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IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ

Beachfront vacation home near Capitola Beach

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A patio with a sectional sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There is a grill and a covered umbrella.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a dishwasher.
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with white chairs and a wooden table.
A modern living room with a wooden wall, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Capitola, CA
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪5 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 vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Capitola Mercantile and Esplanade Park Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Capitola Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Capitola Mercantile - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Capitola Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Potbelly Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dharma's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ

3 Bedroom Beach house, in the heart of downtown Capitola. Beach, shops, wine bars, and restaurants just steps away. Rent a surf board a few doors down, and walk 2 very short blocks to the beach! House is hip, comfy, and a great layout for families. Private, outdoor patio is perfect for entertaining, with comfortable lounge seating, a succulent garden, grill and dining table.

Newly remodeled kitchen is open to dining area and sunroom, creating a comfortable living space. Dining room table expands to seat 6-10. Sunroom has cozy, gas burning fireplace, and lounge seating facing the backyard. A perfect spot for morning coffee. Living room is at the opposite end of the house, with flat, screen TV and BluRay/DVD.
Two lovely bedrooms downstairs, charmingly furnished. Newly remodeled downstairs bathroom with full bath and shower.

The 3rd bedroom is upstairs, very large-- and, perfect for kids. It includes a 1/2 bath. Bunkbeds sleep 6. Twin mattresses on top, and Full mattresses on the bottom. There is also an additional 'play area' upstairs with a new full size futon. A flat screen TV and BluRay/DVD player are also located in the upstairs bedroom for in-bed movies!

Downstairs, beside the bathroom, you'll find a washer and dryer for your sandy clothes. And, our outdoor shower (with hot and cold water) is great for rinsing off, with plenty of room to hang wet suits and sandy towels.

This house is perfect for a family vacation, romantic getaway or girlfriends weekend. It has all the amenities you need for a comfortable vacation. House can accommodate 10, however it is more comfortable for 8 people (especially adults!). For that reason, there is an additional $50 charge per person, per night, over 8 people. PLEASE NOTE: If you see this listing on Craigslist, you are being scammed. I never advertise there.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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

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Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
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Ideal Location! Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location! Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ House
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining
Ideal Location! Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ Great Yard 4 BBQ
Ideal Location Steps 2 Beach Shops Dining/ House
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Frequently asked questions

How close is IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.1 mi (21-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ to the beach?

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

Does IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ to downtown Capitola?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Capitola.

IDEAL LOCATION! Steps 2 Beach,Shops,Dining/Great Yard 4 BBQ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Everything you need to enjoy the beach and the village is provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great spot in walking distance to the beach and village shops. There was a market/liquor store right around the corner as well. The upstairs bunk beds were great for 4 kids we traveled with. This was probably one of the most well stocked rentals I’ve stayed at. Plenty of towels and stocked kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend and I brought our girls and friends here for their 13th bday celebration. The house is awesome. The location is just a short walk to the beach. The beds were comfortable with high end pillows and bedding. The only thing that is tricky is parking but we were always able to find a spot on the street near the house after circling a time or two. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful three day visit in the middle of January. It was so nice to be so close to all the restaurants and the beach. The home was very comfy, with all the necessities, plus a great back yard. The single drawback was the parking situation, but we were always lucky to find a spot nearby, and 80% of the time our car was right by the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and great location close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The cottage is one block from the village. Lots of food choices, live music on the weekend, and shops! The beach is right there too! I was a little worried about only one (indoor) shower for the 7 of us (3 generations) but it wasn’t an issue at all. Lots of space and sitting areas. My favorite was the back patio, my MIL loved the chaise in the sunroom with the fireplace. The large sofa in the front room was cozy and fit us all. The (adult) kids loved the bunk room upstairs and were up late into the night talking and laughing. Great and quick communication with the host. I would definitely love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, very clean and well stocked! We had the best time on our girls trip! Our host was very responsive and a breeze to work with. We’d love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie W.

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

Great location! Quiet area

Great place to stay in town with spacious interior. Updated nicely too! We had fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great time in Capitola. Our 4th year staying at this awesome beach cottage and it did not disappoint. Our group made lasting memories in this comfortable space. They kids enjoyed the "kid zone" loft and the adults sipped coffee or wine by the cozy fire. Love the relaxing pace of beach life
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

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

Great place

This was a cute place with lots of options for sleeping and if it wasn’t pouring down rain, an adorable patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

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

Great beach house

Great location, great family-friendly house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

A perfect place for a family gathering

Such a great location - within walking distance of the whole village, you don't need a car after arrival until you leave. The house is roomy enough for multiple sets of adults and kids and the washer/dryer make packing a breeze. The patio gives you so much extra room to hang out, it is absolutely the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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

Great as always!

We’ve stayed here many times and love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn R.

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

Great for families

One of our favorite Capitola rentals! Great location and plenty of space for families to travel together. Check in was a breeze and communication with owner was seamless! Thank you for the wonderful memories! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isolda P.

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

Family Vacation

We all had a great time Property was beautiful,clean n close to beach shopping and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

great stay

great location for girls weekend. Shannon communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

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

Capitola oasis

Sweet cottage with huge outdoor space, fireplace, comfy beds and easy stroll to beach. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther L.

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

Wonderful vacation home

What a fantastic spot!! Minutes away from the beach and the town where there are many great food spots. Ideal for our family with little children (we could walk everywhere), we're definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great property and location!

Love this property. We’ll be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

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

Amazing place the stay!

Such a beautiful house right by all the best shops in capitola! I stayed here with my mom, daughter and 3 of her friends for her birthday celebration and we all had such an amazing time. The host was exceptional, thank you so much for an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great property a short walk from the beach!

House was nice and clean. Had everything we needed to cook for the family. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great location!

Great property, well stocked, upstairs loft was a hit with the kids and location to shops/restaurants was great! Parking isn’t ideal but that’s expected by the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

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

Beautiful home, great location, nice amenities.

Michelle was very communicative and helpful from start to finish. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel W.

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

Beach house

Cute beach house! Well appointed with nice remodel. Back yard is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

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

Good Space, Great Location, Nice Time

Back yard was cool for the gathering, kitchen/dining/family rooms allowed for 7 old guys to hang and reminisce.Parking was a bit of a pain, but we knew that going in, so the only parking issue was getting a car unloaded and getting folks into the place.Walking distance to Mr. Toots coffee, and a quiet neighborhood made for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

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