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On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061

Beachfront condo near Capitola Beach

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A beach with colorful buildings and people enjoying the sand and water.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, a stove, a sink, and a blender.
A living room with a sofa, a television, a table with a fruit basket, and a framed picture on the wall.
A beachside restaurant with large windows, outdoor umbrellas, and beach views.
A waterfront building with a sign reading "St. Luke's Bridge Cafe".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Capitola, CA
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Capitola

On the beach.With a stay at this Capitola condo, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Capitola Wharf and Capitola Mercantile are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Capitola Wharf - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Capitola Mercantile - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hooper Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Capitola Historical Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061

***FAMILY RENTAL ONLY___THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE***
If you are planning your next trip to Capitola or Santa Cruz area, we are offering the premier beach front vacation rental for you which is located in the heart of Capitola Village. Our home has breath taking ocean views from the living room & Kitchen area and is located directly on the beach of Capitola Village in the famous Venetian Apartments.

In this quaint Mediterranean style beachfront home, every room has been recently remodeled with all new appliances and granite kitchen counter tops. Accommodations sleep five comfortably with a full bath. Also featured is a 37'' flat screen monitor for evening entertainment.

Wake up in the morning and watch the sunrise while you enjoy your morning coffee or tea. Step out the door on to the sand and take a jog or simply stroll along the beach while looking out at the world reknowned Monterey Bay.


You can also take a walk along the Capitola Wharf and get a bite to eat at the Wharf House Restaurant. If you feel up to it, you can rent a boat or kayak and enjoy the waters of the Bay or try your hand at surfing. Capitola Village offers a wide variety of dining such as Italian, Mexican, Tai, Mid Eastern or one of America's best Pizza. If you prefer fine dining, the world's famous ''Shadow Brook Restaurant'' is within two blocks walking distance of our home. Capitola village also provides nightlife and entertainment as well, which is just a walk across the beach or down the street.


There is no better location in all of Capitola for your beach vacation. We invite you stay and enjoy!




Things To Do:

Capitola Village - Beach, Lagoon, Wharf, Restaurants and Shopping.

New Brighton Beach - a beautiful and natural beach setting with camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking and host to Monarch Butterflies.

Nicene Marks Park - Bike trails and hiking trails in pristine redwood forests.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk/Santa Cruz Wharf - Great fun for family and friends at one of the best seaside amusement parks in the world; fishing charters and sightseeing in Monterey Bay.

Santa Cruz Surf Spots - Cowells Beach, Pleasure Point, Capitola Beach

Roaring Camp Railroad - Old fashioned fun ride on historic narrow gauge railroad.

The Mystery Spot - a gravitational anomaly still unexplained. See for yourself.l

Monterey Bay Aquarium - World Class Aquarium at the apex of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary.

CV_Permit # 16-061

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

Guest who are not staying at the property are not allowed to use the bathroom.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Parties outside on the beach are not 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
Note from host: Parties outside on the beach are not allowed.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Parties outside on the beach are not allowed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach Cv_#16 061
On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 Capitola

Frequently asked questions

How close is On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 to the airport?

This condo is 12.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 to downtown Capitola?

This condo is 0.3 mi away from Capitola.

On the Sand at Capitola Village Beach CV_#16-061 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

After taxes getaway

Place was beautiful and owner was very responsive any time I had questions !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yasemin S.

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

Another great visit

This was our second time staying at this property and it is as described. Perfect location and nice place for a family with little kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adele T.

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

Great getaway

My family and I had a wonderful time. Very cute and beachfront was so amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

This is place is terrific!

Second time staying here! Love the location! Love the home! Love the property manager! Will be back in August!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Noelle T.

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

Storm of the century

We were very thankful that Robert was able to put us in a different condo after the storm hit the reserved place and flooded it. We had a wonderful weekend and the view was amazing! Capitola is rebuilding and every business we went into was very appreciated. I can not wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucia B.

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

Beautiful beach suite Capitola

I would just like to say the upstairs suite my girlfriend n I stayed in was way more then I expected!! It was absolutely beautiful, fantastic view of the beach, very nicely decorated, very comfortable, had everything you need for a beautiful stay at the beach. Also having a parking pass was a nice bonus for feee parking for our stay. Thank you so much for making my 60th Birthday absolutely amazing n special!! Highly recommend!! Thanks again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

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

Paradise

We stayed at this property for a week during 4th of July, and we had an amazing time. You cannot beat the location, and having your own private spot on the beach each day is priceless (especially on crowded days such as holidays/weekends). We didn't even use our car the entire trip because everything was within walking distance....shops, restaurants, beach, etc. The best part of our trip was meeting the neighbors/locals who live nearby and came down to the beach each day to BBQ. they were so nice and generous and made us feel like family. We will be coming back to stay here ASAP!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pattie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Capitola

