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Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access.

Beachfront vacation home with private hot tub and kitchen

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Watsonville, CA
  • Place, Sunset State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, La Selva Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Watsonville

Within a short walk of Sunset State Beach, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve. The vacation home includes a private hot tub, a kitchen, and a fireplace.

What's nearby

  • Sunset State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Manresa State Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • La Selva Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Monterey Bay - 27 min drive - 21.8 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 33 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beer Mule - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access.


Unique cozy oceanfront 2 level cottage with amazing ocean views from multiple rooms and the outdoor hot tub. A private neighborhood pathway 100 yards away leads directly to the beach. A spiral staircase connects the 2 levels inside the house, and the lower level can also be directly accessed by stairs from the outside. It is a quiet getaway that is perfect for small families. The kitchen and 2 bathrooms feature modern decor with stainless steel appliances and modern lighting. A Tesla charging port was just added to the exterior for the convenience of our guests.
4 Adults allowed per night [includes teens who are 15+], and when including small children, up to 6 persons total can be accommodated. We tend to attract small families looking for a beachfront home to satisfy every whim. While we serve the local family vacationers, long term Corporate renters are welcome during the off season months. Our beautiful home has all the amenities one would need, from the kitchen stocked with most appliances for creating that dream meal, to the free wireless set up with free streaming service, and flat screen TV's in the living area (upper level) and the bedroom (lower level) for a fine quality of entertainment . A local landline phone is provided as well. We welcome ONE small family dog (50 lbs max) for a $50 fee per booking. There is ample space to spread out with separate levels for both privacy and relaxation. We are also located in a very quiet pet friendly residential neighborhood.
Enjoy sweeping views of The Arroyo Greenbelt and Sunset Beach. Spot seals, dolphins and whales from our 2 private decks or watch Squid harvesting at night when in season. Relax in the private hot tub and watch the white water waves. You can explore the outlying areas for amusement, book a kayaking trip in Moss Landing or head north for a full day at The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or take a trip to any of the local wineries. Spend the afternoon browsing in the shops in the quaint Capitola Village. Heading South, explore Downtown Monterey and the Monterey Bay Marine Aquarium. A few miles further places you right in the center of Carmel By The Sea. Whether you choose north or south - a full day of fun, entertainment and relaxation awaits you.
You can also relax all day on our two decks facing the ocean and the beach with an exciting book and a glass of wine, or just chill in the hot tub located on the lower deck.
A week long stay will allow you to explore our beautiful Central Coast and leave you with memories to last a lifetime!
Month long bookings are NOT accepted during June, July and August, as we have returning guests who love to enjoy our home during this period. Bookings for 28 days or more are charged 2 cleaning fees, so that a cleaning service can be provided during their stay.
There is open parking space available for ONE CAR ONLY in front of the house.
NO SMOKING OR USE OF ILLICIT DRUGS allowed on the property or in our private neighborhood - including our personal indoor and outdoor space surrounding this property.
The stairs leading to the beach from our lower level is for ADULT USE ONLY, and not recommended for small children, especially after sunset. Please use the neighborhood pathway when accompanied by children under 8 years of age.

Keywords: 2 Level cozy Home With Amazing Views & Direct Beach Access
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private hot tub, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO Smoking allowed, violators will lose deposit.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

ONE open parking spot in front of the house. No street parking allowed. Hot tub use allowed until 10 pm max.
Private stairs to the beach are not recommended after sunset and for small children. NO liability will be assumed by the owners for unauthorized use.
No smoking / use of illicit drugs allowed within and around the property. Visible socially unacceptable behavior will be reported to law enforcement.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: one pet per family - max 50 lbs

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: have beach toys, indoor board games.

Events

No events allowed
No loud outdoor gatherings after 10 pm.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO Smoking allowed, violators will lose deposit.

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: No loud outdoor gatherings after 10 pm.
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Note from host: No loud outdoor gatherings after 10 pm.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Ocean Front With Direct Access
Ocean Front Home With Direct Beach Access!
Ocean Front Cottage With Direct Beach Access! Watsonville

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Watsonville within a short 7-minute walk of Sunset State Beach. You'll also find Manresa State Beach and La Selva Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access.?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access.?

Yes, all accommodations at this vacation home have private spa tubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 8.6 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 29.4 mi away (49-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access.?

Yes, every accommodation at Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access. comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.

