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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Natural Bridges State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

+6
5 Single Beds and 5 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

West Cliff Ohana Hale

West Cliff Drive...Location, location, location.

900 block of West Cliff Dr. w/ Panoramic Ocean Views

Great for entertaining and family celebrations. Huge back yard can handle a crowd with room to play…Jacuzzi, barbecue, fire pit, ping-pong, bocce-ball court, cold plunge tub and outdoor shower.

Single-Level, Dog and Kid friendly.

There is truly no better place to stay in Santa Cruz than directly on West Cliff Drive! West Cliff is ranked the #1 attraction in Santa Cruz. Why stay anywhere else?

Head out the front door, turn east and arrive in minutes at Lighthouse Beach, the Surfing Museum, the Lighthouse, and of course the world famous “Steamers Lane” surf spot. Keep going and you will find yourself at the Surfer Statue, Cowells Beach, the Monterey Bay Exploration Center, the Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Head North along the cliffs, and you will pass a multitude of beautiful West Cliff homes, secluded cove after cove, and find yourself at Natural Bridges State Beach to watch Egrets, take the 'Monarch Butterfly Boardwalk' through the Monarch Grove, and check out the visitors center. There's simply nothing like it.

Don’t want to go anywhere? Why not just sit on the porch and watch it all happen… Directly in front of our house the people watching is fantastic as is the parade of abundant sea life: otters, dolphins, whales, pelicans, and more. With binoculars, a cup of coffee, or a glass of wine in hand; sunrise, sunset, and all day long, West Cliff will put on a show, and you will have a front row seat.

Small Weddings and Other Gatherings of 50 or less Considered for an Additional Fee.

Please call Gia, with booking inquires and questions.

Mahalo!

Property manager

Gretchen "Gia" Bach

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
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

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Cowell's Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Main Beach - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Steamer Lane Supply - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Parish Publick House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West Cliff Ohana Hale pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at West Cliff Ohana Hale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Cliff Ohana Hale?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West Cliff Ohana Hale located?

Nestled on the beach, this Westside Santa Cruz holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lighthouse Field State Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Family reunion

Great place, Awesome location it was perfect for our cousin trip..Defiantly would recommend to freind!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanon L.

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

Family Vacation

The house was great for our large family group. Very close to the beach and lots of amenities. We're looking forward to booking this house for next year's trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Mom’s Birthday

We loved the house and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Great location

Great location, walking distance to downtown and right next to Its beach. Clean, comfortable, and spacious property with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Great Beach House

We loved our stay. It had everything to make a week at the beach a superlative experience, with a terrific back yard full of fun activities as well as a lovely interior with loads of space. Something for everyone in our family to enjoy. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole B.

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

Front and back yard

We loved watching sunrise and sunset in front of fire out front while kids rode bikes and scooters. The backyard activities had something for everyone. The house lends itself to different spaces for quiet or more active activities. We walked and biked everywhere! Boardwalk, beac, etc...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

A bit of paradise!

This home was beautiful and had everything we needed and more. The fire pit in the front yard allows for a beautiful ocean view and great people watching! The backyard is perfect for adults and children both. We come to Santa Cruz often and this house was one of our favorites. We will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Wonderful home base for a beach weekend

The house was clean, very well equipped, with plenty of space and lots of entertainment for all family members, including the hot tub and outdoor shower. Beautiful ocean views, friendly people and dogs going by, quick walk to beaches or grocery. We especially appreciated the kitchen, with all the equipment and appliances needed to make meals easy for the whole family. Sitting and watching the pelicans fly by might have been our favorite part. We made wonderful memories here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenneth d.

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

west cliff celebration

We celebrated my birthday with our two children and grandkids ages 11 and 14. The house was great. There were plenty of activities including a spa in the backyard to keep everyone busy. The location is spectacular and Gia is easy to reach with any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol v.

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

Great weekend getaway

Our group of women thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this lovely property. The house was clean, linens were lush and it was well stocked. Unfortunately, it rained most of the weekend so we did not get a chance to enjoy the backyard games, but the inside was spacious enough to accommodate a rainy afternoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Masaki A.

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

Awesome!

Great location, multiple surf spots close by, awesome amenities and cool house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoni D., Davis, CA

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

Wonderful home and location

We absolutely loved staying here. We could hear (and feel!) the waves crashing on West Cliff. The house and yard were simply magnificent and we all had so much fun! Bocce, ping pong, hot tub. It was all just great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Spring break

We had 2 families of 5. There was plenty of room for all of us. We loved the back yard, the big couches, and the well stocked kitchen. Gia and Amanda were fantastic. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony A.

