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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunny Cove Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

With a stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz (Eastside Santa Cruz), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. .This beach vacation home is 5 mi (8 km) from Monterey Bay and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz.
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What's nearby

  • Moran Lake Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Maria's Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sunny Cove Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Point Market - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Panoramic Ocean View in a Beachfront Luxury Home

This modern 2500 square foot vacation rental has a panoramic ocean view. Sitting on the 26th Avenue Beach, it is located between the Capitola and Santa Cruz piers just west of Pleasure Point. (County Permit #231534)

The AwesomeView is situated on a point which sets the home farther out towards the ocean than any of the multi-million dollar homes on either side, so you have a complete 180 degree panoramic view of the ocean. Whether during the day when the sun sparkles off the water or in the evening when the moon's reflection is captured in the silver lining curl of the waves, the view is breathtaking and will command your attention often during your stay.

Every room, except the bathrooms, has an ocean view. Even when cooking or washing the dishes, you can enjoy the ocean's entertainment from the peacefulness of the breaking waves to the plethora of wildlife such as sea otters, porpoises, a variety of birds, and of course, the surfers who find the shore-break in front of our home one of the best in Santa Cruz.

The home has three bedrooms plus a kid’s sleeping area, three full bathrooms, three living rooms, three TV’s (75" LG in living room and 55" downstairs kid's room, and one HDTV in master bedroom), Xfinity Cable for WiFi Mesh Network and more. Our goal is to provide supreme accommodations for an awesome vacation. Please contact us to see if our home is available for your special time.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Follow check out instructions in notebook. Thank you!

Turn off all thermostats if you used the heat. Please close all windows and doors.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Please check in advance with Owner.

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
Note from host: Home is part of an HOA. Unit shares back wall.
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
Property Registration Number CO00054

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Awesomeview Beachfront Luxury Water House Santa Cruz

Awesomeview Beachfront Luxury Water Santa Cruz

Awesomeview Beachfront Luxury Water

Awesomeview front Water ta Cr

Awesomeview Beachfront Luxury on the Water

Awesomeview Beachfront Luxury on the Water

Awesomeview Panoramic Ocean View in a Beachfront Luxury Home

- Panoramic Ocean View in a Beachfront Luxury Home Santa Cruz

Panoramic Ocean View in a Beachfront Luxury Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view here cannot be beat! The whole family enjoyed a comfy stay and our dog absolutely loved the dog-friendly beach just a short walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible views, very comfortable house including well equipped kitchen. Everything provided—soaps and shampoo, garbage bags, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. No need to run out and buy necessities. Doesn’t feel like rental, more like a well-lived home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H., Tucker, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fabulous stay at Awesome View. The location is AMAZING. Not just the full 200* panoramic ocean view but its located right between 26 and Moran Beach. That strip of East Cliff is peaceful and residential, very "local". Parking was easier than expected. We had 3 cars and room for all. The kitchen was well-stocked. Double sets of dishes and silverware meant only running a full load occasionally. Cookware was amply sufficient to feed a crowd of foodies. The beds were comfortable! Every bed was complaint-free - good, firm mattresses, soft and firm pillows, comfortable linens. Marty was very helpful and met our request for unscented detergent, keeping us allergy-free. I am a bedding snob and I was VERY comfortable here. Each bedroom had a view too. Falling asleep to the sound of the surf was magical. We did run a few loads of towels. A party of 6 can go through linens quickly, but that's on us. We did bring beach towels with us but having some dedicated to the outside use would have been handy. We made great use of the grill- it is charcoal so plan ahead. The patio does get direct sun so bring your hats and plan for making your shade or retreating indoors during the hot afternoons. The bodyboards in the garage were also put to use. The surf outside was pounding, but we rode some waves and survived! Go and have fun, but be mindful its a strong current. Thank you for hosting us, Marty! We will remember this trip forever and can't wait to come back.
The best location on East Cliff.
Watching sea life - birds, otters and surfers
Sunset
Dinner on the patio most nights
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent View

Great house to stay in. Convenient to everything. Clean. Would stay here again when in the Santa Cruz area. Great view. Saw a whale from the ocean view windows the last day we were there. Can’t ask for a better view. Can hear the ocean at night, Can’t ask for a better house to stay in!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

fun

Perfect, best stocked Kitchen. Everything is so well done, clean and views beyond description.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous home with a stunning view

The house was wonderful. All 4 couples had plenty of room and views were stunning. Great common areas for games. Lovely kitchen too. So nice to hear the surf all the time. Property management was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Right on the Surf!

