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Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz

Vacation home in Watsonville with kitchen and balcony

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Holiday House offers a serene retreat with panoramic views of the coast from every room and a spacious deck perfect for whale watching, sunset gazing, or simply relaxing. The cozy living room features plush sofas, wall-mounted TV and an array of books & games.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz

The highlight of Holiday House is the view that you will enjoy from every room, and the very large deck set up for your relaxation, dining, whale watching, listening to bird song, and marveling at the sunset..followed by the twinkling lights of Santa Cruz up the shore. Easy access to Manresa State Beach. Surf, or watch the surfers, beach comb, fly a kite, surf cast: public access beach extends for more than 11 miles! Time spent indoors will be enhanced by the cozy living room, comfortable sofas and dining space, wall mounted 42" smart tv for movies and sports, and lots of books, games, and puzzles. Seriously cute and comfortable to visit, this house has a vintage modern vibe that is designed to be efficient, interesting, and welcoming. It was built in the 70's and features some original finishes and some newer. The 2 bedrooms (new carpet laid November 2021) are furnished with queen beds with new mattresses, bedding, and pillows (one bedroom has an additional twin with trundle bed) and the 1.5 baths are clean and well-appointed with plenty of higher quality towels and lighting. The kitchen is outfitted to cook 3 meals a day with virtually all the tools you expect, if you like that sort of thing! There is a washer and dryer on site, and a garage for your bikes or surfboards so you can unload and clean and lock 'em up.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • 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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Interior

Carefree Days at The Beach

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 150 reviews
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
If you used the grill, clean out the drip pan, brush clean, and wipe down the exterior
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Ocean View Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz House
Ocean View Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz
Ocean View Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz House
Ocean View Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz House
Ocean View Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz

About the neighborhood

Map
La Selva Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Manresa State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • La Selva Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Seascape Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Seacliff State Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 40 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Mule - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sanderlings Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Manresa State Beach and Beer Can Beach. La Selva Beach is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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Ocean View La Selva Beach Manresa State Beach Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are repeat customers. This is a great getaway just a block walk down the hill to an incredible, uncrowded beach. We even got to swim with humpback whales just 50 yards away from us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya S.

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

Great location

Great location between Monterey and Santa Cruz. Walkable to a beautiful beach. Hosts have done a great job ensuring anything you may need is in the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Great house, amazing quiet neighborhood, so relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa E.

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

Great location

The house is a little run down, but the location made up for it in spades! I’d definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

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

Beautiful Property with Great Views!

Super cool little cottage near the beach. Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

wallace w., Oakland, CA

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

Awesome spot

I loved this place. The location is great -short walk to the beach. The house is very well done-all the details are right. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

gail m., Sacramento

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

Lovely comfortable place, with fantastic deck

The place was great- less than .3 miles to feet in sand. Very well equipped and Lori is very responsive. Looking forward to returning soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rocio M.

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

Wonderful relaxing family staycation

Our family of 4 had a very pleasant stay at Lori's cottage. We found the property spotless and in great condition. The kitchen was so clean and well appointed! Thank you Lori for the welcome card and bread, very nice! Location is excellent, we enjoyed walking around town and beach and relaxing on the deck with ocean views. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Favorite beach house

A lovely, peaceful, comfortable, home away from home. Would highly recommend, only problem with that is it’s not always available when I want to go😉 Oh well, I can share- it’s wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Great stay!

We loved our stay in this peaceful, welcoming home. There is excellent proximity to an expansive beach and a lovely view from the deck. The home is super clean and extremely well set up for guests. You’ll find everything you might need and more. The owner is thoughtful and responsive. We hope to be back in the future! Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D., -

Charming cottage with character!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this charming cottage. It was perfect for our family of four. The description of the property is accurate and it's clear the owners take great pride in the property. Lori was very responsive and a pleasure to work with. The neighborhood was quiet, the beach just a short walk away, and the outside deck was lovely in the afternoon. Our only regret is we did not stay longer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Loved it!!

The house was great and well stocked. The owner was wonderful and very gracious! There were 4 adults and we all felt very at home! Even my little dog was happy, she loved the deck!! Although the weather wasn't very accommodating we still enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to returning during the summer. Thank you so much Lori!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Regina D.

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

Birthday escape

It was a very lovely and cozy home in a very good and quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to the beach! It was the birthday of 2 of our boys and they love being so close to the beach! The place was clean and it was easy to reach Lori for questions! Since we came in late for iur check in it was a pleasant surprise to see fresh bread from Lori and the boys devoured it! Will defnitwly stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan Q.

