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TV, fireplace, table football, stereo
TV, fireplace, table football, stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$1,952
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 4 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Westside Santa Cruz holiday home include Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stagnaro Bros. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk

Summary:

Welcome to this stunning home located on West Cliff Drive! This one-of-a-kind property offers an unforgettable vacation experience with its ideal location and breathtaking natural beauty. This home consists of 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, and two private decks that provide the perfect vantage point to soak in the panoramic view of the beach, Boardwalk, and Wharf.



The Space:

- Comfortably sleeps up to 10 Guests (Ideal for 6 Adults and 4 kids as one room is double bunk beds)

- 4 bedrooms

- 4 bathrooms

- 3 parking spaces available in the driveway

- Fully stocked kitchen w/ drip coffee maker

- Living room upstairs & family room downstairs

- Patio with a Traeger Grill and new firepit area! There is a storage space for water toys, bikes, & surfboards



Note:

- No gatherings or parties allowed (strictly enforced)

- The exterior of this home is monitored by 24/7 surveillance recording devices for safety.

- Smart TVs with streaming capabilities (no local channels or cable).

- NO PETS



Guest Access:

Guests have complete access to the entire home.



The Neighborhood:

Santa Cruz, California, is a coastal town with a unique blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture. Known for its stunning beaches along West Cliff Drive, it's a paradise for sunbathers, surfers, and outdoor enthusiasts. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offers classic seaside fun with thrilling rides and amusements. The town's lively downtown area is dotted with eclectic shops, art galleries, and diverse dining options. Santa Cruz is also a hub for live music and cultural events, with the Santa Cruz Wharf offering spectacular ocean views and fresh seafood. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures or relaxation, Santa Cruz has it all, making it a dynamic and inviting coastal destination.



This is not a good place for gatherings or parties so please keep that in mind when booking this home. We are very respectful of our neighbors and will not tolerate loud noise past curfew and additional guests at the property.



Getting Around:

- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk + Main Beach (5 minute walk)

- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (20 minute drive)

- Henry Cowell (20-30 minute drive)

- The Mystery Spot (15 minute drive)

- Capitola Village (20 minute drive)

- Monterey Bay Aquarium (1 hour drive)

- New Leaf (grocery store) (5-10 minute drive)



Other Things to Note:

- You’ll have convenient driveway parking for up to three cars, with additional metered parking available along the street if needed. Please keep in mind that this house is in a busy neighborhood, so additional parking may be hard to come by.

- For outdoor cooking, enjoy our Traeger grill! We’re pleased to provide pellets, so you’re all set for some delicious BBQ.

- This home is perfectly situated near the lively wharf and boardwalk, where you’ll occasionally catch the sounds of nearby activity. It brings a bit of the city’s vibrant energy right to your doorstep, day and night! If you’re sensitive to noise or prefer a quieter retreat, this may not be the ideal fit for you.

- We have landscapers, pest service, and other property maintenance done on a weekly basis. You may see or hear these service professionals during your stay as they let themselves into the backyard to service as needed. Please be sure to ask about this before booking if you think it might be an issue for you.

- TV is a smart tv with streaming capabilities. There are no cable or local channels.

- The exterior of this home is monitored by 24/7 surveillance recording devices for safety.

- We are required to stick to our cancellation policy and we suggest adding trip insurance for any last minute issues that may impact your travel (Weather, Illness, etc). We are not able to cancel, move or refund bookings that do not fall in our cancellation policy for any reason.



**Booking Requirements**



To help ensure a safe and secure experience for our guests and homeowners, the primary guest is required to complete identity verification and sign O'Neal Vacation Rentals' Vacation Rental Agreement after booking confirmation. Instructions will be provided shortly after your reservation is confirmed.



Guests wishing to review the Vacation Rental Agreement before booking may find it on the O'Neal Vacation Rentals website under the "Vacation Rental Agreements" section.



By booking, you acknowledge and agree to complete all required pre-arrival documentation. Failure to complete required documentation may affect your ability to access the property and may result in cancellation of the reservation where permitted by the booking platform and applicable policies.



Interaction with Guests:

OVR is local in Santa Cruz and available for questions at any time!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Primary booking guest must complete identity verification and sign O'Neal Vacation Rentals' Vacation Rental Agreement prior to arrival. Guests may ...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk?

Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,952, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk?

Yep, Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk is a short 2-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Does Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk?

No, Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk?

No, pets are not allowed.

Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for visiting the boardwalk and wharf!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot great house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James H W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, responsive, VRBO host and excellent excellent and I respect
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Clean house. Beautiful view. Good for large group. No water pressure. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great clean home. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryrose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every review has covered how great the location is but I just have to stress how stunning the house itself is. CLEAN, well stocked with everything you need, a true home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Santa Cruz house made for a dreamy beach getaway—ideal location within walking distance of the beach and pier, beautiful rooms, a well-appointed kitchen, and a great view. The owners were helpful and communicative and overall it was a lovely, easy vacation. Thank YOU!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary L.

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

Location, Location, Location!

