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Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm!

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Soquel, CA
  • Popular LocationCapitola Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMystery Spot12 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)82 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

Room options

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2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk
Pool
Hot Tub
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
3.9 out of 5, Good, (16)
The price is $130
per night
$168 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk

About the neighborhood

Soquel

In Soquel .You'll find Capitola Beach and Capitola Historical Museum within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Capitola Mercantile and Capitola Wharf are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 8 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 8 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 9 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza My Heart - 4 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 3 min drive
  • Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - 3 min drive
  • Crumbl Cookies - Capitola - 3 min drive
  • Panda Express - 3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm!

Rancho Soquel is a 15 acre estate accessed by a private gate. Located in Soquel, California, a mere three mile drive from the beaches at the Capitola Esplanade. Guests may enjoy a leisurely walk through the beautiful gardens across the many bridges through the lovely grounds and perhaps through the forest to the Bocce Ball Court. The Super Cottage features it's own private walkway to the front patio. Guests may enjoy dining outside in the covered patio or inside. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms and a full kitchen the super cottage comfortably accommodates a family of four. Complete with cable, wifi, fireplace and washer and dryer and a private hot tub. Sliding glass doors lead from the master bedroom to the back deck. Conveniently centralized between Monterey and San Francisco.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Amazing Gardens Bocce Ball Court True European Charm House
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Amazing Gardens With Bocce Ball Court True European Charm!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! to the airport?

This cottage is 13 mi (16-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! to the beach?

This cottage is 2.8 mi (8-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 2.7 mi (9-min drive) from Esplanade Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! to downtown Soquel?

This cottage is 1.3 mi away from Soquel.

Private Cottage, Amazing Gardens within a Gated Estate - True European Charm! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
We were visiting our daughter who attends UC Santa Cruz and wanted a place not too far from campus. This property was perfect! It was just 20 minutes from the college and wow is it gorgeous! The cottage is warm, welcoming and comfortable. The property is private and secluded, perfect for anyone who likes to spend time outdoors. This place is a true gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply grand
This was our third visit and we will be returning again. Speaks for itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie C., Springboro Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Gathering
Beautiful property and great location to see all the wonderful things in the area. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
If this place is available while you are searching VRBO, I urge you to snatch it up immediately, before somebody else does. This two-bedroom two-bath cottage was perfect for our family of four. It is one of several houses on a large estate, though I think this is the only one rented out on a short-term basis. The entire property is covered in fantabulous gardens. In addition to the spacious (for 4) interior, there are several outdoor sitting areas to enjoy the gardens and wildlife (lots of bunnies, birds, lizards, and butterflies). The quaint town of Soquel is just 1.5 miles away, where you can find several coffee shops, restaurants, wine bars, and retail. Capitola is just a little farther, and it has even more restaurants and retail, including a Trader Joe's to stock the fridge and pantry. We were in the area for a wedding, and the rest of the family stayed at a Marriott Courtyard in Santa Cruz. They were all envious when we showed them pics of our lovely cottage. Also, Soquel seems so much cleaner and safer than Santa Cruz, which suffers all the problems that have made most California cities unsafe and undesirable for tourists. While you are in Soquel, be sure to consider the 50-minute drive to Monterey to visit the aquarium. The $60 tickets were higher than I remember from our previous visit (30 years ago), but it is worth every penny. To avoid the crowds, try to go on a weekday afternoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Our daughter lives in Capitola in a tiny apartment. This was the perfect space to gather. The six of us were able to eat outside at our place and cook our own meal for her 25th birthday. The cottage was clean, beautiful and well appointed. The grounds are gorgeous. Plenty of space to walk around and a variety of places to sit outside. Our only surprise was that it is also a wedding venue and our cottage was along the perimeter of the grounds., so one of the nights we had that going on but it didn’t impact our stay except for the noise and people asking directions to the restroom
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Beyond words to describe. So many delights around the grounds. Our second visit and we can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Beautiful guest house and access to an amazing property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secret Paradise
if you are looking for a retreat from the hustle and bustle of life, this is is your place. The host, cottage, and garden grounds were wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith M., Costa Mesa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Estate-like stay
Beautiful & well appointed 2 bd/2ba cottage on a former event venue set at foot of Santa Cruz mtns. Patios/outdoor space galore, hot tub & bbq. Fully equipped kitchen & cable tv. Owner Bjorg was very accommodating. A 10 min drive to Capitola beach/wharf. Perfect if you’re looking for a bit of piece & quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
It was a great stay. Incredibly accommodating. Very clean, and beautiful grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022