Can't wait to come back

Don't worry about the wrecked stairs to the beach. The properties on Oceanview sometimes have their steps unlocked and there is easy access from the State beach 300 steps down the highway. The sunsets are beautiful from the deck, the frig has a great ice maker and the kitchen is well stocked with condiments. Lori is very responsive. The beach is special ...isolated and beautiful. Our dogs felt very at home too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M., Hillsboro

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

Perfect for a peaceful beach vacation.

This was the perfect place for our family to stay. Nice peaceful neighborhood and very close walk to the beach. We are originally from San Jose so we had several guests stop by for visits. The deck was perfect for entertaining adults while kids played ping pong downstairs. Our dogs loved squirrel watching from the deck and walks on the beach. This was one of the cleanest dog friendly properties we have ever stayed in except for the apparent accidents someones dog had prior to our stay, leaving stains and a bit of a smell downstairs. The owner left a lovely scented candle that made a huge improvement to the smell. The instructions left explained that they will no longer be accepting reservations with dogs because they have been disappointed recently. This was very sad to hear because it is so hard to find such lovely properties when traveling with your dogs. I wish people would be more respectful and responsible when staying in someone else’s home. Lori was an amazing hostess, leaving us fresh flowers, baskets of strawberries, delicious Mexican pastries and a handwritten note to our family. Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful home with our pups, we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Carol T.

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

Holiday Heaven

The Holiday House was perfect for our family. The location was ideal, with nearby beach access. The house was very clean and came equipped with every amenity imagineable. We look forward to booking the Holiday House in the future.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Hidden Gem

Great house in a quiet neighborhood! Very well stocked home and kitchen, lovely outdoor deck with partial oven view and lots of seating to relax and enjoy, great BBQ, and everything you would need for a day at the beach. We loved being so close to the Manresa state beach, Aptos, and Capitola but yet did not feel like we were in the high tourist area. Lori was a great host and the beautiful fresh flowers and welcome goodies were such a sweet touch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Great for young families

I came to Holiday House with my two young kids for Spring Break. We loved the cozy charm and mid-century vibes. The kitchen has high end appliances and was well thought out with everything we needed. The bedrooms were very comfortable and linens were clean and plentiful. We loved Manresa State Beach, a short drive away and picture perfect California sunsets. We did encounter a few spiders during the week, but that’s not surprising considering the beautiful wildflower meadows on both sides of the house. The sunflowers, strawberries, and farm fresh eggs at check in were a delight! The proximity to Watsonville for groceries was a plus. Definitely check out Seascape Foods for last minute items, including Marianne’s ice cream! So happy I found this cozy beach cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jackson B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4/5 Stars

The house was well equipped with kitchen and household items. It felt like a home. Beds were comfortable enough, and the host is very responsive. Some drawbacks include lack of upkeep in the front/back lawn areas, insects inside the house (ants and spiders), and lack of air conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Wonderful home at Monterey Bay

This house is a real gem! We enjoyed our stay so much! The house is beautifully furnished and very well equipped. We haven’t missed anything! Everything was comfortable from the beds to the terrace with ocean view. In the mornings when the fog is often in the bay, our teenage son and us enjoyed table tennis and later in the day, when usually the sun is coming out, we took the boogie board provided by the owners. The beach is only 10 min walk from the house. On our arrival we found a sweet welcome message. There were even beach towels for us to use. The owners thought of everything! Next time we bring our golf bags.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Carol T.

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

Wonderful Stay

The Holiday House was exactly what we had hoped for. The home is very clean and well appointed. The beds were comfy and the deck was amazing. The deck has great ocean views and is a perfect morning coffee spot. Looking forward to renting again next year. Lori was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael & Madonna L.

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

Great location with views!

Had such a great stay at the "Holiday House"! The place is in such a great location and so close to the beach! Spotless inside and had everything you could possibly need. Definitely will be our go to place when we go back to the area. Owner was so easy to communicate with too if you have any questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P.

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

Another great stay

We returned to this lovely house and had another wonderful vacation. The house is perfect for a family and the beach is fantastic. We feel so lucky to have found this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thom A.

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

quiet place with nice views!

Host was awesome, superb level of detail in her communications/recommendations. Very nice touches throughout the home. Best set of cookware I've seen in a vacation rental, as well as a nice outdoor grill that actually had propane (including a backup!) - a rare feat! The outdoor area has great views and really comfortable furniture. Quiet neighborhood too, which was nice. Absolutely would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Convenient location and easy communication

We were visiting the Santa Cruz/Monterey area on a family vacation. The home was well stocked and comfortable. The owners reached out via text when we arrived to ensure that we were settled and were also responsive and easy to communicate with during our stay regarding a few questions that came up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023