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Walk to Capitola Beach, Private's Beach & Pleasure Pt (New large chill backyard)

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Beach
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Capitola Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Bedroom (Master Suite)

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

2nd Bedroom (Front)

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom (Back)

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Hallway Bath

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

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Capitola Beach, Private's Beach & Pleasure Pt (New large chill backyard)

The "Blue Beluga Beach Bungalow" is central, clean, cozy & comfy! Relax in the large backyard (BBQ, firepit), themed living room (65" TV + fireplace), oversized master & jacuzzi tub. We're in the midst of several PRIME spots all under a 10 minute walk:

Savings at BlueBelugaBeachBungalow.com

- Capitola Beach & Village (relax, eat, shop) - stroll along cliff views
- Private's Beach (low-key, quiet)
- Pleasure Point (surf, stroll, bike/jog along the water)
- 41st Avenue (shops, coffee, ice cream, eats)
- Capitola Wharf (fish, boat/kayaks)

THE SPACE

Blue Beluga Beach Bungalow (aka: "The Beluga") consists of 3 bedrooms / 2 baths, and has been recently redesigned & refreshed inspired by boutique hotels with a combined beachy & homey feel! We've added new modern furniture to complement the ocean-themed artwork and touches throughout the home.

Enter "The Beluga" through the enclosed gate into a tranquil front yard and peaceful water fountain. On a 6000+ sq foot lot, "The Beluga" has a spacious backyard. There is a large dining table, Weber BBQ grill, and a cozy gas firepit with adirondack-style lounge chairs to relax and wind down from your day at the beach.

Enter though the arched doorway, and you'll walk into an ocean-themed living room with sand-textured walls and our starfish collection. Snuggle by the gas fireplace for ambience and warmth. Or watch a movie or sports on the new 65" TV on the comfy couches.

Adjacent is the dining room with a large table that will seat 8+. The kitchen is well stocked with pots/pans, dining-ware, utensils, microwave, toaster oven, coffee machine, etc. There is a full size fridge and gas range.

There are 3 bedrooms spread throughout the home. A dividing hallway door can be closed between the front and 2 back bedrooms for additional privacy or noise reduction.

- Bedroom #1 - Front bedroom has a queen bed and can be for the early risers.
- Bedroom #2- Consists of a twin daybed that can be pulled out to 2 twin beds side-by-side (equivalent to a king bed).
- Bedroom #3 - Large master suite with a queen bed, and a comfy pull-out sofa bed. It also consists of a elongated jacuzzi bath tub.

Garage access is also available to guests if you need additional space for beach gear, surfboards, etc. We provide a wagon, 4 backpack beach chairs, and some kiddie beach toys for guests to borrow.

To make your stay comfortable, we supply soft bath towels, extra blankets, shampoo/conditioner, body soap, and other basic amenities (toilet paper, paper towels, etc.).

You can park up to 3 cars at the property. 1 car can fit into the driveway and 2 cars on the sidewalk in front of the house (avoid the paid meter parking just around the corner by Capitola Beach)!

YouTube TV is available, or you can log into your own streaming apps (e.g., Netflix, Hulu, etc).

Sorry, no pets allowed. Although we love our fur balls, one of our daughters has allergies.

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PLEASE NOTE:
The separate upstairs studio is the owners private unit/storage and will not be accessible to guests. Note we will NOT be there during your stay.

IMPORTANT HOUSE RULES:

Please note this is NOT A PARTY HOUSE. This is a close-knit neighborhood, therefore we want to be respectful of all of our neighbors. Santa Cruz county has a noise ordinance and quiet hours are between 10:00pm and 8:00am. Please don't book if your group cannot respect the quiet hours.

We have a strict NO SMOKING policy for the inside of the property. Any evidence of smoking done insdie property will result in retaining the full security deposit.

NO PETS please due to our children's allergies.

