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Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access.

Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access.

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Ocean view from upper deck.
Park Ranger's kiosk at the entrance to Sunset Beach State Park.
Parking space in front of the house.
Hot tub on the lower deck with a view of the ocean.
Morning ocean colors viewed from the upper deck, Monterey in the horizon.

Overview of Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access.

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Watsonville, CA
  • Popular LocationSunset State Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationManresa State Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Selva Beach10 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access.

Unique cozy oceanfront 2 level cottage with amazing ocean views from multiple rooms and the outdoor hot tub. There is a private neighborhood pathway 100 yards away leading to the beach. A spiral staircase connects the 2 levels inside the house, and the home's lower level can also be directly accessed by stairs from the outside on the left. It is a quiet getaway that is perfect for small families. The kitchen and 2 bathrooms were upgraded for this home featuring stainless steel appliances and modern lighting.
4 adults allowed per night [includes teens who are 15+], and when including small children, up to 6 persons total can be accommodated. We tend to attract small families looking for a beachfront home to satisfy every whim. While we serve the local family vacationers, long term Corporate renters are welcome during the off season months. Our beautiful home has all the amenities one would need, from the kitchen stocked with most appliances for creating that dream meal, to the free wireless set up with free streaming service, and flat screen TV's in the living area (upper level) and the 2 bedrooms (lower level) for a fine quality of entertainment . A local landline phone is provided as well. We welcome ONE small family dog (50 lbs max) per booking. There is ample space to spread out with separate levels for both privacy and relaxation. We are also located in a very quiet pet friendly residential neighborhood.
Enjoy sweeping views of The Arroyo Greenbelt and Sunset Beach. Spot seals, dolphins and whales from our 2 private decks or watch Squid harvesting at night when in season. Relax in the private hot tub and watch the white water waves. You can explore the outlying areas for amusement, book a kayaking trip in Moss Landing or head north for a full day at The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or take a trip to any of the local wineries. Spend the afternoon browsing in the shops in the quaint Capitola Village. Heading South, explore Downtown Monterey and the Monterey Bay Marine Aquarium. A few miles further places you right in the center of Carmel By The Sea. Whether you choose north or south - a full day of fun, entertainment and relaxation awaits you.
You can also relax all day on our two decks facing the ocean and the beach with an exciting book and a glass of wine, or just chill in the hot tub located on the lower deck.
A week long stay will allow you to explore our beautiful Central Coast and leave you with memories to last a lifetime!
Month long bookings are NOT accepted during June, July and August, as we have returning guests who love to enjoy our home during this period. Bookings for 28 days or more are charged 2 cleaning fees, so that a cleaning service can be provided during their stay.
There is open parking space available for ONE CAR ONLY in front of the house.
NO SMOKING OR USE OF ILLICIT DRUGS allowed on the property or in our private neighborhood - including our personal indoor and outdoor space surrounding this property.
The stairs leading to the beach from our lower level is for ADULT USE ONLY, and not recommended for small children, especially after sunset. Please use the neighborhood pathway when accompanied by children under 8 years of age.

Keywords: 2 Level cozy Home With Amazing Views & Direct Beach Access

Property manager

Adi Choudri
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Have beach toys, indoor board games.

Events

No events allowed
No loud outdoor gatherings after 10 pm.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
One pet per family - max 50 lbs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO Smoking allowed, violators will lose deposit.
ONE open parking spot in front of the house. No street parking allowed. Hot tub use allowed until 10 pm max.
Private stairs to the beach are not recommended after sunset and for small children. NO liability will be assumed by the owners for unauthorized use.
No smoking / use of illicit drugs allowed within and around the property. Visible socially unacceptable behavior will be reported to law enforcement.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No loud outdoor gatherings after 10 pm.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is in a rural area 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 County Fairgrounds and Hamlin Antiques are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Sunset State Beach - 7 min walk
  • Manresa State Beach - 8 min drive
  • La Selva Beach - 10 min drive
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 17 min drive
  • Monterey Bay - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 33 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beer Mule - 12 min drive
  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Starbucks - 9 min drive
  • Beach Street - 11 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean front family and pet friendly cottage with beach access. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watsonville holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sunset State Beach, Palm Beach and Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve. Manresa State Beach and Beer Can Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach Home!
We absolutely loved our stay. The location is perfect for a quiet beach getaway. The home was clean and cozy. Only hard part was all the stairs to get to the beach. So keep that in mind if that would be a struggle. Regardless, we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blissful Relaxation with Family
Absolutely loved our stay here. The house had everything we needed and more. Views for days and peaceful privacy. We relaxed and rejuvenated our souls.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
46 Sunset "Dolphin Cottage"
Great property, Great Views, Kitchen great, furniture and beds comfortable. Major issue is narrow metal circular stairs down to the lower level, master bed and access to Hot Tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at Dolphin Cottage!
Our family of four had such a great time celebrating our young adult sons birthday. The house was very clean and had all the amenities we needed for our beach weekend. The newer & very large hot tub was the perfect temperature and the views from the deck and easy access to the beach were so awesome. We flew kites, saw a whale, and took long walks on the beach which felt like our own. At night we used the grill for dinner, played a trivia game that was at the house and of course watched movies on the various tv's. The hosts were so warm and welcoming (not to mention the neighbors too!) Thank you Adi and Mitra ~ we will be smiling all week thanks to our stay at your fabulous cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique beach house and neighborhood
This is a nice, small house with a 5 minute (down stairs) walk to beautiful sunset beach. Owner had left a bottle of wine for us, a nice touch! PROS: --Dog friendly, and a nice spot for my dog's kennel next to the kitchen table --Great view, fairly private with window coverings if other houses have visitors --Huge hot tub (although the chemicals were depleted when we came, but they tried to fix it as soon as we notified!) --Nice room for kids with bunk/platform and regular bed, there are games and a TV with apps as well. --So easy to get to the beach if you are okay with the stairs. --Quite stable internet! CONS: --Parking is tight (was fine for us) --Might be small for more than family of 4 --Check-out task list is a bit of work, especially with the cleaning fee that is included. We rented before booking apps were big, so we are used to doing tasks, but it's much less common now to have a lot of work at checkout. --If accessibility/mobility is an issue for your group, note that there is a very slim spiral staircase down to the bedrooms from the main floor (can use the outdoor stairs though!), and there are many stairs to get to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Adi Choudri

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We love this beach beyond words and have created many unique memories with our family and friends in this home over the years! Since we cannot live here permanently yet, we enjoy sharing it with others who have the same mindset and are looking for a similar venue to create their own memorable family album.

Why they chose this property

Our small neighborhood is a collection of private homes on a bluff within the premises of the Sunset State Beach park. It is a safe and friendly area for small families with children. We strongly discourage groups with adults from multiple household as there is no extra car parking space in the surrounding premises.

What makes this property unique

A safe family friendly neighborhood with no crowding, situated on a bluff and has private beach access within the neighborhood.

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