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BEST LOCATION! Ocean and Sunset Views; Family & Pet Friendly

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Bird's eye view of our lovely home.
Front of house with large driveway. Room for three cars.
The basketball hoop was destroyed in our wind storms this winter.
Front entryway.
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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10307 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Enjoy the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Popular LocationNatural Bridges State Park3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk6 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)47 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3rd bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

fourth bedroom/office

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd downstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Garage bathroom

Soap · Toilet

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs/Guest bathroom,

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

BEST LOCATION! Ocean and Sunset Views; Family & Pet Friendly

An incredible opportunity to enjoy a memorable family or couples getaway with easy walking access to Westside shops, Saturday farmer’s market, wineries, breweries, and restaurants. Prime location along scenic West Cliff Drive with a three-mile multi-use biking/walking path connecting Natural Bridges State Beach to the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Breathtaking ocean views of the Monterey Bay one block from Natural Bridges State Beach, just a stone’s throw from world-class surf spots, tide pools, and the protected Monterey Bay. Enjoy this beautifully renovated 3,300 square foot reverse floor plan home for family enjoyment and a private deck and yard.
This fully furnished home offers three bedrooms, three and a half baths. The house has three bedrooms which are all on the first floor. The master has a king bed, the second bedroom has a queen bed with a twin trundle bed and the third has a full-sized bed with a twin sofa bed. The office, which doubles as a fourth bedroom, has a Room and Board queen sleeper sofa, a large clothes closet, TV, and desk. It is located on the second floor.
This home boasts a large family room with a 75” Smart TV, DVD player and surround Sonos system, a sectional sofa, and several armchairs. The open-plan gourmet kitchen has a bar countertop with stools for 4. The kitchen opens into the dining and sitting area with a sofa, two swivel chairs, and a gas fireplace. The dining room has a modern extension table, which seats 8-12. Off the sitting area is a Grateful Dead-themed music room with an electric piano, ukeleles, and a guitar or two for your use. In the garage, we have ping pong and foosball tables, a small home gym with weights, a yoga mat, medicine ball, and TRX suspension trainer (in yard). There is parking for two plus cars in our driveway. Outside in front is a small bocce ball court, and the backyard has an enclosed outdoor shower for sandy feet or an after-surf rinse-off. The fully fenced yard has artificial grass with beautiful landscaping and is a perfect place for games. Our home is one of the very few Westside houses on a double lot with a sizable yard. There is a large deck with comfy furniture, a gas fireplace, a gas grill, and a table with seating for 10 with heat lamps. The deck provides unparalleled ocean and sunset views. For kids, there is a skateboard park, playground, and tennis courts just down the street in a dog-friendly park.
Perfect for four couples or two families.

*Please note that this is our primary residence. Guests are welcome to use any/all items which are in our home, including condiments, laundry supplies, towels, toys, games, books, etc. We have chairs, coolers, an umbrella, bags for the beach, a foam surfboard, boogie boards, pickleball equipment, a small-frame hybrid bike, two cruisers for your use and much more!

Downtown San Jose and the San Jose Airport are approximately 30 minutes away. The San Francisco Airport is 60 minutes away, as is Carmel, Monterey, and Pebble Beach. Downtown San Francisco is 80 minutes away.

*Minimum age of renters is 30. Please take note that this is a strictly “no parties property” and the owner may require guest names and ID, if not provided. At no time can the number of guests exceed the number detailed in the reservation unless special permission was requested and agreed to by owner and guest.

Guest occupancy is up to the discretion of the owner (Maximum 10, but only 8 adults)

Occasionally, guests may ask to bring along their dog. Santa Cruz is friendly to people and dogs. You may be permitted to bring your dog if you agree to the rules established to maintain the quality of cleanliness for everyone seeking to enjoy this beach house.

Note: If you are interested in dates that are blocked, please message me as we may be able to release availability to you.

Property manager

Karen McCormick

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
We live in a neighborhood with other families.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Less than 70 lbs. A 2nd dog considered. No cats.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed in or on the premises.
$100/stay pet deposit per dog. Will return if no damage. A Pet Agreement must be signed before the stay.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We live in a neighborhood with other families.
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

This holiday home is located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, and 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Natural Bridges State Park - 3 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 5 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive
  • Ocean Street - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Parish Publick House - 4 min drive
  • Panda Express - 3 min drive
  • Burger King - 4 min drive
  • Mission St BBQ - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEST LOCATION! Ocean and Sunset Views; Family & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at BEST LOCATION! Ocean and Sunset Views; Family & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST LOCATION! Ocean and Sunset Views; Family & Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEST LOCATION! Ocean and Sunset Views; Family & Pet Friendly located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Natural Bridges State Park and 2222 Beach. Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
The location and property was just what we wanted. The home easily fit our family of 7. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S., concord, ca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
This home had everything we needed plus the AMAZING VIEW! We walked West Cliff everyday with dogs; loved seeing the surfers, dolphins, seals, otters and whales! The kitchen is fully stocked which made it easy to cook every day. The outside deck is the perfect place to watch the sunsets. We cannot say enough good about this magical home, except, when can we come back?!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greats location, luxurious house
Fully equipped house, perhaps because the owners live there. Gorgeous area, though it was foggy and windy most days. Appreciated high-quality bicycles with locks and helmets!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer getaway
Beautiful home, with a great view. It has a large lot with room for our grandchildren to play. Walking distance to the beach. The outdoor deck was large and very relaxing place to visit. We enjoyed the fire pit in the evening. Overall a lovely spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Srikar P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exquisite Modern cliff side home
Karen's house is immaculate, modern, and full of warmth. I stayed with my family and loved every minute of the ping pong, soccer, bocci ball and couches. From the music room to the dining table, every part of the home is welcoming. I'd highly recommend staying here is you are traveling to Santa Cruz. West Cliff does not disappoint. My feedback would be to invest in a faster wifi system, either an eero wifi mesh or something that can handle more devices. We often had difficulty using the wifi downstairs and upstairs with a multitude of people. That said, you'd expect to be outside of the house enjoying Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen McCormick

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We love music, sports (playing & watching), the mountains & the ocean.
We raised our boys (18 & 21) in Santa Cruz with frequent trips to the mountains to ski.

Languages:

English
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