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CHARMING GARDENS & GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214

Holiday home with a hot tub, near Capitola Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Capitola Beach
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Place, Mystery Spot
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

CHARMING GARDENS & 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! The home is situated in a peaceful quiet beach neighborhood. 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. The other room has a Queen bed & 42" smart TV with French doors that lead out to Hot Tub ( Maintained by Hot Tub Water Specialist). The Living Room has 3 couches 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 feel comfortable too!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Pleasure Point, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Mystery Spot - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 12 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cat & Cloud Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is CHARMING GARDENS & GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CHARMING GARDENS & GREAT LOCATION PETS/HOT TUB #141214 located?

Located in Pleasure Point, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hooper Beach and Capitola Beach. Capitola Wharf and Capitola Mercantile are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

4/10 Poor

michelle L.

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

Bad VRBO experience

Not very good at all. No hot water for two days. Cold showers in December are not fun. Sink and garbage disposal broke and were inoperable for three days. This made Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals difficult. Plumbers told us we should get a refund since the sink and disposal were clogged with black gunk and goo for a really long time. Owner offered nothing. Will not return, ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Great Amenities, Location and OODLES of Charm!

We stayed for a long weekend. The house is really fun with three different, separately fenced areas. There were lots of thoughtful touches throughout the home like a bowl and dog toy for our dog, plenty of pillows, throws, umbrellas, and beautiful art. The kitchen had everything you could think of and then some. In fact, the whole house just has art and pillows and textures everywhere. The hot tub was lovely and we used it every evening. I gave my twin boys the big master in the front and I took the smaller bedroom with the hot tub right off the patio. I wasn't sure from the listing, but there are two bathrooms. The neighborhood was fairly quiet for SC, though it should be noted that there is a back unit and if it's rented, those strangers will be coming through your sideyard where there are a lot of windows. I think the back unit also allows dogs, because there was a little, yappy dog back there every morning about 7 a.m. I didn't mind as I'm an early riser, but just wanted to warn. The only thing this charming, cute little cottage is missing is a nightstand in the smaller bedroom. That would be a nice touch. (Oh and don't forget to buy one of the beautiful cards in the kitchen! They are gorgeous!)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Fabulous family time, with adult children

This was our first VRBO experience, and we were pleased with every aspect of our stay. Compared to hotels, this was beautiful, spacious, comfortable, safe, and relaxing. We appreciated the original art work, the tropical gardens, and the comforts of home. Our small, older dog was happier than he has ever been on a trip. The location is ideal, as the property is set between Capitola and Santa Cruz, just under half a mile from the beach. Thank you to Sara, our host, who went above and beyond to accommodate parking for my son's SUV and trailer. Wonderful memories: kayaking in Santa Cruz, an elegant, delicious meal at Shadowbrook, and relaxing in the hot tub. Everything went smoothly, and we felt at home. We loved our first VRBO stay! Thank you Sara for the extra touches that made us feel welcomed. Kelly and family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Home away from home: Simply Perfect:)

We came here to spend time with our brand new granddaughter and her parents. They live a half a mile away, and we could not have picked a more perfect place to stay. Sara’s magnolia cottage is peaceful, perfectly laid out and lovingly cared for. The gardens are spectacular and soothing. The hot tub was the perfect way to book end our day. I love, love the kitchen and all the equipment. We had everything we needed ( and more). Sara was immediately responsive to any questions or needs. We don’t have any pets, and this is a pet friendly place. The place was impeccably clean, and there was no evidence of any pet dander. This is the best place we have ever stayed. I highly recommend it . It’s also the perfect location with the beach and East Cliff just down the road: not to mention verve coffee, Pizza and a brewery within walking distance. I’m hoping that this will be our go to place on regular visits to Capitola /Santa Cruz. Truly wonderful and we are so grateful.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

jane, Rocklin

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

long weekend

Easy access to the beach, Capitola. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Koren P.

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

Great Location & Beautiful Garden

First of all... cold beer & wine waiting for us upon arrival! Awesome after a drive with dog & toddler! Stayed here with my husband and almost 3 year old and two doggos. Great location for food, coffee, brews, beach & shopping. You could stay here and not get back in your car all week! Loved the private garden out front. Having a kiddo, it was nice to have a TV with options. Beds were comfy, used the stand up shower, not the tub. Everything was very clean and we had every supply we needed! Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Wonderful stay!

Cute property and super convenient location. Hope to come back sometime soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill S., Folsom, CA

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

Beautiful home and grounds in Capitola, nice location

We really enjoyed our stay at Sara's property. The home and grounds were as advertised, well kept, and inviting. The garden in the front yard was nice and peaceful. The home is in a nice quiet neighborhood a few blocks from a cove with access to the ocean, and not far from the village. Sara was a pleasant host and was responsive through the VRBO app. The host lives in a unit in the back but it is separated from the rental and we had plenty of privacy. Would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sara Allshouse

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Santa Cruz has always been a magical place for me . As a child my family and I came here in the summers with my aunts, uncles and cousins. Memories of the Boardwalk, sandy beaches, and beautiful surroundings is something I've never tired of. I have lived in Santa Cruz for 42 yrs. and counting. I enjoy riding horses, gardening, painting. photography, and walks along the beach with my dog. I do portraits of animals and people in Pastels, Oils & Acylics.

Why they chose this property

I loved that Magnolia Garden Bungalow is close to many beaches and Capitola Village! The street is very quite, which is great for sleeping in. And if you like to walk to restaurants, there's a choice of just about every style and taste. Along with a nearby brewery and outdoor seating to bring your dog along .

What makes this property unique

The Gardens creat a privacy and tranquility with Teak garden furniture and tables. My guests comment that the interior feels like a home away from home. I'm also happy to report many compliments on the mattresses being so comfortable!! I source linen & bedding from luxury brands. It's centrally located near the beach in a quite peaceful neighborhood. Capitola Village is 5 minutes away. The 38th Ave. Surf Sanctuary/Bike path is a great place for a walk along the cliffs on the ocean. Restaurants; EastSide Eatery, NuBo Brewery, Penny Ice Creamery,Verve Coffee Roasting, Cliff Cafe, Whole Foods, TraderJoe's, Theaters,Shopping etc., all a short stroll away.

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English

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