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CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214

Vacation home near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, 38th Avenue Beach Access
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Pleasure Point vacation home, you'll find Capitola Beach and Hooper Beach. Capitola Wharf and Capitola Mercantile are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hooper Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capitola Wharf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Capitola Diner - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214

FABULOUS 'The Magnolia Garden Bungalow' (#141214) in Santa Cruz is a perfect friends and family getaway. Everyone loves how quiet the neighborhood is! The interior is tasteful, comfortable and has original art throughout. Outdoor Garden areas for you to relax in and barbecue too! The Hot Tub is private, hot and sparkling clean! Excellent location! It's a 5 min stroll to Capitola Village. Also close by and walking distance is 38th Ave Surf Sanctuary Beach (low tide pools to explore & dog walking ) and Bike path, EastSide Eatery, Pleasure Pizza, Suda, Penny Ice Creamery, Verve Coffee Cafe, Betty's Burgers, Cliff Cafe, Pono's Hawaiian, Cinelux Theater etc. Grocery stores nearby are New Leaf, Wholefoods, Trader Joes, etc. A few miles away is the magical Boardwalk. Also going to Natural Bridges to view the Monarch Butterflies hanging from Eucalyptus trees is a must! The living room has a 50" 4K TV ( Netflix, Prime video, Youtube). Front bedroom has a King sized bed & 36" TV the bedroom has hardwood floors, Oriental rug & French doors that lead out to a lovely front garden. French doors lead out to Hot Tub ( Maintained by Hot Tub Water Specialist). The Living Room has 3 couches ( one has a hide a bed) with slip covers, Oriental rug, Flokati rugs on back of couches, & 50" 4K TV. The house is clean and sunny. Dining room has custom Marble table top , Comfortable Dining Chairs, Kitchen; Concrete Counter tops, Thermador Oven, Dishwasher, Wine refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Espresso machine, Coffee Grinder, Toaster, Micro Wave, Blender, large selection of Pots and Pans ( Le Creuset, All- Clad etc), Stocked spices and condiments. Altogether there are 3 Flat Screen TVs, Hot Tub, Wireless Internet, Barbeque. Original Paintings/Art, 'Heather Glass' Carved Glass throughout home, , Comfortable Linens, one of the 3 Couches has a hide a bed. Fireplace Hearth, Shampoos and Hair Conditioner.
Dogs Welcome! The front fenced yard is available for dog visitors to enjoy & feel comfortable too!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Avoid using or putting any acidic drinks/products on the concrete countertop because it will etch the surface

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Walk TO Capitola Great Location Pets/hot TUB
*WALK TO CAPITOLA GREAT LOCATION* PETS/HOT TUB
The Magnolia Bungalow Pets Free Nov dec Hot Tub
" Surfs UP" Rates!!! DEC 3 10 Pets Free/hot TUB
Walk TO Capitola Great Location Pets Free/hot TUB

Frequently asked questions

How close is CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.9 mi (22-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from Capitola Beach and 6-minute walk from Hooper Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 to downtown Santa Cruz?

This vacation home is 3.5 mi away from Santa Cruz.

CHARMING GARDENS & SUNNY GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage with private hot tub. Had everything we needed for a quick weekend away. King bed in frontnof house was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sara is so wonderful and the house is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly- nice location. Great for a 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described, a lovely and comfortable home, perfect for a laid back stay that is walking distance to the cliffs, Capitola village, and multiple food/drink options.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful time at Sara's. The house is in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to Capitola, perfect for enjoying the beach and coming back to relax in a peaceful environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Host was so sweet, leaving us toys for our pups. House was very well stocked! Would definitely stay again!! Thank you Sara.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities- the air purifier/fan/heater. TVs, comfortable living spaces. Everything we needed and more. Love the location. Will be back!
Our girl Lula sunbathing in the beautiful front yard 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location - We had a wonderful stay!

The house is in a great location & we had a wonderful stay. Sara was great to work with and the house was the perfect size for our family of four.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Perfect location, amenities and host! The gardens are beautiful and it feels very private yet is walking distance to Capitola. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We really loved staying at this house. So perfect to travel with our dog. The location was great and just a short walk to downtown Capitola. Private and beautifully landscaped!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and close to everything

We had a great stay at this house. It is well stocked, clean and comfortable. It was close to all the good surf spots. We would stay here again! The host is super sweet and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I would stay again

Beautiful, cozy place. Short walk to Capitola Village. Plan on coming back next summer, if all goes as plans.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Everything is top notch. Sara and all the things she does to make your stay comfortable from luxury linens to treats ( both human and for dog) to beautiful gardens to her beautiful artwork and providing a relaxing atmosphere are more than expected. We have stayed here many times and plan to return soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Betsy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Host seemed annoyed I contacted her ten minutes before arrival so that she could greet us with keys per instructions on VRBO ArrivalPortal. She stated these were “old” instructions (?). I would encourage people to print out arrival instructions because no access to internet before entering by keypad code which requires internet. Place was clean and decent, beds and couches not firm or new. It was fine but overpriced for what it provided. Owners exit and enter on path next to rental unit which does trigger dogs to bark.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnolia Garden Home

