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Capitola Oceanside

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A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a wooden ceiling, and a framed painting on the wall.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, multiple seating options, and a balcony with a view.
A spacious living area with a view of the ocean, a dining table, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Set along the shore, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests and features 4 bathrooms. It offers beach views and direct beachfront access, ideal for water sports enthusiasts. Enjoy nearby attractions like Capitola Mercantile and Capitola Beach, along with fishing opportunities in the area.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Capitola Beach
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Capitola, CA
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Capitola Oceanside

Summary:

Exceptional, two-story, oceanfront home nestled in the Capitola Village overlooking the Capitola Wharf with huge ocean views!



The Space:

Exceptional, two-story, oceanfront home in the Capitola Village overlooking the Capitola Wharf! This property is a rare Capitola Gem! This iconic home has been lovingly maintained and has expansive ocean views throughout. Walk out the back door to direct beach access (literally steps from the home!), the Capitola Wharf, the ocean-front activities and restaurants on the esplanade, and so much more! Be a part of this vibrant, beach community as you enjoy the Capitola Oceanside!



This home sleeps up to 10 guests comfortably, with a total of 5 bedrooms. 3 bedrooms can be found on the main level. Please note occupancy is maxed at 6 adults, and 4 children - NO EXEMPTIONS.



- Master bedroom suite: king-sized bed with ensuite bathroom

- Second master bedroom suite: king-sized bed with ensuite bathroom

- Third bedroom:  two twin-sized beds with a desk



On the lower level is the back door (with direct beach access), as well as 2 bedrooms;

- Private Suite: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom, private oceanfront terrace, and small kitchenette with refrigerator & sink

- Kids Room: Two Twin Beds (trundle style)



Please note that there is a maximum of two parking off-street parking spots that come with your reservation, including access to the single-car garage.  Under no circumstances, can you park in front of our neighbor's properties - no exceptions.



Please contact us for monthly rates!



Please note that the Capitola Wharf rebuilding project has begun as of 9-2023 and the work is expected to continue through 8-2024.  This will partially impact your view of the Monterey Bay and Capitola Village, from this unit - and construction noise may be heard.  General work hours are from Monday - Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm.

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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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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You need to know

Property # 1486716vb
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 and a first aid kit
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

Capitola

Located in Capitola, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Capitola, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitola Mercantile - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hooper Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Capitola Oceanside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Capitola Oceanside?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Capitola Oceanside on 28 September 2026 start from NZ$5,940, 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 Capitola Oceanside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Capitola Oceanside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Capitola Oceanside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Capitola Oceanside located?

Nestled on the beach, this Capitola holiday home is just steps away from Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Hooper Beach and Capitola Wharf are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second year we’ve stayed in this beautiful home. It truly is spectacular. Views of the ocean, short distance to the town of Capitola, and the house is amazing. I highly recommend this location. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, and comfortable home. Great views! We had a wonderful stay. Management was easy, friendly and quick to communicate with. The kitchen was very well stocked for cooking. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house with incredible views of Capitola and the ocean. We LOVED our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with stunning views! Kitchen was well stocked, beds were very comfortable, beach chairs and umbrellas stocked in the garage as well. Highly recommend this gorgeous home
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. Great location and beautiful views of the ocean. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Thank you so much for your nice comments, Diane. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Capitola Oceanside, and thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls weekend away

Can’t wait to stay again! Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 December 2023
Thanks for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Meika! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Time

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this home. Great location and everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Corrinne! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Getaway

Wonderfully clean, great kitchen with plenty of pots/pans and serving pieces, beautiful views, large deck, and cozy gas fireplace. Very well maintained home with great property management!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Elizabeth! We hope you'll stay with us again during your next trip to Capitola.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible stay!

Relaxation begins upon entering and exudes from this property throughout the stay. Meticulously clean, perfect location, all the creature comforts one could need. . . This place is nothing short of fabulous! Highest recommendation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2024
Thank you so much for your nice feedback, Ashley, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Capitola.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing weekend

We had a lovely, relaxing weekend in this beautiful home. Very clean and could walk to Capitola, the wharf and beach. Views are amazing! Look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Shannon! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach location

We had an excellent time reuniting with grandparents at this beach house. The house was nicely decorated, clean, and full of comfortable furniture. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for preparing a family meal. The beach experience was also lovely. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Felicia! We hope you'll stay with us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Capitola

Awesome property! What a view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Randy! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grampa's 80th

A wonderful place to stay with the whole family to celebrate Grampa's 80th birthday. Direct access to the beach. Large living space for the whole family. And spacious kitchen. Plus private master area for the grandparents.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2023
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, and we are so glad your family enjoyed the reunion at the Capitola Oceanside.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very special property

