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Front Row, West Cliff Dr. w/ Jacuzzi, Bocci, Ping-Pong, Fire-Pit and More

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Room
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Cowell's Beach
    3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    6 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    31 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (or Office)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

3 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

About this property

Front Row, West Cliff Dr. w/ Jacuzzi, Bocci, Ping-Pong, Fire-Pit and More

West Cliff Drive...Location, location, location.

900 block of West Cliff Dr. w/ Panoramic Ocean Views

Great for entertaining and family celebrations. Huge back yard can handle a crowd with room to play…Jacuzzi, barbecue, fire pit, ping-pong, bocce-ball court, cold plunge tub and outdoor shower.

Single-Level, Dog and Kid friendly.

There is truly no better place to stay in Santa Cruz than directly on West Cliff Drive! West Cliff is ranked the #1 attraction in Santa Cruz. Why stay anywhere else?

Head out the front door, turn east and arrive in minutes at Lighthouse Beach, the Surfing Museum, the Lighthouse, and of course the world famous “Steamers Lane” surf spot. Keep going and you will find yourself at the Surfer Statue, Cowells Beach, the Monterey Bay Exploration Center, the Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Head North along the cliffs, and you will pass a multitude of beautiful West Cliff homes, secluded cove after cove, and find yourself at Natural Bridges State Beach to watch Egrets, take the 'Monarch Butterfly Boardwalk' through the Monarch Grove, and check out the visitors center. There's simply nothing like it.

Don’t want to go anywhere? Why not just sit on the porch and watch it all happen… Directly in front of our house the people watching is fantastic as is the parade of abundant sea life: otters, dolphins, whales, pelicans, and more. With binoculars, a cup of coffee, or a glass of wine in hand; sunrise, sunset, and all day long, West Cliff will put on a show, and you will have a front row seat.

Small Weddings and Other Gatherings of 50 or less Considered for an Additional Fee.

Please call Gia, with booking inquires and questions.

Mahalo!

