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5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019

Apartment in Soquel with kitchen and furnished patio

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Nestled in the secluded canyon of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this beautiful Mediterranean home offers a serene retreat with mountain and canyon views. Unwind in your private downstairs suite, complete with two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, living area and kitchen nook or enjoy an outside patio overlooking marvelous mountain vistas.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view
The current price is NZ$620
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019

Beautiful, two story, custom Mediterranean home. Private downstairs suite (700 sq ft) is available for our guests (2 bedrooms/1.5 baths/living area/kitchen nook). Mountain/Canyon views. Wildlife and tranquility. Lots of nearby restaurants. 5 mins to Capitola / 50 mins to Monterey/Carmel. <<<

Whether you're an over-worked Silicon Valley couple looking for a romantic weekend getaway or an out-of-towner who wishes to explore the marvels of the breathtaking Monterey Bay area, this 5-acre, hillside property is simply charming. If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities, suburbs or even beach area congestion in your quest to restore your inner tranquility, re-connect with your significant other, “become one” with nature, see twice as many stars out at night, or you're simply looking to avoid highway 17 traffic home after a long day at the beach, we invite you to experience this very special retreat.

Once you are well-rested, there is a variety of interesting things to do in the area. Having your own car is essential to access the residence and to travel beautiful state highway 1 to nearby locations such as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Capitola beach, Moss Landing, Marina, Monterey (Cannery Row, Monterey Bay Aquarium), Carmel (17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach) and Big Sur. We are also a 40 minute drive to downtown San Jose--the heart of Silicon Valley.

Nestled in a secluded canyon in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the home is only 2.5 miles to downtown Soquel / Capitola and borders Santa Cruz. Offering a quiet, peaceful setting with lots of wildlife (deer, racoon, rabbit, coyote, hawk, owl, etc.), tree diversity (oak, redwood, bay leaf, pine, eucalyptus, palm, etc.), open space and panoramic views, yet within a 5 minute drive to downtown shopping, dining and surfing, the location offers the best of both worlds. The immediate neighborhood has sparse housing (minimum parcel size is 5 acres) and offers an undisturbed and irresistible peace.

You will have access to the 750 square foot, secluded, 100% private downstairs floor with complete disconnection (blocked off) from the (owner occupied) upstairs. Entry is from an exterior doorway. The space includes two large bedrooms (purple and green rooms), a living area (175 sq feet) and 1.5 bathrooms. The purple bedroom has one queen bed. The green bedroom has one double bed and a large bunk bed (supporting 2 adults or children) and one queen bed. We've added a new kitchen nook containing a two-burner electric stove, microwave oven, sink and mini-refrigerator. Amenities include: freshly clean linens and towels, coffee maker, hot water kettle, free coffee/tea/hot chocolate, toaster, free Wifi, and AD-free Smart TV (YouTube Premium, Amazon Prime Video). WEATHER & CONDITIONS PERMITTING--enjoy an outside patio with chairs, ice cooler and outdoor gas BBQ. Try out our new propane fire pit and horseshoe court too! Patio overlooks some marvelous mountain and canyon views.

Note: There are lots of nearby dining establishments within 5 minutes drive (dine-in, take-out or home delivery). You can also use the gas BBQ/stove outside (weather & conditions permitting) or utilize the kitchen nook to cook light meals. Dining is certainly permitted inside the premises. The refrigerator will support many of your perishables. We provide various utensils and cooking pots as well.

******************** HOUSE RULES **********************
* Check-in time is 4PM
* Check out by 12PM
* No smoking
* No pets
* NO OUTSIDE VISITORS except with host pre-approval
* Outdoor patios close at 11:00pm (noise travels in the mountain / canyon)
* Dirty pots, pans, dishes and utensils that you borrow should be cleaned

Additional Permit Rules Established by Santa Cruz County:

* Maximum guest count: five (5)
* Maximum number of guest vehicles on property: two (2)
* Santa Cruz County Noise Ordinance (8.30.010) - reduce noise from 10pm - 8am
* No illegal behavior (fireworks, controlled substances)
* No cooking permitted in bedrooms or bathrooms
* No weddings, outdoor parties or similar activities

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash dishes and silverware
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No outside visitors except if pre-approved by the host.
County-wide noise curfew (10pm-8am). Consider this if using our outside patio as noise travels a great distance. Reduce interior noise by midnight.
We reserve the right to enter the unit for general housekeeping when guests are away. Thank you for your consideration.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

5-acre Mountain Retreat Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Apartment
5-acre Mountain Retreat Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Soquel
5-acre Mountain Retreat Serene Santa Cruz Mountains
5acre Mountain Retreat Serene

About the area

Map
Soquel, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mystery Spot - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 18 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Blossom Hill Station (Caltrain) - 43 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tortilla Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pretty Good Advice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019?

As of 7 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019 on 3 Nov 2025 start from NZ$620.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019 located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Poetic Cellars Winery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dominican Hospital and Capitola Historical Museum. Capitola Beach and Hooper Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #VRAB00019 Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P.

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

Perfect escape

We loved our weekend stay! Greg and Naima were fantastic hosts. The view from the patio was so peaceful and we enjoyed sitting outside near the firepit and playing horseshoes. The space was perfect for our family of five, having the second bathroom is a huge plus! We will definitely be back when we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet setting. Enjoyed the scenery, gardens and wildlife. Weather was perfect, but it does get a bit chilly at night. I think it’s a great place to stay if you want to entertain quests outside on the private patio which has a gas fire pit for when the sun goes down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Great little place for the night

Our family of four was very comfortable for the night here. Great little secluded guest house outside of town in a quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

whitney b.

