Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff
House in Opal Cliffs, CA
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Welcome to our casual and charming Santa Cruz vacation rental, Casa La Sirena, located in Santa Cruz along the beautiful Monterey Bay. Our Mexican style cottage with lush tropical gardens offers comfortable accommodations for six people – the home includes three bedrooms and two baths. Free wifi, DIRECTV, and Netflix. We also accept small to medium size dogs upon approval and charge $40 per dog. Please submit a pet approval request by providing the breed, age, and approximate weight. Please note pets are not to be left alone unless crated in the rental or left unattended in the backyard to avoid any issues.
Our home is located a few doors away from a security gated and dog friendly beach on Pleasure Point- world famous surf destination. On prestigious Opal Cliff Drive, a short stroll from Capitola Village (voted one of the “West's 20 Best Small Towns” by Sunset Magazine, March 2009) we are close to boutique shopping, restaurants, entertainment, beaches, surfing, fishing, sailing, golfing, hiking, redwoods, vineyards and more. We are conveniently located 40 minutes from the San Jose International Airport, 1 1/2 hours south of San Francisco, and 30 minutes North of Monterey/Carmel.
Location: Our home is located a few doors away from a security gated and dog friendly beach on Pleasure Point- a well-known surf destination with several consistent, high quality surf breaks. On prestigious Opal Cliff Drive, a short stroll from Capitola Village (voted one of the “West's 20 Best Small Towns” by Sunset Magazine, March 2009). Two blocks from surf shops, surf and bike rentals, restaurants, coffee shops and neighborhood shopping.
Santa Cruz: Santa Cruz, located in the northwest corner of the Monterrey Bay Sanctuary, is the original “Surf City” of California, where the ocean and mountains meet to create a unique recreational area. Santa Cruz has a relaxed, friendly and eclectic atmosphere with great beaches, world class surfing, fishing, sailing, kayaking, redwood forests, backpacking and biking trails, great restaurants, organic farms, wineries, golfing and more. Stroll through downtown to shop, dine, enjoy live entertainment and absorb the local vibe. Santa Cruz also features the Beach Boardwalk, the quintessential amusement park on the sand; the City Wharf, where you can fish, shop and enjoy the local seafood and the University of California Santa Cruz, with a student body greater than 10,000.
Nearby: Take a 10 minute drive to Nisene Marks Forest to enjoy serene nature, hike, jog or bike through 30 miles of trails through coastal redwoods. Head up the Santa Cruz Mountains to enjoy the scenery, hike the vast number of trails and visit quaint mountain towns and wineries. Drive forty minutes around the Bay to the cities of Monterrey and Carmel to visit the Monterrey Bay Aquarium, shopping, fine dining or play in world famous golf courses.
Our home is located a few doors away from a security gated and dog friendly beach on Pleasure Point- world famous surf destination. On prestigious Opal Cliff Drive, a short stroll from Capitola Village (voted one of the “West's 20 Best Small Towns” by Sunset Magazine, March 2009) we are close to boutique shopping, restaurants, entertainment, beaches, surfing, fishing, sailing, golfing, hiking, redwoods, vineyards and more. We are conveniently located 40 minutes from the San Jose International Airport, 1 1/2 hours south of San Francisco, and 30 minutes North of Monterey/Carmel.
Location: Our home is located a few doors away from a security gated and dog friendly beach on Pleasure Point- a well-known surf destination with several consistent, high quality surf breaks. On prestigious Opal Cliff Drive, a short stroll from Capitola Village (voted one of the “West's 20 Best Small Towns” by Sunset Magazine, March 2009). Two blocks from surf shops, surf and bike rentals, restaurants, coffee shops and neighborhood shopping.
Santa Cruz: Santa Cruz, located in the northwest corner of the Monterrey Bay Sanctuary, is the original “Surf City” of California, where the ocean and mountains meet to create a unique recreational area. Santa Cruz has a relaxed, friendly and eclectic atmosphere with great beaches, world class surfing, fishing, sailing, kayaking, redwood forests, backpacking and biking trails, great restaurants, organic farms, wineries, golfing and more. Stroll through downtown to shop, dine, enjoy live entertainment and absorb the local vibe. Santa Cruz also features the Beach Boardwalk, the quintessential amusement park on the sand; the City Wharf, where you can fish, shop and enjoy the local seafood and the University of California Santa Cruz, with a student body greater than 10,000.
Nearby: Take a 10 minute drive to Nisene Marks Forest to enjoy serene nature, hike, jog or bike through 30 miles of trails through coastal redwoods. Head up the Santa Cruz Mountains to enjoy the scenery, hike the vast number of trails and visit quaint mountain towns and wineries. Drive forty minutes around the Bay to the cities of Monterrey and Carmel to visit the Monterrey Bay Aquarium, shopping, fine dining or play in world famous golf courses.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Opal Cliffs, CA
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Reviews
10.0
Third year we have stayed at Casa La Sirena.The house is well equipped and is in walking distance of pretty much everything.
