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Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8297 sq m

Explore the area

Map
Santa Cruz, CA
  • Popular LocationOcean Street1 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMystery Spot8 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)39 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.

Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains

Leave the city hustle and bustle behind and escape to our updated historic French country home. The perfect retreat for those seeking a relaxing, luxurious getaway. Located within the Pasatiempo Golf Community, close to the beaches of Santa Cruz, and nearly two dozen wineries. This home is the perfect mix of seclusion but still within reach of those seeking to explore the Santa Cruz Mountains. Rustic with modern luxuries to make your stay cozy and comfortable. With four-bedroom suites each with its own private bath, the Gatehouse is perfect for getaways. Come enjoy this little piece of heaven.

* Book 7+ Nights for an automatic 10% Discount
* Payment schedule available upon request.

*** Notice - Current Home Updates***

- Our new Hot Tub has arrived! Relax and enjoy the therapeutic jets of our Marquis V84.

- This is a gated HOA community, the entrances to the property are under 24/7 surveillance with restricted access. Exterior Ring Doorbell & Floodlight on-site.




Property manager

Nacole

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are 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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Pasatiempo Golf Course Beach Wineries 1 Acre House Santa Cruz
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Pasatiempo Golf Course Beach Wineries 1 Acre House
Pasatiempo Golf Course Beach Wineries 1 Acre Santa Cruz
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On Pasatiempo Golf Course Near Beach Wineries 1 Acre
On Pasatiempo Golf Course Near Beach Wineries 1 Acre
Gatehouse Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains
Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains Santa Cruz
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Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 1 min drive
  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 3 min drive
  • Mariannes Ice Cream - 2 min drive
  • Taqueria Los Pericos - 3 min drive
  • Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Pasatiempo Golf Course, Ocean Street, and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 120 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
The property is very expansive, and was so great for sectioning off kid zones and adult zones. Everything was gorgeous inside and we all had a fantastic stay. We're already talking about taking another trip up to santa cruz just to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha D.

Property needs updating
Traveled for work and overall, it was fine. The house definitely needs renovating. There is still carpet from the 80’s in a few of the rooms, the linens are ancient and there were blood stains on the mattress in the back bedroom. The location was fabulous as it was close to the retail store we were opening and the owner was very kind. The worst part of the trip was that the gate to the property required a code to both enter and exit the property. On our departure date, the gate broke. I contacted the property owners and the security guard and it took over an hour for someone to come and help us. The gate never ended up working, including with the use of the emergency fire department gate key, and they ended up having to cut the chain so we could leave through the back of the property. Such an absolute hazard. Had an ambulance or fire truck needed to get to the house, it would have been impossible. Furthermore, while trying to escape, we all ruined our shoes in the muddy swamp. We made our plane, barely, but it was a horrible experience. I would recommend this property only if it gets renovated and they do something about that gate. Proceed with caution.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Gathering
We stayed for our family’s annual Thanksgiving gathering. Property location is right off Highway 17 near all Santa Cruz activities. Secluded and quiet property. The house is lovely and accommodated everyone. The best part was that each bedroom had its own private bathroom and included walk-in showers for an elderly family member. All on one level with no steps. Patio areas are a nice addition. The master suite is very large with a small office, walk- in closet and soaker tub and walk-in shower. Access to patio out slider doors. Garage converted to rec room with pool table and games. Property manager always available for assistance. Definitely would stay again. 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane- C., Carlsbad

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
We had a wonderful time during our stay at the gatehouse. The location was perfect for the wedding at hollins house. Nacole was readily available for our questions. The only little disappointment was the malfunctioning jacuzzi.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding Stay
This is a great location. Easy to get around to the city of Santa Cruz, the mountains, etc. A perfect location for our family as we prepared for our sons wedding in the Santa Cruz Mountains of Ben Lomond.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice setup for golf trip
The house was a perfect fit for a golf group of four. The beds were very comfortable and every bedroom had its own bath. Nice pool table in the garage area! Unfortunately, the house is little tired and could use some updating. The back area has potential but furniture had mold all over it making it unusable. Could use some general upgrades to make the space more accommodating. The cleaning service has missed many cobwebs throughout the house. But if you are just looking for a place to shack up on a golf trip to Pasatiempo it fits the bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jodi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pasatiempo Wedding Weekend
All good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marla O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like a movie set, but not in a good way.
Initially the home seemed wonderful but quickly we discovered that so many things did not work properly. The AC on the left side of the house was not cooling at all. When I contacted Nacole on Friday when we arrived to resolve the issue she responded that she would call someone to fix it on Monday- not at all helpful for us! In addition, the bedroom on the left side of the house does not have any windows that open & the exit door is the deadbolted- definitely a fire hazard & unsafe! The curtains in this bedroom were also falling off the wall & letting in the light from the motion activated security light outside. I felt terrible for our friends who stayed in this bedroom! The igniter on the gas BBQ does not work & the alarm system beeped every few minutes throughout the night until I contacted Nacole the next day & received instructions to silence it. While the dishwasher did work, it almost falls out of the cabinet when loading/unloading. We joked the home was like a movie set where things looked good at first but then didn’t always operate properly. Overall it’s a lovely place that just needs some basic maintenance & a key to be able to unlock the bedroom deadbolt in case of a fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding guests
A perfect location for a Pasatiempo wedding. The house is an easy walk to the Inn at Pasatiempo where the wedding party stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kieley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
Nacole's place is beautiful! We stayed two nights for our wedding that took place at The Hollins House. The location couldn't have been better. There was plenty of space for my bridal party to get ready and feel comfortable on the wedding day! Nacole's space is well kept and has all the amenities one might need! We're already thinking about staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023