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

Cliff house

We enjoyed the home as it had plenty of room for us. The property had so many activities for us and was very well kept. Gia was very helpful and made the whole process seamless. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J., San Rafael, California

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

Great escape to West cliff

The location combined with the size of the home was perfect for us & our cousins (total 4 adults, 6 kids). The house was well equipped with everything you need. The front & back yards are both very welcoming allowing the kids to be outside a lot too. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D., Pleasanton CA

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

Best of Santa Cruz!

Great house in an amazing location! Perfect for an extended family gathering - 4 generations. Well stocked with those kitchen items you always forget / need and lots of beach gear. Fill the wagon and walk to the dog beach. Definitely will come back to setup base camp to further explore the coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Birthday celebration with adult daughter, family and friends

8 adults and one little dog enjoyed a 4 night stay at this home. There was plenty of space to accommodate everyone, plus a large back yard with seating, boce, corn hole and hot tub. The front has a terrific seating area where you can look out on the Pacific ocean and people watch. The owners even provide binoculars for whale watching. The owners were very responsive with any communications that we had, and were generous with offering us late check out (unasked for, but welcomed) as the cleaning crew was not coming until the following day. Our group was able to explore Santa Cruz and enjoy walks along the coast from the property. The owners also provided a welcome basket which was appreciated. I would return to this property again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Great spot in Santa Cruz

So much to love about this property! Great location- walk to natural bridges one direction or the boardwalk the other way. The backyard has so many fun options- my kids played all the games. The host was helpful and responsive. My kids already want to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family visit to Santa Cruz

Perfect place for a stay. The back yard is so big with so much to do, it is hard not to just stay and play. Plenty of room for our family of 11 (two are toddlers). Great views from the front of the house, both inside and out. People watching, running/walking, along West Cliff Drive added to the fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Perfect location

You can't beat the location! Besides the fact that you are a short walk to all of the attractions, the house itself is perfect for a large group. We enjoyed people watching by the fire in the front yard and playing games and relaxing in the back yard. The home itself is even more spacious than we expected and it slept our group of 11 comfortably. Gia and Krista were great hosts and very communicative. We would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

marlies z., Kentfield

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

Great location, amazing backyard

Love the ocean view and super fun backyard. House has incredible indoor plants and is so. Ute and comfortable. Construction zone in front, due to storms and road falling out, but a blessing cuz no car traffic! Just walkers/runners and bikers!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille G.

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

Perfection

Everything about this place is perfect. Ideal getaway place to spend a relaxing and meaningful time with friends and family. Something for everyone. Beautiful views, close to amazing walks, cafes and beaches. Backyard was perfect for the little kids and teens. House was beautiful. Lovely art work, high ceilings, comfortable beds, very clean and organized. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelby v.

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

Great vibes for an extended family weekend

Our family loved this property. It was even better in person - which is always a pleasant surprise when booking vacation homes online. Well stocked home and a fabulous property manager made this an easy and memorable weekend to celebrate a 60th birthday with our loved ones. The brand new hot tub and the front yard firepit and patio set were show stoppers for us. Such a nice way to relax in the evenings. Thank you for being a fantastic host Gretchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine D.

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

Great House for a Family Gathering!

We recently stayed here for our daughter’s UC Santa Cruz graduation, and it was fantastic place to house our whole extended family. Since we hosted both sets of grandparents, an aunt, and ourselves, we needed a home that could accommodate all of us, and we were quite comfortable here. The views are outstanding, and we all enjoyed walking along West Cliff drive every day. The backyard is huge, and we made use of the bocce ball, corn hole, ping pong table, jacuzzi, and fire pit!! The interior is beautifully decorated, yet casual and comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian W.

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

A Perfect Family Christmas!!

This was the perfect property for our family holiday week. We had a jolly house full with 6 adults, 5 kids ages 3-9, and 2 dogs from 3 states! Clean, cozy, comfortable, convenient! Complete with Christmas tree! Spacious back yard for kids to run around, play with the dogs, let off steam. Cozy gas fire pit in front for more sedate relaxation. Nearby beaches, boardwalk and aquariums, so lots to do. Property manager was very responsive and obliging and really helped to make the week a holiday to remember.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

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Hosted by Gretchen "Gia" Bach

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