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

Real estate hunting getaway

We loved our little sanctuary with a lovely view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen G.

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

SoCal motorcycle tour.

Fantastic spot. Very beautiful setting and comfortable accommodations. A memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lars O.

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

Taking my kid to college

The retreat was a great quiet stay while we took our kid to UC Santa Cruz. Close enough to be convenient, but remote enough to be restful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Our stay

Everything about this property was amazing. My wife and I had a wonderful time. if you are considering a stay here, look no further!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Serenity

The family that own the property are wonderful people. It was quiet and peaceful. The property is beautiful. I would love to come visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

T L.

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

Fabulous!

Beautiful quiet and tranquil describe best our impressions of this lovely location. Communication was very easy as was check-in and the kindness and hospitality of hosts was such an added bonus to an already perfect stay. Highly recommend. Look forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy R.

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

Beautiful in every way

Everything was so clean and inviting! The home is gorgeous with quite a view! The owners are very gracious and kind. We enjoyed our stay very much! The wildlife in the area was a nice surprise. Our stay was very peaceful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Beautiful and peaceful place to stay

Check in was easy. The host gave detailed instructions as to how to get to there. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Magical

If I could give this space 10 stars, I would!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette R.

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

Peaceful Comfortable escape for the family

Perfect size for a family of 4. Very elegant and thoughtful accommodations provided by the host. Peaceful, serene setting, quiet and spacious. Exactly what we were hoping for. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

estelle f.

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

thanksgiving overnight

we slept well. Unit was clean! Will come again....
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

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

Lovely quiet place

Very beautiful surroundings and close to Santa Cruz and surrounding towns. Place was clean and spacious with everything we would need. No issues at all and the view was to die for. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy O.

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

Beautiful stay for a family wedding!

This rental apartment was perfect for our five-day stay for a family wedding in Santa Cruz. We were looking for a place where we could enjoy the beautiful Santa Cruz mountains and this apartment and surrounding property was perfect. Quiet, peaceful with beautiful views with stunning flowering bushes, trees, and containers. Great outdoor patio for your morning beverage or evening cocktail. Grill and patio furniture is a plus. The apartment inside was clean with enough kitchenware and linens provided. Owners were very nice and checked in with us during our stay. We had a great stay and would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

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

Mountain Retreat

Except for an occasional plane overhead, it was exceptionally quiet! A time to reflect. I am glad we drove during daylight hours because the public road to and from is in serious need of repair.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Hillside Retreat

This is a lovely rental in a beautiful rural setting, yet just minutes from Soquel and Capitola. The owners were gracious and helpful. Definitely a great "getaway" for a weekend or longer. The only downside--if it is one--is that internet connection can be spotty due to the location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Lovely stay in the mountains

We had a lovely short overnight stay during a quick weekend trip down to Santa Cruz. This was such a fun spot with beautiful scenic views across the mornings. This home is also just a short drive from restaurants and bars in the Santa Cruz area. The bedrooms were comfy and was nice to have two bathrooms during our short stay. The hosts provided a seamless check in and check out experience. We are very grateful to be hosted in such a cool and beautiful home for the night. Ubers were easily available to pick us up and drop us off as well which was nice and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

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

Loved it !!!!

BEAUTIFUL AND RELAXING ! Great accommodations! Host was wonderful !!!!!!! Gracious !! A wonderful experience for all 4 of us !!!!! It was great being in the Santa Cruz mountains ! Stunning views !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikiah B.

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

Rejuvenating

To start the landscaping along the path is amazing, flowers and greenery everywhere. Once inside everything is so well placed and organized too. The bedrooms were adorable, the kids loved the bunkbeds, of course. The king bed in the master suite was a wonderful, I thought it was listed as a queen. The patio outside is awesome, it looks over the trees. We got to see owls, deer, squirrels, and driving past the neighbors llamas was always fun. I highly recommend this place. Will come back here if staying in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

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

Quiet mountain retreat

This is a well appointed two bedroom guest house just a few minutes from downtown Santa Cruz. Following the hosts detailed directions it was easy to find. The guest house has a small kitchenette but a very nice private patio including a barbecue. We saw llamas, deer and would turkeys. Great communication and a beautiful modern home. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda A., Orangevale, California

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

Spectacular property

This is one of the most beautiful properties we have stayed in. Away from the the sounds of of the crowds, on the top of a mountain, it’s so quiet and peaceful, yet close enough to get to Capitola in about 10 minutes. The apartment is beautifully furnished with everything you need and the owners communicated with us to make sure we were good and was there anything else we needed. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks Greg and Naima!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach P.

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

Santa Cruz mountains

The only negative I can come up with is we were only there for 1 night. Beautiful property a few miles up from town. A nice 2 bedroom studio apartment with all the amenities and patio to take in some gorgeous canyon views and wildlife sounds. Even saw a turkey wander bye. The neighbors llamas were a hit for my wife. Thank you for sharing the property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

California Trip

The apartment was very nice. Our family of four really enjoyed the extra room in the apartment. We were traveling in California for a week and the kids and parents liked having their own rooms and beds. So much better than a hotel. We watched glass onion on the living rooom while we snacked on dinner that we picked up. Fantastic hosts!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022