Pleasure Point Paradise! Beach and Lagoon Views!

Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
4.8
Outstanding(101 Reviews)

House in Opal Cliffs, CA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

This is our personal home which we have completely remodeled. This beach bungalow located on Moran Lake in Santa Cruz, near Capitola, is breathtaking and feels like your personal spa retreat. Situated in a very quiet neighborhood, it feels so removed from city life, yet close to all amenities. The beach is a 5 minute walk away, with Pleasure Point, the best surfing spot in Santa Cruz, 5 minutes in the other direction with panoramic views of Monterey Bay. Or stay in and relax in your own Hot Springs spa on the back deck. The home is open with lots of natural light from large windows overlooking the lake and feels larger than the square footage. The kitchen has all you need with a 1956 antique O'Keefe and Merritt gas stove. (It works great!) There are two large decks in the back that overlook the lake with peeks of Moran beach through the eucalyptus trees. The home is a mix of Asian and Hawaiian decor furnished with Japanese antiques. So we ask that you treat it with special care. It is best suited for a small family or 2 couples. For monthly or other rates, email us directly by clicking on Contact Owner. We have a firm NO ANIMAL policy; no exceptions.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, Santa Cruz County has increased their tax for vacation rentals to 14%. This will be reflected in an adjusted quote.

There is so much to do in Santa Cruz, it's almost difficult to know where to start. Santa Cruz and the Monterey area have many recreational and cultural diversions to keep you busy and entertained. The Santa Cruz Mountains provide wonderful hiking, mountain biking, and exploring in the beautiful state parks including Big Basin with its ancient redwoods, Nisene Marks, and Henry Cowell. Local attractions include the Beach Boardwalk, yacht harbor, municipal and Capitola wharfs, Monterey Aquarium, Elkhorn Slough, the Mystery Spot and the downtown Pacific Garden mall. UC Santa Cruz, Cabrillo Community College, and the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium offer many cultural events such as the annual Shakespeare Festival during the summer, musicals and plays, and symphony. The Boardwalk offers free outdoor concerts on Fridays during the summer. There also are wonderful local wineries in the Santa Cruz Mountains and Monterey with several wine festivals during the year. Water sports abound with world class surfing, sailing, fishing, kayaking, windsurfing, kitesurfing, swimming, diving (some of the most challenging but beautiful diving in the world) and paddle surfing. Santa Cruz is a very bike friendly town with bike lanes all through town and along the coastline. And there are many golf courses nearby and in Monterey.

There are also phenomenal restaurants and eateries all within a few minutes walk or drive. Is there a particular kind of cuisine you enjoy? I'm sure you can find it somewhere in Santa Cruz. We have several farmer's markets which provide some of the most delicious, freshest produce (mostly organic) and bakery items. Nearest movie theaters are only a mile away.

Come to play, explore, or relax. Our home and the environs will definitely allow for all.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden

Map of Opal Cliffs, CA

Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(101 Reviews)
4.8
Jul 2024
Great location. Anything you need the house supplies.
4.8
Jul 2024
This was the perfect spot for my daughter, son in law, granddaughter, husband and I to stay while visiting our son in SantaCruz! It had great space to visit indoors and out! The kitchen was fabulous and had every type of equipment and appliance you could need. The neighborhood was beautiful and wonderful for walking! It was only a short walk to a beach or to The Point to watch surfers. We enjoyed the hot tub and view from the deck! Definitely not a complaint, but some of the deck furniture was a bit worn! We still enjoyed the space for morning coffee and dinner one evening! This lovely home will be our top choice when we come to visit our son again!
4.8
Dec 2023
This was my family's third stay, and as always we had a great time. This property is in a fantastic location -- my sister and I went for long walks along the cliff coastline each morning. You can get fresh seafood close by at the harbor. And the hot tub on the back porch is an amazing vacation treat!
4.8
Nov 2023
This was my family's third stay, and as always we had a great time. This property is in a fantastic location -- my sister and I went for long walks along the cliff coastline each morning. You can get fresh seafood close by at the harbor. And the hot tub on the back porch is an amazing vacation treat!
4.8
Sep 2023
We loved this property!! You are close to the beach, a five minute walk. The smell of the eucalyptus on the back deck is wonderful. We had our one year old and four year old with us and they both loved the shower. We walked to the point market for breakfast burritos. Parking is easy. It’s a sleepy neighborhood. The widows are great quality and the home is very quiet and warm.
4.8
Aug 2023
The property was amazing, the location was perfect for getting to places down to Capitola and up to downtown Santa Cruz and the Boardwalk. Sitting in the hot tub, you could see the ocean and hear the crashing waves. The walk to the beach was super easy and took only 5 minutes. The kitchen was very well stocked with cooking appliances, even though we ate out most of the time, and there were games and a great TV for streaming our services. The wifi was perfect and I was able to sit outside with my laptop and coffee doing work every morning! Overall, I would love to be able to stay here again sometime in the future.
4.8
Jul 2023
Very nice home, plenty of space. Great location. It was an easy walk to the nearby beach. Lovely deck in the back with view for relaxing after our busy days.
4.8
Jul 2023
We visit Santa Cruz every July and have stayed in multiple rental houses. This house is definitely our favorite! This was our second stay and again it did not disappoint. The house is spacious and comfortable, the view from the back deck is amazing, and there is an awesome beach and the pleasure point surf break both in short walking distance. The hot tub is perfectly hot. There are plenty of towels. Everything works. The owners are non-intrusive but responsive when needed. The neighbors are quiet. We felt like this was our home away from home.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Opal Cliffs?

The average price for a rental in Opal Cliffs is $747 per night. This rental is $143 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pleasure Point Paradise! Beach and Lagoon Views!. 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 Pleasure Point Paradise! Beach and Lagoon Views! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Pleasure Point Paradise! Beach and Lagoon Views!?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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