Private and peaceful 2 BDR 1 BA retreat. Walking distance to the beach.

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Entry way with glass screen door to let the light in.

Manresa beach looking to the south. Another perfect day at the beach!

House in the foreground with ocean views.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.5 sq m

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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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La Selva Beach, CA

Manresa State Beach
‪4 min drive‬
La Selva Beach
‪6 min drive‬
Sunset State Beach
‪14 min drive‬
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Centrally located between Santa Cruz and Monterey, this property is situated on 2 1/2 acres overlooking the pacific ocean. The unit has two bedrooms with a large split single bath. The unit is the an entire first floor of a two story home. Well suited as a central hub for visiting Santa Cruz and Monterey. It includes two private entrances and full kitchen. Partial ocean view, 15 min walk to the beach. The property includes a patio with access to beautiful gardens and a fire pit.

Property manager

Mark de la Vega

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Second bedroom is small. Best for young children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Large fenced field on property.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1. Noise curfew: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. 2. Advise host of any non-guest visitors. 3. Please consume all smores outside the unit.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Watsonville

Watsonville is home to this holiday home. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Hamlin Antiques are also worth visiting.

La Selva Beach, CA

What's nearby

Manresa State Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
La Selva Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Sunset State Beach - 14 min drive - 4.8 km
Rio Del Mar Beach - 19 min drive - 8.2 km
Capitola Beach - 27 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

Gilroy Station - 38 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
‪Imura Japanese Restaur - ‬9 min drive
‪Beer Mule - ‬9 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private and peaceful 2 BDR 1 BA retreat. Walking distance to the beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private and peaceful 2 BDR 1 BA retreat. Walking distance to the beach. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private and peaceful 2 BDR 1 BA retreat. Walking distance to the beach. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private and peaceful 2 BDR 1 BA retreat. Walking distance to the beach. located?

Situated in Watsonville, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Manresa State Beach, Beer Can Beach and La Selva Beach. Sunset State Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anke R.

10 April 2025

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

Second visit

We relaxed and enjoyed our time at your house. This was our second time and your place, decor and hospitality makes us from the first moments feel like we are in our home away from home. Thanks

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

27 December 2024

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

Perfect

Was perfect for our little getaway for a few days. Loved how close was to the beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

23 August 2023

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

Wonderful Location!

We absolutely loved our time during our stay! The place was very clean, well decorated and had many amenities!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

April M.

10 September 2024

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

Super relaxation

The property was very clean in a beautiful and peaceful location. The rooms were just the right size for the two of us with our two small dogs. The furniture was stylish and very comfortable especially in the main bedroom. The home was just a 10 minute walk to the beach which was not crowded with clean sand.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon K.

7 July 2024

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

Relaxing, luxe, light, airy, loved art on walls.

Enjoyed the spacious bedroom with artsy chic vibe. great kitchen for making breakfast and extra bed. We could see the ocean in the distance which was relaxing. We had a fun time enjoying s'mores with their firepit too.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

9 August 2024

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

lovely spot

My son and I stayed two nights while visiting family in Santa Cruz and Watsonville. The space was lovely. It was very clean, well funrnished and filled with art. The hosts had thought of everything. We appreciated the notebook with directions to the beach, suggests of local walks and restaurtants.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

oredarc D.

25 September 2023

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

Quiet getaway.

Quiet getaway

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

11 April 2024

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

Best quiet place near beach

The owner was amazing to work with and communicate with. This gave us just enough space to spread out for the little bit of time we weren’t “seeing” California or on the beach. Master bedroom is spacious and kitchen is well equipped

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

24 September 2024

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

Vaca in La Selva

Unique and comfy home; cleverly decorated. Beautiful surroundings and quiet at night. The ability to walk to an uncrowded beach was great. We hiked at Nisene Marks and Fort Ord Dunes State Parks. We ate at Jalisco and Sukho Thai in Watsonville, and Dharma's (vegetarian comfort food) in nearby Capitola, and sampled local Craft beer at Fruition, Corralitos, and Beer Mule. Spent a day in San Juan Bautista--don't miss Bear's Hideaway, where you can enjoy wine, beer, and/or a cigar on the patio.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

24 January 2024

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

Great property in a very quiet location

Very stylish place with owls and frog music at night. Mark was excellent in his communication and responsiveness

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gio B.

25 July 2024

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

Great summer getaway

We had a wonderful time here. The place had all the amenities that we could ask for and it was very clean. The host was very communicative and accommodating. We had a wonderful time. only one small quibble was that it was listed as a two bedroom but one bedroom didn’t have a door on it, (it was adjacent to the living room) which didn’t prove to be a big issue. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Hopefully we will get a chance to return at some point.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S., Dana Point, USA

10 June 2023

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

Great spot

Excellent place and host. The unit was the right size for our small family with easy walking access down to the beach. We stayed four nights and the kids didn’t want to leave. Perfect proximity to Santa Cruz and Monterey with many places between. Mark was very accommodating and responsive, super host.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sh F.