Property manager

Cal Yao
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strict Quiet Hours from 10pm to 8am per Santa Cruz County Ordinance (please be mindful of our neighbors, especially past 10pm by outdoor firepit)
No more than 8 overnight guests permitted per Santa Cruz County Ordinance. Violations will result in automatic cancellation of stay.
No House Parties Allowed! This is a family friendly neighborhood. :-)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Pleasure Point, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mystery Spot - 11 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's On The Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pleasure Pizza - Slice Shack Portola Dr - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Capitola Beach, Private's Beach & Pleasure Pt (New large chill backyard) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Capitola Beach, Private's Beach & Pleasure Pt (New large chill backyard)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Capitola Beach, Private's Beach & Pleasure Pt (New large chill backyard)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Capitola Beach, Private's Beach & Pleasure Pt (New large chill backyard) located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Hooper Beach and Capitola Beach. Esplanade Park Beach and The Hook are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

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

Great stay in Capitola

We really enjoyed our stay here in Capitola. The place was perfect for our two young families with plenty of space, a big back yard, and tons to do nearby. We would definitely stay here again next time we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

GORGEOUS house in amazingly beautiful area!!

Amazing house and an amazing trip!! Cal and Amy communicated beyond expected and I really appreciate that! House is gorgeous and clean and such a BEAUTIFUL backyard! Located in a VERY nice neighborhood and so close to everything!! Walking around this area was so fun and special and my daughters enjoyed every second of it! We were sad to go after 5 days...but hopefully will be back this summer to rent the house again!! Thank you again Cal and Amy for everything, I appreciate you both so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

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

Quick trip to beach

Great place to relax and take a walk to town and the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

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

Great for families

This place had it all! It was the perfect space for our family. The backyard was great for evening gatherings around the fire pit and morning coffee. It’s also so close to downtown Capitola. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

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

Better than expected

This property has a lovely backyard perfect for a family get-away. And it is so close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon V.

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

Amazing!

Lovely house and super flexible managers!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

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

My Family's Stay at the "Blue Beluga Beach Bungalow”

My family and I stayed at the "Blue Beluga Beach Bungalow" and enjoyed the amenities offered by the property. The house was conveniently located, just a few minutes away from the beach. It comfortably accommodated our party of six. The place was clean and stocked with all the essentials (shampoo, soaps, dishes, cutlery, etc.) needed to make it feel like home. The backyard was well-maintained and provided plenty of seating options, including a fire pit area with two fountains nearby. Additionally, there was a Weber grill and extra LP tanks available in the garage. The owner was responsive and promptly addressed questions we had about the property. The owner also provided clear written instructions on devices like the large Bluetooth speaker and lights throughout the house, making it easy to control these features. My sole suggestion for the property owner is to include stainless steel cookware for those who prefer to avoid Teflon-coated cookware. Don’t hesitate to book this property! I recommend you pack house slippers as shoes are not allowed inside the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime B.

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

Awesome family vacation spot

Our stay at the Beluga was great! The whole family loved the house, and the location is perfect. Close to everything! The house is clean, and Cal is very responsive! Thanks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Salina P., Atlanta

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

Nice house, lots of spaces to sleep, good location, but the lack of fans can be really uncomfortabl

All the beds fold out into mattresses making it easy for multiple people to sleep comfortably, but the lack of AC and fans in the house can be really hot at night, even with all the windows open. Would still recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Fun times!

We had a great time at this property. Great location, walking distance to Capitola and Pleasure point. Owner was great to work with and very accommodating. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Home away from Home

We enjoyed our time at the Blue Beluga Beach Bungalow very much. The house is decorated beautifully with beachy accents everywhere. It’s very clean and smells good inside which to me is always important when I first step into a place I haven’t been in before. There are plenty of dishes, linens, and lots of closet space. The master bedroom is gorgeous and very big, more like a suite. The bathrooms are roomy with lots of drawer space, and handheld shower heads with great water pressure. The location is perfect. We took lots of walks to Capitola Village, and along the cliff to Pleasure Point.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Allyson S., San Jose, CA, USA

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

Peaceful beach getaway

We really enjoyed staying at this little bungalow in Capitola. The house was comfortable for the eight of us and the location could not be beat. The house is a quick walk to Privates Beach and a very short drive to Capitola Village. Charming neighborhood and the outdoor space is ideal for relaxing, eating, and just enjoying the cool ocean air.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Cal Yao

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Originally from the island of Guam and absolutely love being by the beach! While Guam will always be home in my heart, our family has fallen in love with Santa Cruz and Capitola Beach. It's our absolute favorite place in the SF Bay Area and just love spending our weekends by the water.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests