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Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Popular LocationNatural Bridges State Park10 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk5 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)46 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Great house, would stay again
Reese O.
Dec 27, 2023

About this property

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

West Cliff Getaway

Take a deep breath, relax and enjoy!
Breathe in the freshness. We are close to a lot of Santa Cruz beaches, yet our location is just far enough to be away from the hustle and bustle. Take a long walk or bike down West Cliff Drive, visit the lighthouse, or stop at one of the many Santa Cruz beaches.
Relax in our newly remodeled home decorated with a coastal feel. Our goal is to provide families with a warm and inviting home away from home. Wake up and sit out on the front patio with a morning cup of coffee. And unwind in the evenings with a BBQ on the patio or lively conversations by the fire pit.

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Reservations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
West Cliff Getaway Santa Cruz
West Cliff Getaway Private vacation home
West Cliff Getaway Private vacation home Santa Cruz
Westcliff Getaway Walk to Natural Bridges Westcliff!
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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Natural Bridges State Park - 10 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 4 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive
  • Ocean Street - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Parish Publick House - 3 min drive
  • Panda Express - 3 min drive
  • Burger King - 3 min drive
  • Mission St BBQ - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West Cliff Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at West Cliff Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Cliff Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West Cliff Getaway located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Swift Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reese O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families
Great house, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Perfect Location
This house was perfect for two families with kids - the parents had their own rooms and the 4 kids stayed in the bunk room. The house was perfectly located for us to ride our bikes to the beach. Natural Bridges State Beach was the closest and a great beach to hang out on and great for body boarding - but definitely had the roughest waves. There are other beaches in the opposite direction that aren't too far by bike as well, that are much calmer - these beaches allow dogs as well. We even rode our bikes to the pier which ended up being a 6 mile round trip ride. The kids had a blast seeing the sea lions at the end of the pier. The location was perfect for us to do a morning bike ride/beach excursion for a couple of hours, come back to the house for lunch, let the kids decompress for a couple of hours, go back out for a sunset beach excursion and come back for dinner. Overall a great location away from the crowds. As far as the house goes, as already noted the house was great for two families. The kids basically stayed in their bedroom when at the house - between their own screens and the TV with VCR in the bedroom. The main living room was nice for decompressing at night and there is a small room off the kitchen that another group could hang out in. The outside was a great hang out with the fire pit in the evenings. The only recommendations I would make is in the kid's room, the mattress on the bottom bunk was extremely worn to the point where you could feel the springs and very uncomfortable for the kids sleeping on it. If you don't want to get a new mattress I would suggest getting a foam mattress cover. The other recommendation I have is to get a couple of cheap fans to put in the bedrooms and keep in the closet. While Santa Cruz is normally very cool, we were there during one of the hottest weekends and it was very hot in the bedrooms at night. Keeping cheap fans in the closet for use when needed would be great. All in all, a great vacation and we would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy house steps from the ocean
I had a good feeling about this house before our booking was even confirmed by the owner. She messaged me on VRBO to check that I was aware that the weekend was forecast to be rainy, and didn’t want us to be disappointed. I really appreciated that. We were indeed aware and were ready for a possibly rainy weekend getaway (luckily it only really rained the first day and for a bit on the last day). And it was great how she checked in with us via message to make sure we were doing ok in the house, even offering a later check out time if needed. The house was super clean and well-maintained. Even the outdoor furniture was clean! Loved the little Santa Cruz decor throughout. As well as the very many board games, books available. The house is just steps away from a magnificent ocean view and my family enjoyed many walks (even in the chilly wind). On the first clear sunny evening, many cars illegally parked along the side of the road to watch the stunning sunset and my son remarked that all we had to do was step out of the vacation house to see this sight. My 8-year-old’s thoughts: The house was cozy and warm and close to the ocean. My 6-year-old’s thoughts: I loved the double-decker bed and I could see the ocean from the driveway! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and very clean