5 September 2023

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

Great time in La Selva beach

We had a great stay in La Selva Beach. The property is just as described. Hosts were very prompt with responses. The beach is walking distance. It is a lovely quiet neighborhood and perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

9 April 2024

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

Trip with Xena

Beautiful serene and peaceful setting. Easy access to the beach. Easy communication with the host. Loved all of the wildlife. Very comfortable and spacious.For us, the only challenge was the tub shower. A bar handle would be helpful

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anke R.

17 August 2023

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

Great place to relax and enjoy the beach, forest and wildlife

We had a wonderful time and felt from the first moment right at home. Our dogs and kids had lots of outdoor space to explore and the interior of the house is decorated with beautiful art pieces, furniture, comfortable beds, welcoming binder, welcoming gift of making your own smores, and the kitchen had everything to make any dinner and my son even baked a cake. The host was for any questions available and this will be not our last time at La Selva Beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

5 August 2023

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

We had a great experience here! For me, it was a teenage boy and dog summer vacation. For those familiar with the area, it's between La Selva Beach and Watsonville. Very away from it all, quiet, restful. The walk to the beach is very doable. Everything we needed was there. The owner checks in to make sure, and was so helpful when we had a flat tire and needed to find a place to fix it. It's exactly "as advertised" and I highly recommend it here! Enjoy!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

3 July 2024

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

My new favorite!

The moment I pulled up to the home I was impressed with the landscaping and it only got better from there. The interior is artfully decorated, and gives you a warm, comfortable, at home feeling. The pictures do not do this home justice. It was also perfectly located for a lovely walk to the ocean with access to the beach. I also had the privilege of meeting Lisa and Mark my hosts and found them very pleasant. I definitely hope to stay here again. I should mention that I traveled to this area with my Search and Rescue K9 For training. Lots of space for him to run around in and it’s far from any traffic. Brody gives it four paws And I give it an 11 out of 10!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R., Sacramento

4 July 2023

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

Relaxing, Beautiful Respite

We had the absolute best stay in La Selva Beach. This sunny house was so lovely, with gorgeous garden views from every window. We loved the peacefulness of the property and the nice easy walk to the beach. We had more than enough room to spread out and enjoy ourselves. The map to the beach and the personalized welcome binder were a nice touch! Loved the art, the welcome snacks, and the fire pit. During this trip we spotted several rabbits, lots of squirrels and a variety of birds. Coffee in the chairs on the front porch surrounded by blooming succulents—a real highlight! I know we can’t give credit to the hosts for this, but we also had the nicest beach weather. Can’t wait to come back to this property for a relaxing respite.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

20 March 2024

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

Wonderful beach cottage getaway!

What a beautiful home! When we walked in the door, everything looked right out of a magazine and it smelled so clean and fresh. The walls are full of the most beautiful paintings that I learned were painted by one of the owners! Everything was very comfortable and the place had everything we needed. It is so nice to not have to bring our own towels. They even provided shampoo, conditioner, and soap for the shower. We enjoyed playing darts outside in the gorgeous yard. Communication was excellent! I had to reach out with a couple questions and the owner replied quickly and was very friendly. From the porch we saw about ten wild turkeys one morning and 8 deer in a group another morning. The walk to the beach took us about 15 minutes, but we stopped to look at all the plants and trees along the way. The location is great, only about ten minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, and more. And they are dog friendly which is a must when we travel. I highly recommend you stay at this wonderful beach cottage!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Betsy H.

24 June 2023

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

Clean and cute but…

The stay was good over all. However, it was not entirely clear that this was basically a basement built out. The large bedroom was large and bed comfy. The second room had no door and was part of the eating area. Kitchen was well stocked and very clean. Lots of cute things around. Darts and corn holed were a nice treat. Sitting outside was really nice. Glimpse of water. The soaps were very nice and snacks abundant. The biggest problem was hearing very loud stomping at 11:00 at night and exactly 6:30am. No way we got any sleep. Lastly, we were very far from the water. Walking down was possible but you had to hike downhill a long way.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark de la Vega

Mark is from Southern California. Now a retired tech executive and an avid fisherman. Lisa is from New Hampshire. She is an establish artist. She provides art tours and lessons. Inquire if interested.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful ocean views emersed in nature without the crowds.

What makes this property unique

Walk to the beach from your private getaway. All the comforts of home nestled in a beautiful 2 1/2 Arce agricultural property with ocean views. Wake up to the sound and smell of the ocean.

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

Master

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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