Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in La Selva Beach

Sara's home was lovely and comfortable. Her gardens on the side of the house and outside a bedroom in front, were tranquil, colorful, magical places. I daydreamed about how she must have planted in stages over the years, planning blooms for the different seasons and assisted by her obvious green thumb. The kitchen was well equipped, and the home had everything we needed. Sara was very welcoming, leaving us a beautiful flower arrangement, and a water bowl and squeaking and crinkling toy for our dogs.

Kim and her husband are an incredible couple. Lots of history at this place. They do an incredibly beautiful job of making you feel right at home. If you want a private beach house getaway with stunning sunsets, friendly locals, and a place to recenter relax and recharge this is the spot! Nothing but kudos to these guys and the atmosphere they created for me and my partner. Take a relaxing bath after a day at the beach spotting otters, seals and whales - 5 min walk to the sand - and watch the owls on property fly around at twilight! Magic through and through. Thank you all. Sending you the best. Definitely sending along the message of a wonderful home away from home nestled in a quiet town that brings peace to its visitors. Much love

I’ve stayed at many places. I can honestly say this home was one of my favorites. Absolutely everything you want and need PLUS MORE. The hammock outside was just what we needed after a long day at the beach. Everything was basically spotless. If you’re looking for a relaxing beach house to stay at, I can’t recommend this one enough. 10/10. I would definitely come back.

Anchors Away was a perfect get away for our family. It was exactly how Holly described and even better. They left a welcome gift which was so thoughtful and the house was right across from the beach and had everything we needed. We will definitely come back!

Great beach getaway celebrating our recent hs graduate. 4 adults and one puppy. Walking distance to beach and food. Enjoyed relaxing in the patio and people watching. Mariam was a fabulous host and was very responsive.

Lori's place was perfect for a large group of people to both enjoy each other's company in the large living/dining/deck areas, while having privacy for sleeping. It's two stories with lots of space inside and outside with a third story outside crow's nest deck as well. The hot tub was a bonus! The beach access was incredible and the best thing about the location. It's just a 2 min. walk away! The neighborhood is tranquil. Lori was easy and great to work with as well! What a special time!

Quaint apartment with cozy living room, easy to use kitchen, beautiful bathroom and extremely comfortable beds. Private garden as well as parking a plus! Welcome basket too

Perfect house in every way!!!! The house is adorable, comfortable, accessible to every part of Santa Cruz and included every single item needed or wanted!! We will be back and are hoping that Colleen's house is available! one word on our host.... we stay in a number of Airbnb's and Colleen was PERFECT and I mean a PERFECT host.... Perfect stay!

This is my 3rd stay at this lovely home. Lots of things to do nearby (great restaurants, an arcade and lots of little shops) and the beach is a short 5 minute walk from the place. There’s an excellent little coffee shop with the best mocha I’ve ever had right downstairs. The wifi connection is strong, beds are comfy and the place was impeccably clean per usual. It’s the perfect home away from home and we can’t wait to come back for round 4!!

Mike’s place is really comfortable and home like. The neighborhood is quiet and private, room is easy to self check-in and spacious enough for 2 persons to stay, there’s also a beautiful little yard which is private and gives out a great feeling to start the day. Thank you so much for your offering, Mike, and I’ll definitely recommend it to others if there’s any chance!

Darling property, well maintained and clean! Great location. Steps to the beach and on a more secluded, quieter street (compared to the main road). She had thoughtfully left plenty of beach towels, beach chairs, etc. Loved it!

We loved our stay and hope to stay here again in future. Wonderful neigborhood- lots to walk to and close to UCSC.

Well-stocked, simply furnished bungalow-type attached residence in the Seabright neighborhood, convenient to the northeastern residential sections of Santa Cruz and to supermarkets and natural food stores. Many new, easy-to-operate small appliances and good laundry set-up. Ample kitchenware and condiments. Quiet city surroundings, easy parking. Overall, staying at the unit (and interacting with owner) was a pleasure.

Great location to surf Steamer Lane or walk the boardwalk in Santa Cruz. Very comfortable apartment outdoor shower and Jacuzzi. Couldn’t really have asked for more.