What a fun place to stay for a Santa Cruz vacation. Loved 4th bedroom with 2 bunks, perfect for the kids. Loved 4 bathrooms. Walked to food and fun. We didn’t drive after we arrived, except for redwood hike at Cowell - gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Perfect location

We absolutely loved our stay for our end of girl scout years! We loved thebhouse, the distance to everything was perfect. Truly enjoyed the house too! Perfect for people watching too! The train went by too. We could have stayed a lot longer comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlie T.

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

Big and beautiful house!!

This house is nice and big with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms! It’s beautiful, has an ocean view and is in the perfect location to the wharf, beach and boardwalk!! You can easily have two families staying here with all the bathrooms and there are two living rooms!! We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Beautiful property and location

The house is wonderful and we were very comfortable and happy with our stay. We couldn’t check in on time because it was still being cleaned and we were not provided with a late checkout which doesn’t seem fair. We would definitely stay again in low season because the high season rates are out of our price range.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Graduation

It’s was a great place for our family to come and celebrate our graduate. The proximity to the beach, boardwalk, rides and pier was perfect. We also walked to market area and had some great meals and entertainment. The Ideal Restaurant across the street was great food and fast and did a great job accommodating our group of 8. We also ordered in from the Mission Street BBQ.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey J.

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

Location location location!

This home met all our expectations and more! The location is exactly what we were looking for. We could walk out the door and had everything we could want: the beach, the pier, the boardwalk, and all the restaurants and shops we could ask for. The house was set up perfectly for our family. There are beach toys in the garage for our use, kitchen fully equipped, and the views were amazing. The beds were comfortable and plenty of seating. We could have easily had multiple families here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was amazing. Easy to walk everywhere. House was in great shape. Very spacious for 9 of us. Kids all piled into the bunk room. It was a bit noisy overnight each night (traffic/re-supply trucks to boardwalk/seagulls!!) that it was tough to leave the windows open. Otherwise we had zero complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lacy H.

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

Will plan future trips around this house's availability

We absolutely loved the location! The beds were comfortable. There's even a drawer full of toys and games. Everything we needed for the beach was provided. It was perfect for our little family but has TONS of room for us to bring friends next time. It's affordable and comfortable. The only thing was the dryer didn't seem to be heating fully enough to dry our laundry, but that's an easy fix!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenna W.

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

Location, location, location

Imagine your own little island but it’s a stone’s throw from everything! We came to Santa Cruz to celebrate our son’s 16th birthday and had a blast, even with rainy days. The layout of the house is perfect for a big group and the house is stocked with everything you could need. Host is so nice and Johnny-on-the-spot with communication. Will definitely seek out this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana L.

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

Our stay was perfect from start to finish!

We rented the house for a weekend family getaway. Cody & Grace with the management co. were amazing. They responded quickly to my emails and were very helpful & thorough with details. The house and views are beyond breathtaking. The house is beautifully designed & decorated. It's kept very clean & the beds were very comfortable. I highly recommend this home to anyone who will appreciate & take care of it so it's just as beautiful for our families next trip there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura Z.

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

Fabulous!

We enjoyed our stay tremendously. The home was spacious and tailored for several people to all have their own space if they chose. The open kitchen allowed us to all to cook and mingle freely. We opened the doors to the balcony to see and hear all that Santa Cruz has to offer. We parked our vehicles and walked everywhere for 4 days. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

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

Sweet 16 celebration

We brought our daughter and her friends to Santa Cruz to celebrate her 16th birthday. The house was perfectly located so the girls could walk to the beach/boardwalk/wharf. The house was beautiful, clean and had great views. The kitchen table only seats 4 (on the main kitchen level) which is challenging when you have a household of 9...but we made it work! We had an absolutely lovely time and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

Large, comfortable home across the street from the beach

Plenty of beds and bathrooms, and a large gathering space on each floor. It seemed strange that the lower floor had 2 large couches and the upper floor (with the kitchen) only had one (we like food). The dining table only sat 6, but we found a larger folding table in a closet and used that. Otherwise, it was a great place for a family gathering. The wharf and main beach are just across the road, which is very convenient. Noise wasn’t an issue, but we were there mid-May during the week. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Location, location, location

Property is in an awesome (albeit not very private) spot right near the boardwalk and wharf. Clean, spacious, and well laid out, we had a great time. One note-. There is a beach parking lot for 20 or so cars almost directly below the bottom deck. This lot was CLOSED when we stayed due to construction, but if it were open I could see some people feeling a lack of privacy, particularly on the lower level
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

Walkable and Lots of Space

The place is exactly as pictured with great ocean views and lots of space with an upstairs and downstairs living room. Lots of walkable restaurants and basically across the street from the pier. Very convenient! Plenty of cookware and dishware to make yourself at home. It is on a one way street so it took a loop or two to find it for the first time. Just look for the blue house! Other than that no complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Amazing location

This property is within steps of the beach and the wharf. Walking distance to the boardwalk. House is spacious and clean and has every amenity/tool in the kitchen (except for a pizza cutter). Grocery stores are a short drive away. I brought my daughter and 4 of her friends here for her 16th birthday and it couldn't have been better!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

john M.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026