Summary:
This La Selva Beach home sits just 150 yards from Manresa State Beach, ideal for extended 30-day stays with its fully equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, and two private Spanish-style courtyards. Three bedrooms sleep up to six guests, while the open-concept living space and four-car parking make it perfect for remote workers, traveling professionals, or families relocating to the Santa Cruz area. Walk two minutes to miles of sandy coastline, or drive 20 minutes north to downtown Santa Cruz and the Beach Boardwalk.
The Space:
The open floor plan connects living, dining, and kitchen spaces under skylights that flood the home with natural light. The living room features a plush sofa, loveseat, and TV with streaming options. The dining table seats 6 with sliding door access to the patio. The kitchen comes with full-size refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, and all cookware and dining ware you'll need.
Bedroom 1: Queen bed, patio access, ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo and single vanity 🛁
Bedroom 2: Queen bed, patio access
Bedroom 3: Full bed
Second full bathroom with shower/tub combo and single vanity.
Two Spanish-style courtyards offer private outdoor space for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Washer and dryer in-unit. WiFi throughout. Garage parking for 2 cars plus driveway space for 2 more. The fireplace is decorative only and not available for guest use.
☀️ Summer means endless beach days and warm evenings on the patio.
❄️ Winter brings serene coastal walks, whale-watching season, and stunning sunsets without the crowds.
Guest Access:
Self check-in details provided before arrival.
🅿️ Parking for 4 vehicles total: 2 in the garage and 2 in the driveway. The home is in a quiet residential neighborhood with easy beach access.
The Neighborhood:
You're 150 yards from Manresa State Beach, an easy 2-minute walk to sand and surf. Aptos Village is 10 minutes away with local restaurants and shops. Downtown Watsonville is 15 minutes away, where you'll find the historic 1923 Fox Theater, Callaghan Park Cultural Center, and the Watsonville State Wildlife Area. 🍺 Head north 20 minutes to Santa Cruz for the Beach Boardwalk and thriving downtown, or to funky Capitola Village with its colorful waterfront. Drive 30 miles south to Monterey for the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, whale-watching tours, and kayaking adventures. Local farmers markets and the coastal rail trail offer more ways to explore the area year-round.
Getting Around:
Highway 1 runs along the coast and connects you to Santa Cruz (20 minutes north), Monterey (45 minutes south), and San Jose (50 minutes east via Highway 17). The home is about 75 miles south of San Francisco, roughly a 90-minute drive. Santa Cruz County airports and San Jose International Airport are the closest options for air travel.
Other Things to Note:
• Pets: Not allowed — a fine will be assessed at checkout if evidence of a pet is found
• Washer/Dryer: In-unit
• Parking: 4 cars maximum
• Fireplace is decorative only and not available for guest use
• Permit #221142
• Minimum stay: 30 days
