In the heart of Santa Cruz, this luxury villa offers ocean views and a prime location across from Cowell’s Beach and the Wharf. With 3 decks, gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances, guests can unwind in style.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Luxurious Ocean View Villa
Beautiful state of the art 4 bedroom luxury villa with Ocean Views across from Dream Inn. 2 king size beds, 1 queen bed, kids room w/ 4 beds (two bunks), 3 decks, garage parking, gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances.
Incredible location across from the Wharf, Cowell’s Beach, and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Visitor’s Center in beautiful `Surf City` Santa Cruz, California. City ordinance requires quiet hours in exterior spaces after 10pm. No parties or loud gatherings. No music or noise on exterior decks after 10pm please. Minimum Age to Rent is 25 years. Owner will send separate contract for guest`s signature.
In addition to cancellation policy- All Payments are Refundable less the direct costs charged for the cancellation by the credit card processing company of up to 4% until 60 days before reservation, then they become nonrefundable.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
City ordinance requires quiet hours in exterior spaces after 10pm. No parties or loud gatherings.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation 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 Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Santa Cruz Main Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
32 min drive
Restaurants
Boardwalk Bowl
5 min walk
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
4 min walk
Ideal Bar & Grill
2 min walk
Las Palmas Taco Bar
1 min walk
Pacific Point Market & Cafe
3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxurious Ocean View Villa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxurious Ocean View Villa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxurious Ocean View Villa?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxurious Ocean View Villa located?
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.
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Luxurious Ocean View Villa Reviews
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Exceptional
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This was a large convenient place to stay close to the wharf, boardwalk and Westcliff. Clean, surprisingly quiet, and a great kitchen well equipped for feeding a large family. Thanks for a fun stay!
Stayed here multiple time and it is always a joy. Great location near the beach and boardwalk. Hosts are very attentive and are genuinely concerned about our stay. Will be coming back!
Can't believe how lucky we were to score this villa! We are part of a training group and staying in town for a race in Santa Cruz. This place is so close to the beach, West Cliff Drive, the start and ending areas for our race. The villa itself was clean and nice, with comfortable beds for everyone. Owner and manager were great about checking in with us. The only thing about coming with a group, is that there is only parking for 2 cars, so any additional cars had to park in a different neighborhood, but this was a minor inconvenience for the great location and stay. My housemates and I are looking forward to coming back again!
Home had plenty of space in all the right places. Especially kitchen, dining and family room. For 5 adults and 3 grandkids.
Large table for meals and large table for puzzle and games.
Quick manager response for minor needs. Quirky elevator for luggage and ADA use. Fine after short learning curve
Walk to beach. Great views from living area and outdoor patio overlooking beach about 2 blocks away.
Timely return of full security deposit.
My family spent a long weekend at this property and found the home to be as advertised. The location was great (short walk to the beach/boardwalk/wharf) and the amenities were top of the line. Enjoyed the trip and hope to be back soon.
Large and spacious with a terrific location for surfing or Boardwalk. Renting the Penthouse as well was a great choice since this particular unit has restricted ocean viewing from the building next door, and the Penthouse view is spectacular. This is still a great choice, but I would do the second floor the next time. Great communication with the management team.
Ann K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
Jul 20, 2018
Clean, well equipped, great location, spacious
This is my family's third year staying here. It's a great location for my kids and my aging parents. The elevator is awesome! It is kept very clean. The open floor plan is great and the kitchen is fantastic.
It was a great place for a family gathering. Kids and grandkids! We spent every day at the beach - the weather was sunny everyday but today. The day we are leaving. Gorgeous kitchen, lots of room to spread out, and a great view.
Marlinda M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Julie C.
Jul 27, 2016
Your place was very spacious, clean, and has an excellent location.
Our family had a great time because of the excellent location. The beds are very comfortable and rooms are large. The kitchen is beautiful and well-equipped. The evenings were quiet, we did not hear a lot of ruckus going on outside. Little things that maybe we wish there was: a couple of more comfy chairs in the family room. Because the place sleeps 10, we usually have more than two cars. So parking was a little tricky for the third car. ( I appreciated the two spots though. ) It was very nice to have an elevator. My parents are getting older now. Derek was very kind and easy to work with. That always makes a vacation off to a good start.
While there were lots of rules to follow to the point we were a bit paranoid (and I will be until I receive my full deposit back), having those rules provided us with the ability to understand how to use the unit's amenities and the local regulations required of everyone in a city none of us are from. Management was very communicative while also not being invasive during our stay. The common spaces are gorgeous and useful for our group of eight women, beds comfortable, and everything clean. Just a couple of things to be mindful of - not all windows in common area have curtains, you can sometimes hear people above moving around, and you must be extremely careful when parking and entering/exiting the garage. I LOVED the videos provided to help us see ahead of time how to properly access and use everything. For a group looking for a peaceful getaway, it was perfect.
All the public rooms are beautiful and light filled, the kitchen a masterpiece, but the bedrooms not so much. The small elevator, which serves 3 units , was problematic. While my husband quickly mastered the operating instructions, those in other units did not. As a result getting ourselves, groceries and luggage up and down was frequently difficult. Given my use of a cane,, lack of reliable elevator service was a drawback. In spite of the issues I’ve noted, the unit’s location was wonderful.
This stay was amazing, walking distance to board walk, pier, coffee shops and restaurants. Would stay here again the house was clean and very organized.
Property was perfect for our Girls trip. Alex was so helpful and checked during our stay to make certain all was going well. Friends who had never visited Santa Cruz loved our location. Definitely would book this property again.
Only recommendation is to provide a few extra blankets, 60+ women get cold.
Eight of us celebrated our 8th Annual Cousin's Get Away at this wonderful location. It was actually our second visit there. The location is perfect. An easy walk to the Wharf, Boardwalk and seaside walking trails. Any question I had was quickly answered by Alex, the property manager. She was wonderful and very helpful.
Wonderful spacious condo in an excellent location. Within very close walking distance to the wharf, boardwalk, and nice restaurants. The ocean was visible from the balcony. The garage and use of beach accessories was an added bonus.
The house is in a great location, less than 5 minute walk to the beach / Boardwalk. We had great communication with the Manager / Owner. The house is very clean and organized. I hope to come back soon!
Great location for visiting Santa Cruz and surrounding areas
Convenient location- short walk to Boardwalk, Wharf, and lighthouse to watch local surfing and sea lions. Big Sur, Pinnacles National Park, Redwoods forest, and wineries all within driving distance.
This large home in the midst of the Santa Cruz beach area was lovely. Our whole family enjoyed the location, amenities, and security provided. Tim & Alex were very helpful before and during our stay.
Our family had a wonderful time at this location. It is a super short walk to everything the boardwalk has to offer and the place has a ton of room. Parking is safe. Host if available and helpful. Great experience.
A block away from beach, Boardwalk, and the pier. Enjoyed walking to the fish market at the end of the pier to get fresh fish for dinner. One of our group is a runner. Had a wonderful run along the ocean.