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Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!

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Exterior detail
TV, video games, DVD player
Dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Capitola, CA
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Capitola

This holiday home places you steps from Capitola Historical Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Capitola Mercantile. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a balcony. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a sofa bed, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Capitola holiday home include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach.

What's nearby

  • Capitola Mercantile - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Capitola Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Britannia Arms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬4 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.

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!

Summary:
Location, location, location! Right across from the river walk, a short walk to the beach, village shops, restaurants, cafes, and wine bars. This open space cottage sleeps up to 4 comfortably. There is a SEMI-private sleeping room with a queen bed and pull-out double bed sofa. This quaint cottage includes a full kitchen and a private deck with electric BBQ.
Note, this is an open space room so you will be sleeping in close proximity!

The Space:
The first of two attached cottages. Enter Unit A through the private walk. This unit offers you a private patio with an electric bbq. Enter into the cottage to find an eating area and kitchen that is fully stocked to prepare meals on the vintage stovetop and oven. The bathroom is at the back of the cottage. There is a brand new heater to keep the entire space comfortably warm at night. At the front you will find the living space to include a fold out couch and the attached bedroom that is open to the living room. The living room includes cross seating for games and a tv.

Guest Access:
We will provide you with check in instructions 48 hours before your arrival. There will be a keypad on the front door for easy check in and guests can arrive at their convenience.

The Neighborhood:
This cozy cottage is located right across from the river walk and only a short walk to the beach, village shops, restaurants, cafes, and wine bars. You can take a five-minute walk up to Gayle's Bakery for their signature locally roasted coffee or grab a sweet treat from the case. It is truly the perfect location for central access to all!

Two Units Available, Unit A is also available for rent in this duplex and can be rented out for more space for the family- Ask for details!

Getting Around:
We are in walking distance to the village, the wharf and both beaches.
All parts of Capitola and the surrounding beaches are accessible by bike-bring them with you or secure a rental and enjoy sightseeing on two wheels.

PARKING: Parking can be difficult in Capitola Village! There is only ONE shared private parking space for Units A&B, so parking is not guaranteed. There is public street parking on Bluegum and also a public parking lot across the street on Capitola Avenue. For more information about parking please refer to the City of Capitola's webpage for parking and map information!

Other Things to Note:
We love your furry friends too! Well behaved pets are allowed with a $100 pet fee. Fee must be paid in advance. Pets are not to be left unattended in the property unless in a crate (and only if your pet does not bark in the crate) and under no circumstances are pets allowed on beds or furniture.

There are no daily housekeeping services. The property is cleaned before arrival and after departure. We provide hand soap, dish soap, dish towels, hand towels, bath towels, wash cloths, paper towels and toilet paper. Shampoo and body wash is provided.

Parking can be difficult in Capitola Village! There is only ONE shared private parking space for Units A&B, so parking is not guaranteed. There is public street parking on Bluegum and also a public parking lot across the street on Capitola Avenue.

There are no daily housekeeping services. The property is cleaned before arrival and after departure. We provide hand soap, dish soap, dish towels, hand towels, bath towels, wash cloths, paper towels and toilet paper. Shampoo and body wash is provided.

NOTE: Please be aware that due to cooler climate experienced from ocean breezes, properties in Santa Cruz County, especially near the coast, typically do not have air conditioning.

Interaction with Guests:
Our Superhost-Super Attentive Team is available to you 24-7 before, during and after your stay! We look forward to hosting you!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

• No smoking • No parties or events • Check-in is anytime after 3:00 PM

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Free

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!?

Yep, Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living! is a short 6-minute walk from Capitola Beach.

Does Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!?

No, Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living! Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Love the fenced in private patio. Pet friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly wonderful! Perfect location, close to everything, great experience! Will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky N., OAKEY

Liked: Cleanliness

Wharf to Wharf weekend

Love the property, especially was happy with the toliet paper. Most place use very thin TP.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Wonderful property! Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicky M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed to say the least.

