The View You Want At the Beach!
4.6
Outstanding(41 Reviews)House in Santa Cruz, CA
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Permit 211284
The View You Want!
Sleeps 10, 4 bedrooms. 2 full baths. 1 has a bath tub. Parking for 3 cars in the newly paved driveway. Recently refurbished in 2015-2016, Built in 1883 This is a spacious 2,400 sq. ft. historic farm home that has belonged to the same family since 1912 with large Great Room windows and a 1200 sq.ft. redwood deck and a brick patio with a nicely sized outdoor table and a rock fire ring overlooking the Twin Lakes Beach and 7th Avenue Lighthouse, and the Harbor Beach, the Waves, the Sailboats gracefully drifting in and out of the Harbor.
Beautiful sunsets @ the beach and at the home.
Just 1/2 block to the beach. The kitchen and entertainment room have refinished hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, marble and butcher block counter tops and a mini bar. The entertainment room features a 60 inch flat panel screen and 5.1 surround sound system.
In The Great Room the Living Room and Dining Room are at each end with original hardwood floors and large wool oriental carpets. Dining table seats 8 (16 with the leaves).
The Primary bedroom with a king bed has a wonderful view from large windows facing the lake and beach. It also has a private door on the downstairs bath. This bathroom has a shower/tub with handicapped rails and a door onto the hall. The 2nd floor has additional bedrooms. The 1st bedroom has a Double bed with large windows facing the lake and ocean. The 2nd bedroom has large windows facing the ocean a queen bed and two twin bunk beds. The 3rd bedroom has a double bed. The bathroom upstairs is large with a shower and front loading laundry machines. All of the hardwood floors upstairs have been refinished.
Extra Sleeping upstairs with 2 twins.
The deck has a teak table with 8 chairs. There are four large adjustable deck chairs and a beautiful ocean view. the brick patio with the fire pit has 8 Adirondack chairs and a charcoal BBQ
WI-FI internet at the home. 5 min drive to Capitola, 5 min drive to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. 5 min walk to the yacht harbor.
all are easy are biking distance.
TOT Certificate #CO00115
The View You Want!
Sleeps 10, 4 bedrooms. 2 full baths. 1 has a bath tub. Parking for 3 cars in the newly paved driveway. Recently refurbished in 2015-2016, Built in 1883 This is a spacious 2,400 sq. ft. historic farm home that has belonged to the same family since 1912 with large Great Room windows and a 1200 sq.ft. redwood deck and a brick patio with a nicely sized outdoor table and a rock fire ring overlooking the Twin Lakes Beach and 7th Avenue Lighthouse, and the Harbor Beach, the Waves, the Sailboats gracefully drifting in and out of the Harbor.
Beautiful sunsets @ the beach and at the home.
Just 1/2 block to the beach. The kitchen and entertainment room have refinished hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, marble and butcher block counter tops and a mini bar. The entertainment room features a 60 inch flat panel screen and 5.1 surround sound system.
In The Great Room the Living Room and Dining Room are at each end with original hardwood floors and large wool oriental carpets. Dining table seats 8 (16 with the leaves).
The Primary bedroom with a king bed has a wonderful view from large windows facing the lake and beach. It also has a private door on the downstairs bath. This bathroom has a shower/tub with handicapped rails and a door onto the hall. The 2nd floor has additional bedrooms. The 1st bedroom has a Double bed with large windows facing the lake and ocean. The 2nd bedroom has large windows facing the ocean a queen bed and two twin bunk beds. The 3rd bedroom has a double bed. The bathroom upstairs is large with a shower and front loading laundry machines. All of the hardwood floors upstairs have been refinished.
Extra Sleeping upstairs with 2 twins.
The deck has a teak table with 8 chairs. There are four large adjustable deck chairs and a beautiful ocean view. the brick patio with the fire pit has 8 Adirondack chairs and a charcoal BBQ
WI-FI internet at the home. 5 min drive to Capitola, 5 min drive to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. 5 min walk to the yacht harbor.
all are easy are biking distance.
TOT Certificate #CO00115
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Family friendly
Map of Santa Cruz, CA
Reviews
4.6
Outstanding(41 Reviews)4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This house is perfect for our family. We are very comfortable with the house. Great location and views. Multi generational family. Everyone enjoyed their visit.
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was very comfortable for kids and adults. The short walk to the beach was great for all. We’re scheduled for the same time slot next year.
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family of 10 ranging from 6-65 rented the house for a long weekend. The house was perfect for us with enough bedrooms and living space to give us room to spread out but also gather for games and meals. The house was well equipped with everything we needed. The best part was the deck annd the view of the ocean. Would highly recommend.
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a perfect place for friends and family to stay for my daughter's wedding! Could not be better!
