Our Story

Cliff Surf House isn’t just a vacation – it’s about coming together with people from all over the world and making friends, maybe even friends for life. For me, it’s a place to recharge, find peace, and just feel good. ❤And of course… you have to trust anyone who tells you that tequila is good for surfing.

People, surfing, activities, food and vibes make this a paradise. Stefan was the best surf coach ever. I am a Portuguese living in Germany and coming back to Santa Cruz and Cliff is always the best time of the year for me.

When I come to Cliff it immediately feels like coming home. Love the team, the surf progress, the activities, the food and Santa Cruz. When I leave I’m already planning my next visit. See you soon x

I had the pleasure of staying at the CLIFF Surfhouse in Santa Cruz for a fantastic 7-day getaway, and let me just say, it exceeded all my expectations! From the moment I arrived until the day I left, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The Surfhouse’s slogan, “come as a guest, leave as a friend,” truly encapsulates the warm and inviting atmosphere that permeates this establishment. The staff and owners were incredibly friendly and made sure every guest felt like a part of their extended family.

The Cliff Surfhouse is the best place when it’s about learning to surf, connecting with fascinating people from all around the world, get a taste of the Portuguese kitchen and just having the time of your life. Every time I return to Cliff, I’m looking forward to seeing the coaches again! Spending time on the lineup with them especially the big boss Stefan or the love of my life Bruno is my favorite! Coming as a guest, leaving as a friend is true. That’s why I’ve been there already five times, and it won’t stop with five. You really get to feel that the team is giving everything and all their best for you to have the best time!!

Solo traveler, without surfing experience? Absolutely!!! A little cliffhanger upfront: It’s going to be cheesy! 😉 I first entered the Cliff in 2022 with no clue about anything and, accordingly, no expectations. What I experienced there, however, knocked me off my feet, not only because of that. The aesthetics, the spirit, the quality of instruction, the attention to detail, the organization, and above all: the team and the people I got to know were so amazing that any expectation would have been exceeded anyway. I was so convinced and in love that, as soon as I was back home, I booked again and stood on the board 2 months later. And in 2023, it was clear to me: I definitely have to go there again. After all three visits, I not only learned a lot about waves, weather, and surfing but also about myself and my beautiful encounters. While I had to leave the waves, the weather, and the surfboard in Portugal every time, I took new energy, learnings, and, above all, friendships with me, which endure and even grow! It’s really like planting a little seed in the Cliff once, and a beautiful tree grows quickly. The Portuguese wind ensures that the tree’s new seeds blow across borders, and you can harvest the fruits wherever you want. And I did that and met many wonderful people again. Besides, I continue to surf regularly and love it! You could call me a Cliffluencer because I find this experience so beautiful and worthwhile that I rave about the Cliff Surfhouse to all my friends and now apparently to you, as a reader. You really have nothing to lose and should dare if you’re unsure! Afterward, I think you’ll know what I’m trying to put into words here – so let’s go! And maybe we’ll even see each other because I already miss my beautiful tree and will surely visit it again soon to water it and let it continue to grow!