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Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz

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The view from the deck; January
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sunny and clean kitchen with ocean view and breezes

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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La Selva Beach, CA
  • Manresa State Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • La Selva Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

full bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz

The highlight of Holiday House is the view that you will enjoy from every room, and the very large deck set up for your relaxation, dining, whale watching, listening to bird song, and marveling at the sunset..followed by the twinkling lights of Santa Cruz up the shore. Easy access to Manresa State Beach. Surf, or watch the surfers, beach comb, fly a kite, surf cast: public access beach extends for more than 11 miles! Time spent indoors will be enhanced by the cozy living room, comfortable sofas and dining space, wall mounted 42" smart tv for movies and sports, and lots of books, games, and puzzles. Seriously cute and comfortable to visit, this house has a vintage modern vibe that is designed to be efficient, interesting, and welcoming. It was built in the 70's and features some original finishes and some newer. The 2 bedrooms (new carpet laid November 2021) are furnished with queen beds with new mattresses, bedding, and pillows (one bedroom has an additional twin with trundle bed) and the 1.5 baths are clean and well-appointed with plenty of higher quality towels and lighting. The kitchen is outfitted to cook 3 meals a day with virtually all the tools you expect, if you like that sort of thing! There is a washer and dryer on site, and a garage for your bikes or surfboards so you can unload and clean and lock 'em up.

Property manager

Lori Breen
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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
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 by the sea. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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La Selva Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Manresa State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Selva Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 19 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Sunset State Beach - 20 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Capitola Beach - 24 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 40 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Mule - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Corralitos Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz located?

This family-friendly Watsonville holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Manresa State Beach and Beer Can Beach. La Selva Beach is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Great for young families

I came to Holiday House with my two young kids for Spring Break. We loved the cozy charm and mid-century vibes. The kitchen has high end appliances and was well thought out with everything we needed. The bedrooms were very comfortable and linens were clean and plentiful. We loved Manresa State Beach, a short drive away and picture perfect California sunsets. We did encounter a few spiders during the week, but that’s not surprising considering the beautiful wildflower meadows on both sides of the house. The sunflowers, strawberries, and farm fresh eggs at check in were a delight! The proximity to Watsonville for groceries was a plus. Definitely check out Seascape Foods for last minute items, including Marianne’s ice cream! So happy I found this cozy beach cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Great house, amazing quiet neighborhood, so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

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

Great location

Great location between Monterey and Santa Cruz. Walkable to a beautiful beach. Hosts have done a great job ensuring anything you may need is in the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Great stay

Great place, clean great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

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

Great stay

Loved the property, the neighborhood, and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael & Madonna L.

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

Great location with views!

Had such a great stay at the "Holiday House"! The place is in such a great location and so close to the beach! Spotless inside and had everything you could possibly need. Definitely will be our go to place when we go back to the area. Owner was so easy to communicate with too if you have any questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Carol T.

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

Wonderful Stay

The Holiday House was exactly what we had hoped for. The home is very clean and well appointed. The beds were comfy and the deck was amazing. The deck has great ocean views and is a perfect morning coffee spot. Looking forward to renting again next year. Lori was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P.

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

Another great stay

We returned to this lovely house and had another wonderful vacation. The house is perfect for a family and the beach is fantastic. We feel so lucky to have found this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melisa E.

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

Great location

The house is a little run down, but the location made up for it in spades! I’d definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

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

a peaceful coastal hideaway

great little house for the kids and family to get together close to the beach but far from the crowds
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

SARA E.

Excellent beach home!

We really enjoyed our stay at Holiday House and highly recommend it! We loved the view and close proximity to the beautiful beach. We saw many whales on our stay in July, just awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Perfect place to stay

We had a great time, easy beach access and close to Capitola. House was perfect for a girls weekend away . We diffenately come back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

8/10 Good

Jackson B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4/5 Stars

The house was well equipped with kitchen and household items. It felt like a home. Beds were comfortable enough, and the host is very responsive. Some drawbacks include lack of upkeep in the front/back lawn areas, insects inside the house (ants and spiders), and lack of air conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

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

Beautiful Property with Great Views!