We rented this house for Thanksgiving with our two kids and grandparents and it was so relaxing. The view was incredible, dramatic and romantic. The kitchen was a close second to the view as it had every tool I needed and was thoughtfully appointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thanks for taking the time to review the Capitola Oceanside and we are so happy you enjoyed your time in Capitola. Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals and we'll hope you'll stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful large house right on the beach with fabulous views of the ocean and looking out to the pier. We had 3 families ranging in age from 9 to 79, a total of 7 people. We chose this house because it was large enough to provide appropriate beds for all the members of our party. It also allowed us to entertain additional family members who were also visiting in the area. The house is in excellent condition. It had everything we needed or wanted for our beach stay. The kitchen is fully stocked. There was not a single thing we lacked during our stay including beach chairs and toys for the youngsters. I would not hesitate to return to this house for my next stay at Capitola.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This was nearly a stay-cation as all the family is within 1 hour of this house. But the beach, ocean, charming seaside Capitola and comfortable house made it feel like worlds away from the redwoods, SF and LG! Couldn’t ask for a better place to gather. Although the wharf was out of service, we enjoyed watching its reconstruction. The house itself really had everything we needed, including beach chairs and sand toys. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware and dishes. The beds were comfortable (although more pillows would have been ideal). The way the living area is configured let us have separate areas for adults and kids’ to play, so they could leave their Lego construction up for days! Loved the panoramic views through unobstructed plate glass, and the outdoor patio was well-used. Truly a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, and we're so glad you enjoyed your stay at the lovely Capitola Oceanside.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Started out rough but finished smooth and wonderful!

We came inside this lovely home with easy beach access and panoramic vistas. However the house had not been cleaned. The owner, Liz, took full responsibility and put us up for a night at a house closely located to the rental, comped us breakfast and added an extra half a day to our stay. She also credited my account for a half day rental. I felt this to be fair as three families were inconvenienced. After all was straightened out we had a beautiful home, enjoyed meals at the dinner table with views of the ocean and fun filled three days at the beach right below us. This Capitola home has access to easy walking to town and beach. Just the place for a three families to share a summer reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2024
It started out rough, but glad we were able to make things right by you, Joyce! Thank you for your patience and we look forward to hosting your next stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We enjoyed this property with our family. Great location, very clean, perfect for a family reunion. Parking is tight but workable. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Nancy! We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Spectacular House and views

This is a beautiful house right on the beach in Capitola. Great for people watching and relaxing on the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the Capitola Oceanside.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Beachfront House

Stayed here with my adult kids and grandkids. The house is beautiful, the views stunning and the location was perfect for us. Enjoyed the patio overlooking the beach and easy walk to restaurants, shops and the beach of course! Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Erin! We are happy you enjoyed your stay at the Capitola Oceanside and hope you will be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

absolutely perfect property and location

the home is beautiful and you cannot beat the location - steps to the sand. would definitely rent this home again. thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2021
Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals, Ivana! We look forward to hosting you during your next trip to Capitola.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We rented this beautiful home in September 2020 to be with our children and grandchildren (under 8 years of age). There was a total of 11 of us and each of my daughter's family had their own space. The downstairs has a door that leads to the beach. Really, you just was out the door and there is a pathway to the beach!! The spacious deck looks down to the beach. Therefore, if half of your family is on the beach and you are on the deck, you can still see what they are doing!! The kitchen was small but who cares, the rest of the house was great!! We hope to come back again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Capitola Oceanside

Items were broken or missing, ie toilet paper dispenser and missing blinds from the windows. We had to hang beach towels with clothes pins over several windows. Dead flies in the blinds. Would not have been so concerning if rental agreement hadn’t suggested fines and/or penalties over almost aspect of visit. Felt I had to take pictures of every minor deficit to protect myself. Kitchen was well stocked. Only thing we missed was a pitcher to make iced tea. Found a very small one downstairs but could have used a regular pitcher. Lovely home and location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thanks for taking the time to review the Capitola Oceanside and we are so happy you enjoyed your time in Capitola. We'll make sure to purchase a large pitcher, per your suggestion. Thank you for choosing Beachnest Vacation Rentals and we'll hope you'll stay with us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amazing location, but take note...

This home is literally steps to an amazing beach, restaurants and great shopping, and overlooks breathtaking views from the living room, kitchen and deck. The bay window is amazing and the living room is large yet cozy - comfortably furnished with a fire place and plenty of seating with a view. The kitchen is well stocked and the long dining table lent itself to many family meals during our stay. We celebrated a birthday there and it was a great gathering spot! My main caution is the listing says comfortably sleeps 12, and that there are 5 bedrooms plus a loft. There are 3 bedrooms on the main floor that worked well to accommodate 2 couples and two kids. Downstairs was about 15 degrees colder than upstairs (stayed in winter) and a bit musty. You have to walk through a tiny sitting room with a trundle bed in order to get to the bedroom. So downstairs should be considered one bedroom not two (sitting room maybe could work for a small child). As far as the loft, it's not private and it's very tiny with such a low ceiling that only children may like it. But since it's a ladder to get up and down, I didn't think it would be safe, especially if they needed to use the bathroom in the middle of the night. So I would say 3 couples plus 2 could fit comfortably - 8 people (9 max) and 4 bedrooms seems more like it. For the price I would have appreciated more accuracy here. If that configuration works for your party, I'd recommend. We were thrilled with the location and with the main floor of the home including the deck. We had an amazing trip to remember!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

About the host

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Beachnest Vacation Rentals offers you the finest assortment of vacation rentals and beach rentals in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for a fun vacation rental for a week-long family reunion, a family and pet-friendly vacation home, or a romantic getaway – the ultimate vacation experience awaits you in sunny Santa Cruz.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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