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great family vacation. This was our second year at this house, and we have put in our reservation for next year.The location is perfect with plenty of room for all of us. There are a few items that need to be upgraded. A LED strip should be installed around the uneven steps at the top of the stairs to avoid anyone tripping at night. The light switch midway on the rail is not in a good location. The lighting in the dining, sitting and TV area quite dim. The overhead fixtures need to be cleaned and brighter bulbs installed. For safety reasons, there should be an outside light to illuminate the back steps and the edge of the patio to avoid someone stepping off the deck since there is no railing.
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was Year 3 that My Family has rented 2-980 ECD ..Let’s just say it’s not available that week in 2024:) We have been running the Whraf to Wharf for 16 years .. We have stayed in a few other rentals this 1 meets our needs being on the course of our runners who participate in the WTW:) Thank You Bailey’s!
4.6
Great location and you can see and walk to the local beach, the harbor and lighthouse, and the Boardwalk. You're on East Cliff drive, but the property is elevated above street level so it does feel separated from the traffic even if you hear the random harley ride by.
The home is accurate to the pictures and description. The kitchen is well equipped, there is plenty of living space for 10+ people, the beds are comfortable, the linens are clean.
My family unanimously voted to book again next summer
4.6
We were more than pleased with the property. I was concerned that this 140 years house would be cold & drafty, but it was quite comfortable. We did not need to use the heater at all. It has a nice TV, but we enjoyed the view so much we never watched TV at all. The beds & pillows were clean & comfortable; we all slept well. The showers were good; with 6 people taking showers we had plenty of hot water. The was a fairly new washer & dryer. This house has many picture depicting the history of this old, but charming house. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again.
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Would recommend this location. Only problem was the tv would not work.
4.6
We enjoyed our time in this "vintage" beach house. The home is older and creaky as you move about but that is part of its charm. There were 11 of us. We were comfortable in the bedrooms and the dining table expanded to accommodate our group. The kitchen had enough pots and pans and other necessities for us to prepare our meals easily. The views of the ocean were enjoyed inside and out all week long. The home is accessed via a small street/alleyway but we had no issues with our 12 passenger van getting to the home or parking in the large driveway which would have accommodated at least one additional car. The management team had information regarding the rental at the house and clear expectations for the home and for check out. It was a very enjoyable week and we would not hesitate to stay here again!
4.6
First time all our family was together for Christmas for 12 years. House was beautiful. So well stocked with games kids were excited. Kitchen had everything we needed. View of beast/coast was wonderful. Great experience
4.6
It was cozy, clean, comfortable and convenient! We all had a great time!
4.6
just as advertised
4.6
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been staying at this property every year for several years and it is perfect for a large family gathering. We love sitting on the deck and watching the sun go down, the short walk to the beach, and the well stocked kitchen. It's a cozy home with great views!
4.6
The Best!
We had such a wonderful time! The house has so much personality. The location was great! The views were incredible!
4.6
Santa Cruz Family reunion
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location was good. Great view of beach and lagoon. Easy access to the beach. High trafficked area. Car noise. House worked ok, although we could have used another bathroom. For a house so close to beach, beach chairs and towels should be provided. The clothing dryer did not work properly. Needed to run it for a long while to get the clothing to dry. We had to request kitchen towels as there were only 2 provided for a weeks stay for 10 people. We were given an additional 2 which was inadequate. The deck and outside area was great and we enjoyed sitting on the spacious deck.
4.6
First Timers!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This beach house accommodations were just what we needed for our family. Plenty of space both inside and out.If you want to get out of the sun, the umbrella helps but there is no where to go outside. And the table is not where it is in the picture, it is out the sliding door. The original house was built around the late 1800's and has been upgraded, but there are places that show its age. It was a short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was very quiet. The street however, is very noisy with a lot of traffic. There were a couple things that were a negative: the bbq is not what the picture shows, so one of our kids brought their own (the bbq has a big gap in the back where it should be closed so airflow can be controlled), and there is no railing along the deck where someone could fall off and be injured. Be sure you write down the code, when calling as you enter because if you leave before the office opens there is no way to leave the key in the lockbox.
4.6
First Timers!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This beach house accommodations were just what we needed for our family. Plenty of space both inside and out.If you want to get out of the sun, the umbrella helps but there is no where to go outside. And the table is not where it is in the picture, it is out the sliding door. The original house was built around the late 1800's and has been upgraded, but there are places that show its age. It was a short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was very quiet. The street however, is very noisy with a lot of traffic. There were a couple things that were a negative: the bbq is not what the picture shows, so one of our kids brought their own (the bbq has a big gap in the back where it should be closed so airflow can be controlled), and there is no railing along the deck where someone could fall off and be injured. Be sure you write down the code, when calling as you enter because if you leave before the office opens there is no way to leave the key in the lockbox.
4.6
Cavy beat the view.
Lovely location. More if accurate vibe than other houses in the neighborhood but worked well for our family.
4.6
Really great views of the ocean and perfect layout and location for our large group. Really enjoyed the stay!
4.6
Santa cruz get away
Really great views of the ocean and perfect layout and location for our large group. Really enjoyed the stay!