I’ll start with the positive: the location is unbeatable. Walking distance to capitola village, great path directly across the street along the river towards the beach, absolutely beautiful. The listing was advertised as a one bedroom, which it is not. They created a “bedroom” out of an alcove off the living room. This “bedroom” has curtains to create a separation of space, no wall/door so no real privacy. Our adult daughter ended up going to stay elsewhere because it was so small. The real issue we had though was that there was a foul sewage stench coming up from the kitchen drain making the kitchen completely unusable and seems like a health and safety concern. There was also a terrible ant infestation which again, made the kitchen unusable. The heater did not work. Piles of dog hair and crumbs on the floor from previous guests. When I wrote a message to the property management they were dismissive and unhelpful. I contacted vrbo and complained and they agreed with me that this all was unacceptable and refunded me their fees. I am still waiting to hear from the property management regarding compensation for the inconveniences. They did agree that they fell short and the property needs maintenance and cleaning. Steer clear of this place until they repair the plumbing problem and treat the ant infestation! Aside from these issues it seems like it could be a nice place. Just wish our concerns would have been taken seriously and addressed when we first reported them.
Ant infestation
Dog hair from previous guests (we did not have any pets)
Dog hair and crumbs on the floor from previous guests
Dog hair from previous guests
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a nightmare over the weekend. The heater didn’t work, luckily there was a space heater in the closet. Cute cottage, close to beach but packed in with a lot of small vacation rentals. Area is a bit noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few days in Capitola

Perfect spot to spend a few days near the beach and Santa Cruz. Walking distance to beach, shops, and quick mountain getaways! Charming and cozy, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

Liked: Cleanliness

No place like home

It was outstanding, Sweet Cottage, steps to the Village and a short drive to Gayle’s and Shadowbrook. The only drawback was parking. No provisions for Handicap parking. Otherwise everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage in walkable neighborhood

This place exceeded our expectations. The cottage itself was full of vintage, beachy charm and the location was really convenient. Everything you could want/ need in the village was a short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shantel D.

Love the location

Neighbors were very loud however not the fault of the property. Wish it could have been quieter.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 2025!

We had a great experience!! The short walk to the beach, shops, mini mart, made this a wonderful location. We were able to bring our pups which makes this a perfect family vacation. The property manager was very involved and communicated quickly if we had a question. Definitely recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location but needs to be cleaned better.

Quaint property in a very busy location. Enjoyed the closeness to downtown Capitola but there is drunken foot traffic late at night. Parking is definitely difficult and/or expensive. House was very cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

angelo g.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

Parking difficulties. Oder inside not good had to spray and use a candle
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B., Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Cute Beach Bungalow

Such a great location! We loved waking to Capitola Village.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet charming cottage

We really enjoyed our stay The bed was comfortable, very clean had everything we needed was provided, nice hot showers,well definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and cute cottage

Walking distance to everything in Capitola. Cottage was clean and check in easy. There is not a lot of privacy. The one bedroom had a shade and curtains. The futon is not very comfortable, but everything else was amazing! Fully stocked kitchen. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great spot for 2 people, but the apartment, it is a 2 apartment house with a shared wall, is a bit small for 4 people. The listing says there is a bedroom, but it is really a small porch area that was converted into a bed area. The location is awesome, but the parking situation is pretty challenging, especially if you have 2 cars.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet cottage in perfect location

We absolutely loved staying at this cozy spot right in the heart of Capitola Village. It had everything we needed and fit our family of 3 + a pup perfectly. The host was super responsive and all went smoothly. The only drawback is that the hot water smells a bit when you first turn it on. Not sure how you would fix that though. We plan to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint property blocks from Capitola beach

Cute little house well stocked for a comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Treena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and cozy

We had a fabulous stay at this gem in Capitola! Walking distance to downtown, beach, and trails. The cottage was clean and had all amenities you’ll need. The patio was perfect for an afternoon in the sun. We will definitely be back to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spit

Loved this spot, property is dog friendly and centrally located. Perfect for my husband and dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H., Corvallis, OR

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesomely cute Capitola cottage

Just as advertised. Excellent value and charming. The hosts made everything simple and straightforward.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kristina A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our small group

We had 3 people for just a 2 night stay and found this the perfect location. The sleeping area is just the converted living space, so it has the feel of a big sleepover party. Would have been too cramped for more people or if we were spending more time just hanging out at the house, but for us it was perfect. We loved being walking distance to the village shops in Capitola. There is a lovely river walk path that goes down to the village and the beach. We enjoyed the local restaurants, arcade, and shopping, plus walking along the beach. This spot is also easy driving distance into Santa Cruz and other neighborhoods. The lack of a dedicated parking spot was occasionally inconvenient, but wouldn't deter us from booking again. Overall this is a great location for a small group who plans to be out and about most of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023