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A spacious living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a leather armchair. A television is mounted on the wall, and there is a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a glass dining table, and a bar area.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.
A bright dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with a built-in cabinet, and a skylight above.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony, and a wicker chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Marini’s at the Wharf - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Makai Island Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shrine Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬8 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.

Ohana

Summary:

Welcome to O'Hana - a taste of Hawaii in Santa Cruz! This is a beautiful single level 3 bedroom, 3 bath house featuring a beautiful back yard and hot tub.



This is not a pet friendly home.



The Space:

Welcome to Ohana - a taste of Hawaii in Santa Cruz!  NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023!



Located in central Santa Cruz and less than a 10 minute walk from Cowell's Beach, the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf and the Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk - you can park your vehicle and walk everywhere from this well- designed artisan's retreat.  However, consider this your fair warning:  you may not want to wander too far from this property!  Instantly impressive as you step through the front door and meet with the rich entertainer's kitchen, African wood flooring and designer décor - the real pull of this property comes from the sunny lanai and the well designed indoor and outdoor layout.  The comfortable patio seating, putting green, and a free-form bocce ball court. The tranquil and lush gardens BEG you to fire up the BBQ early and spend your evenings relaxing in the backyard.



This single level floor plan has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including the spacious master suite which features private access to the hot tub. Ohana has quality amenities throughout and is cozy and warm with old-world finishes including three fireplaces,  limestone floors, and an inviting lanai that transitions seamlessly to the backyard. This home easily accommodates two to three families traveling together and is a wonderful home for sharing holiday or summer vacation memories.



Ohana means "family" in Hawaiian - and what better way to create memories with loved ones than at a lovely vacation rental reminiscent of Hawaii, but located in the heart of Santa Cruz.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

🚨 Top 5 Non-Negotiables 🚨 (Please read before proceeding with your booking) 1. No Parties or Events — Ever Any party, gathering, or event will re...

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Santa Cruz
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Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a short 12-minute walk of Monterey Bay and also 13 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. You'll also find Santa Cruz Main Beach and Pacific Avenue less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Ohana?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Ohana good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.

Does Ohana have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Does Ohana have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 17.7 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ohana?

Yes, every house at Ohana comes with a balcony.

Ohana Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do this place justice. It’s so much cuter in person. The backyard is beautiful and the house itself is perfect. No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the luxurious Ohana. Everything was perfectly clean and comfortable. Perfect location for a family with walking distance to beach and boardwalk. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ohana house was amazing!

Such a beautiful house with every amenity and walkable to boardwalk. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the home was well equipped. Would definitely recommend to others. Slept 8 comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super fun trip

We had a wonderful stay. Our daughter attends UC Santa Cruz and we were there for the weekend to see her. Really enjoyed the mini golf and hot tub. Beautiful cozy home with lots of charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family spot

This house was the perfect home base for our extended family visit to Santa Cruz for our daughter’s graduation. It was well appointed with everything we needed and more! We loved relaxing and playing games in the beautiful backyard. The putting green was so fun! The host was very responsive and welcoming. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun getaway with family

Close to boardwalk but not noisy. We ran on the trail to the light house every day, walked to restaurants and threw plastic axes in the backyard. Perfect setup for the 8 of us. Thanks for hosting
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, beautiful house

Once settled in you can walk to everything! We did not have nice weather during our stay, so we did drive more than expected, but the boardwalk and many restaurants are a quick walk from the house. We were cozy inside with several fireplaces and we played some games in the large backyard. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday fun for Nana

Thank you for opening up your beautiful cozy home to us! You have provided everything we would have needed! All the beds were cozy, living room couches were very cozy too!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at Ohana. We all agreed that it felt like being at home. The inside of the property was beautiful. The beds were comfortable and everything was very clean. We only had one family of four staying here, but it would have very comfortably fit 8 people. The outdoor space was beautiful as well. We enjoyed hitting balls on the putting green, playing bocce ball, soaking in the hot tub and eating dinner around the fire pit. The outdoor shower was awesome for rinsing sandy feet and washing up after the hot tub. The location was perfect for walking to the beach, wharf, boardwalk, along West Cliff Dr. and we even walked to downtown. We would love to return for a stay in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is an oasis. It had everything we needed and more. Our favorite part was the extensive yard with BBQ, dinning area and lots of space and games for kids to play outside. Not to mention relaxing in the tub at night. The kitchen is fully equipped with nice pans, all sort of appliances and utensils, even cook books. Lots of seating areas and beach ware (towels, chairs, toys, bodyboards...).Our host was attentive and communicated clearly. The area is close to the beach, restaurants, supermarkets but quiet and safe. We had a wonderful stay and came back happy and recharged.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location can't be beat. It's a short 2 or 3 block walk from the pier. The house has ample parking - easy to fit 2 or 3 cars in the driveway. The host made everything so simple - everything was on the app, from the WiFi code, to information about the property. The house was super well appointed - for example, a great coffee machine and plenty of filters. Awesome back yard to hang out in, and a big hot tub (very private) as well as an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Great TVs, strong WiFi signal, super comfortable beds, awesome towels (thick and plush). This place really feels like you are staying at your best friend's vacation home - not a rental. This place has my highest recommendation. I've stayed here twice now and I love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual trip spent at Ohana

Our annual trip to Santa Cruz was made even better when we stayed at the Ohana property. Wow!!! Kudos to the owners and management team. Location was awesome to Dream Inn, downtown, and of course, the boardwalk! The property was outstanding. Each parent(s) had their own room and bathroom and the young adults/teens were able to share rooms conveniently. Kitchen is very well stocked in terms of pans and utensils. There are different seating areas inside as well as outside the house where you can be social or solitary. The hot tub and putting green were awesome. Our favorite place, though, was sitting outside around the fire! Will definitely book this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025