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IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ

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Experience the best of Capitola at this 3 Bedroom Beach house. Enjoy a comfortable living space with an open kitchen, dining area, and sunroom featuring a cozy fireplace. Unwind on the private patio or take advantage of the beach just steps away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ

3 Bedroom Beach house, in the heart of downtown Capitola. Beach, shops, wine bars, and restaurants just steps away. Rent a surf board a few doors down, and walk 2 very short blocks to the beach! House is hip, comfy, and a great layout for families. Private, outdoor patio is perfect for entertaining, with comfortable lounge seating, a succulent garden, grill and dining table.

Newly remodeled kitchen is open to dining area and sunroom, creating a comfortable living space. Dining room table expands to seat 6-10. Sunroom has cozy, gas burning fireplace, and lounge seating facing the backyard. A perfect spot for morning coffee. Living room is at the opposite end of the house, with flat, screen TV and BluRay/DVD.
Two lovely bedrooms downstairs, charmingly furnished. Newly remodeled downstairs bathroom with full bath and shower.

The 3rd bedroom is upstairs, very large-- and, perfect for kids. It includes a 1/2 bath. Bunkbeds sleep 6. Twin mattresses on top, and Full mattresses on the bottom. There is also an additional 'play area' upstairs with a new full size futon. A flat screen TV and BluRay/DVD player are also located in the upstairs bedroom for in-bed movies!

Downstairs, beside the bathroom, you'll find a washer and dryer for your sandy clothes. And, our outdoor shower (with hot and cold water) is great for rinsing off, with plenty of room to hang wet suits and sandy towels.

This house is perfect for a family vacation, romantic getaway or girlfriends weekend. It has all the amenities you need for a comfortable vacation. House can accommodate 10, however it is more comfortable for 8 people (especially adults!). For that reason, there is an additional $50 charge per person, per night, over 8 people. PLEASE NOTE: If you see this listing on Craigslist, you are being scammed. I never advertise there.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ House
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining
Ideal Location! Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location! Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ House
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining
Ideal Location! Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ House
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining

About the area

Located in Capitola, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Capitola, CA

What's nearby

  • Esplanade Park Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Capitola Mercantile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Capitola Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ located?

Located in Capitola, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Capitola Mercantile and Capitola Beach. Esplanade Park Beach and Capitola Wharf are also within 5 minutes.

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IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Space, Great Location, Nice Time

Back yard was cool for the gathering, kitchen/dining/family rooms allowed for 7 old guys to hang and reminisce.Parking was a bit of a pain, but we knew that going in, so the only parking issue was getting a car unloaded and getting folks into the place.Walking distance to Mr. Toots coffee, and a quiet neighborhood made for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This was a cute place with lots of options for sleeping and if it wasn’t pouring down rain, an adorable patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great as always!

We’ve stayed here many times and love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach house

Great location, great family-friendly house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Capitola weekend

This house was immaculate, which i really appreciate in a rental. Sleeping arrangements were perfect for us and our 3 grandchildren.They didnt want to leave, we made memmories they'll never forget. And would rent here again i. A heart beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Very nice house. Had a malfunctioning coffee maker and it was replaced the next day. Great location near beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isolda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We all had a great time Property was beautiful,clean n close to beach shopping and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great stay

great location for girls weekend. Shannon communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly located cozy cottage!

My bridesmaids and I stayed in this lovely property before my wedding in Soquel and we adored it. They provided super easy access which was great for a bigger group. Location was 11/10 too. It was nestled in a cute neighborhood away from the main Capitola Village traffic yet a perfect 2 minute walk to everything. So beyond happy we found this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Getaway!

Parking in this area is tough BUT we had amazing parking luck even on a holiday weekend (the furthest we had to park was 1 block away). Since there is only one parking permit, it's ideal for a group with just one car. You absolutely can't beat the location! Just a block a way from the beach, we walked there every day to watch the surfers while the kids played on the beach! The listing says 4 bedrooms but the loft is separated into two areas (no doors in between the bunkbeds and the other bed). Again we didn't mind this at all because we stayed with our entire family. The loft can get really hot, but there are a ton of fans which keep it cool and our kids (ages 4-8) did not complain one bit! The patio area is also lovely we ate outside every day and the outside shower is wonderful for the after beach sand clean up! Just keep in mind there's 1 indoor shower/bath and the other bathroom is just a toilet, but again, we totally made this work for our group (some people showered in the morning, others at night and a few brave souls enjoyed the outside shower!) I highly recommend for family reunions and get togethers and will absolutely stay again if we're in the area! Thanks for an unforgettable holiday weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Great property, well stocked, upstairs loft was a hit with the kids and location to shops/restaurants was great! Parking isn’t ideal but that’s expected by the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location!

Love this property. We’ll be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute, cozy, convenient

It is so hard to find a place to stay for a family of 9. This was an ideal set up for us with one adult child, one teen and 5 kiddos under age 10. The interior of the home is beautiful and everything was well stocked. Lots of restaurants in walking distance, including Margaritaville and Pizza My Heart! The beach is also an easy walk and includes a perfect view of the lovely Venitian Hotel. Biggest downside: parking during the weekends (and probably all summer) is a drag, but it was fine on the weekdays. The hosts are VERY responsive and more flexible than other places we have stayed. The listing truly reflects the property and gives all the necessary information. Plus, no noise or light restrictions (amd no cranky neighbors) made for less stress. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia D., Ripon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place the stay!

Such a beautiful house right by all the best shops in capitola! I stayed here with my mom, daughter and 3 of her friends for her birthday celebration and we all had such an amazing time. The host was exceptional, thank you so much for an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We loved the house! It was perfect for my daughter Sweet 16. We had 7 16 year olds in the house and they loved it. The rooms are set up perfectly for larger groups, the kitchen is well stocked and most importantly, our host was responsive and flexible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

john g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

vacation 2024

Just a great property, proximity to the Village, size of house, cleanliness, updated amenities, et al. Thank you Michelle for another great vacation stay. John Gee and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

What a wonderful house that is walking distance to the beach. We had a great time staying here. Spent most of our week on the beach and enjoying downtown Capitola. We loved the house and the kids especially loved the upstairs. They felt like they had their own hotel room. It was a great week and a perfect house to stay with the whole family. Thank You :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property a short walk from the beach!

House was nice and clean. Had everything we needed to cook for the family. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A charming beach bungalow

This is our 11th year enjoying this beach house. Always clean, very well taken care of by the owner. We love to sit outside on the patio, kitchen is fully furnished for cooking and entertaining. Beach is just a few steps away as well as lots of restaurants and entertainment. We book our next year the week we leave Capitola. We love being there and look forward to coming every year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

Cute beach house! Well appointed with nice remodel. Back yard is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time! This was a nice affordable place for a big family. We enjoyed the backyard and the outdoor shower was perfect after spending the day at the beach. The location was great once we had parking we didn’t need to go anywhere. The village is right there and we set up early at the beach so we had a great spot. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, great location, nice amenities.

Michelle was very communicative and helpful from start to finish. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bungalow-another stay another success

Best time with family and friends! Location is amazing. House is well set up for multi family good time. We will be back next year! Thank you for sharing this amazing space. We dream of retiring here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Location!

We scheduled a "girls weekend" in Capitola. This home had the best location and was perfect for our needs. The location couldn't have been better. We parked once and walked everywhere....lots of restaurants and shopping within a block...and the beach was right there as well. The home was clean and had comfortable beds for all. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice

Great location. Once you’re settled in you don’t need your car anymore. Everything’s a close convenient walk. Very tastefully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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