Place is exactly as described but also clean and inviting! Location location location- can’t beat it. Host is extremely responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!

Daniel’s place was in the best location! Easy to get to, nice space, and perfect for our weekend away!

We had a wonderful short getaway at Sue’s place! The condo is just steps from the beach, pool, and jacuzzi. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves was relaxing, and the ocean breeze was very refreshing. It was exactly what we needed to reset and recharge. Everything was just as described, and we would stay here again! Thank you, Sue!

Staying at this Airbnb was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth and thoughtfulness—fresh local flowers, many beautiful books related to the neighborhood in reading material. The space was immaculately clean, beautifully designed, with everything I could need—toiletries to fast Wi-Fi .The host went above and beyond, checking in to ensure everything was perfect. It felt less like a rental and more like a five-star boutique hotel with the heart of a home. I truly didn’t want to leave!” This is a real heartfelt space in the middle of my home town that provided the soulful connection to home.

We’ve stayed at Pajaro Dunes before, but it’s been decades ago. Marc’s place was perfectly situated for privacy and views and was very clean and well appointed. The peacefulness and serenity were exactly what we were looking for. The beachy feel of the furnishings was charming and the unit included all that we needed including an upgraded and well furnished kitchen, a gas fireplace, a comfortable, king size bed and other essentials like extra blankets and a Kuerig coffee maker. Our only difficulty was when inadvertently trying to use the TV remote to change channels…Don’t Do That, Use the cable remote like it says in the instructions. Spent a thoroughly enjoyable four days here with side trips to Monterey and Carmel. Perfect home base for dining out and exploring the coast, and an excellent, proactive host.

Lisa was very friendly and responsive. She not only provided clear instructions, flexible check-in, but also shared many great local dinning options, which were super helpful for our family of five. The condo was kept spotless with comfortable king size bed, bunkbed that my boys love, a beautiful swirling love seat that my daughter loved to sit in while watching sea birds catching fish using the binocular provided! Our family specifically loved the fireplace on the balcony. It was just perfect for us to enjoy the cozy night chatting and laughing by the fire while listening to the ocean waves NorCal beaches can be very chilling at night. The outdoor fireplace is such a thoughtful amenity. THANK YOU, Lisa!

We had a fantastic stay at this Airbnb in Capitola! The location is perfect—just a short walk to the beach, great restaurants, and charming local shops. The view from the living room was great. The beds were super comfortable, and the whole place had a cozy, welcoming feel. It was clean, well-stocked, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. You can tell the hosts put thought into making sure guests feel at home. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a peaceful, convenient stay by the coast. We’re already looking forward to coming back!

Staying at Seascape was the perfect kid-friendly vacation. The pool was easy to access from our condo and the views were beautiful. The condo's set-up with two bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs and a half bath downstairs was great for our family of 5. The private beach was beautiful - we saw otters, whales, and my son found two perfect sand dollars walking down the beach. It was a little bit of a trek to get down to the beach with three little kids and all the beach gear, but once we were there no one wanted to leave. Several near-by restaurants were delicious, especially the newly opened Dos Pescados. It was fairly easy to get into Santa Cruz too, but we did have to time traffic or it would double the drive time (to almost 45 minutes).

This was our second stay at Harbor House and it was just as great as we remembered it to be. Super easy check-in starts your stay on the right track. Perfect location, great parking, amazing view, friendly neighbors, amazing outdoor space and well-equipped kitchen and beach supplies make this better than most other properties. We will always return when visiting Santa Cruz.

This home is amazing. Looked even better than the photos showed. The view is to die for. I literally could have stayed there all day just gazing at the sea. Lots of space , comfortable settee. Kitchen great. Loved the magnifying mirror in the bathroom. Plenty of towels. Parking outside was great. Short walk to a lovely beach. 10 mins to Capitola. 15 mins to Santa Cruz Living in the UK I don’t know when we will be back in California but if we do this is the only home I want to stay in. Loved every minute here and was sorry to leave.