Ohana, a Hawaiian-inspired retreat in Santa Cruz, offers a warm welcome with its rich entertainer's kitchen and designer décor. Stroll to Cowell's Beach or the Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk from this central location. Unwind in the hot tub of your private master suite or fire up the BBQ on the sunny lanai.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
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.
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.
Additional Pet fees do apply, per pet. Dogs must not exceed 45lbs and must be more than 1 year old. If you feel your situation regarding your pet warrants reconsideration of these guidelines, please contact the Beachnest office.
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
Bedsheets 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,400 square feet
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ohana?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ohana?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ohana located?
Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cowell's Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Main Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf are also within 10 minutes.
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Ohana Reviews
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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.
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!