10.0
Very nice very well appointed in a very good location close to beaches and village
10.0
It was great and it is pet friendly. Super cute house perfect for 6 people
10.0
This was a beautiful, safe place to stay and Ms. Chee was wonderful to communicate with - greatly enjoyed staying here and would definitely consider staying here again in the future! Thank you.
4.0
The reviews for this property are why we choose it but, I don’t understand how they wrote them. The house needs a scrubbing!! Take a wet paper towel and rub it a few times on the kitchen floor and it is black. Carpet is dirty and needs to be professionally cleaned or replaced. House has strong smell if pets and fragrance used to cover up pest smell. Each time
we changed our 1 year old’s socks, they were very dirty just from walking around the house.
Several other items need addressing:
-Hood over gas stove is installed incorrectly and doesn’t vent air to exterior causing buildup of CO (safety/code issue)
-Light switch in master bedroom missing faceplate making it easy for little fingers to get electrocuted (safety issue)
-Several handles came off when simply opening kitchen cabinets
-Master bathroom which is attached to master bedroom and has no window to outside has a broken vent fan. When smells are made in there, they have no where to go but into the bedroom/living area.
-Blinds in each room were all bought too short resulting in lots of light coming in for people attempting a vaca sleep in.
-Kitchen disposal didn’t work
Also, be advised they are building a large house directly across the street. Each morning 6-10 trucks show up and begin work at around 8. They were roofing during the time we were there so saws, nailers, compressors all day. This wouldn’t have changed my decision to stay here but, I would have appreciated some transparency from the listing
10.0
This is the second year in a row and I have reservations for next year. We simply love the place and its location. We come back annually to meet up with our family and enjoy the great weather and fantastic city. The house is perfect
10.0
Wonderful, comfortable cottage! Perfect for a weekend or a whole week! Walkable to village…surfing…restaurants. We loved it!
10.0
The home is beautiful and stocked with amenities such as towels, bedding, beach equipment, dog bowls, laundry necessities, and even coffee grounds. The home was very clean and inviting and the backyard was great. The beds were all very comfortable with plenty of blankets. The home is located within 20 minutes of everything. The boardwalk is about 20 minutes away, Capitola Village is less than ten minutes away, and the Mystery Spot was 20 minutes away. It is close to shopping and restaurants. The beach that is a short walk away is a bit deceiving. The beach is maybe 150 yards wide and not one that you can set up an umbrella and spend the day. The tide is very high and mainly for surfing and locals who were not very welcoming of us out of towners. Overall we had a wonderful quick getaway and highly recommend staying at this beautiful vacation home. The owner, Akemi, was so sweet and wonderful to talk to.
10.0
Casa La Serina was so much fun! The cottage is clean, comfortable and wonderfully decorated. It's conveniently located. We were able to walk to the beach, Capitola pier area, and into town for shopping. We will definitely be back.
10.0
First off the communication from the owner is great, secondly the location of this property is perfect. We stayed here with our daughter and twin 4 year old granddaughters. They just loved "their" beach house, which is very comfortable and very well appointed. The owner has gone the extra mile in providing everything you would need for a wonderful stay. We will be coming back!
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean, and very pet friendly, just as described. The location was super close to the beach. We would definitely come back!
10.0
A group of us stayed here for a weekend getaway and it was perfect! We were incredibly comfortable in the space and it had everything we needed and more. The hosts were incredibly responsive and left thoughtful recommendations for us to enjoy the surrounding area. I would absolutely recommend staying here!
10.0
Very nice property. Short walk to Capitola. The house is exactly as described. Every thing you will need.
8.0
Great location and really liked the layout of the home. it was very comfortable and there was two living room areas for us and the kids. The only things that I would say should be addressed is that the shower heads need to be replaced/fixed. It would also be nice to get a filtered water option since there is no automatic icemaker or water in the refrigerator door. The communication was wonderful.
10.0
Great location, close to the ocean and walking distance to shopping, dining. Lots of options. We walked over for a coffee shop/ice cream outing one afternoon which was nice. Plenty of gear provided for our kids and us adults. Bikes, beach cart, fully stocked laundry area, coffee, etc. Just plan to bring your own shampoo/conditioner as Santa Cruz no longer allows the mini sizes to be offered. Akemi was quick to respond to our questions and a gracious host. It's a charming property, we loved it!
10.0
What a fun beach bungalow! Location was key - we were able to walk to the beach, to stores and restaurants. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Loved the decor, the layout of the house, the cozy bedding/blankets, and the overall vibe of Casa La Sirena. The owners were incredibly thoughtful, detail-oriented, and easy to communicate with. Hoping to be back next year!
10.0
We had a very nice, comfortable stay. Our host responded very quickly for questions we had at checkin. One thing is that the garbage cans should be labeled regular trash and recycling.
Would definitely stay again.
10.0
We always enjoy staying here for our annual family trip…
10.0
The house was absolutely beautiful. It was clean and close to everything. I chose it because the house was dog friendly. The house was dog ready, but the owner was fussy about me brining my dog, so I ended-up leaving him at home. That was the only issue. Choose if they want dogs are not and have it reflect truthfully in the ad.
10.0
My family and I, including our dog really enjoyed our stay. Lots of places to see and do within walking distance from the property. The property itself was clean, nice backyard, everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Thank you!
