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Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

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Beach/ocean view
Beach nearby
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Overview of Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
La Selva Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationManresa State Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Selva Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSunset State Beach10 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)54 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8
195 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

Home is located in the very desirable Sand Dollar Beach community; away from the bar scene. This is the perfect spot for families or a romantic getaway. You will be less than 200 paces to sand and surf down our paved and gently sloping community beach access footpath.

The home is a real gem; remodeled in 2018 and located just 6 houses from sand and surf. Beautiful high vaulted ceilings, magnificent giant fireplace and over 2,100 square feet of living space. You will love how bright and airy this home is; providing both large open spaces, as well as cozy nooks for private reading and relaxing.

The reverse floor-plan, provides views of the ocean from kitchen, family room and master bedroom. A second 'bonus' area located downstairs provides a great escape for the children or peaceful relaxation spot.

In addition, a spacious outdoor deck is a great place to relax, enjoy a fine meal at the outdoor dining table, take in the ocean view or simply enjoy the ocean's breeze.


The home is stocked with the latest amenities and kitchen necessities. This lovely home is very spacious, comfortably sleeps 9. (one king, one queen, two twins, one full futon, plus a single roll-a-way bed)
See Full list of Amenities included in this listing

Sand Dollar Beach community is located 10 minutes from Santa Cruz and 20 minutes from Monterey. It is part of California's Manresa State Beach Coastline, close to world famous Seascape Resort, just North of Pajaro Dunes .

Sorry, No Pets, No Smoking
Santa Cruz County TOT Certificate #CO00028

Property manager

Joe

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sailing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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

Property is also known as

Big Bright Steps to Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8+
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Big Bright Steps to Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8+
Big Bright Steps to Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8+
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About the area

Watsonville

Located in Watsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Manresa State Beach - 2 min drive
  • La Selva Beach - 6 min drive
  • Sunset State Beach - 10 min drive
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 15 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 39 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beer Mule - 9 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 9 min drive
  • Panda Express - 10 min drive
  • Starbucks - 9 min drive
  • Subway - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+ located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Manresa State Beach and Beer Can Beach. La Selva Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 218 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 218 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Beach
Our girls trip was a huge success! We enjoyed the beach access and the long stretch of walkable sand. The kitchen is well equipped with everything we needed to cook for a group. This house is close enough to Santa Cruz and Capitola for day trips or a nice dinner out. I recommend this house for groups of 6 or less.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Everything was as advertised and was just lovely. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful La Selva Beach Getaway
Wonderful home in La Selva with scenic ocean views! Comfortable and close to the beach and neighboring cities. Fully furnished and appointed for a wiry free stay. Property owners were very accommodating to our early arrival request. Great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Loved listening to the sounds of the ocean in the comfort of this home. It's a little walk down to the beach, albeit hilly, but not too difficult for the young at heart. If you need to drive older ones, it's only 5 min or less to the other beach access. Very relaxing time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The absolute best home we have ever stayed in because of the host!
Joe is the kindest, most communicative and patient host we have ever come across. The check in process was perfect as he put on the outside lights due to our flights being delayed several hours. The home was well equipped with food, beach supplies, and hygiene essentials. He also provided quick flexibility for checking out later than the usual time and responding almost instantly. He’s a true mensch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angeline P., Sacramento, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
Great location! Great stay! We had a wonderful time at the property! The house had everything we needed! 2 min walk to an essentially private beach at La Selva beach which we loved! Clean! Open, bright living room area. 45 min to the Monterey bay aquarium. 15-20 min to Capitola. Easy communication with the manager. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
This place was much closer to beach than we expected. It was such an amazing time with our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

claire m.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Selva
Loved our stay here. Beautiful deck with a view of the water from afar. Very well equipped kitchen. The photos don’t do it justice. It was wonderful to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and a short walk to the beach each day. Lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laynie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Escape
The house perfect, the neighborhood was very quiet and you can hear the ocean while relaxing in the living room. You are within in minutes of an abundance of activities and restaurants. We will be visiting again soon. I recommend a visit to the Apple Cafe delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house!
Very clean, great view of the ocean. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023