Super cool little cottage near the beach. Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth Anne R., Reno, NV, USA

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

Great little get away

We had a great time staying there. I would definitely recommend it if you want peace and quiet, kinda close to the beach. The only drawback is if stairs bother you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigit L.

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

Spring break fun

Great location between Monterey and Santa Cruz activities. Nice beach nearby. Quiet location and house had everything needed for cooking, cleaning clothes, and owners were easily available via text message
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily W., Sacramento, CA

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

Nice little place

We had a great spring break visit. Had family staying up the road at the KOA and it was great to have our own place but be close. 15 minutes away from most tourist locations. House was clean and had everything we would need. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Great home!!

We had a great stay! Everything we needed to be comfortable. Can't wait to come back. Thanks, Lori!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcie j.

Best vacation!

We loved our stay. The ocean view was spectacular. It was a short walk to the beach. The sunsets were beautiful. The chocolate chip cookies and dog treats were an extra bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

wallace w., Oakland, CA

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

Awesome spot

I loved this place. The location is great -short walk to the beach. The house is very well done-all the details are right. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosamaria P.

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

We had a great experience. We wanted to be away from the crowds and everyday noise.

Everybody had a great time. The dogs enjoyed running and playing free at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

gail m., Sacramento

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

Lovely comfortable place, with fantastic deck

The place was great- less than .3 miles to feet in sand. Very well equipped and Lori is very responsive. Looking forward to returning soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amelie C., Granby, Quebec, Canada

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

Amazing!

We really enjoy our stay at Lori’s! Thanks so much for everything! Amélie from Québec, Canada
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Great family beach escape.

Low key. Relaxing. And the view was as good as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Florian I.

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

Great time

We had a great time in La Selva Beach: the house, the terrace and the beach walks make us a wonderful stay. An unexpected nice surprice have been the fresh flowers and the fresh bread at our arrival. We really enjoyed the relaxing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lori Breen

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Your hosts are Kevin and Lori Breen, their daughter Lark, and Australian Shepherd Arlo. They chose this house because of the ocean view and dog-friendly (leash) beach access! Having recently purchased and furnished Holiday House, they realize the limits of their "free" time to enjoy it, and are opening it to others who share their ideas of a great place to recreate and relax.
Kevin is a Golf Course Superintendent, Lori is a nanny, Lark is a college student, and Arlo is the chaser of geese at Kevin's course. All four have different ideas of a perfect Holiday day, but sunset on the deck can't be beat.

Why they chose this property

It starts with the view and ends with the view, but the other factors were the peaceful and idyllic little neighborhood, the beautiful heather fields to the north, the pastoral few minutes on San Andreas Road through the eucalyptus groves, strawberry fields, and peeks of the ocean as you drive in from Highway 1. It is convenient to all that Santa Cruz offers without being near loud bars, restaurants, or college students...and Monterey has a different collection of draws: golf, the world famous aquarium, galleries and shops, 17 mile drive. But the best places we have found to enjoy are right in Aptos and Rio del Mar: Deluxe Foods, New Leaf Market, great BBQ, awesome breakfast joints, and lots of good vibes.

What makes this property unique

Surfers! Walk about 250 yards to Manresa State Beach. 20 min or less to all the other great breaks in Santa Cruz County. The beach is public access for 11 miles...lots of beach combing, kite flying, surf casting, boogie boarding, beach bonfires, whatever you like! Only 15 minutes from all the draws of Santa Cruz and Capitola: Beach Boardwalk, Downtown Santa Cruz, Natural Bridges Monarch Walk, Pasatiempo for golf, Forest of the Nisene Marks in Aptos for destination mountain biking. If you travel south, just 20-30 minutes away is Elkhorn Slough for wildlife and kayaking, 15 min further to Monterey and the world renowned aquarium, famous golf courses (Pebble Beach, Poppy Hill, Spyglass)

Languages:

English, Spanish

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