Property manager

Gretchen "Gia" Bach

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, 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 Surfing Museum and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Cowell's Beach - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Ocean Street - 4 min drive
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Steamer Lane Supply - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Parish Publick House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Front Row, West Cliff Dr. w/ Jacuzzi, Bocci, Ping-Pong, Fire-Pit and More pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Front Row, West Cliff Dr. w/ Jacuzzi, Bocci, Ping-Pong, Fire-Pit and More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Front Row, West Cliff Dr. w/ Jacuzzi, Bocci, Ping-Pong, Fire-Pit and More?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Front Row, West Cliff Dr. w/ Jacuzzi, Bocci, Ping-Pong, Fire-Pit and More located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lighthouse Field State Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home base for a beach weekend
The house was clean, very well equipped, with plenty of space and lots of entertainment for all family members, including the hot tub and outdoor shower. Beautiful ocean views, friendly people and dogs going by, quick walk to beaches or grocery. We especially appreciated the kitchen, with all the equipment and appliances needed to make meals easy for the whole family. Sitting and watching the pelicans fly by might have been our favorite part. We made wonderful memories here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House
We loved our stay. It had everything to make a week at the beach a superlative experience, with a terrific back yard full of fun activities as well as a lovely interior with loads of space. Something for everyone in our family to enjoy. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenneth d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
west cliff celebration
We celebrated my birthday with our two children and grandkids ages 11 and 14. The house was great. There were plenty of activities including a spa in the backyard to keep everyone busy. The location is spectacular and Gia is easy to reach with any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A bit of paradise!
This home was beautiful and had everything we needed and more. The fire pit in the front yard allows for a beautiful ocean view and great people watching! The backyard is perfect for adults and children both. We come to Santa Cruz often and this house was one of our favorites. We will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Backyard!
Our stay was a Christmas present for our kids (2 adult kids, with spouses and grandchildren, plus ourselves). The home easily fit all of us with space to spare. The house is decorated beach/Zen themed with beautiful live plants too. While the front yard looks cozy, we didn't use it at all because it was pretty windy and much colder in the front yard, but the backyard was awesome--10 degrees warmer and no wind and so spacious with lounging spots and toys! We learned to play bocce ball, which was so much fun! The spa was nice and BBQ worked perfectly. The kitchen had everything we needed for each family's prepared dinner night. While the construction and fence across the Pacific Ocean view was disappointing at first, it actually was nice because there were no cars in front of the house and the traffic was minimal. The house is an easy walk to the Surfer's museum. We drove to the Boardwalk area, but I suppose you could walk (without children). We loved the Surfers Paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location, walking distance to downtown and right next to Its beach. Clean, comfortable, and spacious property with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Page P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CELEBRATION VACATION LOCATION
I can’t say enough about how amazing this experience was for our entire family. 12 of us stayed here for five nights to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from UC Santa Cruz. Family came in from Indiana and we wanted a space that made everyone feel comfortable but was close to The ocean. Santa Cruz offers so many fun activities for all ages, but having a space to come home to that was equally as fun was really important to us, and we found it at this space. We ranged in age from 20 months to 90 years old and every member of the family found something they especially loved about this Space. Hearing the roar of the ocean at night, seeing the moon reflection on the water, watching the surfers during the morning, taking scenic walks along the ocean or just playing at the many activities the backyard had to offer, truly gave us all we needed. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Our group of women thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this lovely property. The house was clean, linens were lush and it was well stocked. Unfortunately, it rained most of the weekend so we did not get a chance to enjoy the backyard games, but the inside was spacious enough to accommodate a rainy afternoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Rental Home I've Ever Booked!
I have nothing but great things to say about this wonderful home and Gia as a host. I booked the place for a weekend reunion for my friends, and it was perfect. The location on West Cliff Avenue is stunning, with panoramic ocean views from the front porch. The house is also only 10 minutes from Steamer Lane, a world class surfing break and park. The house still felt private due to tinted windows and was well stocked and had a modern, updated kitchen perfect for cooking for a large group. The house also had an amazing, spacious backyard with tons of activities. Ping pong, bocce ball, cornhole, and a hot tub. We also went to the beach and made use of the beach wagon, chairs, and ~20 surfboards available, including at least 3 foam boards perfect for beginners. Needless to say we had no shortage of things to do. The house also had a 3 person sauna in the garage which was great for winding down after a day of fun in the sun. Finally, Gia and her team were super responsive and kind. She guided us seamlessly through check in and check out. She even helped us coordinate pickup of a few things left behind at the place a week after check out. Gia really went the extra mile! I recommend this place without reservation, it is the best rental house I've ever stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cliff house
We enjoyed the home as it had plenty of room for us. The property had so many activities for us and was very well kept. Gia was very helpful and made the whole process seamless. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
We had 2 families of 5. There was plenty of room for all of us. We loved the back yard, the big couches, and the well stocked kitchen. Gia and Amanda were fantastic. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