4.6
End of the Year 2021 - Family & Friends Gathering - Awesome property, created great memories and looking forward to return
4.6
End of the Year 2021 - Family & Friends Gathering
End of the Year 2021 - Family & Friends Gathering - Awesome property, created great memories and looking forward to return
4.6
Beautiful place for extended family
It was perfect for our group, we loved the view of the ocean and the outside space, and the beds were really comfortable.
4.6
Great home, centrally located between Santa Cruz and Capitola. We enjoyed our morning coffee with bay/lighthouse views and had the most stunning sunsets from the large dual windows. The interior was cozy and clean with a vintage vibe.
No garage but we made it work and were even able to fit two large trucks and a full size car (with a little creative positioning) on the driveway.
4.6
Thanksgiving Getaway
Great home, centrally located between Santa Cruz and Capitola. We enjoyed our morning coffee with bay/lighthouse views and had the most stunning sunsets from the large dual windows. The interior was cozy and clean with a vintage vibe.
No garage but we made it work and were even able to fit two large trucks and a full size car (with a little creative positioning) on the driveway.
4.6
Mixed Bag
The exterior of the property is quite attractive and the outside seating is well done. The views are spectacular!
The interior is another story. Although the interior of the home is preserved as an ode to the past and there is indeed some charm, too much of it comes off as just old. The dishwasher was broken as well. The TV only gets about six channels in English. Why can't owners just pay for the basic package so visitors can at least watch ESPN. It rained two out of the four days we rented and a newer TV that we could have accessed Netflix and Prime on would have been helpful. A gas grill would make a huge difference.
4.6
Stayed here with our wedding friends and family for our wedding weekend in Santa Cruz. The house was perfect and in such a good location. We are local to the area but decided to stay on the beach for the weekend. House was furnished well and met all of our expectations. Would highly recommend and would love to stay here again.
4.6
Highly Recommend
Stayed here with our wedding friends and family for our wedding weekend in Santa Cruz. The house was perfect and in such a good location. We are local to the area but decided to stay on the beach for the weekend. House was furnished well and met all of our expectations. Would highly recommend and would love to stay here again.
4.6
Stay
The location was great but the inside of the house was not. We found rat or mouse poop under the couch and a mouse or rat ran across the table. The furniture is also very old and did not seem clean.
4.6
We had such a great time here. Great cooking kitchen, big comfortable couch and Window seat in tv room for movies! Many Nights sitting by our own fire pit. Everyone loved the beds. Loved having coffee in the morning looking at the ocean. Dinner outside overlooking the ocean!
Endless towels provided. LOVED OUR STAY!
4.6
The Views the views the views!!!!
We had such a great time here. Great cooking kitchen, big comfortable couch and Window seat in tv room for movies! Many Nights sitting by our own fire pit. Everyone loved the beds. Loved having coffee in the morning looking at the ocean. Dinner outside overlooking the ocean!
Endless towels provided. LOVED OUR STAY!
4.6
Great view
Loved this spot. Will visit again.
4.6
Very relaxing and perfect location!
Been staying on 12th Avenue and East Cliff for over 22 years! This house has a great deck with 3 great areas, one with chaise lounges which face the ocean, another area includes a fire pit, and a large table and umbrella which was great for playing games while watching the waves! The house has a great flat screen TV area and another dining and living room.. We are loved it!
4.6
Great location, but a little outdated
The location is wonderful, you cannot beat the views! We had plenty of room for the whole family and enjoyed the games and puzzles. The overall cleanliness was just ok. Some of the kitchen utensils were old and rusty and some walls and doors were a bit grimy. It's time to replace the frying pans with non-stick coating that's badly scratched.
4.6
Great house and location, excellent views
The house was spacious and great for our group. Close to the beach, with a great fire pit area,and epic views. Would definitely stay again.
4.6
Property was very clean, well stocked with supplies. Neighbors were no problem.
Overall very happy with our stay.
4.6
Great
What an amazing location.
4.6
2-980 East Cliff Drive
We loved our stay! The house is comfortably worn in and family friendly. We had 3 year old twins and a small dog with us. Everyone was comfortable and the location was perfect. We spent a good amount of our visit just sitting on the porch enjoying the view. We hope to come back someday.
4.6
This house was perfect size for our family of 8. We loved being able to walk to the beach or just stay at the house and sit around the fire pit listening to the ocean. The reason it didn't earn 5 stars is that it would have been nice to know that the house sits on a very busy street and you hear the traffic as much as the ocean. Also there is no extra toilet paper provided, only one roll per bathroom. There was no wood provided for the fire pit either. For the cost of renting this place, people should not have to go find a store and buy toilet paper and firewood.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Santa Cruz?
The average price for a rental in Santa Cruz is $474 per night. This rental is $739 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The View You Want At the Beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The View You Want At the Beach! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The View You Want At the Beach!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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