Everything was clean and check in process was seamless and simple. For us, three doors down from front row on west cliff is hard to beat. Lots of room. Great rental. We will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lee B., Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't wait for a return visit!
The West Cliff Getaway home was very nice. I stayed there for five nights and would love to stay there again. The owner and manager were stellar to work with. The house's location just steps from the cliff walk was amazing. I really enjoyed being able to take a few steps and watch beautiful sunsets every night. The house had everything you could possibly want, and it is in walking distance to some nice shops and brewery/restaurants on Swift Street. Spending evenings around the backyard firepit was especially nice. You can't go wrong here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Santa Cruz location
First, don't hesitate to book this place - it is amazing! You won't find a better rental in Santa Cruz, and if you happen to be there for Ironman Santa Cruz 70.3, it is a perfect location for spectating! Second, the owner(s) are amazingly gracious, kind, responsive and friendly. Third, but not least, the house is SO comfortable - like truly being at home away from home. There are plenty of provisions (from spices in the kitchen to extra soap and shampoo in the bathrooms and extra towels everywhere!) Our boys loved the variety of games in the living room (Twister was a fun diversion). The beds are comfortable and there are extra bedding items should you need them. There are lovely throw blankets near every seating area also. You can tell this house is lovingly prepared for guests each and every time and it really is one of the best houses we have found on VRBO/HomeAway (and we've been a lot of places!) The proximity to everything fun in Santa Cruz was great. There are so many entertaining things to do nearby, but the backyard is beautiful, and maintained so well, that you probably won't want to leave anyway. :) Special thanks to Kathleen - our family had a wonderful time and we look forward to hopefully coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janki G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Getaway House
This house was perfect for a getaway with extended family, 6 adults, 2 teenagers and 1 4 year old. The house was clean and roomy. The location was perfect, by the cliffs in Santa Cruz. Kimberly and Kathleen were great hosts and very responsive to inquiries via text. We had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family get-together
This house is in an excellent location near the beach and has a lovely back yard. It was perfect for our two families. The house was clean and tidy inside and out, and well provisioned with kitchen/cooking appurtenances and dishes. We also noted /appreciated details like bandaids in each bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melody Q., Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Santa Cruz home
This home was cozy, comfortable, and cuter than the photos depicted. The owner Katleen was attentive and very easy to reach with questions. We had a group of 9 and there was plenty of room. The location was amazing; very close to beautiful walks along West Cliff Drive, good restaurants, minutes from the boardwalk. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie B., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Beach House in Santa Cruz!
I have stayed at several vacation homes at VRBO as well as another site. This is the BEST experience I have had. The whole process from the beginning to the end was the smoothest I've ever done. Both Kimberly, the property manager and Kathleen, the owner went out of their way to make sure you knew places to see as well as places to eat. They emailed me info and had a wonderful notebook with information in the house. They were available should you have any questions. Now about their beautiful home. The rooms and beds were very clean and very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked and makes serving meals like being at home (except she has prettier dishes than I do...lol). The backyard has a firepit and the cleanest BBQ we have ever seen. In fact I had to get their cleaning secret to use on my home BBQ. Our favorite part of this home was how warm and inviting it made all of us feel. The decor is adorable with a beach/Santa Cruz theme. The location was a block from Westcliff Street which is the street that borders the coast. I went on several walks up to the lighthouse (1.6 miles away) in the morning. The view of the ocean was breathtaking. If you go the other way it is only half a mile to Natural Bridges where they have a beach that you can use the boogie boards that are in the house. The water was too cold for us to try this though. Several times on my evening walk, I would see dolphins near the kelp beds. Now that was fun to watch! I have already told some friends about this house if they should go to Santa Cruz. You can't go wrong staying at this beautiful and wonderfully located home.