10.0
The property was beautiful. It was clean and fully stocked with supplies. I have already made reservations for next year.
10.0
The property was amazing. Quiet and comfortable. Very well equipped. Host was very responsive. We can't wait to stay there again.
10.0
Lovely property - just the right place to spend a summer vacation!
10.0
The property was perfect for our vacation with all of our needs anticipated. It was the perfect size and we loved hanging out and dining under the stars in the back yard
10.0
Comfortable home close to beach and Capitola shops. My family of four really enjoyed our stay.
10.0
I was at the house Casa Sirena, with a friend from Alaska to enjoy the beach and train for an open water swim. We were easy walking distance from Privates, a small secluded beach with a beautiful garden, a longer walk to Capitola and a short drive to many other Santa Cruz Beaches! We were also able to walk to the Hook and Pleasure Point to watch surfing! The house is relaxing and beautifully decorated with a nice sized, very secure yard for the dog hang out in (supervised of course). The yard also is nice to spend time in with beach chairs and tables. The garage had boogie boards and bicycles! One of my favorite places to stay in Santa Cruz!
10.0
My family had a nice stay and we enjoyed the colorful home and peaceful back yard. The location was very convenient.
10.0
Comfortable, convenient and fully supplied. We will definitely return.
10.0
Two friends and I stayed at Casa La Sirena and had a great time. It's clean, comfortable and in a great location. We were able to walk to restaurants and coffee shops on 41st street as well as access the beautiful walking/biking path that runs along the Pleasure Point beaches. We did not use the beach toys in the garage, but there were toys, bikes and a wagon available if needed. I'd highly recommend Casa La Sirena for anyone staying in the Santa Cruz/Capitola area.
10.0
We were completely pleased with our stay at this charming property. Equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals and enjoy a quiet night’s sleep. It is conveniently located near a beach, coffee shops, shopping and Capitola Village. Akemi was readily available to help with questions. We would definitely stay again.
10.0
Perfect casa to make family memories.
Well equipped kitchen , comfortable beds, nice backyard.
Walk to beach or downtown capitola for coffee, shopping, dinner.
10.0
Great stay and awesome location!
10.0
We rental this house for a friends reunion and thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house is uniquely painted and decorated. It is only a short walk to beach access, maybe 2 minutes where the views are stunning! Coffee and miscellaneous shops are only a 5-7 minute walk away and the shops in Capitola are a 15 minute walk. The home has a nice little backyard with seating and nice landscaping. We enjoyed wine out there each day while the sun was out. The beds and pillows are very comfortable. Our host was very friendly and responsive from booking to departure. Wonderful rental!!
10.0
Loved everything about Casa La Sirena. Host was super responsive, amenable to all requests, and unbelievably gracious. Location is brilliant. Had a great time!
5.0
Looks nice on the outside. Could use some updates on the inside.
10.0
We had a great time at this property. The house is great and located within an easy walk to the beach and local shops and restaurants.
10.0
We had an amazing stay at La Sirena and look forward to returning. We fell in love with the neighborhood over the summer and knew we had to return with our daughter. This cozy, colorful home is the perfect size and location for our family of three (plus two dogs). We are so grateful La Sirena was dog friendly so we could enjoy with our whole family. La Sirena is the first home we’ve stayed that was dog friendly but PRISTINE. My daughter and I are very allergic to cats and short-haired dogs. The leather sofas were comfy and didn’t make us sneeze! I was a little nervous when I saw the plush carpet in the bedrooms but to my delight - no issues! The colorful walls and decor created a lovely backdrop to for our rest and relaxation. My husband said La Sirena gave him a happy scent memory - it smelled like his Aunties home. Our dogs enjoyed their stay too and appreciated being able to stretch their legs in the backyard and found the “facilities” spacious and pleasant. :O) The provided dog “earth offering bags” on the door handle were such a thoughtful touch! Instructions throughout the home were easy and much appreciated. Having a washer and dryer is such a perk and though we didn’t use them this time we loved the availability of the bikes, a beach wagon, and more. Akemi has thought of everything! This beautiful home is walking distance to the beach cliff path, coffee (Cat & Cloud is a fave), great restaurants (try Canton!), and an incredible indie bookshop (Two Birds). Further up 41st are several grocery stores, Target, and Capitola village is just under a mile away. There’s a mall nearby if that’s your jam. Akemi was a lovely hostess and we look forward to our next stay!
10.0
Beautiful home. Just beautiful.
10.0
This is a really interestingly decorated in Spanish style Casita. The kitchen is very well equipped with a lot of appliances including blender mixer and nice match set of dishes and silver for 8. Very sweet private backyard with real grass! You might want to know that Other than a very large master bedroom, the rooms are small. Very comfortable beds, and very Friendly communications with the host.
10.0
We had a wonderful stay. Home is cozy and conveniently located.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Opal Cliffs?
The average price for a rental in Opal Cliffs is $818 per night. This rental is $85 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff. 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 Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Casa La Sirena, Charming Mexican Style Beach Cottage on Opal Cliff?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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