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Vacation Everyday 139 WEST CLIFF DR., XST: BEACH STREET | WWW.139WCLIFFDR.COM | Won't last long at $998,000 L ocation, lifestyle, location—this West Cliff Drive property has it all. Located in the heart of Santa Cruz's most popular recreational locations, you can hear the waves and smell the salt air from this home. Everyday will seem like a weekend, thanks to the proximity to the beach. With so many attractions and activities within walking distance, you can enjoy yourself from the minute you walk out the door of this immaculate 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Just steps away from the water's edge, you can feel the sand between your toes as you walk or run along the shores of the Monterey Bay before or after work. Watch the waves, or ride them yourself at Cowell's Beach. Don't know how to surf? No problem. You can take lessons from some of the world's best instructors who will get you up on your feet in short order. Enjoy the sights of the seagulls, cormorants and brown pelicans flying over head. Wander out on the Wharf for fresh seafood, shops selling unique items and souvenirs, restaurants and endless entertainment. Seals and sea lions congregate on the beams below the wharf, and join the sea otters in feeding in the surrounding waters. Special events, like Woody's on the Wharf, the Wharf to Wharf race, and the Aloha Festival offer unique opportunities for entertainment on the classic pier throughout the year. You can also learn about the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary at the new Exploration Center across the street from the entrance to the Wharf. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is also a short stroll away. Enjoy the rides, the arcade games, the bowling alley and free summer concerts and other special events. Walk a few blocks in the other direction and watch or ride the waves at the world famous Steamer Lane. Some of the best surfers in the world come to "The Lane" to compete in the O'Neill Cold Water Classic surf contest each year. This home is also within walking distance of soccer fields, shopping, and the home of the Santa Cruz Warrior's basketball team. Don't feel like walking? Just relax in front of the fireplace, or enjoy the views of the palm trees over- looking the sparkling waters of the bay from the picture windows in this home. With plenty of guest parking, in addition to a one-car garage, there is a lot of room for visitors at this unique property. Live in it yourself and enjoy endless stay-cations, or use it as a vacation rental or second home. But hurry. A home in this surf side location that's surrounded by recreational activities, won't be on the market for long. B.B. Wong 625 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (831) 459-WONG (9664) 831-818-2300 Call the "WONG" Realtor with the "WONG" number! www.allaboutproperties.com