10/10 Excellent

Jayee H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect gateway
We just spent the Memorial Day weekend at this house and I have to say it’s one of the best vrbo stays I have had. The property manager is super responsive and small details in the house were taken care off. Also you can’t beat the location, it’s away from the hustle bustle of the boardwalk area with gorgeous views of the ocean. There are very good food options around too. We will be coming back here and recommending to our other friends too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shery D., Rancho Mirage

Best Ever VRBO Stay!
This home welcomed us from the moment we stepped through the front door. The owner communicated with us from the get go and left a kind note and a box of local chocolates (wow!) when we arrived. We loved all the "Santa Cruz"/"Beachy" decorations and felt incredibly comfortable and totally "at home". Everything we needed was in the home...even coffee to get us started on our stay! Many "extra" touches that we've never had before in a VRBO home. Overall, the location...the home & amenities...and atmosphere...were AMAZING! We'd be repeat visitors for sure! Thanks so much for creating a beautiful, peaceful, beach getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deanna W.

Perfect for families!
The owner and property manager were very hospitable and they even left two Easter baskets for our kids! The house is in a great location and I have never stayed in a rental that was so fully stocked with everything in the kitchen, extra towels, and even some beach toys! We had a great long weekend and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Great place to stay, very friendly and accommodating owner. House is very roomy and comfortable
My family and I loved our stay here. Kathleen, the owner, was very sweet and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire experience. The house was fully stocked with everything we could have needed and also easily slept all ten of us comfortably. Ocean is just a half block away where we watched dolphins and surfers almost every morning. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Beautiful well stocked home within driving distance to many attractions!
The house was situated in a beautiful neighborhood with a beach located @ end of street! While this beach wasn’t a very populated beach we did spend a little time here & enjoyed the serenity! The vistas atop the cliffs were spectacular, & we enjoyed our hikes down to the waters edge. Other beaches were close by & it wasn’t an issue to pack up & go to them, it was a good trade off for the quietness. This house is so well equipped, with everything you would need including beach towels!! It is super clean, & the beds were all very comfortable! Owner & manager are super nice & are ready with suggestions of what to do & are anxious to accommodate your needs. We would stay here again, & highly reccomend this place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Best family stay in Santa Cruz!
This home is in the PERFECT location....... so close to Natural Bridges park and West Cliff drive, but offers privacy and respite. Everything is made available for an effortless stay! We loved having BBQ in the back yard, s’mores over the fire, back yard sunshine, cozy visits in the front room, available bikes and beach toys.. oh and comfy bed and luscious linens. The most accommodating host I’ve ever had the pleasure of renting from. We hated to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

This is an excellent place to stay. There are excellent amenities and a top-notch living space.
This excellent place is just a few houses away from the beach in a quiet neighborhood. The owner is very responsible and highly responsive to any questions. The property has excellent accomodations, including many ammenities. When visiting the Santa Cruz area, we will always want to stay at this excellent place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

a great time!
We enjoyed our stay here while we were in Santa Cruz for my daughter's wedding. Everything was very clean and tidy and the kitchen was well-stocked. The owner was very accommodating. She even bought a new ironing board when she heard we would be ironing the dresses for the bride and bridesmaids! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marcie L.

Well maintained property in a quiet, convenient location
It was such a pleasure to escape the heat of the central valley and enjoy time with family in Santa Cruz. Young and older relax and have fun at the beach and boardwalk. Kathleen provides wonderful customer service which enhances the carefree time spent at her home. Every need seems to be anticipated in the house, yard and with toys. This was our second visit but not our last.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Excellent home and location for a vacation in Santa Cruz
There's a reason this home has received so many high marks! A 30 second walk to the West Cliff walkway and view of the ocean, all the amenities for comfort and pleasure. Wonderful afternoon breezes throughout the house. Every part of the house was immaculately clean when we arrived. Plenty of kitchen utensils for cooking, baking, eating, extra bath towels, beach towels and beach equipment, comfortable beds. The owners thought of every necessary detail and explanations for how to use the coffee maker, barbecue, fire pit, cable TV, etc. We are a family of 7 adults with one infant and all our needs were provided for, including a Graco baby crib. If we had any questions, the owners answered immediately. We highly recommend this home and hope to return in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Anker C., Where do you live?

Well equipped and Great Location
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay as we celebrated our son's commissioning into the Air Force. The home was well equipped and we had a great barbecue with extended family. The home was beautiful and less than half a block to the cliffs. Owner was fantastic with communication and very helpful. I am sure we will be back at some point.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Great stay for our large family
Clean, organized, fully stocked. Great location. Comfy, charming. Great coffee machine, electric stove. Great communication with owner/manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Courtney O.

Fantastic house and location!
The West Cliff house was perfect for my family. It was great to be able to spend time here together and easy to get to downtown and UCSC. The house and yard are immaculate. The towels and linens are top quality. The owner provided many thoughtful details such as beach towels, chairs and bodyboard, Kuerig pods as well as books and games which my family enjoyed. We hope to make it back to this beautiful spot someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marcie L.

West Cliff - location and comfort
Thank you to the Frosts for sharing their comfortable and well equipped home. Just a few steps from the cliffs, the sound of surf could be heard from the front yard. Every need was anticipated and I appreciated the notes throughout the house telling location of necessities. The bonus was the park at the end of the street where little ones could play and basketball for the big ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tonya G., Sunnyvale

House is surprisingly spacious, clean and charming
We rented the house for an extended weekend for our son's graduation from UCSC. We had 11 family members from CO & IN and of various ages and needs. First of all the location is amazing. It is 3 houses from West Cliff Dr and the ocean, it is also 1/2 mile from Natural Bridges Beach & picnic area. This is the quiet side of town and once here you wont have to deal with the traffic on Mission at all! A huge plus for us. The house itself is clean well taken care of and fully furnished for 12. The master bedroom is quite large, and the other 2 are above average in size. The kitchen is fully equiped and there is a large pristine gas bbq in the yard. We had a memorable, fun 4 nights here with family and hope to return. Kudos to Kathleen who made us feel at home and helped us with a couple of small personal situations that arose. Wonderful vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017