marlies z., Kentfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, amazing backyard
Love the ocean view and super fun backyard. House has incredible indoor plants and is so. Ute and comfortable. Construction zone in front, due to storms and road falling out, but a blessing cuz no car traffic! Just walkers/runners and bikers!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yoni D., Davis, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and location
We absolutely loved staying here. We could hear (and feel!) the waves crashing on West Cliff. The house and yard were simply magnificent and we all had so much fun! Bocce, ping pong, hot tub. It was all just great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Family Christmas!!
This was the perfect property for our family holiday week. We had a jolly house full with 6 adults, 5 kids ages 3-9, and 2 dogs from 3 states! Clean, cozy, comfortable, convenient! Complete with Christmas tree! Spacious back yard for kids to run around, play with the dogs, let off steam. Cozy gas fire pit in front for more sedate relaxation. Nearby beaches, boardwalk and aquariums, so lots to do. Property manager was very responsive and obliging and really helped to make the week a holiday to remember.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelby v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vibes for an extended family weekend
Our family loved this property. It was even better in person - which is always a pleasant surprise when booking vacation homes online. Well stocked home and a fabulous property manager made this an easy and memorable weekend to celebrate a 60th birthday with our loved ones. The brand new hot tub and the front yard firepit and patio set were show stoppers for us. Such a nice way to relax in the evenings. Thank you for being a fantastic host Gretchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Everything about this place is perfect. Ideal getaway place to spend a relaxing and meaningful time with friends and family. Something for everyone. Beautiful views, close to amazing walks, cafes and beaches. Backyard was perfect for the little kids and teens. House was beautiful. Lovely art work, high ceilings, comfortable beds, very clean and organized. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D., Pleasanton CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best of Santa Cruz!
Great house in an amazing location! Perfect for an extended family gathering - 4 generations. Well stocked with those kitchen items you always forget / need and lots of beach gear. Fill the wagon and walk to the dog beach. Definitely will come back to setup base camp to further explore the coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Masaki A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Great location, multiple surf spots close by, awesome amenities and cool house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Home
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful house on West Cliff. Gia, the owner was communicative and informative and the check in process was easy. The home itself was just lovely. Clean, very comfortable beds with great linens, big fluffy towels, and was stocked with everything to make the visit special. The back yard was very large and was filled with many areas to entertain and have fun with. The Grand Kids loved it. A patio out front was our place for coffee in a morning and a glass of wine in the evening. Watching the whales, dolphins, birds and people walking by. We very much enjoyed our stay here and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
You can't beat the location! Besides the fact that you are a short walk to all of the attractions, the house itself is perfect for a large group. We enjoyed people watching by the fire in the front yard and playing games and relaxing in the back yard. The home itself is even more spacious than we expected and it slept our group of 11 comfortably. Gia and Krista were great hosts and very communicative. We would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L., Newtonville, MA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
This is our 40th wedding anniversary year and our family came to celebrate at this property in Santa Cruz. We had between 7 and 9 people with between 3-5 dogs. The house was immaculate and beautifully decorated. We were all impressed by the 8 foot monstera above the refrigerator. The house is designed for entertaining and there was a microwave, 2 ovens, a stove top, a pannini maker, Vitamix blender, air fryer oven and 2 refrigerator/freezers. The back yard had bocci balls, sauna, pingpong table, cornthrow and many chairs. The dogs loved roaming around the large yard. We especially enjoyed the large windows overlooking the ocean where the kelp bed had a family of at least 6 otters. We enjoyed eating on the porch and sitting with the fire bowl in the front year. The owner was very responsive and answered our many texts. The access to the beach was 5 minutes in either direction. We loved our stay and hope to visit again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandhya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and property
Location is perfect. We had a fabulous extended stay with family. Couple of minor suggestions - would be nice to have shampoo, conditioner, and coffee included as it required an extra grocery store run. No beach towels provided which was an inconvenience without laundry on site. Pet hair on upholstery could bother some. Hosts were responsive and easy to communicate with. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful West Cliff
This was our fourth year in the West Cliff area but the first time at this property. We were worried about the destruction to the beach and road this last winter and the orange road barriers in front of the proposer Ty were a distraction but not as bad as I feared. The road is only one way in front of the property which was fine and actually cut down on traffic compared to prior years. We had six adults and four children 7 and under (including a 10 month old) and the house worked well for this group. The fire pit in the front is a great place for cocktails, after dinner conversations and people watching and the backyard is terrific for kids. The jacuzzi and outdoor shower are wonderful features. The small bedroom with a triple decker bunk bed was a big hit with the 7 and 5 year old grandkids. The kitchen has a good layout and works well. We had some bad luck with the dishwasher and clothes washer both going out while we were there, but the owner was very responsive, replacing the dishwasher in less than 24 hours and collecting our laundry and having it done offsite while the clothes washer was out of commission. The owner and local property manager were both extremely responsive to our questions and issues. We had a great time and look forward to returning next year and for many years to come.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J., San Rafael, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape to West cliff
The location combined with the size of the home was perfect for us & our cousins (total 4 adults, 6 kids). The house was well equipped with everything you need. The front & back yards are both very welcoming allowing the kids to be outside a lot too. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit to Santa Cruz
Perfect place for a stay. The back yard is so big with so much to do, it is hard not to just stay and play. Plenty of room for our family of 11 (two are toddlers). Great views from the front of the house, both inside and out. People watching, running/walking, along West Cliff Drive added to the fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Gretchen "Gia" Bach

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