[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+ Vacation home in Watsonville with kitchen and balcony ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23550000/23548600/23548553/46295ba1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23550000/23548600/23548553/3bd05ab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23550000/23548600/23548553/7544733b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23550000/23548600/23548553/6d0962b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23550000/23548600/23548553/d8a3244e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Sand Dollar Beach community, this charming home offers a serene escape. With its spacious outdoor deck and reverse floor-plan, you can unwind while taking in ocean views from the kitchen, family room, and master bedroom. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Foosball table - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 2,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27129000/27128940/89a6c37b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront on the Sand - Awesome 4 Bedroom! 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Perfect family beach house! Eastside Santa Cruz - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 134 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=33947362&PinnedHotelID=33947362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### 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 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+ Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 House La Selva Beach Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 House Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 La Selva Beach Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 House La Selva Beach Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 House Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 La Selva Beach Big Bright Steps Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8 Big Bright Steps to Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8+ Big Bright Steps to Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8+ Big Bright Steps to Sand Ocean Views Sleeps 8+ ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.92202%2C-121.85422&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5WeuU_EcxC43lN8rxrwYvWq9gLw=) La Selva Beach, CA #### What's nearby - Manresa State Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - La Selva Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Sunset State Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km - Rio Del Mar Beach - 8 min drive - 6.4 km - Capitola Beach - 13 min drive - 15.7 km #### Getting around - Gilroy Station - 39 min drive - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Beer Mule - ‬9 min drive - ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min drive - ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive - ‪Sanderlings Restaurant - ‬6 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+? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+ located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manresa State Beach and Beer Can Beach. La Selva Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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