Reviews

Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access. Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 284 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LANNA V., Lodi, CA 95242

Liked: Cleanliness
The beach view was awesome!!! Saw great sunsets and watched the ocean. Great access to beach. The house was clean and had everything. Our stay was great!! Great location and house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawnkhacherian5467

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location, clean well stock kitchen everything we could ask for.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the beach front house.Im pretty sure my dog Max, really loved running and playing on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bao J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage is a cosey, quiet, and private place with incredible ocean views. It has a well equipped kitchen, all the linens, towels and/or blankets you need, and many games and books. We especially enjoyed walking on the uncrowded and sometimes totally private beach. In addition to small families, I highly recommend it for couples. It was a great and romantic getaway for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Catching the sunset from the top deck.
Front door with a view
Stairs to beach
Master bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! Where do I start there are so many great things to say about this beach home and the host’s who allowed us to stay. Adi and Mitra are amazing very helpful and even reached out to make sure all is well during our stay. The home was very clean when we arrived and quite comfy and cozy. The views from the balcony are stunning. We even saw a few whales go by on our last day. The beach is amazing and at times it feels like it’s your own private beach as there are very few people around. The walk down to the beach is a breeze, it’s the stair climb back up the hill of which seems to be 100 steps that gets ya. So prepare yourself for that one. Our kids and the dog as well as my wife and I had an amazing time.Thank you so much Adi and Mitra for allowing us to stay in your home. Hope to do it again in the near future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason Dee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property! Great views! Lots of steps
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanie L., Modesto, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness

One of the Best!

The view....cannot top this one....up high but very close to the crashing waves! Private stairs to a beach that you only see a few people walking by....very private and quiet. The rental was so fun...they have thought of everything and it was just relaxation time. Very clean and you can smell that it was clean. Side note...the rental is in distance for Door Dashing from Watsonville....huge plus if you dont have enough umph left after a busy day. On our short list of must go back places for us. 6 stars if it was avaliable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watsonville Beach House

What a fantastic beach cottage. It was spotless, the views are spectacular, and it had easy access to the beach (you can take the stairs from the actual house or take the ramp from the state park entry). I hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to stay in a very reasonable price

This house is so cute! And right on the water! We’re so glad we brought binoculars because we could see the whales from the window, which really got us excited for our whale watch. House had all the amenities, and heaters for when it’s chilly. If you plan on going down to the water, you better be ready for a glute workout because there are over 100 stairs to the beach. There are two parking spaces, but if you have an SUV, you will need to take both spaces on diagonal. My only complaint is that the sheets on the downstairs queen bed or synthetic and not cotton.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Beach House on Central Coast

Great place to stay and explore from Big Sur to Santa Cruz.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad H., Avery, CA.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

The view, the house and neighborhood, the nearby activities, everything was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney M., Pagosa Springs CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean View

The ocean view, hot tub & beach access was my reason for selecting this property. And it delivered! Comfortable living & sleeping areas. Quiet area & dog friendly. We had a great vacation here.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry O.

Liked: Cleanliness

View Vibe PERFECTION

Loved the Dolphin cottage!It was everything we and our pup needed.We could see go miles and miles is and it was spectacularly beautiful.Quiet neighborhood filled with sweet dog loving people.Our hosts, Adi & Mitra were terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunset beach home

My family and I celebrated my birthday by spending time at Sunset beach. The home is in a great location with stunning views and has many amenities including a nice hot tub. My granddaughter loved staying with her parents and having a bed above them.We struggled a bit to warm up the home, especially one of the bedrooms that has no heater. The owner provides lots of blankets to remedy this somewhat.Overall we had a fun weekend and enjoyed staying in this beach home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful relaxing setting!

Perfect location! Not for those that are out of shape! Lots of stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holidays at the Beach!

Overall we had a great stay and the hosts were very responsive. The location was peaceful and we could sit on the deck and watch the waves or walk down to the beach every day of our stay. Other perks, the hosts had decorated for the holidays, so we were able to just show up and enjoy. When it was chillier outside, we loved that we could turn on the fire place and enjoy the flicker or going in the hot tub.Location was great for day trips to Santa Cruz, Monterey and Moss Landing. The only minor challenge is that my partner is 6'5" and the downstairs bathroom and one of the bedrooms (as noted by the host) is not ideal for taller folks/ has a beam that my partner had to be mindful of. We also chose to bring luggage to the lower level using the outside staircase rather than the interior spiral staircase.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dom

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot

Loved our stay at the cottage. It was a perfect weekend to start the New Year with our little family. House was cute, did multiple walks on the beach, and ended with watching the stars from the hot tub. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean Ocean

Great location, incredible view from everywhere on property. Spa had great view of beach and ocean. House was very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tilted O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

Saw whales, views are amazing !!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaVyrne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach house

Our stay was very nice and relaxing, the views were amazing. The house had everything needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

david l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Trip

The house was very nice and met our needs for relaxing and enjoying the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Misty mornings at the beach

Kitchen and living area had lovely views and all of the amenities for cooking. The house was clean and easy to get to. Central location made it easy to explore Santa Cruz as well as Monterey. Fresh strawberries were available as there are fields everywhere. The stairs down to the bedrooms are steep and tricky but not a deal breaker. We enjoyed the hot tub on the cool Foggy mornings and evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024