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Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach

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A pathway leading to a beach with a person carrying a surfboard.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, mirror, window with blinds, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with stools.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with stools.
A covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a house in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Capitola Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach

We offer a beautiful two bedroom, one bath home on prestigious Opal Cliff Drive.

Vaquita House is a remodeled cottage steps from Privates Beach, our gated neighborhood beach. (Our county vacation permit is # VRAB00010.) The gate is open during daylight hours, providing access to this unique beach and great uncrowded surf spot. A seven minute walk along the ocean will take you to shopping and dining in Capitola Village and awesome Capitola Beach. Famous surf spots the Hook and Pleasure Point are also just a short walk away. A surfer's paradise; walk to your own break. Surfboad racks are right outside your door in a secure patio area for easy access.

Vaquita House comes with a full kitchen, stainless steel appliances, and everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal right at home. The house has hardwood floors in the main living space and carpeted bedrooms. Island themed art work fills the house with a laid back vacation feel. Both the queen bed (with organic mattress) and the twin-bed room (also organic) access the private landscaped patio through their own sliding glass doors. Relax in the sun with the outdoor dining table surrounded by flowers and hummingbirds. The patio deck is perfect for barbecuing on the grill or relaxing with a glass of wine.

Less than a ten minute walk to Capitola Wharf, Capitola Village, Capitola Beach, Pleasure Point, great shopping, and fine dining. Vaquita House is a short drive to downtown Santa Cruz and the beach boardwalk, and 35 minutes to Monterey. Perfect for a romantic getaway or family beach vacation.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No more than 4 travelers including infants, or I will decline the reservation. No pets allowed, really.
Please take trash bins out to the curb on Sunday night. Gardeners come around noon on Fridays, and will need to access the back yard for a short time.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 151603
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
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 Pleasure Point, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near 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 Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Hooper Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Capitola Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Capitola Mercantile - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pleasure Pizza - East Side Eatery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach?

As of 20 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach on 4 October 2026 start from NZ$2,174, 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 Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vaquita House on Beautiful Opal Cliff Drive with Access to Privates Beach located?

Located in Pleasure Point, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Hooper Beach and Capitola Wharf are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Alexandra & Jon

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Alexandra & Jon own and manage the Vaquita House. In addition to maintaining our rental, Alexandra is an author and psychotherapist; Jon is an organizational consultant and musician. We also have long-standing interest in and love of dolphins. The Vaquita is an endangered porpoise found only in the Gulf of California. We donate a portion of the proceeds from the house to the conservation of the ocean and preservation of the dolphins and whales.

Why they chose this property

We've lived on the east side of Santa Cruz since going to the University years ago. The Opal Cliffs neighborhood offers a vacation vibe in a family friendly neighborhood. Nestled between Capitola Village and Pleasure Point, you can walk to everything you need while at the same time having home base in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Many people run, walk, and bike on Opal Cliff Drive to take in this beautiful street; Privates Beach is 10 doors down from our house. The upgraded promenade along East Cliff Dr is two blocks away. We love it here because everything you need is within a few blocks. You can literally park your car for the week and walk to Pilates, baked goods, surf spots, breakfast, organic markets, bars, beaches, bike shops, boutiques, wine tasting and anything else you can think of. We often think our neighborhood is too good to be true. . . but it is true. Come and see.

What makes this property unique

Vaquita House is in an upscale residential neighborhood. We personally do the check ins and check outs and keep the property in tip top shape; it is professionally cleaned between each stay. We live nearby and are here for anything you may need. Need a restaurant recommendation for dinner -- romantic or with the kids, you got it! Lovely hiking spot, you got it! Best local cafe, you got it! We love to share the ins and outs of Santa Cruz and Captiola and are happy to answer your questions at any time during your stay.

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