Cute place. Cute decor… but could really use some comfortable living room furniture and better beds. The beds were a queen size bed frame with a double mattress. Resulted in frame sticking out much further than the mattress; just an accident waiting to happen. Second bed is a day bed, twin size. Fouton in the living room is full size, but no sheets or bedding provided. There is no way this place could sleep 5 average sized adults!! Sink and bathtub in bathroom need replacing. Extremely stained. But… love the location. Could see the beach and hear the ocean up close and personal. For the price, the place should have been top notch, but it just isn’t! Will not be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Not up to par

The main bedroom was very small with a double bed & twin bed. We as adults didn’t think it would be comfortable to sleep on the double bed so we chose the pullout couch. We had our 9 year old granddaughter and her friend with us. It was horrible. I was on the phone with the owner’s son for 2 hours trying to get the TV (cable box) to work, even went upstairs to his parents unit and got their cable box. I finally said I couldn’t do anymore. The place needs a definite update with furniture. Kitchen was fine. Toilet paper was so thin you had to use 1/4 of a roll. The next morning called to say we were leaving. Didn’t want to spend more time on the TV or have a horrible night trying to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kristan M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great location

Was disappointed the light in the kitchen is full of bugs. No coffee. That’s always included even in cheap hotels. Most coffee pots have pods nowadays so buying coffee for a few days would be a waste of money. No parking. No screens on the windows to open them for fresh air. Location was the best part. Location, location, location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

1st Time in Capitola

This place is all about the location! We rented this place for my parents who are elderly and my mom is disabled and would not be able to walk thru the sand. With this place your front porch is the beach!. My parents spent the whole time sitting in front of the wall and were able to have the ocean experience, and that was what we wanted. The inside of the house is a little outdated and was not stocked very well but you can't beat the location. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yasemin S.

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

Perfect location, great host

Right on the beach, close to everything. Robert was so easy to communicate with. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Danielle R.

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

Nice location

Great location. The one bedroom has one full size bed and one twin bed. Both are old and not comfortable at all. Also not ideal for a couples get away. We had to sleep in different beds. If the owners would put two Queen quality beds in this unit it would be amazing. The place smells bad of mildew and isn’t very clean. We enjoyed the location. There are 6 plastic chairs that we could use for the beach. That was a huge plus. Overall the location is what we paid for. The location outweighed the lack of comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

donna t.

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

Cute place and great view

Apartment was clean and cute. You can’t beat the location and view. We enjoyed walking the beach and playing dice out front. The locals were very friendly and people watching was amusing. We would definitely rent this apartment again. With the exception of the bedroom, the apartment is updated and nice. My only suggestions would be, new bedding, pillows and even a mattress for the bedroom. The comforter, sheets, and pillows are old, worn, scratchy and musty smelling. There’s also a smell of cigarette smoke in this room. I’m wondering if it’s coming from a neighbor as I only smelled it off and on. The couch pillows also need to be replaced or deep cleaned. Also, I could only find one pan and the only spatulas are for outdoor bbqing. With that being said the place is good but could be great with just a few little details being addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Great Capitola Beach front

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was excellent. You can see the ocean and beach from the kitchen table. It was nice to sit outside and enjoy the beach and ocean. The host was great at communicating with us and answering questions. We had 5 adults and with the sofa bed all able to have a place to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Clean space and great location.

Awesome time! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilbert T.

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

Best birthday ever

We decided to stay here for our daughters 15th birthday. Was hoping her and friends would enjoy hanging out and shopping alone. So they could feel a little more independent. It worked they shopped . They play on the beach. Fell asleep to the ocean and woke to the ocean sounds. What a GREAT experience. Thank you for allowing people to create life long memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Perfect Stay

Place is perfect for 2 people. Everything is about a 2 minute walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

maria b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely location but tired

Good location, lots of people loitering, and inside was tired and a bit dank smelling, especially for the very high rate. We could have been just as well with an off beach location for the price. There are two beds in one small room and expected a bit of a different set up per “sleeps 5 description”. I suppose it is accurate but misleading as I have been to Capitola before and thought we would get access to the upstairs as well as pictured. I put up my husband’s friends visiting for the weekend from the UK and honestly, I was a bit embarrassed—thought it would be more quaint and nicer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George R.

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

Communication was great got a parking pass that worked really well for us

Communication was great got a parking pass that worked really well for us
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Great Stay

The property was very clean and the owner was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessie D.

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

Amazing location

It was one of our best vacations! The location to the beach made it easy for the adults to sit outside and relax while the kids played in the sand. It really was the best and the owner was extremely nice and accommodating. The house has beach chairs and outdoor table and chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linden L.

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

Killer location

Very clean, great location with fantastic views of the beach. Price was reasonable given the above.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tomomi G.

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

Amazing stay

Can’t beat the location right on the beach. Our family all loved it - kids and adults alike.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura P.

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

Right on the beach

The unit was as described - beautiful view and steps to the sand. We were provided a parking pass to park anywhere in metered spots which is great...finding those spots Saturday - Tuesday was quite the time consuming challenge, not entirely unexpected. Would have been lovely if the windows opened, but we understood why they did not. Overall a lovely stay in a nice and roomy unit. Host was friendly and responsive to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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