walk to downtown Capitola and beach. We enjoyed watching the sunrise and relaxing in the beautiful backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

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

The most amazing stay ever

Without doubt this is the most amazing rental we have ever stayed in. Location - Perfect Owner - The nicest person Management - attentive House - Great areas for the kids to play, lush garden, very comfortable house with social space that works really well. View - I'm pretty sure I will never stay in a house with a more spectacular view than this one. Stay here you will not be disappointed! The owner was so lovely he bought my entire family a local trip that cost us over $400.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

It’s Finn A., Fort Worth, tx

Great for famililes

Lovely house with amazing views! The yard is enclosed which was great for our 3 young children. The Master bedroom also has 2 rooms attached were our kids slept leaving more beds for the adults. The fire pit is elevated so safer for evening fires with the kids. We loved being close to Capitola beach and the beach and tidal pools at 41st St. Thank you for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Where do you live?

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

Monterey Bay Views

We had a wonderful time at this beach house! It feels like visiting wonderful relatives at their great home on a cliff overlooking Monterey Bay. My husband and son loved surfing right there and the house accommodated a family gathering. The kitchen was filled with BBQ and cooking supples. There was a Keurig and regular coffee pot! Musicians in the family appreciated the beautiful grand piano! Beds were comfortable and everything was clean. I hope we can visit again!Thank you to the Sanfillipo family for making this incredible spot available! Oh, and the garden is lovely!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H., Silicon Valley, CA

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

Twice in one summer! It's THAT amazing!

This was our second stay since the end of May! We loved it so much the first time (Memorial Day weekend) we decided to return for Labor Day weekend! Since our last visit, the privacy gates had been replaced. WOW! They are beautiful and such a nice upgrade! The home is warm and inviting! We always have a wonderful time here. The young adults in the group love being able to walk to the private beach which was open by the way. The 10 min walk to Capitola Village is fantastic! This home has it all! Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Turiya Blanchette

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The Sanfilippo family has lived in Santa Cruz county since the beginning of time. They've enjoyed this home for family gatherings and have shared many memories at Villa Sanfilippo.

Why they chose this property

The family fell in love with the panoramic Oceanview when they purchased it in 1975. Located in-between Capitola Village and Pleasure Point, it was the perfect location to enjoy some of the best destinations in Santa Cruz.

What makes this property unique

The Oceanview and the open layout of this home stole the heart of the Sanfilippo family. The large backyard is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sound of the ocean.

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