Incredible views - 2 smaller quaint beaches via a 3 minute walk in either direction. High probability of coming back again for another stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous view!

The view was amazing. House was spacious and it had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome views as advertised.

Very clean condo with well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S., Northeast US

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Thanksgiving at Awesome View

We woke up each morning and drank our coffee with an incredible view. We saw all manners of birds, dolphins, otters, seals and surfers. We strolled on the beach when the tide was out and lounged in the sun on the patio. The condo was spacious and clean with all the amenities to cook a full Thanksgiving dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home with an awesome view!

If you love the ocean and enjoy watching surfers riding waves, this is the house for you. The view from the enormous bay windows is awesome!. The sunsets were spectacular. The ocean is right there. You feel as if you could reach out and touch it. We loved our stay there and also the owners are lovely people to do business with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dreamy

It's hard to put into words the impact of the panoramic view as you walk in the front door. Breathtaking! The location was perfect with its proximity to Pleasure Point with fun shops and a variety of restaurants plus exciting views of seals (look close) and surfers. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B., Pleasanton, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

This house is truly amazing. The view is spectacular!

We enjoyed the house, the location and all the open spaces. The hot tub was voted the best we had experienced. Again truly amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F., Niwot, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

We had the most amazing views on the coast to experience all the variable weather Santa Cruz had during our spring time stay. The owner was extremely helpful when needed. The house was perfect. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome view is right! Absolutely Beautiful View

My entire family (all adults 18-83) stayed here for my mother's 80th birthday. The location and view is simply breathtaking! We purposely spent one entire day just enjoying the view and watching the surfers. The home itself is very comfortable and clean. From the couches to the beds.. all very comfortable. The kitchen is very well stocked. The hot tub was also lovely. We stayed at this home 13 years ago when my kids were in their teens and surfed daily. We never forgot that experience and jumped at the chance to stay again! Thank you Marty for the accommodations and for such a amazing home and being so responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Totally a. awesome View

The house and view are Awesome. We will be booking this house again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Honor H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful beachfront view

Delightful stay..extradordinary views, well stocked kitchen, spacious living arrangements. Perfect celebration spot for 5 adults, a two year old and a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

We stayed as a family - here for our son's wedding. Fabulous views, great accomodations. We loved it
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kam S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow - Ocean View!

Marty has created a one-of-a-kind serene environment at his home. To the say the least, the views are heavenly. The pictures do not do justice! Easy check in process and easy to communicate with Marty. He sent a very helpful guide ahead of the check in process.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Quinci C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach perfection!

location was absolutely incredible - we had the very best time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregg N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property

Beautiful views out to the ocean. Spent a lot of time just watching the waves and the surfers from the front room. Easy access down to the beach. Worked extremely well for our family of four couples and two little ones. Owner was very responsive and communicative.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathe G.

Liked: Cleanliness

AwesomeView is always awesome!

This was our 7th stay at AwesomeView since 2006. It is my family's happy place :) Oceanview, the beach, sea life, surfers, the sailboat regatta, fresh air and so much cooler than the valley where we are from....just heaven!! Wish we could have stayed longer. Can't wait until next time. Thank you Marty and Antoinette for sharing your wonderful beach house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, Location

Great location with a fabulous view. Everything worked well and the kitchen had everything one needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

brian m., Saratoga CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome View is Awesome!

This property has a beautiful view! The sunsets are dramatic. The house accommodated our family of 8 adults easily. The kitchen is fully stocked with appliances, tools, utensils, pots, pans etc. Everything to help the chef make delicious meals to eat overlooking the ocean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022