Excellent place to stay! The host was great at Communicating with me. She had so many thoughtful touches that made us feel special and very welcomed. Her garden is amazing, just something out of a fairytale!! I highly recommend this place to stay - one of the best places.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnolia Garden Bungalow

We enjoyed our stay over Thanksgiving holiday. Great location, easy walking distance to stores, beach, Verve coffee. Sara was only a text away. Kitchen is set up with everything you could possibly need. love the vintage feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is the second time that we have stayed at Sarah’s house. She couldn’t make you feel more welcom

This is the second time we stayed at Sara’s house. Location is great. The bungalows two large bedrooms and two baths plus kitchen dining and living room you couldn’t ask for more. Everything is complementary beautifully to make you stay comfortable and enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend getaway

My family enjoyed a nice weekend getaway. Sara was a wonderful host... responding to communication promptly, even during our stay. We were greeted with a bottle of wine and some tasty treats as well! She was very helpful and understanding when we had to change our dates due to the Santa Cruz fires. The house was clean, comfortable, and spacious for my family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bari T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this cottage by Pleasure Point Beach

This cottage was perfect for my husand and I, our teenage son and our dog, Blue. It was cozy and artistic. The king size bed in the main room was one of the most comfortable beds we have slept in while traveling. The hot tub was large, secluded and fit the whole family in. We loved the little garden area in the front. It was a great location, walking distance to coffee, restaurants and the ocean. And, Sara, the owner, was very accomdodating to all our needs. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Fantastic spot for small family and dogs!

My wife, 1yo son and I had a great Labor day weekend at Sara's house. The house was a perfect set up for us and a home base for the Santa Cruz area. It was a short walk to both Pleasure Point and Capitola where we were able to hang out at the beaches and have some great meals. We also felt right at home at the house which is in a quiet beachside neighborhood. The hot tub was new and hot when we arrived. There was an outside patio area for our dogs to hang out and a grill area. Inside was very clean and the fridge was fully stocked with wine and beer when we arrived! I highly recommend for a home base to explore the Santa Cruz area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite getaway!

We have stayed in many VRBO properties and this is our favorite. We have had the pleasure of visiting multiple times and enjoyed each one. The neighborhood is quiet, the gardens are beautiful, the decor is peppered with original art and comfy furnishings and Sara, the host, is wonderful. The King size bed is just right and the shower in the back bedroom is perfect. The kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans and we have cooked everything from tacos to chili to pasta and fish. We all enjoyed the treats provided by Sara and our dog enjoys the fenced in front yard and walks in the neighborhood. There are plenty of restaurants close by and some within walking distance. We are looking forward to our next stay in a month or so.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasure Point Oasis

Sara's 2bed/2bath home was a perfect oasis to start our Thanksgiving week at. Clean, comfortable (oh the beds!), with so many personal touches that made us feel right at home. And the location is wonderfully situation a half block away from 41st, so can easy walk to shops, eateries, coffee shops... as well as Pleasure Point and Capitola. As a host, Sara was super easy to communicate with & welcomed us warmly: a bottle of wine, a little puzzle for our kids, and even a toy for our pup. Check in/out couldn't have been easier. And while they live at the back of the property, they really designed the backyard and gates to provide privacy for all. We will definitely keep this lovely home in rotation for our future SC weekend getaways!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming and so comfortable.

Sara is the consummate hostess. This is our second visit and she did not disappoint. Since it was the beginning of December the house was tastefully decorated with a few nods to the holidays. She even had the burning Yule log running on the TV as we entered. We immediately felt the coziness of the house and we were so welcomed by the many treats she left for us and the dog. The house is very clean, the bed and sheets comfy and living room couches and pillows so inviting for lazy reading time or watching TV. Again the location is perfect and within short walks to dining and craft beer quaffing. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot close to downtown and dog friendly

Communication with owner was excellent. She left gifts for our dogs and bottle of wine for my friends bday. Beds were so comfortable, I slept great. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms were perfect either for Two singles or two couples. The larger of the two yards is a shared entrance woth the owner so careful leaving dogs out there without supervision and the other areas are better suited for smaller dogs. Parking in driveway is great. Kitchen well equipped if you are cooking. Comfortable house would go back. We didn’t get a chance to use the hot tub but is a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient, Spacious and Welcoming

We absolutely enjoyed our stay and so did our dog. Sara knows how to make her guests feel welcomed, with a welcome note and treats for all. The house was more than enough room for us and I would recommend that it would also be great for two couples or for a family. One excellent feature is a door between the living room and the bedrooms in case some guests are nights owls and like to visit or watch TV late or if someone is using the living room as a sleeping area. The room with the king size bed also opens to the front yard which was convenient when our dog wanted to go out after bedtime. The location is perfect as there are many restaurants close by and you are within walking distance of Capitola ( the walk back is all up hill though) but really, nothing is very far when in Santa Cruz. We will definitely go back and we are planning our next visit already.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021